You leave Saturday June 15 and arrive June 16th in Milan, Italy.
You can have the 17th on your own and then we start our tour with you on the 18th.
You can have the 17th on your own and then we start our tour with you on the 18th.
Day One
June 18
Milan
Welcome to Milan and the start of our Italy adventure!
Milan is known for its fashion houses, its design ethic, the spectacular Gothic Duomo di Milano Cathedral, not to mention the convent that houses Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper, plus so much more.
Join us in the afternoon for our skip-the-line tickets and tour of The Last Supper. This famous Michelangelo painting represents the Last Supper of Jesus and the Twelve Apostles.
Afterwards, we will meet at our hotel for a Prosecco toast and then walk to dinner together to a spot known to the locals.
Central boutique hotel/ Skip the line tickets to the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie for viewing The Last Supper Supper/ Prosecco toast/ Dinner Recommendations and reservations if wanted / UNESCO World Heritage Site Santa Maria delle Grazie/ Overnight Milan
June 18
Milan
Welcome to Milan and the start of our Italy adventure!
Milan is known for its fashion houses, its design ethic, the spectacular Gothic Duomo di Milano Cathedral, not to mention the convent that houses Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper, plus so much more.
Join us in the afternoon for our skip-the-line tickets and tour of The Last Supper. This famous Michelangelo painting represents the Last Supper of Jesus and the Twelve Apostles.
Afterwards, we will meet at our hotel for a Prosecco toast and then walk to dinner together to a spot known to the locals.
Central boutique hotel/ Skip the line tickets to the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie for viewing The Last Supper Supper/ Prosecco toast/ Dinner Recommendations and reservations if wanted / UNESCO World Heritage Site Santa Maria delle Grazie/ Overnight Milan
Day Two
June 19
Como
We are off mid-morning by train to Lake Como, known for its dramatic scenery, nestled in the foothills of the Alps. A private driver will be at the train station to pick us up and take us to our hotel by the lake
The hotel will welcome us with a glass of local wine and great views from the deck.
Be ready in the afternoon, as we leave by ferry for our tour of Tour Villa Balbianello built in 1787, an Italian Heritage Site with fantastic gardens and the lakeside grounds
There will be plenty to do in the afternoon when we return to our Villa, including grabbing a seat at a lakeside cafe and soaking in the serene beauty in front of you.
Join us in the evening as we enjoy a meal together for some northern Italian specialties.
Breakfast/ Train to Como/ Private driver pick up/Welcome drink/ Skip-the-line tickets to Villa Balbianello/ Dinner Recommendations and reservations if wanted /Boutique-Villa hotel/ A National Italian Heritage Site Villa Balbianello/ Overnight Como
June 19
Como
We are off mid-morning by train to Lake Como, known for its dramatic scenery, nestled in the foothills of the Alps. A private driver will be at the train station to pick us up and take us to our hotel by the lake
The hotel will welcome us with a glass of local wine and great views from the deck.
Be ready in the afternoon, as we leave by ferry for our tour of Tour Villa Balbianello built in 1787, an Italian Heritage Site with fantastic gardens and the lakeside grounds
There will be plenty to do in the afternoon when we return to our Villa, including grabbing a seat at a lakeside cafe and soaking in the serene beauty in front of you.
Join us in the evening as we enjoy a meal together for some northern Italian specialties.
Breakfast/ Train to Como/ Private driver pick up/Welcome drink/ Skip-the-line tickets to Villa Balbianello/ Dinner Recommendations and reservations if wanted /Boutique-Villa hotel/ A National Italian Heritage Site Villa Balbianello/ Overnight Como
Day Three
June 20
Como
Today is our tour of the lake. We are off by lake-ferry to two famous villages.
Our first stop is the town of Varenna, where we will take a look at the monastery gardens there and you will have time to shop and grab a coffee.
Then we are off to the famous town of Bellagio where we will climb to the top of the town (and maybe see George Clooney?) for an orientation walk. Afterwards, you are free to grab lunch at any one of the bistros and shop at some of the top shops on the lake.
Later dinner is on your own with plenty of recommendations from us.
Breakfast/ Ferry to Varenna/ Villa Monastero Garden tickets/ Ferry to Bellagio/ Ferry back to the hotel/ Grand Italian Garden National Registry Villa Monastero/ Dinner recommendations/ Overnight Como
June 20
Como
Today is our tour of the lake. We are off by lake-ferry to two famous villages.
Our first stop is the town of Varenna, where we will take a look at the monastery gardens there and you will have time to shop and grab a coffee.
Then we are off to the famous town of Bellagio where we will climb to the top of the town (and maybe see George Clooney?) for an orientation walk. Afterwards, you are free to grab lunch at any one of the bistros and shop at some of the top shops on the lake.
Later dinner is on your own with plenty of recommendations from us.
Breakfast/ Ferry to Varenna/ Villa Monastero Garden tickets/ Ferry to Bellagio/ Ferry back to the hotel/ Grand Italian Garden National Registry Villa Monastero/ Dinner recommendations/ Overnight Como
Day Four
June 21
Venice
Be ready in the morning as we make our way back to Milan and then off by fast train to the beautiful city of Venice! Our centrally located hotel will offer us a glass of Prosecco (Italian champagne) upon check in. Be sure to see the back garden of the hotel which offers a serene break from the busy streets of Venice.
After a short rest, we will lead you on a leisurely stroll along romantic canals and over quaint bridges for an introduction to the area. We will be located in one of the more quieter sections of Venice, filled with trattorias with outdoor seating.
If time allows we can make our way to San Marco's square to see the delights of Venice at night.
Join us later as we take you to one of our favorite trattorias for a Venice night out.
Late at night, we can suggest a private boat to take you up and down the canal for one of the most stunning views of Venice to be had.
Includes-Breakfast/ Train (or driver) to Milan/ Fast train to Venice/ Prosecco / Orientation walk of the area/ Dinner Recommendations and reservations if wanted /UNESCO World Heritage Site (Venice & The Lagoon)/ Centrally Located Boutique hotel/ Overnight Venice.
June 21
Venice
Be ready in the morning as we make our way back to Milan and then off by fast train to the beautiful city of Venice! Our centrally located hotel will offer us a glass of Prosecco (Italian champagne) upon check in. Be sure to see the back garden of the hotel which offers a serene break from the busy streets of Venice.
After a short rest, we will lead you on a leisurely stroll along romantic canals and over quaint bridges for an introduction to the area. We will be located in one of the more quieter sections of Venice, filled with trattorias with outdoor seating.
If time allows we can make our way to San Marco's square to see the delights of Venice at night.
Join us later as we take you to one of our favorite trattorias for a Venice night out.
Late at night, we can suggest a private boat to take you up and down the canal for one of the most stunning views of Venice to be had.
Includes-Breakfast/ Train (or driver) to Milan/ Fast train to Venice/ Prosecco / Orientation walk of the area/ Dinner Recommendations and reservations if wanted /UNESCO World Heritage Site (Venice & The Lagoon)/ Centrally Located Boutique hotel/ Overnight Venice.
Day Five
June 22
Venice
We will meet our private guide right outside of the Basilica di San Marco, in the heart of the main square of Venice.
We will have skip-the-line tickets that will get us in quickly. We will not only tour this magnificent church, but also climb up to the balcony to see the bronze horses up close, (said to be from the Hippodrome in Constantinople) and be treated to a stunning view of Venice.
Our tour will continue on to the backstreets of Venice to such places as the Rialto Bridge, where you can catch a great view of "main street"- the canal, with majestic buildings rising from the water. A stop at the famous Rialto fish and produce market is in order as you make your way through the San Marco neighborhood.
We will end up in a great place where you can enjoy a magnificent lunch on your own. Your choice of places.
After lunch, you will be free to explore on your own, sit at a sidewalk cafe and people watch, or go for a gondola ride.
Also we will help you get to Murano or Burano islands for blown glass or lace shopping.
In the evening there are many places to enjoy local specialities and we can give you recommendations for dinner and reservations if you would like.
Includes- Breakfast/ Private tour walk of St. Marks and Venice Neighborhoods/ Skip-the-line entry tickets/ Dinner recommendations and reservations/ Centrally Located boutique hotel/ UNESCO World Heritage Site (Venice & The Lagoon)/ Overnight Venice
June 22
Venice
We will meet our private guide right outside of the Basilica di San Marco, in the heart of the main square of Venice.
We will have skip-the-line tickets that will get us in quickly. We will not only tour this magnificent church, but also climb up to the balcony to see the bronze horses up close, (said to be from the Hippodrome in Constantinople) and be treated to a stunning view of Venice.
Our tour will continue on to the backstreets of Venice to such places as the Rialto Bridge, where you can catch a great view of "main street"- the canal, with majestic buildings rising from the water. A stop at the famous Rialto fish and produce market is in order as you make your way through the San Marco neighborhood.
We will end up in a great place where you can enjoy a magnificent lunch on your own. Your choice of places.
After lunch, you will be free to explore on your own, sit at a sidewalk cafe and people watch, or go for a gondola ride.
Also we will help you get to Murano or Burano islands for blown glass or lace shopping.
In the evening there are many places to enjoy local specialities and we can give you recommendations for dinner and reservations if you would like.
Includes- Breakfast/ Private tour walk of St. Marks and Venice Neighborhoods/ Skip-the-line entry tickets/ Dinner recommendations and reservations/ Centrally Located boutique hotel/ UNESCO World Heritage Site (Venice & The Lagoon)/ Overnight Venice
Day Six
June 23
Florence
Venice, early in the morning, is a wonderful place to explore. Take your time and have another walk on the canals before or after breakfast, your choice. Be ready mid morning as we say goodbye to Venice. We will board your fast train that will take us to the heart of Florence.
Once in Florence, after checking into our hotel, we will offer a walk of the city, the heart and soul of the Renaissance. After all everything is so close in the historical centre of this marvelous city!
We will pass by the Duomo and the Campiello (the Bell Tower) and take our time visiting the piazzas and the outdoor David. There will be time for shopping at some of the best outdoor markets in Italy.
Afterwards we will take you to one of our favorite Florentine ristorantes for another great meal together.
Includes- Breakfast/ Fast train to Florence/ Orientation walk of Florence/ Dinner Recommendations and reservations if wanted /Central boutique hotel/ UNESCO World Heritage Site (Historic Center of Florence)/ / Overnight Florence
June 23
Florence
Venice, early in the morning, is a wonderful place to explore. Take your time and have another walk on the canals before or after breakfast, your choice. Be ready mid morning as we say goodbye to Venice. We will board your fast train that will take us to the heart of Florence.
Once in Florence, after checking into our hotel, we will offer a walk of the city, the heart and soul of the Renaissance. After all everything is so close in the historical centre of this marvelous city!
We will pass by the Duomo and the Campiello (the Bell Tower) and take our time visiting the piazzas and the outdoor David. There will be time for shopping at some of the best outdoor markets in Italy.
Afterwards we will take you to one of our favorite Florentine ristorantes for another great meal together.
Includes- Breakfast/ Fast train to Florence/ Orientation walk of Florence/ Dinner Recommendations and reservations if wanted /Central boutique hotel/ UNESCO World Heritage Site (Historic Center of Florence)/ / Overnight Florence
Day Seven
June 24
Florence
We will have skip-the-line tickets this morning for our visit to the Galleria dell’Accademia, the home to renowned works of art, such as Michelangelo’s David.
Next, we will make your way to one of the most impressive monuments in all of Florence, the Duomo. We will have skip-the-line-tickets to get us into the Duomo for a guided tour.
Afterwards, we will head to the Baptistry and the bell tower where we can climb up to get some of the best views in the city,
After a relaxing lunch on your own (we have plenty of recommendations) we will continue on to the main part of the city where you will walk by the Uffizi gallery, cross the Pont de Vecchio, and end up at the Palazzo Pitti (former residence of the Medici family) on the other side of the river. The rest of the afternoon will be yours to further explore the beautiful city. We will be on hand for recommendations for the rest of your day and evening in Florence.
Includes- Breakfast/ Skip-the-line tickets for Galleria dell'Accademia/ skip the line tickets for The Duomo/ The Campanile/ The Baptistry/ UNESCO World Heritage Site (Historic Center of Florence)/ Dinner recommendations and reservations/Central boutique hotel/ Overnight Florence.
June 24
Florence
We will have skip-the-line tickets this morning for our visit to the Galleria dell’Accademia, the home to renowned works of art, such as Michelangelo’s David.
Next, we will make your way to one of the most impressive monuments in all of Florence, the Duomo. We will have skip-the-line-tickets to get us into the Duomo for a guided tour.
Afterwards, we will head to the Baptistry and the bell tower where we can climb up to get some of the best views in the city,
After a relaxing lunch on your own (we have plenty of recommendations) we will continue on to the main part of the city where you will walk by the Uffizi gallery, cross the Pont de Vecchio, and end up at the Palazzo Pitti (former residence of the Medici family) on the other side of the river. The rest of the afternoon will be yours to further explore the beautiful city. We will be on hand for recommendations for the rest of your day and evening in Florence.
Includes- Breakfast/ Skip-the-line tickets for Galleria dell'Accademia/ skip the line tickets for The Duomo/ The Campanile/ The Baptistry/ UNESCO World Heritage Site (Historic Center of Florence)/ Dinner recommendations and reservations/Central boutique hotel/ Overnight Florence.
Day Eight
June 25
Florence
We will stay another day in Florence but we will be heading out of the city to the town of Pisa for that famous leaning tower. The Leaning Tower of Pisa is actually the campanile (Italian for freestanding bell tower) of Pisa's Duomo. At nearly 183 feet it began leaning in the 12th century due to soft soil beneath it's foundation. After many efforts to strengthen it, the tower has been deemed secured and it just celebrated its 850th year celebration. We will have skip-the-line timed entry tickets to walk to the top and experience this great monument.
We will go into Pisa proper, so that you may have a late lunch before we return to Florence in the afternoon. You have the rest of the evening to explore this lovely city one more time.
Includes- Breakfast/ Trip from Florence to Pisa/ Skip-the-line tickets Pisa Tower/ Skip the line tickets for The Pisa Duomo/ UNESCO World Heritage Site Piazza del Duomo / World Heritage Site (Historic Center of Florence)/ Dinner recommendations and reservations/Central boutique hotel/ Overnight Florence.
June 25
Florence
We will stay another day in Florence but we will be heading out of the city to the town of Pisa for that famous leaning tower. The Leaning Tower of Pisa is actually the campanile (Italian for freestanding bell tower) of Pisa's Duomo. At nearly 183 feet it began leaning in the 12th century due to soft soil beneath it's foundation. After many efforts to strengthen it, the tower has been deemed secured and it just celebrated its 850th year celebration. We will have skip-the-line timed entry tickets to walk to the top and experience this great monument.
We will go into Pisa proper, so that you may have a late lunch before we return to Florence in the afternoon. You have the rest of the evening to explore this lovely city one more time.
Includes- Breakfast/ Trip from Florence to Pisa/ Skip-the-line tickets Pisa Tower/ Skip the line tickets for The Pisa Duomo/ UNESCO World Heritage Site Piazza del Duomo / World Heritage Site (Historic Center of Florence)/ Dinner recommendations and reservations/Central boutique hotel/ Overnight Florence.
Day Nine
June 26
Tuscany
We'll leave the city of Florence today for rural Tuscany. Here we take the back roads through the Chianti region. We will take our time wandering through the town of Greve where you can sample wine, olives and olive oils. We’ll pick out some great cafes for lunch on your own.
We will glide into the heart of Tuscany where we’ll stay in a converted villa and farm estate. Our hosts will be on hand to take you around and visit their winemaking productions. We will follow up with a wine tasting and then join them for dinner at their estate.
Includes- Breakfast/ Private driver/ Town of Greve/ A surprise stop/ UNESCO World Heritage Site of San Gimignano/ Dinner is included/ Overnight near San Gimignano (Tuscany)
June 26
Tuscany
We'll leave the city of Florence today for rural Tuscany. Here we take the back roads through the Chianti region. We will take our time wandering through the town of Greve where you can sample wine, olives and olive oils. We’ll pick out some great cafes for lunch on your own.
We will glide into the heart of Tuscany where we’ll stay in a converted villa and farm estate. Our hosts will be on hand to take you around and visit their winemaking productions. We will follow up with a wine tasting and then join them for dinner at their estate.
Includes- Breakfast/ Private driver/ Town of Greve/ A surprise stop/ UNESCO World Heritage Site of San Gimignano/ Dinner is included/ Overnight near San Gimignano (Tuscany)
Day Ten
June 27
Tuscany
We are up early to explore the town of San Gimignano and its medieval towers. Take your time seeing the town and climbing one of the towers where the views of the Tuscan countryside are breathtaking. Lunch can be anywhere in town (including the world famous gelato shop on the square), before you return to the farm.
You will return to your Tuscan estate where you can have the afternoon to sit by the pool and read before joining in for a cooking class. You will learn directly from the owners of the farm how to roll pasta the traditional Tuscan way. Also they will share with us their family recipe for amazing Tiramisu. You will get to eat everything you made later at dinner, along with some more of their own chianti wine.
Includes- Breakfast/ Visit to San Gimignano/ The Torre Grosso/ Swimming Pool Time/ Pasta Lesson/ Tiramisu Lesson/ Wine tasting/ Homemade Tuscan dinner at a working farm/ UNESCO World Heritage Site (San Gimignano)/ Hotel is a restored farm estate/ Access to your trip planner 24-7/ Overnight near San Gimignano (Tuscany)
June 27
Tuscany
We are up early to explore the town of San Gimignano and its medieval towers. Take your time seeing the town and climbing one of the towers where the views of the Tuscan countryside are breathtaking. Lunch can be anywhere in town (including the world famous gelato shop on the square), before you return to the farm.
You will return to your Tuscan estate where you can have the afternoon to sit by the pool and read before joining in for a cooking class. You will learn directly from the owners of the farm how to roll pasta the traditional Tuscan way. Also they will share with us their family recipe for amazing Tiramisu. You will get to eat everything you made later at dinner, along with some more of their own chianti wine.
Includes- Breakfast/ Visit to San Gimignano/ The Torre Grosso/ Swimming Pool Time/ Pasta Lesson/ Tiramisu Lesson/ Wine tasting/ Homemade Tuscan dinner at a working farm/ UNESCO World Heritage Site (San Gimignano)/ Hotel is a restored farm estate/ Access to your trip planner 24-7/ Overnight near San Gimignano (Tuscany)
Day Eleven
June 28
Rome
A private driver will be on hand to take us on a quick trip back to Florence, where we will catch our fast train to Rome, the capital and historical heart of Italy!
Our boutique hotel is located in the heart of this capital and once you check in we can offer one of our favorite walks of Rome that will include Trevi Fountain, The Pantheon and Piazza Navonna.
We will also offer great recommendations for dinner, with many southern Italian trattorias to choose from.
Breakfast/ Private driver / Fast Train to Rome / UNESCO World Heritage Site of Rome/ Rome Walk of Trevi Fountain, The Pantheon and Piazza Navonna/ Overnight Rome.
June 28
Rome
A private driver will be on hand to take us on a quick trip back to Florence, where we will catch our fast train to Rome, the capital and historical heart of Italy!
Our boutique hotel is located in the heart of this capital and once you check in we can offer one of our favorite walks of Rome that will include Trevi Fountain, The Pantheon and Piazza Navonna.
We will also offer great recommendations for dinner, with many southern Italian trattorias to choose from.
Breakfast/ Private driver / Fast Train to Rome / UNESCO World Heritage Site of Rome/ Rome Walk of Trevi Fountain, The Pantheon and Piazza Navonna/ Overnight Rome.
Day Twelve
June 29
Rome
We are up early for our skip-the-line tickets to the Colosseum. One of the oldest monuments in Italy, we will take our time to learn about auspicious Roman history. We then will go onto the Arch of Constantine and further on to the Forum.
After lunch on your own, we will have skip-the-line tickets to St. Peter's Basilica, one of the holiest Catholic Shrines. We will have a guided tour of this place with access to the bell tower with views over the entire city of Rome.
Please join us later for dinner at one of our favorite restaurants.
Breakfast/ Tour of the Colosseum / Tour of St. Peter's / UNESCO World Heritage Site of Rome/ Dinner Recommendations and reservations if wanted / Overnight Rome.
Day Thirteen
June 30
Sorrento and The Amalfi Coast
Get ready to head south to Napoli! We will board our fast train to the south of Italy, passing farmland and hilltop villages in the lush green below Rome.
A private driver will be on hand at the Napoli train station to take us down along the bay of Naples, winding around the volcano, Vesuvius, in the distance. We will arrive in Sorrento in the afternoon to our hotel perched on the cliffs of this beautiful town.
Several years ago, they blocked traffic from the center of Sorrento town. This is excellent for us, as it is a great place where you can be like the locals and to do the la passeggiata, or the evening stroll. We have plenty of places for a great meal tonight from high cuisine to family run places.
Includes-Breakfast/ Tickets for fast train Rome to Napoli / Private driver from Napoli to Sorrento / Dinner recommendations / Boutique hotel right in the action/ UNESCO World Heritage Site The Amalfi Coast / Overnight Sorrento
Day Thirteen
June 30
Sorrento and The Amalfi Coast
Get ready to head south to Napoli! We will board our fast train to the south of Italy, passing farmland and hilltop villages in the lush green below Rome.
A private driver will be on hand at the Napoli train station to take us down along the bay of Naples, winding around the volcano, Vesuvius, in the distance. We will arrive in Sorrento in the afternoon to our hotel perched on the cliffs of this beautiful town.
Several years ago, they blocked traffic from the center of Sorrento town. This is excellent for us, as it is a great place where you can be like the locals and to do the la passeggiata, or the evening stroll. We have plenty of places for a great meal tonight from high cuisine to family run places.
Includes-Breakfast/ Tickets for fast train Rome to Napoli / Private driver from Napoli to Sorrento / Dinner recommendations / Boutique hotel right in the action/ UNESCO World Heritage Site The Amalfi Coast / Overnight Sorrento
Day Fourteen
July 1
Positano & The Amalfi Coast
Be ready in the morning as we head to the port for our ferry ride to The Amalfi Coast and Positano. The trip there is exciting, with views of the cliff hugging roads and houses along the way.
Positano is a lovely seaside village that has excellent pottery, clothes and jewelry shopping. We can also recommend putting your feet in the ocean (or some people pack a bathing suit, it is up to you). We will also have included your return ticket but you can change that and be flexible to return later or earlier to Sorrento.
We will lead you to a family run place nearby for a farewell dinner to remember!
Includes-Breakfast/ Ferry tickets to Positano and back / Lunch recommendations / Boutique hotel right in the action/ Dinner Recommendations and reservations if wanted / UNESCO World Heritage Site The Amalfi Coast /Overnight Sorrento
July 1
Positano & The Amalfi Coast
Be ready in the morning as we head to the port for our ferry ride to The Amalfi Coast and Positano. The trip there is exciting, with views of the cliff hugging roads and houses along the way.
Positano is a lovely seaside village that has excellent pottery, clothes and jewelry shopping. We can also recommend putting your feet in the ocean (or some people pack a bathing suit, it is up to you). We will also have included your return ticket but you can change that and be flexible to return later or earlier to Sorrento.
We will lead you to a family run place nearby for a farewell dinner to remember!
Includes-Breakfast/ Ferry tickets to Positano and back / Lunch recommendations / Boutique hotel right in the action/ Dinner Recommendations and reservations if wanted / UNESCO World Heritage Site The Amalfi Coast /Overnight Sorrento
Day Fifteen
July 2
Our memorable tour ends but we can arrange a day trip to Capri for you! There you can enjoy the town of Capri and Anacapri. There is even a teleferique to the top of the island, with incredible views all around the Bay of Naples!
You can stay on in Sorrento or we can get you to another area for more beach time!
Includes Breakfast and Trip Planning for the rest of your days in Italy
What do you get with this tour?
7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
1 Italian National Heritage Site
1 Italian National Garden Site
14 Full course Breakfasts
2 Multi-Course Dinners with wine
Multiple Fast Train Tickets
Private Drivers
Milan
Gothic Duomo di Milano Cathedral
Last Supper of Jesus and the Twelve Apostles.
Prosecco Toast
Lake Como
Tour Villa Balbianello
Lake-ferries
Varenna
Bellagio
Venice
San Marco's Square
Basilica di San Marco & Museum
Rialto Bridge
Florence
Florence Duomo and the Campiello
Galleria dell’Accademia
Michelangelo’s David.
Uffizi gallery (outside view)
Pont de Vecchio
Palazzo Pitti (outside view)
Pisa Piazza del Duomo
Pisa Leaning Tower
Tuscany
Chianti Region
Villa and Farm Estate Tuscany
San Gimignano
Tower Climb San Gimignano
Pasta Lesson
Tiramisu Lesson
Rome
Trevi Fountain
The Pantheon
Piazza Navonna
Colosseum
Arch of Constantine
The Roman Forum
St. Peter's Basilica
Sorrento
The Amalfi Coast
Positano
Ocean Ferries
Two Trip Planners with 25 years experience
Perfectly paced trip so you see a lot but have plenty of time for
sipping coffee in a seaside cafe or shopping
+So much more
7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
1 Italian National Heritage Site
1 Italian National Garden Site
14 Full course Breakfasts
2 Multi-Course Dinners with wine
Multiple Fast Train Tickets
Private Drivers
Milan
Gothic Duomo di Milano Cathedral
Last Supper of Jesus and the Twelve Apostles.
Prosecco Toast
Lake Como
Tour Villa Balbianello
Lake-ferries
Varenna
Bellagio
Venice
San Marco's Square
Basilica di San Marco & Museum
Rialto Bridge
Florence
Florence Duomo and the Campiello
Galleria dell’Accademia
Michelangelo’s David.
Uffizi gallery (outside view)
Pont de Vecchio
Palazzo Pitti (outside view)
Pisa Piazza del Duomo
Pisa Leaning Tower
Tuscany
Chianti Region
Villa and Farm Estate Tuscany
San Gimignano
Tower Climb San Gimignano
Pasta Lesson
Tiramisu Lesson
Rome
Trevi Fountain
The Pantheon
Piazza Navonna
Colosseum
Arch of Constantine
The Roman Forum
St. Peter's Basilica
Sorrento
The Amalfi Coast
Positano
Ocean Ferries
Two Trip Planners with 25 years experience
Perfectly paced trip so you see a lot but have plenty of time for
sipping coffee in a seaside cafe or shopping
+So much more
In Addition:
Comfortable transportation
All ferry rides as listed in itinerary
All train rides as listed
Boutique hotels centrally located
Packing checklist
Reading list
Movie list
Phone and internet info
Electricity info
Direct email access to tour leaders for any questions
Pre-tour phone calls for all participants to talk directly to tour leaders if / when desired
Comfortable transportation
All ferry rides as listed in itinerary
All train rides as listed
Boutique hotels centrally located
Packing checklist
Reading list
Movie list
Phone and internet info
Electricity info
Direct email access to tour leaders for any questions
Pre-tour phone calls for all participants to talk directly to tour leaders if / when desired
What is your What is your responsibility?
Airfare to and from Italy
Transportation to our starting hotel from the airport (we can help with this)
Transportation at the end of the tour to reach the airport (we can help with this)
Meals not together as indicated on the itinerary
Tourist or room tax at each hotel (from 2-6 euros per night per person)
Transport to and from activities during optional activities
Any medicinal or medical needs while on the trip
* Trip insurance should be bought or waiver signed if you choose not to buy it*
Expenses arising from personal needs such as medications, vaccinations, travel documents, communications such as mobile phone and internet charges or any other expenses incurred due to traveling. Expenses derived during a pandemic shutdown or need to quarantine. And expenses due sickness including COVID -19.
Trip Costs for a trip fully put together and supported 24/7
by Patricia & Manolis - but they are not on the trip:
Per person based on double occupancy
4 Participants $7990
*this has been reduced by $200 per person*
$7790
Terms
$1000 holds a spot on this trip and is due by March 1 2024.
This deposit is fully refundable until the final trip payment is due.
The final trip payment is due by March 25 2024.
After final trip payments are made your trip is no longer refundable.
We suggest you obtain Trip Insurance.
