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Your trip through Europe has been designed to maximise your time in the cities, exploring the landmarks, enjoying culinary delights, gazing at iconic artwork and spending time together; all the things we know you're looking for.

Dean Hayter
Scenset travel curator
Tuesday, 29 March – Monday, 11 April, 2022 · 13 nights
Your European Adventure
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Trip Overview
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Local/Emergency Contacts

If you need urgent assistance while travelling, or need to make changes, reservations, or cancellations during your trip, you can contact the following local contacts:

France

  • Name: will be provided
  • Local Contact Number: will be provided
  • Local Emergency Number: will be provided


Italy

  • Name: will be provided
  • Local Contact Number: will be provided
  • Local Emergency Number: will be provided


scenset

  • Your Curator: will be provided
  • scenset Emergency Line: will be provided


You can also contact us via the scenset app for assistance.

Important: For immediate assistance, contact your local contact first, as they are in the same time zone.

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Weather

The weather across Europe varies in March but it is slightly better than previous months with longer days of sunshine and warmer temperatures.

There’s still quite a bit of rain over the month, but it won’t get in the way of your holiday. Showers are usually very light to moderate, so make sure to pack a raincoat and you’ll be fine.

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Visa & Travel Requirements

For U.S. passport holders, no visa is required to visit the EU countries including France and Italy.

Full details can be found here and here.

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COVID Restrictions

France
Since March 2022, the “vaccine pass” has been lifted in France in all areas where it was previously required (cultural and leisure venues, commercial catering, professional trade shows, etc.). Similarly, the COVID certificate is no longer required as of August 2022.

  • Click here for details


Italy
As of June 1, 2022, a Green Pass or equivalent certificate is no longer needed to enter Italy.

  • Click here for details
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These guidelines are for reference only. Scenset holds no responsibility for travel restrictions. Travelers are responsible for ensuring the right documentation to travel.

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Spotify Playlists

We have designed some great playlists for you to enjoy during your trip through France and Italy full of local talent to discover!

  • France is full of local French talent and popular modern artists.
  • Italian Escape is La Dolce Vita in all its glory - sit back, relax and enjoy contemporary Italian songs!
Tuesday, 28 March, 2023
Day 0: Flying to Salt Lake City
Wednesday, 29 March, 2023
Day 1: Welcome to Paris

Welcome to the city of lights! Today is all about settling in and seeing the city.

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09:05am - Private transfer

Upon exiting the airport, meet your driver at Arrivals and head to your hotel.

  • Driver name: will be provided
  • Driver contact number: will be provided


Booked by scenset.

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Check-in

Check into your hotel and get ready to explore!

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1pm: Lunch at L'Ambroisie

We recommend dining at L'Ambroisie for lunch - it's the best time during your stay in Paris and it's the perfect way to begin your city exploration!

Booked under the name: will be provided

Confirmed by scenset, paid locally.

After you've settled in to your hotel, it's time to explore.

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14.00pm - Macarons and Pastries Tour

This afternoon, meet your driver at your location for a private V-class transfer to Le Marais for a macarons and pastry tour.

You will meet your guide at address 2, rue Eugène Spuller in the 3rd arrondissement.

For approximately 3 hours, you will sample Paris’ most delicious desserts and sweet French specialties on a pastry and bakery tour. This includes chocolates, macarons, sablés, and soft caramels.

Visit the Marche des Enfants Rouges, the oldest food market in Paris, known for its vibrant energy and popularity among Parisians. Learn about world-famous chefs and pastry masters such as Poîlane, Jean-Paul Hévin, Jacques Genin, and Pierre Hermé. You will enjoy tastings of several specialties!

  • Meeting point: Restaurant entrance
  • Guide contact: will be provided
  • Driver contact: will be provided
  • Duration: Approximately 3 hours


This is a private experience.
Booked by scenset.

The rest of the afternoon has been left for you to explore and enjoy Paris at your own leisure.

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8.30pm: Dinner at Brasserie Thoumieux

Tonight, dine at Brasserie Thoumieux.

Booked under name: will be provided

Reservation details.

Michelin-Star Dining

Paris is synonymous for fine-dining and haute cuisine. Here are some of our favourites!

3-Michelin Star:

  • L'Ambroisie: Degustation menus of artfully presented French haute cuisine amid tapestries & chandeliers
  • Arpège: Sophisticated go-to for seasonal fine dining, with vegetables from the restaurant's kitchen gardens


2-Michelin Star:

  • Table: Innovative plates with thoughtfully sourced ingredients served in a snug, brick-lined restaurant
  • Le Grand Restaurant: will be provided has found the perfect setting to showcase the great laboratory kitchen they had been dreaming of for so long. The lucky few to get a seat (25 maximum) can sample delicate, light dishes whose emotion can be both tasted and experienced
  • La Scene: Warm, stylish restaurant plating an acclaimed chef's refined, modern French fare & tasting menus


1-Michelin Star:

  • Le Gabriel: Refined, innovative French-inspired cuisine with tasting menus, served in an opulent dining room at the Hotel La Reserve
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Restaurant recommendations
  • Allard: Old-school bistro offering elevated, traditional French dishes & wines in a warm atmosphere
  • L'Ami Jean: Relaxed, compact bistro serving elevated meat & seafood dishes made from sustainable ingredients
  • Juveniles: Compact bistro/bar,with a large selection of European wines & a menu of unfussy French dishes
  • La Bourse et La Vie: Upscale bistro serving classic dishes like steak frites & pot-au-feu in a compact, stylish space
  • Le Comptoir de Relais: A beloved bistro, once neo and now classic. Book months in advance for weeknight, no-choice dinner, or just queue up at lunch or weekends for the so-called “brasserie menu”.
  • Le Café Marly: Upscale dining in old-world interiors & an open-air arched passageway with Louvre views. Perfect spot for a meal after a day at the museums!
  • Clamato: Cool, rustic-chic restaurant presenting a changing menu of creative seafood dishes & wine
  • Sauvage: Sauvage has the feeling of a friendly neighborhood wine bar that just happens to have real talent in the kitchen. The wine list leans natural, and contains treasures
  • Aux Prés Cyril Lignac: Elevated bistro dishes with a focus on meat in a cozy, traditional dining room run by a TV chef
Your Stay: Saint James Paris

Why we love it for you: Close to the Arc de Triomphe and Avenue Foch, this exceptional hotel reveals a discreet character imbued with pastoral charm and an aura unlike any other. Graced with 5,000 square metres of greenery, it holds court amidst marvellous gardens made all the more remarkable by the landscape designer, whose name will be provided.

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Saint James Paris

  • Superior Room
  • This room features a terrace (subject to availability)
  • Breakfast included
  • Booking confirmation: will be provided


Booked by a user.

Thursday, 30 March, 2023
Day 2: Exploring Paris

Today, explore the best museums in Paris with a new friend.

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9.00am - Exploring Paris

This morning, meet your guide and your driver at your hotel for a unique private sightseeing tour of Paris.

You will make frequent stops to take photos and soak in the special atmosphere of each district. You will go to Ile de La Cité, where you could stop to see Notre Dame Cathedral, then you will go to discover the Luxembourg Gardens. Then, drive across the River Seine to admire the Orsay museum and the golden dome of the Invalides. From here, go along the iconic Champs Elysees avenue, and walk through the Arc de Triomphe.

To finish your tour, your driver could head to the authentic district of Montmartre for a stop at the Sacre Coeur Basilica where you can enjoy a beautiful view over Paris. Walk through the narrow cobbled streets of this lovely village, which attracted many artists through the 19th and early 20th centuries, and still now exudes this unique atmosphere.

  • Meeting point: Hotel entrance
  • Guide name: will be provided
  • Driver name: will be provided
  • Duration: 4 hours


This is a private experience.
Booked by scenset.

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13.00pm - Lunch

Enjoy lunch at Bistrot Benoit, inside the Louvre Pyramid, so you can enjoy a great meal before your visit to the Louvre.

A reservation wasn't necessary, and we were told it wouldn't be a problem to just show up.

Payment was handled locally.

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14.30pm - The Louvre

Your guide will meet you at the restaurant for a private guided visit.

Discover the masterpieces of art from every era and enjoy a private tour through the collections to discover the genius behind some of the most iconic works. You will be able to see some of the most famous canvases, by renowned artists such as Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Rubens, Ingres, and Delacroix; as well as a selection of sculpture on display including the Venus de Milo and the Nike of Samothrace.

Your private guide can also adjust the tour to focus on one era or style. He will answer any questions you may have so that you can leave your tour with a completely rounded perspective of the works you have seen.

After your visit, you could also take a stroll in the adjacent Tuileries, as well as the gardens of the former Palais Royal.

  • Meeting point: Lunch restaurant
  • Guide name: will be provided
  • Driver name: will be provided
  • Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours


Booked by scenset.

Gaze upon the iconic Mona Lisa
Gaze upon the iconic Mona Lisa

Your driver will then take you to your hotel to relax before you enjoy a private cruise along the River Seine.

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19:00pm - Take a taxi to the sunset cruise

Your hotel concierge can arrange for a car to pick you up - no transfer has been included to the sunset cruise meeting point.

Where to drop you: You can be dropped off on Alexandre III Bridge (right bank) and use the stone staircase to go down
the Quay and walk to the Batabus stopover to see the boat.

Duration: About 15 minute drive from your hotel.

Not included.

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19.30pm - Sunset Cruise

Before dinner, you will enjoy a serene experience on the Seine with a private cruise in a vintage mahogany boat for a unique tour of Paris. Enjoy the city sights as you sip a glass of champagne.

  • Meeting point: Riva Boat Cruise Access at Champs-Elysées Batobus stopover, Port des Champs-Elysées
  • Captain’s contact number: will be provided
  • Duration: Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes


This is a private experience.
Booked by a scenset company.

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Walk to the restaurant

It's just a 10 minute walk to the restaurant from the boat drop-off.

Here is the Map link - here.

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9pm - Dinner at Casa Tua

Tonight, dinner is at Casa Tua.

Booked under a name.

Booked by a person, paid locally.

The rest of the evening has been left for you to relax and explore at your own pace.

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Saint James Paris


Booked by a client.

Friday, 31 March, 2023
Day 3: Wine in the Loire Valley

Today, head to the Loire Valley for wine tasting!

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8am - Private transfer

This morning, meet your driver at your hotel for a private V-class transfer to Paris Montparnasse train station.

  • Meeting point: Hotel entrance
  • Driver contact: will be provided


Booked by scenset.

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09.12am - Train

You have first-class train tickets to St Pierre des Corps train station.

  • Ticket: First class tickets
  • Duration: About an hour


Booked by a travel agency.

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10.12am - Private driver

Upon arrival at St Pierre des Corps station, meet your chauffeur-guide in the main hall. The chauffeur-guide will be waiting with a sign, and you will depart for a full day of touring in the Loire Valley.

  • Meeting point: Train station main hall
  • Chauffeur-Guide contact: will be provided


Booked by scenset.

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10.30am - Loire Valley

You will first head to a local estate for a private tasting of charcuterie, cheese, and five wines (focused on local products).

Known for their Vouvray wines, this estate was a pioneer in winemaking, creating sparkling Vouvray at the beginning of the 20th century. Their cellars, dug into tufa rock, are among the most beautiful and largest in the appellation. They contain very rare wines, with vintages dating back to 1874.

After lunch, you will head to another estate for a final tasting, where you could wander in the vineyards, visit the cellar and enjoy a tasting. This estate uses environmentally friendly techniques. During your visit, you will have the opportunity to taste a range of red, dry white, sparkling, sweet, and rosé wines.

You will then continue your visit with a tour of the Château de Chenonceau. It is one of the most visited castles in France. The Château de Chenonceau is a magnificent site in the Loire Valley, and is one of the Châteaux de la Loire.

After your day of touring, your chauffeur-guide will drop you off at the St Pierre des Corps train station (about 45-minute drive).

  • Duration: 7 hours
  • Chauffeur-Guide contact: will be provided



This is a private experience.
Booked by a scenset user.

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Lunch

Someone will help you decide on where to have a beautiful lunch.

Paid locally.

Enjoy wine tasting
Enjoy wine tasting
Château de Chenonceau
Château de Chenonceau
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17.24pm - Train to Paris

Take the train back to Paris.

  • Ticket: First class tickets
  • Duration: About an hour


Booked by a travel agency.

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18.33pm - Private transfer

Upon arrival in Paris, meet your driver for a private V-class transfer to your hotel Saint James.

  • Driver contact: will be provided


Booked by scenset.

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8.30pm: Dinner at Chez Julien

Tonight, dine at Chez Julien.

Booked under the name: will be provided

Booked by a person, paid locally.

The evening has been left for you to relax and explore at your own pace.

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Saint James Paris


Booked by a travel agent.

Saturday, 01 April, 2023
Day 4: Heading to the French Riviera

Today, head to the French Riviera to continue your journey through Europe!

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08.00am - Private transfer

Your driver will meet you at the hotel entrance and transfer you to the airport.

  • Meeting point: Hotel entrance
  • Driver contact: will be provided


Booked by scenset.

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Flight details

Here are details for your flight:

  • Luggage allowance: 1 x 23kg bag per person


Booked by a travel agency.

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11.55am - Private transfer

Upon arrival at Nice airport, meet your driver for a private V-class transfer to your hotel Les Belles Rives (around 45 minutes’ drive).

  • Driver contact: will be provided


Booked by scenset.

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Check-in

Upon arrival at the hotel, check in to your hotel.

The rest of your afternoon has been left for you to relax and enjoy the hotel/surrounding area.

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Take a taxi to Antibes

Take the short ride to Antibes for your dinner, just an 8 minute drive.

You can get a taxi from the hotel front desk.

Not included.

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8pm: Dinner at Le Zinc

Tonight, dining at Le Zinc in Antibes.

Booked under name: will be provided

Booked by scenset, Paid locally

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Restaurant recommendations
  • La Passagère located in your hotel, is a 1-Michelin Star restaurant showcasing many of the Mediterranean’s culinary gems!
  • Le Bistrot Terrace has a large terrace surrounded by palm trees and a pretty fountain, reminiscent of Los Angeles restaurants.
  • Restaurant L'Institution offers excellent contemporary seafood cuisine.
  • Restaurant Plage l'Esterel is not only a private beach, it is also an address where relaxation in the sun and the pleasure of good food combine.
Your stay: Hotel Belles Rives

Why we love it for you? Graciously poised above the sparkling shores of the Mediterranean, Belles Rives is a legendary Art Deco mansion with sweeping sea views from rooms with impressive balconies; once the home of a famous author. Expect a unique experience where the mantra is ‘subtle extravagance’ with culture, sports, relaxation and great food all part of the daily mix.

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Hotel Belles Rives

  • Superior Seaview Room
  • This room features a balcony
  • Breakfast included
  • Booking confirmation: will be provided


Booked by a scenset user.

Sunday, 02 April, 2023
Day 5: French Markets, Nice and Cannes

Today, explore the French markets and Nice!

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09.30am - Exploring Nice and Markets

This morning a chauffeur-guide will meet you at your hotel. He will first take you to Nice.

The city of Nice is a UNESCO heritage site that once was inhabited by Ancient Greeks, Romans, Italians and European aristocrats, Nice has kept the memory of its rich history alive in its variety of architectural styles. You could wander through the old city and visit the stalls of the beautiful flower market, a daily institution on Cours Saleya that is a part of Nice's history, having been in place since 1897.

Sunday is market day! You will have a gourmet tour and your guide will take you to tastings of local products in the market in Old Nice.

  • Meeting point: Hotel lobby
  • Chauffer-guide contact: will be provided


This is a private experience.
Booked by scenset.

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Saint Paul de Vence

Your chauffeur guide will then take you to Saint Paul de Vence.

This lovely medieval village is perched up on a hilltop with little cobblestone streets, paved in flowery patterns, statues nestled in alcoves, fountains, vines crawling up the stone walls and many more secrets waiting to be explored.

Enjoy the quiet charm of the art galleries, boutiques, and sidewalk cafés. A short walk will bring you into a peaceful and natural setting, surrounded by hills and mountains, and you may even catch a glimpse of the sea from the ramparts.

This is a private experience.
Booked by a scenset company.

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Lunch at Le Tilleu

We have arranged for a lunch at Le Tilleul, a beautiful place to enjoy beautiful views, great service and great food!

Booked by someone, paid locally.

Saint Paul de Vence
Saint Paul de Vence
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Exploring Cannes

To end the tour day, on your way back you will stop in Cannes.

From the modest fishermen's village to the world-famous seaside and cultural city, Cannes has forged a unique history, made of passion and timely encounters as in the most beautiful love stories.

Cannes, an exceptional "world village", is a golden sandy setting, with a dreamy bay bordered by the Lerins Islands.
You could go to “Le Suquet”, the oldest district of Cannes, its old town located on a hill west of the bay, above the Old Port.

This is a private experience.
Booked by a scenset company.

Cannes
Cannes
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17.30pm - Private transfer

At the end of the day, your driver will drop you at your hotel.

Booked by a travel agency.

The rest of your afternoon has been left for you to unwind and explore at your own pace.

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Take a taxi

Take the short ride to the restaurant for your dinner.

You can get a taxi from the hotel front desk.

Not included.

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8pm: Dinner

Tonight, dine at Le Bistrot Terrace.

Booked under the name: will be provided

Booked by scenset, paid locally.

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Hotel Belles Rives


Booked by a scenset user.

Monday, 03 April, 2023
Day 6: Monaco

Today, explore the glitzy Monaco!

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09.30am - Heading to Monaco

This morning, a chauffeur-guide will meet you at your hotel. The tour will begin in Monaco.

You will explore the Old Town, traversing narrow medieval streets to picturesque St. Nicholas Square and Bosio Square, the Chapel of Mercy, the Palace of Justice, and the Cathedral—a Romanesque-Byzantine structure built in 1875.


The Prince's Palace, initially slated to reopen on April 2nd, will now reopen on April 8th. Alternatively, you may visit the famous Casino.

  • Meeting point: Hotel lobby
  • Chauffer-guide contact: will be provided


This is a private experience.
Booked by scenset.

Monaco
Monaco
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Driving along the Corniche

Your driver will take you along the scenic route of the Corniches ('cliff roads') of the Riviera. Along this route, you will find picturesque places, dream beaches, and great cities to fully enjoy your visit and drive through the south of France.

From the medieval buildings of a city in the south of France to the modern casinos of a city-state on the French Riviera, the 3 Corniches stop at many unspoiled beaches, hilltop towns, and luxurious seaside resorts with spectacular French and Italian coastline views.

This is a private experience.
Booked by a travel agency.

Driving along the Corniche Route
Driving along the Corniche Route
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Lunch

Your guide will take you somewhere beautiful for lunch.

Paid locally

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Walking Èze

You will then enjoy a walking tour of the gorgeous medieval village of Eze, perched like an eagles’ nest on a narrow rocky peak overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. You will go to the exotic botanic garden, which overlook the Mediterranean. It is one of the most beautiful views on the French Riviera.

This is a private experience.
Booked by a travel agency.

Walk through Èze
Walk through Èze
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17.30pm - Private transfer

At the end of the day, your driver will drop you at your hotel.

Booked by a travel agency.

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Dinner at your leisure

Rather than having a set dinner tonight, see how you feel tonight and your hotel concierge can make suggestions also - this way, your time in the French Riviera is a little more relaxed.

Nothing has been booked, paid locally.

Return to your hotel and relax for the rest of the afternoon.

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Hotel Belles Rives


Booked by a travel agent.

Tuesday, 04 April, 2023
Day 7: Heading to Venice

Today, say goodbye to France as you head to Italy to continue your adventure through Europe!

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Private transfer

Meet your driver in the hotel lobby and head to Nice Airport.

Driver contacts: will be provided

Booked by scenset.

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Fly to Venice

Here are your flight details:

A passenger

  • Seat: will be provided
  • Small cabin bag: 1 x under seat cabin bag (max. 45 x 36 x 20cm)
  • Large cabin bag: 1 x large cabin bag (max. 56 x 45 x 25cm)


A passenger
Seat: will be provided

  • Small cabin bag: 1 x under seat cabin bag (max. 45 x 36 x 20cm)
  • Large cabin bag: 1 x large cabin bag (max. 56 x 45 x 25cm)


Booked by scenset.

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10:35am: VIP Meet & Greet

Upon arrival, your escort will greet you and take you through immigration and take you to your driver.

Booked by a travel agency.

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Private transfer

Meet your driver and head to your hotel.

Booked by a travel agency.

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Check-in

Check into your hotel and relax!

The rest of the day has been left for you to explore at your own pace.

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Restaurant Recommendations
  • Club del Doge is a gourmet restaurant decorated in Venetian style, with a highly elegant and romantic ambience.
  • Antinoo’s Lounge, situated in the luxurious Centurion Palace hotel, a decidedly designer-style decor. Colourful, modern and imaginative cuisine created by a young chef takes pride of place on the menu.
  • Osteria da Fiore, an osteria in name only, this restaurant has an elegant ambience. You will enjoy Venetian cuisine, as a skilled chef combines traditional local dishes with their own personal touch.
  • La Colombina is a delightful family-run restaurant that's small in size, but large in offering delicious dishes that speak of Venetian and Italian tradition offered in a modern key.
  • Il Ristorante Adriatica has been a surprise hit with locals, partly because the 60s-esque decor is so different to most Venetian restaurants, but also for well-turned-out dishes such as spaghetti alla vongole.
  • Oro is a 1-Michelin Star restaurant in the Belmond Cipriani.
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7.30pm: Dinner at Club del Doge

Tonight, dine at Club del Doge.

Booked under the name: will be provided

Booked by scenset, paid locally.

Your stay: Venice Venice Hotel

Why we love it for you? This centrally located hideaway property is filled with artwork and impressive Venetian glam. Set in the Grand Canal’s oldest palazzo overlooking the Rialto Bridge; when it comes to shaking up hotels, the hotel does it well!

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Venice Venice Hotel

  • Room 07
  • Breakfast included
  • Booking confirmation: Under the name will be provided


Booked by scenset.

Wednesday, 05 April, 2023
Day 8: Murano, Burano and Torcello

Today, head to the islands near Venice to explore, each one with its own unique character!

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9am: Private tour of Murano, Burano and Torcello

Spend a memorable day discovering Venice's lagoon islands - atmospheric havens of the local traditional heritage.

Travel in style aboard your private motorboat, with the privilege of dedicated private guide assistance throughout the visit. Cruise the calm silvery waters learning all about the area's characteristics and history, disembark on Burano and set off to explore.

Renowned worldwide for its brightly-painted houses and exquisite handcrafted lace, Burano is a quaint fishermen's village and a delightful treasure chest of fascinating centuries-old traditions. Follow your guide along the canals and through the pretty streets lined by rainbow-hued homes, see how lace in every shape and size floats from the tiny shops, catch unexpected views and breathe in its authentic atmosphere. After the visit, head to the fascinating Murano, a kingdom of world-acclaimed handcrafted glass.

Roam the picturesque streets and admire
splendid ancient churches.

The last stop is Torcello, with its old Cathedral and its atmosphere of remote past.

This is a private experience.
Booked by a user.

Explore Burano
Explore Burano

Head back to your hotel and spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure.

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7.30pm: Dinner at Osteria Da Fiore

Tonight, dine at Osteria da Fiore.

Booked under the name: will be provided

Booked by scenset, paid locally.

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Venice Venice Hotel


Booked by a guest.

Thursday, 06 April, 2023
Day 9: Heading to Florence

Today, head to Florence for culture and wine!

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10am: Private transfer

Meet your English-speaking escort at the hotel lobby to transfer to Venezia S. Lucia train station.

Booked by a travel agency.

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11:05am: Train to Florence

Take the direct train from Venice to Florence, the journey takes about 2 hours.

  • First class tickets


Booked by a travel agency.

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1:20pm: Private transfer

Upon arrival, meet your English-Speaking driver inside the station and transfer to your hotel.

Meeting point: At the Pharmacy on the left as you come out from the platforms (inside the Station).

Booked by a travel agency.

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Check-in

Check in to your hotel and relax!

The rest of the day has been left for you to explore at your own pace.

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Restaurant recommendations
  • Cibrèo has an informal, fashionable atmosphere.
  • Il Santo Bevitore, this restaurant offers home-style cooking, as well as a touch of creativity in the evening.
  • Caffè dell'Oro has an elegant atmosphere; Tuscan and Mediterranean dishes are featured.
  • Omero is a Trattoria run by the same family for 30 years, serving typical regional cuisine.
  • ‘INO serves what many consider the best Panini in Florence, known for exceptional flavours!
  • Buca dell’Orafo offers traditional Tuscany dishes in a setting that evokes the atmosphere of an old Florentine restaurant.
  • Trattoria Sostanza is famous for its cuisine, established in 1869. The concept is to eat by sharing two long marble tables, sitting next to whoever happens to be there.
  • Cammillo, the food here is deeply embedded in Florence’s culinary heritage and family traditions.
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8pm: Dinner at Ristorante Santa Elisabetta

Tonight, dine at Ristorante Santa Elisabetta.

Booked by a party, paid locally.

Your stay: Villa Cora

Why we love it for you? Built in the 1870s by a Baron for his wife, Villa Cora is a love letter in art and architecture. Opulent in the extreme, but by no means over-blinged, the interiors reflect the eclectic passions of the aristocrat and his wife. The massive heated outdoor pool – the only one in Florence – comes courtesy of the 21st-century renovation, as does the flawless service.

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Villa Cora

  • Classic Room
  • Breakfast included
  • Booking reference: will be provided


Booked by a person.

Friday, 07 April, 2023
Day 10: Tuscan Cooking and Wine Tasting

Today, head to Montalcino for a cooking class and wine tasting in Montepulciano!

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8.30am: Cooking Class and Wine Tasting

Discover the soul of Tuscany! Enjoy the privilege of private transportation throughout the day and a private English-speaking driver.

Savour the ride and the views traveling to Montalcino for a memorable hands-on culinary experience: a private cooking class held in the charming premises of a winery!

Aprons on, follow your teacher’s skilled instructions and learn how to prepare simple, mouth-watering Tuscan traditional recipes, tasting the unique taste of premium olive oil and the precious aromas of the local wine; relishing the best Tuscan meal ever: the one you made yourself in the heart of Tuscany!

After lunch, discover the wine that has been praised by Popes and Princes alike for centuries due to its elegance and noble structure. Your tour takes you to the heart of what was once known as Mons Politianus, Mount of the Nobles, originally settled by the Etruscans.

Stop at a winery where you will experience their interpretations of the terroir and at the end of the day be ready to get acquainted with the best Nobile wine from Montepulciano!

Private experience.
Booked by a scenset user.

Wine tasting in Montepulciano
Wine tasting in Montepulciano

The rest of the day has been left for you to explore at your own pace and enjoy the city.

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7.30pm: Dinner at Il Santo Bevitore

Tonight, dine at Il Santo Bevitore.

Booked by someone, paid locally.

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Villa Cora


Booked by a guest.

Saturday, 08 April, 2023
Day 11: Art & Culture

Today, get an insider’s view of Michelangelo’s David and Botticelli’s Venus!

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2:30pm: Uffizi and Accademia Gallery Tour

Please note: no transfer to the city centre has been arranged.

Meet your dedicated English-speaking guide in the city centre, a knowledgeable and charismatic expert, and set off to discover the breathtaking collections housed in Florence's Uffizi and Accademia Gallery.

Start your tour exploring Italy's most important museum, the enchanting Uffizi Gallery. Led by your specialized guide you will have the chance to truly understand what's behind each painting, and 'follow' the evolution of Italian art through the centuries, from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance.

Discover Giotto's revolutionary art, admire the beauty of Botticelli's Primavera, and marvel at Leonardo's mix of rational genius and artistic creativity! At the end of the visit enjoy a pleasant stroll through the city centre to reach the Accademia Gallery. On the way, admire the Duomo square.

Next is the magnificent Accademia Gallery, home to one of the world's most famous artworks: Michelangelo's David, a masterpiece of Renaissance sculpture.

  • Meeting point: Cafè Rivoire in Signoria Square - click here for Google Map link


This is a private experience.
Booked by a scenset user.

Gaze upon David
Gaze upon David
Botticelli’s Venus
Botticelli’s Venus

The rest of the afternoon has been left for you to relax.

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7.30pm: Dinner at Caffè dell'Oro

Tonight, dine at Caffè dell'Oro.

Booked and paid for locally.

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Villa Cora


Booked by a person.

Sunday, 09 April, 2023
Day 12: Onwards to Rome!

Today, leave Florence and head to Rome; the last stop on your journey.

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09.30am: Private transfer

Meet your English-speaking escort at the hotel lobby to transfer to Rome train station.

Booked by a travel agency.

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10:28am: Train to Rome

Take the direct train from Florence to Rome, the journey takes about 2hrs 30mins.

  • First class tickets


Booked by a travel agency.

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12:05pm: Private transfer

Upon arrival, meet your English-speaking driver inside the station and transfer to your hotel.

Booked by a travel agency.

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Check-in

Check in to your hotel and relax!

Once you've settled in, get ready to explore Rome.

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3pm: Landmarks of Ancient Rome

Discover the heart and soul of Rome, one of the world's most ancient cities!

Start your day visiting the Colosseum and Roman Forum, ancient Rome's two most remarkable sights. The awe-inspiring Colosseum, commissioned by Vespasian in 72 B.C. was finished in 80 A.C by Titus. Just imagine: the inauguration lasted a hundred days! With room for over 70,000 spectators and free seating for all, this amazing venue hosted thrilling popular events.

Take an authentic insider's view of its majestic architecture following your guide along the tiers, and learn about the animals and gladiators. Get to know the details of its enthralling brutal history: what mainly excited the crowds were the fights between gladiators, frequently slaves, criminals or prisoners of war fighting for rich prizes or their freedom.

Then enjoy a short walk to reach the Roman Forum, an immense display of evocative ruins which used to be the social, political and commercial hub of the Roman empire. Learn about the ancient Romans' daily life and fascinating customs wandering through this impressive district of temples, basilicas and vibrant public spaces.

This is a private experience.
Booked by a scenset.

The rest of the evening is yours to relax.

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Restaurant recommendations
  • Pipero is a 1-Michelin star restaurant, long-favoured by food enthusiasts in the capital, with simple dishes which are nonetheless full of character.
  • Felice a Testaccio is a simple, family, trattoria-style atmosphere. Without a doubt, one of the standard-bearers of Latium cuisine.
  • Bistrot 64 boasts the attractive, informal decor of a bistro combined with surprisingly creative and imaginative cuisine.
  • Moi is a small and decidedly smart place. A chef cooks fresh seasonal ingredients with modern techniques, which can also change daily.
  • Prati Rione Gastronomico offers a varied ranging from bistro to pastry, from cocktail bar to bakery; as well as a pizzeria. Well-made cuisine - the choice is limited, but the quality is tantalizing!
  • Piccolo Buco is an exceptional pizzeria where you can choose from pizza Roma, spaghetti carbonara and exotic salami.
  • Aroma is a 1-Michelin star tribute to the city and the aromas of Mediterranean cuisine that is served here together with local specialties. The dishes are seasoned by a chef with a touch of creativity.
  • La Pergola is a 3-Michelin star restaurant and Rome’s most famous roof garden. It's also considered to be the most international restaurant in Italy.
  • Taverna dello Spuntino has a particularly striking interior. From its old tufa passageways converted into a wine cellar in the basement, to its charming dining rooms with brick-vaulted arches where hams, flasks of wine, fruit and antipasti all form an attractive display.
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8pm: Dinner at Taverna dello Spuntino

Tonight, dine at Taverna dello Spuntino.

Booked by a party, paid locally.

Your stay: J.K. Place Roma

Why we love it for you? One of Italy’s classiest townhouse hotels, J.K. Place has been much imitated, but few of the copies match the warm, suave, elegant scenset. It's also excellently well located for exploring.

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J.K. Place Roma

  • Superior Room
  • Breakfast included
  • Booking reference: will be provided


Booked by a travel agent.

Monday, 10 April, 2023
Day 13: Exploring Rome

Today, explore the ancient world of Rome.

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2pm: Vatican City

Enjoy Easter in Vatican City!

  • Private transfer from hotel to Vatican in the afternoon.
  • Meet the local English-speaking guide for approximately 3 hours.
  • Queuing with the guide at the metal detector “security check” (during this time the guide will start the tour and explain about the history of Vatican).
  • Enter the Basilica and visit the inside.
  • After the visit, walking tour to Castel Sant'Angelo and further two possible options: walk to Trastevere or to Piazza Navona (if these locations were not already visited the previous evening).


This is a private experience.
Booked by a travel agency.

The rest of the afternoon has been left for you to explore on your own.

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8:30pm: Dinner at Aroma

Tonight, dine at Aroma.

Booked by a scenset representative, paid locally.

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J.K. Place Roma


Booked by a travel agent.

Tuesday, 11 April, 2023
Day 14: Time to say goodbye...

Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end :(

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3:30am: Private transfer

Meet your English-Speaking escort at the hotel lobby to transfer to the airport in time for your flight.

Booked by a travel agency.

Thanks for travelling with scenset, we wish you a safe trip home!

Trip cost includes:
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Accommodation

Accommodations for 13 nights:

  • Paris | 3 nights | Saint James Paris
  • Juan-les-Pins | 3 nights | Hotel Belles Rives
  • Venice | 2 nights | Venice Venice Hotel
  • Florence | 3 nights | Villa Cora
  • Rome | 2 nights | JK Place Roma
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Experiences
  • All experiences as mentioned in the itinerary
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Meals
  • Daily breakfast
  • Where mentioned in itinerary such as wine tasting and cooking classes
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Transfers
  • All private transfers are mentioned in the itinerary
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Domestic flights
  • All domestic flights as mentioned
Trip cost excludes:
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International Flights

We have not included flights, but can make recommendations once the itinerary is finalized.

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Travel Insurance

Scenset strongly recommends our clients purchase comprehensive travel insurance. We can assist with recommendations.

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Meals & Alcohol

Unless otherwise stated in the itinerary.

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Gratuities

Tipping is at your discretion, and we can advise on recommended amounts.