Spring in Paris & Italy
Embark on an Italian adventure, from the magic of Venice's canals and the artistry of Florence. Traverse Tuscany's rolling vineyards, tasting renowned wines and savoring truffles. In Rome, embrace history within ancient ruins and savor local cuisine. Finally, find respite on the sun-kissed Amalfi Coast, where azure waters and endless sunshine embody la dolce vita, bringing your journey to a sublime, unforgettable conclusion.
Everyone is more or less familiar with Italian culture, from watching movies, learning about the Roman Empire, or simply eating pizza. But not until you arrive in the country do you realize that everything you thought you knew is really just the tip of an enormous iceberg. Every region—every town even—has a unique personality, so no matter how many times you visit Italy, you’re always left with the craving for more.
May 1–4, 2024: Paris (3 nights)
- Shangri-La Paris (Booked independently)
May 4-5, 2024: Milan (1 night)
May 5–8, 2024: Lake Como (3 nights)
May 8–11, 2024: Florence (3 nights)
May 11–14, 2024: Venice (3 nights)
May 14, 2024
- Departure
In May, Italy typically experiences mild and pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 59 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit. Spring is in full swing, and you can expect blooming flowers and sunny days, making it an ideal time to explore the diverse landscapes and cultural attractions across the country.
U.S. passport holders do not need any special visa to visit France or Italy for tourism.
Get ready for your trip by taking a look over our custom guide to Italy! It includes:
- Books, movies, and music to feel inspired
- Useful Italian phrases
- Tipping guidelines
- Must-try dishes
- And much more!
Start your journey in the City of Lights. This portion of the trip is independently booked and for you to enjoy at your leisure. If you need recommendations for restaurants or activities, we will be more than happy to assist.
Whereas most parts of Italy feel like stepping into ancient history, Milan is emphatically modern. You’ll still find landmarks like Italy’s biggest cathedral and frescos painted by a famous artist, but the high fashion, skyscrapers, and trendsetting restaurants give the city a 21st-century undertone. Designer shopping is just as much a part of Milanese culture as aperitivo, the local version of happy hour where drinks are usually accompanied by a buffet of Italian snacks.
Your greeter will assist you with luggage and customs upon arrival at Linate Airport. Look for your greeter holding a sign with your name upon exiting the jet bridge (or exiting the shuttle bus if applicable).
Booked by Scenset
After exiting baggage claim, your driver will be holding a sign with your name for a private transfer to your hotel in the city center.
Booked By Scenset
Enjoy your first dinner in Italy at the Park Hyatt Milano fine-dining restaurant: Pellico3.
Reservation: early evening
The reservation can be cancelled 24 hours beforehand without penalty. In case of cancellation with less than 24 hours' notice, there is a penalty per person.
Enjoy a credit to use on food and beverages at Pellico3, as a special perk for using Scenset to book your trip.
Why we love it for you: A Park Hyatt hotel in Milan offers elegant rooms in the city center, each fitted with cream-coloured travertine, Venetian stucco and hand-blown Murano lamps. A Michelin two-star restaurant serves exquisite Italian cuisine with a creative touch, and there’s a small spa with steam rooms and a whirlpool bath.
Park Hyatt Milano
1x Park Executive Suite
- Breakfast included
- Confirmation: will be provided
Visit the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie for an exclusive, private viewing of Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece: Il Cenacolo (the “Last Supper”). Along with a licensed private English-speaking art historian as your guide, you will reap the rewards of the experience of being alone with this seminal artwork.
Pick-Up Time: Morning
Pick-Up Location: Hotel lobby
Booked by Scenset
In Italy, the main cathedral in any city is called the duomo, but when people talk about the Duomo, they're referring to the one in Milan and it's easy to see why. It's the third largest church in the world and took over six centuries to complete.
Your guide will also show you some of the most important landmarks in Milan, for a quick orientation of this historic city before you head off to Lake Como.
Rooftop access to Duomo included.
This experience starts after your Last Supper viewing.
Booked by Scenset
After your tour and enjoying lunch in Milan, continue the journey out of the city to the shores of Lake Como.
New Pick-Up Time: The afternoon
Travel Time: about 1.5 hours
Booked by Scenset
Italy’s most famous lake is best known for its celebrity residents, but these shores have been home to the glitterati since Ancient Roman times. Just a short train ride away from Milan, Como mixes the scenery of an alpine lake with the climate of a Mediterranean beach, perfect for boating on summer afternoons. Meanwhile, the waterfront villas peppered around the lake are some of the most sought-after accommodations in all of Italy.
Pamper yourselves with a massage or other treatment at the Grand Hotel Tremezzo spa. This oasis of wellness is the perfect place to disconnect and fully appreciate the beauty of your surroundings.
Find the spa menu here.
Recommended by Scenset—nothing has been booked.
Ristorante La Terrazza Gualtiero Marchesi: Fine dining restaurant La Terrazza is the custodian of the great Gualtiero Marchesi’s legacy. One of just a handful of restaurants serving his signature dishes as well as creations inspired by his unique style of cookery, every experience is elegant, unexpected and exciting.
Reservation: Dinner time.
See the menu here.
La Terrazza is overlooking Lake Como and located at Grand Hotel Tremezzo. Walk down to the restaurant at your meal time. If you cancel or make changes within 12 hours, or are a no-show, the restaurant will charge a fee.
Take a look over some of our recommended restaurants in the Lake Como area. If you'd like reservations, just let us know.
- Darsene di Loppia: Located in the historic hamlet of Loppia whose history dates back to ancient Rome and borders the Botanical Gardens of Villa Melzi d’Eril
- La Punta: Situated in Bellagio, known fondly as the pearl of the Lake, La Punta offers simple, traditional Italian food to warm the soul. The menu boasts a wide range of fish dishes, caught by the restaurant owners themselves. A dock is available for those who wish to travel to lunch by boat, making it the ideal place to rest in the middle of a day spent exploring.
- La Tirlindana: Set in an intimate and characteristic location of Lake Como, Locanda La Tirlindana showcases a creative cuisine, a way of understanding the good food that speaks of sun, gold aromas of steaming pasta, baked bread, freshly baked cakes.
- Ittiturismo Da Abate: This restaurant is the ideal place to dive in the unique setting of the lake, and enjoy delicious dishes based on fish, caught daily.
- Ristorante Aurora Lezzeno: Foodies will love the simple yet authentic flavors of the dishes prepared by the chefs and paired with excellent wines chosen by the owners themselves. Every evening and Saturday at lunch, in addition to the à la carte menu, you can choose from their selection of pizzas made in their traditional wood burning oven.
- Ristorante La Terrazza Gualtiero Marchesi: Fine dining restaurant La Terrazza is the custodian of the great Gualtiero Marchesi’s legacy. One of just a handful of restaurants serving his signature dishes as well as creations inspired by his unique style of cookery, every experience is elegant, unexpected and exciting.
Why we love it for you: Elegant, stylish and fashionable, the Grand Hotel Tremezzo stands majestically on the western shore, offering sophisticated interiors combining strong colours and classical details. Sun yourself by the floating pool, sip cocktails on the terrace or zip along the lake in one of the hotel’s chic water limousines.
Grand Hotel Tremezzo
1x Signature Suite
- Breakfast included
- Confirmation: will be provided
Lake Como is Italy's glimmering gem that is famous for its luxury escapes. Discover the beautiful lake and its magnificent villas with our exciting full-day tour. Take a private boat from Como and view the lakes’ most important private villas. Continue the tour along the Strada Regina and admire the lakefront villas before stopping at the magnificent Villa Balbianello. The tour culminates in Bellagio where you enjoy a guided visit of the charming town.
Pick-Up Time: Morning
Pick-Up Location: Hotel lobby
Duration: 6 hours
A picnic lunch aboard the boat is included.
Booked by a client
Located in the Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, Mistral is headed by Chef Hector Bocchi. Bocchi has a passion for Mediterranean cuisine, seeking out the best produce and ingredients and constantly fostering new ideas that shines through in a menu of gastronomic excellence.
Reservation Time: Reservation canceled
You can cancel your booking up to 24 hours before the booked time without incurring a penalty. In the event of a no-show or late cancellation, a fee will be charged.
Grand Hotel Tremezzo
1x Signature Suite
- Breakfast included
- Confirmation: will be provided
Take a walk around one of the scenic pathways that circle the lake, or take a hike into the surrounding mountains for something more active. We can recommend specific trails or routes if you're interested, along with the most scenic villas to visit along the way.
Recommended by Scenset—nothing has been booked.
Head to the Grand Hotel Tremezzo Salon for a hair appointment before your photoshoot.
Appointment Time: In the afternoon.
Make memories that will last a lifetime with a photoshoot on Italy's most picturesque lake. Scenset will provide a boat from your hotel dock for the photo session.
Start Time: Early evening
End Time: Late evening
Your boat will be available at the pier of your hotel, starting in the early evening.
Photographer booked independently. Boat provided by Scenset.
Grand Hotel Tremezzo
1x Signature Suite
- Breakfast included
- Confirmation: will be provided
In many ways, visiting Florence today feels like a trip directly into the Renaissance. The energy that inspired the likes of da Vinci and Michelangelo is still palpable, from the grandiose pink and green facade of the Duomo to an unembellished plate of Florentine steak with potatoes. It’s easy to get engrossed by the art and shopping in the historic center, but walk across the Ponte Vecchio to find Florence’s most authentic osterias and enotecas on the left bank of the river.
After check out, you'll be picked up from your hotel and directly to your hotel in Florence. Enjoy the scenic Tuscan countryside along the way.
Pick-Up Time: Late morning
Travel Time: Approximately 4.5 hours
Booked By Scenset
Since you'll already be visiting the Accademia on your guided tour, take some time to explore Florence's other world-famous art museum, home to some of the world's Renaissance treasures.
Recommended by Scenset—nothing has been booked.
A stylist from Pistolesi Hair Salon will come to your room at Lungarno Hotel for a styling and blow dry appointment.
Appointment Time: In the afternoon.
Get some professional photos taken in the Renaissance City.
Start Time: Afternoon
End Time: Evening
Booked Independently
Gucci Osteria has locations in Tokyo, Seoul, and LA, but the Florence restaurant is the scenset by famed chef Massimo Bottura—and has a Michelin star to boot.
Reservation: Canceled
Gucci Osteria is just a 10-minute walk from your hotel. If you do not attend, or cancel your reservation less than 72 hours before, you will be charged a fee per person.
- Gucci Osteria has locations in Tokyo, Seoul, and LA, but the Florence restaurant is the scenset—and has a Michelin star to boot.
- 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 of the Tuscan and Mediterranean dishes takes pride of the place.
- Omero is a Trattoria run by the same family for 30 years with typical regional cuisine.
- ‘INO serves probably the best Panini in Florence, known for exceptional flavours!
- Buca dell’Orafo offers traditional Tuscany dishes in a surrounding that reproduces the typical atmosphere of an ancient Florentine restaurant.
- Trattoria Sostanza is famous for its cuisine, since 1869. The concept is to eat by sharing two long marble tables, sitting next to whoever happens.
- Cammillo, the food here is deeply embedded in Florence’s culinary DNA as well as family-passed down traditions.
- 4 Leoni is located near the Ponte Vecchio bridge and has been serving elevated trattoria cuisine for 30 years.
Why we love it for you: The location couldn’t be better: the hotel is built right on the Arno, a pigeon’s spit from the Ponte Vecchio with in-your-face river and bridge views from the public areas and the best of the bedrooms.
Hotel Lungarno
1x Suite Picasso River View
- Breakfast included
Take a stroll to the Hermès store in Florence for an appointment with a personal Hermès assistant.
Appointment Time: Late morning
The Hermès store is a 10-minute walk from your hotel. Upon arrival, ask for the assigned assistant.
Start your time in Florence by orienting yourself with your local guide, getting an overview of the city center and its most important landmarks before heading to the Accademia Gallery—no visit to Italy would be complete without viewing its vast collection.
This private tour gives expert insight into the collections of The Accademia. This world-famous museum is home to various sculptures, the most famous being Michelangelo’s David.
Pick-Up Time: Afternoon
Pick-Up Location: Hotel lobby
Booked By Scenset
Walk around and explore the city! It's one of the best places you can get lost. I particularly like the less-touristy Oltrarno neighborhood (which literally means "across the Arno River"). Cross the famous Ponte Vecchio Bridge and continue to wander.
Recommended by Scenset—nothing has been booked.
Head up to the rooftop of the Hotel Calimala for a dinner with a view overlooking the city of Florence. Visitors come to Angel Rooftop for the view, but stay for the delicious local food.
Reservation Confirmed: Evening
See the menu here.
Angel Rooftop is just a 7-minute walk from your hotel.
Hotel Lungarno
1x Suite Picasso River View
- Breakfast included
It’s easy to get wrapped up in the magic of Florence, but there’s so much more to Tuscany outside of the capital city. Hop in the car and the city quickly gives way to medieval villages, terracotta estates, and endless rows of vineyards. The region is renowned for its history and art, but sensual pleasures reign supreme: copious glasses of wine, simple cooking with seasonal ingredients, natural thermal baths. If you’re seeking la dolce vita, you’ll find it in Tuscany.
This tour has been created for you to discover the most picturesque corners of Tuscany. Wander the road from Montepulciano to Montalcino through Pienza, considered one of the most amazing routes in Italy and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Upon arrival in Montalcino, a village that offers many attractions from monuments to sublime wines, it boasts a unique surrounding landscape composed of olive groves alternating with vineyards compounds. This is the vine that produces Brunello di Montalcino, a top-quality wine that has made this village famous all over the world and here you’ll enjoy a winery tour, wine tasting, and lunch.
The second stop is Pienza, a beautiful Renaissance village rich in history. Walk around and discover the famous Pecorino cheese at the local artisan shops.
Includes roundtrip transportation, English-speaking guide, wine tasting, and lunch.
Pick-Up Time: Late morning
Pick-Up Location: Hotel lobby
Return Time: Early evening
Booked By Scenset
Hotel Lungarno
1x Suite Picasso River View
- Breakfast included
Visit Venice the right way and you can’t help but fall in love. The majesty of San Marco Square and the Rialto Bridge is drowned out by the crowds and tacky souvenir shops, but a more authentic and mysterious Venice is just outside of the tourist center. Put down your phone’s map and wander the labyrinthine alleyways, discovering the neighborhoods still lived in by locals with their artisan shops, low-key cicchetti bars, and cozy restaurants overlooking the canals.
Get picked up from your hotel and taken to Florence train station to catch your high-speed train to Venice.
Pick-Up Time: Late morning
If you have trouble locating your greeter, reach out to your local contact. A contact number will be provided.
Booked by Scenset
Find your first-class tickets here for your train ride to Venice. Porter service is included in Florence and Venice to assist with your bags.
Reservation Code: BYZBA5
Car: 2
Seats: 17B, 17D
Train ticket for a passenger.
Train ticket for a passenger.
The only way to get around Venice is by the canals. Meet your local host at the train station and they'll take you by boat to your hotel on the water.
If you have trouble locating your greeter, reach out to your local contact at will be provided.
Booked by Scenset
Immerse yourself in true Venetian tradition by sampling cicchetti – Venice’s very own version of tapas and a quintessential Venetian pastime. Your expert local guide will accompany you to the hidden Venetian bars outside the touristic path, recommending the perfect combination of delicious homemade appetizers and choice of Venetian wines.
Pick-Up Time: Afternoon
Pick-Up Location: Hotel lobby
End Time: Evening
If you have trouble locating your greeter, reach out to your local contact at will be provided.
Booked by Scenset
Have a romantic dinner at the iconic Cip's Club at Hotel Cipriani on their lagoon-level terrace with a view overlooking the water.
- Reservation: Evening
- Dress Code: No shorts or sandals. Long pants (for men) and closed toe shoes required
See the menu here.
It's a 7-minute walk from your hotel to the docks to catch your boat to the Hotel Cipriani. Look for the "Hotel Cipriani" awning and catch your short shuttle across the lagoon. Your hotel concierge can assist with directions.
Why we love it for you: The hotel is set across the Grand Canal to the Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute and the Palladian façade of San Giorgio Maggiore, with a private jetty to arrive by boat in style. There are few lovelier spots in Venice to enjoy an evening aperitivo than the stylishly landscaped Grand Canal-side garden at the heart of the five palazzi that make up the hotel.
St. Regis Venice
1x Roof Garden Suite, Top-Floor with Terrace
- Breakfast included
- Confirmation: will be provided
Take a stroll to the Hermès store in Venice for an appointment with your personal Hermès assistant.
Appointment Time: Late morning
Hermès Assistant: will be provided
The Hermès store is a 4-minute walk from your hotel.
There's nothing romantic than a gondola ride through the canals of Venice. Take to the water in your private vessel with one of Venice's famously charming gondoliers for a romantic half-hour ride.
Pick-Up Time: In the afternoon
Pick-Up Location: Hotel lobby
If you have trouble locating your greeter, please contact your local contact.
Booked by Scenset
Dinner is left open tonight for you to dine at your leisure. You can use the list below for dining recommendations and if you'd like a reservation anywhere, send us a chat message or reach out to the St. Regis concierge.
- 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.
St. Regis Venice
1x Roof Garden Suite, Top-Floor with Terrace
- Breakfast included
- Confirmation: will be provided
Get some professional photos taken in the La Serenissima.
Start Time: Morning
End Time: Late Morning
Booked independently.
Venice is known not only for its stunning canals and elegant architecture but also for the several types of handicrafts that are unique to the region. Explore Venice the right way by taking to her waters and discovering her unique artistic treasures. During your journey across the Venetian lagoon, you will learn about traditional artisan crafts. This unique tour takes you behind the scenes of these studios, you get an in-depth look at how these beautiful crafts are created.
Pick-Up Time: Afternoon
Pick-Up Location: Hotel lobby
End Time: Evening
If you have trouble locating your greeter, reach out to your local contact at will be provided.
Booked by Scenset
Enjoy a final dinner in Italy at Lineadombra, a restaurant with a floating terrace over the lagoon and great Venetian fare to accompany the view.
Reservation: Evening
As a special perk for using Scenset, a table at the terrace edge has been guaranteed so you can dine right along the water.
St. Regis Venice
1x Roof Garden Suite, Top-Floor with Terrace
- Breakfast included
- Confirmation: will be provided
It's time to head home today, so wake up and enjoy a final look at the gorgeous canal before heading out to the airport. There's no doubt that you'll leave already thinking about your next trip to Italy. In Italy we don't say goodbye, we say a dopo, meaning until next time!
You'll be picked up this morning by boat from the St. Regis jetty and taken to the airport by water.
Pick-Up Time: Morning
If you have trouble locating your driver, please contact your local contact.
Booked by Scenset
Meet your airport greeter upon arrival at the Venice Airport for skip-the-line access through customs and security. Your luggage porters will take you from the boat to your VIP Greeter in the Departures Hall.
Booked by Scenset
Upon arrival at Atlanta Airport, meet your VIP Greeter upon exiting the plane. This premium service includes:
- Meet at the aircraft, taken onto runway & into an airside vehicle, if applicable.
- Driven to private facility.
- Customs/immigration is executed in-house.
- Passenger relaxes in lounge with refreshments until it is time to board.
- Driven across runway in airside vehicle, if applicable, directly to commercial aircraft for passenger to depart.
- Checked luggage is personally handled during layover to second flight
Booked by Scenset
