Your Family Trip to Italy
The Italian la dolce vita is difficult to describe. It is something that truly needs to be experienced first-hand. It is found in the ambient sounds of Rome's cobblestone streets, in the rows of vines of Tuscany's tranquil vineyards, reflecting in the immaculate and azure Mediterranean waters, and in the daily interactions with Italy's jovial citizens. The unbridled romanticism of a journey through Italy will leave your family with memories lasting a lifetime.
Jul 9 – 13, 2025: Venice (4 nights)
Jul 13 – 16, 2025: Florence (3 nights)
Jul 16 – 19, 2025: Tuscany (3 nights)
Jul 19 – 22, 2025: Rome (3 nights)
Upon arrival, an airport agent will be waiting for you at the airplane door. They will carry your luggage and lead you through immigration and customs, for which you will have priority. They will then accompany you to your private chauffeur.
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Your English-speaking chauffeur will welcome you at the airport. They will then transport you by boat to your hotel.
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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.
Enchantment awaits at JW Marriott Venice Resort and Spa. Beautifully situated on the private island of Isola delle Rose in Venice, Italy, this luxury five-star hotel offers a lush retreat, the perfect respite from the excitement of the city. Your pampering begins as you are transported in just a few minutes from St. Mark's Square by a private and complimentary water shuttle to the 40-acre resort filled with gardens, olive groves and exceptional amenities. Feel immediately relaxed as you enter the light-filled rooms, suites and private residences. Savor award-winning cuisine at the tempting restaurants, recharge at the JW Venice Spa - one of Venice's premier wellness destinations, play in the pools, take a cooking class or join any of the family friendly activities.
JW Marriott, Venice
Family Premium Guest Room with 2x Rollaway Beds
- Breakfast included
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Since you're on an island out in the lagoon of Venice, you'll be able to use the hotel shuttle boat to get to and from Piazza San Marco. A free shuttle service runs every 30 minutes, and takes about 20 minutes to reach the piazza.
After booking, scenset will provide curated restaurant recommendations should you wish for us to make dinner reservations on your behalf.
In the morning, meet your private, experienced guide in the lobby of your hotel and make your way to the Saint Mark’s Square. You will be able to utilize the hotel shuttle boat to get to Saint Mark's Square.
Follow them as they take you to the major highlights of Saint Mark’s Square, the most iconic square of Venice. This 2-hour tour starts off with a visit of the Doge’s Palace, inside what was once the heart of Venetian politics. Next comes the visit of Saint Mark’s Basilica. After looking at its peculiar facade and golden mosaics, skip the line and enter this holy place, which still holds the remains of St. Mark the Evangelist. Back outside, gaze at the beauty of this iconic square, with the bell tower and the buildings surrounding the square. The tour ends with a skip-the-line access to the top of the Campanile. A game booklet and a gift are given to each child to ensure they will learn as much as they have fun.
Duration: 2 hours
Inclusions:
- Private certified guide
- Entrance tickets to the Doge's Palace, St. Mark's Basilica and the Campanile
- Game booklets for each child
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JW Marriott, Venice
Family Premium Guest Room with 2x Rollaway Beds
- Breakfast included
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Your chauffeur will pick you up at your hotel and escort you to your activity.
In the morning, meet your private instructor at the marina. After a quick safety briefing, board the special learner’s gondola. This type of gondola is a lot more stable than the black Venetian gondolas, so no one gets to fall in the water! First thing is first: getting familiar with the rowing technique, and although it seems quite easy, you’ll see that it is quite a challenge. And once you have gotten the hang of it, it is time to learn how to steer the gondola! The training takes place in a small port, and when everyone is ready, you and your family will take a trip down the smaller canals of Venice, just like any real gondolier. On the way, you will visit a very secret gondola museum and squero (gondola reparation atelier) and enjoy a few snacks and refreshments.
Duration: 2 hours
Inclusions:
- Private experienced instructor
- Private special learner's gondola Visit to a small gondola museum
- Snacks and drinks
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In the afternoon, meet your private, experienced guide near the Rialto Bridge.
It is time to explore the narrow streets of the city by foot. Follow your guide as he/she takes you to other, more hidden highlights and curiosities such as the Bovolo Staircase with an amazing view of the city, the iconic Teatro La Fenice and, last but not least, Saint Mark’s Square and the Bridge of Sighs.
After the walking tour, enjoy a half-hour ride through the inner canals and the Grand Canal. And if you want to hear the gondolier sing, just ask! While you enjoy the beauty and charm of the city during this two-hour tour, your children will try to bring you from the Rialto Bridge to the Bridge of Sighs as part of their very engaging and entertaining game booklet.
Duration: 2 hours
Inclusions:
- Private certified guide
- Private half-hour gondola ride
- Walking tour through Venice's highlights
- Game booklet for each child
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JW Marriott, Venice
Family Premium Guest Room with 2x Rollaway Beds
- Breakfast included
Booked By a person
In the afternoon, meet your private, experienced guide and make your way to the Venetian lagoon.
Hop on board your own private Venetian speedboat and, together with your private, fully-licensed guide, head out to the beautiful islands of the Venetian Lagoon. Your first stop is Murano, famous for its glassware. Let your guide tell you all about the art of glass making and watch the artists as they create beautiful glass objects. After a short walk on the island, jump back in the boat and head to the charming island of Burano. Burano is full of colors, and no one can resist its unique charm. Follow your guide through the colorful streets and picturesque canals of the island. The kids will be able to run around and have fun, but still learn about the traditions and the heritage of this quaint little island. Everyone in your family will get to taste the local S shaped cookie, which is truly a delight!
Duration: 4 hours
Inclusions:
- Private certified guide
- Private Venetian speedboat
- Visit to Murano
- Visit to Burano
During your time on Murano, you'll visit a passionate glass maker in his quaint little workshop in the heart of Murano.
Let him introduce you to his amazing art. Although located on the island of Murano, this workshop is far superior than crowded touristic glass factories on the island. After a few instructions and safety tips, start creating colorful glass elements. You can do what you want, but for a perfect Venetian souvenir, you might want to recreate an iconic candy or your favorite shape of bead! Just follow the instructions of the glass maker, and you will end up having a beautiful glass creation in a couple of hours. Depending on your creations, the glass might need 24 hours to cool down and you may need to collect your creations the following day.
Duration: a couple of hours
Inclusions:
- Private experienced glass maker
- Fun-filled and safe glass workshop
- A gift at the end of the activity
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JW Marriott, Venice
Family Premium Guest Room with 2x Rollaway Beds
- Breakfast included
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Your English-speaking chauffeur will pick you up at your hotel and transport you to the train station. Upon your arrival at the station, a private assistant and porter will help you with your luggage and guide you to your train.
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You will jump aboard the train to Florence. Executive class train tickets will be booked for your family, seated together. The train ride lasts approximately two hours.
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Upon arrival, meet your personal greeter and porter at the train station. They will carry your luggage and lead you to your chauffeur.
Your chauffeur will pick you up at the train station and drive you to your hotel for check-in.
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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.
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.
This evening, live a unique and enjoyable experience along the Arno River on board of a traditional "barchetto," one of the few left in Florence.
See the Uffizi Gallery, the splendid palaces, and historic villas on the bank while enjoying a glass of wine.
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Your chauffeur will pick you up at your hotel and drive you to your activity.
In the morning, meet your private, experienced chef at the cooking school.
Let them tell you all about it during this fun-filled cooking class. Right after a brief introduction on Florentine food and what you will be preparing, it is time to get your hands deliciously dirty. This cooking class is designed for families traveling with children, so every dish prepared is something both you and your children will enjoy. Every member of your family will participate in the preparation of this child-friendly meal... And once everything is ready, sit down, relax and enjoy what you prepared!
Nothing tastes better than homemade cuisine, especially when you have help from an expert chef! Our Florence Cooking Class is a great way to enjoy delicious homemade Italian or Florentine food and have fun while preparing it!
Your chauffeur will pick you up after your activity and drive you back to your hotel.
Duration: 3 hours
Inclusions:
- Private experienced chef
- Private kitchen in a charming apartment
- Traditional Italian meal
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In the morning, meet your private, fully-licensed guide in the lobby of your hotel. Together, make your way to the heart of Florence.
Let them take you on a fascinating walking tour through the narrow, charming streets of Florence in search of its best traditional craft artisans. During this 2-hour tour, you will get a chance to see 3 of the most iconic workshops and meet face to face with the people that keep these old traditions alive today: a leather worker, a silversmith and a traditional frame maker. These friendly and passionate artisans will let you take a behind-the-scenes look at their workshop, where goods have been produced for countless generations of kings, queens and noble families from all over the world.
Duration: 2 hours
Inclusions:
- Private certified guide
- Behind the scenes look at 3 different workshops
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Villa Cora
- Breakfast included
After breakfast and check-out, a chauffeur will pick you up at your hotel in Florence and drive you to the Belmond Hotel in Tuscany.
This is a drive of approximately 50 minutes.
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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.
A patchwork of the most vibrant green, harmonizing with centuries of history and familial warmth. Originally a medieval castle on an ancient Etruscan site, our haven of luxury and peace pays homage to acres of astonishing natural life and agricultural traditions. A vision of self sufficiency and sustainability, Casole has become a guardian of the land, preserving, enriching and sharing in its produce, so guests can continue to enjoy its infinite beauty.
In the morning, meet your private chauffeur-guide in the lobby of your hotel.
He will drive a minivan and will be at your disposal for eight hours. Spend the day in one of the must-see areas of Italy: Chianti. This region is known worldwide for its wine. Your chauffeur-guide will tell you all about this region and make several stops to have you discover wonderful sites such as the Castello di Gabbiano and its panoramic view, and the Abbey of San Michele Arcangelo a Passignano: an historic Benedictine abbey. Other stops will be made in the villages of Montefioralle, Greve in Chianti and Rada. You will enjoy a wine and olive oil tasting in a local winery. At the end of the day, your chauffeur-guide will drive you back to your hotel.
Duration: 8 hours
Inclusions:
- A private, fully-licensed chauffeur-guide who knows how to keep the children engaged
- An olive oil tasting session
- A game booklet and gift for each child
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Today is at your leisure to enjoy the grounds and surrounding area of your hotel, Belmond Castello di Casole.
Head out from Castello di Casole and find endless things to do in Siena, Italy, and the surrounding hill towns. Spring and summer in Tuscany are full of green grass and flowers in bloom, perfect for biking or Vespa rides to the hill towns. Every season promises magical memories.
You can read more about what is on offer at Castello di Casole here and in the activities brochure.
Your English-speaking chauffeur will pick you up at your hotel and transport you to the train station in Florence. This is a drive of approximately 50 minutes.
Upon your arrival at the station, a private assistant and porter will help you with your luggage and guide you to your train.
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You will jump aboard the train to Rome. We will book business class train tickets for your family, seated together. The train ride lasts about an hour and a half.
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Upon arrival, meet your personal greeter and porter at the train station. They will carry your luggage and lead you to your chauffeur.
Your chauffeur will pick you up at the train station and drive you to your hotel for check-in.
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With an uncanny sense of foresight, Rome was first called the Eternal City 2,000 years ago. Even by today’s standards, it’s still grand in a way that few other places can compare to. The buildings are dilapidated and the roads disheveled, but chaos has never looked so exquisite. The cobblestone streets may be nonsensical, but a wrong turn always leads to an unexpected delight: an intimate piazza, a baroque fountain, or a homey trattoria serving house-made cacio e pepe.
One of the most enchanting palaces in Rome has opened its doors to inaugurate a new chapter in its history as Palazzo Dama: a magnificent hotel that redefines the capitol city’s standards of luxury.
In the afternoon, adventure through Rome's historic streets aboard Italy's iconic Vespa, the beloved symbol of the 1950s and 1960s.
Meet your private family-friendly guide at your hotel for a thrilling three-hour ride past Rome's major landmarks, including the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Vatican, and Colosseum. Additionally, to enhance your experience and keep the kids even more engaged and entertained, a game booklet is provided. Enjoy a break for refreshments, ensuring everyone stays energized for the adventure. Create lasting family memories exploring Rome together in a unique and exciting way with the Vespa Tour of Rome.
Duration: 3 hours
Inclusions:
- Professional licensed guide and driver Stops for photos
- Sweet pastry, gelato or aperitivo
- Tickets to the Pantheon
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Your chauffeur will pick you up at your hotel and drive you to your activity. He will be at your disposal for the day.
In the morning, meet your private, experienced instructor at the training camp in the suburbs of Rome.
Let the instructor give you the training needed to become a successful and popular gladiator some 2,000 years ago. Listen as the instructor tells you all about the gladiators: their lives, their art, and of course, their equipment and weapons used during their combats. You will be able to hold the swords, nets, helmets and tridents that these courageous fighters would carry into the arena. But the fun really starts when each member of your family will start the private training session. Learn the moves and the winning techniques. All this is done in the safest environment (no face to face combat!).
Duration: 2 hours
Inclusions:
- Private experienced instructor
- Private outdoor and indoor facility
- Italian snack
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In the afternoon, meet your private, experienced guide at the Colosseum.
Let him/her take you back some 2,000 years ago on a wonderful tour of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. What better way to visit these two iconic cultural highlights than with your own private, family-friendly guide? Learn all about how Romans used to live at that time and relive the excitement of the gladiator fights through stories and fun-facts given by your private guide. Skip-the-line tickets will grant you quick and easy access to both sites, and to keep your children engaged throughout the 3 hours, they will each get a fun-filled game booklet.
Duration: 3 hours
Inclusions:
- Private certified guide
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- Game booklet for each child
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Your chauffeur will pick you up at your hotel and drive you to the Vatican. He will be at your disposal for the day.
In the morning, meet your private, experienced guide in the lobby of your hotel and make your way to the Vatican.
Let them take you to the world's smallest country. Your skip-the-line tickets will grant you a quick entry inside the Vatican Museum, where you will be able to admire some of its priceless treasures before being mesmerized by Michelangelo's masterpiece on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. Finally your guide will take you to Saint Peter's Basilica. Not only will our experienced guide keep your children entertained with great fun-facts and interesting stories, but each child will get a game booklet that will make this 3-hour cultural visit both enjoyable and interesting.
Please note that the itinerary may change depending on the number of visitors and the opening/closing of certain rooms. Raphael's Room is not included in this visit.
Duration: 3 hours
Inclusions:
- Private experienced guide
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Vatican museum
- Game booklet for each child
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In the afternoon, meet your private, experienced art teacher at the workshop.
Enjoy this fun-filled hands-on workshop while you create your own fresco painting.
After a brief explanation on the technique and history of fresco painting, a form of art used by many famous artists, each member of your family will choose the design you want to reproduce on the stone. By following the different steps, everyone will end up having a beautiful fresco at the end of the workshop, which you will want to take back home.
Duration: 2 hours
Inclusions:
- Private experienced art teacher
- Private workshop creating of individual frescos
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Depending on your flight schedule, your chauffeur will pick you up at your hotel and drive you to the airport.
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If you like what you read and are ready to pull the trigger on this once-in-a-lifetime family adventure, then you may either complete the secure payment link or arrange a bank transfer as detailed below.
Once payment has been received, we will begin confirming the itinerary and let you know of next steps!
Please Note
- All availability is subject to change until itinerary is confirmed
Should you wish to pay by wire, the total trip cost will be provided with a deposit payment at time of booking.
Please use these details to send both domestic wires and ACH transfers to Scenset's Mercury account:
Beneficiary
- Beneficiary Name: SCENSET, INC
- Account Number: 202314543995
- Type of Account: Checking
- Beneficiary Address: 77 Geary Street, Unit 555, San Francisco, CA 94108
Receiving Bank Details
- ABA Routing Number: 091311229
- Bank Name: Choice Financial Group
Mercury uses Choice Financial Group as a banking partner.
- Bank Address: 4501 23rd Avenue S Fargo, ND 58104