Your Honeymoon Trip to Italy
The Italian 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 off the Amalfi Coast, and in the daily interactions with Italy's jovial citizens. The unbridled romanticism of a holiday in Italy will leave you with memories lasting a lifetime.
Oct 24 – 27, 2023: Lake Como (3 nights)
Oct 27 – 30, 2023: Florence (3 nights)
Oct 30 – Nov 2, 2023: Rome (3 nights)
October makes for great weather in Italy with sunny days and cool evenings. It’s a good idea to bring along a jumper or light jacket for the evenings.
You can expect temperatures of between 50-75°F with an average daily maximum of 70F and an average daily minimum of 55F.
US passport holders are allowed to fly into Italy for Business or Tourism without visa requirements.
- Official entry requirements can be sourced here
These guidelines are for reference only. Scenset holds no responsibility for travel restrictions. Travelers are responsible for ensuring the right documentation to travel.
Today your grand adventure begins! We are here to take care of all the small and important details so that all you have to think about is what to pack!
Catch your international flight to land in Milano Malpensa Airport on October 22nd.
Flight details: American airlines #AA198
- Arriving in Milano Malpensa airport in the morning.
- *This flight is independently sourced*
Once you land, collect your luggage and meet your host at the arrivals area of your terminal.
Your private English speaking driver will greet you at the arrivals hall of the airport and take you to your hotel.
Pick up time: Upon exit of the airport
Meeting location: Arrivals Hall
Booked by scenset.
Settle into your hotel; the first day in Lake Como is for you to unwind and ease into your vacation.
- I Tigli in Theoria, enjoy sophisticated grandeur at this one-Michelin-starred restaurant in Como’s ancient district.
- L'Aria, just a short taxi ride away in the amazing Mandarin Oriental hotel
- Il Gatto Nero, this high-end, rustic-chic establishment has one of the best lake views.
- Locanda Barbarossa if you are looking for a pizza restaurant within walking distance from your hotel.
- Lughino for organic typical cuisine
Why we love it for you: Nestled in the heart of Como's historic district, this charming boutique hotel features chic accommodations arranged around a tranquil garden courtyard. The tastefully appointed rooms are adorned with unique furnishings and decorations that the proprietors have collected during their journeys. The delicious breakfast is crafted using locally sourced ingredients, making for a truly delightful start to the day.
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 sunny afternoons. Meanwhile, the waterfront villas peppered around the lake are some of the most sought-after accommodations in all of Italy.
On your first full day in Lake Como, explore in style in the best way possible: over the water. A picnic basket can be arranged for you to take along on this magical excursion.
While in Lake Como one must venture out on a boat to enjoy the lake in the most quintessential way!
Calm waters gently ruffled by soft breezes, an enchanting verdant shoreline studded by gorgeous monumental villas, exquisite lakefront towns, a rich heritage and lively traditions. Lake Como is one of Italy's most idyllic spots, and there is so much to see! Only half-a-day at disposal? No worries, our half day Lake Como Cruise allows you to experience the lake's poetic atmosphere in great style, in about 3 hours and from an inspiring viewpoint: cruising the lake's peaceful waters aboard a sleek motorboat, escorted by a dedicated local English-speaking guide. Take in extraordinary views and discover the sights docking along the shoreline to explore a charming lakeside village. Take an insider's look at quaint shops and exquisite cafes, capture sudden inspiring views and the vestiges of ancient grandeur.
Pick up time: Morning
Meeting location: Hotel Lobby
Duration: 3 hours
- Inclusions:
- Private motorboat for the 3-hour tour as described
- Prosecco and taralli on board
- Private professional licensed English-speaking guide for 3 hours
- Visit of one of the charming lakeside villages
Booked by scenset.
Tonight we booked a table for two for you at Tigli in Theoria.
Cancellation Policy: A fee will be charged in the event of no-shows or cancellations in less than 24 hours.
Reserved by scenset. To be paid on site
Today enjoy a day at leisure in Lake Como and choose from the many activities available.
The area is surrounded by tall mountains and stunning tails, offering of course the most rewarding views.
We'll be happy to give our recommendations for the best trails to explore while you are there.
Recommended by scenset.
Lake Como is stepped in cool small towns to explore and your hotel is perfectly located for all the ferry connections.
On this day catch the ferry and go wonder the streets of Bellagio, Varenna or Menagio on an independent basis!
Recommended by scenset.
We have reserved a table for two at Il Gato Nero for you.
Cancellation policy: A charge per person will be applied in case of no show or late cancellation. No penalty is applied if the cancellation is made 12 hours before the event reserved.
Reserved by scenset. To be paid on site.
In many ways, visiting Florence today feels like a trip directly into the Renaissance. The energy that inspired the likes of renowned artists 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.
This morning a private English speaking driver will greet you at the lobby of your hotel and transport you to the Milano Central train station for your train to Florence.
Pick up time: In the morning
Meeting location: Hotel Lobby
Booked by scenset.
Catch a direct fast train to Florence.
Booked by scenset.
We would like to remind you that it is essential that you communicate your passenger name record to on-board personnel or that you are in possession of your ticket in PDF form.
Your private English speaking driver will greet you at the arrival platform of your train and transport you to your next hotel in Florence.
Pick up time: Upon arrival
Meeting location: inside the Station, at the Pharmacy at the end of platforms. The driver will wait for you with a sign bearing your name.
Booked by scenset.
Check into your hotel and enjoy the first afternoon in Florence independently, using the local recommendations provided.
This restaurant has an informal, fashionable atmosphere.
At the St Regis hotel. Enjoy excellent dishes from the Maremma created by a talented chef.
A Trattoria run by the same family for 30 years with typical regional cuisine.
Offers traditional Tuscany dishes in a surrounding that reproduces the typical atmosphere of an ancient Florentine restaurant.
Famous for its cuisine, since 1869. The concept is to eat by sharing two long marble tables, sitting next to whoever happens.
A new concept in modern catering based exclusively on white art. A quick-casual restaurant where you can enjoy products from 00 flour combined with foods of exclusively regional scenset.
- Visit Boboli Garden. If you wish to visit it with a private guide, we can add an additional hour to the Uffizi tour, scheduled for October 28th. The additional cost for the guide and Boboli Garden tickets will be provided.
- Enjoy a **panoramic point in Florence** to take some nice pictures; Piazzale Michelangelo is definitely the best, especially at sunset. If you enjoy being active, you can reach Piazzale Michelangelo by taking a nice walk; otherwise, you can easily reach it by taxi! If you are looking for a guided experience, we can provide a private driver for a couple of hours to enjoy the panoramic view and visit the beautiful San Miniato al Monte church. The cost for the driver will be provided.
These are recommendations; no activity has been booked by scenset.
Tonight we have reserved a table for two at Omero, a trattoria run by the same family for 30 years with typical regional cuisine.
Reserved by scenset
Why we love it for you: As the name implies, the Gallery Art Hotel pays homage to art in the city that birthed the Renaissance. It is the scenset design hotel in Florence, but revolving expositions from both local and international artists keep the decor fresher than Uffizi. It’s just a few steps from Ponte Vecchio and a short walk from the Duomo but, despite its central location, the hidden piazzetta where the hotel is located is surprisingly quiet, the greatest gift of all in a city as busy as Florence.
This morning, embark on an unforgettable tour of one of the world's most striking museums.
Meet your dedicated English-speaking guide, a knowledgeable and charismatic expert, and set off to discover the breathtaking collection housed in Florence's 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. Admiring the collection's most remarkable masterpieces learn all about the great artists that turned Florence into the capital of the Renaissance, the world's most strikingly revolutionary cultural and artistic period, and see them actually come to life with the guidance of your dedicated guide Discover Giotto's revolutionary art, admire the beauty of Botticelli's Primavera and the sensuality of his Venere, and marvel at Leonardo's mix of rational genius and artistic creativity!
Pick up: Morning
Meeting location: Hotel Lobby
Inclusions:
- English-speaking licensed guide at disposal for 3 hours
- Entrance fees (priority skip-the-line tickets and reservations) to the Uffizi Gallery
Exclusions:
- Transportation
Booked by scenset.
We have reserved a table for you at Winter Garden, at the St Regis hotel. Enjoy excellent dishes from the Maremma created by a talented chef.
Cancellation Policy: 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.
Reserved. To be paid on site.
When in Florence one must spend at least one day out in the Tuscan countryside
Fragrant bruschetta, tempting pasta with tasty sauces, sensational wines, cured meats and cheeses, premium olive oil and much more. Boasting miles of bountiful farmland, rich pastures and olive groves Tuscany is a gourmet’s idea of heaven!
And then again rambling olive groves and luxuriant vineyards, meadows dotted by farmhouses and tiny churches... the Tuscan countryside is certainly inspiring, and it can inspire one’s culinary cravings too!
Dive into the local gastronomic tradition, savor luscious typical specialties and master the art of preparing the best Tuscan dishes in a charming countryside location. Enjoy a memorable hands-on culinary experience, discover the variety of typical fresh produce and herbs and learn to make delicious dishes according to centuries-old recipes from the best teacher you can get, a talented local chef.
Enjoy the journey, traveling comfortably by private transport, and admire splendid views on the way to your destination, a delightful typical countryside estate.
Aprons on, uncover the rich culinary legacy of the area and follow your dedicated chef’s skilled instructions to learn the tips and secrets which lie behind the mouth-watering typical dishes. Mince, measure, mix and knead according to tradition and... have fun! Your cooking class will comprise delicious local dishes, such as home-made pasta seasoned with the finest fresh local vegetables.
Finally sit down and relax, relishing the view of the hills and the unique flavors of the best meal ever: the one you made yourself in the heart of the Tuscan countryside!
- The meal is served with a wine pairing
Pick up time: Mid-morning
Meeting location: Hotel Lobby
Duration: 5 hours
Inclusions:
- Private transportation from/to your hotel
- Private cooking class led by an English-speaking Tuscan cook in a charming countryside estate
- Lunch based on the menu prepared, inclusive of wines.
Booked by scenset.
This morning you will say goodbye to Florence and head to Rome!
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.
Your private English speaking driver will greet you at the lobby of your hotel this morning and transport you to the train station for your train to Rome.
Pick up time: Morning
Meeting Location: Hotel Lobby
Booked by scenset.
Catch a direct fast train to Rome.
Booked by scenset.
We would like to remind you that it is essential that you communicate your PNR to on-board personnel or that you are in possession of your ticket in PDF form.
Your private English speaking driver will greet you at the arrival platform of your train in Rome and take you to your next hotel.
Pick up time: Upon arrival
Meeting location: inside Roma Termini Station, at the security exit between platform 1 and 4. The driver will wait for you with a sign bearing your name.
Booked by scenset.
Settle into your hotel in Rome and enjoy the first afternoon at leisure.
Tonight we reserved a table for two at Per Me.
Cancellation policy: If the reservation results in a no-show, will be charged an amount per person booked, and will be invoiced for the amount charged.
In case of cancellation at least 24 hours before the agreed time, this amount will not be forfeited and, therefore, no charge will be applied.
Reserved by scenset. To be paid on site.
Why we love it for you: Located at the heart of the San Lorenzo quarter, Soho House Rome spans 10 floors, with a state-of-the-art spa and 360° rooftop views of the ancient city. The Centro Storico in San Lorenzo is a quartiere best known for its converted industrial buildings, splattering of street art and having real Romans live there. The rooms are modern and rustic but the best feature is the see-and-be-seen rooftop with its pool and bar; this is an oasis of real-time Rome.
This morning, get to know one of Rome's most important landmarks on a private skip-the-line tour.
The greatness, the ingenuity, the impeccable organization... the splendors of the Ancient Roman Empire pervade every corner of the Eternal City and still shine with magnificence. Re-live in first person the glory of the Ancient Rome and deeply understand what made a city-state the center of an encompassing empire.
Led by an expert local host, you’ll visit the Colosseum, Rome’s most stunning landmark and center of social life. Here, among its bleachers, learn how the Amphitheatre was built, what it was used for and the personal story of those who fought in it. Stroll around the Palatine Hill, home of the still-standing Emperor’s Palace, and picture the life you dreamed of living.
Keep walking until you reach the Roman Forum, the beating heart of the Empire’s capital. Lose yourself among the ruins of its temples and shops and discover the very spot where Julius Caesar was cremated. Crown this adventurous day with a stop at the Pantheon, the renowned former Roman temple dedicated to all gods, now a church hosting the mortal remains of the great Raphael. Enjoy to the full every moment of this unique experience.
Pick up time: morning
Meeting location: Hotel Lobby
Duration: 3 hours
Inclusions:
- Private professional licensed English-speaking guide for 3 hours
- Entrance Fees to the Colosseum and Roman Forum
- Private one-way transportation from your hotel to the meeting point (return on your own)
Booked by scenset.
Tonight we have reserved a table for two at Ristorante Campo de Fiori.
Reserved by scenset. To be paid on site
Step off the beaten tourist tracks and back in time, enjoy the balmy Roman weather and explore! Spend a thrilling morning
discovering the ancient Appian Way, the Roman aqueduct, Caracalla’s mythical baths and the eeriest of all landmarks: a Catacomb!
Enjoy journeying across town to reach the ancient Appian Way, the oldest road still in existence, comfortably accommodated in
your minivan and escorted by your dedicated expert local guide.
Striking sights you will have the chance to admire, and learn all about from your guide, are the imposing ancient Roman aqueduct, a beautiful landmark and masterpiece of engineer work which used to supply the whole city with water, and a mysterious Catacomb. Roam the underground and learn why the catacombs are one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Italy.
Your guide will reveal the site’s legends and secrets, and tell you all about burial rituals as you wander among these ancient and mysterious tombs. Your visit will also include the famed Baths of Caracalla, the remnants of Emperor Caracalla’s “bathhouse” complex. You will certainly gape at this site, among Rome’s most awe-inspiring ruins!
Pick up time: Morning
Meeting location: Hotel Lobby
Duration: 4 hours
Inclusions:
- Private professional licensed English-speaking guide
- Entrance Fees to the Catacomb
- Entrance fees to Caracalla’s Baths
- Private transportation from/to your hotel and throughout the tour as needed
Booked by scenset.
Discover the Eternal City using your senses, dive into the local gastronomic heritage and taste traditional specialties during a wondrous “Food Quest” through the charming streets of the historic center and Trastevere neighborhood. Follow your dedicated private guide for a unique insider’s view of the city’s vibrant soul, a “sniff” of its appetizing scents, and delicious morsels of local specialties.
- Stroll down charming cobblestone-paved streets to Campo de’ Fiori, a delightful square filled with sparkle. On weekday mornings “Campo” hosts a typical open-air market, a great place to check out the daily fresh produce and listen to the colorful voices bargaining. Let your guide lead you to the ancient fornai (bakeries) and botteghe (local delis), browse through the shops, lose yourself among aromas and sensational flavors.
- Savor Rome’s signature snack, scrumptious pizza bianca romana, shiny with olive oil, taste mouth-watering traditional cured meats and crispy fragrant ciambelline al vino.
- Then head on to the banks of the flowing Tiber river and stroll across to Trastevere, a charming medieval neighborhood with a bubbling temperament.
Let your guide lead you through picturesque alleys lined with low buildings and bedecked with small religious shrines and flower plants, to a distinctive local trattoria. Relax pampered by the restaurant staff, take in the atmosphere and treat your taste buds to yet another authentic Roman bite: a tasting of two luscious signature local pasta dishes and deep-fried home-made delicacies.
Duration: 3 hours
- Available in the morning or afternoon.
Enjoy dinner at Roma Sparita tonight, we booked a table for two.
Reserved. To be paid on site
Sadly all great things come to an end! Today you will depart Rome and head to the airport.
Grazie Mille!!
Your English-speaking driver will meet you outside of the hotel lobby to transport you to the airport in Rome.
Pick up time: Morning
Meeting location: Hotel Lobby
Booked by scenset.
Catch your flight back home from an airport in Rome.
- This is an independently sourced flight.