Your Trip Through Italy!
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 31 – Jun 3, 2024: Venice (3 nights)
Jun 3 – 6, 2024: Tuscany (3 nights)
Jun 6 – 9, 2024: Florence (3 nights)
Jun 9 – 13, 2024: Sicily (4 nights)
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
Today your international flight lands in Venice!
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Upon arrival at Venice Marco Polo Airport, you will be met by an airport representative for a VIP meet and greet. They will assist you through the arrival process and escort you to your private driver in the arrivals hall. From here, you will be escorted to the boat terminal dock where you will board a private motor boat to your hotel for check-in.
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Arrive at your hotel and unwind before venturing out to explore the city.
Dining recommendations will be provided closer to your travel date, and reservations can be made on your behalf.
We will provide a list of recommendations of what to do in Venice closer to the time of travel.
Enjoy a visit and tasting in 3 different taverns with 2 cichetti (tapas) and a glass of wine (ombra), per person, per tavern!
Tour of the best Venetian taverns “cicheterie” to discover the local culinary tradition. Between one “cicheto” and another you will become part of the real Venetian atmosphere, through the most mysterious and historical places of Venice, those that usually no tourist knows when not accompanied by a true Venetian.
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Why we love it for you: Passion, intimacy, and design are the three fundamental components that define the charm of this exquisite five-star palazzo located in Venice's San Marco district. The property's idyllic location on the Grand Canal, magnificent 16th-century facade, and scenset classical attributes epitomize its romantic character. Meanwhile, the interiors, designed by a renowned designer, showcase a playful and alluring personality, resulting in an enchanting and seductive ambiance.
Palazzina Grassi
3x Superior Room
- Breakfast included
This morning you are in for a treat, as quintessential Venice awaits you. Accompanied by your expert guide, you will be introduced to everything you thought Venice was and more!
Venice’s enchanting beauty is no secret, meaning its center is always awash with crowds. Our Hidden Venice itinerary takes you off the beaten path to give you an authentic experience of this incredible city. Savor a sensory feast wandering Rialto Market next to the bridge that has given it its name. Venture to the seldom visited districts of San Polo and Santa Croce, wandering its winding streets as you lose yourself in wonder. Visitors to Venice have a wealth of treasures to discover away from the often visited attraction of Saint Mark's Basilica. And we know where they're buried.
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Experience the City of Canals in the most memorable way possible, on a relaxing and private 30-minute authentic gondola ride through Venice. Sail past the historic sites and popular landmarks of Venice and experience first-hand why the city is considered one of the most romantic in the world! Sit back and relax with your skip-the-line ticket, enjoying a wonderful guided journey along Venice’s waterways, venturing down its wide, narrow, popular and hidden canals. Pass famous Venetian attractions such as Mozart’s House, La Fenice Theatre, Peggy Guggenheim Collection, La Salute Church, Doge’s Palace and St Mark’s Belltower from the waterways. After having soaked in Venice’s charm, your authentic gondola ride finishes where you embarked at the beginning of the experience.
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Palazzina Grassi
3x Superior Room
- Breakfast included
Today is a day for culture; board a gondola and venture out into the hidden Venice, where you will discover the culture & art of two nearby islets
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. Your approximately 4-hour tour also sees you indulge in a wonderful lunch in Burano.
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Palazzina Grassi
3x Superior Room
- Breakfast included
Gentle rolling hills crowned by cypress trees and tiny parish churches, vast vineyards and meadows, golden farmhouse and quaint centuries-old villages where time seems to have stopped. Discover authentic Tuscany, land of poets, artists and farmers, precious ruby-red wines, tangy olive oil and the world's most luscious cheeses!
Your private English speaking driver will greet you at the lobby of your hotel and transfer you to the train station for your train to Tuscany
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Board a direct train to Florence
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Your private English speaking driver will greet you at the arrival platform of your train and transport you to your hotel in Tuscany in a luxury vehicle
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Arrive at the hotel and unwind; the first afternoon is in Tuscany is for you to enjoy the luxurious grounds of your hotel
Why we love it for you: From the moment you arrive, it’s as though you’ve been transported to a Tuscan village of yesteryear. Everything is decentralized, so you’ll find staff members walking around, perhaps on their way back from picking produce for dinner or tending to the grapes at the vineyards. Each suite is individually decorated and named, but always with the style of returning home to your cozy countryside cottage.
Borgo Pignano
3x Maisonette La Casa del Guardia
- Breakfast included
When it comes to winemaking, Tuscany comes to the top of the list: Chianti Classico, Vino Nobile di Montepuciano, Super Tuscans and of course the kind of them all: Brunello di Montalcino!
Explore the realm of world-class wines and discover Tuscany’s most verdant vineyards. Visit the renowned wineries of Brunello di Montalcino, the Tuscan wine that is the most famous around the world. Awarded by Wine Spectator, beloved by connoisseurs, collectors and sommeliers worldwide, Brunello di Montalcino is one of Italy’s most prestigious wines. Visit two charming wineries located in the stunning Tuscan countryside and learn about the production techniques of this world-renowned wine and what makes it so special. This wonderful experience is also accompanied by wine tastings and lunch comprising local delicacies. After the winery visits, enjoy exploring the charming town of Montalcino.
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Borgo Pignano
3x Maisonette La Casa del Guardia
- Breakfast included
A vacation in Tuscany is not done right without some freshly made pasta or pizza. So today, we have a cooking class!
Immerse yourself in the essence of Tuscan cuisine and its traditions that have been handed down for centuries, by learning to prepare its delicacies. Visit an authentic cooking school and prepare a three-course meal while being guided by an expert chef. At the end of the experience, enjoy the mouth-watering meal that you have prepared, accompanied by rich local wines.
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Borgo Pignano
3x Maisonette La Casa del Guardia
- Breakfast included
This morning, head to Florence, taking the long way through the stunning countryside and renowned Tuscan villages.
Your private English speaking driver will greet you at the lobby of your hotel today and transfer you to Florence in a luxury vehicle.
But first.. a stop!
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On your drive through the picturesque countryside, we have arranged for two special stops.
First visit the unmistakable San Gimignano, a town that has been nicknamed 'the medieval Manhattan'. San Gimignano is a true gem, with its tall standing towers and the world champion of gelato!
After your visit head to Volterra, the last standing outpost of the Etruscan civilization, where you will have a guided tour of this amazing city!
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Arrive at your hotel and unwind before heading out to explore Florence by night!
Why we love it for you: An iconic luxury property, with fascinating history, prime location and views. The hotel is located right in the Heart of Florence and just a few steps away from the Duomo; and your room here will give you uninterrupted views of the dome. The décor will make your dream of what life in Rennaissance Florence was: antique oak parquet, mirrors and golden iron chandeliers from the 18th century, and exclusively-designed furniture.
Hotel Brunelleschi
3x Classic Executive Room
- Breakfast included
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.
No visit to Italy would be complete without viewing its vast collection. This private tour gives expert insight into the collections of either of its two main galleries. The Accademia is home to various sculptures, the most famous being Michelangelo’s David. Stroll along the dazzling corridors of the Uffizi and admire some of the most important artistic treasures such as the Venere and the Primavera of Botticelli, the Annunciazione of Leonardo Da Vinci and a collection of paintings by Caravaggio. While both the museums are unmissable experiences in Florence, you can also choose to visit only one of them based on your interests.
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Hotel Brunelleschi
3x Classic Executive Room
- Breakfast included
Today, take some time to explore Florence at your leisure and enjoy what the city offers. Visit Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic views and photos, explore Mercato Centrale, or relax at Boboli Gardens.
Hotel Brunelleschi
1x 3 x Deluxe Room
- Breakfast included
Nowhere in Italy mixes landscape, culture, and history quite like Sicily. In the span of a day, you can hike a spewing volcano, go for a swim in the crystalline sea, take photos of Baroque architecture, and gawk at ruins so old that they make the Colosseum look young. Even Sicilian cuisine is something unique, where couscous is as common as pasta and gelato isn’t served in a cup or a cone but rather a freshly baked brioche bun—the ultimate ice cream sandwich.
Your private English speaking driver will greet you at the lobby of your hotel and transfer you to Florence airport for your flight to Sicily
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Board your direct flight to Taormina, Sicily
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Your private English speaking driver will greet you at the arrivals hall of the airport and transfer you to your hotel in a luxury vehicle.
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Arrive at your hotel and get settled! The rest of the afternoon is free to enjoy the fabulous grounds of your hotel!
Why we love it for you: Built by a family in 1919 among lush, subtropical gardens, this secluded retreat retains all the charm of a private residence. Villa Sant’Andrea enjoys a reputation as one of the most romantic hotels in Taormina. Here you will settle into a sun-dappled seat and relax. Then, when action calls, a cable car whisks you in just three minutes to the town centre, with its many cultural attractions and sophisticated shopping scene.
Villa Sant'Andrea
3x Double Rooms
- Breakfast included
Perched like a stork’s nest on top of a hill, Taormina is as ancient as it is beguiling. The maze of tiny corridors are as irresistible as the most charming Italian towns, but none of the others come with Taormina’s panoramic bombshell. The Ancient Greeks built their amphitheater facing south toward the sun, a seemingly strange oversight. But once you’re standing on the steps and taking in the view of Mt. Etna and the Ionian Sea, it’s clear the Greeks knew exactly what they were doing.
Founded by the Greeks in 358 B.C., Taormina was occupied by the Romans and then fell into Byzantine hands. The little town is located on the East coast of Sicily, overlooking the Ionian Sea. Taormina is called the “Pearl of the Mediterranean” for several reasons: nestled on Mount Tauro, it offers the beauty of Mediterranean architecture all the while surrounded by endless magnificent views of both sea and mountains. From its Greek theatre, you can admire the bay of Giardini Naxos and Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, while on the other side you can gaze out over the coastline toward Messina and view the proximity of the Calabrian coast.
At the end of this walking tour, a picturesque Ape Calessino will be waiting to take you to Castelmola. Leaving the main square, a narrow road climbs up to the remains of the Mola Castle, or rather what is now visible of what was once a fortress that, from its elevation, controlled a vast territory from enemy incursions.
From here, you can enjoy the view of Mount Etna, the majestic highest volcano in Europe that, in addition to its grandeur, makes its presence felt with spectacular eruptions and columns of smoke. At the end of the tour, return to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
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Villa Sant'Andrea
3x Double Rooms
- Breakfast included
Today you will enjoy the coast in style, on your privately chartered yacht!
Experience the Taormina Bay boat tour aboard a private yacht, on a journey led by a personal skipper. One of the highlights of the tour is the visit of Grotta Azzurra with its colorful shades of blue in contrast to Capo Taormina and its rocky coastline - made famous by the film Le Grand Blue.
Etna and the Gulf of Giardini Naxos will provide the perfect background for your day on the water. Swimming in the waters surrounding the Grotta del Giorno is a must. The tour will continue along the coast toward the Baia di Mazzarò and the Baia delle Sirene, one of the most secluded and characteristic bays of the entire coastline and a perfect location for a swim in the clear, warm waters.
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Villa Sant'Andrea
3x Double Rooms
- Breakfast included
Today, experience what many consider to be one of the most invigorating experiences in Sicily!
This morning, join a naturalistic guide and travel by Jeep to the northern side of Mt. Etna to explore the largest active volcano in Europe. Discovering Mount Etna is one of the greatest adventure tours in Sicily, not only for the volcanic phenomena but also for the different kinds of vegetation that you will encounter during the ascent.
Etna has more than 400 craters, split all over the Catania county. Enjoy breathtaking landscapes, movie-like scenery and an ever-changing horizon, colored by unforgettable backgrounds that highlight the Sicilian heritage in all its beauty.
After your drive and walk on Etna, it's time to enjoy some wine. Cottanera Winery is a pioneer in viticulture, and one of Italy's leaders in enology. Discover the vineyards that grow over lava stone, 700 meters above sea level on the northern slope of Etna and enjoy a private tour and lunch.
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Villa Sant'Andrea
3x Double Rooms
- Breakfast included
Your private english speaking driver will greet you at the lobby of your hotel and transfer you to the airport of Taormina for your departure flight
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Board your flight back home.
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