Ultimate Italy

Europe Italy
OVERVIEW
Enjoy the ultimate Italian experience during this 12-day guided tour. Sail to the sun-drenched island of Capri, where you will join a Local Expert for a tour of the iconic Faraglioni Rocks — three towering rocks jutting out from the Mediterranean Sea. At lunch, sit down to an Italian feast at the Michelin-starred Le Monzù, where you will have sweeping views of the Gulf of Naples while savouring dishes made from fresh, seasonal ingredients. See Florence your way with a choice of activities: Join an art historian and visit the Accademia to see Michelangelo's David or walk with a local food expert and taste this Tuscan town’s most decadent treats. In Venice, visit the Doge's Palace with a Local Expert and without the crowds — the expansive residence is yours alone to explore after hours.
EXPERIENCES
: Enter the Vatican Museums and visit the Sistine Chapel on a tour with your Local Expert. Be awed by the frescoes that adorn the walls and roof, painted by masters such as Michelangelo, Botticelli and Ghirlandaio.

Florence: The richness of Tuscany continues to delight on a fascinating truffle foraging trip, guided by an expert truffle dog.

Rome: Cross the Tiber River and step into the heart of ancient Rome, where you'll see the vast expanse of the Circus Maximus, once the site of thrilling chariot races. Pause before the magnificently preserved Arch of Constantine, a tribute to imperial triumph. Stroll along the ancient stones once trodden by senators and citizens, arriving at the Colosseum—its commanding presence both regal and timeless. From its noble facade, immerse yourself in a rich tapestry of legend, power and enduring magnificence.

Venice: Triumphantly enter the Doge's Palace as a guardian permits only you and your travelling companions to enter for an after-hours tour. Discover the art, culture and history of the Venetian Republic in a small, intimate group.
DEPARTURE DATES AND PRICES
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17/08/2025 28/08/2025 £7,625 Book
14/09/2025 25/09/2025 £8,325 Book
05/10/2025 16/10/2025 £8,425 Book
12/04/2026 23/04/2026 £8,095 Book
26/04/2026 07/05/2026 £8,295 Book
03/05/2026 14/05/2026 £8,495 Book
10/05/2026 21/05/2026 £8,495 Book
17/05/2026 28/05/2026 £8,575 Book
24/05/2026 04/06/2026 £8,595 Book
07/06/2026 18/06/2026 £8,550 Book
14/06/2026 25/06/2026 £8,550 Book
21/06/2026 02/07/2026 £8,725 Book
28/06/2026 09/07/2026 £8,495 Book
05/07/2026 16/07/2026 £8,450 Book
19/07/2026 30/07/2026 £8,395 Book
16/08/2026 27/08/2026 £8,025 Book
30/08/2026 10/09/2026 £8,425 Book
06/09/2026 17/09/2026 £8,550 Book
13/09/2026 24/09/2026 £8,595 Book
20/09/2026 01/10/2026 £8,595 Book
27/09/2026 08/10/2026 £8,275 Book
04/10/2026 15/10/2026 £8,275 Book
11/10/2026 22/10/2026 £8,275 Book
ACCOMMODATION
DAY 1: NH Collection Roma Palazzo Cinquecento. - Meals: Dinner
DAY 10: Radisson Collection Hotel, Palazzo Nani Venice. - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 11: Radisson Collection Hotel, Palazzo Nani Venice. - Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 2: NH Collection Roma Palazzo Cinquecento. - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Quisisana Hotel, Hilton Sorrento Palace (Seaview Executive Rooms). - Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 4: Quisisana Hotel, Hilton Sorrento Palace (Seaview Executive Rooms). - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 5: Brufani, Perugia. - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6: Anglo American Hotel Florence, Curio Collection By Hilton - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 6: Hotel Montebello Splendid, Florence. - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 7: Anglo American Hotel Florence, Curio Collection By Hilton - Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7: Hotel Montebello Splendid, Florence. - Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 8: Excelsior Palace Hotel - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8: Hotel Montebello Splendid, Florence. - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 9: Excelsior Palace Hotel - Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 9: Excelsior Palace Hotel - Meals: Breakfast
ITINERARY

Begin your Italy luxury tour journeying to your luxurious hotel by private chauffeur. Tonight, enjoy the ambience of the Eternal City strolling through cobbled streets before dining on fine Italian cuisine beneath the gaze of the Pantheon.

Explore the Eternal City and Vatican Museums with the guidance of a Local Expert. Admire magnificent frescos and unlock religious history before crossing the Tiber to view the mighty Colosseum and the Roman Forum.

At the foot of Mount Vesuvius, your Local Expert paints a vivid picture of the past at the ruins of Pompei. Journey south through dramatic coastal scenery and lemon groves to your luxurious hotel in Capri or Sorrento (date dependent) and enjoy an elegant dinner of local specialties.

For guests staying in Capri, indulge in a Relaxed Start. A private cruise shows off Capri’s dramatic coastline as you wind your way into hidden coves and visit the White Grotto. Enjoy a ride on the historic funicular to admire breathtaking scenery before strolling through the famous Piazzetta. Dine in style at Michelin-starred restaurant Le Monzù.

Journey through vineyards and olive groves discovering Umbria and personalise your day. View the 28 incredible frescos of the Basilica of St. Francis with a local historian. Or, explore the roots of Umbrian cuisine with your local gourmand, tasting regional olive oils, truffle-infused cured meats and exceptional wines during a curated tasting. Tonight, stay in the heart of Perugia’s medieval town.

Discover the medieval Umbrian tradition of loom-weaving as fourth-generation artisan Marta welcomes you into her workshop, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience celebrating heritage and craft. Surrounded by sunlit vineyards, enjoy a private wine tasting paired with regional cuisine. Then, meet Gelato World Champion Sergio Dondoli and savour his award-winning, handcrafted flavours.

Personalise your morning in Florence with an art or gourmet exploration. Join an art historian to explore Renaissance Florence in the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s David, or explore markets and gourmet stores with a local food expert, illuminating Florentine specialties. Take a fascinating foraging trip for the region's aromatic truffles guided by an expert truffle dog. Dine on regional dishes including 'Fiorentina' — Tuscan steak seasoned and grilled to perfection — over dinner at a Tuscan Villa. Sample the local Chianti wines produced on the estate.

Savour a Relaxed Start before exploring a former hunting lodge built in the 1200s by the Medici family. Using produce from the estate's vegetable and herb garden, do as the locals do, learning from a professional Italian chef how to roll pasta by hand. Sample the fruits of your labour accompanied by some of the estate's exquisite wines. In Pisa, marvel at the gravity-defying tower, Duomo and baptistery with a Local Historian. Continue on to Rapallo for your stay at a luxurious hotel.

At the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre, join your Local Expert and visit the cliffside towns of Manarola and Monterosso. Here, colourful houses perched upon steep, rugged coastline overlook the sparkling Mediterranean. Indulge in time at leisure in the charming town of Rapallo. Set against a backdrop of azure waters and lush hillsides, with its picturesque harbour, colourful architecture it provides the perfect place to stop and relax.

Cross the fertile plains of the River Po and arrive by water taxi. Cruise the elegant Grand Canal to view the luxurious palaces before sitting back in a classic gondola to ride through the quieter, hidden canals. Step behind the velvet ropes as you enter the Doge's Palace for an after-hours tour guided by a local art historian.

Unlock the centuries-old craft of glassblowing and join a Local Expert to explore the hidden lanes of Venice, learning the secrets of its past and present. Delight in a celebratory evening of local delicacies this evening.

Your Italian voyage ends in style, with a private boat ride to Venice’s Marco Polo Airport.
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