Italian treasures

14 days overview Italy Grand Tour Rome, Amalfi Coast, Tuscany and Venice

On this vast Italian tour, you’ll see the best of the country, exploring legendary cities like Rome, Venice, Tuscany, and the Amalfi Coast.

Step into the Roman experience and make the Eternal City your abode. Explore renowned landmarks, commingle with the locals who go about their lives in the ancient ruins, tour amazing museums, and eat at the finest restaurants in the city. We promise, you’re going to feel like an insider.

Then, slow down while making your way along the Amalfi Coast. Relax and board a boat bound for the picturesque islands in the Mediterranean.

Discover Italy’s rich culinary history in Tuscany by visiting local shops, secluded vineyards, and teeming markets. You will observe the passion behind the creation of famous meats, cheeses, oils, and wines by interacting with the producers who keep the traditions alive.

Step into another world and explore the absolute essence of ‘The Floating City’ via its favorite mode of transportation: the Gondola. Make your way through the charming canals and meander through the intriguing waterways to enjoy a glimpse of the glory days of the past then take to the Venetian streets with thousands of revelers from near and far.

INCLUDED WITH EVERY LUXURY SMALL GROUP TOUR

Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
Hand-Selected Luxury Accommodations
Full Breakfast Daily; Select Lunches and Dinners
English-Speaking Local Guides
High Speed Train in Executive Business Class if suitable
Internet Access
Free Admission at Museum if Suitable
Guaranteed Departures with a Minimum of Two Guests

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• Day 1

ARRIVE ROME, ITALY

• Day 2

ROME | MICHELIN STARRED DINNER

• Day 3

ROME | DESIGN YOUR DAY

• Day 4

ARRIVE AMALFI COAST | WONDROUS ITALIAN GEM

• Day 5

NAPLES | POMPEI RUINS & VESUVIO’S VULCAN TOUR

• Day 6

AMALFI COAST | DESIGN YOUR DAY

• Day 7

CAPRI | BOAT TOUR

• Day 8

ARRIVE FLORENCE | RENAISSANCE CITY

• Day 9

FLORENCE | UFFIZI GALLERY

• Day 10

CASTELLINA DEL CHIANTI | FULL DAY AT MAZZARINI VINEYARDS

• Day 11

FLORENCE OR SIENA | DESIGN YOUR DAY

• Day 12

VENICE | STREET FOOD TOUR

• Day 13

VENICE | PRIVATE BOAT TOUR

• Day 14

DEPART VENICE

• Day 1

ARRIVE ROME, ITALY

Upon your arrival you will meet with your private English-speaking assistant who
will escort you to your private transfer and hotel for check-in. Following check-in
you will receive a welcome package that contains touristic information that we
deem you may find useful throughout your stay.

ROMAN STREET FOOD TOUR:
Meet your gourmet local guide and learn to eat like a local on our insider Rome
Street food tour, sample mouth-watering on-the-go delicacies that you can only
taste in the Eternal city. So, leave your guidebook at home, give Google a rest
and follow us – got you covered.
Buon appetito!!

ROOFTOP EVENING EXPERIENCE:
Bring the evening to a close as you unwind under the stars at one of Rome’s
rooftop bars where you will take in spectacular views of the Eternal city.

• Day 2

ROME | MICHELIN STARRED DINNER WITH CELEBRITY CHEF

Tonight you will attend the Marco Martini cocktail bar which is housed in an ivy-
covered garden-house embellished with velvet sofas and a stained glass gazebo
and a Liberty-style floor that welcomes those who want to have an aperitif or
spend the evening enjoying a drink.

Marco is the youngest Italian Chef to have achieved 4 Michelin stars in a row and
he is an Ambassador of “Italian Cuisine in the World” and has appeared on the
popular competitive cooking show “Master Chef”.

“My cuisine comes from tradition and from a distant past.
It is made of memories. My mother’s gestures, the flavors I grew up with, the
traditional dishes, the knowledge of raw materials and of their cycle of life. First
comes the memory, then the dish.
First comes the design, then the recipe. This is what I can do. That’s my job.
Eyes, stomach and head. My secret ingredient? “You”. — Marco Martini

Welcome to his restaurant.

• Day 3

ROME | DESIGN YOUR DAY

HIGHLIGHTS & HIDDEN GEMS: BEST OF ROME TOUR:
Ancient ruins, history everywhere, and a lively atmosphere; Rome, is a magical
place. From a sight of the best highlights the city has to offer to the discovery of
unique spots only the locals know about – this experience brings together the best
of both worlds.
Enjoy the city to the max and hear more about the origin of Rome as you see the
city’s main landmarks.
Our private guide are a natural storytellers, each one with a different background
ranging from arts to history. They can’t wait to share some of their unique stories
and personal anecdotes with you. So get ready, culture, history, and local lifestyle
await.

PERSONAL SHOPPING WITH A VOGUE JOURNALIST: Enjoy a private shopping tour in Rome with a fashion journalist from the Italian Vogue. Search for artisan treasures, bargain in local markets or visit unique boutiques. Your personal
shopper can personalize it just for you!

VINTAGE TOUR WITH A CLASSIC FIAT500:
Visit the historic center of Rome with a Fiat 500 old-timer (1969)! You’ll enjoy
your own private tour specially designed according to your wishes! Catch the
moment to make it an eternal memory by taking pictures of you in the car at
Rome’s highest hill.

• Day 4

ARRIVE AMALFI COAST | WONDROUS ITALIAN GEM

Meet your private driver that will then bring you to your next form of
transportation in which you have the option chooses between a private luxury car
or experience the high speed train in which you will travel in Executive Business
Class. Upon your arrival in Naples, if by train, you will then be transferred in a
luxury car to your hotel for check-in.

• Day 5

POMPEII’S ANCIENT RUINS & VESUVIO’S VOLCANO:

Today, enjoy one of these Design Your Cooking class.

Today you will explore the ancient ruins of Pompeii which is declared by UNESCO
World Heritage Site. On your semi-private tour we will bring the city back to life
for you and recount the culture of the time. The explanations of your personal
guide will enrich your experience as he enlightens you on the habits of family,
marriage, economy, roles of the slaves and government, and what daily life looked
like.

You will also discover the wonder of one of Europe’s active volcanoes on this
excursion and hike to the top of the notorious volcano, where you’ll find stunning
views of the Bay of Naples and the surrounding landscapes and catch sight of the
destruction of Mt Vesuvius’ massive eruption thousands of years ago.

• Day 6

AMALFI COAST | DESIGN YOUR HIKING DAY

Today, enjoy one of these Design Your Day hiking activities.

SUNSET PUNTA DELLA CAMPANELLA:
Meet your private guide expert and discover the beauties of the landscape
immersed in the color palette of the “Macchia Mediterranea” through The Path of
Minerva, at the extreme cape of the Sorrento peninsula. Once we reach the Punta
Campanella’s watchtower, we will have Capri so close (2.5 Miles ) that you will
stretch out your arms to reach it!

THE PATH OF THE GODS:
Take a hike with one of our expert guides through The Path of the Gods which
without a doubt the most famous hiking path in all of the Amalfi Coast, you will
feel as if you are walking between heaven and earth while delighting in the most
breathtaking panoramic views on Earth. It is an extraordinary example of the
work of human beings, who managed throughout the centuries to colonize in the
most impracticable locations of the region.

Walking in this spectacular scenery, there will be the occasion to meet local
shepherds and farmers throughout who still work and live in this little corner of
heaven facing every day the difficulties of their hard job with passion and
devotion, a trademark of the people here in Southern Italy.

• Day 7

CAPRI | BOAT TOUR & LIMONCELLO TASTING:

Enjoy a day on the island discovering Capri from the sea. Take an 8-hour
adventure to explore the most beloved island in the world. Aboard a typical
Sorrento boat, you and your guide will sail all along the coast admiring majestic
reefs, arches in the rock and all the famous attractions of the coast, such as the
Faraglioni rocks, the Natural Arch, the lighthouse of Punta Carena and the
amazing White Grotto, Green Grotto and Blue Grotto, the statue of “Scugnizzo”
and the bay of Marina Grande. Enjoy the majestic blue sea of Capri, swimming in
the most crystalline waters in the world and taking 4 hours to relax while
exploring with the beauty of Capri before your eyes.

• Day 8

ARRIVE FLORENCE | RENAISSANCE CITY

Meet your private driver that will then bring you to your next form of
transportation in which you have the option chooses between a private luxury car
or experience the high speed train in which you will travel in Executive Business
Class. Upon your arrival in Florence, if by train, you will then be transferred in a
luxury car to your hotel for check-in.

ROOFTOP EVENING EXPERIENCE :
Bring the evening to a close as you unwind under the stars at one of Florence’s
rooftop bars where you will take in spectacular views of the Renaissance city.

• Day 9

FLORENCE | UFFIZI GALLERY

The city of Dante and Leonardo da Vinci, Machiavelli and the all-powerful Medici,
Florence is the city where the culture of the Renaissance reached its zenith – and
it’s jam-packed with magnificent monuments and awe-inspiring artworks. At the
centre of our special Best of Florence tour is the towering figure of Michelangelo,
who defined the spirit of his age more perfectly than anyone else. We’ll learn
about his long and dramatic life and come face-to-face with his greatest
masterpiece in the Academia, the iconic statue of David.

Join us for an unforgettable introduction to one of the world’s most enchanting
cities, and discover why Florence is one of those places that everyone simply has
to visit at least once in their lives.

• Day 10

CASTELLINA DEL CHIANTI | FULL DAY AT MAZZARINI VINEYARDS

The family business is managing the entire process for producing high-quality
wines bottled at the source. From the vine to the bottle, everything embodies the
strong Tuscan values of family and tradition. It reached a high prestige thanks to
its excellent wines and due to the success of Poggio Amorelli, wine appreciated
and purchased worldwide; today the company has three estates in Tuscany,
produces 6 types of wine, vinsanto, grappa and olive oil.
The wines available for tasting will be accompanied by tastings of typical Tuscan
flavors, to enjoy the harmony of fragrances and flavors of this land. All the
matchings are made with high quality products and at kilometer zero: extra virgin
olive oil from the farm, a selection of refined Tuscan salami, balsamic vinegar,
aged cheeses, grappa and Vin Santo del Chianti with typical Cantuccini biscuits.
You will combine the tasting with a full lunch for those wishing to discover the
pleasure of the local cuisine. The dishes are prepared only with high quality
products that express the flavors and aromas of the Tuscan tradition.

DINNER AT MAZZARINI FAMILY VINEYARDS
A romantic and suggestive dinner in the cellar of Mazzarini Family Vineyards. You
will enjoy a 4 courses with a wine pairing on a private table surrounded by the
cellar and prestigious wine bottle.

• Day 11

FIRENZE OR SIENA | DESIGN YOUR DAY

A FASHION WALKING TOUR: ARTISAN & BOUTIQUES
Experience a fashion walk through Florence with your own private style expert.
From handmade jewelry to silk scarfs and naturally made perfumes, you can see
beforehand at the artisans’ ateliers how everything is made! Talk to the experts
and learn more about the art behind the products.

VISIT MARKET TOUR & COOKING CLASS IN A FARMHOUSE:
The places you visit and the landscapes and views you see from every angle are
breathtaking. It’s a great change from the usual things you see on holidays. This is
an experience you do not want to miss out on.
This half-day semi private group tour starts with a guided tour of the Mercato
Centrale (Florence’s biggest food market) and is complete with tasting, continue
with a hands-on experience in which you learn to make a four-course lunch in a
stunning Tuscany farmhouse and finalize it with an Italian cooking diploma for
your hard work

SCENIC GOLFING EXPERIENCE:
The Royal Golf La Bagnaia, Siena in Tuscany, offers fans of this sport an 18-hole
course designed over 130 hectares of wooded hills and relaxing landscape.
This prestigious project was designed by renowned golf architect Robert Trent
Jones Jr. whom skillfully created it to blend in with the ancient melody of the
surrounding area. La Bagnaia Resort has risen to the top in Tuscany golfing circles
and offers you one of the most interesting golf courses in Italy.
The Royal Golf La Bagnaia Golf Academy has two highly qualified PGAI
professionals where you can improve your golfing performance and lower your
scores. Premium practice facilities offer exquisite views which are divided into
three areas for training long game, short game, and putting, for golfers who are
looking to improve their game.

• Day 12

VENICE | STREET FOOD TOUR

This culinary tour in Venice is a cultural journey that takes you further than the
food you’ll eat. As you enjoy authentic local bites ranging from savory, sweet as
well as drinks, you’ll also discover the city and its highlights. Wander around the
vibrant San Marco and San Polo districts, and see and taste for yourself, why
these areas mean so much for the locals. Enjoy a selection of 10 food and drink
tastings hand-picked by your foodie local host, just for you.
So, leave your guidebook at home, give Google a rest and follow us – we’ve got
you covered.
Buon appetito!!

• Day 13

VENICE | PRIVATE TOUR BOAT

In a city without cars the Grand Canal has always been the main street of Venice.
Hop aboard this private boat tour to discover the history and gaze upon the
unique architecture that embraces the canals.The only way to truly appreciate the
charm of Venice is by drifting along the Grand Canal. On this private boat tour, get
ready to float through the narrow streams on a unique ride: a water taxi! Explore
Venice in the right way by taking in breathtaking sights from unique perspectives.

• Day 14

DEPART VENICE

Time to say “Arrivederci“. After breakfast, meet your private driver and transfer to
Rome Fiumicino Airport

Tour Terms & Conditions

Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price,) The balance is due 90 days prior to departure.
Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $ 350(per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of 30% of program price. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to loss of 100% of program price.
Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.

* USD per person, double occupancy. Custom designed personal tour. Prices subject to change.

Italian Treasures

14 days overview Italy Grand Tour Rome, Amalfi Coast, Tuscany and Venice

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