Your Small Group Discovery Begins!
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
A Little Romance
Join your group for an informative orientation tour to get to know the Eternal City with striking views of its legendary landmarks. Work up an appetite for a food tour of romantic Roma! (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHTSMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Time stands still with a small group walk through the Eternal City. Join your personal Local Guide to be amazed by the monumental, artistic, and religious buildings of Rome. Along the way, stop in three local venues that are perfect for small groups to taste local specialties.
Small Pleasures in Perugia
Enjoy an intimate walking tour to explore the sights of the ancient hilltop town of Narni. Next, visit a local frantoio farm for a special olive-oil tasting and light lunch in the 14th-century city of Perugia—one of the most beautiful and beloved villages in Italy. (B,L) TOUR HIGHLIGHTOLIVE YOU, ITALY! For generations, the same family has cared for hectares of fertile ground in the green hearth of Umbria. Take in the scent and the color of the excellent olive oil in this timeless mill as the family shares their history of cultivating Frantoio olives to achieve the authentic characteristic of its delicious flavor.
Sweet Expectations
Enjoy the sweet experience of a guided walking tour, including an exclusive chocolate-tasting experience in Perugia. Keep the samples coming with a savory Pecorino cheese-tasting in Pienza. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTCHOCOLATE IS LIFE The town of Perugia is widely known for its love affair with chocolate. Every year, this beautiful capital of Umbria hosts the annual Eurochocolate festival when chocolate enthusiasts from around the world gather and indulge in chocolate tastings and special events. ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHTSMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Settle in with your small group to enjoy two nights in the serenity of The Relais Chiostro di Pienza hotel. This former 13th-century Monastery of St. Francis combines austere elegance with Tuscan luxury in the center of the historic hamlet of Pienza.
A Toast to Tuscany
Visit the small village of Bagni Vignoni in the Val D’Orcia region of Tuscany, renowned for its unique thermal baths which have been used since Roman times. [LF] Join your small group for a unique wine tasting in the Montepulciano region. (B)LOCAL FAVORITENEW TRADITIONS A big advantage of small groups becomes clear when enjoying unique experiences like a visit to a sustainable and organic winery in the heart of Montepulciano region. Learn about local winemaking traditions that produce exceptional wines while caring for the environment and preserving the local ecosystem.
Secret Recipes
Stop this morning in Monteriggioni and enjoy some free time to explore this medieval gem. En-route to San Gimignano visit a local farm for a private cooking class, followed by lunch. In San Gimignano, join your group for an enlightening orientation walking tour. (B,L) TOUR HIGHLIGHTTABLE MANNERS Roll up your sleeves with a personal, professional chef to learn the techniques of preparing an authentic Tuscan meal. Master the secret methods of creating your own mouthwatering dishes using fresh, seasonal, and organic ingredients.
Fashionably Great
Take a guided walking tour through the historic center of Florence to admire the elegant piazzas and monuments. Visit the Ferragamo Museum in Palazzo Spini Feroni, dedicated to the famous fashion designer and his collections, before celebrating in style with a typical Italian aperitif at a renowned local caffè. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTSMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Those lucky enough to visit the Tuscan capital are witness to some of the world’s most magnificent art and architecture. Follow your Local Guide through a maze of must-see sights and legendary landmarks. Discover more about one of Italy’s great fashion designers, Salvatore Ferragamo, with a captivating visit to the Ferragamo Museum. Then mix with the locals as you relax and enjoy an aperitif. Cincin!
Via Venezia
Travel to Venice via high-speed train. Later, grab your favorite few for a private Gondola ride followed by a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT MOORS & OARS Enjoy the quintessential Venetian experience with a Gondola ride on the iconic canals. Glide through the narrow waterways with the expert of your gondolier who effortlessly steers with just a single oar—while possibly offering a serenade or two. Get a new perspective of the city sights, architecture, picturesque bridges, and bustling waterfronts from the comfort of your private water taxi. Mamma mia!
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
