10 Days in Italy

• 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
• 9 Breakfast (B)
• 1 Lunch (L)
• 1 Be My Guest (BMG)
• 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)
• Rome: Be inspired by the magnificence of Michelangelo and da Vinci at the Vatican Museums and enjoy an exclusive visit up the spiral staircase designed by the famous architect Donato Bramante in a part of the Vatican not open to the public.
• Venice: Savour the vibrant atmosphere of Venice during a visit to a traditional food market in the shadow of the famous Rialto Bridge.
• Rome: During an orientation with your Travel Director see the medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches scattered throughout the city.
• Assisi: With a Local Specialist, find out why the Basilica of St. Francis is considered to be one of the crowning artisitic achievements of 13th-century Europe.
• Florence: Join a Local Specialist to view the multi-coloured marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square.
• Florence: See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods, and witness a gold and leatherwork demonstration.
• Pisa: Visit Pisa's Square of Miracles with a Local Specialist. Learn about the history of the iconic Leaning Tower and see the ornate Bapistry and Cathedral.
• Bologna: Join a Local Specialist on an exploration of Bologna. See the medieval squares and red-bricked façades of this historic city.
• Venice: Learn about the history and ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing, playing your role in ensuring the survival of this traditional craft through your visit.
• : VIP Admission to the Vatican Museums
• : Explore Rome, Assisi, Florence, Pisa, Bologna and Venice with a Local Specialist
• : Visit the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, the Villa Barberini Gardens in Castel Gandolfo, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi and a glassblowing factory in Venice
• : Visit the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, the Colosseum, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi and a glassblowing factory in Venice
• : View the Colosseum and Forum in Rome, Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and St. Mark's Basilica in Venice
• : Scenic Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice
• : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
• : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• : All porterage and restaurant gratuities
• : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
• : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
• : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
• : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
• : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
• : Optional Experiences and free time

• Colosseum and Roman Empire walking tour
• Roman aperitif at sunset
• Vatican and Sistine’s Chapel tour
• Florence highlights and Accademia tour
• Siena and Chianti with wine tasting
• Venice highlights with St Mark Basilica
• Romantic gondola ride at sunset

• Montecatini Terme: Join the Callistri family at their borgo in the Hamlet of Limonaia for a delicious Italian Be My Guest dinner, olive oil tasting and leisurely walk through their olive groves and lemon orchards.
• Rome: Gain early access to the Vatican Museums to marvel at the magnificent work of Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel.
• Rome: During an orientation with your Travel Director see the medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches scattered throughout the city.
• Rome: Discover ancient treasures of Rome with a passionate local. See Circus Maximus and the Ancient Forum, and stand beside the Colosseum, which bears witness to the limitless courage of the gladiators.
• Pompeii: Walk with a Local Specialist through the cobbled streets of this ill-fated town, frozen in time since the 1st century.
• Capri: Join a Local Specialist on a walk through elegant Capri to gain insight into the island's local culture and historic landmarks.
• Assisi: With a Local Specialist, find out why the Basilica of St. Francis is considered to be one of the crowning artisitic achievements of 13th-century Europe.
• Modena: Travel through the lush landscape of Emilia-Romagna, past hilltop towns and agricultural lands.
• Pisa: During an orientation, your Travel Director will show you the baptistery, cathedral and the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.
• Florence: Join a Local Specialist to view the multi-coloured marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square.
• Florence: See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods, and witness a gold and leatherwork demonstration.
• San Gimignano: Visit the medieval Manhattan of Italy as you explore the UNESCO-listed centre of San Gimignano and admire the city's distinctive towers.
• Perugia: Meet the Alliance for Artisan Enterprise in Perugia. Discover the history of Italian hand-weaving during a private demonstration, and see how your visit helps preserve this traditional art form.
• Venice: Learn about the history and ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing, playing your role in ensuring the survival of this traditional craft through your visit.
• VIP Admission to the Vatican Museums
• Explore Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Assisi and Florence with a Local Specialist
• Discover Venice, Perugia and San Gimignano
• Visit St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel in Rome, the excavations at Pompeii, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi and a glassblowing factory in Venice
• View the ancient sites of Rome, St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Santa Croce Basilica, the Duomo and the Ponte Vecchio in Florence
• Scenic Cruise to the Isle of Capri and by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice
• Assisi: Built to welcome pilgrims visiting Assisi, Hotel Cenacolo is a fully renovated old Franciscan monastery in nearby Santa Maria degli Angeli.
• Venice: Romantic poet Robert Browning loved this 'gracious country home' and you will too when you stay in this beautiful and eclectic hotel built in the 19th-century on Lido Island.

- Most comprehensive itinerary of Northern and Southern Italy
- Fully escorted
- Private arrival and departure airport transfers
- Free Rome walking tour by night

• Explore baroque heritage in Noto and Ragusa Ibla
• Visit archeological sites in Siracusa, Agrigento and Selinunte
• Cover the island's highlights and best heritage sites in nine days

• Take a day trip to Perugia’s ancient town – Spello. Walk among the decorated facades, winding laneways and cobbled streets and then sample the local wine and regional delicacies at a local enoteca for lunch.
• See some iconic sites like the canals of Venice, the Duomo’s gorgeous exterior in Florence and the endless sights in Rome. Find out why these cities are loved by so many and enjoy plenty of free time to make your own discoveries.
• Eat your way through this foodie’s paradise with a cicchetti (small bites) tour in Venice, a pesto-making class in Cinque Terre and a local leader to point out all the best spots for espresso, gelato, wine and pasta.
• A series of walking paths connect the pastel villages of Monterosso, Corniglia and Riomaggiore in Cinque Terre. Explore this amazing region on foot with a group hike (and make sure you bring your camera).
• Support the local community with a farewell dinner in Trastevere – a gorgeous area in Rome popular for its summer dining and aperitif culture – at a local cooperative that employs people living with disabilities and provides hospitality training.
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Intrepid Foundation partner, Cooperativa Coraggio. Donations help them regenerate 22 hectares of unused public land to create local jobs and produce organic food in Italy. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.

• Visit a historic winery in the heart of the Chianti region.
• Enjoy a chef-led cooking class with lunch in a historic castle.
• Dine on regional delicacies and fine Italian wines.
• Enjoy a boat trip to Murano Island for a glass-blowing demonstration.
• Explore Cortona, the postcard-worthy village that serves as the setting for Under the Tuscan Sun.
• Step to the front of the line to see Michelangelo’s famous statue of David.
• Behold medieval Assisi, the hometown of St. Francis.
• Enjoy a scenic journey through Tuscany’s graceful low-lying hills.
• Set out on a locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica.

• Cooking Class at a Local’s Home
• Exploring 3 of Southern Italy’s Prettiest Towns
• Swimming in Clear Water Alongside a White Cliff
• Boat Rides to Exotic Islands Just Off the Coast of Sicily
• Hiking Around a Mighty Volcano
• Structures Designed by Greeks Thousands of Years Ago
• Rich Culture
• Delicious Food
• And Much, Much More…

• Visit a historic winery in the heart of the Chianti region.
• Enjoy a chef-led cooking class with lunch in a historic castle.
• Dine on regional delicacies and fine Italian wines.
• Enjoy a boat trip to Murano Island for a glass-blowing demonstration.
• Explore Cortona, the postcard-worthy village that serves as the setting for Under the Tuscan Sun.
• Step to the front of the line to see Michelangelo’s famous statue of David.
• Behold medieval Assisi, the hometown of St. Francis.
• Enjoy a scenic journey through Tuscany’s graceful low-lying hills.
• Set out on a locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica.

• Beautiful, unspoilt, coastlines; charming fishing villages; rich fertile valleys
• Inspector Montalbano country - visit the haunts of the famous TV detective
• Authentic Baroque architecture and UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• Superb regional food and excellent Nero D'Avola wines

• Experience a home-cooked meal in one of Umbria's country homes.
• Sample pecorino sheep-milk cheese at a local farm in the Orcia Valley.
• Savor the famous Brunello red wine during a musical tasting at a winery in Montalcino.
• Behold the unique water-filled piazza in the village of Bagno Vignoni.
• Enjoy 3 nights in a restored Tuscan villa.
• Hunt for truffles with a local expert and his truffle-sniffing dogs.
• Surround yourself in the mystery of the Etruscan hill town of Spoleto.
• Explore historic Siena and see the famous piazza of the Palio Horse Race.
• Discover Florence, the "Cradle of the Renaissance."

• History, Life & Food in Bologna
• Discover Parma with Parma ham and cheese tasting experience at local factory
• The Ferrari experience at the Italian Motor Valley with sparkling wine tasting experience
• Ferrara Excursion with Lambrusco tasting experience
• Ravenna and the Valley of Comacchio private excursion
• Discover Modena with Acetaia visit and balsamic vinegar tasting experience
• Food market and Private Cooking Class experience in Bologna

• A relaxed paced tour of Italy
• Explore the cities as well as the country and lakes
• Explore Italy’s cities as well as the country
• Days spent in Rome, where your upgraded accommodations are in the heart of the attractions, shopping & dining.
• Days spent in Florence to explore all of its cultures.
• Visit Pisa’s many interesting sites, including architectural, culinary and retail discoveries.
• Limited tour group size
• Upscale accommodations
• Accessible transport during tour

• Journey by boat to Isola dei Pescatori for a lovely welcome dinner.
• Taste authentic Italian gelato from an award-winning ice cream parlor in San Gimignano.
• Learn the art behind Tuscan cuisine during a hands-on cooking lesson.
• Explore Lake Orta, one of Italy’s hidden treasures.
• Discover colorful Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Explore the marble quarries of Carrara aboard off-road vehicles.
• Spend two nights in romantic Venice.
• Immerse yourself in Florence’s countless treasures on a guided tour of the city.
• Uncover the prismatic landscape of the Tuscan countryside.

• Enjoy our Venice Wine tour.
• Visit of the amazing islands of Murano and Burano
• Visit the Council of 500, made famous by Dan Brown and Michelangelo
• Explore this photogenic neighbourhood by night.
• You’ll experience the very heart of Ancient Rome: the Roman Forum

• Visit the beautiful town of Matera
• Enjoy Wine Tasting in the Monte Volture Area
• Visit Dolomiti Lucane
• Visit Splendid Barique Town

• Gentle, easy-paced cycling through wonderfully scenic countryside - vines, lush forests, sun-soaked hamlets
• Rich natural beauty: magical lakes and cobalt blue Adriatic Sea
• Mediaeval villages, Renaissance towns, Venetian squares, historic hilltop castles
• Rolling river valleys, dramatic limestone peaks, sweeping 360° views
• UNESCO-listed Aquileia - immense early Roman Empire site

• Stroll through the flourishing countryside of the Amalfi Coast and pick lemons straight from the tree.
• Join the sophisticates of Puglia with a glass of Moscato di Trani and drink to Trani’s Adriatic beauty at a harbour-side bar.
• Explore the otherworldly Sassi of Matera – stone houses formed from natural grottoes and tufo cliffs overlooking a dramatic gorge.
• End this Italian adventure sipping limoncello in the tangled streets of Bari’s Old Town.