10 Days in Rome

• 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

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

• 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

• 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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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."

• Participate in a hands-on cooking class dedicated to Romagna’s garganelli and strozzapreti pastas.
• Taste traditionally made Parmigiano cheese and Balsamic vinegar at a Culinary Arts vocational school.
• Experience the flavors of Trastevere – Rome’s medieval district – during a food tour dinner.
• Let classical music transport you back in time during a concert of Vivaldi’s famous Four Seasons.
• Explore the Po River Delta during a pontoon boat sailing of this UNESCO wetland region.
• Discover the craftsmanship behind the Venetian gondolas during a visit to a local Remèr oar-making workshop.
• Glide under bridges and along canals during a gondola ride in Venice.
• Embark on a walking tour featuring Florence's artistic and architectural gems.
• Discover the long-lost Etruscan civilization during a visit to Chiusi’s Labyrinth of Porsenna.

• Attend the weekly Papal audience in the Vatican City.
• Spend time at the renowned Abbey of Montecassino, founded by St. Benedict.
• Visit the Holy Stairs, believed to be the steps that Christ climbed when he appeared before Pontius Pilate.
• Venture underground to the catacombs of Rome, where early Christians hid and buried their dead.
• Discover the Holy House of Nazareth and the beautiful Madonna of Loreto.
• Join a local expert for a fascinating tour of Assisi.

• 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.

• Tour a family-run farm and learn how they make mozzarella cheese by hand.
• Sample homemade limoncello liqueur at a farm in the Sorrento countryside.
• Enjoy a tasting and lunch at a winery steps away from the archeological site of Pompeii.
• Discover the mountaintop monastery of Montecassino and its role in World War II.
• Visit a pasta factory producing macaroni and spaghetti with traditional techniques.
• Enjoy free time to explore Amalfi, a historic trading hub along its namesake coast.
• Take a walking tour of Classical Rome, featuring an in-depth visit to the legendary Colosseum.
• Visit the seaside resort town of Sorrento.
• Discover the excavated ruins of Pompeii with a local expert.

• Tours designed especially for you and your travel companions
• Tours from $2,000 to $10,000, per person, working within your budget to find the best options for you
• Arranged and designed tours for all aspects or portions of your journey
• Private and small group day tours available
• Travel at your pace
• Explore only the locations and attractions you want to see, when you want to see them
• Attentive planning for special interest activities
• Minimal hotel changes during your stay at first class accommodations
• Multi-country itineraries available

• Visit Rome
• Visit Monopoli
• Enjoy a fun cooking class in a local Masseria
• Discover Alberobello known for its magical Trulli

• Rome - Start and end your journey in the Italian capital, with free time to explore the historic city independently
• Bari - Enjoy a guided tour of the Puglia region's capital city, taking in the Basilica of San Nicola and the central square, Piazza Mercantile
• Trani - Admire the whitewashed 12th-century cathedral and delve into the vibrant Jewish quarter in the city known as the 'Pearl of Puglia'
• Castel del Monte - See this ancient UNESCO-listed fortress, which is octagonal in shape and shrouded in mystery
• Alberobello - Spend two nights in a Trulli, a traditional conical-shaped house made from local Italian limestone
• Matera - Explore the historic centre of the city, Sassi di Matera, which is known for its cave dwellings carved into a river canyon
• Ostuni - Stroll around this pretty whitewashed town independently, see some of the 3,500-year-old olive trees and taste the local olive oil
• Lecce - Join a guided tour of 'Florence of the South' to see the Baroque architecture of the Old Town and Piazza del Duomo main square

• Rome - Join an evening walking tour of the historic Italian capital, taking in highlights including the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain
• Naples - Tuck in to authentic Neapolitan pizza, admire the view over the city from Vomero Hill and enjoy a guided tour of the nearby ruins of Pompeii
• Capri - Discover the famous Blue Grotto sea cave (weather permitting) and enjoy plenty of free time to explore the island at leisure
• Palermo - Explore the capital of Sicily on a guided sightseeing tour and enjoy lots of free time to take in the sights at your pace
• Agrigento - Visit the Valley of the Temples, which is home to an outstanding collection of Greek temples and other ruins, including the iconic Temple of Concordia
• Syracuse - See the historic centre of the city, Ortigia, located on a small island off the coast of Sicily
• Taormina - Take in grumbling Mount Etna, one of Europe's most active volcanoes - conditions permitting, opt for a hike up to the summit

• Rome - Enjoy an evening walking tour to highlights of this historic city, including the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps and the Pantheon
• Florence - Take in the sights of the 'Cradle of the Renaissance', including the beautiful town hall - Palazzo Vecchio
• Bologna - Explore the capital of the Emilia-Romagna region, with free time to sightsee independently
• Venice - Discover St Mark's Square and Basilica, Doge's Palace and the Bridge of Sighs, and enjoy a glass of prosecco in this famous city
• Tuscany - Drive through the picturesque Tuscan wine region and try a glass of local wine over lunch in the town of Montepulciano
• Vatican City - Visit this independent country to see stunning St Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican's fascinating museums
• Naples - Taste authentic pizza and soak up the view from Vomero Hill, then enjoy a guided tour of the Pompeii ruins
• Capri - Sail on a rowboat to the beautiful Blue Grotto and enjoy free time to explore one of Italy's most exclusive destinations

• Rome - 'Skip the line' for a guided tour of the Vatican City, including the iconic Sistine Chapel and the Galleries of Tapestries
• Montalcino - Stroll around this pretty hilltop town and enjoy included wine tasting and light bites at one of the town's finest wine bars
• Siena - See the magnificent Piazza del Campo and other highlights on a guided tour of this walled town
• San Gimignano - Discover the pretty medieval buildings and fortified walls of this UNESCO-listed gem
• Florence - Spend a free afternoon taking in the best of the city's Renaissance-era architecture, including the Duomo & Palazzo Vecchio
• Lucca - Head inside the town's fortified walls for a guided sightseeing tour, taking in the main attractions of the city
• Pisa - Marvel at the iconic Leaning Tower with free time to explore the delightful Piazza dei Miracoli
• La Spezia - Stay for three nights in this pretty Liguria port city, with free time to relax and explore at your own pace
• Cinque Terre - Enjoy an included excursion to some of the colourful coastal villages, one of Italy's most famous attractions
• Portofino - Take a scenic boat ride from Rapallo to Santa Margherita Ligure and glamorous Portofino, an exclusive coastal town

• Try out a gondola ride along the canals in Venice!
• Enjoy a gelato, a Florence creation, as you wander through its stunning streets.
• Toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain to wish for a return visit to Rome, see if the legend is true!
• Explore amazing ruins and buildings as you make your way through Rome, also known as the Eternal City.
• Take a day trip to Pompeii, Capri, or the Amalfi Coast out of the nautical city of Sorrento.