Ultimate Italy

What's Included

• Meals

  Meals are included as detailed in the itinerary.

• Additional Services

  Personal radio headsets are provided for freedom during visits to famous highlights, and complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi is available where possible.

• Airport Transfers at Destination

  Complimentary airport transfers are included on start and end dates and when additional accommodation has been booked through Luxury Gold.

• Fully Guided

  You will be escorted by a Travelling Concierge, serving as your expert guide and organizer.

• Local Expert Guides

  In select destinations, Local Expert Guides will provide deeper insights into your journey.

• Hotel Taxes and Tips

  Hotel taxes, porterage, and tips for included dining experiences are covered.

• Transfers

  Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold.

• Curated Experiences

  Exclusive experiences such as entering the Vatican Museums and the Doge's Palace for an after-hours tour are included.

What's Not Included

International Travel

International travel to and from the destination is not included.

Dining Summary

• 5 Dinner (D)
• 11 Breakfast (B)
• 3 Lunch (L)

Additional Included Highlights

• Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.
• In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.  ?
• Included at all hotels.
• Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.
• Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.
• On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.?
• Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available.
• Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.

Curated 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.
• 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.

Magnificent Stays

• Capri: In the heart of Capri, Quisisana Hotel is in prime position for exploring the Isle of Capri. Rooms are designed with effortless Mediterranean elegance, matching perfectly with the idyllic backdrop of lush greenery and turquoise water.

Passport Moments

• Rome: Every side street has something to offer, as you’ll see on a guided exploration of the hidden sites of Rome with your knowledgeable Local Expert. Discover more culture and art in this living masterpiece.
• Pompeii: Walk with a Local Expert through the cobbled streets of this ill-fated town, frozen in time since the 1st century, when a volcanic eruption engulfed the streets. Hear more about the lavish lives the locals lived and visit well-preserved ruins of baths and local shops.
• Capri: Arrive in style for your overnight stay as the jet-set do, travelling to your luxurious Capri hotel by open-top taxi. Don’t forget your headscarf or hat and sunglasses so passersby can speculate about the visiting VIP.
• Capri: Embark on a private cruise that takes you around the dramatic coast of Capri to seek out hidden coves and grottos that few get to see. The White Grotto is a dazzling sight with the stalactites that dangle over its entrance.
• San Gimignano: Visit this small hillside city and find out why it's called the 'medieval Manhattan of Italy'. Enter the exquisite Porta San Giovanni, the main city gate, that has stood the test of time since the 13th century. Explore well-preserved streets and beautiful ceramic stores.
• Pisa: Accompanied by your Local Expert, marvel at the gravity-defying Leaning Tower of Pisa and see the Duomo and baptistery.
• Cinque Terre: Experience some of the most awe-inspiring coastal scenery on earth at the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre. Join your Local Expert and discover charming Manarola, a picturesque ?shing village, before travelling by train to the historic and colourful resort town of Rapallo.
• Venice: Take a private water taxi along the Grand Canal to make an elegant arrival at your luxurious hotel, which sits right by the water’s edge. Soak up the romance of this enchanting city as you experience a relaxing journey on the water.
• Venice: Enjoy a private cruise of Venice's Grand Canal, admire historical palaces, eastern architecture and daily Venetian life from your private water taxi cruising through the most famous of Venice's canals.
• Venice: Let yourself be swept away by romance with a ride on a traditional gondola through the canals of Venice. See hidden corners of the city and soak up the atmosphere while being serenaded by your gondolier.
• Venice: Join your Local Expert for an enriching exploration of the many wondrous secrets of Venice. Get an insider's perspective on what it is like to live in this unique city.

Personalise your day

• Assisi: Join a Local Expert for a guided visit to the imposing Basilica of St. Francis.
• Assisi: Treat your palate as you sample Umbrian specialties at an exclusive tasting experience. Sample fine wines, olive oil, local cheese, and truffle infused delicacies.
• Florence: Join an art historian to immerse yourself in Renaissance Florence. Visit the Accademia Museum and marvel at the statue of David, a Michelangelo masterpiece. See the impressive trio of the Duomo, Bell Tower and Baptistery before arriving to Piazza della Signoria, traditionally the political heart of the city.
• Florence: Join a local foodie and get to know Florence one bite at a time on your walking tour. Learn about Florentine specialities and sample a selection of gourmet highlights.
• Venice: Join a Local Expert to uncover the secrets of Hidden Venice. Wander through its peaceful streets and gain insight into what it is really like to live in this unique city.
• Venice: Join a Local Expert to explore the Jewish Ghetto, one of the world’s oldest Jewish quarters, steeped in history. It stands as a testament to resilience, community, and heritage, offering a glimpse into the lives of its past inhabitants. Wander through its narrow streets and discover the enduring legacy of this unique Venetian neighborhood.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with private chauffeurs, water taxis, and luxury coaches, ensuring seamless transfers between destinations. Enjoy complimentary airport and train station transfers, and experience the romance of Venice with a private boat ride to Marco Polo Airport.

Accommodation

Experience luxury at its finest with stays at the NH Collection Roma Palazzo Cinquecento, Quisisana Hotel, Hotel Sorrento Palace, Brufani, Hotel Montebello Splendid, and Excelsior Palace Hotel, offering elegant rooms and prime locations for exploring Italy's iconic destinations.