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Rome & Florence
Discover the very best of Italy on this tailor-made 9-day Rome and Florence itinerary, designed for travelers seeking a deeper journey through history, art, culture, and authentic Italian experiences. From the grandeur of Ancient Rome to the artistic masterpieces of Renaissance Florence, explore Italy’s most iconic landmarks with expert private guides and VIP experiences. Visit world-famous sites including the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Pantheon, and Florence Cathedral, while also discovering Italy beyond the major cities. Step back in time at Ostia Antica, one of the best-preserved archaeological sites of the Roman Empire, and escape into the rolling hills of Tuscany for boutique wineries, medieval villages, and unforgettable countryside experiences. Combining luxury transportation, private touring, authentic food and wine experiences, and curated local access, this custom Italy vacation offers the perfect balance of iconic highlights and hidden gems.
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Day 1
Upon arrival at Rome Airport, meet your chauffeur in the arrivals lounge for your private transfer to Florence. Enjoy a scenic stop in the hilltop town of Orvieto, known for its medieval charm, artisan boutiques, and excellent Umbrian cuisine. Stroll through its cobbled streets, admire the magnificent cathedral, and enjoy lunch at a traditional trattoria paired with a glass of local Orvieto Classico wine before continuing to Florence.
Day 2
Begin your day at a unique culinary school set inside a beautiful design studio, where Florentine craftsmanship, elegant homeware, and Italian culinary traditions come together. Start with a guided tour of the showroom, meeting local restorers and artisans while exploring a family-run kitchen boutique filled with fine Italian ceramics, linens, and artisan tableware. Continue to the local market with your chef to discover fresh seasonal ingredients before returning to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Prepare a traditional Tuscan meal using authentic techniques, then sit down at an elegantly set table to enjoy your creations paired with fine Italian wine.
Day 3
Step inside one of the world’s most celebrated art museums and admire masterpieces by legendary artists including Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Botticelli with your expert guide at the Uffizi Gallery. Continue across the iconic Ponte Vecchio to discover Florence’s artisan traditions through specialty food stops, etching studios, and handmade jewellery workshops tucked within the historic streets of the Oltrarno. Visit an elegant tea room and salon set inside a noble Florentine palace for a refined high tea experience featuring gourmet petit panini, traditional cantucci biscotti, and your selected tea blend. End your walk with artisanal sweets and a perfectly crafted specialty coffee.
Day 4
Transfer to Rome with a stop at a boutique winery nestled in the foothills of Cortona, an area celebrated for its terroir, often compared to France’s Côte du Rhône. Thanks to the region’s warm climate and mineral-rich soils, Syrah grapes flourish here, producing elegant and expressive wines. Enjoy a guided visit of the estate and cellar before sitting down to a relaxed Tuscan lunch paired with a tasting of the winery’s distinctive labels.
Day 5
PRIVATE TRANSFER TO FLORENCE WITH A STOP IN ORVIETO: Meet your driver in your Hotel Lobby in Rome for a private transfer to Florence. Stop in Orvieto along the way for a walk around the beautiful historical centre, do not miss Orvieto's marvellous Duomo, and have lunch in a local restaurant. Includes: English-speaking chauffeur driver in Mercedes V-Klasse
Day 6
Meet your private chauffeur and expert guide and journey into the heart of Ancient Rome. Visit Circus Maximus and Capitoline Hill before arriving at the Colosseum for exclusive entry through the Gladiator’s Gate, stepping directly onto the arena floor for breathtaking views of the monument and its underground chambers. Continue through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, including access to select “super sites” such as the House of Augustus. Conclude your experience with a Michelin-starred lunch at Aroma overlooking the Colosseum.
Day 7
Journey beyond central Rome to discover Ostia Antica, one of Italy’s most remarkably preserved archaeological sites. Alongside an expert historian, explore the ancient port city where merchants, sailors, and families once shaped everyday Roman life. Wander through preserved streets lined with thermal baths, taverns, markets, and bakeries as your guide brings the city vividly to life through captivating stories, ancient mosaics, and even Roman fast-food counters. Enjoy privileged access to the extraordinary *Case Dipinte* (“Painted Houses”), a rarely visited residential complex featuring beautifully preserved frescoes and intimate living spaces rarely seen by the public. Conclude your experience with lunch at a typical restaurant in the charming seaside town of Ostia.
Day 8
Visit the magnificent Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri, Michelangelo’s extraordinary church built within the ancient Baths of Diocletian. Continue to Palazzo Massimo alle Terme to admire remarkable Roman mosaics, frescoes from the House of Livia, and the celebrated bronze sculpture 'The Boxer at Rest' Afterward, stroll through the charming streets of Monti, passing artisan boutiques and picturesque corners before arriving at Piazza della Madonna dei Monti, a lively square perfect for an aperitivo. Your guide will leave you at a local restaurant for lunch.
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Meet your driver in the hotel lobby for a direct transfer to Rome Airport -
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Alberto planned the perfect trip for my family. They found unique tours and excursions that were interesting to my adult children and even arranged that my elderly mother got a taste of Rome, Tuscany, Venice, and Florence. Alberto even arranged for my mother to visit the hometown where my grand mother grew up. My Mother has not stopped telling everyone back home about her wonderful Italian vacation!
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No, these are not premade packages but examples of customized holidays tailored for previous customers according to their specific preferences. They are intended to showcase the range of possibilities available.
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Customization isn't just available; it's at the heart of what we do. Every vacation we plan is bespoke, designed around the individual needs of our customers. The showcased vacations are examples to inspire and illustrate what your personalized holiday might look like.
Each customized vacation package includes detailed itineraries, guided tours, and unique experiences tailored to your interests. Specific inclusions, such as meals, transportation, and entrance fees, vary based on the personalized package we create together. The quoted price does not include accommodation, we provide two or three hotel recommendations that we have personally visited and endorse. Upon your selection, we will handle the booking process, and you will pay for the room directly.
Our cancellation policy is designed with your flexibility in mind. While specifics can vary depending on the services included in your customized package, we strive to offer the most accommodating terms possible. For detailed information based on your personalized itinerary, please refer to the terms and conditions provided during the booking process.
