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Ultimate Italy
Luxury Gold | 12 Days | Rome to Venice
September - October 2026 Departures
March - October 2027 Departures
Discover Italy in style on this 12-day guided tour that celebrates the country’s timeless beauty, rich culture and world-renowned cuisine. From the pastel-hued villages of the Ligurian Coast to the Renaissance treasures of Florence and the grandeur of Rome, each moment is exquisitely curated. Sail to Capri and admire the dramatic Faraglioni Rocks before indulging in Michelin-starred dining overlooking the Gulf of Naples. In Assisi, view Giotto’s frescoes with a local historian. Join a hands-on cooking class in Tuscany and in Venice, unlock the secrets of the Doge’s Palace during an exclusive after-hours visit. From hilltop villages to iconic cities, this is Italy at its most indulgent, immersive and inspiring.
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Inclusive Services
- Your Travel Concierge: Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organizing transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.
- Local Expert Guides: In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.
- In-Room Porterage:Included at all hotels.
- Taxes & Tipping: Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.
- Meals & Dining: Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.
- Complimentary Room Service: On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.
- Wifi: Enjoy complimentary hotel WiFi. And, on select coaches, onboard WiFi may also be available.
- Airport Transfers:For 2026 departures, transfers are included on the first and final day of your journey, as well as for any additional accommodation booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternative hotels within the same arrival or departure city may also be arranged upon request. From 2027 onwards, transfers will be included when your flights are reserved through Luxury Gold.
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Day 1: Buongiorno Rome
Begin your Italy luxury tour journeying to your luxurious hotel by private chauffeur. Tonight, enjoy the ambience of the Eternal City strolling through cobbled streets before dining on fine Italian cuisine beneath the gaze of the Pantheon.
Day 2: Rome and the Vatican
Explore the Eternal City and Vatican Museums with the guidance of a Local Expert. Admire magnificent frescos and unlock religious history before crossing the Tiber to view the mighty Colosseum and the Roman Forum.
Day 3: Pompeii and the Isle of Capri/Sorrento
At the foot of Mount Vesuvius, your Local Expert paints a vivid picture of the past at the ruins of Pompei. Journey south through dramatic coastal scenery and lemon groves to your luxurious hotel in Capri or Sorrento (date dependent).
Day 4: Explore the Isle of Dreams
For guests staying in Capri, indulge in a Relaxed Start. A private cruise shows off Capri’s dramatic coastline as you wind your way into hidden coves and visit the White Grotto. Enjoy a ride on the historic funicular to admire breathtaking scenery before strolling through the famous Piazzetta. Dine in style at Michelin-starred restaurant Le Monzù.
Day 5: Umbria, Assisi, and Perugia
Journey through vineyards and olive groves discovering Umbria and personalize your day. View the 28 incredible frescos of the Basilica of St. Francis with a local historian. Or, explore the roots of Umbrian cuisine with your local gourmand, tasting regional olive oils, truffle-infused cured meats and exceptional wines during a curated tasting. Tonight, stay in the heart of Perugia’s medieval town.
Day 6: San Gimignano and Tuscany
Discover the medieval Umbrian tradition of loom-weaving as fourth-generation artisan Marta welcomes you into her workshop, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience celebrating heritage and craft. With views over sunlit vineyards, enjoy an elegant tasting of authentic Tuscan cuisine paired with locally sourced wines. Then, meet Gelato World Champion Sergio Dondoli and savor his award-winning, handcrafted flavors.
Day 7: Renaissance Florence
Personalize your morning in Florence with an art or gourmet exploration. Join an art historian to explore Renaissance Florence in the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s David, or explore markets and gourmet stores with a local food expert, illuminating Florentine specialties. Savor regional specialties at dinner tonight, perfectly paired with the renowned Chianti wines of the region.
Day 8: Tuscan Cuisine and Pisa
Savor a Relaxed Start before exploring a former hunting lodge built in the 1200s by the Medici family. Using produce from the estate's vegetable and herb garden, do as the locals do, learning from a professional Italian chef how to roll pasta by hand. Sample the fruits of your labor accompanied by some of the estate's exquisite wines. In Pisa, marvel at the gravity-defying tower, Duomo and baptistery with a Local Historian. Continue on to Rapallo for your stay at a luxurious hotel.
Day 9: Exploring the Cinque Terre
At the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre, join your Local Expert and visit the cliffside towns of Manarola and Monterosso. Here, colorful houses perched upon steep, rugged coastline overlook the sparkling Mediterranean. Indulge in time at leisure in the charming town of Rapallo. Set against a backdrop of azure waters and lush hillsides, with its picturesque harbor, colorful architecture it provides the perfect place to stop and relax.
Day 10: Venice and the Doge's Palace
Cross the fertile plains of the River Po and arrive by water taxi. Cruise the elegant Grand Canal to view the luxurious palaces before sitting back in a classic gondola to ride through the quieter, hidden canals. Step behind the velvet ropes as you enter the Doge's Palace for an after-hours tour guided by a local art historian.
Day 11: The Magic of Venice
Unlock the centuries-old craft of glassblowing on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and then join a Local Expert to explore the hidden lanes of Venice, learning the secrets of its past and present. Delight in a celebratory evening of local delicacies this evening.
Day 12: Arrivederci Venice
Your Italian voyage ends in style, with a private boat ride to Venice’s Marco Polo Airport.
Departure Dates
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Start: September 13, 2026 End: September 24, 2026 Price: $12,450 pp Price My Trip |
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Start: September 20, 2026 End: October 1, 2026 Price: $12,450 pp Price My Trip |
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Start: September 27, 2026 End: October 8, 2026 Price: $11,425 pp Price My Trip |
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Start: October 4, 2026 End: October 15, 2026 Price: $12,450 pp Price My Trip |
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Start: March 28, 2027 End: October 10, 2027 Price: $10,346 pp Price My Trip |
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