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La Dolce Vita – Best of all worlds: Hearty Food, History, and Art. However you define the sweet life, Italy satiates the appetite. Feed your passion for authentic cuisine, which varies by region, and feast your eyes on Roman ruins and art by masters Michelangelo and Leonardo Da Vinci in museums around the country. Even the landscape – from the Amalfi Coast to the dramatic Dolomites, postcard perfect Tuscan hills, Venetian canals, and mirror-like Lake Garda and Lake Como – conspires to suit all tastes.

The creator made italy from designs by michelangelo!

~ Mark Twain

italy highlights

Below are top experiences that can feature in your bespoke itinerary. But keep in mind that yours will be tailored, and personalized to your exact preferences.

• Get lost in the dazzling labyrinths of Venice
• Explore the striking ruins of Pompeii
• Toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain
• Uncover the ancients stories of Rome
• Become a gladiator for the day
• Take a ride in a vintage Vespa
• Wake up early to see the glow of Lake Como at sunrise
• Enjoy winery visits and tastings
• Savour culinary tours of Italian cities
• Olive harvesting and pressing your own oil
• Learning from top sommeliers in Italy
• Truffle hunting
• Cooking hand-made pasta

Italy

when to GO

 APRIL TO OCTOBER

time frame

1 to 2 weeks

FLIGHTS

Rome


CURRENCY

EURO

languages

Italian


top locations in italy

amalfi CoastDOLOMITES | Italian Riviera | Milan & Lake como | PugliaRome

Tuscany & FLORENCE | Umbria | venice

Amalfi Coast, Italy

AMALFI COAST  

When it’s time for a break from Italy’s art museums, Roman ruins, and churches, sunseekers flock to the Amalfi Coast, a collection of small towns and villages, including the hilltop town of Positano, Amalfi and Ravello – each with it’s own unique character and appeal. From the quintessential village of Positano, to the fragrant hilltop gardens of Ravello. Here, you’ll find sandy beaches, the scent of lemon hangs in the air, and pastel fishing villages cling to hillsides, strung along a rugged coastline of limestone cliffs and spectacular views. Read More >

THE DOLOMITES

“Once known as the Pale Mountains, the dramatic dolomite rock formations crowning the top of Italy seem to erupt skyward from the region’s verdant alpine meadows”.  The Dolomites is one of the most beautiful – and under the radar – places in Italy to book your next vacation to. Read More >

Cinque Terre - Italy

ITALIAN RIVIERA

The Italian Riviera, or Ligurian Riviera, is the narrow crescent-shaped coastal strip of Mediterranean coastline straddling between the South of France and Tuscany. It’s eastern half, the Riviera de Levante, is defined by its rugged cliffs, turquoise coves and pastel seaside townw, including the colorful Cinque Terre fishing villages, as well as stylish resort areas such as Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure.

 

Lake Como

NORTHERN ITALY: MILAN & LAKE COMO

Milan is one of the largest cities in Italy and is renowned for its culture, history and its plethora of high-end designer shopping outlets. Lake Como’s appeal is a timeless one. Located in the north of Italy, near Milan, this natural paradise has been a popular destination since the time of the ancient Romans. Lake Como travel means exploring medieval remnants in stone villages like Bellagio and Varenna; it also means a look at opulent villas on lakeside estates, rolling vineyards, olive trees, wisteria vines and Alpine peaks are the cherry on top. Read More >

Puglia, Italy. Bespoke Family Travel.

PUGLIA

Puglia, a southern region forming the heel of Italy’s “boot,” is known for its whitewashed hill towns, centuries-old farmland and hundreds of kilometers of Mediterranean coastline. Capital Bari is a vibrant port and university town, while Lecce is known as “Florence of the South” for its baroque architecture. Alberobello and the Itria Valley are home to “trulli,” stone huts with distinctive conical roofs. Read More >

rome, italy

ROME

The Colosseum. The Forum. The Senate. Rome is the Eternal City, with unmatched history, culture – and food. Visit the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, and the manicured Villa Borghese park overlooking the city. Admire Michelangelo’s work at the Sistine Chapel and the spectacular St. Peter’s Basilica. You’ll never tire of this lively, chaotic, beautiful city. 

 

Luxury Villas Tuscany

TUSCANY AND FLORENCE

It could be said that no other province has had more impact on Italian—and European— culture than Tuscany. With its wine-soaked villages, art-rich cities, swathes of olive groves and truffle fields, and modern-fashion powerhouses (Gucci and Ferragamo, to name a few), Tuscany epitomizes la vera Italia. Travel to Tuscany to walk in the footsteps of history, and let us show you the way. Read More >

 

Palazzo Seneca, Norcia, Umbria, Italy.

UMBRIA

A few years ago, Umbria was known, if at all, as Tuscany’s less alluring sister. Not any more: these days Italy’s “green heart” is every bit as celebrated as its more famous neighbour. The reasons are simple: the region has all Tuscany’s attributes – and a few more. It’s hard to put your finger on what sets Umbria apart – some quality to the light, a haze to the hills, a certain gentleness to landscape – but once you’ve visited you’ll understand, and wonder how this beautiful region ever languished in its neighbour’s shadow. Read More >

 

Belmond Hotel Cipriani, Venice Italy -

VENICE

Whether you’ve been to Venezia two or 20 times, there’s always something new to discover, in the romance capital of the world. Getting lost in the city’s labyrinthine network of islands, bridges, cobblestone alleys, and canals – is half the fun! Spend the afternoon wandering from palace to piazza, exploring the small art museums, shopping the stalls that line the streets, visiting the lively fish market, or drift along the canals by gondola at night. Read More >