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- Day 1 ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY Your Small Group Discovery Begins! At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
- Day 2 ROME A Little Romance Join your group for an informative orientation tour to get to know the Eternal City with striking views of its legendary landmarks. Work up an appetite for a food tour of romantic Roma! (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHTTime stands still with a small group walk through the Eternal City. Join your personal Local Guide to be amazed by the monumental, artistic, and religious buildings of Rome. Along the way, stop in three local venues that are perfect for small groups to taste local specialties.
- Day 3 ROME-NARNI-PERUGIA Small Pleasures in Perugia Enjoy an intimate walking tour to explore the sights of the ancient hilltop town of Narni. Next, visit a local frantoio farm for a special olive-oil tasting and light lunch in the 14th-century city of Perugia--one of the most beautiful and beloved villages in Italy. (B,L) TOUR HIGHLIGHTFor generations, the same family has cared for hectares of fertile ground in the green heart of Umbria. Take in the scent and the color of the excellent olive oil in this timeless mill as the family shares their history of cultivating frantoio olives to achieve the authentic characteristic of its delicious flavor.
- Day 4 PERUGIA-RADDA IN CHIANTI Sweet Expectations Enjoy the sweet experience of a guided walking tour, including an exclusive chocolate-tasting experience in Perugia. [LF] Later, join your small group for a unique wine tasting in the Montepulciano region. (B)LOCAL FAVORITEA big advantage of small groups becomes clear when enjoying unique experiences like a visit to a sustainable and organic winery in the heart of the Montepulciano region. Learn about local winemaking traditions that produce exceptional wines while caring for the environment and preserving the local ecosystem.
- Day 5 RADDA IN CHIANTI: EXCURSION TO CORTONA A Toast to Tuscany Visit the stunning medieval town of Cortona, a true Tuscan gem in the Val di Chiana, and the real-life location of Frances Mayes' "Under the Tuscan Sun". Later, savor a Pecorino cheese tasting experience. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTPecorino cheese is a staple of Tuscan cuisine, valued for its versatility and delicate, slightly nutty flavor. Made from sheep's milk, it is enjoyed both fresh and aged, appearing in antipasti, salads, pasta dishes, and traditional soups. Often paired with honey or ripe pear, it reflects Tuscany's love of simple ingredients and authentic flavors.
- Day 6 RADDA IN CHIANTI-MONTERIGGIONI-SAN GIMIGNANO-FLORENCE Secret Recipes Stop this morning in Monteriggioni and enjoy some free time to explore this medieval gem. En route to San Gimignano. visit a local farm for a private cooking class, followed by lunch. In San Gimignano, join your group for an enlightening orientation walking tour. (B,L)TOUR HIGHLIGHTRoll up your sleeves with a personal, professional chef to learn the techniques of preparing an authentic Tuscan meal. Master the secret methods of creating your own mouthwatering dishes using fresh, seasonal, and organic ingredients.
- Day 7 FLORENCE Fashionably Great Take a guided walking tour through the historic center of to admire the elegant piazzas and monuments. Visit the Ferragamo Museum in Palazzo Spini Feroni, dedicated to the famous fashion designer and his collections, before celebrating in style with a typical Italian aperitif at a renowned local caffè. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTThose lucky enough to visit the Tuscan capital are witness to some of the world's most magnificent art and architecture. Follow your Local Guide through a maze of must-see sights and legendary landmarks. Discover more about one of Italy's great fashion designers, Salvatore Ferragamo, with a captivating visit to the Ferragamo Museum. Then mix with the locals as you relax and enjoy an aperitif. Cincin!
- Day 8 FLORENCE-VENICE Via Venezia Travel to Venice via high-speed train. Later, grab your favorite few for a private gondola ride followed by a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT Enjoy the quintessential Venetian experience with a gondola ride on the iconic canals. Glide through the narrow waterways with the expertise of your gondolier who effortlessly steers with just a single oar. Get a new perspective of the city sights, architecture, picturesque bridges, and bustling waterfronts from the comfort of your private water taxi. Mamma mia!
- Day 9 VENICE Safe travels until we meet again! Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Name: Enchanting Italy
Brand: Globus
Quality: First Class
Tour Type: Escorted
Start City: Rome
End City: Venice
Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners
