Benvenuti in Italia! Welcome to Italy... let's get acquainted. We will start with a walking tour in the historic center to see many of the famous monuments, squares, and sites of this Caput Mundi. 

Later in the evening we will have a relaxing dinner in a typical Roman trattoria. We'll do the full dining experience, from antipasti, to traditional Roman pasta dishes, to the main course, and (obviously) accompanied by local wine from the nearby Castelli Romani.

Included meals: dinner

This day starts with a tour of the Colosseum. We will learn what it was like to be a gladiator in ancient Rome. Later, we will walk through the Forums, the hub of the ancient city, to get a feel for the every day life of a Roman.

After a great lunch, you will have a few options. Either join us to visit a few hand-selected locations around Rome, or take off on your own to explore this endlessly appealing city. We can offer other suggestions, as well, including some of the more hidden gems of the Eternal City.

Included meals: breakfast, lunch

First we'll start with a visit to The Vatican Museums, including the heart-stopping finale: the Sistine Chapel with its famous frescoes by Michelangelo. Immediately after, we will go inside the world's largest cathedral, Saint Peter's Basilica. 

Then we're almost ready to get on the road towards the Amalfi Coast. But along the way we'll make a stop in a hilltown of the Castelli Romani, just outside of Rome, for a wonderful lunch at a typical restaurant, followed by a lovely passeggiata through the village.

Then we will arrive in Sorrento and check into our hotel. Dinner will be a real treat at a restaurant that specializes in seafood (other options available).

Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

The Maritime Republic of Amalfi, along with Venice, Genoa, and Pisa, were the naval powers of Italy, controlling trade in the Mediterranean. The modern day town still gives us a glimpse back at this proud tradition. 

You will have some free time to wander the historic streets, and browse at quaint shops selling local artisan crafts, before meeting back up for a wonderful group lunch.

On our way back to Sorrento, we will stop in the picturesque seaside resort town of Positano, where will have plenty of time to explore and shop before settling in for a wonderful beach-view restaurant for dinner. 

Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

We're back at our home base, where you can sleep in a bit, have a wonderful cappuccino at the hotel, and then head out to stroll the little cobblestone alleyways, in search of treasures. Hopefully by now you're fully channeling your inner Italian, enjoying every small moment of pleasure. 

After lunch, we'll visit a limoncello shop to sample this local digestive in all its colors and flavors. Then we'll head to an olive oil mill, where they still press the fruit the old fashioned way, producing the best olive oil you can find anywhere.

Finally, we'll go to cooking school where we'll "work" for our dinner, then enjoy the fruits of our labors.

Included meals: breakfast, dinner

Ah, Capri! Now this is really the height of Mediterranean bliss. At once a humble fishing village, and at the same time the most chic destination in all of Italy. There are also Roman ruins to see, and some outstanding dining options. You'll have some free time to explore.

We will take the funicular in Anacapri to the top of a mountain for the best view on the entire Amalfi Coast.

For dinner, let's have a pizza! But this is not the pizza you've had back home. This is the birthplace of the famous dish, and you'll get to enjoy it in its original magnificence!

Included meals: breakfast, dinner

Did you know that the best Mozzarella is made from buffalo milk? Of course you did, but today we will actually meet these gentle creatures and sample their coveted products.

Next, we'll stop at Paestum to see some wonderfully preserved ruins left behind by the original Greek settlers to the area.

And no visit to Italy would be complete without a good wine tasting. We'll stop at a local winery and learn from the producer what makes this region so conducive to fine wines.

Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner 

Trembling beneath the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, the Roman outpost of Pompeii was buried under hot ash from a violent eruption in 79 A.D. Left behind was the largely intact remains of a small city, well-preserved by the lava, and excavated for us to witness. 

After our visit, we're on our way back to Rome, where we'll check into our hotel, relax, and then meet up later for a final celebratory feast, Roman style. Let's keep this going as long as possible!

Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Oh, no. Well, we knew it had to end sooner or later. But you'll wake up in your wonderful hotel and have one more fabulous Italian breakfast before packing your bags to check out. 

Depending on the time of your flight, you might still have part of the day to explore a little more. We're happy to make some suggestions, or even accompany you, as time allows.

There is also the option to add on a quick trip Florence or a small Tuscan village if you like. Contact us for details.

Included meals: breakfast only