Destination
Venice, the Dolomites, Milan & Lake Como
Duration
10 Nights
11 Days
Hotel Category
4★ Hotels
5★ Hotels
Journey Introduction
This extraordinary journey is a true celebration of Italian excellence, where iconic landscapes, centuries-old culture, and culinary heritage blend into an exclusive itinerary designed for refined and discerning travelers.
From the Renaissance grandeur of Florence to the rolling vineyards of Chianti and Val d’Orcia, from the dramatic cliffs of the Cinque Terre to the heart of Emilia-Romagna’s renowned “Food Valley,” each destination has been carefully selected to deliver private, immersive, and deeply authentic experiences.
This is not merely a culinary tour — it is a sensory voyage through Italy’s finest expressions of taste and tradition. Prestigious winery tastings, truffle hunting in Tuscany, hands-on cooking experiences with local chefs, visits to historic Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma producers, and private boat excursions along the Ligurian coast all combine into a seamless luxury experience.
A journey that harmoniously blends culture, gastronomy, and the Italian lifestyle, offering elegance, authenticity, and uncompromising comfort throughout.
Day 1
Welcome to Italy: From Your Arrival in Rome to the Renaissance Elegance of Florence
Private Executive Transfer from Rome FCO to Florence
Arrival and Check-in at Selected 4* Hotel in the Historic Center of Florence (Hotel Santa Maria Novella 4* or Similar)
Time at Leisure in Florence
Day 2
Renaissance Florence & Culinary Excellence: Masterpieces, Heritage and Gourmet Traditions
Private Guided Tour of Florence’s Historic Center
Private Visit to the Accademia Gallery with Priority Access
Exclusive Gourmet Street Food Experience in Florence
Leisure Time for Luxury Shopping & Artisan Discoveries
Day 3
Tuscan Treasures: Siena, Truffle Hunting & Chianti Wine Estate Experience
Siena: Private Guided Tour of the Medieval Heart
Truffle Hunting in the Chianti Woods with Local Expert
Chianti Wine Estate: Visit & Tasting
Tuscan Cooking Class with Lunch
Day 4
Iconic Val d’Orcia: Brunello, Pecorino & Vino Nobile in a Timeless Landscape
Private Truffle Hunting Experience with Local Expert
Montalcino & Brunello: Visit to a Top Winery with Premium Tasting
Pienza: Historic Farmhouse Experience with Pecorino Tasting & Traditional Lunch
Montepulciano: Village Stroll & Vino Nobile Tasting in a Historic Cellar
Day 5
From Marble Quarries to the Ligurian Sea: Carrara, Colonnata & Exclusive Arrival in Portovenere
Private Transfer from Florence to the Ligurian Riviera
Carrara: Exclusive Visit to the Marble Quarries of the Apuan Alps
Colonnata: Traditional Lardo IGP Experience with Tasting in a Historic Larderia
Arrival in Portovenere & Check-in at Seaside Hotel (Grand Hotel Portovenere or Similar)
Day 6
Cinque Terre by Sea: Private Yacht Experience Among Iconic Villages & Riviera Flavors
Full-Day Private Boat Cruise Along the Cinque Terre
Stop in Riomaggiore & Manarola: Exploring the Vertical Villages
Seaside Lunch in Vernazza at a Traditional Restaurant
Monterosso al Mare & Private Return to the Hotel
Day 7
Riviera Lifestyle: The Art of Pesto in Rapallo & Timeless Elegance in Portofino
Gourmet Cooking Class in Rapallo: Handmade Trofie & Authentic Pesto
Portofino: Elegant Stroll Through the Harbor, Boutiques & Panoramic Views
Seaside Artisanal Gelato Break
Return to the Hotel
Day 8
From the Ligurian Riviera to Italy’s Food Valley: Prosciutto di Parma & Parmigiano Reggiano Excellence
Private Transfer from Portovenere to Parma
Parmigiano Reggiano DOP: Visit to a Historic Dairy & Technical Tasting
Prosciutto di Parma DOP: Visit to a Ham Producer with Tasting Lunch
Arrival in Parma & Check-in at Selected 4* Hotel
Day 9
Modena & Bologna: Balsamic Heritage, Lambrusco Excellence & Emilian Culinary Icons
Traditional Balsamic Vinegar DOP: Private Visit to a Historic Acetaia
Lambrusco Wine Tasting at a Selected Winery
Lunch at a Historic Restaurant Featuring Iconic Emilian Recipes (Tortellini and Lasagna)
Bologna: Historic Center Visit & Shopping Under the UNESCO Porticoes
Day 10
Lakeside Dolce Vita: Leisure and Elegance on Lake Como
Parma at Leisure: Art, Boutiques & Gourmet Discoveries
Farewell Dinner at Historic Restaurant “Cocchi”
Day 11
From Emilia’s Culinary Heart to the Sophisticated Capital of Style: Arrival in Milan
Private Transfer from Parma to Milan
Panoramic Introduction to Milan & Guided Walking Tour of the Historic Center
Exclusive Milanese Aperitivo at a Private Club
Gourmet Dinner Featuring Traditional Milanese Specialties (Risotto alla Milanese & More)
Arrival & Check-in at Selected Hotel
Day 12
Departure from Italy: Private Transfer to Milan Malpensa or Bologna Airport
Private Transfer to International Airport
Transfer in a Premium Executive Vehicle to:
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) or Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Photo gallery experience
TOUR FEATURES
First-class 4★ boutique and historic hotels for 11 nights
Accommodation:
Deluxe / Superior Room Category
Included meals:
Daily buffet breakfasts
2 Lunches
1 Dinner
Florence Gourmet Street Food Experience
Selected luxury hotels throughout your journey
4 Nights – Florence – Hotel Santa Maria Novella — 4★ Boutique Hotel or similar
3 Nights – Portovenere – Grand Hotel Portovenere — 4★ Seafront Historic Hotel or similar
3 Nights – Parma – Hotel Palazzo Dalla Rosa Prati — 4★ Historic Residence or similar
1 Nights – Milan – UNA Hotel Cusani Milan — 4★ or similar
Wine Estate Experiences
Chianti Classico Wine Estate Visit & Tasting
Brunello di Montalcino Premium Winery Visit & Tasting
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Tasting in Historic Cellar
Lambrusco Wine Tasting at Selected Winery
Culinary & Gastronomic experiences
Prosecco Wine Estate Experience – Guided Visit, Wine Tasting & Light Lunch
Venetian Bacaro Experience – Cicchetti & Spritz Food Tour
Traditional Italian Gourmet Dinner Experience in Milan
Artisan Producer Experiences
Parmigiano Reggiano DOP Dairy Visit & Guided Technical Tasting
Prosciutto di Parma DOP Production Visit & Tasting
Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP Experience
Colonnata Lardo IGP Traditional Tasting
Hands-On Culinary Experiences
Tuscan Cooking Class Experience
Ligurian Cooking Class – Handmade Trofie & Authentic Pesto
Truffle Hunting Experience in the Tuscan Countryside
Priority Entrance Tickets Included
Skip-the-line access to:
- Accademia Gallery in Florence (Michelangelo’s David)
Private Exclusive Services
- Full-Day Private Boat Experience in the Cinque Terre
Private Guided Experiences
- Private licensed guides Florence, Siena, Cinque Terre, Milan
Private Transportation
- Arrival transfer from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
- All private transfers and excursions as per itinerary
- Private transfer Florence → Portovenere (with Carrara & Colonnata stops)
- Private transfer Portovenere → Parma
- Departure transfer to Milan Malpensa (MXP) or Bologna (BLQ)
Receive the detailed Itinerary
Highlights
- Professional Multilingual Driver/Escort Service
- Friendly and family oriented personalized service
- Certified Local Guides Guaranteed departures with min. 2 passengers
- Safety and customized programs
- Efficiency and looking out for traveler’s interest and needs.
- Experience and passion for travel
Payment schedule
First deposit
30% to confirm the booking (plus any additional deposits by hotels or other suppliers)
Cancellation
- Up to 90 days before commencement of the booking from 0%.
- 90 to 60 days before commencement of the booking 30%.
- 60 to 31 days prior to departure. 50% of the land cost for entire group or individual cancellations**
- 30 to 15 days prior to departure. 75% of the land cost for entire group or individual cancellations
- 14 days to the day of departure. 100% of the land cost for entire group and individual (no shows).
** In addition to penalties that are imposed by other suppliers such as hotels, and non refundable features etc. lf a passenger’s cancellation creates a change in the price schedule, the tour price will be revised, based on the remaining number of participants.
A passenger becoming a single, as a result of a partner’s cancellation, must pay the single supplement.
Final payment
60 Days prior to departure final rooming list should be forwarded with Final Payment.
CONTACTS
ITALY TRAVEL SPECIALIST® s.r.l.
Via Luigi Galvani 2, 50131 Firenze (FI) Italy
mail: info@italytravelspecialist.it
office phone +39 366 188 12 66
The quote excludes:
Hotel City tax not included according to new regulations and where applicable
Items of a personal nature: telephone calls, faxes, laundry, room service and other items of a personal nature not specifically mentioned.
Gratuities to Tour Manager, driver, and local guides.
Trip cancellation/interruption insurance. (available and highly recommended).
Airport taxes, excess baggage, meals not included in attached itinerary.
Passports and or visas necessary for entry into countries on itinerary.
(Note: passports must be valid 6 months beyond intended stay.)
Items of a personal nature: telephone calls, faxes, laundry, room service and other items of a personal nature not specifically mentioned.
Gratuities to Tour Manager, driver, and local guides.
Trip cancellation/interruption insurance. (available and highly recommended).
Airport taxes, excess baggage, meals not included in attached itinerary.
Passports and or visas necessary for entry into countries on itinerary.
(Note: passports must be valid 6 months beyond intended stay.)
Not included:
Flights
City tax / Tourist tax - average cost 6,00€ per person per night at Hotel 4 stars to be paid on spot locally
All that is not mentioned in "included" The last day of the tour is the customary time to extend gratuities to your guide and driver. The schedule is subject to change. An update will be given at the end of each day for the next day’s activities.
Your escort will be available throughout the tour for any questions or assistance.
City tax / Tourist tax - average cost 6,00€ per person per night at Hotel 4 stars to be paid on spot locally
All that is not mentioned in "included" The last day of the tour is the customary time to extend gratuities to your guide and driver. The schedule is subject to change. An update will be given at the end of each day for the next day’s activities.
Your escort will be available throughout the tour for any questions or assistance.
