Art, Wine and Food in the Tuscan Heartland (ULIT02)
8 Days: $4,290 per person inclusive of a superior room in a superior hotel,16 meals, 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 5 dinners, personally guided sightseeing,private wine tastings and private car and driver. International airfare is additional. Participation limited to 6 guests.
If you have only one week but want to immerse yourself in all things Tuscan, the offering is for you. With your own personal guide you will walk the streets of Renaissance Florence and the galleries of the Uffizi and Accademia. With your private guide and driver you will tour the countryside to discover nearby Tuscan cities and savor the great wines of Tuscany
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Beyond the Seven Hills (ULIT01)
8 Days: $4,476 per person,inclusive of a superior room in a superior hotel, 14 meals; 6 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 5 dinners, wine with dinner, personally guided sightseeing and private car and driver. International airfare is additional. Participation is limited to 6 guests.
Rome is a city with many pasts, perhaps that is why she is called the Eternal City. There is the Republican Rome at the time of Julius Caesar, Imperial Rome, center of the known world, Rome as Haven for the Vatican and the Catholic world and Renaissance Rome where architecture becomes art. But you also need to get out of the city to really appreciate the impact Rome had on history. With this program you do both, you explore the highlights of Rome in its various stages and head out into the countryside to get a different perspective. Because we never accept more than six guests you can be assured of getting the most out of your time and a personalized approach to sightseeing that brings history to life
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Palermo, Corleone and Mazara (ULIT15)
8 Days: $4,920 per person,inclusive of superior rooms in superior hotels, 16 meals; 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 5 dinners, personally guided sightseeing and private car and driver. International airfare is additional. Participation is limited to 6 guests.
In this exploration of Western Sicily you have the opportunity to explore the scenic sites around the city of Palermo, travel through the heart of the country via Corleone and then spend the rest of the time using a deluxe resort as a base to explore the wine and culture around Marsala
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Naples, Capri and the Amalfi Coast (ULIT06)
9 Days: $4,121 per person inclusive of superior rooms in superior hotels, 18 meals; 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 6 dinners, personally guided sightseeing, private car and driver. International airfare is additional. Participation limited to 6 guests.
If you have only a week and want to spend it on the Southern coast of Italy, this program is tailor made for you. You start in Naples, steeped in history and blessed with spectacular views of the bay. You visit Pompeii and taste “Tears of Christ” wine at the vineyard. You take a fast boat to Capri and enjoy the slow pace on the island before heading to the Amalfi coast and your hotel, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves and offering spectacular sea views.
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Venice and the Veneto (ULIT04)
9 Days: $4,518 per person,inclusive of superior rooms in superior hotels ,16 meals,7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 5 dinners, personally guided sightseeing and private car and driver. International airfare is additional. Participation limited to 6 guests.
For many, Venice is the ultimate romantic destination and rarely does she disappoint. As wonderful as Venice is, however, the nearby areas on the mainland, called the Veneto, offer their own charms. These include the historic towns of Padua and Verona and “La Strada del Vino”, the wine road that takes you through the areas that create Soave, Bardolino, Valpolicella and Amerone. We have combined the two to give you a unique (and romantic) experience
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Secrets of the Sicilian Kitchen (ULIT14)
9 Days: $5,537 per person,inclusive of superior rooms in superior hotels, 17 meals; 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 6 dinners, personally guided sightseeing, cooking classes, wine tastings and private car and driver. International airfare is additional. Participation is limited to 6 guests.
During this program you will not only be able to explore Sicily but also learn to prepare traditional Sicilian dishes with personal cooking classes, sample vintages at vineyards and enjoy wonderful accommodations and hospitality. There is no better way to experience the splendors of Sicily and you will savor every moment.
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A Sicilian Wine Odyssey (ULIT13)
10 Days: $$6,977 per person,inclusive of superior rooms in superior hotels, 20 meals; 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 5 dinners, personally guided sightseeing and private car and driver. International airfare is additional. Participation is limited to 6 guests
Sicily has a long history of producing wines dating back to the 5th Century B.C. and this program will introduce you to some of the best known wines grapes and growers. These tastings are enhanced by cultural exploration entwined with vineyard visits charming hotels and top quality meals. You’ll leave having fallen in love with the Sicilians, their cuisine and their wine.
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The Heritage Hotels of Sicily (ULIT16)
10 Days: $6,391 per person,inclusive of superior rooms in superior hotels, 19 meals; 8 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 6 dinners, personally guided sightseeing and private car and driver. International airfare is additional. Participation is limited to 6 guests.
Sicily is beautiful and its attractions have brought the Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs and Normans to this stunning Island. Now it is your turn to experience Sicily with your own private guide and to do so in the comfort of the best hotels on the Island and, perhaps, all of Italy. This is a Sicily beyond your wildest dreams.
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Rome and Highlights of Campania (ULIT07)
11 Days: $5,571 per person,inclusive of superior rooms in superior hotels ,21 meals; 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 7 dinners, personally guided sightseeing and private car and driver. International airfare is additional. Participation limited to 6 guests
By combining the grandeur of Rome with the natural beauty of the Amalfi Coast we provide a vivid contrast of Italian life and a superb vacation combination. The monuments, nightlife and uniqueness that are Rome blend well with the beauty of the sea as seen from the Amalfi drive as you visit Portofino, Capri, Sorrento and other gems of Southern Italy. Come join us
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Under the Tuscan Sun (ULIT03)
11 Days: $5,898 per person,inclusive of superior rooms in superior hotels , 25 meals; 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 8 dinners, personally guided sightseeing and private car and driver. International airfare is additional. Participation limited to 6 guests.
In this program we go off the beaten path and “ Under the Tuscan Sun”. To be sure we spend time in Florence amidst its Renaissance treasures but we also spend time in Viareggio allowing you the opportunity to enjoy the sea breezes of coastal Tuscany and the chance to explore the footpaths of the Cinque Terre. Using Siena as a base we take you to the quaint Tuscan towns including the Chianti region. Whether this is a return visit to Tuscan or the trip of your dreams you will not be disappointed.
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A Cook's Tour of Rome, Florence and Venice (ULIT08)
11 Days: $5,974 per person,inclusive of superior rooms in superior hotels ,21 meals; 9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners, 3 cooking classes, 1st Class Rail Travel, personally guided sightseeing and private car and driver. International airfare is additional. Participation limited to 6 guests.
There is only so much that you can learn about a city through its museums and historical monuments. That is true even if those cities are Rome, Florence and Venice with each of them noted for both. To really understand the culture you need to understand the food and the differences between regions. If, as it is claimed, a pasta sauce with the same ingredients can vary in taste from village to village and even neighbor to neighbor, then clearly the differences in major cities will be significantly greater. In this program you participate in hands on cooking classes in each city but still have the opportunity to visit the key museums and historical sites. Enjoy it all.
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The Lakes and Lagoons of Northern Italy (ULIT05)
12 Days: $5,589 per person,inclusive of superior rooms in superior hotels ,23 meals;10 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 8 dinners, personally guided sightseeing and private car and driver. International airfare is additional. Participation is limited to 6 guests.
Northern Italy is an area of contrasts; giant industrial companies and the search for truffles, medieval towns and ultra chic fashion, stunning mountains and tranquil lakes. Through this program you will enjoy the sophistication of Milan, the natural beauty of the Italian lakes and the romantic charms of Venice. The best of the North in one highly personalized program
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Southern Italy: Coast to Coast (ULIT10)
12 Days: $5,935 per person,inclusive of superior rooms in superior hotels , 26 meals; 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 10 dinners, cooking lesson, personally guided sightseeing and private car and driver. International airfare is additional. Participation limited to 6 guests.
When many travelers think about Southern Italy they tend to focus on the west coast of the peninsula facing the Tyrrhenian Sea. Justifiably so, since areas like Naples, Capri, Amalfi and Sorrento are renowned for their charm and beauty. Less visited however is the eastern coast facing the Adriatic Sea. The area, known a Puglia (or Apulia) is becoming well known to Northern Europeans but less so to Americans so we have combined a stay in both coasts to give you a more complete and, we think more delightful experience in Southern Italy
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A Leisurely Journey Through Umbria and Tuscany (ULIT11)
12 Days: $6,418 per person inclusive of superior rooms in superior hotels, 27 meals; 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 8 dinners, wine tastings, personally guided sightseeing and private car and driver. International airfare is additional. Participation limited to 6 guests.
This program introduces you to the charming towns and scenic countryside of Umbria and Tuscany. Although Tuscany gets a lot of the press, Umbria is more than its equal with towns such as Perugia, Orvieto, Spoleto and Assisi. You will visit these towns along with Tuscan highlights like Siena, san Gimignano, Cortona, Arezzo and, of course, Florence. The fact that you never spend less than three nights at your luxury hotels emphasizes the leisurely aspect of the trip
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Highlights of the Adriatic Coast (ULCR02)
12 Days: From $6,825 per person; inclusive of superior rooms in superior hotels, all meals, personally guided sightseeing, 1st Class Rail and private car and driver. International airfare is additional. Business Class airfare at special rates is available and highly recommended. Prices: $11,570 per person based on 2 traveling; $7,993 per person based on 4 traveling and $ 6,825 per person based on 6 traveling
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Italian Art Aficionado (ULIT09)
14 Days: $7,567 per person,inclusive of superior rooms in superior hotels ,1st Class rail travel, 28 meals; 12 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 9 dinners, personally guided sightseeing and museum visits and private car and driver. International airfare is additional. Participation limited to 6 guests
Italy is justly famous for its art, particularly the explosion of creativity unleashed by the Renaissance. During this extended visit to Italy we will focus on this art whether hanging in a museum or as part of the architecture of the city. DaVinci, Michelangelo, Bernini, Caravaggio, Titian and many others will be part of our exploration and your knowledgeable guides will bring the art into context increasing your understanding. It does not hurt that this art is on display in three of the most beautiful cities in the world
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Bella Italia (ULIT12)
14 Days: $8,328 per person,inclusive of superior rooms in superior hotels ,1st Class rail travel, 31 meals; 12 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 10 dinners, personally guided sightseeing and museum visits, private wine tastings and private car and driver. International airfare is additional. Participation is limited to 6 guests.
If you are celebrating a milestone event or if this is your dream trip to Italy, this offering is tailor made for you. From Naples in the south to Venice in the north, you will explore the major cities but also some lesser known areas. Whether it is a hydrofoil to Capri, walking the Cinque Terre or climbing the leaning tower of Pisa, this is Italy at its most beautiful and with participation limited to six its most personalized.
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