Tailor-made 2020-2021

Italy
Venice’s palazzo-lined canals, Florence’s
Renaissance showstoppers, and Rome’s
honey-stoned grandeur: Italy overflows with
romance and history. The north’s lakes and
mountains offer alpine bliss, while the south
tempts with ancient ruins and rustic charm.
Then there’s the food and the wine...
n o t t o b e m i s s e d
• Flit between the colourful, cliffside towns of
the Amalfi Coast
• Uncover Puglia’s historical and coastal treasures
on a self-drive tour
• Admire Renaissance-era artwork in Florence,
the city where it all began
• Visit the spectacular monuments, galleries, and
ancient ruins of Rome
• Delight in the food and wine of gastronomic
mecca Tuscany
e x a m p l e e x p e r i e n c e s
HUNT FOR WHITE TRUFFLES
Visit a farm deep in the Tuscan countryside, where you will meet
a truffle hunter and his trained dogs. Taste wonderful white
truffles as you learn the secrets of locating them.
6 hours • Tuscany
VENETIAN MASK-MAKING WORKSHOP
Make an elegant Venetian mask with the guidance of an
experienced mascareri. As you construct the centrepiece of your
carnival costume, you’ll learn all about this intriguing aspect of
Italian culture.
3 hours • Venice
ENROL IN A GLADIATOR SCHOOL
Dress up in the authentic attire of the Roman gladiators as you
gain a new perspective on the ancient world. Find out what life
was really like for these fearsome entertainers.
4 hours • Rome
o u r fav o u r i t e p l a c e s t o s tay
BELMOND HOTEL CIPRIANI
With views over the Venetian Lagoon and the Doge’s Palace,
Belmond Hotel Cipriani showcases the best of the ‘City of Masks’
with unrivalled luxury. The interior is decorated with Venetian
artefacts while the exterior includes a delightful garden, making
this one of the most stylish choices in the city.
VERDURA RESORT
Verdura Resort, a Rocco Forte Hotel, is a beautifully designed
building with its own private coastline and golf courses. Enjoy
the sumptuous Sicilian climate in a relaxing setting where you’re
never more than a short walk from the hotel’s huge spa.
GRAND HOTEL TREMEZZO
One of the oldest luxury hotels fronting stunning Lake Como,
the Grand Hotel Tremezzo boasts spectacular views, exceptional
service, and myriad well-appointed indoor and outdoor spaces.
Unwind as you explore the tranquil hotel gardens, and spend
scenic afternoons enjoying the lake’s best attractions by water taxi.
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