Erin McGill
Italy’s Timeless Icons
Luxury - Zicasso
17 September – 27 September 2026
Florence – Chianti – Val d’Orcia – Rome – Vatican City
An exclusive cultural and spiritual escape through Renaissance Florence, the Tuscan countryside, and the Eternal City
Ideal for: Slow travelers | Culture & wine lovers | Couples | Walkers & cyclists | Travelers seeking authenticity over crowds
Overview
This refined Italian journey blends Renaissance masterpieces, sacred heritage, and Tuscan authenticity into one seamless experience. From the artistic and spiritual splendor of Florence to the vineyard-covered hills of Chianti and the profound majesty of Rome and the Vatican, each day is curated for depth, comfort, and meaning.
Walk in the footsteps of saints and artists. Admire the masterpieces that shaped Christian iconography. Experience Italy not only as a destination, but as a living testimony of faith, beauty, and culture.
Why travellers love this trip?
• Private licensed guides for meaningful, in-depth visits
• Exclusive access to Florence’s Cathedral complex monuments
• A balance of sacred art, historic landmarks, and countryside serenity
• A hands-on Tuscan cooking class with wine tasting
• Private Vatican visit including Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica
• Papal Palace and Secret Garden experience in Castel Gandolfo
• Seamless private transfers and drivers throughout
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1 – Welcome to Florence
Upon arrival, your private driver escorts you to your elegant 4★ hotel in the historic center of Florence. The Renaissance skyline unfolds before you — terracotta rooftops, bell towers, and the magnificent Duomo rising above it all. An exclusive introductory walk gently immerses you into Florence’s noble piazzas and sacred spaces. Golden evening light reflects off marble façades as you settle into Italy’s artistic cradle.
Overnight in Florence.
Day 2 – Florence: Where Art Becomes Faith
Your private guide reveals Florence through the lens of devotion and power. Explore Cathedral Square, Piazza della Signoria, and Ponte Vecchio while uncovering the Medici legacy and the spiritual symbolism woven into the city’s design. With your included cultural pass, ascend the Dome, climb the Bell Tower, visit the Baptistery, and explore the Cathedral Museum at your own pace. From panoramic terraces to sacred mosaics, Florence reveals its soul in stone and fresco.
Overnight in Florence.
Day 3 – Masterpieces of the Renaissance
A private guided visit to the Uffizi Gallery brings you face-to-face with Botticelli’s ethereal Madonnas and Leonardo’s sacred imagery. Art here is not only beauty — it is theology expressed in color and light. In the afternoon, discover the grandeur of Palazzo Pitti and wander through the poetic geometry of the Boboli Gardens. As the sun sets over the Arno, Florence feels suspended between heaven and earth.
Overnight in Florence.
Day 4 – Into the Tuscan Dream
A private transfer carries you into the rolling hills of Chianti, where vineyards and olive groves stretch endlessly under open skies. Your charming 4★ agriturismo welcomes you with refined countryside elegance. The day is dedicated to relaxation: sip wine overlooking the vines, breathe in lavender-scented air, and allow Tuscany’s serenity to restore you.
Overnight in Chianti.
Day 5 – Flavors of Tuscany & Medieval Towers
With your private driver at disposal, begin the day with a hands-on cooking class in a traditional estate, followed by a leisurely lunch and curated wine tasting. Recipes rooted in generations of tradition connect land, faith, and family. In the afternoon, explore San Gimignano, its medieval towers rising like silent sentinels over the valley. Cobbled streets and sweeping views create an unforgettable Tuscan tableau.
Overnight in Chianti.
Day 6 – The Harmony of Val d’Orcia
Journey through the UNESCO-listed Val d’Orcia, where Renaissance ideals of harmony between man and nature still define the landscape. Visit Pienza and Montepulciano, jewels of architectural balance and sacred beauty. Discover Romanesque abbeys nestled among golden hills — places of quiet devotion and contemplation. Every curve of the road feels cinematic, every vista almost divine.
Overnight in Chianti.
Day 7 – Arrival in the Eternal City
Private transfer to Rome. Upon arrival, your driver escorts you to your elegant 4★ hotel in the heart of the city. In the afternoon, enjoy a private gastronomic walking experience, tasting authentic Roman flavors while exploring historic streets. Rome greets you with vitality, aroma, and timeless charm.
Overnight in Rome.
Day 8 – Imperial Rome & Hidden Churches
With your private driver and guide, step into history at the Colosseum and Roman Forum, where early Christian stories intertwine with imperial grandeur. Walk the ancient stones that witnessed both persecution and perseverance. In the afternoon, discover Trastevere’s intimate beauty, including Santa Maria in Trastevere, with its golden mosaics, and San Pietro in Montorio, home to Bramante’s Tempietto. Rome reveals layers of faith carved into every corner.
Overnight in Rome.
Day 9 – Vatican City: The Heart of Christendom
A deeply moving day awaits with your private guided visit of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. Stand beneath Michelangelo’s ceiling, absorbing one of humanity’s greatest artistic achievements. Encounter the Pietà and the vast embrace of St. Peter’s dome. This is not simply sightseeing — it is an encounter with living history and spiritual magnitude.
Overnight in Rome.
Day 10 – The Papal Retreat
Travel with your private driver to Castel Gandolfo, overlooking the serene waters of Lake Albano. Visit the Papal Palace and its Secret Garden, once a place of rest and reflection for pontiffs. The panoramic setting offers calm and perspective, a peaceful finale to your spiritual and cultural journey. Return to Rome enriched and inspired.
Overnight in Rome.
Day 11 – Farewell Italy
Private transfer to Rome Airport for your departure. You leave carrying not only photographs, but profound memories of beauty, faith, and timeless Italian elegance.
What is included
• 3 nights in Florence – 4★ hotel, breakfast included
• 3 nights in Chianti – 4★ charming agriturismo, breakfast included
• 4 nights in Rome – 4★ central hotel, breakfast included
• Private airport transfer on arrival (Florence)
• Private airport transfer on departure (Rome)
• Private transfer Florence – Chianti
• Private transfer hotel in Florence – hotel in Rome
• Private driver Chianti (8h)
• Private driver Val d’Orcia (9h)
• Private driver Rome Day 8 (8h)
• Private driver Rome Day 9 (8h)
• Private driver Castel Gandolfo (8h)
• Private guided walking tour Florence
• Cathedral complex cumulative pass (Dome, Bell Tower, Baptistery, Museum)
• Private guided Uffizi visit
• Entrance tickets Palazzo Pitti & Boboli Gardens
• Private cooking class with lunch & wine tasting
• Private guided gastronomic tour in Rome
• Private guided Colosseum & Roman Forum visit
• Private guided Vatican visit including Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica
• Entrance tickets Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica
• Entrance tickets Colosseum & Roman Forum
• Entrance tickets Papal Palace & Secret Garden Castel Gandolfo
• Full travel design and on-trip assistance (7/7)
What is not included
• International flights
• City taxes (payable locally)
• Meals not mentioned
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Gratuities
• Anything not specifically listed in the Inclusions section
DEPOSIT
must be paid by
6.750
BALANCE
must be paid by
15.750
TOTAL PRICE
Policies & Terms
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations are subject to the following penalties calculated on the total trip price:
- Deposit (30%) is non-refundable under any circumstances.
If the trip has been fully paid, the following penalties apply:
- Up to 60 days before departure: 50% penalty
- From 59 to 45 days before departure: 75% penalty
- From 44 days prior to departure to the departure date: 100% penalty
Package Modifications
Once the package has been confirmed, modifications can be made up to 45 days before departure.
- Upgrades: free of charge, except for the cost of the new services
- Downgrades: subject to an agency fee of $200 per modified service
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your trip in case of unexpected cancellations, changes, or emergencies.
Payment Options & TERMS
Payment currency: US Dollar
Accepted Payment Methods:
– Credit card
– Debit card
– Revolut Direct
Payment Terms
Deposit: 30% non-refundable, due at the time of booking confirmation.
Balance Payment: due between 60 and 80 days prior to the departure date.
All payments are to be made in US dollars.