Rebecca Schempp

Whispers of Italy

Luxury - Zicasso

June 13 – June 20

Venice, Florence & the Tuscan Soul

A Journey Through Art, Craft, Vineyards and Timeless Landscapes

Ideal for: Couples | Honeymooners | Art & Culture Lovers | Slow Luxury Travelers | Wine & Food Enthusiasts

Overview

This refined Italian journey is designed for travelers who seek beauty beyond the obvious and experiences that feel personal, meaningful, and quietly exclusive. From the poetic canals of Venice to the Renaissance heart of Florence and the rolling vineyards of Tuscany, each destination unfolds at a graceful pace, allowing time to truly connect with its essence.

Private transfers, expert local guides, and carefully selected boutique accommodations ensure comfort and intimacy throughout the journey. Hands-on culinary moments, vineyard picnics, artisan workshops, and slow walks along ancient pilgrimage routes create a seamless balance between cultural depth and sensory pleasure.

This is Italy experienced not as a checklist, but as a story — one written through flavors, landscapes, craftsmanship, and moments of quiet wonder.

Why travellers love this trip?

  • A perfect balance of iconic highlights and hidden experiences

  • Boutique accommodations chosen for location, charm, and atmosphere

  • Hands-on artisan moments, from Murano glass to handmade pasta

  • Immersive food and wine experiences rooted in local tradition

  • Slow travel through vineyards, medieval villages, and ancient paths

  • Private transportation and curated pacing for a seamless journey

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Venice: First Glimpses of the Floating City

Upon arrival in Venice, you are welcomed by your private driver and escorted toward the city, where land gives way to water and the rhythm of travel gently slows. A private water taxi glides you through hidden canals, offering your first cinematic view of Venice from the water.

You arrive at an elegant historic 4* residence tucked away from the crowds, yet perfectly positioned near the city’s cultural heart. Your Deluxe room blends refined Venetian style with modern comfort, creating a peaceful retreat. After settling in, the remainder of the day is left intentionally free. Wander nearby alleyways, enjoy a quiet aperitivo, or simply rest as Venice reveals itself softly, one reflection at a time.


Day 2 – Venice Classics & A Gondola at Golden Hour

The morning begins with a private guided walking tour through Venice’s most iconic landmarks, offering insight into the city’s extraordinary maritime history. You step inside St. Mark’s Basilica, where golden mosaics shimmer under centuries of devotion and craftsmanship. Your guide brings stories to life, revealing layers of symbolism and power that shaped the Venetian Republic. The afternoon invites a slower pace, allowing time to explore at leisure or relax before an unforgettable finale. Later, you board a private gondola, drifting through quiet canals far from the main routes. A curated tasting onboard adds a sensory dimension, as flavors and reflections merge into a moment of pure Venetian romance.


Day 3 – Murano & Burano: Color, Craft and Island Life

With your vaporetto pass, you set out across the lagoon to discover Venice’s most enchanting islands.

In Murano, you step into a historic glass atelier for a private demonstration by a master glassmaker, witnessing centuries-old techniques of blowing and carving glass. You then take part in a short hands-on workshop, creating your own Murano glass object as a personal keepsake. The journey continues to Burano, where vividly colored houses line quiet canals, creating one of Italy’s most photogenic settings. Time is left to wander, photograph, and enjoy lunch at your own pace.

The return to Venice offers peaceful views across the lagoon, a gentle close to a day shaped by artistry and tradition.


Day 4 – Venice to Florence: Renaissance Elegance & Tuscan Flavors

After breakfast, a private transfer escorts you to the train station for a smooth journey toward Florence. As the landscape shifts, canals give way to rolling hills and Renaissance silhouettes. Upon arrival, a private transfer brings you to a refined riverside 4* hotel overlooking the Arno, where your Deluxe room with river view sets the tone for your Florentine stay.

The afternoon unfolds with a wine and local products tasting, introducing you to the flavors of Tuscany through carefully selected labels and artisanal pairings. This first encounter with Florence is unhurried, allowing you to absorb the city’s elegance. Evening light reflects on the river, inviting a leisurely stroll before dinner.


Day 5 – Florence: Art, Power & Garden Views

The morning is dedicated to a private guided walking tour of Florence, unveiling the Medici legacy, Renaissance architecture, and artistic revolutions that shaped Europe. Your guide connects iconic monuments with personal stories, making the city feel alive and intimate.

In the afternoon, you explore Palazzo Pitti and the Boboli Gardens independently, with entrance tickets included, allowing freedom to linger where inspiration strikes. Art, power, and nature blend seamlessly in these historic spaces.

Later, enjoy a balsamic vinegar tasting, where aged varieties are paired with local delicacies, revealing unexpected depth and complexity. Florence closes the day with understated sophistication.


Day 6 – Tuscan Cooking, San Gimignano & Countryside Living

A private driver escorts you into the Tuscan countryside, where vineyards and olive groves frame the landscape.

At a prestigious rural estate, you take part in a hands-on cooking class led by a professional chef, learning to craft fresh pasta such as tagliatelle, pici, and ravioli. The experience continues with a leisurely lunch featuring your creations, paired with local wines, truffle oils, and aged vinegars. In the afternoon, you visit San Gimignano, famous for its medieval towers and artisanal gelato — one of the region’s finest awaits you here.

As the day winds down, you arrive at a charming countryside 4* agriturismo surrounded by rolling hills. Your Superior room with private patio invites relaxation beneath the Tuscan sky.


Day 7 – Chianti & The Via Francigena: Walking Through History

The morning unfolds through the vineyards of Chianti with a private driver at your full disposal, allowing you to enjoy the landscape without any concern for timing or navigation. Scenic drives reveal one postcard view after another, passing olive groves, cypress-lined roads, and charming villages such as Greve in Chianti.

In the afternoon, your driver accompanies you to the starting point of a short walk along the Via Francigena, where you follow the ancient footsteps of medieval pilgrims toward the walled village of Monteriggioni, rising proudly from the countryside. History feels close and tangible with every step, as stories of travelers and merchants seem to echo through the hills.

The day concludes with a vineyard picnic arranged just for you, featuring local products and Tuscan wine, enjoyed among the vines as the sun lowers. Your driver remains on hand throughout, ensuring a seamless and relaxed return — a day shaped by authenticity, comfort, and quiet privilege.


Day 8 – Farewell Tuscany

After breakfast, your private transfer escorts you from the countryside to Florence Airport. The journey back offers final views of vineyards and hills that have framed your experience.

As you depart, you carry with you not only memories, but a deeper understanding of Italy’s rhythms, flavors, and soul. This is not a goodbye, but a pause — with Italy ready to welcome you again.

What is included

  • Personalized itinerary design and travel planning service

  • Pre-departure delivery of a detailed digital travel program

  • Private arrival transfer in Venice by luxury car + water taxi

  • Deluxe room in 4-star hotel in Venice with daily breakfast

  • Deluxe room with Arno River view in 4-star hotel in Florence with daily breakfast

  • Superior room in 4-star hotel countryside agriturismo with private patio and daily breakfast

  • Private licensed English-speaking guide in Venice (2-hour walking tour)

  • Priority entrance ticket to St. Mark’s Basilica

  • Access to St. Mark’s Bell Tower

  • Private gondola ride in Venice with onboard tasting

  • Vaporetto pass valid for 1 full day

  • Private glass-blowing demonstration by a master artisan in Murano with short hands-on Murano glass workshop

  • Private transfer in Venice from the hotel to the train station
  • High-speed train tickets from Venice to Florence

  • Private arrival transfer in Florence from the train station to the hotel

  • Tuscan wine tasting with local products in Florence

  • Private licensed English-speaking guide in Florence (2-hour walking tour)

  • Entrance tickets to Palazzo Pitti

  • Entrance tickets to the Boboli Gardens

  • Traditional balsamic vinegar tasting with local pairings

  • Full-day private driver service in Tuscany day #6

  • Hands-on private cooking class at a countryside estate

  • Lunch featuring dishes prepared during the cooking class

  • Full-day private driver service in Tuscany day #7

  • Vineyard picnic with local food and wine

  • Private transfer from the countryside to Florence Airport

What is not included

  • International airfare to and from Italy

  • Travel insurance

  • Personal expenses

  • Meals not specifically mentioned as included

  • Optional activities or experiences not listed in the itinerary

  • Hotel city taxes, payable locally at check-out

  • Everything not mentioned in “What is included”

DEPOSIT

must be paid by

23/01/2026
$
3.600

BALANCE

must be paid by

14/04/2026
$
8.400

TOTAL PRICE

$ 12.000

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.

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