Explore some of the best that Italy has to offer during this 13-day Italian adventure that blends a big city experience, Umbrian medieval hill towns, Tuscan countryside and the beautiful coastal villages of the Cinque Terre. 

Spend 13 nights in beautiful and charming accommodations that include Tuscan villas, country estates and boutique hotels.

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• Immerse yourself in Florence's rich history with a private tour and time to explore on your own.

• Sample Umbrian and Tuscan wines and gastronomic specialties.

• Join local truffle hunters and their dogs to gather precious truffles in the Umbrian countryside.

• Learn about the great masters of Italian art and visit some of the most beautiful architectural sites in the world.

• Discover the Etruscan sites of Umbria and Tuscany.

• Become immersed in the local culture with a hands-on cooking class.

• Enjoy time on your own for shopping, relaxation and other activities in the most beautiful Umbrian & Tuscan villages.

• Hike the gorgeous coastline paths that connect the beautiful Cinque Terre villages.

After your arrival in Florence, transfer to hotel on your own. Get settled in hotel and later enjoy a welcome dinner with group at a nearby restaurant. Overnight: Florence (D)

Today, behold the many sights of Florence, birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, with a guided tour of the city and its sights, including Michelangelo’s David. Spend the rest of the day exploring Florence on your own. Consider visiting the Uffizi Gallery, one of the world’s top art museums, or visit the Mercato Centrale, Florence’s bustling market where vendors sell local products, and a second floor boasts a selection of food and wine. Tonight, enjoy the magical charm of Florence and enjoy dinner at one of its notable restaurants. (B)

Today spend the day exploring Florence on your own. Shop for leather at Florence’s famous outdoor market, San Lorenzo; relax at a café in one of the city’s beautiful piazzas; visit some of the most beautiful churches; or spend time at one of the many museums, the Uffizi or the Galileo science museum. Overnight: Florence 

Following breakfast, transfer to the Cinque Terre. On the way, we’ll stop at the beautiful town of Lucca for lunch and time on your own. Later, get settled in our hotel and spend the remainder of the day/night exploring the charming village of Levanto. Overnight Cinque Terre (B)

Following breakfast, get acquainted with the eclectic Cinque Terre villages and walking paths that connect them with a local guide. The remainder of the day is yours to hike, shop, sample the area’s restaurants or relax at one of the local beaches. Overnight Cinque Terre (B) 

Today, enjoy the coastal views of the Cinque Terre villages from the water with a half-day boat tour.

The day is yours to explore on your own the Ligurian Coast and its villages and sample the local cuisine and wine. Consider taking a bike ride to a neighboring seaside village. Alternatively, take a train or boat to glamorous Portofino or the less-touristy (but equally as lovely) port town, Portovenere. Overnight Cinque Terre (B)

Today, travel through Tuscany to our wine estate outside of Siena. On the way, we'll stop in the medieval village of Volterra for lunch and time on your own. We'll gather tonight at the hotel for a group dinner. Overnight: Tuscany (B,D)

Spend the morning relaxing at the hotel. Later, travel to the beautiful Tuscan wine estate in the heart of Chianti, for a wine tasting and lunch. Our day includes a tour of the ancient castle, once an Etruscan and later a Roman settlement, a tasting of the organic wines of the estate, and a beautiful Tuscan lunch of local products. Return to hotel to for the afternoon and evening. Overnight: Tuscany (B.L)

Today, spend the day relaxing at our country hotel. Take a walk or bike ride in the Tuscany countryside, relax at the hotel spa or take a taxi to the nearby town of Siena, considered one of Italy's most beautiful medieval cities. Visit the majestic and medieval cathedral, Duomo di Siena, relax at a cafe in Piazza del Campo, where the historic Palio horse race takes place, walk the neighborhoods (contrade) or shop at some of the city's boutique shops. Today is your day to explore on your own or practice the art of "dolce far niente," (the sweetness of doing nothing.) Overnight: Tuscany (B)

Today travel to Umbria. We'll begin with a tour of Assisi—the birthplace of St. Francis and home to the Basilica named after him and known for Its 13th-century frescoes depicting his life. Spend time in this charming village on your own before checking into our Perugia hotel.

Today we’ll join a local truffle hunter and his dog in the Umbrian woodlands to see how they discover and gather truffles. Bonus: We’ll sample the truffle along with local Umbrian wines during a lunch prepared especially the group. Overnight: Perugia (B,L)

Today is yours to explore on your own. Relax at the hotel, explore Perugia on your own or travel to a neighboring village. Tonight, gather and celebrate your Italian adventure together. (B,D)

Following breakfast, say a reluctant “Ciao” to Italy and depart for your return flight from Florence. There will be one provided transfer to Florence airport.