Ultimate Italian Culinary Journey 

Begin your Italian culinary odyssey in Venice with luxurious accommodations renowned for gourmet excellence. Discover the city’s authentic flavors through private exploration of hidden bacari taverns, where you’ll sample traditional cicchetti alongside locals while your expert guide reveals centuries-old culinary secrets.

Elevate your Venetian experience with a private Riva yacht cruise through the spectacular lagoon, sipping premium prosecco while admiring panoramic views of this floating city. Visit Murano Island for an exclusive aperitif with a master glassblower in their private studio – a rare privilege combining artistic craftsmanship with culinary excellence in a setting few travelers ever experience.

Accommodation Options

• Belmond Hotel Cipriani
• Palazzo Venart

Your culinary adventure continues in Renaissance Florence, where artistic masterpieces provide the backdrop to extraordinary gastronomic experiences. Enjoy a hands-on cooking class led by an expert local chef after sourcing fresh, seasonal ingredients from the city’s historic markets. During your stay, indulge in the rare privilege of an intimate chef’s table dinner within a private Renaissance chapel, where architectural splendor enhances the flavors of expertly prepared Tuscan specialties.

Venture into the rolling hills of Chianti to discover Tuscany’s renowned food and wine heritage. At an ancient family estate, experience the authentic connection between terroir and flavor through private tastings of estate-produced wines and olive oils. Your journey through Tuscan gastronomy culminates with a farm-to-table lunch featuring perfect wine pairings that showcase how the region’s distinctive clay soil imparts unique character to both the cuisine and wines of this storied landscape.

Accommodation Options 

• Four Seasons Hotel Firenze
• Helvetia & Bristol Firenze

Complete your Italian culinary journey in eternal Rome, where ancient history and gastronomic excellence converge. Alive with a cosmopolitan aura all its own, Rome bombards the senses with the wafting aromas of corner cafés and the frenetic bustle of fashionable locals on the move. Experience the culinary side of this historic city as your guide reveals the best local haunts for authentic regional cheeses, wines, coffees, pastries and small plates.

Indulge in an exclusive pizza and gelato making masterclass with one of Rome’s most celebrated culinary experts. Your time in the Eternal City concludes with an extraordinary dining experience that perfectly captures the essence of contemporary Roman gastronomy while honoring its ancient traditions – creating memories that will endure long after your return home. Throughout your stay, immerse yourself in ancient Rome with a privately guided exploration of the Colosseum and Roman Forum, where centuries of history provide context for understanding the evolution of Roman cuisine.

Accommodation Options 

• Rome Cavalieri
• Hotel Hassler Roma

As your exquisite Italian culinary expedition draws to a close, the memories created will endure long after your return home. This meticulously crafted 10-day journey from Venetian bacari to Roman classics has offered the perfect blend of luxury accommodations, private guided experiences, and intimate moments celebrating Italy’s finest culinary traditions. Each carefully selected experience—from private yacht cruises to exclusive cooking classes with renowned chefs—has revealed the authentic soul of Italian gastronomy while providing privileged access to cultural treasures few travelers experience.

Not ready to say goodbye? Extend your culinary journey through Italy’s magnificent landscapes and flavors. Linger in Venice, Florence, or Rome to deepen your connection with these iconic cities, or venture south to Naples for authentic Neapolitan pizza and fresh Mediterranean seafood prepared according to centuries-old traditions. For a breathtaking conclusion, consider the Amalfi Coast, where clifftop villages provide the perfect setting for enjoying coastal Italian cuisine with panoramic sea views. Share your dream extension with us, and our expert team will design a bespoke experience perfectly tailored to your culinary desires and travel aspirations.