Day 1

Venice

Your Christmas tour in Italy begins with a scenic private boat transfer taking in the sights of the Venetian Lagoon. After checking in to your centrally located hotel, you’ll discover the authentic side of Venice on a private guided walking tour far from the crowds that overwhelm the city's major landmarks, followed by a half-hour private ride on an authentic Venetian gondola!

Day 2

Venice Cortina

A relaxing day dedicated to the charming Cortina d'Ampezzo, a fascinating alpine town nestled in the magnificent Dolomites. Traveling in a comfortable private car with your driver you will spend an unforgettable day admiring unique scenery and discovering fascinating places including the beautiful Lake of Misurina. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon with the balance of the day at your leisure.

Day 3

Venice

Delight your mind and your senses enjoying the highlights and delights of Venice. Today you’ll get an immersion in Venetian life and taste gourmet chocolate. In the company of a local expert, you’ll have a chance to enjoy Venetian specialties at the Rialto Market, a lively center of commerce, buzzing with vendors selling fresh fish, vegetables, and other goods. You’ll learn about art and culture, as well as how chocolate entered Europe through Venetian traders. Balance of the day at your leisure.

Day 4

Venice - Bologna - Florence

Perfectly positioned as a stopover between Venice and Florence, Bologna is a celebrated Italian city for its history, gastronomy, and architecture. Traveling in a comfortable private car with your driver you spend some free time for a stroll and lunch here before moving on south towards your centrally located hotel. Balance of the day at your leisure.

Day 5

Florence

Become a Tuscan Chef for a Day! This fun learning experience in Florence city center combines a market visit with the hands-on preparation of an authentic Florentine meal. Make a seasonal meal and take home the secrets of Tuscan cuisine. You will shop for fresh ingredients with your private chef before starting your hands-on cooking class. Balance of the day at your leisure.

Day 6

Florence

Florence, Italy's cultural capital, is also a shopping haven for locals and tourists alike, with a variety of artisan shops can satisfy even the most demanding shopaholics. Florentine artisans are some of the most skilled in the world and your local expert introduces you to them based on your own personal preferences. Balance of the day at your leisure.

Day 7

Florence – Chianti – Rome

The Tuscany wine region of Chianti lies right on the main route between Florence and Rome. Transferring in a comfortable private car with your driver, spend a wonderful stopover to visit a handpicked vineyard and cellar while tastings and pairings with local cuisine before traveling towards your centrally located hotel. Balance of the day at your leisure.

Day 8

Rome

The awe-inspiring ancient city of Rome awaits you today. In the company of a local expert walk amongst the monumental ruins of the Colosseum and see the best of Rome over Christmas including the Trevi Fountain on this amazing holiday inspired family walking tour with the entire city decked out in holiday cheer! The holiday magic continues at Piazza Navona's sprawling Christmas market. Balance of the day at your leisure.

Day 9

Rome

Today the wonders of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St Peter's Basilica and much more will be revealed by your private guide who will introduce you to the marvels of the vast Vatican Museums, one of the world's greatest repositories of art, and to the treasures contained within St. Peter's Basilica. The walking tour concludes in St. Peter’s Square where you will admire the Nativity Scene and Christmas Tree. Balance of the day at your leisure.

Day 10

Goodbye Italy

Today transfer by private car to Rome FCO Airport to board your return flight back home or extend your stay in Italy.