Italy with Katie Clark

You will be greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel by motorboat.

Today we’ll be visiting Murano and Burano by water taxi as part of a captivating journey through the Venetian Lagoon. As you glide across the shimmering waters, Murano’s renowned glassmaking legacy unfolds. Witness skilled artisans shaping molten glass into intricate artistry. The island’s colorful houses and picturesque canals create a charming backdrop. A short waterway hop takes you to Burano, a realm of vibrant hues where lacemaking tradition thrives. The leaning houses seem to converse with the waters, displaying the island’s distinct character. Inhale the essence of age-old crafts and relish the tranquility of these islands, each offering a unique Venetian artisanal experience.

After breakfast at your hotel, we will head out for a private boat tour of the Grand Canal including a stop and tour of the mask factory.

After some free time in the afternoon we’ll again head out for another beautiful Italian meal.

After breakfast at our hotel we’ll head out for a guided walking tour of the center of Venice with a stop and tour of St Marks & the Doge’s Palace, The Opera House, Teatro La Fenice, In the afternoon the guided tour of the city will continue with an English-speaking guide with a stop at the Rialto Market Food and Liberia Acqua Alta Book Store. We’ll finish the day with a Gondola ride before heading out to for a beautiful meal at a local restaurant.

Today we will travel by train from Venice to Milan.

Upon arrival we will take a guided tour of the Milan Cathedral and the annexed Museum. After some free time for lunch we with then do some wine tasting and sampling of the local produce at Franciacorta cellars.

After breakfast at your hotel, the group will be transferred by private van from Milan to Lake Como where you will have free time for the remainder of the day.

After breakfast at our hotel, we will board a boat for a day long tour to explore the history and beauty of a lake that has attracted locals and tourists for centuries. We’ll stop in the famous town of Bellagio and spend the remainder of the day cruising.

Private vans will take the group from Lake Como to Cinque Terre where you’ll board a boat to explore the famous 5 towns including stops and free time in Vernazza and Monterosso.

Today will be an opportunity to rest and relax with a day at the beautiful Monterosso beach.

Today we’ll travel from Cinque Terre to Florence. After checking into our hotel we will head out for a guided tour including a stop in the charming town of Civita di Bagnoregio.

Today we’ll get to experience a cooking class in Chianti. We’ll also have a guided tour and visit the gorgeous San Gimignano before heading to Siena.

Today you’ll be picked up from Florence for a guided tour of Terme di Saturnia Cascate del Mulino.

Today we’ll catch the train from Florence to Rome. After checking in at our hotel, we’ll have the remainder of the day at our leisure to explore.

Our wonderful trip comes to an end. After breakfast and checking out of our hotel a airport transfer will be made available for those leaving. For those staying in Rome we wish you the best for your onward journey.