Enchanting Italy
9 Days
Tour Description
Small groups translate to great experiences on this Small Group Discovery tour of Italy! With more room to roam in Rome and space to savor the pleasures and treasures of Umbria and Tuscany, you’ll never miss a sight, bite, or decadent delight from the Eternal City to the timeless traditions of culture, cuisine, and captivating romance in Venice and Florence. Share the sweet life with your small group companions while dipping into chocolate, discovering secret recipes, daydreaming by gondola, or drinking wine with a few of your closest amici. And find more amore in the avenues and venues that are perfect for small groups on this che bella adventure in Umbria and Tuscany.
Traveller Notes
- We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect tour—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. Enhance your free time with your GlobusGO mobile app!
- Designed from the ground up for a maximum of 18 guests in Europe, this Small Group Discovery tour has everything you need to explore with up-close-and-exclusive experiences that go beyond traditional tours.
Traveller Notes
- We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect tour—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. Enhance your free time with your GlobusGO mobile app!
- Designed from the ground up for a maximum of 18 guests in Europe, this Small Group Discovery tour has everything you need to explore with up-close-and-exclusive experiences that go beyond traditional tours.
Priced From:
$ 8699pp *
Start Location: Rome, Italy
End Location: Venice, Italy
Major Destinations: Bagni Vignoni , Tuscany,Chocolate Tasting,Gondola Ride,Narni Umbria,San Giminiano,Wine Tasting
Breakfast Meals Included:
8
Lunch Meals Included:
2
Dinner Meals Included:
2
Itinerary
Day
1
ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY
Your Small-Group Discovery Begins!
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
Day
2
ROME
A Little Romance
Join your group for an informative orientation tour to get to know the Eternal City with striking views of its legendary landmarks. Work up an appetite for a food tour of romantic Roma! (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Walk through the Eternal city with your personal Local Guide and be amazed by the monumental, artistic, and religious buildings. Along the way, stop at three local venues that are perfect for small groups to taste local specialties.
Day
3
ROME- NARNI- PERUGIA
Small Pleasures in Perugia
Enjoy an intimate walking tour to explore the sights of the ancient hilltop town of Narni. Next, visit a local frantoio farm for a special olive-oil tasting and light lunch in the 14th-century city of Perugia-one of the most beautiful and beloved villages in Italy. (B,L)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
OLIVE YOU, ITALY! For generations, the same family has cared for hectares of fertile ground in the green hearth of Umbria. Take in the scent and the colour of the excellent olive oil in this timeless mill as the family shares their history of cultivating Frantoio olives to achieve the authentic characteristic of its delicious flavour.
Day
4
PERUGIA- PIENZA
Sweet Expectations
Enjoy the sweet experience of a guided walking tour, including an exclusive chocolate-tasting experience in Perugia. Keep the samples coming with a savoury Pecorino cheese-tasting in Pienza. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CHOCOLATE IS LIFE The town of Perugia is widely known for its love affair with chocolate. Every year, this beautiful capital of Umbria hosts the annual Eurochocolate festival, chocolate enthusiasts from around the world to gather and indulge in chocolate tastings and special events.
ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT
SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Settle in with your small group to enjoy two nights in the serenity of The Relais Chiostro di Pienza hotel. This former 13th-century Monastery of St. Francis combines austere elegance with Tuscan luxury in the center of the historic hamlet of Pienza.
Day
5
PIENZA- EXCURSION TO BAGNO VIGNONI
A Toast to Tuscany
Visit the small village of Bagno Vignoni in the Val D'Orcia region of Tuscany, renowned for its unique thermal baths which have been used since Roman times. [LF] Join your small group for a unique wine tasting in the Montepulciano region. (B)
LOCAL FAVOURITES
NEW TRADITIONS A big advantage of small groups becomes clear when enjoying unique experiences like a visit to a sustainable and organic winery in the heart of Montepulciano region. Learn about local winemaking traditions that produce exceptional wines while caring for the environment and preserving the local ecosystem.
Day
6
PIENZA- MONTERIGGIONI- SAN GIMIGNANO- FLORENCE
Secret Recipes
Enjoy a private cooking class in Monteriggioni, followed by lunch in one of Italy's oldest villages. In San Gimignano, join your group for an enlightening orientation walking tour. (B,L)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
TABLE MANNERS Roll up your sleeves with a personal, professional chef to learn the techniques of preparing an authentic Tuscan meal. Master the secret methods of creating your own mouthwatering dishes using fresh, seasonal, and organic ingredients.
Day
7
FLORENCE
Fashionably Great
Take a guided walking tour in Florence with a visit to the Ferragamo Museum. Celebrate in style with a wine tasting served from a buchetta del vino (wine window). (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
BEHIND WINE DOORS Follow your expert Local Guide through a maze of must-see-sights and legendary landmarks. Hear the story behind the buchetta doors, also known as "buchette del vino," small openings in the walls of buildings in the city. These unique architectural features date back to the Renaissance period, specifically to the 16th and 17th centuries. They were used by winemakers to sell wine directly to customers, bypassing the taxes and regulations imposed on wine sold through shops or taverns.
Day
8
FLORENCE- VENICE
Via Venezia
Travel to Venice via high-speed train. Later, grab your favourite few for a private Gondola ride followed by a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
MOORS & OARS Enjoy the quintessential Venetian experience with a Gondola ride on the iconic canals. Glide through the narrow waterways with the expert maneuvers of your gondolier who navigates with just a single oar-while possibly offering a serenade or two. Get a new perspective of the city sights, architecture, picturesque bridges, and bustling waterfronts from the comfort of your private water taxi. Mama mia!
Day
9
VENICE
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Dates & prices
Dates
Prices
Status
Departure Date :
2025-10-02
Return Date :
2025-10-10
Twin :
8699 NZD
Open
Departure Date :
2025-09-18
Return Date :
2025-09-26
Twin :
8859 NZD
Open
Departure Date :
2025-09-04
Return Date :
2025-09-12
Twin :
8859 NZD
Open
Departure Date :
2025-06-26
Return Date :
2025-07-04
Twin :
8859 NZD
Open
Departure Date :
2025-05-29
Return Date :
2025-06-06
Twin :
8859 NZD
Open
Departure Date :
2025-05-15
Return Date :
2025-05-23
Twin :
8859 NZD
Open
Departure Date :
2025-05-01
Return Date :
2025-05-09
Twin :
8859 NZD
Open