Classic Italy trip

A private water taxi from Venice International Airport transfers you directly to your hotel for a personalized check-in and time to relax after travel. This classic Italy trip opens in Venice, a floating city of art and romance.

Explore St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, then savor a gondola ride beneath the Rialto Bridge. Enjoy tailor-made recommendations from local guides to discover hidden calli, artisan shops, and authentic dining on your Italy travel.

Explore Venice on a private guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, the Bridge of Sighs, and the Venetian prison. Your expert local guide reveals art, history, and hidden corners for an authentic, tailored Italy trip experience. 

End with a private 30-minute gondola ride through romantic canals, a peaceful way to view the city from its waterways, and create lasting memories.

Enjoy a private water taxi to Murano for an intimate visit to a traditional glassworks. Watch a master glassblower transform molten glass into exquisite pieces as your guide unveils centuries of Murano glassmaking.

After the demonstration, browse the showroom to discover vases, delicate figurines, jewelry, and unique home decor crafted on site.

In the early afternoon, your local assistant escorts you by private water taxi to Venice train station for a concierge rail service to Florence. On arrival, a private transfer takes you to your hotel to check in and relax.

Delve into Florence on a private, tailor-made walking tour. Explore Piazza della Signoria, the Cathedral and Baptistery, and the shops of Ponte Vecchio with local insights into architecture, history, and artisans.

Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s David, then lose yourself in the Uffizi’s Botticelli, Raphael, Titian, and Caravaggio masterpieces for a deep dive into Renaissance art.

After hotel check out, meet your local assistant for a private transfer to Florence train station and board the concierge rail to Rome. Sit back and enjoy scenic views. On arrival, our assistant will transfer you to your hotel for check-in and time to relax.

In Rome, your Italy itinerary invites you to roam the Colosseum’s grand ruins, marvel at the Pantheon’s ancient dome, toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain, and explore the Vatican’s treasures, including St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel. Experience history, art, and lively street culture guided by local insights.

Experience a private guided tour of Ancient Rome and the Colosseum, walking through towering arches and into the arena where gladiators fought. Your expert guide brings vivid stories of combat, public spectacle, and daily life, giving insider access and priority entry.

Explore Palatine Hill's imperial ruins with panoramic views over the Roman Forum, then descend into the Forum to stroll through temples, basilicas, and streets that shaped the empire.

Begin your private guided tour of Vatican City, tailored to your interests. Explore the Vatican Museums, home to priceless masterpieces, including the Raphael Rooms and the Vatican Painting Gallery, with works by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Leonardo da Vinci.

Stand beneath Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes in the Sistine Chapel: the Creation of Adam, the Last Judgment, and the very ceiling that witnesses the Papal Conclave. Then step into St. Peter’s Basilica to admire Michelangelo’s Pietà, intricate mosaics, and the soaring nave.

After checking out from your hotel, meet your personal driver for a private transfer to Fiumicino International Airport in time for your outbound flight.

Enjoy a relaxed last view of Italy with assistance for luggage and a smooth airport arrival. This final transfer completes your classic Italy trip, a tailored travel experience that leaves you with authentic memories and local insights.