FLORENCE

Welcome to Florence, the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance. Upon arrival, private transfer to your hotel. Take some time to wander the oldest streets in the city including the Arno River and the famous Ponte Vecchio, perhaps visit one of the incredible museums this city has to offer before starting your food journey tomorrow.

FLORENCE FOOD TOUR

Begin your day with a leisurely breakfast, then embark on a small group culinary journey through the heart of Florence. Meet your guide at the Mercato Centrale, a bustling food market brimming with fresh ingredients and local delicacies. Discover the rich flavours of Tuscany as you explore the stalls and hear fascinating stories about regional cuisine. Next, enjoy a cooking class in a charming local venue, where a skilled chef will teach you traditional techniques to create authentic Tuscan dishes. Savour your meal afterward, and then enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore Florence at your own pace.

FLORENCE

Breakfast at your hotel. Today is a day at leisure. We suggest a small group tour to Chianti – a special region in Tuscany, blessed with a timeless landscape, excellent wine and lavish food (not included). Your pleasant drive through gently rolling hills brings you to Greve, a delightful borough known as the Gate of Chianti, where you will stop to explore their relaxed rhythm of life. Head to a local farmhouse where you will be shown around grapevines and cellars, followed by a tasting of delicious wines accompanied by local specialities. Continue on to Montefioralle, a charming town adorned by stone walls and climbing roses; enjoy a peaceful stroll along its windy, cobbled streets. Stop at Badia a Passignano, home to an historic Benedictine abbey, for beautiful views of Florence.

FLORENCE – BOLOGNA

After breakfast, private transfer to the train station to board your First-Class train to Bologna. Upon arrival, private transfer to your hotel. Explore the city on your own, or choose to add-on an optional private walking tour including the beautiful Anatomical Theatre of the Archiginnasio (not included).

BOLOGNA FOOD VALLEY

After breakfast, you will be picked up for your private gourmet food journey in the Italian Food Valley, where the most famous and delicious Italian products are produced. Your English-speaking driving escort will lead you to to discover of some amazing food at: a Parmigiano Reggiano factory; a Lambrusco wine producer; and a Balsamic Vinegar “acetaia” where you will enjoy a meal that is the true synthesis of the character of the region.

BOLOGNA – TURIN

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. This morning, private transfer to the train station to board your First-Class train to Turin. Upon arrival, private transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, begin a private walking tour of the capital city of Piedmont, known for its refined architecture, historical buildings and cuisine including chocolate and coffee shops. Walk through a variety of elegant Piazzas, while enjoying three ‘sweet’ tastings.

LANGHE DEL BAROLO

Breakfast. Begin your private full day journey in the Langhe del Barolo region. With your English-speaking driver, you will discover one of the prime wine regions of Italy: the Langhe, home to Nebbiolo grape, and to Barolo and Barbaresco wine. After some time at leisure in the quaint village of Barolo, step into a local winery for the first tasting, entirely dedicated to Barolo wine. From here, we proceed to La Morra, a delightful little hamlet offering narrow alleys and a terrace with breath-taking views. Stop at a winery set amidst vineyards, where you will visit the cellar and taste a selection of four wines, accompanied by cheese, cold cuts and local appetizers.

TURIN — MILAN — HOME

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and private transfer to Milan Malpensa airport for your departure home.