The Vatican, Ancient Rome and Roman food, with private guides and skip-the-line entry.
Rome rewards a plan: timed entry to the Vatican Museums and the Colosseum, guides who bring the ruins to life, and free evenings for the piazzas and trattorias.
Our itineraries give Rome two to three days, with private guides and skip-the-line tickets at the big sites, then continue to Florence, Tuscany, Umbria or the Amalfi Coast.
Private and fully custom. Use one as it is, or as the starting point for your own trip.
12 days · Amalfi Coast, Rome, Florence, Venice
Capri by boat, Pompeii, the Vatican, a Tuscan countryside day and a private boat in the Venice lagoon.
13 days · Rome, Venice, Tuscany
Culinary Highlights of Rome, Venice – A Taste of the Lagoon, Barolo Wine Tasting.
8 days · Orvieto, Bagnoregio, Spoleto
Spoleto, Spoleto – Montefalco – Bevagna – Spello – Umbria Countryside, Citta di Castello – Gubbio.
Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel with a private guide and skip-the-line entry.
Learn to prepare classic Roman dishes with fresh ingredients.
A stop in the hilltop town on the drive from Rome to Florence.
In their own words, from trips we planned.
“He customized our vacation to fit all of my requests. … The drivers and guides he used were knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating for any changes we made on the tour. The hotels he booked were all centrally located and close to wonderful restaurants and sites.”
John and Tiffany
“Every day was well planned using experienced drivers and local guides. … I was so happy not to drive and everything was beautifully arranged and curated daily by David. I would highly recommend this group.”
Jeff and Suzan, southern Italy
Trip story from one of our travellers: A first trip to Rome, Siena, Florence and Venice
Mild and lovely, but Easter brings large crowds to the Vatican.
Hot; plan sightseeing early and keep afternoons slow.
Warm days and softer crowds: a great time for Rome.
Shorter queues and a festive atmosphere at Christmas.
Something else on your mind? A member of the team replies personally.
Our itineraries give Rome two to three full days: one for the Vatican, one for Ancient Rome, and time for food and wandering.
Yes. Our 12-Day Best of Italy includes skip-the-line entry for the Vatican Museums and the Colosseum, with private guides.
Florence and Tuscany, Umbria, Naples and the Amalfi Coast are all close. Our Umbria tour also starts in Rome.
Yes. Our 13-day food and wine itinerary starts with a guided Roman food tour and a cooking class.
Tell us your dates and what you love. Your trip designer will reply with ideas and a first proposal.
12-Day Best of Italy