Rome, Tuscany and Amalfi in Luxury
Let’s set the stage for your perfect Italian escape…
Days 1-3: Florence
Stay: Check-in at the Portrait Firenze, and enjoy a spectacular view of the river Arno and Ponte Vecchio—steps from the alluring boutiques of Via Tornabuoni. Elegance, sophistication and utmost attention to detail are redefined in this palatial mansion, portraying Italian haute couture of the 50s, when Florence captivated the world’s attention once again.
Explore: Enjoy Michelangelo’s David skipping Galleria dell’Accademia’s notorious lines; then intimately experience some of the most famous Renaissance works––Raphael, Caravaggio, Botticelli––with your private guide at the Uffizi.
Shop: For the fashion maven, a trip to the Ferragamo Museum will pique your passion, only then satisfied by a trip to one of the most exclusive shopping centers in Italy where you can find Gucci, Armani, and Loro Piana, among others.
Eat: Looking out over the River Arno, Michelin-starred Ristorante Borgo San Jacopo offers guests the ultimate fine dining experience with unforgettable views while historic Ristorante Bucamario serves delicious traditional Florentine cuisine in a breathtaking 16th-century cellar.
Days 4-7: Tuscany
Stay: Borgo Santo Pietro is Robin’s favorite hotel in the region for its sprezzatura–the untranslatable Italian word for elegance appearing effortless. The five-star Relais & Chateux property has a world-class cooking school, 300-acre organic farm, Michelin-starred restaurant and holistic spa.
Drink: Chianti Region: At the heart of the Marchese Antinori wine Dynasty, you will visit the cellars and wine making facility where the homonymous Tignanello and the iconic Solaia wines are crafted. Montalcino Region: take a beautiful drive to the DOCG Brunello di Montalcino wine area, visiting the beautiful ‘Fiesole Estate’ home of the ‘Casanova di Neri’ winery. Taste the ‘Tenuta Nuova’, which has just received 100/100 points from Robert Parker.
Play: Have fun riding a vespa along the scenic and peaceful roads of Chianti. Explore small medieval villages situated in the heart of Tuscany and stop into a renowned farm for a wine tasting and a delicious lunch.
Eat: Hand-make ravioli di ricotta and tagliolini al nero with Mama Olga at the Borgo Santo Pietro Cooking School. And after wine tasting in Chianti, spend some time at Falorni––one of the oldest butcher shops in the country––sampling their production of prosciutto, salami, and cheese.
Days 8-11: Rome
Stay: A vibrant, modern-day icon atop the Spanish Steps, Hotel de la Ville is a lively 18th-century palazzo that both embodies and overlooks life in the Eternal City with its sweeping city views. Fall for its enchanting courtyard, exquisite food from Fulvio Pierangelini, effervescent rooftop bar, street-side bistro and Sicilian-inspired spa.
Explore: Your first day in Rome, enjoy an exclusive private tour of the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel with your licensed guide before it opens to the general public. The following day, trace the history of the glorious past of the Eternal City walking through its monumental ruins like the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Your final day, take a private car to the enchanted village of Tivoli, one of the oldest villages outside Rome, exploring Villa d’Este’s magnificent Renaissance fountains.
Eat: Our favorite Roman restaurants are all about the atmosphere. Roscioli is Rome’s quintessential trattoria established in 1892 and patronized primarily by locals. Like the best Italian fare, the cuisine is simple and delicious, using the regions superior ingredients toward culinary perfection. La Sibilla is a hidden gem an hour outside of the city-center, situated within a Roman temple nestled in the cascading hills of Tivoli. Dining alfresco on their beautiful terrace, the atmosphere come second only to the next-level cuisine; you may very well have your best meal in Italy here.
Days 12-13: Capri
Stay: Caesar Augustus is amongst the most panoramic properties in the whole of Italy–– if not the world. This iconic Relais & Chateaux is famous for its romantic rooms and suites and its unbelievably beautiful views of the sea surrounding the island of Capri.
Explore: Before arriving at your spectacular accommodations, journey into a defining moment in history with your private guide at the archaeological site of Pompeii. Explore its architecture, traditions and local life before this bustling city was destroyed by Mount Vesuvius erupting in 79 AD.
Relax: Meet your boat captain for a beautiful day on the crystal-clear waters of Capri and the Costiera. During your private boat tour, visit the most enchanting coves and grottos along the coastline, as well as the island’s exclusive picturesque beaches. Stop for a glass of Greco di Tufo a la spiaggia, and leap into the clear blue waters of the Mediterranean.
Eat: La Terrazza di Lucullo is Hotel Cesar Augustus’ acclaimed restaurant. From the vegetables grown in the kitchen garden to the freshest catch delivered by the island's fishermen each morning, only the best locally-sourced ingredients are used to create chef Eduardo Vuolo's deliciously light Mediterranean cuisine.
Days 14-16: Amalfi
Stay: The villa of Il San Pietro Hotel rests on a promontory with breathtaking views of Positano, its coastline and the striking rocks of Capri. Its romantic rooms offer a private terrace and spectacular sea view, with authentic details like terra cotta floors and fresco-covered doors.
Explore: Your driver will pick you up at your hotel and take you on a beautiful drive on the charming Amalfi Coast. You will ride in all comfort and enjoy the scenic route overlooking the Sea and the charming fisherman’s villages. The following day, your expert hiking guide will meet you at your hotel for 4-mile journey through untouched landscapes of one of the most famous coastlines in the world. This trail called The Path of the Gods by locals, goes through tunnels of elm and oak trees surrounded by strawberries bushes and Mediterranean vegetation; it crosses wild cliffs adorned by prehistoric caves and terraced vineyards.
Eat: Zass is Il San Pietro’s Michelin starred restaurant is surrounded by a bright, Mediterranean atmosphere. Chef Alois Vanlangenaeker 's dishes embody his quest for purity, harmony & refinement. And the Michelin Star Restaurant Rossellini in Ravello is set in a charming hamlet where you can enjoy a stunning sunset and even more fantastic dinner.