ABOUT THE TRIP

September 27 - October 5, 2026

$11,500

Single Supplement $3,500

Come with La Dolce Vita to breathtaking Italy—the land of Renaissance masters, sculptors, papermakers, winemakers, truffle hunters, glassblowers, and marble artisans. The list could go on forever, but what I love most about Italy are her people and her food.

Italians live with their hearts wide open. They are passionate, expressive, and warm. They greet you with joy and they part from you with tears. They adore their bambini just as much as they revere their nonnas. When it comes to food, they never hold back. To Italians, food is everything: it heals, comforts, and nourishes both body and soul.

On this 9 day adventure, we’ll enjoy more bespoke, immersive experiences than ever before. We’ll be staying at the beautiful Villa La Massa, my favorite havenjust outside Florence. Why? Because it offers the best of both worlds: nestled in the serene countryside, yet only a 15-minute complimentary hotel coach ride into the city.

After our sun-drenched days in Florence, we’ll travel by private coach to Verona. If you’ve never been, get ready to fall in love. This charming town, which inspired Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, is home to a Colosseum even older than the one in Rome, Juliet’s famed balcony, and winding streets perfect for strolling, shopping, and eating. We’ll enjoy lunch and free time to explore. If timing allows, I have a little surprise in store before we continue on to Venice.

In Venice, we’ll stay at the magnificent Gritti Palace, perched right on the Grand Canal. With breathtaking views of the Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute and San Giorgio Maggiore—and just steps from St. Mark’s Square—the Gritti is the perfect base for discovering the magic of Venice. While several special activities are planned, you’ll also have plenty of time to shop, dine, and wander through this unforgettable city at your own pace.

By day, we’ll wander the charming streets, discovering fine Italian gold, sumptuous fabrics, and timeless craftsmanship. By evening, we’ll retreat to the villa, where birdsong, gentle breezes, relaxing massages, and refreshing swims await—the perfect combination!

Our journey through Italy is filled with unforgettable experiences. Among some of the things you will experience in Florence, you’ll enjoy a private tour of the city, an energetic truffle hunt, and a private dinner prepared by an exceptional chef at Officine Gullo’s special venue—housed in a beautifully restored building connected to an old church. After dinner, we’ll take a private, candlelit tour of that church. You’ll also visit a few carefully selected museums and enjoy a private tour—and lunch—at a luxurious cashmere factory. Several group lunches and dinners are planned throughout our stay.

For those seeking a once-in-a-lifetime experience, an optional hot air balloon ride is available. Lifting off at dawn, it’s a magical way to greet the day above the Tuscan countryside—something I’ve done myself and highly recommend.

Included in Price of the Trip

Breakfast Every Morning

Luxury 5 Star Accommodations at Villa La Massa- holds a green Michelin Star & 2 Michelin Keys and Gritti Palace- holds two Michelin Keys

3 Dinners

3 Lunches

All tours and events listed above

All Gratuities for our events

Private Luxury Buses

All taxis and/or Ubers to our events

This does not include your airfare, taxi to and from the airport, travel insurance, your hotel mini bars, any services you book on your own, any gratuities for services you book on your own, any reservation for the days before or after the trip, or the optional hot air balloon ride add-on.

Every day is a dream in Italy. I hope you will join us for an unforgettable 10 days. I do think this journey will be one of the favorites in your heart.

Spaces for this exclusive journey are limited.

To reserve your spot or request more information, please contact

Laura Wilson at:

260-341-4300

or

LaDolceVita139@aol.com