Itinerary
La Dolce Vita: Rome to Lake Como 12 days
12 days
La dolce vita
Twelve days bring together the layers of Italy, from Rome’s ancient streets to Tuscany’s countryside, Florence’s Renaissance treasures and the quiet elegance of Lake Como. Begin in Rome, moving between its great landmarks while getting a taste of the city’s food culture along the way. In Tuscany, the pace slows among the rolling hills of the Crete Senesi, with truffle hunting and local wine offering a more intimate side of the region. Florence shifts the focus to art, food and craftsmanship before the journey ends on Lake Como, where mountain scenery, gardens and grand villas create a peaceful final chapter.
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Step by step
Journey Route
DAYS 1-4
Rome
Arrive in Rome and explore its highlights on a private golf cart tour, from the Colosseum and Trevi Fountain to the Pantheon and Spanish Steps. Visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, then explore the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, finishing with a private pizza and gelato class.
DAYS 5-6
Tuscany
Travel into Tuscany and head to the Crete Senesi for a private truffle hunting experience with a master truffle hunter and his dog, followed by a truffle-focused lunch and wine tasting on the estate.
DAYS 7-9
Florence
Continue to Florence and discover the city's artistic heritage, including Michelangelo's David and its historic centre. Explore Florence through its food, craftsmanship and art, with a private market visit and pasta-making class, followed by a tour of the Oltrarno's artisan workshops and the Uffizi Gallery's Renaissance masterpieces.
DAYS 10-12
Lake Como
Continue to Lake Como and explore the lake by private Venetian water taxi, admiring its mountain scenery and elegant lakeside villas. Visit Villa Carlotta and its botanical gardens before returning by boat.
