10-Day Rome, Ponza, Tuscany & Florence

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This morning you'll enjoy a unique breakfast in the Vatican Museums' courtyard before opening hours. You'll then visit the impressive St. Peter’s Square and Church with a guide and explore the Vatican Museums, Raffaello’s rooms and the Sistine Chapel. You'll also have the option of an exclusive visit to the Vatican Museums after the opening hours to attend the Pope's audience (only on Wednesday). In the afternoon, you can enjoy a class learning how to make Gelato.

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This morning your personal driver will pick you up for your cooking class, starting at Rome’s famous Esquilino market. You'll learn about the rich traditions of Roman food and select the fresh, seasonal ingredients to prepare the dishes or pizza. In the afternoon, you'll have plenty of free time to explore Rome by yourself or by taking one of these many tours: Rome by bike, Bulgari Experience, Rome by Vespa, Tivoli tour, Castelli Romani tour or Ciociaria tour.

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This morning your personal driver will take you to Anzio (1 hour away from Rome), where you will board a ferry to Ponza. In Ponza, your personal driver will transfer you to your hotel. Ponza is the largest island of the Italian Pontine Islands archipelago and was named after Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor of Judea who tried Jesus of Nazareth for sedition against Roman rule. The island is renowned for being a Roman holiday destination and its food, views and relaxed vibe won't disappoint.

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Ponza is a small island renowned for its pretty beaches, fisherman and good food. The Etruscans created the now famous Blue Grottoes, connecting the town of Ponza to the large sandy beach called Chiaia di Luna. The island has many archaeological ruins visible everywhere, including Egyptian, Canaanite, Greek, and Phoenician necropolis ruins in the middle of the island. During your time on Ponza, you can explore these ruins, relax on the beach and enjoy the fresh food.

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This morning your personal driver will take you to the Ponza pier where you will board a ferry to Anzio. From the pier in Anzio, your driver will take you to your hotel in Florence. After checking in, you'll have the rest of the day to relax, explore Florence as you wish or head out on a tour. There are many ways to explore Florence and one of these could be by bicycle. You may also want to take a leather and jewellery tour, indulge in a perfume-making experience or visit the Boboli Gardens.

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This morning you'll meet your personal guide for a historical walking tour, starting from Repubblica Square, the heart of the city. Stroll through streets and alleys of the medieval quarter to Palazzo del Bargello and Piazza della Signoria. Then, you'll visit the Santa Croce Church and Accademia Gallery with a room dedicated to Michelangelo. You'll then visit the Florence Cathedral and the Uffizi Gallery, home to works by one of the most important artists of all times.

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This morning, you'll transfer to the Tuscan countryside. On the way, you will visit Siena's historical centre, see Piazza del Campo, the Tower of Mangia and the lively and narrow streets surrounded by romantic palaces. You'll also visit the stunning Gothic Cathedral with panoramic views. You'll then visit San Gimignano, known as the City of Beautiful Towers, a classic medieval walled hill with its 14 surviving medieval towers. You'll arrive at your hotel in the evening.

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Today you will meet up with your “Truffle Searching” expert of the San Miniato hills and his inseparable dog, who will lead for a walk in the woods with them and then a wonderful tasting lunch with truffles. In the afternoon, you can either enjoy some free time relaxing at your hotel or head out on a tour of the surrounding Chianti area. You can choose to take a hot air balloon ride over the beautiful countryside, an Ape Tuk Tuk tour or visit Montepulciano.