With its wealth of prized art, grand architecture, and rich history, Italy is often considered the cultural capital of the world. At its centre, stands the Eternal City, Rome, home to Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum, the Vatican, and a never-ending list of global landmarks. Italy is where Renaissance art meets Baroque architecture, where vestiges of the ancient Roman empire meet the glittering, modern fashion houses of Milan, where Venice’s canals, Tuscany’s wine regions, and the gorgeous Amalfi Coast have drawn visitors for hundreds of years.
With its wealth of prized art, grand architecture, and rich history, Italy is often considered the cultural capital of the world. At its centre, stands the Eternal City, Rome, home to Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum, the Vatican, and a never-ending list of global landmarks. Italy is where Renaissance art meets Baroque architecture, where vestiges of the ancient Roman empire meet the glittering, modern fashion houses of Milan, where Venice’s canals, Tuscany’s wine regions, and the gorgeous Amalfi Coast have drawn visitors for hundreds of years.
Italians strongly believe in la dolce vita, or the good life. Gastronomic pleasures, buzzing bars, fine coffee in streetside cafes, and full-bodied wine are mainstays of everyday life. From family-run trattorias offering hearty, home-style meals to fine Michelin-star restaurants turning out gourmet truffles and Mediterannean delicacies, Italian dining covers a vast spectrum. Come with us to Italy, and we’ll show you the star attractions and the best-kept secrets of this European gem.
Carnevale in Venice is a huge celebration with masquerade balls, parades, concerts, and street performances. Dressed in elaborate costumes and donning mysterious Venetian masks, crowds throng the streets, reliving a slice of 18th century history. Join thousands of people at this epic celebration of customs and culture in the heart of Venice.
Chianti is among Tuscany’s most renowned wine regions, with beautiful rolling hills dotted with vineyards and chestnut forests, medieval villages and castles. Wine bars across the area serve up the best locally-produced vino and offer tasting sessions, while restaurants combine their wine tasting with full-course meals. Sample the best produce of the region directly at Chianti’s wineries.
Drive a Ferrari or Lamborghini on the roads of Maranello, or along the hairpin bends of the Modena Apennines. Experience extreme speed and the thrills of being a receiver driver on a test drive track. Or sign up for a bespoke tour in a supercar, exploring Italy’s finest regions in speed and style.
Turin has a long history of chocolate making, dating back to the 1500s. Master chocolatiers have created classics like bon bons, pralines, and truffles. The cacao and hazelnut fused Gianduiotto is a Turin specialty created in the 1800s. Discover this rich tradition at the city’s coffee houses, sampling a variety of the finest local chocolate products, coffee specialities and craft delights.
The Selvaggio Blu, or the Wild Blue, is a glorious beautiful trek, known for its challenging routes high above limestone cliffs and down to secluded beaches on rugged terrain. Hiking this trail is a test of endurance, but the rewards far outweigh the efforts, as you wind your way along Sardinia’s beautiful Orosei Gulf.
Alberobello is known for its charming collection of a 1000 “trulli-houses”, postcard-perfect homes with conical roofs, found only in this region of Puglia. Explore the town for insights into the local way of life. Discover a house that has been restored as a museum to, and in a private trullo garden, enjoy a delicious tasting of local, seasonal produce.
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