Tailor-made Holidays in Italy
One country that means so many things to so many different people. A feast for gourmets. An endless, open air catwalk for fashionistas. An art gallery for connoisseurs. A symphony for opera lovers.
The list goes on. Beaches for sun worshippers. Vineyards and vintages for wine connoisseurs. Soft light and extraordinary scenery for photographers and artists. Classical architecture, museums and galleries for the cultured. Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Maseratis, Ducatis and Moto Guzzis for mechanics. Ancient towns and Roman remains for historians. Festivals, events, town squares and tiny villages for anyone and everyone who appreciates the ‘gioia di vivere’ that is Italy.
Talk to Richard French. As one of our Italy experts, he understands ‘joy of life’ Italian-style. He will recommend you immerse yourself in the romance of Venice (and enjoy a few bellinis at Harry’s Bar). He’ll tell you the best time to experience opera live, in Verona’s magnificent Roman amphitheatre. Or, if you’re serious about Puccini he’ll point you in the direction of the lakeside festival of Torre del Lago – close to the maestro’s birthplace – near the walled city of Lucca.
Then there’s the art of Florence, the food of Naples, fashion shopping in Milan, the vibrancy of Turin, Rome with its Vatican City, the architecture of Siena and Pisa…plus the countryside of Tuscany, the lakes of Northern Italy, the islands of Capri, Sicily and Sardinia, the Amalfi coast, the Italian Alps…
Blog posts about Tailor-made Holidays in Italy
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Amalfi Coast Hotels
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Monastero Santa Rosa, Amalfi Coast
An ancient monastery that combines a historic atmosphere of peace and calmness with distinctly modern opulence.
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J.K. Place Capri, Capri
Your luxury, tailor-made holiday to Capri must include a stay at the rather special J.K. Place.
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Palazzo Avino, Ravello
Even by the standards of the Amalfi coast, the Avino is a jewel – with Michelin stars.
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Hotels in Northern Italy and The Lakes
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Grand Hotel Tremezzo, Lake Como
The supremely elegant, Art Nouveau-styled Grand Hotel Tremezzo – an essential part of any ‘Grand Tour’.
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Hotel de la Ville, Milan
Close to everything – including perfection – Hotel de la Ville reflects the elegant, fashionable heart of Milan.
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Hotel Splendido, Portofino
A perfect hillside setting that lets you overlook the Mediterranean, without missing the magic of Portofino.
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Rome Hotels
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Hotel Bernini Bristol, Rome
Stay in a central, luxury, five star hotel as part of your tailor-made holiday to Rome.
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Hotel d’Inghilterra, Rome
As recommended by princes, English poets, actresses and film stars – and today’s most knowledgeable world travellers.
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Villa Spalletti Trivelli, Rome
Stay in the classical atmosphere of a Roman villa – with the trappings of a country estate.
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Sardinia Hotels
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Hotel Don Diego, Porto San Paolo, Sardinia
It’s a four star luxury hotel with traditional service, typically Sardinian décor and wonderful local cuisine.
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Sicily Hotels
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Verdura Golf & Spa Resort, Sicily
The perfect place if you take your relaxation seriously. Bring friends – there’s even a football pitch!
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Des Etrangers Hotel & Spa, Syracuse, Sicily
Stay in a grand, luxury hotel at the heart of a historic, five star, island setting.
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Grand Hotel Timeo, Taormina, Sicily
Grand hotel with the luxury of overlooking an ancient Greek Theatre and miles of beautiful coastline.
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Tuscany Hotels
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Savoy Hotel, Florence
At the Savoy, in Italy’s most artistic city, the art of the hotelier reaches new levels.
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Hotel Helvetia & Bristol, Florence
Stay in the heart of Florence, in a hotel known for its architecture, history and service.
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Grand Hotel Continental, Siena
Stay in the only truly five star hotel within the ancient city walls of mediaeval Siena.
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Venice and Verona Hotels
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Hotel Cipriani, Venice
The Cipriani is the quintessential Venetian hotel, with Canaletto-style views and boat taxi to St Mark’s.
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Londra Palace, Venice
Take a water taxi, and land in a majestic, luxury palace in the heart of Venice.
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Hotel Accademia, Verona
With the Hotel Accademia and Juliet’s balcony, Verona must be one of Italy’s most romantic cities.
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Escorted tours
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Art Fund
Amalfi & Naples
(11 - 18 April 2013)
Explore the Amalfi Coast - a seemingly endless stretch of dramatic clifftop views, sparkling blue water, and charming hilltop towns.
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Gardens of the Northern Italian Lakes
(12 - 18 May 2013)
From the beauty of the Italian horticulture, to the serenity of the northern lakes, this tour opens up a different side of Italy.
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Art Fund
Italy: The Legacy of Apulia
(3 - 8 September 2013)
A Luxury ArtFund escorted tour to the lesser-known but most-beautiful Apulia region, 'the heel' of Italy.
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Art Fund
Gardens of the Tuscan Villas
(7 - 12 September 2013)
Take in the beautiful villas and even more beautiful gardens of Tuscany, north west Italy.
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Art Fund
A Feast of Venetian Art
(21 - 25 November 2013)
An Art Fund Tour exploring the Venetian paintings and glorious architecture of the City of Art.
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Train Journeys
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Orient Express Rail Journey
Intrigue, mystery, romance. Fine cuisine, famous names, fabulous destinations – this is more than a train journey.
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