AN INTIMATE WEEK-LONG RESIDENCY IN FLORENCE, ITALY
Florence is not a city to conquer, it’s a city to linger in. Roam & Gather’s week-long residency is designed for those who want to live inside the city, not rush through it.
This journey is intentionally centered in one place. Rather than racing from town to town, we slow down, immersing ourselves in Florence and the surrounding Tuscan countryside with curiosity and care. Our experiences are privately guided and locally rooted. We prioritize intimacy over scale, depth over volume, and time over checklists. This is travel designed to feel human again.
Every aspect of this journey has been curated by Angi to highlight the experiences she treasures most about Florence and Tuscany. From hand-selected guides to unique local experiences, the trip emphasizes authenticity, depth, and connection. You’ll have space to sink in, to notice, and to experience Florence not as a visitor passing through, but as someone temporarily at home.
During our week together, we’ll explore Florence with a trusted local art historian, cook in the home of a Florentine chef, spend an evening in the Chianti countryside, and step inside working artists’ studios.
Everything is hosted, coordinated, and thoughtfully paced so you can focus on presence rather than planning.
The Trip at a Glance
Where:
Florence, Italy
Dates:
November 7-13, 2026 | 7 days, 6 nights
Investment:
$5800 per person (double occupancy)
+$900 single supplement
Total Number of travelers:
8
Deposit required for booking:
$1500
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Day 1 — Arrival & Welcome
Our time together in Florence begins the Italian way: with aperitivo.
In the early evening, we’ll gather for a relaxed welcome - wine, small bites, and our first moments together as a group. From there, we’ll make our way to a cozy local trattoria for a leisurely dinner, setting the tone for the days ahead and easing into the rhythm of Florence.
Meals included: aperitivo, dinner
Day 2 — Art, Place & Perspective
Today begins with a visit to a personal friend of Angi - an American sculptor who has been living and teaching in Florence for many years. We’ll visit his studio, and get an exclusive look at how centuries of artistic tradition continue to shape contemporary work in the city.
Afterwards, you’l have time to wander, browse, and choose lunch at your own pace.
In the afternoon, we’ll come together again for a private walking tour led by one of Florence’s premier art historians. Through stories detailing the rich history of this city, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of Florence’s medieval and Renaissance roots, and encounter one of the most iconic works of the Renaissance, Michelangelo’s David.
The evening ends with dinner at a beloved local restaurant.
Meals included: breakfast, dinner
Day 3 — Craft & Curiosity
Florence’s artistic lineage extends far beyond its museums. Today, we’ll visit a selection of local artisans’ studios in Florence’s quieter Oltrarno neighborhood, where traditional techniques are kept alive through dedicated, contemporary practice.
The afternoon is intentionally open. Use this time to explore at your own rhythm - linger in a museum, revisit a favorite neighborhood, rest, shop, or follow your curiosity wherever it leads.
Later, those who wish can join Angi for aperitivo at a nearby wine bar. Later, the entire group will gather for a relaxed, candlelit dinner in this charming part of the city.
Meals included: breakfast, dinner
Day 4 — Into the Tuscan Countryside
Today we leave the city behind and head into the rolling hills of Chianti for a privately guided wine tasting experience.
We’ll spend the day tasting wine and seasonal food from small, local producers and exploring one of Tuscany’s beautiful hill towns with time to wander on your own.
The day concludes with a farm-to-table dinner, shared in a quiet rural setting.
Meals included: breakfast, dinner
Day 5 — A Day for You
Today is entirely yours.
You might choose to explore Florence more deeply, take a slow morning, visit a museum or garden, or venture further afield on a day trip. This pause is intentional, an opportunity to follow your own interests and reflect on everything you’ve experienced so far.
Meals included: breakfast
Day 6 — Senses, Stories & Shared Tables
On our final full day, we’ll reconnect with our guide for a sensory-led exploration of Santa Croce Basilica and lesser-known corners of the city. This experience invites you to notice Florence in a new way - through sound, texture, and atmosphere.
The afternoon is open for you to make any final visits to where your curiosity leads you.
In the evening, we’ll gather for our farewell experience: a private pasta-making class in the home of a Florentine chef. In her kitchen, we’ll cook together, sip prosecco, listen to music, and end the week with an intimate, candlelit dinner made by our own hands.
Meals included: breakfast, dinner
Day 7 — Departure
This morning, we say goodbye, for now.
After breakfast, you’ll check out and continue onward, whether back home or deeper into Italy, carrying new memories, meaningful connections, and a sense of expansion to take with you.
Meals included: breakfast
Please note: Experiences may shift slightly to accommodate weather, availability, or local conditions. Any changes are made thoughtfully and with the spirit of the trip fully intact.
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7 days/6 nights accommodations at a boutique hotel in a shared room (please note: day 1 and day 7 are your arrival and departure days, and not full days)
6 breakfasts (hotel) and 5 dinners (including 2 glasses of wine or beer)
All ground transport during itinerary activities
Guided walking tours with a Florentine art history expert
Private pasta-making class in the home of a local chef
Chianti countryside excursion with wine tastings and farm-to-table dinner
Museum visits including Accademia and Basilica Santa Croce
Five hosted group dinners
Breakfast daily at the hotel
Tassa di soggiorno (Italian tourist taxes)
Pre-travel assistance to ensure you’ll have a smooth journey
Pre-departure video chats with your fellow travelers to get to know one another before arriving in Florence
Insider knowledge from Angi & team on great things to do, see, and eat in Florence
All experiences are hosted and expertly coordinated to remove decision fatigue and allow you to stay fully present.
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* Round-trip airfare to Italy
* Transfer to/from Florence before and after our time together begins
*Mandatory travel insurance with health coverage
* Alcohol/drinks/food at any meals not detailed as part of the itinerary
* Souvenirs and other personal expenses
* Gratuities for guides and hotel staff
* Any activities not outlined in the itinerary
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Rooming & Single Supplement Policy
Prices are based on double occupancy. We will do our very best to pair you with a compatible roommate. If you are traveling solo and request a private room, a single supplement applies.If you are open to sharing but we are unable to pair you with a compatible roommate, the single supplement will apply.
Please note that European hotel rooms are smaller than what you may be used to in the US. Please make sure you’re comfortable with this before agreeing to share a room. If you request to change rooms after hotel arrangements are made, you will be responsible for any additional charges incurred, including and up to the full cost of a single room.
the beauty of small group travel
This journey is intentionally intimate with a maximum of six guests, plus Angi and on-the-ground support. Eight travelers in total. This allows for flexibility, personal attention, and a sense of ease that larger tours simply can’t offer.
You are hosted throughout by Angi, with thoughtful pre-travel guidance included. On-the-ground support ensures that every detail is handled — so you can remain fully present.
This trip may be right for you if…
You value depth, slowness, and emotional resonance over packed schedules
You’re drawn to travel that feels personal, human, and thoughtfully hosted
You enjoy lingering meals, meaningful conversation, and shared experiences
You embrace genuine connection with a small, intimate group of fellow travelers
You’re seeking an alternative to large group, well-beaten path experiences
This trip may not be right for you if…
You prefer fast-paced itineraries or checking off as many sights as possible
You’re most comfortable traveling independently
You prioritize amenities over atmosphere and experience
Minimum Participation
This experience requires a minimum of five guests to run. If the minimum is not met by the confirmation date, all payments will be fully refunded.
How To Join Us
Reservation & Payment
Enrollment is now open. Space is limited to eight guests. A non-refundable $1500 deposit secures your seat.
With only eight travelers, space is limited and confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis once the deposit is received.
The remaining balance is due in two installments:
• 50% of the remaining balance due May 15
• Final balance due September 15
Because accommodations, guides, and private experiences are reserved well in advance, all payments are non-refundable.
We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance, including “cancel for any reason” coverage, to protect your investment should your plans change unexpectedly.
If the minimum number of guests is not met, all payments will be refunded in full.
Once your deposit is received, you’ll receive a confirmation email along with next steps and pre-travel guidance.
For any questions, you’re welcome to reach out at hello@roamandgather.com.
