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.

• 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.

* 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

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.