Unlike your typical Italian vacation, this journey is our rendition of what a dreamy (and foodie) sojourn should be. It includes an array of food and wine experiences fit for royalty along with rich cultural adventures. The region remains untouched by mass tourism and because of this, tradition and authenticity can be found around every corner. Join us on this journey and you will find yourselves immersed in sensational colors, flavors, and surreal views. Treat yourselves to a well-deserved 7-night stay in a spectacular estate, overlooking the beautiful lake of Trasemino, surrounded by olive groves. Revel in the delight of your en-suite bedroom, and indulge in the offerings of our local Chef. Travel to Umbria and experience the benevolence of its people as well as the sheer magnificence of the region.
Upon your arrival in, you will be collected and whisked on an adventure that begins with a self-guided visit to Orvietto, followed by a lovely, leisurely lunch (own account). We then take a short drive to what will be your stunning home for the exciting week that lies ahead of you. In the evening, our chef will tantalize your palate with traditional cuisine and perfectly paired wine. We welcome you to Umbria, a mesmerizing place, indeed. Rest assured that your hosts will do their utmost to cater to your needs, all you have to do is revel in the luxury and delight of your surroundings.
On this Sunday morning, we discover the incredible town of Assisi. Your private guide awaits for a 3-hour walking tour followed by lunch (own account) and the afternoon discovering the delights of the town and its intriguing shops. We then return to the estate where we have the opportunity to indulge in some leisure time, why not take a dip in the pool, or read a good book alongside it? Dinner and drinks will be served amidst the incredible views, as the sun sets over the impeccable estate.
Today, after a morning at leisure, our local chef Daniele introduces you to the art of making pasta and tiramisu in the comfort of our villa, all before lunch is served. After a quick "siesta," guests are invited to join their hosts for a casual visit to Perugia and its famous chocolate by stopping at some of the local artisans for a tasting. Tonight is pizza night, when guests are invited to join our chef around the outdoor pizza over and make their very own.
After a lovely morning at leisure, we depart for Spoleto and its award-winning streets. There, flowers of all colors and shapes decorate ornate balconies and stairways. After lunch (own account - guests invited to join us at our favorite Michelin-inspired eatery), we depart for our truffle hunting experience followed by a memorable truffle-inspired dinner in a unique setting of the Montefalco area.
Today we venture into Montefalco and start by visiting a family farm where animals, pepper the fields. We first take a stroll through the beautiful hilltop village of Montefalco, where we become acquainted with the locals that produce linen and olive oil. To end our adventurous day, we visit a local farm where we learn about Umbrian cheeses and enjoy a lovely lunch. Rest of the day at leisure, followed by dinner at the villa.
After another wonderful breakfast, we make our way to Tuscany. We start with Siena, home to the famous "Palio", where our local guide greets us for a short, yet fun tour of the city's main attractions. After lunch (own account), we hit up a smaller yet not any less exciting town of Tuscany: Montepulciano. Tonight, we enjoy a lovely dinner at a 14th-century palace's wine cellar, paired with some of the region's most incredible wines.
Today is yours to do as you please, do as much or as little as you please. Relax by the pool, or experience an array of exciting activities. If staying at the villa, lunch will be incluced. Be it horseback riding and hiking, boating on the lake or shopping for locally made cashmere and ceramic products, we will be delighted to assist. In the evening, our Chef prepares an Umbria and Tuscan-inspired meal to remember, paired with some of our favorite wines.
Time to say "Ciao a Tutti". Your transfer back to Rome will be included (to either the airport or a city - Transfers to other cities can also be arranged for a small supplement). Why leave so soon, though? Have our team design the perfect extension around Italy or Europe, or stay in the same villa for a second week, as Tim, our Orlando-based wine expert joins Chef Fonzo for a week focusing on wine tasting through Tuscany.
We’ve just returned home from an amazing trip to Umbria, Italy!! We had a fantastic time, the villa and its grounds were breathtaking!! Mikael & Kevin went above and beyond to make sure we had a memorable vacation… and they succeeded!! Already booked our next trip with Art In Voyage!!
Wonderful week in Umbria. The food and wine were fabulous! Our daily tours were fun, and we learned a lot. It would be impossible to say what I liked the most, because everything was great! Our hosts went out of their way to make sure that all our needs were met. It was perfect!
Thank you so much for our amazing trip to Umbria! Your team truly catered to our personal preferences on every level; with both of us being foodies, it made a difference! Our favorites were the fantastic dinners by Chef Jennifer and her AIV touches? Her culinary creations were arts themselves! The truffle hunt with Bruno was a wonderful experience as well as the visits to the various local towns! Looking through the pictures they were each different and very charming! Memories for a lifetime for sure!
Art in voyage exceeded every expectation I had. Each day I thought well they can’t do better than this and the next day they did. you didn’t even know they were paying attention to our conversations but then they would adjust the schedule and you realized it was because they were paying attention to what we wanted. You can’t ask for better than that
Our day-to-day itinerary may, from time to time and prior to departure, need to be altered or slightly modified to address possible unforeseen logistical and weather challenges. In such rare instances, Art In Voyage guarantees delivery of the content of the itinerary yet, in a different order.
All listed retreats (hotels, villas, and barges) are, at times, subject to changes. In such rare instances, similar or higher standards will be upheld.
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