Italy in Opulence
Venice → Lake Garda → Motor Valley (Modena/Bologna) → Tuscany → Florence
7 days
Venice’s palatial elegance, Lake Garda’s tranquility, the adrenaline of Motor Valley, and Tuscany’s artistic heart are seamlessly woven into a week-long crescendo of luxury. This is a program that moves from water to speed, vineyards to Renaissance—unfolding Italy at its most aspirational.
Day 1:
Arrival in Venice
City of Water and Wonders
Transfer: Private boat fleet (~30 minutes) from airport to Aman Venice or The Gritti Palace.
Experience: Guests explore Venice’s quieter canals with expert guides. Hidden artisan workshops open privately—mask makers, gold leaf artisans, gondola carpenters. Murano glassmasters stage a private demonstration, with guests creating their own small glass souvenirs.
Evening: Exclusive masked gala at Palazzo Pisani Moretta, closed for the group. Arriving by gondola, guests step into candlelit halls draped in Venetian splendor. Dinner unfolds with operatic interludes, evoking Carnevale at its most opulent.
Day 2:
Venice
VIP Immersion
Morning: Private gondola serenade experience, staggered across groups, with professional photographers capturing the moment.
Lunch: Oro Restaurant at Aman Venice, its terrace floating on the Grand Canal, menus crafted with Venetian elegance.
Afternoon: Behind-the-scenes access to the Doge’s Palace “Secret Rooms”—off-limits to the public—where guests stand inside ancient prisons and council chambers. Afterwards, a private Venetian mask-making masterclass.
Evening: Sunset cocktails atop Aman Venice’s secret rooftop, overlooking the lagoon as church domes glow golden in twilight.
Day 3:
Lake Garda
Romance & Adventure
Transfer: Luxury coach (~2 hours).
Activity: Guests split across a fleet of sleek motor yachts to explore Lake Garda. Stops include Malcesine Castle and lemon terraces. Swimming and water sports offered for adventurous guests.
Lunch: At Tenuta la Presa, an elegant vineyard with private courtyard dining. A rustic-meets-gourmet menu pairs estate wines with fresh lake fish and northern Italian delicacies.
Evening: At Lido Palace in Riva del Garda, aperitivo is served in lakeside gardens, followed by a gala dinner with live classical quartets and lake views.
Day 4:
Motor Valley
Ferrari, Lamborghini & Luxury Driving
Transfer: Luxury coach (~3 hours).
Activity: VIP tours of Ferrari, Maserati, and Lamborghini museums and production lines. Guests then rotate through a private driving experience on Ferrari’s Fiorano track or Lamborghini’s circuit, in full safety. For non-drivers, curated museum and culinary activities keep the program inclusive.
Lunch: Osteria Francescana, Modena—Massimo Bottura’s Michelin three-star legend, reserved exclusively for the group in private rooms.
Evening: Gala dinner in Modena’s Palazzo Ducale, accompanied by a vintage car display and ambient jazz trio.
Day 5:
Tuscany
Wine, Villas, and Countryside Magic
Transfer: Coach (~3 hours) to Chianti region.
Experience: Private truffle hunt with trained dogs, followed by a wine tasting at an iconic Chianti estate.
Lunch: Castello di Ama, a hilltop winery blending contemporary art with Tuscan tradition. Guests dine overlooking vineyards.
Evening: Sunset gala dinner at Villa Cora, Florence, with its landscaped gardens and Renaissance glamour. A string ensemble plays while Florence twinkles below.
Day 6:
Florence
Renaissance & Art
Morning: Early private access to the Uffizi Gallery, guided by art historians who bring Botticelli and Caravaggio to life. A short walk to the Ponte Vecchio follows, before crowds gather.
Lunch: Enoteca Pinchiorri, Florence’s three-star Michelin jewel, hosting the full group in private dining salons.
Afternoon: Teams split into workshops: Florentine leather artisans or goldsmiths introduce them to centuries-old craftsmanship, with hands-on creation of keepsakes.
Evening: Rooftop farewell gala on a private Florence terrace, with sweeping city views and fireworks to close.
Day 7:
Departure
Transfer: Private minibuses (~30 minutes) to Florence Airport.
Optional VIP Extension: Early-morning hot-air balloon flight over the Tuscan hills, capped with champagne breakfast—ideal for executive subgroups.
These sample programs are provided for inspiration only. All details—including venues, restaurants, and activities- are subject to availability and suitability. Our programs will always be designed and customized based on the client’s briefing, objectives, and budget at the time of the proposal.