BRAND NEW FOR 2027: Expedition Cruises!

Tuscany is the land of beautiful food and wine. Explore the Accademia Gallery for the secrets of Florence’s history, then immerse yourself in Italy with a vibrant market walk and hands-on cooking class. Head to the culinary school with your chef for an Aperitivo and learn how to make real Tuscan pasta and Tiramisu.

Chianti and the medieval town of Siena are the heart of Tuscany, and Bologna is known as foodie paradise. Dive into your destinations like a local. Enjoy artisanal food shops as you stroll through the marketplace. A private tour leads you to the finest of the Parma and Moderna region, including prosciutto and Parmesan cheese makers, and a Balsamic vinegar producer. Finish with a visit to the Museum of Wine’s Traditions with a final tasting. Bliss!

PLAN AND BOOK

Included Unique Activities

  • Best of Florence Walking Tour with David, Duomo, and Accademia Gallery
  • Florentine Cooking Class & Market Tour
  • Private Tuscan Villages Tour
  • Single Vineyards Wine Tasting & Private Tour
  • Private Bologna Street Food Tour
  • Private Tasting Tour of Northern Italy
Best of Florence Small Group Walking Tour with David & Duomo

Best of Florence Small Group Walking Tour with David & Duomo

Small Group Florence Cooking Class & Market Tour

Small Group Florence Cooking Class & Market Tour

Oltrarno at Sunset: Florence Food & Wine Tour

Oltrarno at Sunset: Florence Food & Wine Tour

Private Tuscan Villages Tour

Private Tuscan Villages Tour

Private Bologna Street Food Tour

Private Bologna Street Food Tour

Private Tasting Tour of Northern Italy

Private Tasting Tour of Northern Italy

Single Vineyards Wine Tasting & Private Tour

Single Vineyards Wine Tasting & Private Tour

Accommodations

3 Nights

4-Star Elegant City Center Hotel

2 Nights

Historic Castle Winery

2 Nights

Sophisticated Central Hotel

Transportation and Guides

  • Meet & Greet with Private Transfer on Arrival in Florence
  • Private Chauffeur Transfer from Florence to Chianti
  • Private Chauffeur Transfer from Chianti to Bologna
  • Private Transfer to Bologna Airport upon Departure

Meals Included

  • 7 Gourmet Italian Breakfasts
  • Private Bologna Street Food Tasting Tour
  • Private Tasting Tour of Northern Italy
  • Florence Market Tour & Cooking Class

Points of Interest

  • Intricate Frescoes in the Famous Uffizi Courtyard
  • Michelangelo's Iconic David Statue
  • Architectural Masterpiece Brunelleschi's Dome
  • The Art of Making Legendary Tiramisu
  • Visit to Balsamic Vinegar Producer
  • Parma Cheese Factory Tasting
  • Medieval San Gimignano UNESCO World Heritage Site

Historic Center of Florence, Tuscany Region

Uffizi Gallery, Florence, Tuscany Region

Ponte Vecchio, Florence, Tuscany Region

Bardini Gardens, Florence, Tuscany Region

Florence Cathedral, Florence, Tuscany Region

Florence, Tuscany Region

Piazza San Marco, Florence, Tuscany Region

Boboli Gardens, Florence, Tuscany Region

UNESCO World Heritage sites

Historic Center of Florence

Historic Center of Florence

Historic Center of Siena

Historic Center of Siena

Bologna

Bologna

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2026 LOW SEASON

Available Dates

Aug, Nov, Dec

From $6,289 per person

2026 MID SEASON

Available Dates

Jul, Sep, Oct

From $6,543 per person

2027 LOW SEASON

Available Dates

Jan, Feb, Dec

From $6,411 per person

2027 MID SEASON

Available Dates

Mar, Aug, Nov

From $6,784 per person

2027 HIGH SEASON

Available Dates

Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Sep, Oct

From $7,122 per person

Your Price Includes

ACCOMMODATION

  • 7-Nights Superior Italian Accommodations

TRANSPORTATION

  • Meet & Greet with Private Transfer on Arrival in Florence
  • Private Chauffeur Transfer from Florence to Chianti
  • Private Chauffeur Transfer from Chianti to Bologna
  • Private Transfer to Bologna Airport upon Departure

DINING OPTIONS INCLUDED

  • 7 Gourmet Italian Breakfasts
  • Private Bologna Street Food Tasting Tour
  • Private Tasting Tour of Northern Italy
  • Florence Market Tour & Cooking Class

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

  • Best of Florence Walking Tour with David, Duomo, and Accademia Gallery
  • Florentine Cooking Class & Market Tour
  • Private Tuscan Villages Tour
  • Single Vineyards Wine Tasting & Private Tour
  • Private Bologna Street Food Tour
  • Private Tasting Tour of Northern Italy

POINTS OF INTEREST

  • Intricate Frescoes in the Famous Uffizi Courtyard
  • Michelangelo's Iconic David Statue
  • Architectural Masterpiece Brunelleschi's Dome
  • The Art of Making Legendary Tiramisu
  • Visit to Balsamic Vinegar Producer
  • Parma Cheese Factory Tasting
  • Medieval San Gimignano UNESCO World Heritage Site

Prices Based On

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  • Self-guided vacation package. Choose any date to begin your travels.
  • Prices are per person based on 2 people traveling together and sharing a room.
  • Traveling alone? No problem. Just ask us for a single supplement price.

"Italy anniversary trip"

Jan Pepe

GA

Ellie did a fabulous job helping me put together the perfect trip for my clients. She paid such great attention to the details I sent her, and my clients said the trip was AMAZING! Thank you Ellie!!!

"mom and daughter trip"

Tracy Layton

Ireland

What an amazing trip! I chose Authentic because the itinerary sounded exactly what we wanted to see. But what made this the trip of a lifetime was our driver/guide, Colm Dunlea. He was absolutely incredible. The stories he told, the little side trips he took us on, the tips he gave us as we arrived in each of the towns/cities, the pictures he took and all of the extras he gave us were just so very much appreciated. I am forever grateful to Colm Dunlea for all he did. He was BRILLIANT!!!

"85th birthday gift celebration"

Patricia Slota

Montague Michigan

Our trip to Ireland was beyond amazing. Each day brought new vistas filling us all with the heart of this beautiful land, The accomadations were just magical and each one had a lovely history of its own. The tour itinerary was well designed to teach us about Irelands different areas and history. Special praise to our ProCar chauffer / guide, Mr. Declan Cummins for going way above to care for each traveler . ( We were a varied group.) He is a huge asset to your company, We all grew very fond of him by weeks end. Thank you all for creating this wonderful adventure. I'd do it over again in a heartbeat!

"Denmark Vacation"

Eric Jensen

Minneapolis, MN

My clients' 'Denmark in the Spring' trip exceeded expectations — from the seamless logistics to the curated experiences in both Copenhagen and Aarhus, every detail was thoughtfully arranged. Their drivers and guides were exceptional, bringing the destinations to life in ways they couldn't have discovered on their own. They returned home already dreaming of their next trip.

"Mom and daughter trip"

Jill Loveless

Wisconsin

My client and her mother contacted me about travel to Ireland. They wanted something private and special. I met my Authentic Vacations' sales rep the night before and decided to send in a request. Best decision ever! Lauren L. received my request and immediately sent me an email with a few ideas, we talked on the phone and within 2 days I had a winning itinerary.

Fast forward. My client emailed me on arrival day and was very pleased with the service. She emailed me again on the last day and raved about their driver Colm Dunlea.

Working with Authentic Vacations was effortless. I highly recommend them and plan to use their service again.

"Family Vacation"

Denise Ferraro

New York

As a travel advisor, this was the first Ireland trip I entrusted to Authentic Vacations, and they knocked it out of the park. The clients loved having a private driver, thought the hotels were ideal, and a castle stay was the perfect ending to the trip.

"Birthday Family Trip"

Joan Cook

Illinois

My group of 10 returned from a week in Ireland where I hired a driver through Authentic Vacations. Delcan went above and beyond as I had 2 80+ women in the group that could not walk long distances. He found wheelchairs at every venue. My clients said he was very kind and friendly. Thank you to Jennifer at Authentic Vacations who made this experience a memory of a lifetime.

"Family Adventure"

Loryl Haggard

Fort Thomas, KY

Amber M. does the best job bringing my ideas to life for my clients. She truly builds the best curated trips and makes me look like a rockstar. From start to finish - she is there every step of the way. Having her and Authentic's support is awesome! Thank you for another excellent adventure!

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