DAYS 1 & 2

Arrive in Rome on Day 2. Your luxury hotel, built in 1894, is within walking distance of the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain and Via Veneto. 

St. Regis Grand Hotel, Rome

DAYS 3 & 4

Begin your journey into Umbria in the medieval town of Orvieto with a stroll through the tranquil square. Then visit the breathtaking cathedral and the Duomo, one of the finest examples of gothic architecture in Italy. Immerse yourself in the past while strolling Spoleto’s ancient streets. Delight all your senses at a private wine tasting and lunch of Umbrian delicacies in the pink stone village of Spello, perched on a hill above fertile plains and vineyards. 

Villa Milani, Spoleto

DAYS 5 – 7

In Umbria’s loveliest towns, explore historic sites, marvel at ancient frescoes and delight in hearty cuisine and world-class wines. While in the magnificent hilltop town of Torgiano, enjoy the finest cuisine in Umbria and take a private tour of the Wine and Olive Museum and nearby Deruta, renowned for its ceramic art. Explore Assisi, the crown jewel of the medieval hill towns, and Perugia, the capital of Umbria. 

Le Tre Vaselle, Torgiano

DAYS 8 & 9

Journey by Eurostar train into Puglia and explore the unspoiled Gargano Coast, home to quaint fishing villages, mysterious grottoes and beautiful sea caves. Along the Gargano Coast, explore the 10th-century Peschichi, and stand on a cliff overlooking the dazzling Adriatic Sea. Explore Vieste’s well-preserved medieval monastery and expansive castle. 

Hotel Baia dei Faraglioni, Mattinata

DAYS 10 & 11

Visit the picturesque seaport of Trani, wonder at the flower-like stone formations in the caves at Castellana and discover the white stone trulli in Alberobello, the white city of Ostuni. Then enjoy a private lunch and taste Puglian wine at an organic wine farm. 

Il Melograno, Monopoli

DAYS 12 & 13

Explore the fabulous mountainside ghost town of Matera, ancient city of stones. Its cave dwellings have been inhabited since the Paleolithic era. Depart from Bari on Day 13. 

Il Melograno, Monopoli

Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air pricing is subject to change. International airfare is additional. Other restrictions may apply. Contact us for complete journey details.

DAYS 1 & 2

Arrive in Rome on Day 2. Your luxury hotel, built in 1894, is within walking distance of the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain and Via Veneto. 
St. Regis Grand Hotel, Rome

DAYS 3 & 4

Begin your journey into Umbria in the medieval town of Orvieto with a stroll through the tranquil square. Then visit the breathtaking cathedral and the Duomo, one of the finest examples of gothic architecture in Italy. Immerse yourself in the past while strolling Spoleto’s ancient streets. Delight all your senses at a private wine tasting and lunch of Umbrian delicacies in the pink stone village of Spello, perched on a hill above fertile plains and vineyards. 
Villa Milani, Spoleto

DAYS 5 – 7

In Umbria’s loveliest towns, explore historic sites, marvel at ancient frescoes and delight in hearty cuisine and world-class wines. While in the magnificent hilltop town of Torgiano, enjoy the finest cuisine in Umbria and take a private tour of the Wine and Olive Museum and nearby Deruta, renowned for its ceramic art. Explore Assisi, the crown jewel of the medieval hill towns, and Perugia, the capital of Umbria. 
Le Tre Vaselle, Torgiano

DAYS 8 & 9

Journey by Eurostar train into Puglia and explore the unspoiled Gargano Coast, home to quaint fishing villages, mysterious grottoes and beautiful sea caves. Along the Gargano Coast, explore the 10th-century Peschichi, and stand on a cliff overlooking the dazzling Adriatic Sea. Explore Vieste’s well-preserved medieval monastery and expansive castle. 
Hotel Baia dei Faraglioni, Mattinata

DAYS 10 & 11

Visit the picturesque seaport of Trani, wonder at the flower-like stone formations in the caves at Castellana and discover the white stone trulli in Alberobello, the white city of Ostuni. Then enjoy a private lunch and taste Puglian wine at an organic wine farm. 
Il Melograno, Monopoli

DAYS 12 & 13

Explore the fabulous mountainside ghost town of Matera, ancient city of stones. Its cave dwellings have been inhabited since the Paleolithic era. Depart from Bari on Day 13. 
Il Melograno, Monopoli

Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air pricing is subject to change. International airfare is additional. Other restrictions may apply. Contact us for complete journey details.

St. Regis Grand Hotel
Rome, Italy

Built in 1894 as the first deluxe hotel in Rome, the 5-star St. Regis Grand is within walking distance of the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain and Via Veneto. Upon reopening in mid-December 1999, after an extensive restoration and renovation, the St. Regis Grand reclaimed its status as the finest hotel in Rome and one of the best in the world. This honor has been reemphasized by recently being named to Condé Nast Traveler’s 2002 Gold List.

You can enjoy a unique dining experience at the restaurant Vivendo, nominated by Zagat as the number one restaurant in Rome, and the Gold Key award winner for design and decor. The private wine cellar, Di Vino, selected to be depositaire de l’enotheque Dom Perignon, offers private dining with regional and international menus enhanced by a wide selection of wines to complement each course.

The St. Regis Grand features luxuriously appointed guest rooms and suites in an eclectic combination of Empire, Regency and Louis XV styles. Every guest room has a unique hand painted fresco depicting a Roman scene installed above the beds’ headboards, and features Murano glass chandeliers and Hermes bathroom amenities.

Villa Milani
Spoleto, Italy

Situated a few kilometers from the historical center of Spoleto, in a splendid position that dominates the town, the Villa Milani is surrounded by 20 acres of natural meadows and woods. Built in 1880, the villa was the country residence of the architect Giovanni Battista Milani, one of the most important exponents of the Roman architecture. It was named a Historical Residence by Regione Umbria. The 18th century portal of the Salon opens on an Italian garden, embellished by a Renaissance fountain and travertine balustrade.

The swimming pool overlooks the green meadows and the woods of Monteluco Valley. Villa Milani’s restaurant and its creative cuisine is the ideal place to discover the typical tastes of the past accompanied by vintage wines. The hotel also offers laundry and business services.

Villa Milani has only 11 rooms, each furnished with valuable antique furnishings, and individually named after the constellations. Each room is unique but each is air-conditioned and has deluxe amenities including a TV, mini bar, hairdryer, bidet and a bathtub or a shower.

Le Tre Vaselle
Torgiano, Italy

Within the city walls of Torgiano is the Hotel Le Tre Vaselle, a refined inn and restaurant. The structure of the large 17th century manor is characteristic of an old Umbrian residence with its thick stone walls, wooden beams, terracotta floors and impressive stone fireplaces. The fine decor combines antique Umbrian furnishings from the 17th and 18th century, hand-woven fabrics from central Italy, trompe-l’oeils, oil paintings, embroidery and antique etchings on a viticulture theme.

The hotel has an outdoor pool with sun-deck among century-old olive trees, and an indoor pool with whirlpool and counter-current swimming, sauna and a small, equipped gym. The dining room windows look out on terraces, gardens, courtyards and the wide Tiber River valley. The surroundings are reflected in the menus offered which are based on local and regional products which arrive daily from the Lungarotti farm.

The 61 rooms and suites at the Hotel Le Tre Vaselle, are quiet and airy, with views across the surrounding valley over the terraces, courtyards, or a baroque garden. All rooms are decorated with antique furniture and equipped with independent air conditioning and heating, direct access phone in the bedroom and bathroom, satellite TV with radio, radio alarm, safe, bar, and bathroom with tub, shower and hairdryer.

Hotel Baia dei Faraglioni
Mattinata, Italy

The only 5 stars luxury hotel on the Gargano Coast, Baia dei Faraglioni Beach Resort overlooks one of the most beautiful bays in Italy and is located in the heart of the biogenetic park “Monte Barone.” This 10-story hotel features and services include: a swimming pool; he famous French Spa Phytomer, tennis courts; boutique shops; barber/beauty shop; laundry/valet services and a gymnasium. There is also two restaurants, bar and lounge on property. The picturesque white pebble beach is reserved only for hotel guests, and is uniquely accessed by mean of an elevator excavated in the rock cliffs.

Baia dei Faraglioni offers several dining choices, including “Le Orchidee” (or under stars) featuring traditional Gargano’s cuisine, unique cuisine and live music in “Le Terrazze” and a light menu served on the terrace of the pool at “I Faraglioni.”

The relaxing rooms have air conditioning, mini bar, hairdryer, satellite TV, bathroom with shower massage, direct phone line and safe. Travcoa rooms have a private garden or terrace. PLEASE NOTE: All the rooms at this hotel have ONLY ONE BED.

Il Melograno
Monopoli, Italy

A 17th century “Masseria” or fortified farmhouse, Il Melograno was built originally as a defense against Saracen and Byzantine invaders. Today, after an impeccable restoration, it is a luxurious five star Relais & Chateaux hotel, nestled in a sea of olive trees bent by breezes from the Adriatic and gnarled by the passing centuries. Located 5 miles from Il Melograno property, near the ruins of ancient Egnazia, is the Le Tamerici Beach Club—a relaxing large sandy beach. The hotel offers a complimentary scheduled shuttle service for your convenience. On site features include an indoor and an outdoor swimming pool, spa and beauty facilities and a business center.

Flanked by olive trees dating back to biblical times, the Ristorante Il Melograno specializes in the Apulian version of the much acclaimed Mediterranean cuisine. Puglia is renowned for its vast variety of dishes based on local vegetables and hand made pastas unique to the region. The olive oil is pressed from olives grown on the estate, and many of the seasonable vegetables come from the hotel garden.

Each of the 31 rooms is nestled around the central piazza, and has been individually furnished with antiques under the care of the owner Camillo Guerra, an art and antique dealer. All of the rooms are air-conditioned and feature satellite TV, in-room safe, mini bar and hairdryer.

Marta Luna

A native of Buenos Aires, Argentina, Marta speaks Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian and English. She’s an “insatiable traveler”, very interested in history, art and literature, and also paints as a hobby. She resides both in San Francisco and Italy.

Travel Dates: September 11, 2010