Italy 2025

Included

• Meals included: 14

• Hotels included: 4 nights at the Fortuna in the heart of Perugia, 4 nights in Florence just steps from the Duomo

• Transportation by private coach included 

• All admissions included

• Private experienced tour guide

• Knitting instruction classes

$5,300 USD per person double occupancy ($500 single supplementary)

50% deposit required; 50% sixty (60) days prior to trip

*Flights not included
*Must get travel insurance

Highlights 

• The picturesque ancient city of Perugia 

• Tour of the Lungarotti wine vineyard with lunch and wine tasting 

• Gothic Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi 

• Tour of city of Gubbio

• Shopping and nightlife in Florence

• Santa Maria del Fiore known as the Duomo

• Guided tour of Florence and tour of a Florence leather showroom 

• Ponte Vecchio 

• Shopping at Italian yarn stores 

ITINERARY

Oct 24-25 - Overnight flight 

Oct 25 - 29 - Perugia (4 nights) 

Benvenuto in Italia! Welcome to Italy, a land rich in history, culture, cuisine, art and romance. You will arrive at Rome Fiumicino airport where your tour guide will greet you and you will travel to your destination, the hilltop town of Perugia, Italy, a city that can trace its roots to the ancient Etruscan period. Enjoy a guided walking tour of Perugia and dinner with specialties of Perugia. Meals included – dinner 

Torgiano 

We travel to the vineyards of Lungarotti where we will take a guided tour of the wine producing process learned generations ago on a family owned vineyard. We will also experience a wine tasting with lunch at the vineyard. Knitting cast on party. Meals included – breakfast, lunch 

Assisi 

We will travel the short distance to the enchanting town of Assisi, the birthplace of St Francis of Assisi. We take a guided tour of the Gothic Basilica of St. Francis completed in 1253. We explore the upper and lower churches and marvel at the medieval frescos depicting the life of St Francis before descending to the marble crypt below. Upon return enjoy some free time in Perugia before dinner. Meals included – breakfast, lunch 

Gubbio

Gubbio is located on the lowest slope of Mt. Ingino, a small mountain of the Apennines.  Gubbio is home to the world’s largest illuminated Christmas lights which are in the shape of a giant Christmas tree on the side of a mountain. It has the second largest surviving Roman theatre in the world. For those that dare there is a cable car that ascends up the mountain that offers spectacular views. At the top of the mountain is the Basilica of Sant’Ubaldo with a stunning marble alter and enormous stained glass windows depicting the life of the saint. Gubbio is also known for its exquisite ceramics, quaint shops and beautiful views. Meals included - breakfast, dinner

Lynn Ruggieri is a dual citizen of Italy and the U.S. and splits her time between the two countries, residing in Perugia for the last 10 years. She will show you the medieval towns and amazing landscapes that are not the usual tourist destinations. She will share with you Italy from the perspective of a native and you will discover the treasures of the country she calls home. Her passion and enthusiasm will make for an unforgettable experience.

Join Marny Kindness (knitter, instructor, knitwear designer) for knitting classes throughout the tour of Italy. We will learn new skills and create knitwear that is inspired by our Italian travels. All knitters should have a basic understanding of knitting. 

10/29 - 11/2 Florence (4 nights)

Welcome to Florence! It is the birthplace of the Renaissance. We will begin our visit with a guided walking tour of the historic center of Florence’s treasures and monuments. After a quick lunch of authentic Florentine panini sandwiches we will take a private tour of a leather showroom where you can be personally fitted with luxurious leather jackets, coats and bags. Free time to enjoy the sights and shopping of Florence. Meals included – breakfast, dinner 

Florence

We will visit the Cathedral of the city, which dominates the skyline of Florence, Santa Maria del Fiore known as the Duomo. The dome atop the architecturally Renaissance designed masterpiece is still the largest brick and mortar dome in the world. Meals included – breakfast, dinner

Florence

We will shop on Ponte Vecchio (a picturesque medieval arched bridge over the Arno River, famous for its historical significance), visit the Uffizi Gallery to see world class art, visit a yarn shop, explore the city, and do a food and wine tour of the city. Meals included - breakfast

Florence
For our last day in Florence, we will take a pasta making class. We will spend time exploring more of the city. Option for visit to Michaelangelo’s David. Knitting. Meals – breakfast, dinner 

Flight home departing Italy 

Meals – Breakfast