ITALY Bologna | Capri | Cinque Terre | Florence | Lake Como Lake Garda | Matera | Milan | Naples | Perugia | Pompeii | Portofino Positano | Puglia | Rome | Sicily | Siena | Sorrento | Venice WITHOUT A CROWD 2027-2028
Front cover: Tuscany As we begin our 80th year, I find myself reflecting on how much has changed since Alex Harris led our first journeys to Eastern Europe in the 1940s, and on the things that have remained at the heart of Alexander+Roberts ever since. Through the decades, as Bob Drumm expanded our journeys around the world and refined our distinctive style of travel, we have remained focused on what matters most: thoughtfully crafted itineraries, exceptional experiences, and extraordinary guides who bring each destination to life. Even the smaller details, from including every transfer to enjoying a glass of wine with lunch and dinner, reflect our belief that travel should feel effortless and generous. Much of that evolution has been inspired by our guests. Many have traveled with us time and again, telling us, “I wish you had a journey to…” or their thoughts on how to make their travels even better. We have always listened. And so, as we celebrate 80 years, we continue to explore new possibilities. Our newest journeys include Spectacular Italy for Never More than 16 Guests, along with new Private Journeys across East and Southern Africa, France, Germany, and Patagonia. All are imbued with the distinctive A+R style and led by the remarkable guides who make our travels so special. Eighty years have taken us around the world, but our greatest journeys are still the ones ahead. We hope you’ll join us. Warmly, Scott Avera President
Meteora, Greece Italy Italy by Rail.............................................................................8 Spectacular Italy: Rome, Tuscany + Venice.......New......... 12 Italy’s Amalfi Coast...............................................................14 Rome to Tuscany................................................................. 16 Northern Italy: Florence, Bologna + Milan........................ 18 Milan, the Lake District + Venice.......................New........ 20 Southern Italy: Puglia + Matera.........................New........ 22 Florence, Portofino + Cinque Terre....................New.........24 Enchanting Sicily.................................................................26 Our Journeys 3
All of our Small Groups, everywhere, are Never More than 16 Guests. More attentive service is possible with fewer travelers. Our warm and expert guides are able to give you more thoughtful attention, enhancing your experience every day throughout your journey. Delight in the richer connections that our intimate group size engenders. It’s easier to form meaningful bonds, both with fellow travelers and with your guide. Shared experiences feel more personal, and meals become lively, social occasions where stories flow and friendships form quickly. Enjoy access to unique experiences that make the world so special. Our Small Groups can go where large ones can’t, from World Heritage Sites to vineyards, village markets, and family-run restaurants. We can stay nimble and enjoy more immersive, off-the-beaten-path moments without a crowd. The luxury of smoother, more enjoyable touring with a variety of transportation styles— motor, rail, boat … evolves from the fact that our Small Groups move more efficiently. We spend less time waiting and more time discovering. Eight Decades of Thoughtful Journeys Celebrating 80 Years of Innovation 1947 1954 1970 1972 1979 1975 1973 1954 General Tours is founded by Alex Harris Began operating first scheduled tours to the Soviet Union First tours to Egypt Founding member of United States Tour Operators Association Introduced tours to China ASTA names Alex Harris and General Tours East Africa Travel Pioneer First safaris to Africa Introduced first tours and cruises to South America 4
Our Private Journeys are flexible yet structured. Perfect for couples, families, and friends, our Private Journeys blend the ease of a planned itinerary with flexibility and choice. Our expert local guides are seasoned Englishspeaking professionals who are in-the-know natives of the region. They bring local culture, history, and daily rhythms to life. We keep you comfortable and reassured. Some Private Journeys feature reserved seats in first-class high-speed rail with private transfers between hotels and stations. Others offer you a private driver and guide throughout. And you can always reach us while on tour. Private Journeys are built upon flexibility and include your choice of curated private tours to match your pace, interests, and priorities. Custom, well-crafted, tailor-made itineraries are a specialty of our eight decades of success. If you are looking for a journey that is truly unique, we can customize an itinerary for you anywhere in the world. 1992 1995 2011 2014 2020 1996 2002 2016 2021 Robert Drumm partners with Alex Harris General Tours buys TBI Tours and expands journeys to Asia Introduced Small Group Journeys of Never More than 16 Guests General Tours is rebranded as Alexander+ Roberts Scott Avera becomes president and Robert Drumm, CEO Expands South America journeys First tours to Cuba Began offering tours to North America Expansion of Private Journeys 5
Bhutan Botswana Pay-In-Full Savings Save up to $1,000 per couple | $500 solo on all of our Small Group, Small Ship, and Private Journeys when you pay in full at time of booking. Native-Born Guides who are Caring and Knowledgeable Guests consistently express their delight in exploring with a friendly, engaging and well-spoken native-born guide who is also knowledgeable, culturally sensitive, and who can provide true insider access. With the benefit of our remarkably Small Groups as well as our Private Journeys, our seasoned guides bring thoughtful awareness and respond with attentiveness to the needs of every traveler. You’re always in capable hands. Where You Stay Matters Wonderfully active days with an evening retreat to a five-star hotel, lodge, small ship stateroom, or safari camp is our style. Comfortable, welcoming, and perfectly located accommodations accompanied by fine dining in evocative settings is our foundation for a well-rounded luxury touring experience. 6
80 Years of Worldwide Discovery For eight decades, we’ve been opening doors to the world’s most captivating places, guiding travelers beyond the expected. Since our first journeys in the 1940s, we’ve witnessed history unfold, new nations emerge, and traditions evolve. Yet the essence of what we do has remained the same, providing authentic encounters that connect people and place. Our long-standing relationships and deep local knowledge help us craft experiences that reveal the character of each destination, offering guests not just a trip, but a richer understanding of the world across all seven continents. Travel with Purpose Our guides come from communities large and small throughout the world, as do the hotel and restaurant managers and staff with whom we work. Although we have a beneficially light footprint with our Small Groups and Private Journeys, we make a large economic impact on the urban and remote communities where we travel and from which we source our supportive team. We believe that engaging our guests in the world we all inhabit makes life better for all of us. Vietnam Sol Y Luna 7
ITALY BY RAIL Rome, Florence + Venice and more! 9 DAYS + FROM $4,799 + Small Group or Private Sightseeing Venice Our Distinctive A+R Style + The most flexibility for exploring Rome, Florence, and Venice: select your travel dates, choose from a collection of fine hotels, enjoy sightseeing privately with your traveling party or in a small group, and tailor your experiences to your interests. + Chauffeured airport and rail station transfers are included to make your journey to Italy convenient and carefree. + High-speed Italo trains with reserved first-class seats make travel faster between cities and allow you to delight in the beauty of the Italian countryside in comfort. + You can add extra nights in any city, reverse your journey and begin in Venice, or even add additional sightseeing from our selection at AlexanderRoberts.com + Easily extend your journey with our Short Tours to Sorrento + Pompeii, Positano, Lake Como, or Cinque Terre with private touring, rail, and chauffeured transfers. 8 Contact your Travel Advisor or visit AlexanderRoberts.com Complete descriptions for all of our sightseeing tours are available online at AlexanderRoberts.com
Florence Venice Rome Pompeii Naples Sorrento ITALY CROATIA SLOVENIA AUSTRIA 2 CINQUE TERRE Lake Como Positano Add nights in any city, or travel in reverse— we’re flexible! Venice Rome Pompeii Naples Sorrento CROATIA 3 2 ADD POMPEII + SORRENTO OUR JOURNEY See 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites DAY 1 | Benvenuto a Roma On arrival to the airport or rail station, you will be greeted for a chauffeured transfer to your choice of hotel. DAY 2 | Tailor your stay in Rome Personalize your visit with one of these included fully private or small group tours: meals b SMALL GROUP + Colosseum + Roman Forum: Explore these two iconic monuments of ancient Rome on a guided half-day afternoon tour. + Vatican Museums: Enjoy special access on a three-hour afternoon tour. + Roman Highlights: Discover the city’s highlights on a morning guided tour. + Rome by Night: Experience a 2.5-hour chauffeured evening tour showcasing illuminated landmarks and lively streets. PRIVATELY GUIDED + Roman Forum + Colosseum: Enjoy an in-depth, privately guided tour of these iconic landmarks via privately chauffeured vehicle. + Half-Day Walking Tour: Stroll through the city as your guide shares history and insights into treasured landmarks like the Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, and Trevi Fountain. + Vatican Museums + St. Peter’s Basilica: Experience special access and join your guide for a five-hour tour of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. DAY 3 | Free day in Rome Our city-center hotels make it easy to step out and enjoy this free day. Or you can see more sightseeing choices online. meals b DAY 4 | First-class rail to Florence You’ll be chauffeured to the station to board the high-speed Italo train where first-class seats have been reserved. On arrival in Florence, your car and driver take you to your hotel. meals b DAY 5 | Tailor your stay in Florence Customize your stay in Florence with one of these included fully private or small group tours: meals b SMALL GROUP + Morning Walking Tour + the Accademia: Explore Gothic landmarks of Florence, then enjoy skip-the-line access to the museum that holds Michelangelo’s David. + Chianti: Take a scenic drive through Greve, with lunch and a wine tasting at a family-run estate, then a stroll through Montefioralle and a stop at Badia a Passignano. + Siena + San Gimignano: Journey to Siena for a guided tour, then visit a family-run wine estate for lunch with paired wines before exploring San Gimignano. PRIVATELY GUIDED + Walking Tour + the Accademia: Meet your guide at your hotel and discover the city’s higlights, ending with your guide bypassing the line into the museum that features Michelangelo’s David. + Walking Tour + Uffizi: From your hotel, your guide winds through the city to one of the world’s most renowned galleries of Renaissance materpieces. + Chianti: Enjoy a scenic drive to Greve for lunch and a wine and olive oil tasting on a vineyard estate. DAY 6 | Florence at your leisure This day is yours to enjoy as you wish. Or you can see more sightseeing choices online. meals b DAY 7 | A scenic rail journey to Venice You’ll be taken to the station to board the high-speed Italo train. Settle into your first-class seat and enjoy the trip to Venice, where you’ll be escorted to your hotel. meals b DAY 8 | Tailor your stay in Venice Explore Venice with one of these included fully private or small group tours: meals b SMALL GROUP + Morning Walking Tour: Take a guided stroll with a visit to the opulent Doge’s Palace. + Tasting Tour of Venice: Enjoy an evening walking visit to bacaris, classic Venetian wine bars, for drinks and small dishes. PRIVATELY GUIDED + Half-Day Walking Tour: Meet your guide at your hotel to tour the city, including St. Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace, and Rialto Bridge. + Tasting Tour of Venice: Your guide will escort you to bacaris for wine and small dishes. + Canals of Venice: Enjoy a private gondola ride. DAY 9 | Depart Venice Your water taxi will take you to the airport or rail station today for your onward journey. meals b 9 Rome by night
10 Contact your Travel Advisor or visit AlexanderRoberts.com DAY 1 | Naples to Sorrento You’ll be warmly greeted upon arrival at the airport or rail station in Naples. Together with your driver, continue to Sorrento. Check in to your choice of hotel in the heart of town. DAY 2 | Sorrento walking tour + free time Setting out this morning with your in-the-know personal guide, you’ll enjoy a walking tour along its cobblestone streets. The remainder of your day is free. meals b DAY 3 | Sorrento at leisure Sorrento offers wonderful dining, galleries, and shops or we can provide optional excursions to Capri, Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello . meals b DAY 4 | Pompeii to Naples After breakfast, travel up to Pompeii in your own chauffeured car. There, you’ll meet your private guide who will bring to life Pompeii’s preserved villas, frescoes, baths, and public spaces. After sightseeing, skirt along the Bay of Naples to the Naples rail station or airport for your onward journey. meals b DAY 1 | From Venice to Lake Como Your private car and driver will chauffeur you from Venice to the picturesque shores of Lake Como. DAY 2 | Private boat tour Cruising by private boat, the western branch of Lake Como reveals hidden coves, rugged bays, and villas either concealed within the landscape or boldly standing above it. From the hilltops, ancient towers, villages, waterfalls, and forests plunge toward the water. Just offshore lies Comacina, the lake’s only island, across from pastel-hued houses and charming harbors. Your guide will share the history and beauty of this region. If time allows, pause in Bellagio for a quick photo before returning to Como . meals b DAY 3 | Return to Venice After breakfast, your personal car and driver will return you to Venice. meals b DAY 1 | Naples to Positano Upon arrival at the airport or rail station, or from your hotel in Naples, you’ll be met by your own chauffeured car for the very picturesque drive to the cliffside village of Positano. At your hotel, enjoy incredible views. DAY 2 | The Amalfi Coast After breakfast, your private guide will be waiting to take you on a full-day excursion along the spectacular Amalfi Coast. As the day unfolds with breathtaking vistas at every turn, you’ll stop to explore the historic streets of Amalfi and the wonderful hilltop town of Ravello . meals b DAY 3 | Positano at leisure The day is yours to relax and do as you please in lovely Positano. We offer optional excursions to Capri, Sorrento, or Pompeii . meals b DAY 4 | Return to Naples After breakfast, your car and driver will take you to the rail station or airport in Naples. meals b DAY 1 | Florence to Cinque Terre You’ll be chauffeured to Monterosso al Mare in the Cinque Terre National Park, where you’ll check in to your hotel. DAY 2 | Get to know Cinque Terre All five villages of Cinque Terre—Manarola, Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, and Riomaggiore— have their own charms. Explore with your guide by rail or on foot some of the prettiest villages and learn how to use the included Cinque Terre Card for unlimited use of local transportation. Enjoy a dinner tonight at Agriturismo Buranco. meals b+d DAY 3 | Explore Cinque Terre Use your card today to explore Cinque Terre at your leisure. meals b DAY 4 | Return to Florence You’ll be chauffeured to Florence. meals b ENHANCE YOUR JOURNEY WITH OUR SHORT TOURS 3 or 4 Days + Chauffeured Transfers + Private Touring Sorrento + Pompeii | 4 Days from $2,299 Lake Como | 3 Days from $3,499 Positano | 4 Days from $2,399 Cinque Terre | 4 Days from $ 2,999
Your Choice of City-Center Hotels First Class Deluxe Luxury Rome Hotel dei Borgognoni Rome Palazzo Navona Hotel Rome Hotel L’ Orologio Florence Hotel Rapallo Florence Santa Maria Novella Florence Hotel Bernini Venice Hotel Kette Venice Hotel L’Orologio Customized Journeys Across Italy We can add any destination including: Alberobello • Amalfi • Assisi • Bellagio Bologna • Capri • Catania • Cinque Terre Genoa • Lake Como • La Spezia • Ligure Lucca • Milan • Naples • Palermo • Parma Perugia • Pisa • Pompeii • Portofino Portovenere • Positano Santa Margherita • Siena • Siracusa Sorrento • Taormina We’re the Most Flexible to Italy Choose your travel dates, choose from our fine hotels, choose the sightseeing you wish—private for your traveling party or in a small group. And it’s always easy to add extra nights. from $4,799 from $5,699 from $6,199 11 San Gimignano Venice Hotel Monaco & Grand Canal ALWAYS INCLUDED • Your choice of sightseeing in each city • 8 nights in your choice of hotels • 8 meals: daily breakfast • High-speed Italo trains throughout with reserved first-class seats • Chauffeured airport and rail station transfers, luggage handling, and all gratuities except for your guides Per person prices, double occupancy 9 Days from $4,799 Travel Privately Your Journey • Your Date • Your Way Save up to $1,000 per couple | $500 solo when you pay in full at time of booking Click to Learn More
SPECTACULAR ITALY: ROME, TUSCANY + VENICE 11 DAYS + FROM $9,899 + Small Groups of Never More than 16 Guests + NEW OUR JOURNEY See 6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites DAY 1 | Welcome to Rome On arrival at the airport or rail station, you’ll be escorted to your deluxe city-center hotel. Then meet your Trip Leader for a welcome cocktail and briefing. This evening, you’ll dine at your hotel. meals d DAY 2 | Discover the Eternal City Join your resident guide to discover the legacy of ancient Rome, from the Colosseum to the Roman Forum. Later this afternoon, a hands-on cooking class with a local chef concludes with a congenial dinner paired with local wine. meals b+d DAY 3 | Rome at your leisure Thanks to the prime location of your hotel, it’s easy to step out and explore more of Rome at your own pace, from the Spanish Steps to the Trevi Fountain. If you prefer sightseeing with a guide, we offer a selection of privately guided tours. meals b DAY 4 | Onward to Perugia Journey into the beautiful landscapes of Umbria. At the Arnaldo Caprai winery, your visit includes a wine tasting paired with local delicacies. Continue to your deluxe hotel in Perugia, then join your Trip Leader and a local resident guide for a walking tour that includes the Rocca Paolina fortress, Fontana Maggiore, and Cathedral of San Lorenzo. meals b+d Our Distinctive A+R Style + Savor the authentic flavors of Italy through special culinary experiences, from a handson cooking class to wine tastings and an unforgettable vineyard picnic in Assisi. + Venture beyond the iconic cities to experience the history and charms of Perugia, Siena, Pisa, and Lucca—each brought to life by resident guides who call these places home. + Travel with ease and comfort, accompanied by your Trip Leader on scenic drives through Umbria and Tuscany and aboard the train from Florence to Venice, where a private water taxi takes you directly to your hotel. + See Venice through the eyes of locals, from an authentic bàcaro evening at local wine bars to St. Mark’s Square and the Doge’s Palace. 12 Contact your Travel Advisor or visit AlexanderRoberts.com Florence Perugia 3 2 Siena Pisa Lucca Rome Assisi ITALY Venice 2 Pompeii Amal Coast Naples Sorrento 3 3 Assisi Colosseum
DAY 5 | Full-day excursion to Assisi Today’s excursion takes you to the hilltop town of Assisi where faith, art, and history are beautifully intertwined. With your Trip Leader and a local guide who calls Assisi home, you’ll explore its medieval streets and tour the Basilica of St. Francis . Later, the Mencarelli family will welcome you to their estate with a basket filled with local produce and wine. After a picnic lunch, return to Perugia where your evening is free. meals b+l DAY 6 | Onward to Siena + Florence Journey with your Trip Leader through the pastoral landscapes of Tuscany to Siena , where you’ll be joined by a local guide who brings the city’s traditions and stories to life. Your walking tour includes the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta and magnificent Piazza del Campo. After sightseeing, enjoy lunch at a traditional Sienese restaurant, featuring regional specialties accompanied by fine local wine. Continue to Florence, and check in to your deluxe hotel. meals b+l DAY 7 | Renaissance glories of Florence Spend the day exploring the glories of Florence . With your Trip Leader and a local guide with deep expertise in the city’s Renaissance art and architecture, your tour begins with the Accademia Gallery, home of Michelangelo’s David. Beyond its celebrated museum, the city itself invites exploration. Stroll with your Trip Leader and resident guide through the historic center to see the magnificent Duomo complex, Giotto’s soaring bell tower, the Piazza della Signoria, and iconic Ponte Vecchio. meals b DAY 8 | Discover Pisa + Lucca Join your Trip Leader to discover two of Tuscany’s most captivating cities. Starting in Pisa, a local guide will join you at the Piazza dei Miracoli for a tour including the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, the Baptistery of St. John, and views of the iconic Leaning Tower from the outside. After lunch in the walled city of Lucca, you’ll be joined by a local guide for a walking tour including the Piazza dell’Anfiteatro, built within the oval footprint of an ancient Roman amphitheater. Return to Florence for dinner and overnight. meals b +l+d DAY 9 | To Venice by high-speed train Enjoy business-class comfort as you travel by high-speed rail to Venice with your Trip Leader. Upon arrival, a water taxi will transport you along the city’s canals to your deluxe hotel—an arrival unlike anywhere else Florence Hotel Calzaiuoli Rome Grand Hotel Palatino Venice Starhotels Splendid Perugia Hotel Brufani Fine Hotels in Great Location 13 ALWAYS INCLUDED • Exceptional in-depth sightseeing and culinary experiences bring out the best of Italy • 19 meals: 10 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 6 dinners with wine at lunch and dinner • 10 nights in handpicked deluxe hotels • High-speed rail in business-class from Florence to Venice • All on-tour transportation, hotel taxes, luggage handling, and all gratuities except for your Trip Leader in the world. Later, meet your Venetian host for a delightful culinary experience featuring local wine bars known as bàcari. meals b+d DAY 10 | Venice, expertly guided Today’s sightseeing with your Trip Leader and Venetian guide immerses you in the beauty and history of this magical city. Along with iconic landmarks like the Piazza San Marco and Doge’s Palace, you’ll discover the quieter corners of the city where daily life continues with the same unhurried rhythm that has endured for centuries. This evening, celebrate your final night in Venice with a farewell dinner. meals b+d DAY 11 | Arrivederci, Italia After breakfast, you’ll be escorted to the airport or rail station. meals b 11 Days from $9,899 Per person prices, double occupancy 2O27 Sep 13 Oct 16 2O28 Apr 3 May 8 Sep 18 Oct 16 Small Groups Never More than 16 Guests Save up to $1,000 per couple | $500 solo when you pay in full at time of booking Sorrento + the Amalfi Coast Pre-Tour Enjoy a full-day tour to Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello with your personal guide. A private tour of Pompeii will bring life to its preserved villas, frescoes, baths, and public spaces. Private roundtrip transfers between Naples and Sorrento and three nights at a deluxe hotel are included. Click to Learn More
ITALY’S AMALFI COAST 9 DAYS + FROM $7,799 + Travel Privately Any Day You Wish OUR JOURNEY See 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites DAY 1 | Welcome to Naples On arrival at the airport or rail station, you’ll be met and escorted to your choice of deluxe or luxury hotel. DAY 2 | Sites + flavors of Naples Enjoy a chauffeured tour of Naples’ historic landmarks including the Royal Palace and St. Francis Basilica. Afterwards, savor pizza Margherita and sfogliatella pastry, two Neapolitan specialties. Enjoy the rest of this day at leisure or add one of our available private tours, perhaps to Pompeii or the beautiful island of Ischia. Visit AlexanderRoberts.com for complete details. meals b DAY 3 | By jetfoil to Capri You’ll be taken to the pier to board the jetfoil that will take you across the Bay of Naples to Capri. On arrival, you’ll be escorted to your choice of deluxe or luxury accommodations. meals b DAY 4 | Capri + The Blue Grotto With your own engaging Caprese guide, your private tour of the island takes you to Anacapri. Set on the rugged slopes of Mount Solaro, this beguiling village of fewer than 7,000 residents offers marvelous views and a chance to experience a quieter side of island life. Then delight in a visit to The Blue Grotto and return to Capri for a guided stroll through the Piazzetta, the always lively and fashionable main square. meals b Our Distinctive A+R Style + Experience more of Italy’s natural beauty, history, and culture as you explore the Amalfi Coast with our expert private guides. + Discover the most important historic sites of Naples and savor its renowned culinary traditions on our specially designed private tour of this UNESCO World Heritage city. + Delight in one of the world’s most scenic drives along the spectacular Amalfi Coast to Positano and Ravello. + Cross the Bay of Naples by jetfoil to spend three unforgettable nights on the enchanting isle of Capri. 14 Contact your Travel Advisor or visit AlexanderRoberts.com Positano Ravello Naples Capri Sorrento CRO SLOVENIA 3 3 2 ITALY AMALFI COAST ITALY Venice Florence Rome Naples View from Mount Solaro Positano
DAY 5 | Personalize your stay on Capri Take advantage of your hotel’s prime in-town location to explore more of Capri’s charms at your own pace. If you prefer more guided touring, we offer a variety of excursions including a magical sunset cruise and a private excursion aboard a gozzo, the traditional wooden boat of the Amalfi Coast. Visit us online for complete details. meals b DAY 6 | Onward to Sorrento After breakfast and check-out, you’ll be chauffeured to the pier to board the jetfoil that will take you to the southern shores of the Bay of Naples. On arrival in Sorrento, you’ll be escorted to your choice of hotel. This afternoon, our engaging resident guide will take you on a two-hour walking tour through the historical city center. meals b DAY 7 | Private Amalfi Coast excursion to Positano + Ravello With your own private vehicle, driver, and guide, this exciting excursion along the Amalfi Coast is highlighted by one of the world’s most spectacular drives. Stop to take in the views of Positano from above, including the majolica-tiled dome of the Cathedral, and drive through Praiano to catch a glimpse of the spectacular Fjord of Furore. Then continue to Amalfi where you can stroll through town to see the beautiful mosaic façade of St. Andrew’s Cathedral. After some free time in Amalfi, you’ll ascend to the hilltop town of Ravello , revered throughout history for its captivating beauty. With our flexible privately guided services, Naples Grand Hotel Santa Lucia Naples Grand Hotel Vesuvio Capri Hotel La Scalinatella Capri Grand Hotel Quisisana Sorrento La Favorita Sorrento Grand Hotel Ambasciatori A Choice of Hotels to Suit Your Style you can choose to spend a bit more time in Amalfi or Ravello to enjoy lunch on your own before returning to Sorrento. meals b DAY 8 | Tailor your stay in Sorrento With its cobblestone streets, graceful plazas, handsome villas, and enchanting gardens, Sorrento is the perfect friendly town to explore at your own pace. If you prefer additional privately guided touring, we offer a variety of excursions by land and water. Visit AlexanderRoberts.com for more information. meals b DAY 9 | Back to Naples for departure After breakfast and check-out, you’ll be chauffeured to the airport or rail station in Naples for your onward journey. Or extend your travels with additional arrangements here in Sorrento, Naples, or anywhere in Italy and beyond. We can arrange your transportation, fine hotels, meals, and expertly guided sightseeing. meals b 15 Complete descriptions for all of our private sightseeing tours are available online at AlexanderRoberts.com OATIA Deluxe Luxury from $7,799 from $8,999 Ravello Naple’s pizza Margherita ALWAYS INCLUDED • Thoughtfully designed private sightseeing that brings each region to life • 8 nights in your choice of fine hotels • 8 meals: daily breakfast • Chauffeured private car transportation throughout • All on-tour transportation, luggage handling, and all gratuities except for your guides Per person prices, double occupancy 9 Days from $7,799 Travel Privately Your Journey • Your Date • Your Way Save up to $1,000 per couple | $500 solo when you pay in full at time of booking Click to Learn More
ROME TO TUSCANY 10 DAYS + FROM $6,399 + Travel Privately Any Day You Wish OUR JOURNEY See 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites DAY 1 | Welcome to Rome On arrival at the airport or rail station, you’ll be met and chauffeured to the deluxe Palazzo Navona Hotel. DAY 2 | Choose your sightseeing Tailor your exploration of Rome with the privately guided tour of your choice. Full descriptions are available online at AlexanderRoberts.com: + Walking Tour with Tagliere Tasting + Roman Gastronomy Tour + Roman Forum + Colosseum + Vatican Museums meals b DAY 3 | Onward to Perugia Visit the Caprai Estate for a wine tasting, and then continue to Perugia where you’ll check in to the deluxe Hotel Locanda della Posta. This afternoon, enjoy a privately guided walking tour of the town. meals b DAY 4 | Perugia at your leisure With its ideal location in the heart of the medieval city, our hotel is the perfect base for experiencing more of Perugia at your own pace. If you prefer additional private sightseeing, we offer a variety of half- and full-day tours. Visit AlexanderRoberts.com to see our selection of excursions. meals b Our Distinctive A+R Style + With chauffeured transportation and your own personal guides, we promise a more leisurely, enriching, and immersive journey. + Pursue your own personal interests with our flexible, privately guided sightseeing in Rome and Florence. It’s all included; just choose the ones you like. + Journey into the pastoral landscapes of Umbria and Tuscany, spending time on historic vineyard estates and sampling their fine wines, cheeses, and olive oils. + Discover the medieval glory of Siena and San Gimignano, two hill towns noted for their fine architecture and picturesque settings. 16 Contact your Travel Advisor or visit AlexanderRoberts.com San Gimignano
DAY 5 | Onward to Siena Travel to Pienza for a tasting of some locally produced cheeses. Then continue through the gorgeous Tuscan countryside to Siena , regarded by many as Italy’s loveliest medieval city. Check in to the Grand Hotel Continental and enjoy a privately guided walking tour along Siena’s charming cobbled streets, including the architectural landmarks that surround the historic Piazza del Campo. meals b DAY 6 | A free day in Tuscany Take advantage of our hotel’s privileged citycenter location to experience more of Siena at your own pace or join one of our available tours. Visit us online to see all the choices including Pisa and Chianti. meals b DAY 7 | San Gimignano + Florence Travel to San Gimignano , where a private walking tour will reveal the glory of this medieval hilltop town. Enjoy lunch and wine on a Tuscan vineyard estate before continuing to the Hotel Santa Maria Novella in Florence . meals b+l DAY 8 | Tailor your day in Florence Perhaps no other city has been so blessed with such a rich legacy of art, architecture, and culture. Customize your exploration today with the included privately guided tour of your choice: + Half-Day Walking Tour + City Highlights and Accademia Gallery + City Highlights and Uffizi Gallery meals b Rome Palazzo Navona Hotel Perugia Hotel Locanda della Posta Siena Grand Hotel Continental Florence Santa Maria Novella The Finest Deluxe Hotels + the Best Locations DAY 9 | Florence at your leisure Our deluxe hotel is the perfect base for enjoying this glorious city at your own pace. Or visit AlexanderRoberts.com to see all of the available privately guide tours that we offer to enhance this day. meals b DAY 10 | Depart Florence After breakfast, you’ll be chauffeured to the airport or rail station for your onward journey. Or extend your travels with additional arrangements here in Florence— or anywhere in Italy and beyond. We can arrange all of your hotels, transportation, and sightseeing. meals b 17 Complete descriptions for all of our private sightseeing tours are available online at AlexanderRoberts.com Florence Colosseum Florence Perugia 2 2 2 3 Siena Rome San Gimignano Pienza Montefalco CINQUE TERRE ITALY With private transfers, three nights at the deluxe Hotel Porto Roca, and a full-day private tour of these centuries-old seaside villages along the Italian Riviera. Add On Cinque Terre ALWAYS INCLUDED • Carefully curated private sightseeing with a choice in Rome and Florence • 9 nights in deluxe hotels • 10 meals: daily breakfast + 1 lunch • Chauffeured private car transportation throughout • All on-tour transportation, luggage handling, and all gratuities except for your guides Per person prices, double occupancy 10 Days from $6,399 Travel Privately Your Journey • Your Date • Your Way Save up to $1,000 per couple | $500 solo when you pay in full at time of booking Click to Learn More
NORTHERN ITALY: FLORENCE, BOLOGNA + MILAN 8 DAYS + FROM $5,399 + Travel Privately Any Day You Wish OUR JOURNEY See 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites DAY 1 | Welcome to Florence On arrival, you’ll be chauffeured to your deluxe hotel, set on a historic piazza in the heart of town. DAY 2 | Choose your sightseeing Rich in history, art, and architecture, Florence offers so much to enjoy. Personalize your exploration today with the tour of your choice, and let your private guide immerse you in the city they love and know so well: + Half-Day Walking Tour: Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Cathederal, Piazza della Signoria + Ponte Vecchio + Half-Day Walking Tour: Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Duomo, the Cathederal + the Accademia Gallery + Half-Day Walking Tour: the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio + Uffizi Gallery meals b DAY 3 | Florence at your leisure With a terrific city-center location, your hotel is the perfect base for exploring Florence, and this whole day is yours to enjoy as you wish. If you prefer additional sightseeing, we offer a wide variety of privately guided tours to enhance your stay including Pisa, Chianti, and Cinque Terre. meals b Our Distinctive A+R Style + Experience more of the history, architecture, culture, and food of these classic cities with our signature privately guided services. + Customize this journey to your personal interests and style with your choice of included private sightseeing in Florence and Milan. + Our engaging resident guide in Bologna will take you to favorite venues to sample local wine and regional delicacies. + Enjoy a walking tour through the medieval streets of Parma to visit the 13th-century Baptistery, regarded as one of Europe’s most important medieval monuments. 18 Contact your Travel Advisor or visit AlexanderRoberts.com Bologna
DAY 4 | Onward to Bologna Your private car and driver will take you to Bologna to check in to your deluxe hotel. Renowned for its fine food and culture, Bologna is also home to one of the world’s oldest universities and famous Italian companies like Ferrari, Lamborghini, as well as Ducati. With your expert private guide, you’ll see historic landmarks like the Torre degli Asinelli, a soaring defensive tower from the 12th century, and the Basilica of San Petronio. Of course, you’ll also sample local gastronomic specialties like mortadella sausage and balsamic vinegar, accompanied by regional wine. meals b DAY 5 | A free day in Bologna This day is yours to enjoy as you wish. If your prefer additional sightseeing, we offer a variety of tours including Ferrari World and a culinary excursion to Emilia-Romagna. Visit us online for complete information. meals b DAY 6 | Onward to Parma and Milan Travel by car to the ancient university town of Parma where our engaging resident guide will be waiting to take you on a walking tour. Stroll through the historic quarter to see notable landmarks including the Romanesque 12th-century Cathedral and the Teatro Regio, one of Italy’s premier opera venues. You’ll also visit the Baptistery of Parma, famed for its magnificent interior and regarded as one of Europe’s most important medieval monuments. After sightseeing, continue to Milan and check in to the deluxe Rosa Grand Milano. meals b Florence Hotel Santa Maria Novella Bologna Grand Hotel Majestic Già Baglioni Milan Rosa Grand Milano Perfectly Located + Charming Hotels DAY 7 | Choose your sightseeing The capital of northern Italy’s Lombardy region, Milan is famed as a global center for fashion and design. It is also an important financial hub and home to fine architectural monuments. Today you can personalize your exploration to your own interests and style. Just choose one of these included privately guided tours: + Walking Tour: From Landmarks to the Fashion District + Evening Walk + Apericena in the Navigli District meals b DAY 8 | Depart Milan After breakfast, your car and driver will take you to the airport or rail station for your onward journey. meals b 19 Complete descriptions for all of our private sightseeing tours are available online at AlexanderRoberts.com Florence Bologna LAKE COMO 2 2 3 Rome Parma Milan CINQUE TERRE TUSCANY REGION ITALY 2 Milan Florence Roundtrip chauffeured transfers from Milan, two nights at the deluxe Albergo Terminus, a privately chartered, guided lake excursion, and daily breakfast are included. Add On Lake Como ALWAYS INCLUDED • Privately guided sightseeing throughout with your choice of tours in Florence and Milan • 7 nights in deluxe city-center hotels • 7 meals: daily breakfast • Chauffeured private car transporation throughout • All on-tour transportation, luggage handling, and all gratuities except for your guides Per person prices, double occupancy 8 Days from $5,399 Travel Privately Your Journey • Your Date • Your Way Save up to $1,000 per couple | $500 solo when you pay in full at time of booking Click to Learn More
MILAN, THE LAKE DISTRICT + VENICE 9 DAYS + FROM $9,099 + Travel Privately Any Day You Wish + NEW OUR JOURNEY See 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites DAY 1 | Welcome to Milan Upon arrival at the airport or train station, you’ll be warmly greeted and chauffeured to your hotel, carefully selected for its central location and warm hospitality. DAY 2 | Milan, privately guided This morning, your private guide will introduce you to one of Europe’s most sophisticated and surprising cities. Your exploration begins at the Duomo, Milan’s magnificent Gothic cathedral and one of the largest churches in the world. From here, you’ll stroll into the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, one of the world’s oldest and most beautiful shopping arcades. Nearby, you’ll take in the legendary La Scala opera house and imposing Sforza Castle. Your sightseeing continues in the heart of Milan’s famed fashion district. With your engaging guide, you’ll stroll along the elegant Via Montenapoleone and Via della Spiga, home to the ateliers and boutiques of some of the world’s most celebrated designers. meals b DAY 3 | Onward to Como in the Italian Lake District After breakfast, sit back and enjoy the scenery as you depart Milan with your private car and driver and travel northward into the Italian Lake District. Check in to your hotel and then set out with your private guide to explore the city of Como itself. Finish your sightseeing on a high note with a ride on Como’s historic funicular. meals b Our Distinctive A+R Style + Explore two of Italy’s most iconic cities: Milan with its fashion houses and Gothic Duomo, and Venice, beloved for its canals, bridges, and palazzos. + Experience the beauty and history of the Italian Lake District with guided walking tours in Como and Sirmione complemented by privately chartered boat excursions on both Lake Como and Lake Garda. + Chauffeured transportation throughout includes guided touring and wine tastings in two of Italy’s most storied wine regions: Franciacorta and Valpolicella. + Arrive in Venice in style as a private water taxi whisks you to your deluxe hotel. + Tailor your stay in Venice with your choice of included privately guided sightseeing. 20 Contact your Travel Advisor or visit AlexanderRoberts.com Venice Lake Garda 2 2 Milan Lake Como ITALY 2 2 Castello Scaligero, Sirmione Bellagio, Lake Como
DAY 4 | Lake Como by private boat This morning, you’ll step aboard your privately chartered boat setting out to discover Lake Como from the water, perhaps its most captivating vantage point. Back in Como, the afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure. meals b DAY 5 | Wine country + onward to Lake Garda After breakfast and check-out, set off with your driver on a scenic chauffeured journey eastward through Lombardy. Your first destination this morning is Franciacorta, a distinguished Italian wine region. Here you’ll spend time at the historic Bersi Serlini estate. After the vineyard visit, you’ll continue to Sirmione, uniquely situated on a slender peninsula that juts into the southern end of Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake. Check in to your deluxe hotel in the heart of this delightful lakeside town. meals b DAY 6 | Discover Sirmione by land + water Set out with your private guide this morning to explore this wonderful northern Italian town. Your guided walking tour begins at the harbor, where the magnificent Castello Scaligero rises dramatically from the waters of the lake. Continue along the town’s cobblestone lanes, past ancient churches and bustling shops that give way to quiet residential neighborhoods. Pause to admire the 8th-century church of San Pietro in Mavino and see Maria Callas’ villa before continuing to the Grotte di Catullo. After free time for lunch on your own, you’ll make your way to the pier to board your privately chartered boat for an afternoon on Lake Garda. With roughly two hours of cruising and two hours ashore, the afternoon will unfold at a rhythm that’s right for you. meals b DAY 7 | Continue to Valpolicella + Venice This morning’s privately chauffeured journey transports you to the Valpolicella region—one of northeastern Italy’s most storied wine landscapes and home to some of Italy’s most coveted red wines. At a family-run estate in the heart of the region, you’ll be welcomed for a guided tasting that includes Amarone alongside other wines of Valpolicella. After, your journey continues to Venice. On arrival at Piazzale Roma, you will be escorted to a water taxi that will take you across the lagoon to your deluxe hotel. meals b Milan Rosa Grand Milano Lake Garda Hotel Continental Wellness and Spa Lake Como Villa Flori Venice Monaco & Grand Canal Our Carefully Selected Deluxe Hotels 21 Complete descriptions for all of our private sightseeing tours are available online at AlexanderRoberts.com Venice Per person prices, double occupancy 9 Days from $9,099 Travel Privately Your Journey • Your Date • Your Way Save up to $1,000 per couple | $500 solo when you pay in full at time of booking ALWAYS INCLUDED • Comprehensive private sightseeing including your choice of tour in Venice • 8 meals: daily breakfast • 8 nights in deluxe hotels • Chauffeured private car transportation throughout • All on-tour transportation and all gratuities except for your guides DAY 8 | Choose your sightseeing in Venice Tailor your day by choosing one of these included excursions and discover the magic of Venice with your own personal guide: + Tasting Tour of Venice + Walking Tour + Doge’s Palace + Private Gondola Ride meals b DAY 9 | Depart Venice After breakfast, your private water taxi and assistant will take you to the airport or rail station for your onward journey. Or extend your travels with us to anywhere in Italy and beyond. We can arrange your transportation, fine hotels, memorable dining, and expertly guided sightseeing. meals b Click to Learn More
SOUTHERN ITALY: PUGLIA + MATERA 8 DAYS + FROM $7,899 + Travel Privately Any Day You Wish + NEW OUR JOURNEY See 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites DAY 1 | Welcome to Bari, Italy On arrival at the airport or rail station, you’ll be warmly greeted and chauffeured to your luxury hotel. DAY 2 | Taste of Bari and onward to Matera After breakfast, set out on a private walking tour to discover Bari through its historic sights and beloved culinary traditions. Explore the labyrinthine lanes of Old Town and see the imposing Norman Castle and 12thcentury Basilica of St. Nicholas. Along the way, sample some of Puglia’s most beloved specialties, including warm focaccia from one of Bari’s oldest bakeries. Continue into the heart of southern Italy and check in to your luxury hotel in Matera. meals b DAY 3 | Discover Altamura and Matera Today’s private excursion explores two charming cities known for their breadmaking traditions. Begin in Altamura, visiting a local bakery and a traditional flour mill to learn about the town’s celebrated pane di Altamura. Back in Matera, you’ll sample its renowned focaccia and taralli to decide for yourself which town produces the better bread. Then explore the Sassi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site of unusual rock-cut homes and churches dating back to the 8th century. Home to generations of local families until the 1950s, the Sassi offer a fascinating window into an ancient way of life that endured into the modern era. meals b Our Distinctive A+R Style + Delve into the rich historical legacy of southern Italy, from the rock-cut Sassi homes of Matera and the ancient Roman Appian Way to the Baroque landmarks of Lecce. + Explore Ostuni, the beautiful White City of Puglia, before spending time at a traditional masseria farm, sampling their fine virgin olive oils. + Savor the culinary traditions of southern Italy as your personal guide introduces you to local specialties like focaccia, taralli, panzerotti, and friselle. + Learn about Puglia’s rich winemaking traditions and sample fine regional wines like Primitivo and Verdeca. + See the remarkable 600-year-old trulli of Alberobello, unusual limestone dwellings with conical roofs built without mortar. 22 Contact your Travel Advisor or visit AlexanderRoberts.com ITALY 2 2 2 1 Bari Savelletri Lecce Matera Alberobello SALENTO Ostuni Brindisi Matera Alberobello trulli houses
DAY 4 | Through the Itria Valley to Alberobello + Savelletri Today’s privately chauffeured journey from Matera to the Adriatic coast takes you through the beautiful Itria Valley. Your first stop is the elegant town of Martina Franca, known for its graceful Baroque architecture. Then visit a family-run winery to sample fine regional wines like Primitivo and Verdeca. Continue to Alberobello, celebrated for its remarkable centuries-old trulli, traditional limestone dwellings with distinctive conical roofs. Your day ends along the lovely Adriatic coast where you’ll check in to your luxury hotel in the charming town of Savelletri. meals b DAY 5 | Discover Ostuni, La Città Bianca Setting out with your private car, driver, and guide, you’ll spend the day exploring the sun-washed beauty of Ostuni, Puglia’s celebrated White City. Explore its maze of narrow lanes lined with graceful arches and picturesque whitewashed homes. Then spend time at a masseria, a traditional fortified farmhouse. Stroll among ancient olive groves, visit the historic mill, and sample their olives, virgin olive oils, and traditional friselle bread. meals b DAY 6 | Onward to Brindisi + Lecce Journey with your private car and driver along Puglia’s Adriatic coast to Brindisi, whose magnificent natural harbor made it one of the most important ports of the ancient Mediterranean. Explore the city with your personal guide and learn about Brindisi’s vital role as the starting point for the fabled Appian Way. Continue to Lecce, where a private walking tour introduces you to one of southern Italy’s most enchanting cities. Revered as the Florence of the South, Lecce is renowned for its glorious Baroque landmarks, built with the local honey-colored limestone. After sightseeing, settle into your luxury hotel. meals b DAY 7 | Discover Salento Join your driver and guide for a full-day excursion into Salento. Often referred to as the Heel of Italy, the southern tip of Puglia is home to whitewashed villages, sparkling seas, and centuries of Greek, Roman, and Christian heritage. Begin in Otranto, a picturesque seaside town enclosed in part by medieval walls, then continue to a 19th-century wine estate for a cellar tour and tasting. 23 Ostuni Per person prices, double occupancy 8 Days from $7,899 Travel Privately Your Journey • Your Date • Your Way Save up to $1,000 per couple | $500 solo when you pay in full at time of booking ALWAYS INCLUDED • Carefully curated private sightseeing brings southern Italy alive • 7 meals: daily breakfast • 7 nights in luxury hotels • Chauffeured private car transportation throughout • All on-tour transportation and all gratuities except for your guides Next you’ll visit Santa Maria di Leuca, the dramatic southernmost tip of Puglia. Known to the Romans as de finibus terrae, or Land’s End, this beautiful seaside town combines sapphire waters and whitewashed architecture with a rich history. Before returning to Lecce, you’ll also visit Gallipoli, whose name derives from the Greek for Beautiful City. Wander its historic center, explore the waterfront, and perhaps catch a glimpse of local fishermen tending their nets. meals b DAY 8 | Depart Puglia After breakfast and check-out, your private car and driver will take you to Bari Airport for your onward journey. meals b Our Luxury Hotels Offer Terrific Views + the Best Locations Bari Hotel Bra Savelletri Masseria Torre Maizza Matera Hotel Vetera Matera Lecce Palazzo Giusti Click to Learn More
FLORENCE, PORTOFINO + CINQUE TERRE 7 DAYS + FROM $6,199 + Travel Privately Any Day You Wish + NEW OUR JOURNEY See 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites DAY 1 | Welcome to Florence Upon arrival at the airport or train station, you’ll be met and chauffeured to your hotel in the heart of the city. DAY 2 | Florence your way The city’s extraordinary legacy of art, architecture and culture has blessed Florence with a wealth of impressive sites to discover. Today, you can personalize your vacation with the included privately guided sightseeing tour of your choice: + Walking Tour + Accademia + Walking Tour + Uffizi Gallery + Chianti with Wine Tasting + Lunch meals b DAY 3 | Florence at your leisure With a convenient city-center location, it’s easy to step out from your hotel today to explore more of Florence at your own pace. If you prefer additional guided sightseeing, we offer a variety of excursions in and around Florence, each with your own private car, driver, and guide. meals b DAY 4 | Carrara + Sestri Levante Enjoy the chauffeured journey to Carrara, the region that has long supplied the luminous white marble for royal palaces, grand cathedrals, and masterpieces by sculptors like Michelangelo. Visit a sculptor’s atelier to watch an artist at work, learning firsthand the techniques used to coax form from raw stone. Our Distinctive A+R Style + Choose your privately guided tour in Florence and pursue your own interests, whether that’s a deep dive into Renaissance architecture and art or a wine-tasting excursion to Chianti. + Spend three unhurried nights in Sestri Levante on the Ligurian Riviera—often overlooked by travelers yet beloved by those who find it. + Delight in a private boat excursion to Portofino and go ashore to experience its legendary beauty and charm. + Discover Cinque Terre like an insider, traveling by local train with your engaging guide to visit these five UNESCO World Heritage villages where terraced vineyards and meandering paths cling to the steep coastal cliffs. 24 Contact your Travel Advisor or visit AlexanderRoberts.com Manarola, Cinque Terre
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