A refined itinerary through Italy’s Renaissance heartlands, from Emilia’s flavours to Tuscany’s hills and Urbino’s UNESCO-listed courts.

Itinerary Highlights

• Follow a curated Renaissance Italy Cultural Journey from Parma to Urbino via Mantua, Ferrara, Florence, Montepulciano and Pesaro.

• Discover UNESCO World Heritage sites, including Sabbioneta and Urbino’s historic center.

• Stay in hand-picked 4★ hotels in historic centers for easy walking access.

• Taste Emilia-Romagna’s food icons, with visits to a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy and a traditional prosciutto producer.

• Enjoy masterpieces of Italian art at the Uffizi, Accademia and major Renaissance palaces.

• Benefit from a balanced pace, with guided visits plus free time to explore at your own rhythm.

• Entry-level format with shared transfers and group tours, with the option to upgrade to premium or ultra-luxury.

Renaissance Italy Cultural Journey – Day by Day 

• Day 1 – Parma
  Arrival from Milan/Bologna, walking tour of the historic center, welcome dinner.

• Day 2 – Parma
  Parmigiano Reggiano dairy and prosciutto producer, Teatro Farnese and National Gallery.

• Day 3 – Mantua & Sabbioneta
  Gonzaga palaces in Mantua, visit to UNESCO-listed Sabbioneta, overnight in Mantua.

• Day 4 – Ferrara
  Medieval streets, Estense Castle and Palazzo dei Diamanti area, free time along the city walls.

• Day 5 – Pistoia
  Transfer to Pistoia, Romanesque churches and lively squares, dinner in a historic trattoria.

• Day 6 – Florence
  Arrival in Florence, guided visit of Uffizi Gallery and Accademia, rooftop aperitivo.

• Day 7 – Florence
  Free morning; optional excursion to Fiesole or Chianti wine country.

• Day 8 – Montepulciano
  Drive through Tuscany, Vino Nobile tasting in a historic cellar, evening at leisure.

• Day 9 – Pesaro
  Adriatic coast, Rossini’s birthplace and Art Nouveau villas, stroll on the seafront.

• Day 10 – Urbino & Departure
  Guided tour of Urbino and Palazzo Ducale, farewell lunch, transfer to Bologna or Florence airport.

What’s Included

• Accommodation

  • 9 nights in carefully selected 4★ hotels (or equivalent historic residences) in each destination.

• Transport

  • Shared arrival transfer from Milan or Bologna airport to Parma.

  • Shared transfers between all destinations as per itinerary.

  • Shared departure transfer to Bologna or Florence airport.

• Guided Tours & Experiences

  • Group walking tour of Parma with Cathedral and Baptistery.

  • Visit to a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy with tasting.

  • Visit to a traditional prosciutto producer.

  • Group guided tours in Mantua, Sabbioneta, Ferrara, Pistoia, Florence, Montepulciano, Pesaro and Urbino (standard access).

  • Wine tasting of Vino Nobile in Montepulciano in a historic cellar.

• Entrance Fees

  • Standard museum and gallery tickets for all scheduled group visits (e.g. Uffizi, Accademia, Palazzo Ducale in Urbino, where applicable).

• Meals

  • Daily breakfast.

  • Welcome dinner in Parma (set menu).

  • Dinner in a historic trattoria in Pistoia (set menu).

  • Farewell lunch in Urbino (set menu).

• Support

  • Licensed English-speaking guides for group tours.

  • On-trip assistance from our local team during business hours.

What’s Not Included

• International flights to/from Italy.

• City/local taxes, to be paid directly at hotels.

• Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary.

• Optional excursions and activities, including upgrades to private services.

• Personal expenses, tips and travel insurance.

• After-hours visits, private concerts, curator-led tours and 5★ hotel upgrades (available at a supplement).