Tuscany & Cortona

Discover Tuscany’s rolling hills and fertile valleys during a seven-night journey through this iconic region of Italy. In Cortona, a town steeped in history, settle in to your deluxe, intimate hotel overlooking a beautiful valley. Delight your senses as you sip Tuscany’s famous Brunello di Montalcino wine and savor locally produced cheeses and prosciutto at a Val d’Orcia winery. Discover the treasures of Florence, including the Ponte Vecchio and the 14th-century Piazza della Signoria. Visit Montepulciano, walking through its ancient winding streets, and marvel at Siena’s Gothic structures and remarkable Duomo. Immerse yourself in Cortona’s Etruscan legacy at the Praetorian Palace and the Museum of the Etruscan Academy. Local guides and expert speakers provide fascinating insight during included excursions and lectures, and you’ll even learn about Tuscan cuisine during a cooking demonstration. This small-group program includes deluxe accommodations and an extensive meal plan, complemented by wine with dinner.