
Jacoba La Dolce Vita

Imagine Italy not as a destination, but as a feeling—effortless, elegant, and entirely yours.
This April 2026, I invite you to join me on a thoughtfully curated escape through Italy’s most iconic and indulgent landscapes. Over the course of two luxurious weeks, we’ll trace the golden thread of la dolce vita—from the grandeur of Rome, to the sun-drenched vineyards and villas of Tuscany, and along the breathtaking coastlines of the Cinque Terre, where charm clings to every cliffside.
Together, we’ll immerse ourselves in beauty, soak in rich layers of culture, and share moments of meaningful connection—over long lunches, hidden art, and unforgettable landscapes.
For those who wish to continue the reverie, the journey extends—north to the timeless allure of Lake Como, where silk, still waters, and aperitivo reign, or south to the understated elegance of Puglia, where olive groves meet the Adriatic in sun-warmed serenity.
This is not just a trip. It's a celebration of the good life—La Dolca Vita—lived fully, shared joyfully.

Rome
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Arrive into Rome approx 8pm.
Lodgings
Hotel Universo Rome
Friday Apr 3
Travel Time:
45mins

Tuscany
Morning
Breakfast included. Drive from Rome to Tuscany (with driver)
Afternoon
Relax by the pool. Gather food for breakfasts, lunches and maybe some dinners.
Evening
Drive from Rome to Tuscany
A taste of Tuscany
Casual Dinner
Casual Dinner
Lodgings
Hotel Palazzo Vannoni - Levanto Cinque Terra
Tuesday Apr 7
Travel Time:
3.5 hours drive to Tuscany

Sienna
Morning
Breakfast - do your own thing. Private transfer to Siena for our own tour of the town
Afternoon
Continue the tour of Tuscan towns to San Gimignano
Evening
Tour of Sienna
Private guided tour of San Gimignano
Casual Dinner
Casual Dinner
Lodgings
Hotel Palazzo Vannoni - Levanto Cinque Terra
Wednesday Apr 8
Travel Time:
1.5 hours each way

Florence
Morning
Breakfast - do your own thing. Private transfer to Florence
Afternoon
Uncover the secrets of Italian Gelato
Evening
Explore Florence in style
Uncover the secrets of Italian gelato
Casual Dinner
Private Transfer back to the Villa
Lodgings
Hotel Palazzo Vannoni - Levanto Cinque Terra
Friday Apr 10
Travel Time:
1.5 hours each way

Tuscany
Morning
Breakfast - do your own thing. Private transfer to a local farm for 'A taste of Tuscany'.
Afternoon
Lunch included as part of 'The Experience'. Private transfer back to the Villa
Evening
A taste of Tuscany
At leisure
Casual Dinner
Casual Dinner
Lodgings
Hotel Palazzo Vannoni - Levanto Cinque Terra
Saturday Apr 11
Travel Time:
1.5 hours each way

Tuscany
Morning
Small Breakfast - do your own thing before 'Cook the Tuscan Way'.
Afternoon
Lunch included in the experience
Evening
Cook the Tuscan
way
At leisure
Casual Dinner
Casual Dinner - potentially making items learnt earlier
Lodgings
Hotel Palazzo Vannoni - Levanto Cinque Terra
Monday Apr 13
Travel Time:
TBC

Lucca / Cinque Terre
Morning
Breakfast included. Transfer to Cinque Terre. Stopping in Lucca on the way
Afternoon
Lunch is included in the Lucca event, before continuing to travel to Cinque Terre via Pisa
Evening
Bites & sights
Self-exploration of Pisa
Casual Dinner
Casual Dinner
Lodgings
Iris Apartments Monopoli
Wednesday Apr 15
Travel Time:
3.5 hours

Puglia (extension)
Morning
Breakfast included. Travel to Puglia
Afternoon
Travelling to Puglia
Evening
Lodgings
Relais Valle dell’Idro, Otranto
Wednesday Apr 22
Travel Time:

Bari / Rome
Morning
After breakfast (included) transfer to Bari.
Afternoon
Evening
Transfer to Bari - before flying out
Lodgings
Wednesday Apr 29
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