Discover Italy, Transform Yourself
This isn't just a trip; it's an intimate love affair with Italy that will change you forever. Imagine walking ancient cobblestone streets as the sun sets, sharing laughter with newfound friends over a glass of wine from the very vineyard you visited earlier that day. From the lush landscapes of Tuscany to the timeless charm of Umbria and the vibrant culture of Lazio, every moment will deepen your connection to this extraordinary place—and to the people by your side.
Indulge in Italy, Safely and Exclusively
With Over40CONNECT, you’ll enjoy the safest, most enriching way to experience Italy. Our tour is guided by the President of the Canadian Association of Italian Studies, ensuring authenticity and exclusive access to the best Italy has to offer. Sip wine under the Tuscan sun, stroll through medieval villages, and taste pastries so flaky and divine they’ll spoil you forever. Every detail is designed to help you savor life, love, and Italy’s unforgettable magic.
From Strangers to Family
Join a journey where strangers become friends, and friends become family. Over40CONNECT’s exclusive Italian adventure is more than sightseeing—it’s a celebration of connection and conversation. Guided by the world's leading expert on this region, you'll uncover hidden gems, share unforgettable experiences, and immerse yourself in Italy’s vibrant heart. By the end, you won’t just feel enriched—you’ll feel at home.
Eight days of adventures in the regions of Tuscany, Umbria and Lazio April 22-30th 2025
Led by Sue and an internationally renowned Italian expert (and President of the Canadian Association for Italian Studies), this Italian adventure will include an amazing group of friends, adventures, new words, hugs, community, friendly locals, love, wine, unique activities, dancing, laughter, fun guides, a famous David, a monastery, a castle, a monster garden, a gondola up the mountain and a hot spring. And food.
We’ll have a safe, guided, loving week in one of the most beautiful parts of Italy. Did we mention the food? This itinerary will spoil you and stuff you with all the fantastic local food you can eat. This is not a tourist-trap kind of trip to Italy. Most of our the time we will be off the beaten path, on a journey of discovery which will give us a glimpse of the real Italy, allow us to interact with the locals, and hopefully channel our inner Stanley Tucci!
We have hired an Italian travel agent experienced in groups excursions in the region to manage money and details. His office can help you with your flights or you can book them yourself directly.
Total price is $2560 CNDN NOT including flights. This price is only held until Jan 13, 2025. Send your $1000 CDN deposit NOW to hold your spot. We are 90% sold out.
And send an email with your phone number to be added to the whatsapp group (sue@over40connect.com)
This needs to be fully paid by March 1, 2025 or we cannot guarantee hotel rooms. There is limited space and once it's sold out it's done.
Where else can you go on a trip with friends and your own world-renowned Italian expert and local guide? Expect it to be life-changing in the best possible way!
With love,
Sue
Itinerary
April 22 – DAY 1 – ENROUTE (evening departure)
April 23 -- DAY 2 – FLORENCE (morning arrival)
- Group picnic dinner and relaxing evening
- Free time in Florence
April 24 DAY 3 – FLORENCE AND ORVIETO
- Guided trip (morning) to see Michelangelo’s David, Ponte Vecchio, Cathedral and the Baptistery
- Train to Orvieto in the mid-afternoon
- Funiculare ride up to Orvieto and group dinner
April 25 (National Holiday) – DAY 4 – FICULLE
- It’s a National holiday! We will join the celebrations in Ficulle
- Guided tour of Ficulle
- Pottery demonstration
- Pizza lunch
- Group dinner at an organic winery and restaurant
April 26 – DAY 5 – PERUGIA
- Guide 1/2 day tour
- Shopping and/or museum visit
- Group dinner
April 27 – DAY 6 – PIENZA, ORVIETO& FICULE
- The famous archeologist Alessandro Bizzarri will give us a tour of the necropolis of Crocifisso del Tufo, Orvieto
- Guided tour of Pienza
- Lunch at Sant'Anna in Camprena
- Live music and community dinner with the local community in Ficule
April 28 – DAY 7 – ORVIETO & BOMARZO
- Tour of Orvieto, including the world-famous Duomo
- Food and wine tasting at Cantine Neri
- Tour of Bomarzo - The Monster Garden
- Independent dinner in Orvieto
April 28 – DAY 8 – THERMAL SPRINGS AT SAN CASCIANO DEI BAGNO
- Hot springs at San Casciano dei Bagni. We’ll go to Fonteverde, which is a SPA and thermal resort (Option to book and pay separately for massage)
- Lunch at Fonteverde
- Picnic or independent dinner in Orvieto
APRIL 30, DAY 9 - ORVIETO AND FLORENCE
- Train trip back to Florence. Arrivederci Italia!
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