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Italy has a way of stopping you in your tracks. Whether it's the first sight of the Colosseum rising from a Roman street, the view from a clifftop villa above the Amalfi Coast, or a simple glass of wine in a Tuscan vineyard as the sun sets over cypress-lined hills, moments of absolute, uncomplicated beauty arrive with remarkable frequency.
At the luxury end, Italy performs like no other destination on earth. The hotels are extraordinary, converted Renaissance palaces in Florence, clifftop retreats on Sicily with views that seem almost absurd in their perfection, grand dames on the Venetian waterfront with centuries of history behind them, masserie in Puglia where life slows to a pace that feels genuinely restorative. The food and wine are, of course, peerless. And unlike many luxury destinations, Italy rewards exploration, there is no single "best" region, just a succession of different, equally compelling reasons to return.
We specialise in crafting itineraries that do Italy properly, the right hotels in the right regions, thoughtfully paced so you experience the culture rather than just tick boxes. Whether you want a single spectacular base, a multi-region grand tour, or a twin-centre combining two very different corners of the country, we'll make it happen.
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Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo
Taormina, Sicily
The grand old lady of Taormina, perched above the ancient Greek theatre with views of Etna and the Ionian Sea that are genuinely breathtaking. Built in 1873, the Timeo is Sicily's most storied hotel, with terrace dining, a spectacular pool, and rooms that frame one of the great views in Mediterranean travel.
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Belmond Villa Sant'Andrea
Taormina Mare, Sicily
Belmond's sister property to the Timeo, the Sant'Andrea sits directly on the beach at the foot of Taormina, a 19th-century Sicilian villa transformed into one of the island's most romantic retreats. The combination of private beach, beautiful rooms, and the short funicular ride up to Taormina itself makes this a perfect Sicilian base.
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Belmond Villa San Michele
Fiesole, Florence
A 15th-century monastery set in the hills above Florence, with a loggia reputedly designed by Michelangelo and views across terracotta rooftops and cypress trees to the Duomo. The Villa San Michele is one of Italy's most achingly romantic hotels, with a Michelin-starred restaurant, exquisite gardens, and a pool cut into the hillside.
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Borgo Egnazia
Fasano, Puglia
The resort that put Puglia on the luxury map, and still the finest in the region. Borgo Egnazia is built in the style of a traditional Apulian village, with whitewashed walls, cobbled alleys, and trulli-inspired architecture. The spa is one of Europe's best, the food is outstanding, and the Adriatic is a short drive away. Unhurried, beautiful, deeply restorative.
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Four Seasons Hotel Firenze
Florence, Tuscany
Two Renaissance palaces connected by a 4.5-acre private garden, the largest private garden in Florence. The Four Seasons Firenze is an extraordinary property set just minutes from the Duomo, with frescoed ceilings, museum-quality art throughout, an exceptional spa, and a restaurant that attracts Florentines as much as hotel guests.
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Il San Pietro di Positano
Positano, Amalfi Coast
Cut into the cliffs above Positano, Il San Pietro is the Amalfi Coast's most talked-about hotel, terrace gardens tumbling down to a private beach, rooms with panoramic sea views, and a level of family-run hospitality that makes even Positano's other excellent options feel lesser. The Michelin-starred restaurant is exceptional. Not a cheap option. Worth every penny.
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Belmond Hotel Cipriani
Giudecca Island, Venice
On its own island just minutes by private launch from St Mark's Square, the Cipriani is simply one of the world's great hotels. A heated outdoor pool (rare in Venice), exceptional dining in the Oro restaurant, and the kind of timeless, gracious Venetian hospitality that has been attracting the world's most discerning travellers since 1958. Private launch access included for all guests.
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Italy has an extraordinary depth of luxury hotels. Tell us your preferred region and budget, we'll find the right property for you.
What's Included
From the moment you leave home, every detail is taken care of.
Economy or business class flights to Rome, Florence, Venice, Catania, Palermo, or Bari, depending on your chosen destination.
Chauffeured vehicle to and from your hotel, pre-arranged, pre-paid, and waiting for you on arrival.
Handpicked five-star hotels with the best room category for your needs, historic suites, clifftop terraces, vineyard views, or private beach access.
Private guided tours of the Colosseum, Uffizi, or Vatican; Tuscany wine tours; Amalfi Coast boat trips; truffle hunting in Umbria; cooking classes; private transfers between cities, we can include as much as you'd like.
Full financial protection on every booking, your Italy holiday is completely secure when booked with us.
Why Choose Us
We know each property's personality, best rooms, and what makes one region of Italy suit you better than another, so you get the right match, not just the most famous name.
Italy rewards exploration. We can create seamless multi-centre itineraries combining Rome, Florence, the Amalfi Coast, Puglia, Sicily, or Venice in a single, beautifully paced trip.
Package pricing combining flights, transfers, and hotel often delivers better value than booking each element separately, especially for peak Italian summer travel.
Every Italy holiday fully protected, complete financial security on your booking.
UK-based support throughout your trip, whatever you need, we're available around the clock.
FAQs
Late spring (May–June) and early autumn (September–October) are widely considered the best times, warm, sunny, and avoiding the peak summer crowds and heat. July and August are extremely busy, especially on the Amalfi Coast and in Florence and Rome, with temperatures in the mid-to-high 30s. Sicily and Puglia are well-suited to summer given their beach-focused nature. For city breaks (Rome, Florence, Venice), spring and autumn are strongly preferred. December and January offer great value and a quieter experience, Venice in winter is magical.
It depends on what you're after. For art, architecture, and culture, Florence and Rome are unmatched. For dramatic coastal scenery and unforgettable views, the Amalfi Coast and Taormina in Sicily lead the way. For a quieter, more authentic rural luxury experience, Tuscany, Umbria, and Puglia are beautiful. Venice is uniquely atmospheric. Many guests find that combining two regions, say Florence + Amalfi, or Rome + Puglia, gives the most satisfying Italy experience. We're happy to help you decide.
Exceptionally. Italy is one of the world's most romantic destinations, candlelit dinners in Tuscan hilltop villages, a private boat along the Amalfi Coast at sunset, a gondola in Venice, a clifftop suite in Taormina with Etna visible across the water. The combination of extraordinary food, wine, beauty, and warmth makes Italy a near-perfect honeymoon choice. Popular honeymoon combinations include Amalfi Coast + Puglia, Florence + Tuscany, or a Sicilian grand tour.
UK passport holders can visit Italy for up to 90 days within any 180-day period without a visa. Italy is part of the Schengen Area, the 90-day limit applies to all Schengen countries combined, not just Italy. From 2025, travellers from the UK will need to register under the ETIAS system (a simple online pre-travel authorisation), similar to the US ESTA. We'll advise on any entry requirements ahead of your travel.
Italy combines beautifully with other European destinations, Greece, Croatia, and Montenegro are popular twin-centre options. For those wanting a beach extension to a city break, Sicily or Puglia in summer work well combined with a few days in Rome or Florence. We can price and arrange the entire combined trip as a single protected package.
Fill in the enquiry form below or call us on 0330 043 7791. Let us know your travel dates, number of guests, preferred region or hotel (if you have one in mind), and what you most want from the trip, culture, food, beaches, romance, or a combination. We'll come back with tailored recommendations and a full package price.
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