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Dear Antonio & Luke,
Welcome to Italy
Thank you for checking in with regards to getting your flights booked and your confirmed dates. I am incredibly excited to present you with your updated Italian honeymoon, giving you the opportunity to explore the dreamy cities of Rome and Sorrento as well as some bonus time in the stunning Tuscan city of Florence.
I have kept all of the properties the same as in your original itinerary but I have made some tweaks to the original. They are as follows:
- Added an additional night in Florence, if your friend is meeting you there I can imagine you'd like a free day after the wine tasting experience to really see Florence and relax and rewind if needed
- Added a flight between Naples and Rome to arrive the day before your international flight departs. This just takes any stress out of travelling
- Added a night at the Isola Sacra Rome Airport Hotel where you'll be able to relax and unwind before catching your international flight the next day.
We can of course tweak the last day if you would prefer to have a night in Rome city centre but it's my recommendation to spend the last night in Rome so you are in the right city to depart the next day.
I have curated a stunning itinerary that maximises your time in each destination, including an array of beautiful hotels, bucket-list tours, and upgraded trains from place to place.
Your itinerary begins with 3 nights in Rome at the not only beautiful but perfectly located Leon's Place, you'll also enjoy a private golf cart tour of Rome. This is a super fun way to get your bearings of the city and take in the sights too!
With this being your honeymoon, I wanted to ensure it was extra special for you both and what's more romantic than some time together in the scenic Tuscan city of Florence. During your time here you will also head off to a stunning wine 2 of you but we can certainly add on your friends with no problem at all. This is a small group of 10 so you'll still enjoy that intimate and fun experience.
To round off an already beautiful stay, you'll enjoy some time on the iconic Amalfi Coast at the Grand Hotel Ambasciatori Sorrento. While in Sorrento I wanted to include some amazing experiences for you. From a cooking class with a stunning seaview to a boat trip in Capri, I have got you covered. As your itinerary draws to an end you'll have a perfect honeymoon end to your trip with a lovely sunset boat trip just for the two of you.
I have ensured that you will have a gorgeous room as I have upgraded you to the panoramic ocean view junior suite. You'll be able to enjoy an Aperol or a glass of fizz while you watch the sunset from your balcony.
I'm conscious we're slightly above budget, but I promise this is 100% worth the extra if you're able to stretch. If we're a little high, there are certainly ways we can bring the price down slightly, and I'm on hand to ensure every detail is perfect for you both.
I'm SO excited to catch up when you are ready and feeling better. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions in the meantime.
Have a great evening and enjoy!!
Best wishes,
Samantha McCormack 
Your Itinerary In Detail
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This itinerary has been tailor-made for you. No two itineraries are the same and we are always able to make changes if something isn't quite right.
Thursday 29th August 2024
Welcome to Rome
Welcome to Rome
A heady mix of haunting ruins, awe-inspiring art and vibrant street life, Italy’s hot-blooded capital is one of the world’s most romantic and charismatic cities.
Rome is the biggest and arguably the most fascinating city in Italy. You could spend a month here and still only scratch the surface. It’s an ancient place, packed with the relics of over two thousand years of inhabitation, yet it’s so much more than an open-air museum. Rome’s culture, food, and people make up a modern, vibrant city that is deserving of all the visitors that travel there every year. As a historic centre, it is special enough; as a contemporary European capital, it is utterly unique.
Private Vehicle from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Leon's Place
Private Vehicle from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Leon's Place
Upon arrival at Rome Airport, you will be met by an Out Of Office representative and privately transferred to Leon's Place, perfectly located to enjoy everything Rome has to offer.
Leon's Place for 3 nights
Leon's Place for 3 nights
This stylish hotel has a real boutique feel as well as a blend of traditional charm and modern luxury. It also has an enviable setting close to the Piazza della Repubblica, Via Veneto, Villa Borghese Gardens and the Via Condotti shopping area. The cool interior features of this chic property have contrasting tones and details that blend perfectly with the building’s historic charms – this is contemporary Italian design at its finest.
The hotel is home to the glamorous ‘Visionnaire Cafè which prides itself on creative cocktails and mouth-watering hors d’oeuvres. The bar and its shaded courtyard are the perfect places to sip a refreshing glass of prosecco after a busy day spent discovering famed Roman attractions such as the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. You can also make use of the hotel’s leisure facilities which include a steamroom, Jacuzzi and massage services.
The modern feel of the rooms is reflective of the hotel as a whole. The grey and white tones and space-maximising mirror details are complemented by chic and comfortable furnishings. The Classic Rooms offer a great value choice while the Deluxe Rooms are more spacious.
Your room: Classic Room
The luminous bedrooms of Leon's Place are spacious and elegantly furnished, with a study in precious materials combined with the modernity of the spaces. Each classic room is curated in detail, with a unique design, high decorated ceilings and beautiful marble bathrooms.
Saturday 31st August 2024
Private Golf Cart Tour of Rome
Private Golf Cart Tour of Rome
Today you will enjoy a private tour of Rome.
Today's experience offers an alternative, and we think ingenious, way to see the Eternal City. Imagine seeing the main sites of Rome from the comfort of a cushioned seat in an eco-friendly golf cart. You will be able to see a vast amount of this capital city, without ever tiring, making this a very comprehensive tour. Your expert tour guide driver will take you around the city to some of the most popular attractions such as the Colosseum, Pantheon, Spanish Steps, and plenty of hidden gems along the way.
Out Of Office is a firm supporter of sustainable tourism efforts and this tour is the perfect example with our eco-friendly golf cart and semi-private groups of no more than six travelers. This not only helps maintain the ecological integrity of Rome, but also allows travelers to truly enjoy the content of their tour with like-minded fellow travelers. This Golf Cart Tour of Rome is the perfect way to see the city and with a small group size you will get to know the nooks and crannies of the city in a unique way.
Sunday 1st September 2024
Train from Rome (Termini) to Florence (Firenze Santa Maria Novella)
Train from Rome (Termini) to Florence (Firenze Santa Maria Novella)
This morning you will catch a local taxi / Uber to Rome's Termini Station, in time for your direct train up to Florence. Schedules haven't been released for May 2024 just yet, but I have included estimated times below:
Departure: 11.05 am
Arrival: 12.31 pm
The train takes around 1h 26m, offering dreamy views of rural Italy en route. On the other side, you will take a local taxi / Uber to your hotel.
Welcome to Florence
Welcome to Florence
Cradle of the Renaissance, romantic, enchanting and utterly irresistible, Florence (Firenze) is a place to feast on world-class art and gourmet Tuscan cuisine.
Art & Architecture
Few cities are so compact in size or so packed with extraordinary art and architecture masterpieces at every turn. The urban fabric of this small city, on the banks of the Arno river in northeastern Tuscany, has hardly changed since the Renaissance and its narrow cobbled streets are a cinematic feast of elegant 15th- and 16th-century palazzi (palaces), medieval candle-lit chapels, fresco-decorated churches, marble basilicas and world-class art museums brimming with paintings and sculptures by Botticcelli, Michelangelo et al. Unsurprisingly, the entire city centre is a Unesco World Heritage Site.
Boutique Shopping
Italy’s fashion industry was born and bred here. Homegrown designers Guccio Gucci and Salvatore Ferragamo opened haute-couture boutiques in Florence in the 1920s and shopping in the Tuscan capital has been stylish ever since. A-lister fashion houses lace Via de’ Tornabuoni and a Pandora’s box of specialist boutiques selling all manner of beautiful objects parade alongside family-run botteghe (workshops) in a glorious tangle of medieval backstreets. Watch fourth-generation Florentine goldsmiths and shoemakers at work, buy artisan scents evocative of the Florentine countryside and Tuscan sea breeze, and know the tag ‘Fiorentina’ is one of the finest international labels going.
Food & Wine
Quality produce sourced locally, seasonally and sustainably is the holy trinity and Florentines share an enormous pride in their culinary tradition. Their city, surrounded by wine-rich hills, is a gourmet paradise where eating and drinking exceedingly well is mandatory. Be it a traditional bowl of earthy ribollita (bean, bread and veg soup), a tripe panino at a family-run food truck or a blue T-bone steak served in a market trattoria unchanged since 1915, dining in Florence is timeless and memorable. Raw cuisine, fish bistros, craft cocktails and the dazzling creativity of modern young Tuscan chefs add a contemporary edge.
La Dolce Vita
Stand on a bridge over the Arno several times a day and the light and mood changes every time. At sunset, hike to Piazzale Michelangelo to be dazzled by a palette embracing every known shade of soft pink, orange and fiery amber. Surprisingly small as it is, Florence looms large on the world’s ‘must-sees’ list – and not just for its unmatched treasure chest of art. Rich in culture, backdropped by history and anchored by family, faith and food, the Florentine lifestyle is enviably sweet. Enjoy a go-slow afternoon passeggiata, indulge in an aperitivo at dusk, savour la dolce vita…
Grand Hotel Minerva for 3 nights
Grand Hotel Minerva for 3 nights
Welcome to the newly refurbished Grand Hotel Minerva, first class, 4-star hotel located in Florence's historic city center. We have refurbished our 97-room boutique hotel with the ambition of being the best Boutique Hotel in Florence.
The best because many of our rooms — all warm, inviting, and furnished in contemporary style — afford peerless views like that of the church and square of Santa Maria Novella and Florence's major historic buildings and monuments. Best, because you will be pampered by excellent, attentive service, provided with dedication and passion by our well-trained, helpful staff who will always greet you with a sincere smile.
We are right in the historic center of Florence in the completely renovated and pedestrianized Piazza Santa Maria Novella, brimming with vibrant restaurants and cafés and featuring a lovely new rose garden. Our perfect location is a short walk from all of Florence's main tourist attractions including Piazza del Duomo and its glorious cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Piazza della Repubblica, the iconic David of Michelangelo, the Uffizi museum, Ponte Vecchio and Florence’s most eminent luxury shopping street, Via Tornabuoni. Other locations in walking distance include Palazzo degli Affari, the Firenze Fiera Centro Congressi, and the Fortezza Da Basso.
Staying with us means finding an oasis in the hustle and bustle of the city. You will be able to spend an entire day here, either doing something somewhere, or simply nothing everywhere. On the sixth floor is our scenic terrace with a sweeping view of Florence, a roof swimming pool (heated – 28°C / 83°F) and a pool bar where — from April to October — you can lounge, refresh, revive, and enjoy drinks and snacks. Plus, we have a fitness center with a large whirlpool and two restaurants, one of which is outdoors in the square, with a view of the façade of the church of Santa Maria Novella.
Your room: Premium Room
With contemporary style & state-of-the-art technology, your Premium Room is a simple yet elegant comfort in the heart of Florence. Enjoy the stunning view from your room.
Monday 2nd September 2024
Florence Wine Tour - Small Group
Florence Wine Tour - Small Group
Today you will head to the Chianti region of Tuscany for a fun day learning about wine and the local traditions of the region. Let the experts show you how traditional Chianti wine has been made for the past 3oo years.
You will be taken to a private family-run winery and will also be given a tour of the family’s cellars.
This wine tasting is not just a stuffy event of swirling and sniffing your glass. You will get the opportunity to learn the story of the winery and the family that currently lives there. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity with a real, local Tuscan family.
With your English-speaking guides, you are guaranteed to go home and impress your friends with all of the knowledge you pick up on our tour. And the best part is, you won’t even feel like you are learning, it just seems like a gathering amongst old friends!
The tour begins with a trip to the vineyards to learn about and taste the different types of grapes used to make wine. After you’ve got a chance to see where the grapes are grown, we return to the winery for a guided wine tasting with wine made on-site. The tasting is followed by a delicious traditional Tuscan lunch and a tour of the wine cellar.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Tour departs at 10 am from our shop in Via Ghibellina 133 red, usually, return around 3 or 4 pm
- Comfortable, air-conditioned van transport
- Accompanied by a bi-lingual tour guide
- Lunch (vegetarian and vegan options) and wine included
Wednesday 4th September 2024
Train from Florence ( Firenze Santa Maria Novella) to Naples
Train from Florence ( Firenze Santa Maria Novella) to Naples
This morning you will catch a local taxi / Uber back to Terontola-Cortona Station, ready for your train down to the beautiful Amalfi Coast. Schedules haven't been released for May 2024 just yet, but I have included the following.
Departure: 10.43 am
Arrival 13.43 pm
The journey takes around 3h.
Welcome to Sorrento
Welcome to Sorrento
A small resort with a big reputation, Sorrento is a town of lemons, high-pedigree hotels and plunging cliffs that cut through the heart of the historical core.
The town’s longstanding popularity stems from its location at the western gateway to the Amalfi. It’s also on the train line to Pompeii and has regular fast-ferry connections to Naples and Capri.
Tourism has a long history here. It was a compulsory stop on the 19th-century 'Grand Tour' and interest in the town was first sparked by the poet Byron, who inspired a long line of holidaying literary geniuses – including Goethe, Dickens and Tolstoy – to sample the Sorrentine air. The romance persists. Wander through Piazza Tasso on any given Sunday and you’ll be exposed to one of Italy’s finer passeggiatas (strolls), snaking past palatial hotels, magnificent marquetry shops and simple Campanian restaurants serving gnocchi alla sorrentina finished off with a shot of ice-cold limoncello.
Private Vehicle from Naples Train Station to Grand Hotel Ambasciatori Sorrento
Private Vehicle from Naples Train Station to Grand Hotel Ambasciatori Sorrento
On arrival in Naples, you'll be met by your driver and taken to your hotel. En route, you'll take a pit stop at the historic Pompeii.
Pompeii
Pompeii
In 79 AD, waves of volcanic runoff and ash buried Pompeii, one of the Rome’s most active and splendid cities. The speed and magnitude of the event left the city frozen in time, preserved as it was.
Today, excavations of the ancient metropolis have revealed some of the most significant insights into Roman art, customs, trades, and the brick-a-brack of everyday life. Walking the 2000-year-old streets reveals a wealth of architectural styles. Pompeii didn’t segregate its neighborhoods based on income, so you'll find affordable apartments are next to lavish villas. The city’s best-preserved home is the House of the Vetti, where you can admire richly frescoed entertainment rooms, and a central courtyard where a pool is surrounded by a formal garden. The city enjoyed an abundance of water, and used an aqueduct-fed reservoir to supply everything from public fountains to a street-cleaning system.
Grand Hotel Ambasciatori Sorrento for 4 nights
Grand Hotel Ambasciatori Sorrento for 4 nights
Formerly the summer residence of a Piemonte nobleman, this splendid 19th-Century villa is now an elegant hotel boasting a dramatic setting. Perched on a clifftop, the views over the coastline and Bay of Naples are simply breathtaking. Sorrento is just a ten minute walk away, making this gem of a hotel a great base for exploring the local area. Soothe aching muscles in the outdoor pool with hydro-massage or relax under the shade of palm trees on the sun terrace. For a change of scenery, take the internal lift down to the private beach.
Restaurant Le Muse, which also houses the Vesuvio Terrace, has delightful views over the Bay of Naples, which are best enjoyed at sunset. When it's time to indulge in a refreshing cocktail or two you have a choice of three bars with different settings – overlooking the gardens, at the bottom of the cliff facing the sea or on the poolside terrace overlooking the sea.
All of the rooms are classically furnished. Double Balcony Garden View Rooms overlook the gardens, but if you long for a glimpse of the sparkling sea then it's worth upgrading to a Double Balcony Partial Sea View Room or a spacious Suite Balcony Sea View.
Your room: Deluxe Junior Suite Ocean View
Mediterranean colours and local ceramics highlighting the natural light of the room. These type of rooms carved in a rocky cliff overlooking the sea have the ability to feel both spacious and intimate. Every area is formed with space to rest and to relax starting from the balcony with a breathtaking view on the bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius.
Not to mention the spectacular scenery of the Ischia and Procida Islands nearby as well as the whole outlined coastline. A Rock-cut elevator leads down from rooms' floor directly to the sea level at the private rocky beach with jetty and sundeck.
The Bathrooms with the dazzling design are very large and are featuring a double sink, bathtub, walk-in shower with a rainfall showerhead, separate toilet as well accessories like attentive complimentary toiletries, magnifying mirror, bathrobes, slippers, hairdryer, direct dial telephone just to mention a few.
Thursday 5th September 2024
Cook like a local with Seaview
Cook like a local with Seaview
Learn how to prepare classic Italian dishes in a local family kitchen overlooking the Sorrentine coastline. Join your host and instructor to pick up tips and techniques for turning out flawless eggplant parmesan, fresh gnocchi in tomato sauce, and tiramisù during an informal, hands-on lesson. Cap off your lesson by feasting on what you’ve prepared during an al fresco meal on the scenic terrace.
- Connect with a local host and instructor in his family villa on the coast Learn the secrets to making three traditional dishes from scratch
- Relax over lunch or dinner featuring your starter, main dish, and dessert
- Convenient round-trip transportation from the Vico Equense train station.
Friday 6th September 2024
Capri & Blue Grotto Boat Trip
Capri & Blue Grotto Boat Trip
Discover the dazzling beauty and captivating culture of Capri and Sorrento on a small-group boat tour. With a maximum of seven passengers on board, you’re treated to an intimate and truly personalized Italian experience. Have your camera ready for the Natural Arch, Villa Malaparte, Cala di Mitigliano Waterfall, and of course, the Blue Grotto. Later, enjoy free time to explore the island at your own pace.
- Experience the exclusivity of a small group
- Relax in complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off
- Observe local sea life with provided snorkel gear
- Enjoy snacks and drinks on board the boat
Saturday 7th September 2024
Private Amalfi Coast Sunset Yacht Cruise
Private Amalfi Coast Sunset Yacht Cruise
It's your final evening, and today's tour will be the perfect way to close your spectacular Italian honeymoon.
Enjoy a truly magical sunset cruise around the breathtakingly beautiful Amalfi Coast on this private sunset yacht cruise aboard OOO's super-luxury 2023 Tornado 38. With an open bar serving wine, beer, and prosecco, relax on the sun deck of this brand-new speedboat.
The 2023 Tornado 38 is designed to be fast, stylish, and the latest word in maritime luxury. Enjoy speeding out to sea, the wind in your hair, to watch the famously stunning sunset over the Amalfi’s charming coastal villages, the dramatic cliffs, ancient rock formations, tiny islands, and the vast ocean.
Sunday 8th September 2024
Private Transfer from Grand Hotel Ambasciatori to NAP
Private Transfer from Grand Hotel Ambasciatori to NAP
This morning you will be picked up from the Grand Hotel Ambasciatori and privately transferred to Naples Airport, in time for your return journey to the USA.
Flight on AZ 1270
Flight on AZ 1270
| From | To |
|---|---|
| Capodichino Airport (NAP) |
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) |
| Departs | Arrives |
| 08-Sep-2024 15:10:00 | 08-Sep-2024 16:05:00 |
| Airline | Cabin |
| ITA Airways | Economy |
Isola Sacra Rome Airport Hotel for 1 night
Isola Sacra Rome Airport Hotel for 1 nights
The modern and comfortable Isola Sacra Rome is a luxurious 4-star hotel. It is located in a strategic position only 3 km from the international airport of Fiumicino Leonardo Da Vinci. Hotel Isola boasts first-class service, an excellent and award-winning indoor restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, and a private garden.
Your room: Classic Double Room
The classic rooms have a modern and functional design where you can have all the hotel services you need to enjoy a comfortable and pleasant stay. All the rooms are fully equipped with free wi-fi, satellite tv, and individually controlled airconditioning.
What's Included
Your itinerary includes
- Private transfer from Rome Airport to hotel
- 3 nights at Leon’s Place, Rome
- Classic Room with breakfast
- Private golf cart tour of Rome
- Train from Rome to Florence
- 3 nights at the Grand Hotel Minerva
- Premium Room with breakfast
- Florence Wine Tour – Small Group
- Train from Florence to Sorrento
- Private transfer from Naples train station to the Grand Hotel Ambasciatori
- Via Pompeii
- 4 nights at the Grand Hotel Ambasciatori, Sorrento
- Upgraded Deluxe Junior Suite Ocean View
- Cook like a local with Seaview
- Capri & Blue Grotto Boat Trip
- Private Amalfi Coast sunset cruise
- Private transfer from hotel to Naples Airport
- Domestic flight from Naples to Rome
- Checked baggage included
- 1 night at the Isola Sacra Rome Airport Hotel
- Classic Double Room with breakfast
- 24/7 emergency concierge service
Your itinerary excludes
- International flights
- Transfer to / from train stations
- Local hotel taxes
- Visas (if applicable)
- Travel insurance
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