UMBRIA AND TUSCANY
WITH MARCI
September 26 to October 3, 2026
8 Days Premium Umbria Experience
Intimate women only group, limited to 9 to 11 guests
$ 4,900 - Large Private Double Room with Ensuite Bathroom
Each guest enjoys a spacious private room with ensuite bathroom for her exclusive use.
Arrival and Departure airport Rome (Leonardo da Vinci International Airport - FCO)
Discover Italy With Marci and Alessandra
We are delighted to be co-hosting this special journey together, combining our shared love for meaningful travel and authentic connection.
With Alessandra’s deep Italian roots and bicultural perspective, and Marci’s uncompromising taste and savoir-faire, we have created an itinerary that goes far beyond sightseeing and enters the realm of memory-making.
Each day is thoughtfully curated with care, warmth, and attention to detail. We look forward to welcoming you to Italy and sharing it with you.
Alessandra & Marci
Our Private Villa
11 elegant bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom. The retreat is designed so that every guest can enjoy her own private room at no additional cost, with sharing always optional, but never required.
Common areas for relaxing and gathering.
Pool and relaxing outdoor spaces.
Daily housekeeping.
Private chef at the villa.
and an amazing itinerary!
THE EXPERIENCE
Curated Villa Retreat for Women Seeking Beauty and Deep Connection
This is an 8 day, 7 night villa based journey through the heart of Umbria, thoughtfully designed to blend beauty, culture, and unforgettable hands on experiences. With time to relax and reconnect, this itinerary also invites discovery and creation, making it ideal for women who love full, enriching days and returning home with stories to tell.
Two of the highlights of the week include a dinner at a one Michelin star restaurant and a hands on visit to one of Italy’s most iconic chocolate factories, where you will learn how to make the famous Baci Perugina chocolates yourself. These are not add ons, they are core moments of the journey.
Another unforgettable day takes us beyond Umbria into Tuscany, driving through the breathtaking Val d’Orcia, one of Italy’s most iconic landscapes and a UNESCO World Heritage area, on our way to the rolling hills near Montepulciano. Here we enjoy a truly special cooking class at a local agriturismo, a once in a lifetime experience that is immersive, joyful, and deeply Italian. It is a longer day with travel involved, but one that consistently becomes a favorite and is worth every minute.
Throughout the week, you will also explore towns like Assisi, Spello, Todi, Deruta, Perugia and Bracciano, enjoy shared meals, cook together, laugh together, and experience Italy in a way that feels authentic and human. Even with a more active rhythm, the villa remains a grounding presence, a place to return to, unwind, and connect at the end of each day
ITINERARY
Day 1
Arrival in Rome and private transfer to the villa
Time to settle in, unpack, and relax
Included meal: Welcome dinner at the villa prepared by our private chef.
Day 3
Slow morning at the villa.
Afternoon visit to Todi with free time to explore.
Optional wine and olive oil tasting. EUR 35 payable on site, includes tasting of 3-4 wines, authentic olive oil and finger food.
Included meal: Breackfast
Day 2
Private guided visit of Assisi including the Basilica of San Francesco.
Stop in Spello on the way back, known for its flower lined stone alleys
Included meal: Breackfast and Private chef dinner at the villa
Day 4
Head to Perugia, the chocolate center of Italy,
Hands on chocolate experience at the Perugina chocolate factory where we learn how to make their own iconic Baci chocolates inside one of Italy’s most renowned chocolate factories. See chocolate school video
Stop in Deruta to explore its famous ceramic workshops
Included meal: Breakfast, chocolates at the cooking class and private chef dinner at the villa.
Day 5
Relaxed day at the villa.
Fun guided cooking experience at the villa led by Alessandra. Time to cook together, enjoy the pool, and unwind.
For those who enjoy a little exploration, we'll also have the opportunity to visit nearby Civitella del Lago, a true hidden gem perched on a hill with sweeping views of the lake below. It offers an authentic glimpse into the timeless charm of Umbria's most characteristic hilltop villages.
Included meal: Breackfast and cook together lunch at our villa.
Day 6
Drive into Tuscany through the breathtaking Val d’Orcia, a UNESCO World Heritage landscape known for its rolling hills and iconic scenery.
Optional hands on cooking experience at a local agriturismo near Montepulciano, a truly immersive and deeply Italian experience.
EUR 150 per person, payable directly on site. This experience is highly recommended, and our past guests consistently voted it top event of the week.
Return to the villa after an unforgettable day.
Included meal: Breackfast.
Day 7 - Grand Finale
Luxury day spa experience at Borgo Brufa 5 star Spa Resort, where sweeping Umbrian views and serene design create the perfect setting to slow down and savor the moment. Full day spa access is included, with optional treatments available for those who wish to indulge further.
Farewell dinner at a Michelin starred restaurant, a refined and celebratory closing evening with two exceptional tasting menus to choose from, honoring the flavors, beauty, and shared memories of our week together.
Included meal: Breakfast and Michelin star dinner.
Day 8
Breakfast at the villa. Drive back to Rome with a stop at Lake Bracciano, a scenic volcanic lake just outside the city, famous for its crystal clear waters and the majestic Castello Orsini Odescalchi, one of the best preserved Renaissance castles in Italy. It is a perfect final stop before returning to Rome.
Castle entrance tickets are not included and cost approximately €10.00 EUR. On Saturdays, the standard ticket often includes an optional one hour guided visit, or we may choose to request a private tour (minimal additional cost).
Our adventure will conclude in Rome at approximately 3:30 to 4:00 pm, with drop off either in the city at a central location or at FCO Airport. As most return flights depart the following morning, the final overnight stay in Rome is not included and is at the guest’s discretion.
Included meal: Breakfast.
Note
Activities may occur in a different order depending on local weather and conditions.
Extend Your Stay in Rome - A world to Uncover
Since our tour starts and ends in Rome, you may choose to add a couple of nights in Rome to visit the Eternal City.
See my Rome pre or post tour suggestions guide . Discover hidden corners, authentic neighborhoods, and experiences most visitors, and often even Romans, never hear about. As a Roman, I share the insight and local knowledge to help you explore far beyond the Colosseum and the Vatican, into the layers of history, food, and everyday life that make Rome truly eternal. After all, Rome is not just a city to see, it is a world to uncover.
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST
INVESTMENT
$ 4,900
Large Double Room with Ensuite Bathroom
DEPOSIT AND RULES
$ 1,000 dollars non-refundable deposit secures your rate, and is required to reserve your spot.
See the Terms and Conditions page for additional information.
AVAILABILITY - WAITING LIST ONLY
Rooms are limited and availability changes daily. If you are considering this journey, even if not for this season or not ready to book yet, please register your interest to stay in the loop and receive updates as spaces open or new dates are released.
EXCLUSIONS
Flights to and from Italy
Travel insurance (suggested)
Personal expenses and shopping
Meals not specifically listed as included. Many meals are already covered, with 6 breakfasts included and 5 substantial meals provided. The estimated cost for the additional meals will be about €100 to €150
Cost of Cooking class in Montepulciano €150 EUR including taxes and tips payable directly at the Agriturismo.
Bracciano Castle entrance tickets cost approximately €10.00 EUR.
Wine and alcoholic beverages. Wine and alcoholic beverages are not included unless specifically stated.
Optional farm visit with wine, olive oil, and food parings €35 EUR per person.
Required local service and gratuity CASH fund: EUR 60 per person for the week, collected upon arrival.
Optional massage services at our Villa or at the Borgo Brufa resort (starting at EUR 80 per service).
The tour will conclude in Rome at approximately 3:30 to 4:00 pm, with drop off either in the city or at FCO Airport. As most return flights depart the following morning, the final overnight stay in Rome is not included and is at the guest’s discretion.
Local city or tourist taxes are not included and are set by local authorities. In the Todi area of Umbria, these typically range from approximately €2 per person per night and are paid directly at the villa.
INCLUSIONS
Accommodation and Villa Service
7 nights in a private luxury villa
8 days of activities or time to fully relax at the villa
5 days of maid service
6 breakfasts prepared at the villa
3 private chef dinners at the villa
1 farewell dinner at a one Michelin star restaurant with two tasting menus to choose from
One fun cook together experience at the villa where Alessandra shares favorite secrets guests will love bringing home, ending with a convivial shared meal and intimate moments of connection.
Hands on chocolate experience at Perugina, where you will learn to make your own iconic Baci chocolates inside one of Italy’s most renowned chocolate factories
Luxury day spa experience at Borgo Brufa Spa Resort
The optional Hands on cooking experience at The Pulcino agriturismo near Montepulciano has an added cost of EUR 150. This is a truly immersive Tuscan experience that is likely to become an unexpected highlight of the week.
Private driver at your disposal for the full week.
All group transportation during the retreat.
Return drive to Rome.
Visits to
Todi, famous for wine and olive oil, with optional tastings available at an additional cost
Perugia, the heart of Italy’s chocolate tradition, is a charming medieval city with a rich Etruscan history.
Deruta, renowned for its ceramics.
Assisi with a private guided visit of Assisi and the Basilica of San Francesco
Spello, one of Italy’s most beautiful villages, known for its flower lined stone alleys
Bracciano with it's famous Orsini-Odescalchi Castle over the Bracciano lake
REQUIREMENTS
Passport: Must be valid for at least six months after your return date, with two blank pages.
No visa or special registrations are currently required for 2026. Travelers are advised to verify current requirements prior to departure, as regulations may change. See official information here.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Travel insurance is highly recommended to cover trip cancellations, medical emergencies, and disruptions. Consider a “Cancel for Any Reason” (CFAR) plan. Here a some reputable provider (not affiliated with us):
Allianz Travel - annual and single-trip plans
Travel Guard – with CFAR options
Seven Corners – with CFAR options
You May Be Covered by Your Credit Card
Some premium credit cards, like American Express and Chase Sapphire, offer travel insurance benefits that may cover trip cancellations, delays, and emergencies—it’s worth checking with your provider for details
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