Hotel de la Ville, Rome
This enchanting hotel is nestled in the heart of Rome, just around the corner from the iconic Spanish Steps. Hotel de la Ville know how t... Read more
Wings Over the World itineraries feature private charter flights between destinations, allowing you the convenience of visiting remote places with less time spent getting there.
Immerse yourself in Italy’s sun-splashed Mediterranean vibe on an easygoing luxury journey from Rome’s Renaissance art and classic cuisine to rural Puglia and the storied islands of Sardinia and Sicily, exploring local cultures, wines and favourite dishes along the way, and smoothly accessing these far-flung locales via exclusive private flights.
Journey Highlights
Arrive in Rome, the Eternal City, where you are met and transferred to your hotel in the city centre. Tonight, join your Resident Tour Director and fellow guests for a welcome reception and dinner.
Hotel de la Ville | Meals: D
Dive into the history of Rome as you explore some of its most iconic sights and view the great Ara Pacis of Augustus, an altar dedicated to Pax, the goddess of peace, adorned with detailed stone friezes depicting ancient Roman life. Indulge in lunch at Alfredo alla Scrofa, where the classic dish fettuccine Alfredo was originally created. Afterward, on an A&K-exclusive experience, gain private entry to the Villa Farnesina, a 16th-century suburban estate noted for its sumptuous Renaissance frescoes. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure, free to explore the city your own way.
Hotel de la Ville | Meals: BL
Fly by chartered air to Sardinia, Italy’s mountainous island resting in the heart of the Mediterranean. Arrive in time for lunch, and then tour the prehistoric site of Nuraghe La Prisgiona, dating to the 14th century BC. Continue to your hotel for check-in, and later gather for dinner at a local restaurant.
CPH Pevero Hotel | Meals: BLD
Set out on a 4x4 Jeep safari into rural Sardinia, absorbing breathtaking views of the ocean from rocky heights while wandering through country landscapes and rural villages. Stop for a traditional lunch of Sardo specialties in a local farmhouse perched above the scenic coastline.
CPH Pevero Hotel | Meals: BL
Fly to Bari, in Puglia, Italy’s mythic southern region, then transfer to Matera, a city renowned for its compelling mix of ancient history, architectural wonders and stunning natural landscapes. Enjoy lunch and a guided tour of this mecca for artists, before continuing to your hotel near Puglia’s sparkling Adriatic coast.
Masseria Torre Maizza | Meals: BLD
Travel to a local masseria that houses olive groves reaching back centuries. Stroll the farm with the resident expert, taste a variety of oils, and then join a cooking experience, using their products to create delicious focaccia and pasta. Later, visit Alberobello to explore the region’s unique trulli houses. Built entirely of stone without mortar, only a handful of people remain who can still create these distinctive structures. Explore the town with a local expert, and then return to your hotel.
Masseria Torre Maizza | Meals: BL
This morning, enjoy one of these Design Your Day activities.
Afterward, return to your hotel, with your afternoon at leisure. Later, gather for a Scenic Sundowner and dinner overlooking the sea.
Masseria Torre Maizza | Meals: BLD
Board a short flight to Catania in Sicily. Continue overland to Syracuse, one of the earliest and most powerful colonies of Ancient Greece. Join a local expert who reveals the many-layered history of this old city and take time for lunch at leisure. Then, continue to Noto, where you check in to your hotel. Later, join the traditional passegiatto (pre-dinner stroll) in beautiful Noto before dining at a local restaurant.
Il San Corrado di Noto | Meals: BD
Venture into the countryside this morning and take a gentle hike to Noto Antica to explore the remains of the town destroyed in the earthquake of 1693. Continue to a winery in the nearby Avola area, home of the famous Nero d’Avola grape, one of Sicily’s most important indigenous varieties. Taste the fruit of the vine and enjoy a delicious winery lunch. The rest of your day is at leisure to relax and enjoy your hotel.
Il San Corrado di Noto | Meals: BL
Journey to nearby Ragusa, a town rebuilt after the great earthquake in 1693 — and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site — that exemplifies the Sicilian Baroque style. Afterward, continue to another UNESCO-listed site, Modica, for an introduction to their chocolate crafting skills: a molto dolce Chef’s Table experience that includes a demonstration and tasting workshop. Tonight, gather for a farewell dinner.
Il San Corrado di Noto | Meals: BD
After breakfast, privately transfer to Catania airport for your departing flight.
Meals: B
Minimum age is 10 years.
First group event: welcome briefing at 6:00 p.m. on Day 1
Last group event: farewell dinner at 7:30 p.m. on Day 11
Flight Details: Rome–Olbia (45 min) | Olbia–Bari (1 hr 30 min) | Bari–Catania (1 hr 15 min)
Aircraft: Challenger 850, Legacy 600, Citation XLS or comparable
Aircraft and seating configuration dependent on final number of guests
Talk to one of our expert Journey Designers or your travel agent about booking this tour as a private journey for your own small group with family or friends. Or, if you would prefer to travel privately, find out more about creating the perfect bespoke Tailor-Made Journey based on this itinerary.
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This enchanting hotel is nestled in the heart of Rome, just around the corner from the iconic Spanish Steps. Hotel de la Ville know how t... Read more
From its hilltop perch, this 16th-century masseria (farm estate) and watchtower overlooks the lush Puglian landscape on one side... Read more
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy
| Jun 10, 2025 - Jun 20, 2025 Special |
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| Price AU$68,875pp | Single Supplement AU$7,498 was AU$14,995 | Internal Air (From) AU$0 | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
| Jun 17, 2025 - Jun 27, 2025 |
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| Price AU$68,875pp | Single Supplement AU$14,995 | Internal Air (From) AU$0 | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
| Sep 2, 2025 - Sep 12, 2025 Special |
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| Price AU$68,875pp | Single Supplement AU$7,498 was AU$14,995 | Internal Air (From) AU$0 | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
| Sep 23, 2025 - Oct 3, 2025 |
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| Price AU$68,875pp | Single Supplement AU$14,995 | Internal Air (From) AU$0 | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
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