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Untold Rome: Hidden Secrets of the Eternal City

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Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy 3 DAYS

MON 30 OCT - WED 1 NOV 2023

Untold Rome: Stories and Secrets of the Eternal City

Join us in incomparable Rome for an immersive adventure exploring the characters and stories of the Eternal City. If you've explored the classic sights and had a taste of the magic that is Roma but were left craving more, this tour is for you.

We'll explore the people and places that define this city as one of the greatest on Earth and taste our way around its classic and historic dishes while taking in remarkable vistas and more.

SMALL GROUP EXPERIENCE : 10 guests maximum

Our group trips are small and intimate. With a maximum of 10 guests on tour, we can enjoy more intimate settings and personal experiences than is possible with larger groups.

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TOUR HOST: OLIVIA WINDSOR

Leading your adventures in Rome, your host Olivia is an Australian woman who moved to the Eternal City in 2022 after spending several years living and working in the northern Piedmont region. Olivia has a huge love for the land of la dolce vita, cooking, food and wine. She has spent the last few years learning Italian (not to mention some Piemontese dialect!), immersing herself in the culture, and working on organic farms, wineries and agriturismi across Italy. Check out Olivia's adventures in Italy on her Instagram @livguine

LOCAL FOOD AND WINE: ROMAN CLASSICS AND MODERN INSPIRATION

Will it be cacio e pepe, gricia, carbonara or amatriciana? You'll learn the origins of these classic Roman dishes so beloved by locals and visitors alike.

We're passionate about celebrating these traditions but also introducing you to the creativity of the contemporary chefs of the city. Prepare to be wowed by our amazing Renaissance inspired feast and fabulous aperitivo selections.

STORYTELLING: ROMAN STYLE

Let's bring the protagonists of Rome alive in your imagination with tales of daring Empresses, plots and intrigues, painters and sculptors, popes and senators. Above all, Rome is a city built on the drive and ingenuity of its citizens over two millennia and it is nothing without their stories.

You'll hear about the families, stars and scandals that ensure the Eternal City is considered one of the most important on Earth.

VIEWS FOR MILES: ROOFTOP DINING

No trip to Rome would be complete without stunning vistas over the city's seven hills. And it's even better with a glass of wine in hand and some tasty local delicacies to munch on. We're taking you to one of our favorite rooftop haunts for some of the most celebrated views in Rome.

ARTISAN CRAFTS

Storytelling takes many forms. One of the best ways we've learned about how Romans lived in the past is through the tradition of mosaics.

From the stone and marble decorations of ancient times to the glittering golden Byzantine masterpieces seen in churches throughout the city, mosaics are an enduring tradition and method of sharing tales and insights into bygone eras

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Location : Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

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30 Oct 2023

Mon 30 Oct 2023

DAY 1: WELCOME TO UNTOLD ROME

The Eternal City greets you with an extraordinary energy fuelled by a thousand tales seeping from its ancient walls, Renaissance treasures and Baroque masterpieces.

Check in to an oasis of calm at our historic luxury hotel housed in a former monastery. This exclusive resort is a hidden gem tucked away in a peaceful nook of timeless Rome. Once you are settled in, meet with the rest of your group and your host Olivia before we set off to explore the incredible palazzo of an influential Roman family.

We’ll hear tales of glory and intrigue that bring this resplendent palace to life as we wander through its grand rooms admiring art from Caravaggio, Bernini, Raffaello and more. Once home to princes and princesses, if only these walls could talk! With heads spinning from the fascinating tales of iconic artists and the family who still reside in the palace today, we head to a unique aperitivo within the palazzo. Sip on cocktails inspired by the stories we’ve uncovered and get to know our group in style.

This evening we are off for an unforgettable modern Roman dinner in one of the city’s best restaurants. We’ll sample eight different wines with our dedicated sommelier throughout our tasting menu as we continue to learn about this one-of-a-kind city through our tastebuds.

Day 1 Inclusions:

Activities: Guided tour of palazzo
Meals: Evening welcome aperitivo, Sommelier led wine dinner

Hotel

Donna Camilla Savelli (or similar)

31 Oct 2023

Tue 31 Oct 2023

DAY 2: Stories from Ancient Rome

After a delicious breakfast, we’ll enjoy a walk through some of the most important locations in centro storico as our expert guide brings tales of Ancient Rome to life.

Was Empress Livia really a murderous villainess? Or was the truth more nuanced than that? Was Nero as evil as we’ve been led to believe? And was Augustus really Rome’s greatest Emperor? These are just some of titillating questions we’ll ponder together.

They say to always look up when you’re wandering through Italy, and today we’re taking you there for lunch. Relax with a delicious spread high up above as we get a fascinating view of the contrasts between ancient and modern architecture.

Next, it’s time to roll our sleeves up for a tactile experience. Together we will learn how people communicated through an ancient medium to share their stories and histories. Craft your own unique souvenir and tell your very own Roman story this afternoon.

You have a few hours free time to relax at our hotel or continue your Roman adventures on your own. This evening, we head to one of the most local Roman neighbourhoods for a gastronomic adventure.

Built quite literally atop a mountain of amphore, this was where Ancient Roman butchers and workers once lived. Tonight we dine at a historic restaurant where you can choose to try one of the classic pasta dishes of the city; cacio e pepe, gricia, carbonara, pajata and amatriciana!

Day 2 Inclusions:

Activities: Expert tour of Ancient Roman sites, artisan craft workshop
Meals: Breakfast, lunch with wine, dinner with wine

Hotel

Donna Camilla Savelli (or similar)

1 Nov 2023

Wed 1 Nov 2023

DAY 3: Remarkable Neighborhoods and Renaissance Rome

Our final hours in timeless Rome are full of mystery and wonder.

This morning, we set off to wander the cobblestone streets of one of the most romantic districts. It’s one of the prettiest neighbourhoods in the city, complete with draping ivy, and ochre colored buildings. You often feel like you’re in a film set here.

We meet our expert guide for a walk through the charming streets, chatting with locals and lively artisans who live here, and learning about those who made it there home once upon a time.

Today’s farewell meal takes inspiration from Rome’s Renaissance masters. Modelled on a typical feast, we go on a culinary journey through time and space together. Sit back and enjoy dishes that revive the aromas, scents, flavours and colors of Roman cuisine from a bygone era paired with matching wines.

With bellies and hearts full, we say our farewells to beautiful Roma, a city that enchants and inspires, delights and frustrates, but always leaves you dreaming of her.

Day 3 Inclusions:

Activities: Walking tour of Trastevere and Isola Tiberina
Meals: Breakfast, lunch with wine

Hotel

Donna Camilla Savelli (or similar)

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US$2,790 per person

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INCLUDED:

We have strived to make our exclusive hidden Rome tour as inclusive as possible with no hidden surprises. Included in your tour:

2 nights in charming luxury 4 star accommodation (based on double occupancy). A single supplement of $USD 500 applies
Guided custom themed walking tours with expert local guides
Unique experiences: artisan workshop, wine tasting, Renaissance themed lunch
Meals: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 aperitivo and 2 dinners as specified in the itinerary. Wine and bottled water is included with meals other than breakfast
Luxury air-conditioned transportation
Tips and gratuities for drivers and local guides

Where only 2 meals are included per day, either lunch or dinner is extremely substantial and usually guests prefer a small snack for the other meal. We can recommend excellent restaurants and snack bars at each location should you require them. All meals include wine and bottled water. Should you prefer other beverages, they are not included in the cost of the tour.

NOT INCLUDED:

Our tour prices do not include

your international roundtrip airfare or internal flight or travel arrangements to Rome
travel insurance
your arrival and departure transfers
activities not included in the trip itinerary
additional hotel charges such as room service, hotel bar tabs and laundry
food and beverages not included in our itinerary
gratuity for your tour leader is also not included.

CANCELATION POLICY:

No one books a trip to Italy with the intention of canceling it, but unexpected events do occur. Our cancelation policy is in place to help guests, our local partners and us through expenses that may arise from unexpected cancelations.

Cancelations Initiated by You:

If you cancel your trip up to 120 days prior to departure, you will receive a full refund minus a $US 500 per-person service fee (to cover credit card fees and other non-refundable costs associated with your booking)
Cancel between 119 and 61 days prior to the trip departure, and a 50% refund applies
Cancelations within 60 days of departure incur a 100% cancelation fee

Cancelations Initiated by Us:

We reserve the right to cancel tours with inadequate participant interest, in which case your hold deposit will be refunded. Notification of cancelation for this reason will occur at least 100 days prior to trip departure. As mentioned above, we cannot be held responsible for any personal expenses, such as airline tickets due to changes in itineraries or tour cancelations before your tour has been confirmed. Review our complete cancelation policy here.

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Untold Rome: Hidden Secrets of the Eternal City

Untold Rome: Stories and Secrets of the Eternal City

SMALL GROUP EXPERIENCE : 10 guests maximum

Learn more about what to expect on tour

SMALL GROUP EXPERIENCE : 10 guests maximum

Learn more about what to expect on tour

TOUR HOST: OLIVIA WINDSOR

TOUR HOST: OLIVIA WINDSOR

LOCAL FOOD AND WINE: ROMAN CLASSICS AND MODERN INSPIRATION

LOCAL FOOD AND WINE: ROMAN CLASSICS AND MODERN INSPIRATION

STORYTELLING: ROMAN STYLE

STORYTELLING: ROMAN STYLE

VIEWS FOR MILES: ROOFTOP DINING

VIEWS FOR MILES: ROOFTOP DINING

ARTISAN CRAFTS

ARTISAN CRAFTS

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30 Oct 2023

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31 Oct 2023

Day 2 Inclusions:

1 Nov 2023

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