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Retreats in Italy
Perhaps no other country offers such a mix of rich pleasures as Italy. Beautiful landscapes, magnificent cultural centres and outdoor pursuits in the countryside or coast will fill your days, while the great Italian traditions of fine food and relaxed hospitality will be your constant companion.
Summer Holidays in Italy
Wondrous countryside coupled with spectacular seaside resorts are just some of the many delights to be discovered on a luxury holiday to Italy. This country is a delight for those with an interest in art, history, architecture, food and scenery. We’ve hand-selected the very best luxury hotels in Sardinia based on what our clients tell us delights them.
If you are after a seaside retreat then visit the Amalfi Coast, one of the most beautiful areas in the Mediterranean. Or if you prefer the delights of a fashionable island, Sardinia is the place to visit. Rome’s history and culture are fascinating and Venice is captivating with its winding lanes and sweeping canals.
A holiday to Italy is a perfect destination for families, couples or groups of friends travelling together. Call us to book your luxury holiday to Italy today and speak to one of our Mediterranean specialists who will advise you on how to tailor your visit.
The holiday options below are designed to give you inspiration and ideas. Call us for a tailor-made quote to fit your specific dates, duration, room type, board basis, flight upgrades and any other requirements that you may have.
3 nights from £659 per adult *excluding flights
Bed and Breakfast
Renaissance Villas With Spectacular Vistas Of Florence
This Renaissance Villa is a perfectly restored piece of history. Il Salviatino is nestled on the hillside of Fiesole just 10 minutes from the city centre and boasts one of Florence's most beautiful locations. Surrounded by an idyllic...
- Retreats
- City Breaks
- Honeymoons & Romance
3 nights from £839 per adult *excluding flights
Bed and Breakfast
Charming, Historic Tuscan Country House and Spa
The journey to Castel Monastero will take you through one of Italy's most beautiful stretches of countryside. Drive by corn fields, Chianti vines and long rows of cypress trees to the medieval village called 'Monastero d'Ombrone',...
- Retreats
- Spa Holidays
- Honeymoons & Romance
4 nights from £879 per adult *excluding flights
Bed and Breakfast
New Luxury Castello di Casole in Tuscany
Driving down a lane flanked by cypress trees in the depths of Tuscany, you will reach the breathtaking destination of the Castello di Casole. Set in 4200 acres of land, including 100 acres of organic vineyards and 30 acres of olive groves,...
- Honeymoons & Romance
- Retreats
3 nights from £1145 per adult *excluding flights
Bed and Breakfast
Beautiful Former Monastery With Spectacular Views
A former Franciscan monastery, the 15th century Villa San Michele by Orient-Express is one of the most romantic hotels in the world. Nestled on a hilltop in Fiesole amid beautiful Italian terraced gardens bursting with lemon...
- Retreats
- Honeymoons & Romance
Italy Accommodation
Price on request
Florence,
Italy
Chic, unique and beautiful- the Gallery Art Hotel is situated in the heart of Florence in a serene courtyard near Arno and Ponte Vecchio and the Palazzo Strozzi. Part of the Lungarno Hotel group owned by the Ferragamo family, the Gallery...
Price on request
Florence,
Italy
This Renaissance Villa is a perfectly restored piece of history. Il Salviatino is nestled on the hillside of Fiesole just 10 minutes from the city centre and boasts one of Florence's most beautiful locations. Surrounded by an idyllic...
Price on request
Florence,
Italy
A former Franciscan monastery, the 15th century Villa San Michele by Orient-Express is one of the most romantic hotels in the world. Nestled on a hilltop in Fiesole amid beautiful Italian terraced gardens bursting with lemon...
Price on request
Milan,
Italy
The Gray Hotel, Milan is far from gray, with a striking facade and a play on colours in the hotel's public areas this design hotel is a masterpiece of contemporary metropolitan style. The Gray Hotel looks on to the Vittorio...
Price on request
Puglia,
Italy
Five years in the making, the Borgo Egnazia officially opened in the spring of 2011 and is simply stunning. In recognition of its innovative architecture and design, the Borgo Egnazia has been awarded the New Build of the Year at the...
Price on request
Rome,
Italy
This 19th century stately white marble palazzo is a truly luxurious hotel in the heart of Rome. Neoclassical elegance with soft lighting and warm golden hues creates a private world of elegance and comfort. This grand and sumptuous hotel...
Price on request
Rome,
Italy
Located in the heart of Rome, the luxurious Hotel de Russie is a wonderful base from which to explore this
beautiful city and is situated between the Spanish Steps and Piazza del Popolo on the Via del Babuino. Step outside of the hotel...
Price on request
Rome,
Italy
This is luxury yachting rather than cruising. The Sea Dream Yacht Club offers an unstructured sailing experience and personal choice. These two luxury yachts each cater for up to 112 guests who are truly pampered by the 95...
Price on request
Rome,
Italy
The First Hotel Rome is housed in a historic building which has been completely renovated to create one of Rome's most innovative and authentic ART hotels. The building has been meticulously restored with natural materials, marble and...
Price on request
Sicily,
Italy
Walking through the centre of Taormina you will reach the Hotel Imperiale Taormina positioned above the buildings of this delightful historic town. From here guests can enjoy panoramic views of the city, the Greek theatre, the Bay of Naxos...
Price on request
Sicily,
Italy
The beautiful countryside of South East Sicily is full of olive groves, fruit orchards and vineyards perfuming the air and is where you will find Verdura Golf & Spa Resort, with its white sandy beach beside the glistening Mediterranean...
Price on request
Southern Sardinia,
Italy
Holding a splendid position on a rugged knoll, with panoramic views of the magnificent bay of Chia with its broad expanse of sand dunes, is the Chia Laguna Resort.
The Resort offers its guests a choice of accommodation styles, swimming...
Price on request
Southern Sardinia,
Italy
The Forte Village Resorts has created a bespoke philosophy on enjoying the outside environment and the beautiful local Sardinian surroundings.
The Hotel Castello, is the only 'high rise' property in the resort, and features five floors of...
Price on request
Southern Sardinia,
Italy
Forte Village is an inimitable resort set on the South West coast of Sardinia.
With a philosophy of discretion, intimacy and excellence, a holiday at Forte Village is truly an exceptional experience.
Hotel Le Dune offers ultimate...
Price on request
Southern Sardinia,
Italy
Forte Village features an elite concept of exclusivity, serenity and premier hospitality.
Set within 25 hectares of extensive grounds and landscaped gardens, stays at the resort are a wonderful occasion.
Set amongst lush green...
Price on request
Southern Sardinia,
Italy
Providing tranquil surroundings with high quality, personal and subtle hospitality, Forte Village presents an unique ideology to holiday-making.
Presented with all the amenities for you to create your bespoke vacation, you can be as...
Price on request
Tuscany,
Italy
The journey to Castel Monastero will take you through one of Italy's most beautiful stretches of countryside. Drive by corn fields, Chianti vines and long rows of cypress trees to the medieval village called 'Monastero d'Ombrone',...
Price on request
Tuscany,
Italy
Castello del Nero is idyllically situated in the heart of the Chianti region by Tavarnelle Val di Pesa. Set in a 12th century castle, once the family home of the Del Nero family, Castello del Nero has undergone a thorough refurbishment. As...
Price on request
Tuscany,
Italy
Driving down a lane flanked by cypress trees in the depths of Tuscany, you will reach the breathtaking destination of the Castello di Casole. Set in 4200 acres of land, including 100 acres of organic vineyards and 30 acres of olive groves,...
Price on request
Venice,
Italy
Located in the heart of Venice, two minutes walking distance from St Mark's Square and shopping and cultural area, the Bauer Hotel with its distinctive 1940’s façade and luminous Art Déco windows is poised between land...
Italy Accommodation
Price on request
Florence,
Italy
Chic, unique and beautiful- the Gallery Art Hotel is situated in the heart of Florence in a serene courtyard near Arno and Ponte Vecchio and the Palazzo Strozzi. Part of the Lungarno Hotel group owned by the Ferragamo family, the Gallery...
Price on request
Florence,
Italy
This Renaissance Villa is a perfectly restored piece of history. Il Salviatino is nestled on the hillside of Fiesole just 10 minutes from the city centre and boasts one of Florence's most beautiful locations. Surrounded by an idyllic...
Price on request
Florence,
Italy
A former Franciscan monastery, the 15th century Villa San Michele by Orient-Express is one of the most romantic hotels in the world. Nestled on a hilltop in Fiesole amid beautiful Italian terraced gardens bursting with lemon...
Price on request
Milan,
Italy
The Gray Hotel, Milan is far from gray, with a striking facade and a play on colours in the hotel's public areas this design hotel is a masterpiece of contemporary metropolitan style. The Gray Hotel looks on to the Vittorio...
Price on request
Puglia,
Italy
Five years in the making, the Borgo Egnazia officially opened in the spring of 2011 and is simply stunning. In recognition of its innovative architecture and design, the Borgo Egnazia has been awarded the New Build of the Year at the...
Price on request
Rome,
Italy
This 19th century stately white marble palazzo is a truly luxurious hotel in the heart of Rome. Neoclassical elegance with soft lighting and warm golden hues creates a private world of elegance and comfort. This grand and sumptuous hotel...
Price on request
Rome,
Italy
Located in the heart of Rome, the luxurious Hotel de Russie is a wonderful base from which to explore this
beautiful city and is situated between the Spanish Steps and Piazza del Popolo on the Via del Babuino. Step outside of the hotel...
Price on request
Rome,
Italy
This is luxury yachting rather than cruising. The Sea Dream Yacht Club offers an unstructured sailing experience and personal choice. These two luxury yachts each cater for up to 112 guests who are truly pampered by the 95...
Price on request
Rome,
Italy
The First Hotel Rome is housed in a historic building which has been completely renovated to create one of Rome's most innovative and authentic ART hotels. The building has been meticulously restored with natural materials, marble and...
Price on request
Sicily,
Italy
Walking through the centre of Taormina you will reach the Hotel Imperiale Taormina positioned above the buildings of this delightful historic town. From here guests can enjoy panoramic views of the city, the Greek theatre, the Bay of Naxos...
Price on request
Sicily,
Italy
The beautiful countryside of South East Sicily is full of olive groves, fruit orchards and vineyards perfuming the air and is where you will find Verdura Golf & Spa Resort, with its white sandy beach beside the glistening Mediterranean...
Price on request
Southern Sardinia,
Italy
Holding a splendid position on a rugged knoll, with panoramic views of the magnificent bay of Chia with its broad expanse of sand dunes, is the Chia Laguna Resort.
The Resort offers its guests a choice of accommodation styles, swimming...
Price on request
Southern Sardinia,
Italy
The Forte Village Resorts has created a bespoke philosophy on enjoying the outside environment and the beautiful local Sardinian surroundings.
The Hotel Castello, is the only 'high rise' property in the resort, and features five floors of...
Price on request
Southern Sardinia,
Italy
Forte Village is an inimitable resort set on the South West coast of Sardinia.
With a philosophy of discretion, intimacy and excellence, a holiday at Forte Village is truly an exceptional experience.
Hotel Le Dune offers ultimate...
Price on request
Southern Sardinia,
Italy
Forte Village features an elite concept of exclusivity, serenity and premier hospitality.
Set within 25 hectares of extensive grounds and landscaped gardens, stays at the resort are a wonderful occasion.
Set amongst lush green...
Price on request
Southern Sardinia,
Italy
Providing tranquil surroundings with high quality, personal and subtle hospitality, Forte Village presents an unique ideology to holiday-making.
Presented with all the amenities for you to create your bespoke vacation, you can be as...
Price on request
Tuscany,
Italy
The journey to Castel Monastero will take you through one of Italy's most beautiful stretches of countryside. Drive by corn fields, Chianti vines and long rows of cypress trees to the medieval village called 'Monastero d'Ombrone',...
Price on request
Tuscany,
Italy
Castello del Nero is idyllically situated in the heart of the Chianti region by Tavarnelle Val di Pesa. Set in a 12th century castle, once the family home of the Del Nero family, Castello del Nero has undergone a thorough refurbishment. As...
Price on request
Tuscany,
Italy
Driving down a lane flanked by cypress trees in the depths of Tuscany, you will reach the breathtaking destination of the Castello di Casole. Set in 4200 acres of land, including 100 acres of organic vineyards and 30 acres of olive groves,...
Price on request
Venice,
Italy
Located in the heart of Venice, two minutes walking distance from St Mark's Square and shopping and cultural area, the Bauer Hotel with its distinctive 1940’s façade and luminous Art Déco windows is poised between land...
Italy Guide
About Italy
Before You Go
When You Get There
Celebrating its 150th Birthday of a national unity in 2011, Italy is considered one of the world’s most magnificent places to visit. Perhaps no other country offers such diversity in landscapes, culture, food, history and relics of its ancient past. Its many faces are part of Italy’s appeal. From the fashion capital Milan to the rolling hills of Renaissance Tuscany and the peaks of the Alps, there’s something for everyone in Italy and you’ll find yourself drawn back repeatedly.
Eating out can be expensive. In larger cities you tend to pay a lot more than smaller towns. On average you should reckon on at least €20 to €50 for a meal (two courses, dessert and house wine), although you can still find basic set lunch menus for €10 to €15.
Puglia
Located in the south of the sunny southern Italy, Puglia is a place of beautiful landscapes, blue sea, golden sands and hillsides lined with silvery olive groves.
Alberobello is a town in the region of Puglia famous for its unique and fairytale like trulli houses - limestone dwellings with pointed roofs. Take a stroll around these little houses and wait around for the beautiful sunsets that can be seen from here - we promise it's worth the wait!
Sardinia
Sardinia - the heavenly island of idyllic white sandy beaches, warm turquoise waters and the perfect location for a relaxing beach holiday.
The best time to visit Italy is between April - June when the weather is warm but not stifling hot! Be aware of religious festivals and carnivals during this time especially around Easter.
Most Italians take their holidays during July & August when the weather is at its hottest in most places in Italy. This is when prices soar and when places will be at their busiest.
In the winter first snow normally falls around November however a freak snow fall in June is not uncommon.
Italian is the official language.
Euro (EUR; symbol €) Notes are in denominations of €500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5. Coins are in denominations of €2 and 1, and 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cents.
Most destinations in Italy can be easily reached by train, bus or ferry services and are relatively cheap. For longer distances an internal flight maybe more cost effective.
Car hire will give you the most freedom, but be aware of petrol costs on motorways and finding parking in busy cities.
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