2. Verona, Italy is the ancient city of art, history, and culture. Known
throughout the world as the “city of love” thanks to the romantic story
of Romeo and Juliet, it is also famous for opera performances in the
Teatro Romano.
Lake Garda
Erbe Piazza
Due Torri Hotel
Arena di Verona
Juliet’s Balcony
3. my view from Portrait Firenze
Michelangelo’s Secret Archives
An exclusive visit to the Michelangelo’s secret archive in Florence is offered to the traveler
desiring to enhance his knowledge of the artist. View Michelangelo’s original drawings and
letters.The archives include unedited notes and diaries pertaining to the artist. This
enchangting place is located in Michelangelo’s old dwelling in Florence. Only scholars and
researchers are occasionally granted access. A visit to Michelangelo’s house museum is also
included.
Writing by Michelangelo,
complaining about his aches
from
painting the Sistine Chapel
elegant
leathers
my view from
Portrait Firenze
4. Classical Florence Walking Tour
Hit the ground walking with a Renaissance tour of the city’s
historical center. Begin with the church of Santa Maria del Fiore (Duomo) to view Brunelleschi’s magnificent
dome: nearby you’ll see the Campanile of Giotto (bell tower) and the Ghiberti’s enchanting “Gates of Paradise”,
door to the bapistry. Next stop is the Academia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s “David”, the finest sculpture
ever created. A short walk will take you to Medici Palace, from where the powerful dynasty ruled the Golden Age
of Florence. This visit includes the family church of San Lorenzo and Medici tombs by Michelangelo.
House of
Michelangelo
Michelangelo’s
David
The Duomo
Door to the
BapistryMedici
Tombs
5. Hotel Lungarno - directly across from Portrait Firenze, on the opposite side of the
Arno. More traditional
Four Seasons
a former Medici palace and adjoining convent
Portrait Firenze part of the Lungarno Collection is set up for families as well as
couples. It is a contemporary and stylish hotel in a privileged position on the
Ponte Vecchio, a few steps away from the city’s fashion district, the 36 suites
offering stunning views of the Arno River. Restaurant.
FLORENCE HOTELS
4 star luxury hotel in the Lungarno Collection - Continental Hotel
J.K. Place Firenze
6. Just outside of Florence…
Hotel Villa
Cora
Villa La Massa
Wine tasting at Castello
della Panaretta
historial wine cellar
a short drive from the historic center
of Florence
picturesque Tuscan countryside
7. marble floor is exposed only several
weeks of the year
Duomo
Lovely Siena
home of Palio horseracing
July,August
Grand Hotel Continental
wine cellar - in the medieval tower
14th
century village
enchanting Gothic Cathedral
8. Rosewood
Castiglion
Del Bosco
situated within the Val d’ Orcia natural park
in the heart of the
Brunello di Montalcino wine making
region
leading winery
private golf club
superb culinary destination
spa
5000 acre country
estate
so very
refined
cooking classes!
9. Montalcino
known for Brunello wines
PIENZA, a beautiful Renaissance village
Day Trips From Rosewood Castiglion Del Bosco
Beyond the estate lie a host of fascinating destinations, the hills, villages and
vineyards of Chianti are near. Siena is less than an hour’s drive away. Florence is
a wonderful day trip. You are in the heart of Tuscany.Orvieto
known for Pecorino cheese
Montepulciano
a medieval village
11. Vatican City
Breakfast at the Vatican - very exclusive
Most of the morning is spent on the Vatican side of the Tiber River. At the
sprawling Vatican Museum you’ll tour the seemingly endless collection of
treasures as you make your way to the single work of art that dwarfs them all.
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, the best-known chapel in the Apostolic Palace,
the official residence of the Pope in the Vatican City, famous for it’s
architecture and decoration. This tour will end with extraordinary St. Peter’s
Basilica: designed principally by Donato Bramante, Michelangelo, Carlo
Maderno and Gian Lorenzo Bernini. St. Peter’s is the most renowned work of
Renaissance architecture and remains one of the largest churches in the
world. Inside it you will have the chance to admire Michelangelo’s
extraordinary statue Pieta.
an 8:00am early entrance is recommended
12. Rome Hotels
J.K. Boutique Hotel
Aldrovandi Villa Borghese is an urban oasis nestled within Rome's famous Borghese
gardens.
St. Regis
sumptuoutly luxurious
Inn at the Spanish Steps
Hotel de Russie
Hotel Hassler
at the top of the
Spanish Steps
Portait Roma
Others in fabulous locations:
Baglioini Hotel Regina
Westin Excelsior
Albergo d’Inghiterra
Condotti Hotel
Hotel Dei Mellini
13. I.D.I. is all over Italy
A visit to Italy is a meeting with history. Italy is home to 70% of
the world’s important art and artists. Clients may design their
tour of Italy by taking advantage of their special services:
personal guides, privileged access to cultural events, network
of contacts.
Our collaboration with the most renowned and elegant hotels of
Italy represent the value added because of personal
relationships.
Filippo Curinga
President, I.D.I.
