Italy by Private Jet

Touch down in the Eternal City and settle into your hotel in the city center. Join your Resident Tour Director and fellow guests for a welcome reception and dinner.

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. On an A&K-exclusive experience, gain private entry to the Villa Farnesina, a 16th-century suburban estate noted for its sumptuous Renaissance frescoes. The rest of your day is free for relaxing or exploring the city your own way.

Fly by chartered air to Sardinia, Italy’s mountainous island resting in the heart of the Mediterranean. Tour the prehistoric site of Nuraghe La Prisgiona, dating to the 14th century BC. Continue to your hotel for check-in, and gather for dinner at a local restaurant.

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.

Fly to Bari in Puglia, Italy’s mythic southern region, proceeding overland to Matera, a city renowned for its compelling mix of ancient history, architectural wonders and stunning natural landscapes. Eat lunch and take a guided tour of this haven for artists before continuing to your hotel near Puglia’s sparkling Adriatic coast.

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. 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 before returning to your hotel.

Set out for a guided tour of nearby Ostuni — a city noted for its striking white-washed Old Town and architectural highlights, such as medieval gates and a cathedral that combines Gothic, Romanesque and Byzantine elements — on an experience that includes time for exploration on your own. Return to your hotel for a refreshing cocktail before dinner overlooking the sea.

Fly to Catania in Sicily and continue overland to Syracuse, one of the most powerful colonies of Ancient Greece. Join a local expert who reveals the many-layered history of this old city. Experience the grandeur of aristocratic life with exclusive access to Palazzo Borgia del Casale, a remarkable example of 18th-century Sicilian Baroque architecture. As you stroll the elegant halls of the palace, immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the Borgia family, and admire the palace’s intricate frescoes and ornate furnishings. Finish with a glass of sparkling wine in this spectacular setting before dining at a local restaurant.

Journey to Ragusa, a town rebuilt after the great earthquake in 1693 — and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site — that exemplifies the Sicilian Baroque style. Visit a winery in the nearby Avola area for a delightful tour, savoring a guided tasting of classic wines and olive oils before eating a delicious winery lunch. Stop in the town of Noto to stroll its charming streets and return to Syracuse with the rest of your day free.

Make an excursion to Taormina for a private visit to legendary Casa Cuseni, once the private residence of an English lord, now a UNESCO-registered museum. Discover its history as a creative haven for luminaries of literature and art, including Tennessee Williams, Pablo Picasso, Ernest Hemingway and Salvador Dalì. You have time free for lunch on your own and exploration in Taormina before returning to Syracuse for a farewell dinner.

After breakfast, privately transfer to the airport for your departing flight.