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Italy Trip 2026

A Culinary Journey Through Tuscany & Florence

October 13th - 26th, 2026

The Chester County Chamber of Commerce invites travelers to experience Italy through flavor, culture, and unforgettable scenery on A Culinary Journey Through Tuscany & Florence.

This nine-day international experience blends authentic Italian cuisine with historic cities, countryside landscapes, and immersive local experiences. Travelers will spend five nights in Tuscany and two nights in Florence, staying in charming hotels while enjoying guided sightseeing, hands-on culinary activities, and time to explore at a relaxed pace.

Highlights of the journey include a Tuscan cooking class using organic ingredients, wine tastings at local estates, a farm-to-table dinner experience, and visits to iconic destinations such as Siena, San Gimignano, and Lake Trasimeno. In Florence, participants will explore world-renowned art and architecture, including the Accademia Gallery and historic city landmarks, with guided tours and free time to enjoy the city on their own. The trip also offers optional excursions, including visits to Pisa and Lucca, as well as an optional Rome extension for travelers wishing to continue their Italian adventure. Roundtrip airfare, hotel accommodations, most meals, transportation, and a professional tour director are included, making this a thoughtfully planned and easy-to-enjoy travel experience.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

  • 2-night stay in Florence
  • 5-night stay in Tuscany
  • Tuscan estate dinner
  • Pasta making cooking class
  • Wine tasting
  • Siena walking tour
  • Dinner at Tuscan farmhouse & winery
  • San Gimignano
  • Gelato tasting
  • Lunch at a local farmhouse
  • Lake Trasimeno boat excursion
  • Island Maggiore with lunch & wine
  • Florence guided walking tour
  • Accademia Gallery and the Statue of David
  • Full day optional tour to Lucca & Pisa
  • Optional 3-night Rome extension

INCLUSIONS:

  • Roundtrip Airfare – CLT
  • Air Departure Taxes, Fuel, Fees
  • 7 Nights First Class Hotel Accommodations
  • 14 Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 4 Dinners
  • Professional Tour Director
  • Motorcoach Transportation
  • Admissions & Sightseeing Per Itinerary
  • Baggage Handling at the Hotels – One Checked Bag per Person
  • Roundtrip Hotel Transfers

ACCOMMODATIONS:

  • 5 nights in Tuscany
    • Hotel Borgo Di Cortefreda
    • Bocciolo Resort
    • Villa Sabolini
    • Hotel Garden Siena, or similar
  • 2 nights in Florence
    • Hotel Villa Neroli or similar

*On some dates alternative hotels may be used

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