Luxury Italy Trip Review: Milan, Venice, Porto Venere, Cinque Terre, Florence, Roma, Uffizi Gallery, Winery Visit, Gondola Ride

Words cannot express the gratitude for Alexandra. This was the trip of a lifetime. Each and every detail exceeded expectations. She created the perfect balance of private guided tours to free time to explore on our own. All, and I mean ALL, of the restaurant recommendations were amazing. I only wish I could have eaten more. All of the hotels were truly 5 star hotels; each had their own flair. The Milan hotel location was perfect. We were right in the heart of the high end fashion shopping. Walking location to everything! The local guide was so knowledgeable. The Venice hotel was a throw back to old fashioned opulence. Who could ask for a better guide than our guide in Venice. We really enjoyed the gondola ride too. The hotel in Porto Venere was just perfect. Cinque Terre hiking was a challenge that I enjoyed immensely. Our guide was perfect. Do not miss Alexandra's restaurant recommendation - the panoramic Restaurant Belforte Vernazza. The Florence hotel was just like a palace. The grounds were spectacular as was the service. I enjoyed being out of the hustle and bustle of the Florence scene. (easy stroll to the shopping or the curtesy shuttle from the hotel). The winery tour in Chianti blew us away. Ended up shipping back a case of wine and basalmic. Sadly, the olive crop did not produce enough to sell. We learned so much from our guide though the Uffizi Gallery. Leading up to the grand finale of Roma. Our hotel at the top of the Spanish steps - what a view of the city. Our guide made sure we learned the subtleties of Roma, plus the the ancient history. All of the hotels had fabulous breakfast buffets. Transportation between cities on either Italo or private transfer went off with out a hitch. I cannot sing enough praise on Alexandra and this travel company. I highly recommend them for all your travel needs. I plan on booking southern Italy next spring!