Tuscany/Umbria Slowcation 2024 (2)

Città della Pieve, Province of Perugia, Italy

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Sep 25 - Oct 5, 2024
Group size: 7 - 16
Tuscany/Umbria Slowcation 2024 (2)
Città della Pieve, Province of Perugia, Italy

Globe Drifters
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250 reviews

Sep 25 - Oct 5, 2024
Group size: 7 - 16

About this trip

Experience small town Italy like a local on our semi-independent trip… Tuscany conjures up dreams of life at a slower pace where you can soak in the culture, food, and picturesque vistas of the Italian countryside. Stroll through narrow passageways of medieval villages perched on hilltops. Pick out cheese & wine at the market in town and chat with the locals. Then, head back to your 18th-century villa passing olive groves in time for an amazing sunset. Tuscany is the dream vacation and now is your chance!


Live like a local: Sip on espresso & people-watch at a sidewalk cafe in town. Stop by the local grocery store for provisions to prepare a family-style meal in the villa’s fully-equipped kitchen. End the day with a glass of fine wine in your new home.


Ideal location: Most villas in the region are 7 kilometers on average to the closest town & you’d need a rental car during your trip. Our villa is only a 15 to 20-minute walk into town with charming shops, cafes, and restaurants.


Discover Italy: Many of Tuscany & Umbria’s most famous towns are only 30 – 45 minutes away from the villa so you can explore all the best locations in the region without going far. 

What’s included

  • Accommodation
    10 nights in a private villa (double occupancy)
  • Trip host
  • Villa transfer
    Only if arriving on Day 1 or staying in Rome. If arriving on another date or city, villa transfer is not included.
  • Breakfast
    Served daily
  • 4 lunches, 2 dinners
  • Activities
    As noted on itinerary
  • Daily shuttle
    In evening from villa to town

What’s not included

  • Most lunches & dinners
  • Gratuities
  • Optional activities
  • Souvenirs
  • Airport drop-off
  • International flights
  • Supplementary insurance

Available Packages

Villa Room #1

This room has no single supplement as it is a smaller sized bedroom and bathroom. The beds can be converted into a full bed or left as two twin beds. This room is located on the ground floor.


*Payments made by credit or debit card are subject to processing fees at the time of booking. These fees are non-refundable under any circumstances. To avoid these fees, you can pay via bank account which does not incur any processing fees.

$3,500
Deposit: $1,750
Villa Room #2

This room has no single supplement as it is a smaller sized bedroom and bathroom. The beds can be converted into a full bed or left as two twin beds. This room is located on the ground floor.


*Payments made by credit or debit card are subject to processing fees at the time of booking. These fees are non-refundable under any circumstances. To avoid these fees, you can pay via bank account which does not incur any processing fees.

$3,500
Deposit: $1,750
Villa Room #3

This room has no single supplement as it is a smaller sized bedroom and bathroom. There is 1 full bed. This room is located on the ground floor.


*Payments made by credit or debit card are subject to processing fees at the time of booking. These fees are non-refundable under any circumstances. To avoid these fees, you can pay via bank account which does not incur any processing fees.

$3,500
Deposit: $1,750
Villa Room #4

This room is located on the 2nd floor with a large bathroom, fireplace and a full bed.


*Payments made by credit or debit card are subject to processing fees at the time of booking. These fees are non-refundable under any circumstances. To avoid these fees, you can pay via bank account which does not incur any processing fees.

$3,500
Deposit: $1,750
Villa Room #5

This room is located on the 2nd floor with a large bathroom, a shower, and a full bed.


*Payments made by credit or debit card are subject to processing fees at the time of booking. These fees are non-refundable under any circumstances. To avoid these fees, you can pay via bank account which does not incur any processing fees.

$3,500
Deposit: $1,750
Villa Room #6

Villa Room #6 has a fireplace sitting area, its own terrace and a very large bathroom. It can be fitted with 1 full bed and is located on the first floor (about 5 stairs).


*Payments made by credit or debit card are subject to processing fees at the time of booking. These fees are non-refundable under any circumstances. To avoid these fees, you can pay via bank account which does not incur any processing fees.


$3,500
Deposit: $1,750
Villa Room #7

Villa Room #7 is reserved for 2 people sharing. If you are a solo traveler, you cannot choose this room.


Villa Room #7 has a very large sitting area, adjacent space (with a kitchen, TV, and fireplace), and large bathroom. It can be fitted with 1 full bed or 2 twin beds and is located downstairs.


*Payments made by credit or debit card are subject to processing fees at the time of booking. These fees are non-refundable under any circumstances. To avoid these fees, you can pay via bank account which does not incur any processing fees.

$3,500
Deposit: $1,750
Casa Room #1

This room is located in the casa adjacent to the villa. The casa has 3 rooms in it with a large sitting area, kitchen and pool table in the common areas. If you want more privacy, the casa is ideal. This room is located on the 1st floor with a sitting area, full bed and private entrance.


*Payments made by credit or debit card are subject to processing fees at the time of booking. These fees are non-refundable under any circumstances. To avoid these fees, you can pay via bank account which does not incur any processing fees.

$3,500
Deposit: $1,750
Casa Room #2

This room is located in the casa adjacent to the villa. The casa has 3 rooms with a large sitting area, kitchen and pool table in the common areas. If you want more privacy, the casa is ideal.  This room is located on the 1st floor with a full bed.


*Payments made by credit or debit card are subject to processing fees at the time of booking. These fees are non-refundable under any circumstances. To avoid these fees, you can pay via bank account which does not incur any processing fees.

$3,500
Deposit: $1,750
Casa Room #3

This room has no single supplement as it is in the basement and near the billiard room. It has windows in the room and is larger than the other non-single supplement rooms. The room is located on the ground floor/basement, with 1 full bed with a private entrance.


This room is located in the casa adjacent to the villa. The casa has 3 rooms with a large sitting area, kitchen, and pool table in the common areas. If you want more privacy the casa is ideal. 


*Payments made by credit or debit card are subject to processing fees at the time of booking. These fees are non-refundable under any circumstances. To avoid these fees, you can pay via bank account which does not incur any processing fees.

$3,500
Deposit: $1,750

Available Add-Ons

Single Supplement
$350


Itinerary

Day 1
Italy Arrival

Welcome to Italy! Transport to your private villa in the hills of Umbria is included.* Upon arrival, your trip host will greet you and you can enjoy some welcome drinks and hors d’oeuvres. You have the rest of the day to explore your new home.


Later that evening, there will be a welcome dinner at the villa as you get to know your fellow travelers.


*Airport pick-up is only included if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you are staying in Rome before the trip begins. If you are arriving at another date or city, airport pick-up is not included.


Included :

  • Transfers: Rome - villa by private car/van (approx. 2 hours)
  • Activities: Villa transfer; Welcome drink & hors d’oeuvres, Welcome dinner
  • Meals: Dinner
  • Accommodation: Villa

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