Reflections of Italy 2027: Join the Salty Starfish Travel Club Group Tour with Collette
- Jacob Allen
- Aug 8
- 3 min read
There are places that change you. Italy is one of them.
On March 14, 2027, Salty Starfish Travel is taking a small group of travelers on a 10-day journey through the heart of Italy with Collette — one of the world's most trusted guided tour operators. This is Reflections of Italy, and spots are limited.
Trip at a Glance
Dates: March 14 – 23, 2027 (10 days, 9 nights)
Tour Operator: Collette
Destinations: Rome, Orvieto, Assisi, Cortona, Florence, Chianti, Venice
Includes: 12 meals (8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners), expert local guides, 4-star hotels, all transfers
Group Size: Small — this is not a bus tour
Ready to claim your spot? Book a free Luxury Travel Consultation and let's lock in your place before it fills.
Where You'll Go
Rome — The Eternal City (Days 1–3)
Your journey begins in Rome with a welcome dinner featuring regional specialties. Over two full days you'll tour the Vatican Museums, stand inside the Sistine Chapel under Michelangelo's masterpiece, visit St. Peter's Basilica, and take in panoramic views of the Colosseum and Circus Maximus. Rome does not ease you in — it commands your full attention from the first hour.
Umbria & Assisi — The Soul of Italy (Days 4–5)
Traveling north from Rome, you'll stop in hilltop Orvieto before arriving in Assisi — the medieval birthplace of St. Francis — for a guided tour of the Basilica. A visit to a traditional Umbrian olive mill caps the day with an extra virgin olive oil tasting and a regional dinner you will not forget.
Tuscany & Florence — Art, History, and Flavor (Days 6–7)
A stop in Cortona — the village made famous by Under the Tuscan Sun — sets the tone before you reach Florence. The full walking tour covers the Duomo, the Baptistery, Piazza della Signoria, and the Palazzo Vecchio. The afternoon is yours to wander, browse the Mercato Centrale, or book the optional Tuscan Feast at a historic monastery.
Chianti & Venice — Wine, Glass, and Grand Canals (Days 8–10)
The final stretch is the most unforgettable. Start at a historic winery in the heart of the Chianti region, where you'll join a chef-led cooking class in a 12th-century castle, then sit down to eat and drink what you made. From there the journey continues over the Apennines to Venice — 117 islands, zero cars, and no place like it on earth. A boat trip to Murano Island for a live glass-blowing demonstration, a walking tour through the Castello district to St. Mark's Square, and a farewell dinner round out the experience. An optional serenaded gondola ride is yours if you want it.
Why Book Through Salty Starfish Travel
Collette handles the logistics. We handle you. Booking through Salty Starfish Travel means you have a dedicated travel consultant who knows this trip, can answer every question before you go, and is a phone call away the entire time you're there. We also help you layer on extras — travel insurance, pre- or post-tour extensions, flights — so your full journey is covered, not just the guided portion.
What's Included
9 nights in 4-star hotels throughout Italy
12 meals: 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 3 dinners
Expert local guides at every major site
All ground transfers and intercity transportation
Chef-led cooking class at a Chianti winery
Murano glass-blowing demonstration in Venice
Dedicated Salty Starfish Travel consultant throughout
Pricing
Tour pricing starts from $3,499 per person (double occupancy) and varies by room type. A deposit is required to hold your spot — all deposits are non-refundable, so travel insurance is strongly recommended. Book your free consultation below to get current pricing and availability for your preferred cabin.
Claim Your Spot
Italy in March is mild, uncrowded, and extraordinary. This is a small-group departure and spots will go. The best way to get your questions answered and lock in your place is a free, no-obligation luxury travel consultation with Jacob.
Book your free consultation now — or reach out directly at jacoballen@saltystarfishtravel.com.
Let's get salty — in Italy.
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