ESCORTED TOUR
Fashion & Luxury (2027)
A 9-day escorted journey through Venice, Milan, and Florence — designed for adults drawn to Italian style, craftsmanship, and refined lifestyle.
The journey
Nine days through Italy's three style capitals — Venice, Milan, Florence — connected by high-speed train. A welcome dinner in Venice opens the journey, followed by a guided exploration of the city's textile heritage and a classic gondola ride. In Milan, the world's fashion capital, a guided walk through the historic fashion district reveals the iconic brands and storefronts, with a full day at Italy's largest designer outlet for shopping at leisure. In Florence, hands-on Tuscan cooking, a guided tour of the historic leather workshop and Gucci's heritage spaces, and a second full outlet day in the Tuscan countryside. A small-group journey defined by style, craftsmanship, and the pleasure of traveling well — designed for adults who choose Italy for its aesthetic and its way of life.
Highlights
- Welcome Dinner in Venice A refined opening dinner that sets the tone of the journey and builds connection within the small group.
- Venice textile heritage tour Guided walking exploration of Venice with entrance to the city's historic textile museum — Venetian fabrics, perfumes, and centuries of craftsmanship behind the glamour.
- Classic gondola ride in Venice A traditional gondola through Venice's quieter canals — included as part of the small-group experience.
- Full shopping day at Italy's largest designer outlet A round-trip excursion to one of Europe's largest designer outlets near Milan — full day to browse, with major Italian and international brands at outlet pricing.
- Hands-on Tuscan cooking class with dinner A cooking class led by a local chef in Florence — handmade Tuscan dishes, regional wine, and dinner at the table together with the small group.
- Florence leather workshop and Gucci heritage tour A full-day guided tour through Florence's historic leather workshop (where the city's leather tradition is still taught), the local artisan markets, and the Gucci heritage spaces — Italian craftsmanship at its source.
- Full shopping day at the Tuscan countryside outlet A round-trip excursion to a premium luxury outlet in the Tuscan countryside — refined setting, premium brands, and exclusive shopping in a quieter context than the Milan outlet.
- Dedicated local Tour Leader throughout A professional Italian tour leader present from arrival to departure — cultural context, restaurant suggestions, seamless logistics, and on-the-ground support every day.
- 100% Luggage-Free travel Luggage is collected each morning and delivered to the next hotel. Guests move between Venice, Milan, and Florence with carry-on only — the M&G signature service.
Locations
Overnight stays
Venice
Milano
Florence
TOUR FEATURES
Limited to 14 guests.
A small-group size that allows ease of movement, real interaction, and access to experiences that don’t work with larger groups.
Train travel. No old-style buses.
High-speed trains connect every stop. No old-style coach travel between cities.
100% luggage free.
Bags collected each morning and delivered to the next hotel. Guests travel with carry-on only.
A local tour leader, Italian
A professional Italian tour leader is always present — insight, cultural context, restaurant suggestions, and on-the-ground support throughout the journey.
Departure dates
2027
- April 4
- November 14
Itinerary
DAY 1 — VENICE
- PM | Arrival in Venice, hotel check-in, free time to settle in.
- Evening | Welcome Dinner with the group.
DAY 2 — VENICE
- AM | Full-day guided walking tour of Venice with cultural highlights.
- PM | Visit to Venice’s historic textile museum and a classic gondola ride through the canals.
DAY 3 — VENICE → MILAN
- AM | Private water taxi to the train station, high-speed train to Milan, hotel check-in. Luggage-Free Service: Venice → Milan.
- PM | Free time to explore Milan independently.
DAY 4 — MILAN
- Full day | Guided walking tour of Milan’s historic fashion district, with free time for shopping or independent exploration.
DAY 5 — MILAN
- Full day | Round-trip bus excursion to Italy’s largest designer outlet — full day of shopping and lifestyle.
DAY 6 — MILAN → FLORENCE
- AM | High-speed train to Florence, hotel check-in. Luggage-Free Service: Milan → Florence.
- PM | Hands-on Tuscan cooking class with dinner — regional dishes, local wine, and small-group dining.
DAY 7 — FLORENCE
- AM | Full-day guided tour through Florence’s local artisan markets and historic leather workshop.
- PM | Visit to the Gucci heritage spaces and free time in Florence.
DAY 8 — FLORENCE
- Full day | Round-trip bus excursion to a premium luxury outlet in the Tuscan countryside — full day of refined shopping.
DAY 9 — FLORENCE
- AM | Breakfast and check-out.
Block Space Opportunity for Travel Advisors
Putting together a group of just 14 guests is easier than you think, especially when there is no financial risk. Secure one of our small group departures, create a distinctive group product for your clients, including private meals and unique experiences, and access higher commission levels and performance-based bonuses. Contact your Meet & Greet account manager to learn more.
Selling tips
- The fashion and craftsmanship angle American clients respond to Italy is the global home of fashion and luxury craftsmanship — Gucci, Prada, Ferragamo, leather, textiles, and the design language American clients recognize. This tour delivers the cultural story behind the labels, not just the shopping. The angle for clients who travel for aesthetics, design, and the lifestyle — and want a structured small-group experience to anchor it.
- Two full outlet shopping days — the format luxury shoppers actually want Most Italy tours include 'free time for shopping.' This one delivers two dedicated full days at major designer outlets — one near Milan, one in Tuscany. The angle for clients who buy luxury and want the time to do it properly, not squeezed between sightseeing stops.
- An adults-only escorted journey for sophisticated clients Limited to 14 adults, no children, no large-group rhythms — this is a curated experience for travelers who want refinement and shared moments with peers. The angle for couples celebrating anniversaries, returning Italy travelers, or clients who want a fashion-themed group product without the chaos of a large bus tour.
Accomodation
We offer a carefully selected range of accommodation, providing exceptional quality, prime locations, and outstanding guest experiences.
Reference hotels for this tour
Venice
UNAHOTELS Maison
Milan
Starhotels Echo
Florence
Grand Hotel Adriatico
What’s included
Accomodation
- 8 nights in centrally located 4★ international-standard hotels
Meals
- Daily breakfast
- Welcome Dinner in Venice
- Dinner following the Tuscan cooking class
Activities
- Guided walking tour of Venice with entrance to the historic textile museum
- Classic gondola ride in Venice
- Guided walking tour of Milan’s historic fashion district
- Full-day shopping excursion to Italy’s largest designer outlet (round-trip from Milan)
- Hands-on Tuscan cooking class with dinner in Florence
- Full-day guided artisan tour in Florence (leather workshop, local markets, Gucci heritage spaces)
- Full-day shopping excursion to the Tuscan countryside luxury outlet (round-trip from Florence)
Transportation
- High-speed train premium class — Venice → Milan → Florence
- Private water taxi from Venice hotel to the train station
Tour Leader & Service
- Dedicated local Italian tour leader throughout the entire journey
- 100% Luggage-Free Service: bags transferred hotel-to-hotel
- 24/7 on-the-ground assistance throughout the stay
Terms & Conditions
Mandatory
- Minimum: 4 pax to operate
Payment
- 30% deposit at booking
- 70% balance 60 days prior to departure
Departure date changes
- Free up to 90 days before departure
- From 89 days onward: changes subject to availability and third-party fees
Cancellation
- Up to 60 working days before departure: deposit non-refundable
- 59–51 days: 50% charge
- 50 days: 100% charge
Not included
- Tips, extras, hotel city taxes (payable on spot), and anything not listed under ‘Price Includes.’
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