Small Group
This tour has a maximum of just 12 guests. All wine and food loving women, just like you! This is wine travel like you've never experienced it before.
Insider Access
See places, sip wines and meet the people of the region no one else gets to with our exclusive access
Fully Escorted
You have the same expert tour leader with you from start to finish - ensuring your needs are looked after every step of the way
We don't leave anything out
There's no surprises and no hidden charges. When we say something is included, it's included! So all you need to do is relax and unwind.
Our first Verona & Tuscany Tour for 2026 sold out so fast, we’re doing another one! This is your chance to experience Tuscany and Verona the way few ever do—intimately, indulgently and fabulously!
Starting in Florence, we’ll explore the food, wine, culture and history of this incredible Renaissance city, before settling into our private villa among the vines in Tuscany—our home for a full week of discovery, indulgence, and relaxed luxury. By day we’ll take you on intimate winery visits, long lunches, and private visits to local artisans and in the evening you can unwind by the pool with a glass of Chianti Classico (or a Spritz!) in hand. We then have our fairytale finish in Verona, where refined wines, lively piazzas, and elegant northern Italian style bring the tour to a fabulous close.
This isn’t a packaged tour. It’s an invitation into the regions’ most celebrated winemakers, producers and artisans – offering you private access, expert insight, and unforgettable encounters shaped by deep connections and a passion for sharing truly remarkable experiences.
Meet and sip with fabulous female wine producers, indulge in the most enviable bucket list moments, stay in beautiful villas & luxury hotels, enjoy sublime wine and dining experiences and live out an itinerary of epic proportions you simply can’t find anywhere else. Join us on the Fabulous Ladies Tour of Verona & Tuscany in October 2026!
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Tour highlights include:
- 2 nights in Florence, 7 nights in a luxury villa in Tuscany, 2 nights in Verona
- Exclusive winery visits – focused on female producers – plus fashion, food, art, and more. The absolute best of the Tuscany region!
- Private guided walking tours of the must-see historic hill-top towns this region is famous for
- Each day is full of exceptional experiences and special surprises you cannot find anywhere else.
- This incredible tour has been designed specifically for wine loving women who also adore food, culture and history!
The Essentials
+ - Tour Itinerary
OCTOBER 2026
Day 1 – Thursday 15: Welcome to Florence and your Fabulous Ladies Tour!
Welcome to Florence, city of beauty, art, fashion and culture!
Make your way to Gallery Hotel Art, your home for the next two nights. Check-in and enjoy exploring your surrounds. Set in a quiet courtyard near the Arno and Ponte Vecchio and close to Palazzo Strozzi in Florence, you can stroll the area nearby or enjoy a few quite moments in the inviting lounge-library, or indulge in culinary delights at the Fusion Bar & Restaurant.
This afternoon is yours to explore Florence. Perhaps a visit to Farmacia di Santa Maria Novella, an extraordinarily exquisite building that just happens to sell the most incredible skin care, herbal remedies and more – it has to be seen! Or just wander the beautiful streets, stumbling into gorgeous design stores, or just people watching with an Aperol Spritz in a little piazza.
Early evening meet up with your other travelling companions for a tour briefing with Jane over an aperitivo before enjoying dinner at leisure.
Overnight Accommodation: Gallery Art Hotel
Day 2 – Friday 16: Florence
This morning, a guided explore through Florence.
You will enjoy a private artisan tour of Florence, where you will discover all sorts of exquisite delights before enjoying the rest of the day for your final explore of the city and the discover what you missed yesterday.
Late afternoon it is time for an aperitivo before your gorgeous, official tour welcome dinner tonight.
Overnight Accommodation: Gallery Art Hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 3 – Saturday 17: Arezzo & Pomaio
Today we check out and transfer through the countryside to Arezzo for a private guided tour followed by a local lunch.
Then to Pomaio, just outside of Arezzo, after lunch to check into your luxury villa – home for the next 7 nights! The villa is located inside the vineyards of Pomaio organic winery. We’re literally soaking up the wines here for the next glorious week!
Dinner is in-house this evening at the villa. Gaze out over the vineyards and watch the incredible sunset while you sip wine and dine on local specialties prepared for us.
Overnight Accommodation: Villas Pomaio
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4 – Sunday 18: Textiles in Anghiari & Tuscan flavours
This morning enjoy breakfast in the villa, before we head off to visit to the world famous Busatti Textiles. This is such a special experience as they open just for us and you’ll get to have a private visit and tour with the family! Situated in the quaint village of Anghiari, the family have been there since the 1700’s establishing their textile mill in 1842 by founder Mario Busatti.
Then to Sansepolcro where we will walk through town, stopping in at a beautiful enoteca for an exploratory tasting of Tuscan wines with owner and wine expert, Stephanie.
Lunch follows in a typical Tuscan restaurant in town before returning to the villas where you can choose to chill by the pool, wander the vineyards or just enjoy a wine in the loggia.
Tonight, there will be a light dinner in the villa.
Overnight Accommodation: Villa Pomaio – Arezzo
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5 – Monday 19: Exploring the beauty of Siena
This morning after breakfast, you have a full day in the beautiful city of Siena!
Enjoy a private guided walking tour of the city with Rita, who will share the history of the town, the contrade (neighbourhoods) rivalry that still drives much of the culture today and hear about the Palio – Siena’s famous horse race that happens twice a year!
We’ll enjoy a light lunch together in town and then free time to shop or explore more.
We then head back to the villas for the in-house pizza night where top pizza chefs will come to us and fire up the ancient wood stove to cook us the best pizza! You can decide whether you want to participate or just sit back and enjoy the delicious results!
Overnight Accommodation: Villa Pomaio – Arezzo
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6 – Tuesday 20: A Toast to Women in Wine!
Today is all about the amazing women in wine in this gorgeous region.
You will spend a day on the road visiting producers located near Arezzo and in the Val di Chiana.
Firstly, a morning visit to women owned and run Buccia Nera winery.
Then to Civitella for lunch and afternoon visits to two other women-owned/run wineries: Podere Ortica & Tunia.
Back at the villa in the evening we’ll serve you a light dinner while you relax by the pool.
Overnight Accommodation: Villa Pomaio – Arezzo
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7 – Wednesday 21: A day to relax, visit a designer mall & or do a cooking class
Today is all about a chance to relax and be at leisure. Choose to stay in-house by the pool or for those feeling like some retail therapy, there is a trip to Tuscany’s famous designer outlet known as The Mall. This is a divine day offering the chance to browse the likes of Gucci, Armani, Burberry, Coach, Fendi, Dolce & Gabbana, Ferragamo and many more!
Later this afternoon there is a private cooking class at the villa with Simona Querini and then we’ll dine on what is created for dinner!
Overnight Accommodation: Villa Pomaio – Arezzo
Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 8 – Thursday 22: A women-run cheese farm and more wine!
This morning you’ll visit a women-run pecorino cheese farm, a production and tasting experience of a different kind!
Then a really special lunch at the farmhouse of cookbook author and Tuscan food expert, Pamela Sheldon-Johns. Pamela is the author of seventeen cookbooks specialising in Italian traditional and regional ingredients. Her career, for more than twenty years, has included teaching, food photography/food styling, cooking school administration, food writing, inn-keeping and agriculture. In a word, she is amazing!
This afternoon enjoy a tasting visit to Boscarelli Winery, run by Paola de Ferrari Corradi. She has been involved in the winery since the 1960’s and is the daughter of Eggidio Corradi, the founder of Boscarelli.
This evening dinner is provided in house at our glorious villa.
Overnight Accommodation: Villa Pomaio – Arezzo
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9 – Friday 23: Cortona under the Tuscan sun
Today you will enjoy a visit to the beautiful town of Cortona, made famous by Frances Mayes in her story ‘Under the Tuscan Sun.’ There will be a stroll through town with Francesca, your gorgeous guide, time for retail therapy or exploring the local sites and lunch at Osteria del Teatro.
This afternoon a visit to the local Antinori winery – La Braccesca – for a private tasting. Antinori is once of the most famous wineries in Tuscany, and certainly one of the largest! It’s now women-owned and will provide a great contrast to some of the more boutique establishments.
Tonight your final delicious dinner at Pomaio, prepared by chefs Mirella & Stefano.
Overnight Accommodation: Villa Pomaio – Arezzo
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10 – Saturday 24: Verona
Settle back and relax for your transfer to the beautiful city of Verona. It is an exquisite city full of history and culture, and some incredible shopping so after checking in to your lovely hotel take time to explore and enjoy the sites. Home of Romeo & Juliet’s love, the incredible Arena which is over 2000 years old and still hosts the opera season, people watching in Piazza delle Erbe and shopping in the beautiful stores that are just nearby – you will have much to do.
Overnight Accommodation: Grand Hotel des Artes
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 11 – Sunday 25: Exploring Verona
After breakfast, get ready for an insightful adventure as you connect with local foodie host Nicoletta, to explore Verona’s culinary scene. Wander through the city on this private and personalised tasting tour stopping at landmark coffee bars, pastry shops, and traditional “osteria” eateries. Sample different sweet and savoury specialties, local products like “soppressa” salami, Monte Veronese cheese, and regional wine, alongside Italian classics, all the while chatting about Verona’s authentic cuisine with your local host. Admire some of the city’s top sights as you snack and stroll your way through the historic centre.
Finish this beautiful morning off with Nicoletta, who is a sommelier, with a delicious final bite and an introduction to the wines of this region.
This evening your farewell dinner!
Overnight Accommodation: Grand Hotel des Artes
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 12 – Monday 26: Time to say farewell
Sadly all good things must come to an end. Check out and make your way to the airport or train station for your onward journey. Thank you for coming away with us!
Ciao and buona viaggio!
Included Meals: Breakfast
+ - Tour Price & Inclusions
Tour Price: Shared (twin)* room AUD$14,895 per person. Private room AUD$17,190 per person
*NB: note there are only 3 twin (shared) rooms available on this tour
Tour Dates: 15 – 26 October 2026
Starts: Florence
Finishes: Verona
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Fully escorted by Jane Thomson OAM, founder of The Fabulous Ladies’ Wine Society
- 2 nights’ boutique accommodation, Gallery Hotel Art, Florence
- 7 nights’ in luxury villa, Pomaio Winery Arezzo
- 2 nights boutique luxury accommodation, Hotel Indigo – Grand Hotel Des Arts, Verona
- Breakfast daily
- Meals as per the itinerary, inclusive of wine
- Sightseeing and experiences detailed in the itinerary
- Private foodie tour of Verona
- Private Busatti textiles visit
- Introductory Tasting at Enoteca Ottimi Vini with sommelier Stefania
- Private tastings and visits with amazing women wine producers
- Lunch in the private home of author and cook extraordinaire, Pamela Sheldon Johns
- Cagusi Cheese visit and tasting
- Private guided city walks of Arezzo & Siena
- Private Artisans guided tour of Florence
- Exclusively catered dinners at the villa, all inclusive of wine
- Private air-conditioned transport throughout the tour
- English speaking private guides
- Government Taxes
NOT INCLUDED:
Airfares and departure taxes; transfers unless stated in the itinerary; items of a personal nature; phone calls; passport and visas; laundry or tips not covered in the itinerary. Personal transport; excess baggage; security and government taxes; travel insurance. Meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary; additional beverages (unless specifically described).Optional excursions or activities that may be offered but are not included in the tour price. Spa treatments and any items not specified. Any alcoholic beverages before/after/during meal (other than those indicated). Any changes you choose to make during your holiday. Any additional wine you consume at the villas that are not provided by us – Pomaio provide wine in villa but this is at additional cost.
+ - Important Information
A minimum of 8 guests is required for this tour to depart. The maximum number of guests is 12. If minimum numbers are not reached, we will discuss this with you well before departure to finalise how to proceed i.e. re-quote with less participants or cancel the departure. If we cancel the departure your tour deposit will be refunded.
We do not refund deposits for any other reason than we cancel the departure. Travel Insurance is compulsory for you to travel on this tour to protect against cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances.
A reasonable level of fitness and mobility are required due to uneven terrain to participate on this tour. You will be walking in vineyards, hilly areas, cobblestoned streets and more and you will need to be able to navigate this to participate in all activities.
Once full payment is received the price is guaranteed. Until that time, the price is subject to change. This tour has been converted to Australian Dollars from Euro and may be affected by currency swings. Should you prefer to pay in full at anytime or set up a monthly payment plan we can organise this with you.
A $3000 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking.
Deposit is by a payment link via the booking form to secure your spot. We accept Visa, and MasterCard. Merchant fees of 1.5% + .30c apply to Australian based credit card payments and will be added at the time of payment. International credit cards will attract a higher merchant fee depending on the card.
Once the tour departure is confirmed and guests are advised, a second payment of AUD$4,000 will be required and an invoice will be issued at this time.
Please do not book your flights until we confirm the departure.
All payments are processed by E-way – a secure payment gateway that is certified to stringent levels of certification.
Please note interim payments will be required due to meet supplier terms and conditions.
Please check up to date destination, passport and visa information with SmartTraveller.
Please check with your medical professional regarding vaccination & health requirements for travel to Italy.
Final payment is due by 14 February 2026.
How to secure your place?
Simply fill in the booking form and pay a deposit. You only need to ensure your deposit is paid in order to confirm your place for the October 2026 departure!