Hotel Castello di Reschio is a stylish luxury hotel on the border of Tuscany and Umbria, a tranquil base for privately touring the region.

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Italy is renowned for its rich heritage of traditional crafts, including leatherwork, ceramics, goldsmithing, bookbinding, perfume making, glassmaking and marbled paper.  Artisans of Leisure arranges for our travelers to visit historic workshops and enjoy hands-on private lessons in traditional crafts such as marbled paper.

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Many of our travelers return to Italy again and again, drawn by the enduring appeal of the country’s culture, food, wine, landscapes and people. Ashley Ganz, the Artisans of Leisure founder and CEO, travels to Italy frequently to relish her favorite places and scout the latest in luxury hotels and insider experiences. Read more about some of her favorite places and experiences throughout the country.

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One of the most legendary resorts in Italy is Villa d’Este, an exclusive property on the shores of Lake Como known for its majestic Renaissance architecture, beautiful gardens, spectacular lakeside setting and sophisticated Old-World style.

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Visiting the breathtaking landscapes of Tuscany is an iconic experience for many travelers on our private Italy tours.

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Artisans of Leisure travel specialist Claire Munn just returned from a private Italy tour, where she enjoyed time in Florence, Tuscany and Rome that included private tours of iconic highlights and off-the-beaten-path gems. Read more about Claire’s trip and her favorite experiences and places that can be incorporated into any Artisans of Leisure private Italy tours.

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