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“Tracing Roots, Building Legacy”
“Tracing Roots, Building Legacy”
Duration: 4 Days
“Tracing Roots, Building Legacy” 10-Day Multigenerational Family Experience in Tuscany & Southern Italy" A bespoke family journey through the landscapes, flavors, and stories of your Italian heritage—designed to deepen connection, explore ancestral roots, and foster a sense of belonging and legacy across generations.
Countries visited:
Italy
Places visited:
Amalfi, Florence, Siena, Stresa
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DAY 1:
Florence
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"Welcome Home Family Dinner and Entertainment"
Begin your journey in Florence with a warm welcome and a private transfer to your Tuscan villa. Gather under the olive trees for a family-style dinner prepared by a private chef. Over the next few days, enjoy immersive experiences like a Renaissance painting class or leather-making workshop, and a guided storytelling circle to begin capturing your family’s legacy in words and wisdom.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Family Heritage Circle
Artisanal Experience
DAY 2:
Siena
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"Countryside Drive to Ancestral Town"
Siena & Val d’Orcia | Days 4–5 Wander through the rolling hills of Val d’Orcia with a private guide, stopping in Siena and smaller towns with ancestral ties. If your family’s village is known, we’ll organize a visit with a local historian to explore archives, visit ancestral landmarks, or connect with distant relatives. Slow lunches, olive oil tastings, and sunset views ground your journey in the richness of the land.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Olive Oil Tasting
Visit Landmarks and Watch Sunset
DAY 3:
Stresa
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"Movement and Meditation"
Matera | Days 6–7 Fly south to Matera, a city carved into ancient stone. Walk the Sassi with a local guide who brings centuries of history to life. Step into the kitchen with a local nonna for a traditional pasta-making class, then unwind with a candlelit meditation in a centuries-old cave. These days are designed for deep grounding and cultural reverence.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Private tour of the Sassi
Culinary immersion - Pasta Making
Sunset sound bath or guided meditation among the stones
DAY 4:
Amalfi
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"Celebration and Legacy Rituals"
Amalfi Coast | Days 8–10 End your journey with a celebratory retreat along the Amalfi Coast. A private yacht takes your family along the cliffs of Positano and Capri, while your villa offers space to rest and reflect. One evening, gather for a guided “legacy ceremony,” where generations can share letters, blessings, and symbolic gifts. A professional photographer captures the joy, connection, and timeless beauty of your time together.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Private Yacht Charter along the Amalfi Coast
Family Legacy Ceremony
Family Photo and Farewell Dinner
FINAL THOUGHTS
Rediscover your family’s roots, celebrate your shared values, and create moments that echo across generations. Wherever your heritage calls you, I’d be honored to design a journey that speaks to your family’s heart and history.