You swim through a myriad of the Adriatic’s marvels, from Roman ruins along Croatia's coast to gondolas and bellinis on La Serenissima's canals. Is there any place lovelier than Dubrovnik, with its exquisitely walled city where ramparts evoke Rome's grandeur? Not until discovering Istria’s heartland for a day of delighting in the profound umami of gastronomy and wine. You succumb to the uniqueness of light in Rovinj, a ravishing under-the-radar stop where marble streets lead to magical moments, framed like snapshots from the Cinque Terre. Venice awaits, where the iconic bell tower serves as a compass pointing to piazzas and bridges, until you settle into a lavish lunch and a moment of luxurious calm, reflecting on a journey in the amber glow of the Adriatic.

This two-day journey departs from Venice in the evening, tracing a scenic route through central Italy. After a brief night stop, day two unfolds with visits to Siena, a gem of the Tuscan countryside, before returning to Rome by late evening. A rewarding itinerary through the landscapes of central Italy.