Italy with Elizabeth Rhodes

Oct 24 - 31, 2027

October 24-31, Artist Retreat in Italy with Elizabeth Rhodes

Join Elizabeth Rhodes for an inspiring week in Italy where art, craftsmanship, food, wine, and the beauty of the Italian landscape come together.

Your journey begins on the island of Murano, where you'll settle into the elegant NH Collection Venezia Murano Villa and immerse yourself in the centuries-old tradition of Venetian glassmaking. A private glass-blowing workshop offers the opportunity to experience this remarkable craft firsthand, followed by time exploring Venice and its extraordinary artistic and architectural treasures.

From Murano, you'll travel to Ravenna where you will will enjoy a walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage sites that contain some of the world's oldest mosaics.

After your time in Ravenna, you will travel into the Tuscan countryside and make Fattoria Torre a Cona, your home for four nights. Set among vineyards and rolling Tuscan hills, this beautiful estate gives you the opportunity to slow down and enjoy the setting while continuing your creative exploration. You'll experience the estate’s wine traditions, spend a day discovering Florence and its masterpieces, and have dedicated time to create, relax, and enjoy the property at our own pace.

The experience continues with a full day exploring Siena and San Gimignano, including a traditional Tuscan lunch and wine tasting, before returning to the estate for your final evening in the countryside.

Throughout the week, the itinerary intentionally balances inspiration and exploration with time to create with Elizabeth as your leader. There will be opportunities to learn from Italian artisans, experience the region’s artistic heritage, enjoy exceptional food and wine, and simply take in the beauty of Italy around us.

This is more than a sightseeing trip. It is an opportunity to slow down, look closely, make something with your hands, and experience Italy through the eyes of artists and travelers.

Itinerary

Sun, Oct 24: Murano
Mon, Oct 25: Murano
1. Glass Blowing Workshop in Murano
Tue, Oct 26: Murano
1. Private walking tour of Venice and St. Mark's
Wed, Oct 27: Fattoria Torre a Cona
Thu, Oct 28: Fattoria Torre a Cona
1. Florence walking tour with Duomo and David
Fri, Oct 29: Fattoria Torre a Cona
1. Day at leisure at Torre a Cona
Sat, Oct 30: Fattoria Torre a Cona
1. Full day excursion to Siena and San Gimignano
Sun, Oct 31: Fattoria Torre a Cona
1. Private transfer Torre a Cona to Florence Airport

Full Itinerary

Elizabeth Welcomes You
What's Included
All accommodations as listed with double occupancy
- 3-nights @ NH Collection Venezia Murano Villa
- 4 nights @ Fattoria Torre a Cona
- Breakfast each day
All activities listed
- Glass Blowing Workshop
- Walking tour and St. Mark's
- Walking tour in Ravenna
- Walking tour in Florence with Duomo and Michelangelo's David
- The complete wine tasting at Torre a Cona
- Full day excursion to Siena and San Gimignano
Art Classes
- Art supplies needed for the trip
- Elizabeth-led watercolor/sketch in a Venice park overlooking the canals
- Elizabeth-led watercolor/sketch in Tuscany
- Elizabeth-led watercolor/sketch in Florence
- Elizabeth-led watercolor/sketch in San Gimignano
Transportation
- All transportation with the group
NOT INCLUDED:
- international air
- meals not listed
- trip protection
- gratuities
Map
Pricing Information
Price Total: $4684 per person, double occupancy
Deposit Due at Time of Reservation: $1140, refundable less a $150 per-person administrative and transaction fee prior to Dec. 15, 2026. Beginning Dec. 16, the deposit is non-refundable.
Final Payment Due: July 15
A single supplement applies: $3800
**We can help you find a roommate if there are multiple solo travelers.
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