Come explore Italy with us for an eight-day Umbria treasures tour! Often called Italy’s green heart, Umbria borders Tuscany and is known for its medieval hill towns and spectacular scenery.
Visit the ancient city of Perugia and the Renaissance capital of Florence, with day trips to Assisi, Gubbio, and Torgiano from October 25-November 2, 2025. Tour guide Lynn Ruggieri is a dual citizen of Rhode Island and Perugia, Italy where she resides part time. Marny Kindness, a knitting instructor and knitwear designer, also resides in Rhode Island. Lynn will take you on a unique and special tour of these Italian cities. You will enjoy wine tasting and a tour of a family-owned vineyard, and view spectacular cathedrals, architecture, art, shopping, incredible food, and culture. This year, we will be taking a pasta-making class! And let’s not forget the incredible gelato.
We will stay in luxurious historic hotels embellished with ancient frescos and unforgettable panoramic views. We travel by comfortable coach, and you will explore Italy from a native’s perspective. We will visit an original working loom studio from the 18th century and Italian yarn stores in Florence with the latest European yarns. Marny will teach you knitting techniques influenced by Italy and we will create knitwear inspired by our travels. Classes are modified to accommodate all levels of knitting. Non-knitters are welcome.
Hotels, transport by coach, admissions, knitting classes, and most meals included. See the website for details and FAQs. We hope you will come to explore with us this fall for an unforgettable adventure!