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Discover the heart of Italy on the 8-Day Umbria Treasures Tour, September 17–26, 2026 with Explore Knitting Tours. From the hilltop charm of Perugia to the Renaissance splendor of Florence, this all-inclusive journey blends culture, cuisine, and creativity. Enjoy guided tours of Perugia, Assisi, Gubbio, and Florence; savor a vineyard lunch and wine tasting in Torgiano; and experience hands-on adventures like a pasta-making class and exclusive knitting workshops. Stay four nights in the elegant Hotel Fortuna in Perugia and four nights just steps from Florence’s Duomo, with private coach transportation, all admissions, and 14 delicious meals included. Join local host Lynn Ruggieri and knitting instructor Marny Kindness for an unforgettable Italian getaway filled with art, history, shopping, and inspiration.

Join us July 10-14, 2026 on a knitting tour to explore old Montreal, with sightseeing, shopping, knitting, and more. Montreal is the largest city in the Quebec province, with its cobblestone streets in Old Montreal and historic architecture. Known for amazing food and culture, Montreal is like stepping into France without crossing the Atlantic. We will visit the iconic Notre Dame Basilica, take in some art at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, explore a culinary adventure by taking a Montreal food walking tour, and visit a farmer’s market for a French shopping experience. Montreal has incredible yarn stores that we will visit, including La Maison Tricotee and Les Garçons Boutique. Knitting classes will consist of creating knitwear inspired by our travels, all levels of knitting can be accommodated. Hotel (4 nights), admissions, transportation in the city, knitting classes, 7 meals included. Come explore Montreal with us!

Come explore Copenhagen, Denmark with us for a Knitting and Christmas Markets Tour December 4-9, 2025! Copenhagen is known for its incredible yarn and designers. We will visit yarn stores, experience the Danish knitwear, and get inspired to create something cozy. December is the perfect time to visit the magical Christmas Markets of Copenhagen, where the city is transformed into a winter wonderland with twinkling lights, festive music, and decorated trees, while sipping mulled wine and shopping for unique gifts for the holidays. We will explore the cultural scene with museums, architecture, and go on a boat canal ride (don’t worry, it’s heated). We will fully embrace the Danish hygge (the feeling of coziness and contentment). Knitting workshops can accommodate all levels of knitting. Non-knitters are welcome. Hotels, admissions, knitting workshops, and most meals are included. You may just need to bring an empty suitcase for all the goodies.

See our website for details and FAQs. We hope you will come explore with us for an unforgettable hygge adventure!

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!