Before we dive into the sparkling coastlines of Amalfi, let’s begin our Italian adventure in the heart of Rome—a city where every corner hums with history, art, and la dolce vita.

From May 11–15, 2026, we’ll settle into the charming MZ Hotel Rome, our home base just steps from lively piazzas and tucked-away trattorias. Each morning starts with a classic Italian breakfast before we set out to uncover the Eternal City.

You’ll walk in the footsteps of emperors on our guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, and spend an intimate afternoon at the Borghese Gallery, home to Bernini’s breathtaking sculptures. We’ll balance our guided experiences with time for you to wander at your own pace: a self-guided morning through the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, followed by a quiet visit inside St. Peter’s Basilica. After lunch, we’ll continue the story of Rome at Castel Sant’Angelo, once a fortress for popes and now one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.

Of course, no Roman escape is complete without a taste of its culinary magic—that’s why we’ll roll up our sleeves for a hands-on pasta-making class (with spritzes included). Along the way, we’ll stop at the Pantheon, toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain, and savor those small moments—like sipping espresso in a sunlit piazza or watching the glow of the city at golden hour.

This extension is the perfect way to settle into Italy, shake off jet lag in style, and experience the very best of Rome before heading south to the Amalfi Coast.

We understand that plans can change. Please review the cancellation terms carefully before booking:

Non-Refundable Deposit

All deposits are non-refundable. However, a future trip credit will be issued for the full deposit amount, which can be applied toward any future Go Away With Katie group trip.

Cancellations Made More Than 90 Days Before Departure

If you cancel more than 90 days before your trip’s start date:

• Your deposit will be retained as a credit toward a future Go Away With Katie trip.

• All other payments made will be fully refunded.

Cancellations Within 90 Days of Departure

If you cancel within 90 days of your trip’s start date:

• No refunds will be issued for any payments, including the deposit.

• At this stage, all local payments and reservations have been made, and funds are non-recoverable.

• Arrive from USA. I recommend Uber or Taxi from the airport.

• Check in, refresh.

• A nice stroll: Trevi Fountain → Pantheon → Piazza Navona (gelato stop).

• Evening free (early night recommended).

• A Dinner recommendation (with me) will be available or you can dine on your own if you prefer to venture out.

• Morning: Guided Colosseum

• Continue: Guided Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

• Late afternoon golden hour views from Capitoline Hill / Via dei Fori Imperiali.

• Dinner: you can join me along with the group at a restaurant, or you’re welcome to venture out on your own!

• Morning: Self-guided Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

• Walk to St. Peter’s Basilica

• Lunch nearby

• Castel Sant’Angelo visit

• Evening: Pasta-Making Class with Italian Spritz Cocktails included

• Late morning/early afternoon: Guided Borghese Gallery

• Stroll Villa Borghese gardens → Pincio Terrace panorama over Piazza del Popolo.

• I’ll take you to Trastevere for dinner and you can explore the neighborhood! We can eat together or you can venture out on your own.
  

• Breakfast & check-out.

• Take the Train or Choose the Group transfer to the Amalfi Coast (cost TBA)

• Join main trip May 15–23, 2026.