Trastevere Rome Visitor Guide

Andi Brown — Tue, 26 Feb 2019 21:40:38 +0000

I love Rome. Not everyone does.

The city can be described as dirty, loud, overwhelming and obnoxious. All of that would be true. Rome is also striking, surprising, and addictive.

Many factors determine whether or not Rome will be a hit. Time of year, weather, holidays, where you stay, how you see and plan the sites.

Little tips like seriously, just take a taxi can make or break you day (and your feet).

Most of my clients are introduced to Rome through a first experience in Trastevere. This is a neighborhood just across the river but still in the center of ancient Rome without being on the tourist treadmill.

Trastevere holds my favorite restaurants, bars, a real morning market and a striking church. Trastevere also lets me pretend like I belong while kids walk to school and friends pour from the bars into the square at night.

When your first moments in a great big new city are more “Wow!” and less “Whoa!” you start your adventure off on the right foot.

Things to do in Trastevere:

Take this foodie tour on your first night.
Visit the beautiful Santa Maria church, one of the oldest in Rome.
Have a sit and a gelato in Piazza Trilussa.
Walk across to the Isola Tiberina or Tiber Island.
On Sunday check out the Porta Portese flea market.
Drink from a fontanella like a local.
Wander.

Where to eat in Trastevere:

Da Enzo, although you will be rushed through your meal if seated early.
Le Mani in Pasta
Impiccetta, and know matter how hungry you think you are do NOT order a large pasta.
Spirito di Vino, ask to see the cellar.
Ombre Rosse for drinks.
Innocenti, the best bakery around.

Where to stay in Trastevere:

Arco del Lauro is my secret and well priced B&B.
Arco dei Tolomei is right next store and just a bit fancier with staff that is more available.

Who we are:

Once in a Lifetime Travel is a passionately run company focused on mindful and fearless travel through authentic experiences and connections. We feature small, fully

guided group tours to Italy for women

. Our

Italian travel consultant

services feature focused itinerary reviews and detailed

Italy travel planning.

Go Travel, and Travel Fearless.

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Tuscany Bliss | 2017 Group Tours for Women

Andi Brown — Sun, 11 Dec 2016 15:43:36 +0000

I am incredibly excited to announce that our fully guided and all-inclusive 2017 tours for women: Tuscany Bliss. This is a labor of love and collaboration with the passionate and talented couple, Arianna and Alessio of KM Zero Tours.

Time to rejuvenate, explore, connect and indulge. Time to find yourself.

Small Group Tour Details

Our small-group fully escorted week long tour.

Click here to contact us for a booking.

Every day is special.

During this unique Tuscan adventure you will immerse yourself in all things Italy.

Our small group consists of no more than 10 guests which means you will discover Italy intimately and without feeling like just another tourist.

Click here for the daily itinerary and details.

Fully Guided All-Inclusive Small Group Tour for Women

Price: $3600 USD* per person
*Please note that this price is based on double occupancy
**Minimum of 4 guests, maximum 10 guests

Group Tour to Italy Includes:

fully escorted and all-inclusive tour.
All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
7-night accommodation in Tuscany country home
All transportation and tours
All cooking classes and tastings
A comprehensive travel binder with information on pre-travel, packing, Italian culture and regional details
Complete travel planning assistance, including help with airfare booking

Not included: Airfare to and from Florence International Airport (Peretola) is not included.

Highlights of the Tour:

• 8 days/7 nights – Fully inclusive (all accommodations, meals, transfers, excursions and activities)
• Accommodation in a beautiful country home in the Chianti region 
• Spend an unforgettable day hunting and eating delicious fresh truffles 
• Watch local artisans as they share their passion for their craft
• Indulge yourself in delicious olive oil and in the best Tuscan recipes with the legendary Janet and Stefano, olive oil experts and amazing chefs 
• Hands-on culinary experience of the ancient tradition of pizza making 
• Enjoy a professional cooking class with the Slow Food Chef Veronica, learning how to create authentic Tuscan specialties 
• Taste the unique Vernaccia di San Gimignano, the only DOCG white wine in Tuscany 
• Discover how artisanal pasta is made 
• Take inspiring walks in the nature, smelling fresh air and enjoying unforgettable vistas with a good glass of wine in your hand
• Experience unique dinner events like group pizza, polenta and Florentine Steak parties under the Tuscan stars 
• Explore vineyards and out of the way places in the beautiful Tuscan countryside
• Get lost in the beautiful San Gimignano 
• Discover the authentic side of Florence  often overlooked by tourists
• Explore the stunning Chianti Medieval villages Montefioralle and San Donato 
• Slow down and enjoy Italy’s “Dolce Vita” in the green Chianti hills 
• Small group sizes of only up to 10 guests

Who we are:

Once in a Lifetime Travel is a passionately run company focused on mindful and fearless travel through authentic experiences and connections. We feature small, fully

guided group tours to Italy for women

. Our

Italian travel consultant

services feature focused itinerary reviews and detailed

Italy travel planning.

Go Travel, and Travel Fearless.

Andi Brown, Once in a Lifetime Travel

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Trastevere Rome Visitor Guide

I love Rome. Not everyone does.

Things to do in Trastevere:

Where to eat in Trastevere:

Where to stay in Trastevere:

Who we are:

guided group tours to Italy for women

Italian travel consultant

Italy travel planning.

Tuscany Bliss | 2017 Group Tours for Women

Small Group Tour Details

Fully Guided All-Inclusive Small Group Tour for Women

Group Tour to Italy Includes:

Highlights of the Tour:

Who we are:

guided group tours to Italy for women

Italian travel consultant

Italy travel planning.