Two men in 17th-century attire, with one pointing towards a statue in the background, in an oil painting.

Testimonials

Connoisseur’s Rome 2025, Mr & Mrs JP, Hertfordshire

“It was truly superb and everything in your control went like clockwork. Our fellow guests were delightful and I’m sure that they will all have been as delighted and indeed impressed as we were. Your access to very beautiful places is surely unsurpassed in Rome and we felt very privileged to be able to benefit from it…your prodigious knowledge so readily shared remains the object of our awestruck admiration. We look forward to another trip with you.”

Connoisseur’s Rome 2025, Mrs BM, Oxfordshire

“My understanding of Italian art, architecture and history was expanded thanks to your extremely full and interesting commentaries and notes. The breadth and depth of your knowledge is astounding. You had clearly put so much thought into planning not only the programme of visits but also the choice of hotel and restaurants. You looked after us all so well and created a real sense of friendship and companionship among the group.”

Villas & Gardens of Lazio 2025, Mrs LW, London

“This was the most fantastic trip - the best group holiday I’ve ever experienced. Rachel was an outstanding guide. Her insights into design as well as planting was invaluable. And she was endearingly open and straightforward. I feel I learnt a huge amount”

Trieste & Istria 2025, Sir & Lady CH, Cambridgeshire

”We enjoyed our tour with you tremendously. Every detail to ensure our comfort was perfect. Very good clean comfortable hotel rooms, with good pillows! More than excellent food and wine and most of all your superlative self-guiding us all so well. You shepherded us around so carefully, and your extensive knowledge and great style of lecturing was truly appreciated. Thank you for a fascinating tour”

Milan & La Scala 2025, Ms AT, London

“Thank you so much for a most interesting and friendly trip with such a delightful group. The lunches and dinners were especially well-eaten, and a lot of thought went into the arrangements. Such highlights were too many to mention other than La Scala, The ‘Last Supper’ and our memorable final evening”

Trieste & Istria 2025, Miss NH, Kent

“My first tour with you, flying under your own flag, was a delight and I look forward to many more. Your attention to every possible detail from destination to accommodation to day to day planning of sights and sites, to restaurants and menu choices were all spot on. Your kindnesses to and endless patience with us all are truly special and made for a very happy few days with congenial travelling companions.”