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Virtuoso-hosted tours with Collette

Indulge in the epitome of guided travel with Collette, a third-generation, family-owned company renowned for its handcrafted tours around the globe. Designed by travelers for travelers, Collette's tours promise unparalleled experiences in some of the world's most captivating destinations. If Costa Rica, Italy, or Asia are on your radar, these exclusive itineraries are not to be missed. 

 

Virtuoso Hosted Tours by Collette

Experience Includes:
  • A dedicated Virtuoso host
  • A welcome reception
  • A special experience added to the tour
Book by August 12, 2025 

Featured tours

Costa Rica: A World of Nature (12 days)

San Jose round-trip
Departs May 24, 2025 

From thrilling water journeys to ethereal jungle expeditions, discover what pura vida means to you when you explore the essence of Costa Rica. Encounter an emerald wonderland, where trees climb high and animals roam free. Immerse yourself in nature when you spend two nights at a remote resort in San Carlos and three nights in the region of Arenal National Park. Sample fresh cacao during a visit to a local plantation. Give back to preservation efforts at a sea turtle research station in Tortuguero National Park. Embark on a crocodile safari in the jungle and a bird-watching cruise in the rainforest. Stand suspended over the rainforest floor as you journey across a network of hanging bridges. Hike the lava fields of Arenal Volcano or soar over jungle canopies on a zip line. It’s time to experience a world of nature.

EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
  • 6 Handpicked Accommodations
  • 2 Choices on Tour Options 
  • 24 Meals: 11 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 8 Dinners
  • Cooking Demonstration
  • Wildlife and Nature excursions 
  • Complimentary Costa Rican farm visit: Get a peek into the daily lives of locals
VIRTUOSO EXCLUSIVE BENEFIT (Choose One):
  • $100 credit toward economy airfare 
  • $250 credit toward international business class airfare
  • $100 tour add-on credit

Virtuoso rates FROM $3,099 per person
 
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Italy's Treasures (12 days)

Milan to Venice
Departs June 2, 2025 

Vineyards, olive groves, and cities that float. Incredible history, indelible culture, and unforgettable cuisine. This is Italia at its most iconic. Enjoy the natural beauty and calm of the Alpine Lakes region. Snake along the sea's edge to the medieval villages of Cinque Terre. Aboard off-road vehicles and explore the marble quarries of Carrara, where Michelangelo obtained the marble for his statue of David. Discover Venice, a city of winding canals and bridges. From medieval masterpieces to bustling piazzas, be swept away by the legendary treasures of northern Italy.

EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
  • 18 Meals: 10 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 6 Dinners
  • Carrara Marble Quarries Off-Road Excursion
  • Wine tasting and Italian cooking class
  • Complimentary Lake Maggiore Cruise: Surround yourself in the beauty and grandeur found on the lakes of Northern Italy
VIRTUOSO EXCLUSIVE BENEFIT (Choose One):
  • $100 credit toward economy airfare 
  • $250 credit toward international business class airfare
  • $100 tour add-on credit

Virtuoso rates FROM $4,999 per person
 
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Japan & South Korea: From Tokyo to Seoul (16 days)

Tokyo to Seoul
Departs October 11, 2025 

Experience Japan's rich culture, from bustling neon streets to peaceful silence. Enjoy a traditional tea ceremony, travel by Shinkansen between Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka, and dine with Ama Divers while learning about their traditions. Visit Nara Park's bowing deer, explore Kyoto's historic Gion district and the Arashiyama bamboo forest, and admire the Golden Pavilion. Engage with the Women's Association of Kyoto and reflect at Hiroshima's Peace Park and Memorial Museum. Don't miss the iconic O-torii Gate of Miyajima Island and discover the diverse spirit of Japan.

EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
  • 23 Meals: 14 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 7 Dinners
  • Historical and cultural immersion
  • Home-hosted meals and Japanese cooking classes
  • Talk with an A-Bomb Survivor and a North Korean defecto
  • Complimentary Izakaya dinner
VIRTUOSO EXCLUSIVE BENEFIT (Choose One):
  • $100 credit toward economy airfare 
  • $250 credit toward international business class airfare
  • $100 tour add-on credit
 
Virtuoso rates FROM $8,249 per person
 
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Highlights

Costa Rica: A World of NaturE
  • Hop aboard a river boat for a jungle crocodile safari and bird watching excursion
  • Learn about Costa Rica’s ecosystem and local culture
  • Visit the world’s first sea turtle research station in Tortuguero National Park
  • Explore Arenal during a three-night stay
  • Taste for yourself why cacao is called “the food of the gods” and observe the process of converting this seed from bean to bar
Italy’s Treasures: Art, Food & Wine
  • Spend two nights in Venice and enjoy a guided tour of Florence
  • Explore Lake Orta, one of Italy’s hidden treasures
  • Discover colorful Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage site
  • Journey by boat to Isola dei Pescatori for a welcome dinner
  • Taste authentic Italian gelato from an award-winning ice cream parlor in San Gimignano
Japan & South Korea: From Tokyo to Seoul
  • Wander among the swaying trees of the Arashiyama bamboo forest
  • Tour Korea’s infamous Demilitarized Zone, better known as the DMZ
  • Join a North Korean defector for a private and emotional discussion about their escape and new life
  • Enjoy a home-hosted traditional lunch with a Korean family
  • Dive deep into the culture and social norms of Japan over a homestyle cooking class with the Women’s Association of Kyoto

Expert Tip

Award-winning Collette offers more than 170 tours across all seven continents. Among them: culturally immersive small-group tours, single-city stays, river cruises, and faith pilgrimages.


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