At Portrait Firenze, Florence unfolds not in crowds, but in hushed reverence. Guests are welcomed to walk the hallowed halls of the Uffizi Gallery in rare solitude. Paintings appear as if suspended in time, from the haunting gaze of Cimabue to the lyrical grace of Botticelli’s Birth of Venus and Allegory of Spring.

The journey continues with exclusive access to the Accademia for a private encounter with Michelangelo’s David, and onward to the echoing chambers of Palazzo Vecchio and the sacred beauty of Santa Croce. Guided by Portrait Firenze, these living, breathing chapters of history can open just for you.

In the evening, Florence transforms again. Within the frescoed splendour of Palazzo dei Medici-Corsini, art, architecture and gastronomy collide in a setting of timeless elegance. Wander among frescoes and grottoes once designed for Medici grandeur, then dine on a menu that celebrates Tuscan flavours with a contemporary flair, each course a dialogue between centuries.

For those drawn to craftsmanship, Antico Setificio Fiorentino opens its centuries-old silk workshop for a truly singular travel experience. As looms clatter and threads shimmer, guests are treated to a meal served within this historic atelier, where history is woven into every detail. The atmosphere is sensorial and soulful, every bite a tribute to Florence’s enduring legacy of artistry and taste. End your day with a romantic dinner at La Leggenda dei Frati, a place of deep culinary finesse within an intimate Florentine setting. Or ascend to the tenth floor of San Gimignano’s medieval towers for a candlelit dinner served under the stars, surrounded by ancient silhouettes and sweeping views of valleys, mountains and Florence’s distant skyline.

At Portrait Milano, the Eid journey turns cinematic. Begin with a private walk through the sacred silence of Milan’s iconic Duomo. From the ancient archaeological site beneath to the soaring terraces once described by Stendhal and Mark Twain, every step restores a sense of affirming awe. But the true Milanese magic may be found backstage. At the Ansaldo Workshops, guests are led into the hidden world behind La Scala. Step into this once-in-a-lifetime experience and explore the most exclusive areas of the theatre, from the stage to the royal box, as the unseen world of opera is revealed. Portrait Milano also offers unique journeys through its remarkable home city. Discover Milan’s most poetic quarter during a private tour of the Quadrilatero del Silenzio (“Quadrilateral of Silence”). Starting with Bramante’s optical illusion at St. Satiro Church, the route winds through hushed streets and secret gardens, arriving at the sumptuous Villa Necchi, a portrait of Milanese elegance and history. At Lungarno Collection, no dream is out of reach. For guests who want to make the moment truly their own, Portrait Milano invites you to design an entirely bespoke private concert. Choose the setting, from a rooftop to a palazzo, a hidden garden to a historic chapel. Choose the music. Choose the menu. Then sit back as Italy’s finest sounds and flavours meet in an experience crafted just for you. For a final touch of adventure, venture beyond the city. One of the most exclusive experiences begins in Sarnico, on Lake Iseo, the birthplace of the legendary Riva yacht brand, founded in 1842. Tour the original shipyard, then board your private Riva vessel for a glide across the lake to Lovere. There, a leisurely lunch awaits at Riva Privée inside Osteria Spirito Divino, complete with a four-course tasting menu. Sit in effortless luxury, an ode to the Italian art of dolce far niente (“the sweetness of doing nothing”). From the rarest brushstrokes to the quietest corners of Milan and Florence’s rooftops, Lungarno’s curated cultural immersions are designed for travellers who crave rest as much as resonance. This Eid, trade the familiar for the unforgettable.