International Intrigue 2025 Itinerary
Seattle
Not to be missed
Enjoy dinner at Chihuly Garden and GlassBegin your trip with a welcome dinner set beneath the striking glass sculptures of celebrated Northwest artist Dale Chihuly. Meet your fellow travellers and dedicated support team as you prepare for the journey ahead.
Seattle, Tailored for You
Take a Seattle seaplane tour
With Mount Rainier commanding the horizon, see the Pacific Northwest in all its glory as your private seaplane soars above Seattle’s metropolitan skyline and its spectacular surroundings.
Explore the iconic Pike Place Market
Go behind the scenes at Seattle’s most famous attraction on a tour of Pike Place Market with a local chef. Enjoy time with merchants before they open for the day and sample bites from local vendors.
Explore based on your other interests
Browse local museums or delve into the city’s food and coffee scene — however you want to discover Seattle, we can design a unique itinerary with sightseeing options just for you.
Four Seasons Hotel Seattle
Features
A collection of local artists’ works in every room
Panoramic views of Elliott Bay and Puget Sound
One block from world-renowned Pike Place Market
Kyoto
Not to be missed
Learn secrets of samurai sword fightingLearn to draw, pose and swing your katana, the traditional sword of Japanese warriors. The head choreographer for Kill Bill: Volume One guides your hand during this Tetsuro Shimaguchi samurai tour.
Kyoto, Tailored for You
Learn how to make sushi
Arrive at a Michelin-starred restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto for an intimate overview of Japanese cuisine, followed by a hands-on lesson in preparing a traditional meal.
Experience an Authentic Tea Ceremony
At our hotel’s tea house, observe the spiritual beauty and craft that goes into preparing and serving the brewed drink during a Japanese tea ceremony experience with a master.
Gain special access to a hidden garden
Admire a stunning example of modern Japanese landscaping with a private visit to Tairyu-Sanso Garden, whose vast lawns and serene water features are normally closed to the public.
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Features
Room windows overlooking the pond garden or Myoho-in Temple
The Hotel’s glass bridge leads to an intimate Tea House
Built around an 800-year-old ikeniwa (pond garden)
Hoi An
Not to be missed
Explore the Hoi An countrysideCross the Thu Bon River in a wooden boat and embark on a cycling tour of Cam Kim Island. Ride down quiet back roads, stopping in villages to learn how locals make handicrafts, and try your hand at making rice noodles.
Hoi An, Tailored for You
Discover the Old Town of Hoi An
Step back in time on a walking tour of the UNESCO-listed Hoi An Ancient Town. Admire well-preserved architecture, from Chinese temples to French colonial buildings and the Japanese Covered Bridge.
Savour a culinary tour by Vespa
After a sunset cocktail, board vintage Vespas with a driver who will guide you through the city’s vibrant streets for a unique progressive dinner with stops at local eateries.
Commission a bespoke local garment
Meet with the most prestigious tailor in Hoi An for a consultation. Your customized outfit will be delivered to our Resort before we depart Vietnam.
Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An, Vietnam
Features
Outdoor garden showers attached to each villa
The Heart of the Earth Spa, a haven for restoring harmony
One of Travel + Leisure’s Best Resort Hotels in Asia
Maldives
Not to be missed
Enjoy a serene sunset cruiseTake in panoramic views of the sunset over the Indian Ocean and watch the acrobatic antics of spinner dolphins as you indulge in cocktails and refreshments on a private cruise around the island.
The Maldives, Tailored for You
Relax and reflect on an island paradise
Recharge at the Island Spa, a haven of tranquillity situated on its own tropical island, and discover the magic of our award-winning open-air lunar treatment underneath the night sky.
Embark on a turtle safari
The Maldives are home to a variety of turtle species. Join our Resort’s marine biologist for an introduction to these beautiful creatures, visiting a nearby site to see the turtles up close.
Dine barefoot on the beach
Revel in the company of your fellow travellers at a specially prepared beach dinner, complete with fresh-caught seafood, local musicians and dancing in the moonlight.
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa
Features
Overwater bungalows with sundecks and Indian Ocean views
Private plunge pool connected to each bungalow
Resort credit to spend as you wish
Serengeti
Not to be missed
Take in the Serengeti by hot-air balloonJust as the sun begins to fill the sky, step aboard a hot air balloon in the Serengeti to see the vast grasslands come to life, then touch down for a champagne breakfast in the bush.
The Serengeti, Tailored for You
Walk the Serengeti with a Maasai guide
Learn about animal tracks and traditional plant use on an enlightening walk through the bush led by the Lodge’s resident naturalist and accompanied by a Maasai Mara tour guide.
Meditate with the setting sun
Take a short hike to the Resort’s sunset kopje (hilltop granite outcropping) to enjoy the panorama, with a yogi-led meditation session just as the sun is setting over the plains.
Dine by lantern in the bush
Under the protection of Maasai warriors, head into the animals’ domain to enjoy a torchlit, barbecue feast in the middle of Serengeti National Park.
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Features
Private, open-air sundecks attached to every room
Resort infinity pool overlooking an elephant watering hole
On-site Discovery Centre offering wildlife education
Marrakech
Not to be missed
Explore an iconic gardenImmerse yourself in the lush blue-and-green paradise of the Majorelle Garden, built in the 1920s by painter Jacques Majorelle, and lovingly restored by Yves Saint Laurent.
Marrakech, Tailored for You
Admire Historic Architectural Details
Tour the 16th-century Saadian Tombs with a local guide and see some of the most beautiful architecture in the city, including magnificent marble pillars and gilded honeycomb plasterwork.
Spend a Day in the Atlas Mountains
On an Atlas Mountains tour, ascend the rocky foothills—either on foot or by mule—to the Amazigh village of Armed. Enjoy traditional Moroccan cuisine and meet a village family in their home for tea.
Visit Marrakech’s spirited heart
Board a horse-drawn carriage en route to the lively Jemaa el Fna. This vibrant square is famous for its snake charmers, entertainers, souks and food stalls, enchanting all who visit.
Four Seasons Resort Marrakech
Features
All rooms have a private balcony, terrace or garden
Private cabanas by the Resort’s adults-only pool
Secluded 40-acre Moorish garden sanctuary
Budapest
Not to be missed
Explore a world-renowned wine regionOn your wine tour in Hungary, travel into the countryside to Etyek, the hub of the relatively young wine industry here. Visit a family-run winery, sampling crisp white wines, sparkling Kálna wine and Hungarian snacks.
Budapest, Tailored for You
Meet with a top Hungarian art dealer
Spend some time in the charming riverside town of Szentendre, where you’ll visit The Erdesz Gallery and meet with owner László Erdész, one of the country’s best-known modern art dealers.
Learn the secrets of making strudel
Dive into the world of pastry making at the First Strudel House of Pest Café & Restaurant, where you'll learn how to make this traditional sweet-filled dessert before feasting on fresh-made treats.
Wander through a medieval crypt
Venture underneath the storied Matthias Church on a private guided tour to view Gothic stone carvings and sacred relics housed in the crypt’s Ecclesiastical Art Museum.
Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest
Features
Rooms combine historical elegance with modern comforts
Hotel boasts panoramic views of the Danube and Buda
Meticulously restored two-million–piece mosaic tile floor
Florence
Not to be missed
Enjoy a private viewing of DavidEnjoy an after-hours visit of the Galleria Dell’Accademia, famous for its sculptures by Michelangelo – The Prisoners, St. Matthew and, most notably, the statue of David.
Florence, Tailored for You
Sample the region's Exquisite Wine
The Antinori family has been dedicated to winemaking since 1385. Enjoy wine tasting inside the museum’s glass-walled room, followed by a delicious lunch overlooking the hills of Chianti Classico.
Admire an Italian Renaissance treasure
Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the landmark of Florence in the Piazza del Duomo, including the workshop where Michelangelo carved his statue of David.
Enjoy a truffle hunting adventure
Hunt for truffles in the forest with expert guides from the Savini family, who have produced truffle products since the 1920s, before savouring a delicious lunch with fresh truffles of the season.
Four Seasons Hotel Firenze
Features
Historic suites adorned with frescoes and original details
Italian dining and fine wines at Michelin-starred Il Palagio
Five-star spa offering a luxurious gold skin treatment
Cap-Ferrat
Not to be missed
Ride in a vintage car to Monte-CarloSoak in the glamour of the French Riviera as you take a drive along the coast, cruising past turquoise stretches of the Mediterranean and into Monaco for a visit to one of the world’s most iconic casinos.
Cap-Ferrat, Tailored for You
Take a Day Trip to Monaco
Monaco is the world's second-smallest sovereign state after the Vatican. Explore the picturesque waterfront bobbing with mega-yachts, and play baccarat in the famed Casino de Monte-Carlo.
Survey the Splendour of the Night Sky
Head to our Hotel park, one of the French Riviera’s best stargazing locations, for an exclusive astronomy lesson with a world-renowned planetary scientist and a unique observatory experience.
Ascend to the Enchanting Village of Èze
Perched high above sea level, this tiny hilltop town often referred to as the “Eagle’s Nest” offers spectacular French Riviera views, cobblestone streets and medieval architecture.
Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel
Features
Sumptuous rooms with Riviera views from Nice to Monaco
Michelin-distinguished cuisine at Le Cap
Glass funicular to Club Dauphin, featuring an infinity pool