“Thank you for opening up your beautiful home to us. We loved our stay here and had such a great time exploring Cortona and the surrounding area!”

- The Mello Family

“We had the BEST time in Cortona . . . . it fell at just the right moment in our 2 1/2 week trip. We were able to "rest and recover" from the hurried itinerary and a bit of a cold.

Casa Gabriella was perfect and so nice! We thoroughly enjoyed Cristina, our chef. the night before we left the following day. Perfect ending to 5 lovely nights! The city of Cortona is fabulous, the people are lovely, and the landscape/views are to die for!! I'm so glad we made this adventure of a lifetime come true with your help.

The team of Alen, Federica, and Gloria were so helpful and accommodating to our needs. They were able to meet all of our last minute needs. We hope to return at some point down the road. For now, more adventures to other countries await!!!”

-Michelle C.

“Sojourn Ventures provided us with a fabulous travel experience, filled with opportunities to savor life in Tuscany. The staff in both the US and in Italy was professional and welcoming; our accommodations were charming and comfortable. From start to finish, the trip was wonderful. Thanks, Sojourn Ventures for all that you did to help us make life-long memories!”

-Rita. C

“I only have good things to say about my whole experience. First, our Bali vacation had to be delayed a couple of years longer than expected due to Covid and quarantine restrictions. The staff at Sojourn were so informative and kept in touch the entire time, so any concerns/questions we had were immediately answered. Once we were able to book, it all went smoothly, and we were finally able to take our dream vacation. The Golden Buddah was beautiful, and the employees really went above and beyond to ensure we were enjoying our stay. I loved that we had drivers that were able to take us around so that we could explore more than just the immediate area, although I highly recommend checking out the live bands in Amed. I couldn't have asked for a more wonderful vacation. I'm so thankful for my new friends and the many happy moments I will never forget.”

-Kasey T.

“We had the experience of a lifetime staying at the Golden Buddha in Bali and none of it would have been possible without the help of Sojourn Ventures. Everything was communicated and coordinated perfectly. When weather canceled our flights, the Sojourn Ventures team was quick to help! Once we arrived in Bali, we met the most attentive and kind humans you will ever encounter - the team at the Golden Buddha!!

We can't wait to visit again!

PS - Don't let the "RAINY" season scare you - yes, it rained nearly every day but it was often brief and made everything so green. We were still able to do all outdoor activities and experienced top notch service not having to compete with the busy season tourists.”

-Emily B.

“We had a wonderful time in Cortona at Casa San Marco and visiting Italy. The villa was amazing and the support staff that assisted us while in Cortona was outstanding. Always there to help, they made the trip even more enjoyable.

Thanks for providing us a great place to stay with wonderful lasting memories!”

-Lee M.

“Thank you so very much for allowing us this respite in Casa San Marco! We shopped, we ate, we laughed and loved. The grand finale was an evening of being taught how to cook an Italian meal by Ivan. Molto Bene! Just absolutely amazing in every way. This home is absolutely beautiful and we are so grateful to have had the experience in Cortona!”

-Jan and Michael T

“We had such a lovely time of relaxation and rejuvenation at the Golden Buddha in Amed, Bali. The staff was amazing and so attentive. We can’t wait to go back!”

-Rebecca H.

“I knew that Cortona was going to be beautiful, and the pictures of Casa San Marco that we saw before the trip were amazing. It was even more gorgeous in person!! They thought of EVERYTHING we might need during our stay. The kitchen was so fun, and where we hung out a lot of the time. We even had a cooking class which will be something I’ll treasure forever! The hosts made sure we had everything we needed, and were so nice and sweet! The decor….wow!!! It was a great mix of old Italy with all of the amenities you would need today! We all slept like babies In our comfy beds and rooms. The town of Cortona was so relaxing, and easy to take day trips to Tuscany for wine tasting or Siena which was lovely also! I got to be pretty good at waking up the hills also ha! I hope you love it as much as we all did! Six of us stayed, and we had so much room”

-Tara S.

“We had a wonderful time here. The villa is incredible, and Stacey is a wonderful host.”

-Lisa H.

“You asked about our stay at Casa San Marco, I don’t have the vocabulary to really express how awesome and lovely it was. They decor was spot on for what my wife would like to our house here. The view from the balcony is second to none, and I spent almost all of my time there. A glass of wine, a book (though the view kept distracting me) and I was happy and content. So we had three kids there and as kids are they tend to play loud, my 10 year old daughter felt bad for the lady that lived under us, so she wrote here a letter. We used google translate to write her a letter to apologize for any loud thumps that might occur and asked her some questions about her and her life here. Not sure how accurate google translate did, but I think the spirit of the letter came across. The lady was so sweet, she made her a fig tart that was so delicious that I had to fend off the kids so my wife could get a piece :) She was the sweetest person in the world and truly represents Cortona.”

-James S.

“We loved our stay at Casa San Marcos in Cortina! The villa was so beautiful which matches the views of the Tuscan region.

The team led by Frederica and Gloria were amazing hosts that added to our wonderful stay! We will not forget this trip and would defiantly return in the future!”

-Mandy B.

“Casa San Marco in Cortona-high on the hill overlooking the entire Tuscan Valley and Lake Trasimieno is one of the most remarkable places to stay in Italy. Close to Assisi, Florence and many other of Tuscany's wine towns and attractions, it is perfectly located and perfectly equipped for a vacation stay.

The home is so lovingly cared for and beautifully decorated, the kitchen has everything you need to cook magnificent italian meals with local fresh pasta, produce, artisanal meats and wine.

Sojourn Ventures takes great care of their clients from the moment of reservation to the end of the stay and can connect guests to cooking classes, tours and special experiences throughout the region. We have stayed twice and loved it. We will be back.”

-Julia Z.

“My fiancée and I went to Cortona Italy in the middle of June, 2024. This was one of the most beautiful places I have ever been in all of my travels. From the initial set up for this trip with an amazing person, Federica, who helped set up wine tours and excursions as well as make dinner suggestions to us to the actual stay in Cortona, everything was so smooth thanks to Sojourn Ventures and their local staff.

Every excursion and wine tour were planned to perfection. The wineries were amazing and the wines themselves also delicious. The restaurants in Cortona from breakfast places to amazing dinner venues were not only some of the best food either of us has had in years but the staff at every single restaurant was attentive and pleasant and took pride in their jobs.

Casa Sabrina, that was part of the package for this trip was also perfect. There was a full kitchen including dishwasher; a washing machine; plenty of storage space and closet space as well as a very comfortable bed. The apartment was also spotlessly clean upon arrival.

In closing, both Angel and I would definitely return to Cortona and would absolutely use Sojourn Ventured to arrange the stay once again. Thank you all again for a trip we will never ever forget!!!!”

-Keith F. & Angel S.

“This house is one of they most beautiful authentic homes I have stayed in in Italy. The hill town of Cortona is full of shops, great museums, art galleries, great restaurants, wine shops, beautiful churches, and a Medici fort. The bds are comfortable with crisp white sheets.Each morning the bells of the famous church San Francisco chimed sending the nesting birds a flight. From the bedroom balcony you can overlook the lush valley of rolling hills and the mountains and dormant volcano in the distant. Wee we cooked many meals in the well equipped kitchen and raised a glass to our fortunate luck at finding such a wonderful place to stay. Every shop is walkable. No parking but no need for one. Enzo was always available to take us on far reaching adventures or just to the train station for day trips to Florence or Abrezzo. I still dream of this perfect spot. One warning, you must be able to climb one flight of stairs and walk up beautiful cobbled roads and paths.”

-Ronald N.

“We loved every minute in this gorgeous home! When we were too tired from walking the hills, we enjoyed sitting on the balcony and listening to the sounds of the neighborhood and seeing the amazing sunsets.”

- Kathryn D.

“Words cannot begin to describe how wonderful our stay has been at Casa San Marco! We came together with friends and family and enjoyed 7 beautiful days in Cortona. This home and this village are absolutely charming. From booking our stay to arriving in Cortona, all the way until our very last night here, everyone has gone above and beyond to make us feel at home. What a fabulous team of people working to help us create beautiful, cherished memories for years to come!”

-Greg & Stacie H.

“Really an adventure of a lifetime! There is something timeless about this place that makes someone feel linked to people long ago. Maybe the stones tell stories for the world to hear. In any regard, it is a love story. Thank you for sharing your home and love story with us.”

-Bambi A.

“I want to thank you for an unbelievable fantastic adventure at your place and with your staff! Everything was beautiful, we were not far away from Amed and we were very content and happy. Steve and Jack did the sunrise at the volcano with a guide , we did the walk thru the rice paddies, we did the temple walk – amazing, we snorkeled with the people off the beach, and fished, we shopped in the local shops and ate out twice but really enjoyed the staff and their kindness, terrific information about the country and their culture and families. The accommodations were very comfortable, clean and cool, and the transportation was impeccable, on time and in time!”

-Jack M.

“We had such a lovely time of relaxation and rejuvenation at the Golden Buddha in Amed, Bali. The staff was amazing and so attentive. We can’t wait to go back!”

-Rebecca H.

“We had such a wonderful time at The Golden Buddha and Sojourn Ventures was phenomenal in making it happen. Elizabeth answered my unending stream of questions to help me feel comfortable before leaving. Once we got there, We had an amazing time! Yogi was so gracious and patient with all my questions. The staff were all phenomenal. Tony and Whiz took great care of us and making amazing drinks. I think we’ll go back with our friends that won the package for another auction! We went to the Gates of Heaven, Monkey Forest, Water Palace. Watched the sunset a some great bars. “

-Maria B.