Episode 3

Season 1Episode 360 minJan 16, 2026
Episode 3

Leaving behind the indulgent revelry of the Venice Carnival, Tom embarks on a scenic journey through Tuscany in a vintage Lancia, arriving in the cradle of the Renaissance - Florence. This city, long a magnet for Grand Tourists, enchants with its artistic splendour and architectural majesty. The sight of Filippo Brunelleschi's magnificent Dome leaves Tom awe-struck. Guided by his ever-knowledgeable tutor, or "bear leader," he stands before Michelangelo's iconic David and gains rare, private access to the Uffizi Gallery. There, he marvels at one of its crowning jewels - Botticelli's 'The Birth of Venus'.

Inspired by the greats, Tom visits master sculptor Raffaello Romanelli to try his hand at shaping a clay bust, following in the footsteps of countless Grand Tourists who once came to Florence to study art, architecture, and sculpture in this romantic, cultural haven.

Tom's journey then leads him to Rome, the pinnacle of the Grand Tour. With its layers of ancient history and vibrant artistic life, the Eternal City was a place where British travellers often lingered for months, even years. At the historic Caffè Greco - a gathering spot for thinkers and artists - Tom learns that just across the street lies the Keats-Shelley House, the final home of the romantic poet John Keats.

In true Grand Tourist fashion, Tom commissions a portrait - not the flattering ideal often painted by local artists, but a revealing portrayal of his true self, with striking results. As his time in Rome draws to a close, he embraces its timeless romance, joining street musicians to serenade passing lovers - and as his voice rises, hearts melt.

The Grand Tour was meant to transform its participants, to broaden horizons and deepen the soul. Reflecting on his own odyssey through Europe, Tom wonders: how has he changed, and what has he discovered on his very own journey?

Episode 3 has aired on Jan 16, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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