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Gluten Free Italy Tours
for celiacs and the gluten-allergic
GET THE REAL ITALY EXPERIENCE SENZA GLUTINE
Gluten-free living can really put a damper on your vacation plans —
You’re not traveling to Italy to eat gummy gluten-free pasta and plain chicken and always feel like the odd one out when it’s time for dessert.
You want to experience what it’s really like to live the true Italian experience, and you don’t want your dietary restrictions to hold you back anymore.
but not when you travel with us.
You want in on the world famous food, wine, and culture.
After spending countless summers vacationing on a strict gluten-free diet in Italy, planning a wedding in Italy with celiac guests, and finally making the move to the Bel Paese, I could no longer keep my gluten-free Italian slice of “La Dolce Vita” to myself.
(AND WE GET IT!)
"Chantelle and Giovanni introduced us to an abundance of upscale, indulgent, fresh Italian food every single day. Yes, gluten free!"
—michelle grasek
"I've been to Europe a few times before and this was easily my favorite trip. My mom and I both have Celiac and we really wanted to experience Italy but were worried about how we could make that a reality, especially with the language barrier. Chantelle taught us how to easily eat gluten-free in Italy in the 7 amazing days that we were with her. After our time with The Italian on Tour, my mom and I spent 3 days in Rome by ourselves. After learning from Chantelle what to ask for, and what to look for, it was SUPER easy to eat GF in Rome and we had an amazing time. I now feel totally confident going back to Italy with Celiac. Many thanks to Chantelle and Giovanni for a life-changing trip!
"I am gluten free and struggle sometimes to eat out at home. Not on tour. Never once were my dietary restrictions 'a thing'."
— jenna w
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"From the moment we met at the airport to saying goodbye at the train station I felt like I had just vacationed in my friend's hometown. Chantelle and Giovanni curate such an amazing experience for their guests. No need is unmet. Besides the amazing food and company, the tour of the region was unprecedented. We toured many beautiful villages that most people "have never heard of", but that is what made them magical. We experienced true Italy. We got to see how people actually lived.
I highly recommend this tour. We experienced a trip of a lifetime."
"Once I realized I’d be eating well and safely, I was able to focus on the endless beauty and history of Ascoli Piceno."
— rachel r, north carolina
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"To preface; I am not one of those Celiacs who runs out to try every new gluten free franken-food out there. I like to enjoy good food, that has been lovingly and expertly prepared. This tour made this possible for me to experience. Not only did Chantelle and Giovanni introduce us to this beautiful slice of Italy, they completely put my mind at ease when it came to eating gluten free safely and enjoyably. My husband (not celiac), did not feel like he was comprising on the food and is always happier when I’m not worried about what I’m eating."
It IS possible for you to have access to safe, gluten-free (and actually delicious!) culinary experiences.
Leave your Italian vacation dining-out anxiety at the door and join us for a gluten-free Italy tour that isn’t just G-Free but is a celiac-safe epicurean journey for your taste buds.
"Best of Italy – without any unwanted side effects. Celiacs, vegetarians and anyone with dietary restrictions will feel comfortable traveling with Giovanni and Chantelle.”
ONE OF THE BEST PARTS OF TRAVELING TO ITALY?
got gluten free tour questions?
we've got answers!
From the hotel to the cuisine on our tours we never compromise authenticity and your health. We work with providers that are knowledgeable in the handling and preparation of food for Celiacs and communicate the protocols for celiac-safe dining to avoid across contamination so that you can enjoy the flavours of the territory you’ll tour with us. You can relax and unwind on your gluten-free Italian vacation with us knowing that Italy’s National Celiac Organization certifies and provides education to many of the partners we work with in addition that for your free time dining on your own you’ll have access to a gluten-free dining out card so that your needs can be communicated to your waiter during meals where your tour hosts are not present.
ABSOLUTELY!
We understand that not everyone will travel with other G-Free foodies and that is why we welcome all participants on our itineraries. Every Italy tour open to Gluten-free travelers has been designed around enjoying and experiencing good food, that is not only gluten-free but celiac safe! When you travel Italy gluten-free with us you will enjoy safe gluten-free food and your gluten-loving friends & family can dine with the gluten. This way everyone on your trip will have happy tummies and taste buds while getting their fill of authentic Italian cuisine without compromising on your health.
Our trips are not right for you if there are multiple foods that you cannot eat as we are unable to accommodate guests with multiple food preferences, allergies and/or intolerances.
Dairy-free cannot be accommodated on any of our tours as in addition to cheese tastings, a variety of local desserts, dairy is prevalent in the local dishes and our tours focus on enjoying authentic Italian cuisine that represents the time honored culinary traditions of the places we take you too and as such our trips are not the right fit for you if you cannot eat dairy.
READY FOR YOUR BACKSTAGE PASS TO ENJOYING ITALY GLUTEN FREE?
Choose your favourite Gluten-free Italy tour
Book your Gluten-free Travel Talk
Customize Your Tour & Make Your Deposit
Pop open some prosecco, you’re set to travel Italy Gluten-free!
Any of the trips to Italy below can be made gluten-free.
to discover if our trips are right for you.
Once you’re approved to tour Gluten-free, customize your tour by saying “Yes” to Gluten-Free & make your deposit.
"The gluten-free food and wine was amazing!"
— nicole hunter, canada
"After my trip I felt elated!"
— jennifer, north carolina
“I highly recommend The Italian On Tour®’s gluten-free Italy tours if you are unsure you can enjoy amazing cuisine in Italy on gluten-free diet!”
"We came for the gluten free experience and got to see the real Italy. The Italy that so many people who visit Italy multiple times, never get to experience in their lifetime!“
explore gluten-free italy tours
ITALY’S EPICUREAN JOURNEY
Savor Italy’s top slow food on sunkissed rolling hills, cook with a local chef, and drink in Montepulciano d’Abruzzo wine country, while soaking up genuine Italian life and culture in Italy’s hidden regions of Le Marche and Abruzzo.
ITALY UNCORKED
Immerse yourself in world-class wine country, unparalleled natural history, the most organic farm-to-table experiences at ancient abbeys, and enjoy spectacular UNESCO heritage on this all-inclusive vacation to Umbria and Le Marche’s untouched territory.
TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR GLUTEN FREE iTALIAN ADVENTURE,
→ Be ready for insider knowledge — you already know the best way to experience a new culture is among locals who become friends (and know Italy like the back of their hand!)
→ Want to take the guesswork out of planning your gluten-free Italy trip. Sit back and relax knowing we’ve taken care of it.
→ Never want to feel rushed. You’re in Italy to soak up the local culture and sticking to a by the minute military schedule is NOT your idea of vacation.
→ Love real Italian food that’s naturally gluten-free, enjoy walking, picturesque countryside, and off-the-beaten-path places where you can immerse yourself in the local culture – you want a ticket to being Italian for a week.
…and never want to stress about all the logistics, having a bad gluten-free meal, or constantly worry about speaking the local lingo to get your celiac safe dining needs across.
YOU should...
You may be the best fit for our gluten free tours of Italy if…
→ The flow of Italian lifestyle – dinner at 8pm, shops close for siesta-leisure meals, and a full glass of vino – isn’t your jam.
→ Exploring picturesque villages by foot & taking the stairs is an impossible feat. We visit historic sites with steep inclines and varied terrain. (Activity level varies by itinerary!)
→ You’re a picky eater. Getting to know the local culture means trying a variety of authentic dishes – your meals on tour run the gamut of everything from organic cheeses, seafood, carpaccio, and local meats.
→ Dining out in your home country (in your own language) still has you riddled with anxiety. Coming to Italy won’t fix your dining-out anxiety. If you find it difficult to trust others preparing your gluten-free meals and/or to communicate your needs when eating outside of your own home then our trips are not the right fit for you.
NOT
TAKE IT FROM karen
"The fact that I could relax into knowing I was eating gluten-free for the entire trip was priceless. Will never forget our Italian journey with them."
"Giovanni and Chantelle are amazing and I hope they never stop doing what they are doing. Especially the gluten free part! I could never have done the trip without The Italian on Tour otherwise. I know that Steph felt the same. We have made friends from the tour and some are coming to Melbourne soon and we will catch up. We were beautifully looked after and honestly felt very much at home with the whole experience."
— karen, australia
Your exclusive Gluten-Free Backstage Pass to experiencing Italy like the locals does come with a few
EXTRA perks…
INSIDE THE GLUTEN FREE VACATION VAULT
Gluten-Free Italian Dining Out Cards
Whether you have celiac disease or are severely gluten intolerant, you’ll get access to downloadable, printable GF Dining Out Cards in our exclusive Vacation Vault, so that on your free time on tour or after your trip with us you’ll NEVER have to worry about communicating your gluten-free dietary needs to your staff and kitchen staff.
Gluten-Free Recommendations For Extending Your Time In Italy
Planning to stay longer or come early before your Gluten Free Italy tour with us, but feeling nervous about where to eat safely gluten-free? No problem! Inside the Vacation Vault, you’ll get access to a list of additional gluten-free dining options in Rome, Florence and Venice which are easy to tack on before or after your tour with us.
Local Gluten-Free Recommendations For Your Free Time On Tour
From where to shop safely gluten-free to where you can get a celiac safe double scoop of your favorite gelato, you’ll be equipped with personally vetted gluten-free options that are just walking distance from your boutique digs on tour.
Not sure if your allergies can be accomodated?
We’ll tell you! If you’re not sure your allergy can be accommodated on one of our Italy tours? Book a call with us below and we’ll discuss at length whether or not we’ll be able to safely accommodate you.
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Ultimate Guide to Gluten-Free Dining in Italy
This ultimate gluten-free Italy guide is the perfect starting point for a first-time traveler.
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