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BROWSE OUR
ITALY TOURS
FOR FOOD & WINE LOVERS WHO WANT TO EXPERIENCE AUTHENTIC ITALY
Imagine an Italy where time
Aperitivo time (cocktail hour) starts to roll in around 6 o’clock after…
You’ve spent the day uncovering timeless culinary secrets from local chefs, winemakers, and multi-generational zero-km farmers crafting award-winning honey, cheese, truffles and more…
Where reconnecting over a leisurely Sunday lunch and taking a stroll in the piazza (town square) is still a favourite Italian pastime…
This is the Italy you picture—dream about!—but didn’t know it existed. Until now.
melts away…
Explore Italy through the eyes of locals, guided by friends who know all the secrets
Unlike big tour operators, we don’t slap together itineraries from pre-packaged experiences for our small group Italy tours.
Every moment of your journey is something we craft from scratch, inspired by our love for the real Italy and our personal connections with local chefs and wine makers. When you travel with us, you’re not just seeing Italy—you’re feeling it.
(and can't wait to
share them with you.)
"After having been to Italy multiple times, I can honestly say no other experience compares to the one provided by Giovanni & Chantelle."
—KELLY SERVINSKI
"When I lost my luggage, Giovanni took his personal time to help me sort things out, it really showed how much they care about their clients."
— RACHELLE HYNES
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explore italy tours
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.
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.
Visit an award-winning cheesemaker, cook with a local chef, and experience Venice off the beaten path, while exploring Italy’s UNESCO Prosecco Hills and Palladian wine-soaked villas, like a local.
Dine in historic trulli homes, discover centuries-old cheese-making secrets, and explore whitewashed villages and hidden sea caves from Valle d'Itria to baroque Lecce - an intimate glimpse into Puglia's soul.
Your exclusive backstage pass to experiencing Italy like the locals do comes with a few perks…
Small
groups
Remember that whirlwind Contiki tour you took with 50 other guests? That won’t be us! Instead, you’ll feel like you’re traveling among friends – not a participant on a high school field trip.
"This is the tour for you if you want to avoid the touristy part of italy, experience the intimacy of a small group italy tour & gain insight into the local italian culture & cuisine.”
unpack
once
No 5 am wake-up calls, sleeping in overnight trains, and constantly changing hotels every other day. We take vacation relaxation very seriously! De-stress and relax knowing you have the luxury of unpacking once and slowing down so you can dive deep into Italy’s “La Dolce Vita”.
“If you want to relax and enjoy a tour with a personalized touch without packing & unpacking everyday, this is the perfect solution.”
YOU TRAVEL WITH US
We ‘re not just locals and Italy experts, we’re travellers of Italy, too! You’re our honorary guest. And we’re your fun and fabulous Italian friends. We get you, know what you want to see and experience, and know the best ways to make that happen! From the moment we welcome you on tour to our final goodbyes, we’ll be there every step of the way.
“From the moment I was greeted by Chantelle & Giovanni at the airport, I felt like a friend."
exclusive italian travel intel
Forget struggling about the best way to get from point A to B. Swipe our insider advice for pre and post-trip planning! With us in your back pocket all you need to do is write an email and click send. Get access to insider knowledge, bilingual guides, and personal relationships that allow you to experience Italy like it is your home.
“The experience provided by Giovanni and Chantelle is second to none. You will not find the amazing places, wineries and food without them."
the gold
standard
We don’t subcontract out. In Italy food & culture go hand-in-hand. That’s the real Italy. We’ve personally tried, tasted and tested every single experience ensuring quality and authenticity. If it doesn’t meet our personal Stamp of Approval, it won’t be on your Italy tour! Zero tourist traps, subpar service, or second rate Italian food.
"The food on their Italy tours was amazing!
HOW TO BOOK YOUR SMALL GROUP TOUR OF ITALY
Choose your favorite Italy itinerary
Pick your preferred dates for your Italy trip
Make your deposit to secure your spot on your Italy trip
Pop open some prosecco, you’re set to travel Italy authentically!
"The itinerary was spot on – enough free time, interesting towns, great food and wine."
— RACHEL STENDER
"I was traveling solo for the first time. Giovanni and Chantelle made me feel very welcomed."
— BELINDA REILLY
In Italy, food & culture go hand-in-hand.
We’ve personally tried, tasted, and tested every single experience, ensuring quality and authenticity. If it doesn’t meet our personal Stamp of Approval, it won’t be on your Italy tour! Zero tourist traps, subpar service, or second rate Italian food. We provide only the best for our new (hopefully!) best friends. *wink*
That’s the real Italy.
TAKE IT FROM DANNY
"Chantelle and Giovanni provide a well-rounded, authentic Italian experience."
"We got to dine and cook in a family-run villa built in 1665, spend a Sunday in a wonderful family's home where we were taught to make pasta and arrosticini, see historic churches and forts as well as beautiful mountains, rolling hills, vineyards, and the Adriatic Sea. And every meal was perfection. By the end of the tour, we felt like family. Sign up today. You won't regret it!"
Can’t wait to have an
Italian experience
Appreciate the
of Italy
Traveling through Italy with The Italian On Tour® Is Right For You If You...
Are not a picky eater and are
Want to taste Italian food and wines the pair with it
ready to explore new flavours
real
locals
authentic
BEAUTIES
cultural
We know how
it can be to plan a trip.
Where should you stay? What should you see? How can you avoid the crowds? When you travel with us, those questions melt away. All you need to do is relax, soak it in, and savor every moment.
From the moment you book, we’ve got you covered. We’ll toast your arrival with a glass of prosecco, and guide you through boutique accommodations, handpicked wineries, and intimate meals that celebrate Italy’s culinary artistry.
And the best part? All you have to do is book your flight and show up.
We know how
it can be to plan a trip.
overwhelming
to feel good about
3 reasons
Support Small Business
When you book your Italy tour with us you'll support small local businesses. From your 4-star boutique accommodations, multi-generational wineries, and family-run restaurants, each and every partner we work with calls our territory home.
Connect with the Locals
You'll come face-to-face with the people that love and live in our territory. Every local expert from the talented chefs to farmers and winemakers are locals you'll meet with when you travel with us. Plus, you're helping many of these passionate locals return home (like Giovanni) and revive Italy's hidden regions.
Visit Italy's Hidden Gems
By skipping the overcrowded sites for a slice of authentic Italy you'll help ease the pressure on the effects of over tourism on Italy's big cities and major tourist sites. Did we mention you can visit Italy's Largest Medieval fortress, sip your morning espresso at Ernst Hemingway's favourite cafe and forage for truffles with Jamie Oliver's truffle hunter?
your tour with us
get on the email list
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