Best of Puglia Tour 2027
Experience Puglia through guided visits, iconic sights and a delicious journey into local cuisine, designed for curious and seasoned travellers alike.
Discover Italy Your Way
From small group tours and private travel to luxury escapes and tailor-made itineraries, we'll help you choose the Italian experience that's right for you. With decades of experience and a genuine passion for Italian travel, our Melbourne-based team are here to help every step of the way.
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Handpicked For You
Featured Italy Tours
Italian Lakes Discovery Tour 2027
Lake Maggiore, Lake Orta and Lake Como on a relaxed 9 day small group journey, with alpine landscapes, private boat trips and time to enjoy the lakes at an unhurried pace.
Best of Sicily Tour 2027
Explore Sicily through its layered history, vibrant towns and deeply rooted food culture, designed for travellers seeking a richer and more immersive Italian experience.
Palaces & Villas of Rome | Architecture Tour
From Empire to Papacy: The Power of Magnificence
Start Here
Not sure where to start?
Choose the path that best matches where you are in your Italy travel journey.
First time in Italy?
Try our Tutta l’Italia – “the whole of Italy” – collection. Expect major cities, iconic attractions, scenic journeys, and a curated mix of culture, cuisine, history, and local experiences.
Been to Italy before?
Go deeper with region-led journeys, slower routes, and second-trip ideas beyond the standard highlights.
Italy Touring Specialists
Italy Specialists. Not just tour providers.
Our team of six Italy specialists is based in Toorak, Melbourne. We help you plan Italy with the perspective of people who know the country deeply and care about getting it right for every client.
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Carefully curated tours
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Local connections
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Tailor-made travel
Looking for something different? We can source or build an itinerary just for you.
Our Difference
Why Choose Italy Touring
Small Group Tour Specialists
We specialise in carefully selected small group tours that combine thoughtfully planned itineraries, iconic experiences and premium accommodation, creating a more personal and rewarding way to experience Italy.
True Local Experts
Our tours are led by knowledgeable local Italian guides who share the history, culture, traditions and hidden stories of each region, creating richer, more authentic experiences throughout your journey.
Genuine Care
From your first enquiry to the day you return home, our Melbourne-based team provides expert advice, personalised recommendations and responsive support, ensuring every stage of your journey feels effortless.
Explore By Style
Explore tours by travel style
Not sure which region to start with? Choose a tour style and we will help you narrow down the right itinerary.
Small Group Tours to Italy
Travel with fewer people for a more personal experience, deeper local connections and greater flexibility than larger coach tours.
Explore this styleWorld Heritage & Historical Tours
Explore iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites, ancient landmarks and the stories that have shaped Italy through the centuries.
Explore this styleScenic Journeys
Experience Italy’s most spectacular landscapes, from alpine peaks and rolling vineyards to dramatic coastlines and picturesque villages.
Explore this styleArt & Culture Tours
Discover Italy’s artistic masterpieces, rich traditions and cultural heritage through expert-led experiences and immersive sightseeing.
Explore this styleFood & Wine Tours
Taste regional cuisine, visit wineries and artisan producers, and experience the flavours that define Italy’s diverse culinary traditions.
Explore this styleLuxury Travel
Enjoy premium accommodation, exceptional service and thoughtfully curated experiences designed for a seamless and indulgent Italian escape.
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Where Do You Want To Go?
Explore Italy by Region
Start with a region if you already know the mood, landscape, or pace of Italy you want to experience.
Explore by region
Find your part of Italy
Italy is more varied than most people expect. Use the map for orientation, then jump into the region pages below or ask a specialist to help narrow the choice.
Northern Italy
Dolomites · Lakes · Venice · Piedmont
Central Italy
Tuscany · Rome · Umbria · Marche
Southern Italy
Amalfi · Puglia · Basilicata · Calabria
Islands
Sicily · Sardinia
Abruzzo
Italy's wild heart, from peaks to sea
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Amalfi Coast
Cliffside towns, sea views and a slower rhythm
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Aosta Valley
Italy's alpine corner, small and spectacular
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Basilicata
Quiet southern Italy, rich in surprises
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Calabria
Rugged coasts and a true southern spirit
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Campania
Naples, Amalfi, islands and ancient wonders
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Central Italy
Art cities, hill towns and countryside that feels close and human
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Emilia-Romagna
Elegant cities, big flavours, easy touring
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How It Works
A simple way to plan Italy well
From your first browse to your final booking, the path stays clear and personal.
Browse tours
Start with featured journeys, regions, or trip ideas that already feel like you.
Choose itinerary
Narrow down the route, pace, and duration that fits the way you want to travel.
Speak to a specialist
Tell us what you want from Italy and we will guide you toward the tours that fit.
Book with confidence
Once the right trip is clear, we help you take the next step without second-guessing.
Find what you are looking for
Where would you like to go?
Search our site or start with one of our most useful destinations.
Explore By Style
Scenic Journeys
Lake Como with Bernina Express
A private Lake Como escape with a full-day Bernina Express experience to St Moritz, combining alpine scenery, flexible free time, and comfortable lakeside accommodation.
Italian Lakes Discovery Tour 2026
Lake Maggiore, Lake Orta and Lake Como on a relaxed 9 day small group journey, with alpine landscapes, private boat trips and time to enjoy the lakes at an unhurried pace.
Amalfi Coast Tour 2026
An immersive journey along the Amalfi Coast, blending iconic destinations with authentic local experiences, regional cuisine and the rhythm of everyday coastal life
Tuscany Walking Tour 2026
A guided Tuscan walking journey through medieval towns, countryside trails and local food experiences, balanced with culture, history and a characterful agriturismo stay.
Trip Ideas
Popular Italy Itineraries
Not sure how long to spend where? These popular itineraries are a great starting point.
10 Day Italy Itinerary
The classic southern Italian grand tour — monumental Rome, the drama of the Amalfi Coast, and the authentic, unhurried south of Puglia — paced across ten days so you actually feel each place rather than just photograph it.
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7 Days in Puglia
A perfectly paced week exploring the trulli towns, baroque cities and crystalline coastline of Puglia — Italy's sun-soaked heel.
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Northern Italy Itinerary
From the fashion capital Milan to the floating city of Venice, via the romantic Italian Lakes and the dramatic Dolomites — a definitive two-week journey through Northern Italy.
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Coming Up Soon
Upcoming Tours
A quick look at tours with upcoming departures if you are ready to travel sooner.
Fantastic Siciliana Tour 2026
A small group journey across Sicily from Palermo to Taormina, featuring Norman Monreale, baroque towns, wine tasting in Marsala, Etna and UNESCO Agrigento.
Florence & Venice Escapade 2026
A polished 5-day Florence-to-Venice mini journey pairing Renaissance Florence, a guided Pisa excursion, high-speed rail, and a classic gondola experience in Venice.
Fantastic Milan with Bernina Express, Liguria & Venice 2026
An 8-day small-group journey from Milan to Venice featuring the Bernina Express, Ligurian coast gems, Cinque Terre rail exploration, Ferrari heritage, and Modena balsamic tasting.
The Beautiful Coast, Sorrento and Amalfi 2026
A 5-day Rome, Sorrento and Amalfi mini tour combining scenic transfers, coastal stays, and time on the Amalfi Coast without overcomplicating the route.
What Our Guests Say
Stories From The Road
4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews★ ★ ★ ★ ★My husband and I enjoyed a 12 day tour in Puglia with Italy Touring. We travelled with a small group of 12, in a very comfortable modern coach driven by a very capable Pugliese, Matteo. Our tour leaders Andrew and Anglea were excellent hosts- very familiar with the language, cul…
Lorraine Booth 8 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★The Puglia small group tour was outstanding in many ways. From visiting towns steeped in culture and history to areas of natural beauty, this itinerary was tailored to the group.
Patricia Alexander 9 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★Having recently returned from a small group tour of Puglia, I cannot speak highly enough of the skills, the language ability and the intimate knowledge of this enchanting region that our quintessential hosts, Andrew and Angela put into practice daily to ensure that every day was…
Emily Haralampou 9 months ago
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Plan Your Trip
Italy Travel Planning Guides
Keep the details tidy with practical guides on timing, logistics, and planning well.
Best Time to Visit Puglia: A Season-by-Season Guide
Puglia is magical in every season, but each time of year offers a different experience. Here's what to expect — and when to go for your priorities.
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Small Group vs Private Tours in Italy: Which Is Right for You?
The two most popular ways to tour Italy — small group and private — suit very different travel styles. Here's an honest guide to help you choose.
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Ideas, insights and practical knowledge to help you plan the perfect Italian journey.
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Small Group Tours of Italy: The Complete Guide for Australian Travellers
What small group tours of Italy actually mean, why they work so well in Italy, what to look for when choosing one, and how Italy Touring's approach differs — a complete guide for Australian travellers.
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Puglia, Sicily & Sardinia: A Guide to Southern Italy and Its Islands
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Your Essential Guide to Italy: Culture, Regions, Language & What to Expect
From the 20 regions and their vast differences, to language basics, cultural etiquette, climate, and history — everything an Australian traveller needs to know before touring Italy.
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Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about travelling to Italy with us. Cannot find your answer? Ask an Italy travel specialist – we are always happy to help.
Our tours include all accommodation, daily breakfast, in-country transport, specialist guiding, entrance fees to included sites, and airport transfers on arrival and departure. Most tours also include several group dinners. International flights and travel insurance are not included.
Small group tours travel with a small number of fellow guests and follow a set itinerary. Private tours are built exclusively for your group, with a customised itinerary, your own guide and vehicle, and greater flexibility to travel at your pace.
May, June and September are widely considered the best months for warm weather and manageable crowds. April, October and the shoulder seasons can also be excellent depending on the region and style of travel.
Yes. Private tours can be fully customised around your priorities, and many small group tours can be paired with extensions or optional experiences before or after the main journey.
