A Week in Piedmont | Women Only Tour
Introducing Tauck Women-Only Departures on select journeys – offered exclusively for women seeking meaningful travel experiences. Price on request!
Small group tours of Italy's UNESCO World Heritage Sites and historic centres, led by specialist guides.
Italy Touring’s UNESCO and historical tour program covers the country’s most significant heritage sites and historic urban centres — ancient ruins, medieval towns, Renaissance cities, and Baroque masterpieces — with guides who can interpret them properly. Groups are kept small, with expert guides whose knowledge is site- and period-specific rather than one-size-fits-all. Whether you’re drawn to ancient Roman history, medieval Italy, Renaissance art and architecture, or simply want a tour that takes Italy’s historic fabric seriously — you’ll find the right departures here.
Introducing Tauck Women-Only Departures on select journeys – offered exclusively for women seeking meaningful travel experiences. Price on request!
Discover the heel of Italy’s “boot,” known for its centuries-old farmhouses, whitewashed limestone houses, and endless Adriatic Sea coastlines.
A myriad of cultures intertwined by Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Muslim, and of course, Italian influences.
From ancient treasures frozen in time to the brilliant blue of the “Divine Coast,” immerse yourself in daily life, past and present
Discover the dramatic beauty of the Ligurian coast, where colourful seaside villages, historic towns and spectacular cliffside landscapes combine with art, culture and coastal charm.
A compact 5-day Puglia and Matera small-group route combining Bari, Trani, Castel del Monte, Alberobello and the Sassi with regional tastings.
An intimate small-group journey through Emilia-Romagna, from Parma and Bologna to Romagna vineyards and Ravenna mosaics, with tastings, artisans and lagoon cruising.
Explore Piemonte and Valle d’Aosta – A two-week immersion in Italy’s wine, history, and mountain landscapes.
Private 5-day Puglia food and wine tour: Each day includes organised activities, visits to all the key sights and a progressive discovery of the local Puglia cuisine.
UNESCO-listed Alberobello and Matera, baroque Lecce, and Adriatic coastal gems. Enjoy a locally hosted small group week in Puglia with guided day tours, hidden villages, and authentic regional experiences.
Experience the Amalfi Coast and Naples through iconic towns, coastal landscapes and rich history, from ancient ruins to cliffside villages.
Explore Sicily through its layered history, vibrant towns and deeply rooted food culture, designed for travellers seeking a richer and more immersive Italian experience.
Drawing on the grand cities of Genoa and Turin, this tour explores magnificent palaces, world-class art collections and centuries of history in two of Italy’s most overlooked cultural treasures.
A premium week from Rome to Naples via Sorrento, Pompeii, Capri and Positano—handpicked 4-star stays, seamless transfers, and iconic experiences done properly.
Mediterranean Crossroads: Three Thousand Years of Creativity
Antiquities of the Bay of Naples
Experience Puglia through guided visits, iconic sights and a delicious journey into local cuisine, designed for curious and seasoned travellers alike.
A polished small-group journey from Palermo to Taormina, combining Sicily’s great monuments, food-and-wine traditions, Mount Etna, and an elegant finish by the sea.
A value-focused larger-group journey from Rome to Venice through Assisi, Siena, Florence and Bologna, with guided touring and regional food experiences.
A larger-group loop from Rome through Assisi, Siena, Florence, Bologna, Venice and Montepulciano, combining classic sightseeing with regional food and wine.
An 8-day larger-group journey from Rome through Assisi, Florence, Bologna and Venice, with Vatican touring, Tuscan wine country and signature food experiences.
An 11-day combination tour linking Italy’s classic northbound route with Pompeii and the Sorrento Coast, while keeping logistics simple from Rome.
Cycle south-eastern Sicily from the Val di Noto to Mount Etna and Taormina, with Baroque towns, farm lunches and volcanic wines.
Explore Puglia and Matera on a relaxed small-group journey from Bari, with UNESCO sites, white towns, baroque Lecce, coastal Otranto and masseria dining.
Experience Puglia through guided visits, iconic sights and a delicious journey into local cuisine, designed for curious and seasoned travellers alike.
Sicily is an absolutely fascinating place to visit, being a crossroads of civilisations with a range of diverse influences. Our Sicily tours provide a well rounded experience covering the diverse
An immersive journey along the Amalfi Coast, blending iconic destinations with authentic local experiences, regional cuisine and the rhythm of everyday coastal life
A festive small-group Christmas journey through Puglia and Matera, featuring UNESCO icons, baroque Lecce, white towns, street food, markets, and seasonal traditions.
A 12-day Sicily and Aeolian Islands journey from Catania, combining UNESCO treasures, wine and food experiences, Mount Etna, and island cruising.
An 11-day escorted tour group Rome return tour combining Italy’s classic cities with Pompeii, Sorrento and Capri, plus food experiences and skip‑the‑line Vatican access.
Italy has more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other country — ranging from entire historic city centres (Rome, Florence, Venice, Siena, Naples) to archaeological sites (Pompeii, the Valley of the Temples in Sicily, Herculaneum), natural landscapes (the Dolomites, the Aeolian Islands), and cultural landscapes (the Cinque Terre, the Piedmont wine regions). Our historical tours use UNESCO sites as anchor points in itineraries built around understanding Italy’s history, not simply ticking off famous addresses.
With the right guide, a site transforms. Pompeii without interpretation is ruins and rubble; with an expert, it becomes a snapshot of Roman daily life in extraordinary detail. The Uffizi without context is a beautiful gallery; with the right person, it’s a coherent story about power, patronage, and art as a political tool. Our guides are selected for subject-specific expertise — not a generalist script applied across multiple countries.
Italy’s historic sites are increasingly accessible to independent visitors — audio guides, clear signage, and online ticketing have all improved. But specialist interpretation, pre-arranged entry that avoids queuing at peak times, and the accumulated logistics of an experienced operator remain significantly more rewarding for travellers making what is, for most, a once-in-a-decade journey.
Major heritage sites are open year-round, but visitor volumes vary dramatically by season. April, May, September, and October offer the best balance of good weather, workable crowds, and full site access. Summer brings peak numbers to Rome, Florence, and Venice — our tours in these months are structured to minimise the impact. Winter is quieter and often better value, though some smaller seasonal properties operate reduced hours.
Most of our historical tours involve moderate walking through historic centres, archaeological sites, and museums. Surfaces include cobblestones, steps, and uneven ground, so comfortable walking footwear is a must. Physical requirements are noted on each tour page.
More than you’d manage on an independent visit — which is the point. A guide will spend the time needed to do the site justice. Major focus sites typically receive a full day or more; others receive a solid half-day. Time allocations are detailed in the itinerary on each tour page.
Yes. Site entry fees are included, and pre-arranged entry means you avoid the queuing that can consume a lot of time when visiting independently — particularly at Pompeii, the Colosseum, the Uffizi, and similar high-demand sites.
Yes. Some itineraries focus on ancient Rome, others on the Renaissance cities of central Italy, others on the Norman and Greek heritage of Sicily. Get in touch and we’ll help you identify the right fit for your interests.
Yes, and some of our strongest historical itineraries are built around Sicily, Puglia, Umbria, and the Veneto — regions with extraordinary UNESCO heritage that receive a fraction of the visitor numbers of the classic cities. Worth exploring if you’re returning to Italy with a more specific focus.