Classic Fantastic | 5 Days Rome to Rome
A larger-group loop from Rome through Assisi, Siena, Florence, Bologna, Venice and Montepulciano, combining classic sightseeing with regional food and wine.
Tours
Escorted, private, walking, culinary and scenic tours of Italy
From escorted small group journeys and private travel to walking holidays, culinary experiences and scenic routes — our catalogue covers every way to experience Italy properly. Chosen by a team that knows the country deeply and cares about getting it right for every client.
Discover Italy Your Way
Explore our collection of Italian tours, curated from specialist operators with deep regional knowledge. From iconic cities to hidden villages, each journey is designed to immerse you in Italy’s landscapes, culture and cuisine while your expert guides handle every detail.
Choose from escorted and semi-escorted tours across Northern, Central and Southern Italy – from alpine adventures and Renaissance treasures to sun-drenched coastlines and unforgettable food experiences.
Puglia & Matera 12 Days Tour 2026
An immersive 12-day Puglia and Matera journey linking UNESCO landmarks, Adriatic towns, food and wine experiences, and comfortable small-group touring.
Fantastic Sicily Tour
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.
Fantastic Sardinia Tour
A beautifully paced Sardinian journey through Barbagia, Alghero and the Costa Smeralda, rich in food, local encounters and the island’s quieter traditions.
Early Christian & Medieval Rome
Rare Splendours from Tempestuous Times
Florence Revisited | Cultural Tour
Art Off the Beaten Track and in Private Collections
Florence & Venice | Art & Architecture Tour
The Finest Best-Known Art and Architecture in the Western World
Palaces & Villas of Rome | Architecture Tour
From Empire to Papacy: The Power of Magnificence
Essential Rome Tour
The Complete Spectrum of Art, Architecture and Antiquities
Sardinia Tour 2027 | Small Group Tour
Discover Sardinia’s unique culture through ancient sites, coastal landscapes and deeply local traditions, designed for travellers seeking something beyond the familiar Italy.
Piedmont Tour 2027 | Small Group Tour
Experience Piedmont through historic cities, vineyard landscapes and exceptional food and wine, designed for travellers who appreciate culture, flavour and refined Italian living.
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.
Why Choose Italy Touring
Our carefully selected tours of Italy utilise our tour partners’ local expertise to provide you with the adventure of a lifetime. Our tour guides pave the way for you to sit back and relax while savouring the exquisite scenery, historic wonders and delectable cuisine that Italy has to offer.
We offer a range of escorted and semi-escorted tours to suit every taste, from indulgent foodie tours, to regional explorations of the alpine landscapes in Northern Italy, the sun-drenched coastlines of Southern Italy, and the Renaissance treasures of Central Italy – each tour offers authentic immersion into Italy’s rich cultural tapestry and hidden treasures.
For those seeking refined experiences, our luxury tour options provide unparalleled comfort, while time-conscious travellers can enjoy our condensed mini tours highlighting quintessential Italian experiences. Create your perfect Italian journey with our private tours or personalised itineraries, or make memories with like-minded sightseers through an intimate small group tour.
FAQs
How many people are in your small group tours?
Group sizes vary by tour, but the small group format is designed to give you personal attention from your guide, easier access to authentic local experiences, and genuine connections with fellow travellers.
What standard of accommodation can I expect on your tours?
The standard of accommodation varies between tours and cities – most of our tours feature comfortable 4-star hotels, centrally located for easy exploration of each destination. Accommodation is selected for its standards, location, and guest experience. Many properties are family-owned boutique hotels that offer a more genuine local experience than international chain hotels.
What’s included with each tour package?
Our comprehensive tour packages typically include:
- All accommodation with daily breakfast (unless otherwise specified)
- Expert English-speaking local guides
- Comfortable transportation between destinations
- Skip-the-line entry to major attractions and monuments
- Selected meals featuring regional specialties (typically 3-4 dinners and several lunches)
- Wine tastings and culinary experiences as specified in the itinerary
- Welcome and farewell dinners
- All tips for drivers, local guides, and included meals
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure days
Additional inclusions vary by specific tour, with premium tours offering enhanced experiences and more inclusive meals. Airfare to and from Italy is not included, allowing you flexibility in your travel arrangements.
Do I need to speak Italian to enjoy your tours?
Not at all! All our tour guides are fluent English speakers, and we handle all the logistics and communication with local providers. While learning a few basic Italian phrases is appreciated by locals and can enhance your experience, it’s absolutely not required. Many Italians in tourist areas speak at least some English, particularly in hotels, restaurants, and major attractions.
Can I speak to someone about booking a tour or flights?
Certainly! You can contact our Melbourne-based team through our website here, or give us a call on 03 9824 0898 during business hours.
In addition to all your travel arrangements in Italy, our team can organise and book all your flights to and from Europe and any other destinations as part of your overall holiday.
What are your booking, deposit, and refund policies?
To secure your place on one of our small group tours, a deposit of $750 per person per tour is required within 7 days (unless otherwise stated) of us accepting your booking. The remaining balance must be received by the date(s) reflected on your invoice OR no less than 60 days before commencement of your trip from when you leave Australia.
Note: some trips or particular arrangements may require payment earlier or in additional instalments and this will be advised with the booking confirmation.
You may cancel your booking by giving written notice to us. Cancellation fees and charges will be levied as follows:
- any amounts we have paid or have contractually committed to pay to third parties to deliver your travel arrangements which we cannot reasonably recover or which the third party agrees we no longer need to pay (for example payments made or due to airlines or ground operators);
- where we or our related companies directly control any of the services included in your travel arrangements (for example, accommodation, vessels, transportation, guides), a reasonable amount attributable to such services which we reasonably determine we cannot resell or recoup;
- a fee equal to 20% of the booking value to compensate us for work performed and associated overheads up until the time of cancellation (including work performed in connection with your travel arrangements prior to your booking) and our loss of expected profit; and
- a fee which is the greater of $250 and 5% of the booking value to compensate us for processing the cancellation and any associated refund.
Cancellation fees and charges will not exceed payments received by us at the time of cancellation. If after the application of these fees and charges there is a surplus of payments you have made to us, we will refund this to you within a reasonable time.
You can find our full terms, conditions and cancellation policy here.
