We specialize in only one destination - Italy!
Our company offers special event ticket packages and tours, cruises, cruise land excursions, chartered sailing vacations, culinary tours, day tours, plus a series of culturally combined Italian Language programs. Since inception in 1999, we have offered these programs and services to only one destination - Italy!
Our special event packages combine the pleasure of travel in Italy with an historic festival or cultural event. We believe this combination provides an exciting way to not only experience the country, but to gain a better understanding of its people and their traditions. Our special events include the Palio of Siena, the Carnival in Venice and Italian opera featured at Milan's famed La Scala or the summer performances in Verona's 2000 year old Roman Arena.
For the more adventurous traveler, we offer our sailing yacht cruises and sailing charter vacations. You can choose to cruise the Italian Mediterranean on a 228-passenger sailing yacht, or charter a 45' sail boat comfortable for 6 sailing enthusiasts. With either option, you will find a whole new way to experience Italy, while you visit the country's beautiful islands and scenic coastal regions.
We look forward to helping you Experience the Best of Italy!
What they are saying - About Us
Customer Comments
" ..Everything was first class: the hotels were excellent, well located, good breakfasts... We were most welcomed, and we appreciated the extra effort by the hotel staffs. Our walking tour guides were very personable, knowledgable, and very entertaining. They had tips and suggestions for the next few days on our own. The highlights we will remember the most were the operas in the historic Roman amphitheatre in Verona....the staging of Aida was spectacular! "
N. Branch - Opera Tour August 2011
" we had a great time - the Palio lived up to its billing - what an extraordinary spectacle in every sense of the word, right down to the last lap drama. Can't imagine a thing you might have done differently; the "mix-up" was just that and not worth mentioning - you responded like a real pro. Thanks for arranging for our (restaurant) reservation, our post-race dinner was a fitting conclusion to a great trip.... all the best "
N. Farrell - Palio August 2011
" It was great!...Seats were perfect...thanks for everything...Hope to do it again soon."
D. McNally - Palio July 2011
" We had a GREAT holiday. The hotel was absolutely lovely. Great position, great rooms and facilities and the most attentive and knowledgeable staff it has EVER been my privilege to experience. We loved all the events and you and your staff are real treasures. Yes we would come back and we would go on other trips you organize."
R. Bridges - Venice Carnival March 2011
" I want to thank you for arranging one of the most memorable trips we have experienced. We thoroughly enjoyed it... Italy is one of those countries that has so much to offer, and I am sure we will visit again in the future. We especially appreciate that you personally took us touring the Tuscan countryside... Thank you very very much."
T. Chang - Opera Tour / Tuscan Tour July 2010
" Thank you ... The Palio Tour was fantastic. We spent 2.5 weeks in Italy.. The entire vacation was wonderful, but without question, our favorite experience was the Palio Tour. We felt fortunate to have been invited to the Contrada dinner, and thrilled when our Contrada (Selva) won the Palio. The best part were our grandstand seats. From our location I could see the entire race and especially the finish which ended right in front of us... I commend you on the organization and activities that you arranged on this tour. Without question, I would strongly recommend the tour. Good luck in August!."
R. DeForno - Palio July 2010
" My Vatican tour experience was great. Our Tour guide was interesting, fun and really kept our attention. I’d definitely go again."
D. DeLuke - Day Tour / Vatican Tour July 2010
" We had a SUPER time at the Palio...WOW!!! Many of our friends are anxious to hear our exciting report...I'm sure some will become new Palio Tours customers in the near future...thank you for a great adventure...the hightlight of my 2 weeks."
E. Dolinar - Palio July 2010
" My daughters and I had a wonderful time at the Palio. We enjoyed all of the activities. The Contrada Dinner and the Contrada Tour were a must. As was the Reception and of course The Palio. We enjoyed the tour and friendship of your tour guides, Frederica and Chiara. I wouldn't change a thing as it was all great.... ."
C. Phillips - Palio July 2010
" We just returned from your Opera tour ....we wanted to say thank you for a job well done! Everything worked just as you said it would. The accommodations were excellent. My wife and I will certainly recommend your services."
L.S. MacDonald - Opera Tour August 2009
" You have it set up in such a way that it is easy to function on one's own and be comfortable doing so. If you need anyone to verify how wonderful your Palio package is, you can give them my email address."
A. Shippey - Palio July 2009
" All of us were so pleased to have spent time with you in Siena for the Palio. You really took care of us...the past 2 weeks highlight was the week we spent in Italy, thanks to your efforts..."
L. Berlin - Palio/Tuscany July 2008
" Many thanks for all your help...and to arrange our visit to Carnival. looking forward to seeing you in Venice during the week so we can say thanks in person!"
L. Laue - Venice Carnival December 2007
Press & News
Italian American Chamber of Commerce - "A Medieval Tradition still ALIVE" - June 2010
New York Observer - "Special Travel Edition" - March 2010
Agent Life Magazine - "Cradle of the Renaissance" - December 2009
New York Observer - "Travel Supplement" - November 2009
