Experience Italy through the eyes of those who know and love it. A small Italian team designs your trip around you, then stays a WhatsApp message away while you travel.
Every trip is private and fully custom. Use these as a starting point, or combine them, and we will shape the details around you.
12 days · Amalfi Coast, Rome, Florence, Venice
Capri by boat, Pompeii, the Vatican, a Tuscan countryside day and a private boat in the Venice lagoon.
8 days · Palermo, Siracusa, Taormina
Palermo street food, Cefalù and Monreale, Ortigia and Noto, then Taormina, Etna wineries and the Godfather villages.
14 days · Puglia, Calabria, Sicily
Polignano a Mare, Alberobello, Lecce, Matera, Tropea and Mount Etna.
11 days · Maremma, Bolgheri, Cinque Terre
Giglio Island, Saturnia’s thermal baths, Bolgheri wines and a private boat day in the Cinque Terre.
8 days · Florence, Chianti, Siena, Volterra
Moderate 40 to 50 km days through Chianti, San Gimignano and Volterra to the coast.
In their own words, from trips we planned.
“Every day was well planned using experienced drivers and local guides. … I was so happy not to drive and everything was beautifully arranged and curated daily by David. I would highly recommend this group.”
Jeff and Suzan, southern Italy
“He customized our vacation to fit all of my requests. … The drivers and guides he used were knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating for any changes we made on the tour. The hotels he booked were all centrally located and close to wonderful restaurants and sites.”
John and Tiffany
No packages off a shelf. One conversation, one designer, one plan that fits.
Dates, pace, interests and budget. A short form or a call is enough to start.
Your trip designer builds a day-by-day plan with hotels, drivers, guides and experiences, and refines it with you.
Once you land, Francesco and the team are on WhatsApp around the clock for anything you need.
An Italian, family-run teamTrip designers based in Florence, Umbria and Rome who know the places they send you.
A real person, day and night24/7 WhatsApp concierge for the whole of your trip, not a call centre.
Fully private and customPrivate drivers, guides and hand-picked hotels, built around your travel style.
Built for North American travellersWe understand what you expect, from transfers to time zones.
“I was fortunate enough to be born in the beautiful region of Tuscany … My childhood in Italy was truly magical.”
David Tonazzini, founder
Message our team on WhatsApp at +39 388 486 9762. A member of the team replies personally.
From the Dolomites to Sicily, plus Croatia, Switzerland and France for multi-country trips.
A small team, so you always know who you are talking to.
David TonazziniFounder & OwnerStarted Thrill of Italy to share his love of Italy and its culture. His vision guides every itinerary.
FrancescoTrip Designer & ConciergeTurns ideas into planned itineraries, and is your main 24/7 contact while you travel.
AnnaTrip Designer & CoordinatorPlans and coordinates personalised trips so each one reflects your preferences.
MarinaTrip Designer & CoordinatorOrganises the details that make each journey feel personal.
Tell us your dates and what you love. Your trip designer will reply with ideas and a first proposal.
12-Day Best of Italy
