Experience Italy

Val d’Orcia Tuscany

In our first consultation meeting, we’ll discuss your personal interests and the types of experiences you are seeking in your dream vacation. Get inspired by the options below!

Classic Italy

Italy’s major cities are rich in art history, architectural wonders, world-renowned fashion, and Michelin-rated cuisine. If it’s your first time to Italy, you’ll likely want to incorporate a couple of these cities into your itinerary depending on the regions you want to visit.

  • Rome

  • Florence

  • Venice

  • Milan

Incredible Hilltop Towns

Perched high and offering spectacular views of the rolling countryside, not to mention steeped with local history and culture, Italy’s hilltop towns offer insights into the heart of Italy. Some of our favorites include:

  • San Gimignano

  • Montepulciano

  • Montalcino

  • Volterra

  • Pienza

  • Cortona

  • Siena

Coastal Italy

For those interested in a beach vacation, Italy has 4,723 miles of coastline and dozens of islands, dotted with some of the most beautiful beaches and seaside towns in the world. Think cliff-side villages, white sand, and the bluest, clearest waters imaginable. Popular locations include:

  • Liguria (Camogli, Cinque Terre) 

  • Amalfi Coast/Capri/Ischia

  • Sardinia

  • Sicily

  • Calabria

Wine and Food

Think of Italy and you can’t help but think of incredible food and drink: pizza, pasta, bread, olives, cheeses, and meats, all paired expertly with a glass of Italian vino. One of the most popular ways to explore Italy is with a tour of its vineyards and wineries, giving you a chance to experience the signature flavors of the country as well as its incredible landscapes and scenery.

A wide range of wine experiences are possible, from a single winery visit with lunch to an entire vacation centered around wine and food. Key wine regions include:

  • North: Veneto/Lombardy/Piedmont/ Emilia-Romagna

  • Central: Tuscany/Umbria/Lazio

  • South: Campania/Puglia/Calabria/Sicily

Cooking Classes and Food Tours

Italy is one of the most famous culinary hotspots and it’s one of the best countries for foodies! Participating in a cooking class or a food tour in Italy is always a delicious experience and provides a unique opportunity to learn about a region’s culture through its food and have a fun, hands-on experience with your friends and family. Buon appetito!

Outdoor Adventure

Outdoor excursions provide great opportunities to explore the stunning nature that abounds in all regions of Italy while having active fun with your travel partners and burning off all of the amazing food you’ll be indulging in!

Italy offers a wide array of outdoor excursions:

  • Hiking and Climbing

  • Cycling Tours

  • Mountain Biking

  • Golf

  • Skiing

  • Snorkeling and Scuba Diving

  • Boating, Sailing, Kayaking, Wind Surfing

  • River Rafting and Tubing

  • Cave Exploring

  • Hang Gliding

  • Camping

Archaeology Excursions

With a global reputation for showcasing some of the finest Roman remains, it’s little wonder that Italy attracts millions of visitors each year who are interested in learning more about this period of history.

Private archaeological excursions include:

  • Rome (Roman Forum, Domus Aurea)

  • Cerveteri and Tarquinia (Etruscan Tombs)

  • Naples (Pompeii and Herculaneum)

  • Salerno (Paestum)

  • Sicily (Taormina, Valley of the Temples)

  • Ostia (Ostia Antica)

As you can see, there is no shortage of experiences to choose from! Let us know your interests and trust Amici Vacations to design the personalized trip of your dreams. Your vacation, your way!