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Pesaro, the Italian Capital of Culture 2024

Posted 1 March, 2023 By Dijana

Pesaro, Italy’s best kept secret tourist destination has been chosen by the Minister of Culture, as the Italian Capital of Culture for 2024. Located in Le Marche Region, Pesaro is

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Tour de France to commence in Florence

Posted 24 November, 2023 By Dijana

Featuring three Italian stages, totalling over 600 kilometres, the Grand Dèpart Tour de France is set for 29 June 2024, beginning in Italy. The 111th edition of the Tour leaves from Piazzale Michelangelo in the heart of Florence, onto Turin, through Emilia-Romagna and Via Emilia, and passes through Piedmont before arriving in France.

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Michelangelo’s Secret Room Unveiled

Posted 16 November, 2023 By Dijana

A tiny room discovered in 1975, known as Michelangelo’s “secret room” in the Medici Chapel in Florence’s has opened its doors for an experimental period…

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In the Footsteps of the Grand Tourist

Posted 23 June, 2023 By Dijana

The Grand Tour saw young European men from aristocratic families travel through Europe, with Italy being a key destination, to round off their education and broaden their horizons learning about

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Immerse yourself in beautiful Italy in 2024

Posted 26 April, 2023 By Dijana

Join tour leaders Mario, Gianni and Nina, along with a team of local experts, as they show you the true Italy. Our boutique small group tours venture off the beaten track, away

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Let’s celebrate, National Carbonara Day!

Posted 31 March, 2023 By Dijana

A beloved dish of Roman and Italian cuisine, Pasta alla Carbonara has its own annual event, National Carbonara Day on the 6th April.

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The Dolomites, the most spectacular mountain range in Italy

Posted 21 March, 2023 By Dijana

The Dolomites, a spectacular mountain range in northern Italy featuring (snow-capped) mountains, stunning winding scenic roads and charming little towns

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Friuli Venezia Giulia, and its picturesque capital, Trieste

Posted 22 February, 2023 By Dijana

Friuli Venezia Giulia, located in the northeast of Italy bordering Austria and Slovenia, on arrival doesn’t project the typical Italian landscape, but shows a mix of Austrian and Slovenian influences.

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Destination Termoli: An unexplored Adriatic fishing port

Posted 9 December, 2022 By Dijana

Along the sandy beaches on the Adriatic Coast of Italy you will find the small town of Termoli. Once known as a fishing port, it has now started to grow

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The enchanting coastal village of Cefalu in Sicily

The enchanting coastal village of Cefalu in Sicily is known for its beautiful crescent shaped beach as well as its stunning 12th century Norman Cathedral. Always a favourite stop on our Colours of Sicily small group tour. Check the link in our bio for more info.

One of the most beautiful coastal villages in all

One of the most beautiful coastal villages in all of Italy, Cefalu is a favourite stop on our Colours of Sicily small group tour. Check the link in our bio for more info.

The vibrant streets of Monopoli in Puglia. One of

The vibrant streets of Monopoli in Puglia. One of the jewels of the southern Italian Adriatic Coast. In the warmer months this once traditional fishing village comes alive with movement through its maze of alleyways of the historical centre and ancient port area. This photo was taken from our most recent small group tour the Spectacular South. To find out more check out the link in our bio.

The beautiful seaside town of Termoli on the Adria

The beautiful seaside town of Termoli on the Adriatic Coast of Italy. It's historical centre has a maze of little laneways and small cobbled streets dotted with restaurants, bars and craft shops. It is a favourite stop on our Spectacular South small group tour. Find out more about Termoli or our small groups tour via the link in our bio.

We are now taking bookings for our Colours of Sici

We are now taking bookings for our Colours of Sicily luxury small group tour for 2024. Visit breathtaking UNESCO destinations like Ragusa, Siracusa and Agrigento - experiencing local culture and authentic cuisine. Find out more about this and our other small group tour departures via the link in our bio.

Happy National Carbonara Day! Did you know only fi

Happy National Carbonara Day! Did you know only five ingredients are allowed when preparing an authentic Pasta alla Carbonara. Read our latest blog in our link bio to find out how to create this popular Roman dish. Buon Appetito. 📷: @piagavacooks

Boasting a landscape with deep valleys, rolling hi

Boasting a landscape with deep valleys, rolling hills, olive groves, and terraced vineyards, the Le Marche Region offers a true taste of unspoiled rural settings married with historic medieval towns, rich in culture and a magnificent Adriatic coastline.

Vita Italian Tours plan tailor-made self-drive and chauffeur driven itineraries for travellers to visit this beautiful region. To learn more about the Le Marche region or tailor-made travel, visit the links in our bio

Friuli Venezia Giulia, located in the northeast of

Friuli Venezia Giulia, located in the northeast of Italy, on arrival doesn’t project the typical Italian landscape, but shows a mix of Austrian and Slovenian influences. A picturesque coastal region, it’s one of the least visited regions in Italy, but one that has so much to offer.

Vita Italian Tours plan tailor-made self-drive and chauffeur driven itineraries for travellers to visit this beautiful region. To learn more about the Friuli Venezia Giulia region or tailor-made travel, visit the links in our bio. 📸:@photographybrch

Prepare for spectacular views and dramatic landsca

Prepare for spectacular views and dramatic landscapes when visiting the Dolomites in the north of Italy. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the contrasting landscape projects a unique light show depending on the time of day you visit. Our Northern Lakes & Dolomites small group tour offers a comprehensive visit to this magnificent part of the world. If independent travel is more your style, let us plan a tailor-made self-drive or chauffeur driven private itinerary for you. To read our Blog on the Dolomites or learn more about our tours or tailor-made travel, visit our link bio.

Sitting in the shadow of Mt Etna is Catania, the s

Sitting in the shadow of Mt Etna is Catania, the second largest city on the Mediterranean island of Sicily. Offering travellers an abundance of cultural treasures, incredible markets, street food and fantastic local wine it is a must visit destination. A highlight is almost certainly the narrow streets leading towards and around the historic fish market. They are full of street vedors, bars and restaurants perfect to emmerse yourself in the Catanese lifestyle. Our annual small group tour Colours of Sicily explores not only Catania but the best of Sicily or if independent travel is more your style we tailor make travel itineraries for those wanting a more personal experience. Check out the links in our bio for more information.

The Spanish Steps and the Fontana della Barcaccia

The Spanish Steps and the Fontana della Barcaccia in Rome. Easily one of the most famous and easily recognisable urban landscapes of Italy. Want to find out more about the fountains of Rome? Vita Italian Tours founder Mario takes us on a walking tour of Rome's famous fountains. Check out the link in our bio.

Along the sandy beaches on the Adriatic Coast of I

Along the sandy beaches on the Adriatic Coast of Italy you will find the small town of Termoli. Once a fishing port, it is now starting to grow in popularity as a travel destination beyond locals. Visit the link in our bio to learn about this beautiful unexplored destination.

Gracing many of Italy’s postcards, the 677 year-

Gracing many of Italy’s postcards, the 677 year-old Ponte Vecchio is about to be restored for the first time. Visit the link in our link bio to read about what awaits Florence’s old bridge.

Happy World Pasta Day! Celebrating with a plate o

Happy World Pasta Day!
Celebrating with a plate of Pappardelle ai Funghi Porcini. One of our favourite autumn pasta dishes from our recent Best of Tuscany, Umbria & Le Marche small group tour. Pasta is a staple for Italians everyday and with over 400 different types there are so many to try. Buon appetito!

Slow cooked poached egg with zucchini and asparagu

Slow cooked poached egg with zucchini and asparagus cream with croutons of Matera bread. All local ingredients served with the famous bread from Matera which is prepared using century old traditions from the Sassi area.

One of our favourite dishes from our recent Spectacular South small group tour. For more information on this tour check the link in our bio.

The tranquillity and stunning beauty of Lago di Co

The tranquillity and stunning beauty of Lago di Como in northern Italy.

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We’ve added a second departure for our Spectacul

We’ve added a second departure for our Spectacular South luxury small group tour for 2023. Visit Abruzzo, Puglia and Matera experiencing local culture and authentic cuisine, as well as the diverse landscapes. Find out more in our link bio.

Portofino boosts one of the most unforgettable vie

Portofino boosts one of the most unforgettable views if admiring from a boat on the clear waters. The reflections bouncing off the pastel facades of the building project rich colours and hues. A spectacular sight to see.

Images of the magnificent seaside villiage, Portof

Images of the magnificent seaside villiage, Portofino, grace hundreds of postcards, receieved by family members only dreaming of one day visiting themselves. Portofino is a must-visit.

Love in Portofino, a famous song written in 1958 w

Love in Portofino, a famous song written in 1958 was mostly in Italian, with only the repeating verse, ‘I found my love in Portofino’ in English. A song which inspires love & romance in the Italian Riviera.