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I cannot stop raving about the experience we had using Cultural Italy as our travel agency. It almost felt too good to be true when they first responded back to my inquiry but in fact the travel agents were unbelievably responsive, professional, and invested in the trip we were trying to plan. Every single detail of what they planned exceeded our expectations and led to the trip of a lifetime I am sure all the agents are amazing but we were particularly fortunate to have Franca w r Fiorella plan our trip. The guides on our Various tours each day were so knowledgable. The accommodations they suggested were exquisite and they planned the perfect amount of sightseeing within our window of time that we had to be away from home. I’m already sad to be home and it’s only been a little over a week!!! I was so apprehensive about traveling abroad and they made it such an easy experience. I am truly forever thankful for their guidance!

I can not say enough wonderful things about how fabulous Cultural Italy made our trip. My husband and I went to Italy for our 35th Wedding Anniversary celebration and Manuela nailed it! She was attentive to my input and truly help create "The Trip of a Lifetime." We have traveled quite a bit in the past but have not utilized a professional agency like Cultural Italy before, but now I can't imagine having been able to accomplish anything like our Italian experience. Manuela really listened to the activities and attractions that we were interested in and came through with amazing results. Our private drivers were all professional, punctual and personable. I was thrilled that my husband actually relaxed without worry about transportation or times to get us where we needed to be. Starting in Venice we loved the Jewish Ghetto walking tour, it was yummy & educationally informative. In Florence we loved everything and our day trip with a private driver to Assisi was amazing, but my ultimate day was our 4-hour e-bike tour. This is a must for anyone wanting a great view and history of the area. Our guide was so friendly I felt like I was riding with my daughter's friend! This particular day concluded with a pasta making class. The group of fellow chefs was diverse with the hosts on the Tuscan farm so fun, it felt like cooking at your Italian cousins home. By far I will have to say that ALL of the accommodations in Venice, Florence, Montepulciano and Chianti were amazing beyond my expectations. All very unique, authentic properties with friendly helpful staff and each boutique accommodation served ample, delicious breakfasts. Tuscany was the highlight of our Italian visit, as we are avid red wine connoisseurs and these 5 days were enough to make me move to Italy! The entire Cultural Italy team ensured all details, big and small were perfectly executed. Thank you all for the most Fabulous trip of my travel life experiences!!

Three years in a row, we have used Cultural Italy for our private tour trips to Italy. Each trip has been fantastic. We love the way they allow us to organize the trip in terms of what we want to see, when we want to see it, and how long we want to be in a place. For example, this May we went to Bologna, then Modena, then Parma, then Florence. Every transfer was perfect. Every Hotel was better than the other. And every excursions was what we wanted and we enjoyed them all. If you want a full day of activities, they'll provide it. If you want 3 hours, they'll provide it. If you want to learn how to make mozzarella, they'll take you to a place that will show you hands on! I have nothing bad to say. Great organization and great people to work with. You decide your itinerary. They lay it out. You tweak it. And, voila! you're doing exactly what you want. All at a fair price.

Our travel consultant, Marcella, put together an amazing 20-night itinerary with details on each and every location and activity. Every aspect of our trip went so smoothly - private transfers, accommodations, train tickets, excursions, museum tickets, private guides, and more. She and her staff were available to help at any hour while we were in Italy, but we only had one instance when we needed assistance and she was on top of the situation immediately. Our 4-star accommodations were superb in every city we stayed - Venice, Varenna, Monterosso, Florence, Gaiole in Chianti and Rome. We were especially pleased with the private guides we had in Florence and Rome. They helped us focus on the highlights and get us through the crowds. We were also very satisfied with the small group tours in Venice and Rome. We found all of our guides to be knowledgeable and passionate about their cities. Marcella also suggested some food-related activities that we may not have considered. The pasta making class and wine tasting at Castello di Meleto in Tuscany was way more fun than we expected! Also, the evening food tour in Trastavere, Rome was a highlight. The location, guide, and food were all excellent! There's so much to see in Italy so we will definitely be going back and we will gladly work with Cultural Italy on our next trip.

Wonderful experience with Cultural Italy. Exceeded Expectations in every facet.

Fiorella and Franca coordinated our first European trip to Paris, Florence and day trips to Venice and Cinque Terre. Included were Private transfers round trip from airports to hotels and the Florence train station. They coordinated for us both a Private tour guide with and without a driver and two small group tours. They listened to our needs and tailored the itinerary to best match it by implementing their expertise. They were detailed in each step of the process and impeccable follow-up from start to finish, including the day of departure and after our return home. The result was a FABULOUS trip that was seamless and stress-free. They paired us with top-notch guides who were a good match for us in personalities as well, which made the trip extra special. Each guide and driver were reliable, professional, cared about us, and passionate about their city and work. The experience with Cultural Italy to entrust them with developing a personalized trip for us was one of the best decision we made. Fiorella, Franca, and Cultural Italy are exceptional!

Pia was a great coordinator for our trip. We knew we were going to Italy (my daughter's wedding), however, after that we were all over the place as a couple for the next 10 days. We were everywhere from the UK to Prague. Pia spoke with me, and then separately with my wife. She then made a suggested itinerary. We would never have considered Tropea, Matera, or Alberobello. After returning home, we both agree there was no other places we would have rather gone. Best trip we ever took. We had amazing guides, stayed in amazing B&Bs, and saw amazing things. So glad we went this route.

Our trips to Italy and Sicily have been more then anyone could have imagined. Manuela and Cultural Italy went above and beyond our expectations. My travel group have used them twice and many friends were also recommended by us to have them arrange their trips and came home with nothing but raves. Looking forward to our next trip planned by Manuela B and Cultural Italy.