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Reasons to tour with Authentic Italy Adventures

SMALL GROUPS

EXPERT ITALIAN TOUR OPERATOR

TAILOR-MADE & GROUP TOURS FOR EVERYONE, PLUS FUN TRIPS FOR THE 18-39 CROWD.

FLEXIBILITY & CUSTOMIZATION

ENGLISH ONLY

AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCE

FLEXIBLE TOURS, THE RIGHT MIX OF ORGANIZED ACTIVITIES AND FREE TIME

Responsible Tourism

We are committed to promoting responsible and sustainable travel options to ensure that our journeys leave a positive impact on both the environment and local communities. Our approach includes partnering with eco-friendly accommodations, prioritizing public transportation, and collaborating with knowledgeable local guides who share our commitment to cultural preservation. We ....more

Environmental Sustainability

At our company, environmental sustainability is at the core of our values and operations. As a responsible tour operator, we are committed to minimizing our carbon footprint and preserving the beauty of our planet. One significant step we have taken is embracing public transport as the primary mode of transportation ....more

Cultural Preservation

At our company, cultural preservation is not just a commitment; it's a passion that defines our approach to travel. As a tour operator, we take pride in fostering authentic connections between travelers and the rich tapestry of cultures they encounter. Our experienced local guides serve as ambassadors, providing insightful perspectives ....more

Social Responsibility

We believe that responsible tourism extends beyond environmental considerations to encompass the well-being of communities and individuals. Our commitment to human rights is reflected in our partnerships with local communities, ensuring that their cultural integrity is respected and that the benefits of tourism are equitably distributed. We actively engage with ....more

Economic Impact

We actively collaborate with small, local, and traditional businesses, ensuring that the economic benefits of tourism directly contribute to the preservation and continuation of indigenous practices. By prioritizing these partnerships, we strive to protect and celebrate the unique cultural heritage of each destination, recognizing that responsible tourism can be a ....more

Our Company Mission

We believe your travel experience should be fun, knowledgeable and most importantly, authentic. Based on this belief, our company slogan is, “Experience Italy from a local's point of view”, as we strive to offer a genuine, “Italian” experience to our patrons. We want our travellers to bond and create new ....more

What We Offer

Looking to join a small group and explore Italy with like-minded travelers?
Authentic Italy Adventures offers multiday group tours with regular departures—a great way to discover Italy’s hidden gems, guided by locals who know it best. We design multiday experiences that are personal, enriching, and full of hidden gems.

Are you between ....more

Sustainability

Sustainable tours

Our Story

Founder Irene Chimenti began her journey as a guide leading international travelers across Europe. With a passion for her homeland and a desire to create meaningful travel experiences, she returned to Florence to share Italy’s beauty through fun, educational, and authentic tours.

In 2007, she launched Tuscany on a Budget, offering ....more

The Boss

Awards

N° 1 Tripdavisor

How we're working to make you feel COVID-safe on your trip

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Accreditations and Associations

WYSE TRAVEL CONFEDERATION ASSOCIATE

Authentic Italy Adventures Reviews

Chelsea Houghtaling (Google Reviewer)

24-Apr-2023

I cannot say enough good things. Julia was wonderful! The winery's were beautiful and everyone was so kind. The best day of our trip so far. The wine and food were delicious. It was exactly what I'd hoped for in our trip to Italy.

Marion Pagliuco (Google Reviewer)

25-Sep-2023

Vencianzo our guide for the wine/ tuk tuk tour truly made the whole experience so much fun. We walked away with so much knowledge about how the wine is produced and the difference in the wines from the Chianti region . The winery was beautiful , and the wine/ food was amazing. If your looking for a great day with beautiful views , wine and food I highly recommend you book this tour . Angelo too was very kind and helpful with answering our questions while booking our tour.

Jacob Dela Torre

Amalfi Coast Experience 4 days!

13-Mar-2023

Tour was amazing very easy and chill. People were fantastic tour guides were amazing. Collectively it has been the highlight of our trip so far.

Stephanie Mancini

Best of Tuscany 4 days

13-Mar-2023

Tourhub offers an array of excellent tours. They were reliable and professional. I loved the Tuscan tour from Italy on a Budget. Will definitely use Tourhub for all upcoming trips.

Brandon Slade (Google Reviewer)

08-Sep-2023

Ned took us to Pisa and Cinque Terre it was a great trip without having to stress about the trains and transport from place to place he really knew what he was doing, definitely recommend!

Ron

Mamma Mia! - 13 Days/12 Nights

13-Mar-2023

Go and enjoy! You meet the best people and make life long friends! You dont have to worry about any trip planning or not seeing the best places, your tour guide knows all the best spots and makes everything fun!

Girlie Repuyan

Best tour ever!

05-Jan-2023

The experience was very nice! You get a lot for what you pay for and you cover a lot of ground in a few days. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and he did answer all of our questions though and was very helpful in giving suggestions so that's a plus. The camping ground is a good base but the accommodations were very small so maneuvering huge suitcases can be a bit challenging. Highly recommend this tour for solo travelers like myself as it's good value for money. The travel agency was also very responsive when I contacted them via whatsapp when I thought my train was delayed.

Nicolene Vorster (Google Reviewer)

16-Sep-2023

What an amazing trip! Loaded with adventure and breathtaking places! Thank you Meaghan for being so organised and going the extra mile to ensure we had fun!

Renee Sybrandy (Google Reviewer)

11-Jun-2023

Lorenzo was the best tour guide, friendly and fun! We wouldn’t have been able to see Pisa and Cinque Terre all in one day without this tour. He was very efficient and made the trip stress free, there was many train changes. Absolutely must do if you are wanting a day trip from Florence.

Jiska van Amersfoort (Google Reviewer)

21-Jul-2023

Absolutely amazing experience! We did the Grape Escape wine tour during our holiday and it was truly one of the highlights of our stay in Florence. Our tourguide, Ned, was great and was super good in breaking the ice between the group. Both wineries were great, the first was bigger with more wines, and the second was smaller but with absolutely stunning views. We were able to get to know some lovely people from all over the world as well. Could certainly recommend this for anyone looking for a unique way to experience Tuscany and their wines while staying in Florence!

Leia F-R (Google Reviewer)

13-Aug-2023

ROME & AMALFI COAST - 7 Days/ 6 Nights: Our tour guide Meghan was absolutely amazing! The tour was well planned but it was very Go-Go-Go. Almost no time to relax and lotssss of walking. DO NOT GO IN THE STRONG HEAT, and budget more that the told €30 euros a day it will be more expensive. The tour however was good. Our tour guide was kind, happy, always willing to help, and knowledgeable. My Rome section of the tour was amazing, I saw soo much (but again lots of walking) and the Amalfi coast section was great for meeting ppl, and shopping. The accommodation in Rome at the multi share room was great, absolutely no complaints but the campsite in Sorrento for the amalfi coast section was not as good, the AC was barely functioning so I did have to check into a hotel, but there is one right next door so you can still participate in all activities. I think this tour is great and I would have had a really great time if it was not so hot. oh but beware the tour company itself is super bad at communication (at least for the Rome part).

Malaika Felizardo

Rome, Florence, Cinque Terre & Venice in 7 Days

13-Mar-2023

We had so much fun on this tour. It's amazing how much we saw in just a week! We learned a lot about the cultures and different types of food and paintings/architecture which was really cool. Emma/Jean/Francesca were amazing guides :) Pros: - free time to do whatever we want - really affordable - hostels were all good, people were all friendly - the tour guides were locals and really passionate about their city. Overall, it was really memorable and I would recommend it :)

Brett McAteer

Rome & Amalfi Coast 7 days!

13-Mar-2023

Emma and Antonio were beyond incredible. They were fun and informative. They really helped the group gel quickly. The Pompeii tour was fantastic. Our guide was very knowledgeable and shared little details that we would have missed otherwise. Sorrento was my favorite! Emma should us sooooo many beautiful places. Without a doubt, this made for amazing memories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

ARE THE HOSTELS SAFE?

The hostels we collaborate with are very safe in fact in each room you can find a personal locker where you can store your valuable objects and bags. You just need to bring your own lock or sometimes you can hire it directly at the reception.

WILL I RECEIVE MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OUR HOLIDAYS?

Upon receipt of final payment, your trip documentation will be released 20 days prior to your departure containing final details and info about the accommodation . You will aslo receive a day by day itinerary including full details & costs of all optional activities available on your trip.

DO I NEED A VISA?

Depending on your nationality, you may requirevisas to enter Italy.You are fully responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your trip. Italy on a Budget is not legally permitted to knowingly allow anybody who does not have a valid visa to join a trip. Consult your travel agne to determine which visas you require and how to obtain them.

I AM OLDER THAN 39, CAN I STILL JOIN YOUR TOURS?

We promote for a youth market as we have a general audience that often fall into this category. The tours are more fast-paced, budget-minded and includes activities for travellers to meet and connect with other passengers of the same age from all parts of the world who share the same interests, lifestyles and traveling styles. We are not strict with the age limit and people older are always welcom

I AM TRYING TO BOOK A TRIP, BUT THE DATE IT IS NO LONGER SHOWING UP ON THE SITE. WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?

This could either mean that the tour is sold out or that it is no longer possible to book the date online due to the cut off time. If you are interested in a specific departure date e-mail info@italyonabudgettours.com and we will be happy to let you know if we still have available spots for that tour.