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Step off the beaten path and experience a joyful, meaningful immersion in Italian village and family life. Traveling with us is like visiting good friends — who just happen to live in an enchanting medieval village in Umbria.
Soft travel. Slow food. Real connections.
Get ready for your Italian vacation of a lifetime.
Our fully-escorted tours offer an intimate glimpse into the soul of Umbria, the region known as the "green heart of Italy." From our base in the charming medieval hill town, Allerona, you'll find the perfect blend of history, culture, and warmth, ensuring a vacation that transcends the ordinary. Plus, we take care of all the details, including transfers, tours, experiences and most meals.
As a family-owned and managed business with deep roots in the region, our core values of honesty, transparency, and sustainability infuse every aspect of our tours. We believe in supporting our local community and sharing our heritage with guests like you, who yearn for an authentic taste of Italian village life.
From olive harvesting to mushroom foraging, from private family dinners to hands-on artisanal crafts-making, we offer immersive and experiential activities that connect you to the history and traditions of Umbria. Embrace slow travel, relish rich experiences, and discover the hidden corners of our area that only a truly local tour can provide.
Perhaps you shun those generic, one-size-fits-all tours that herd you through museums and monuments with scores of tourists. We’re the opposite of that! We offer immersive experiences that go beyond the beaten path, and experiences you can’t find elsewhere.
Visitors often struggle to connect with the true culture and history of Italy — often because they’re being guided by outsiders who lack intimate knowledge of the region. You’re looking for local expertise and genuine interactions with residents, and experiences that can help you discover the heart of Italy.
Planning a trip to Italy can be time-consuming and overwhelming, especially if you want to stray from the well-trod tourist path. You want a hassle-free experience, where a travel expert takes care of all the details, ensuring a stress-free and well-organized journey.
More and more, travelers are yearning for more than surface-level encounters. You’re seeking a deeper connection with the places you visit and a sense of being welcomed as guests and friends — and not just as tourists passing through.
Many tour operators lead guests to crowded destinations, where they miss out on the charm and tranquility that make Italy so captivating. You are dreaming of a more relaxed and intimate setting, away from the hustle and bustle of mass tourism.
Come experience authentic Italian village life with us!
Our dedicated family, led by Elizabeth Heath and Paolo Marchetti, invites you to explore the authentic Italian village life of Allerona, Umbria. Experience the magic of this enchanting region, with opportunities for cultural encounters, traditional food and wine experiences, and unparalleled insights into the Umbrian way of life. Join us for an unforgettable week of discovery and adventure in the charming villages of Umbria.
