Custom Self-Driving Tours of Italy

We had a wonderful family vacation to Sestri Levante (Cinque Terre)and Rome. We were very thankful to have had a local specialist plan this trip with knowledge about which activities would work best for all members of our family. We enjoyed our stay in Sestri Levante, away from crowds, yet still on Ligurian sea and an easy trip to explore the 5 towns of Cinque Terre. We loved the restaurants there and we even ended up adding a local cooking experience to our stay in Sestri Levante at Trattoria da Turin. We would highly recommend the pasta experience to others. Family friendly, wonderful staff, and getting to eat our completed pastas at the end. We had to cancel our boat tour due to the changes in location (weather was windy and sea was choppy) but we very much appreciated Leslie’s help in making this happen. Sometimes we realize that things won’t work out as well on a trip and it was nice to have a knowledgeable person helping along the way. Ending our stay in Rome felt like it would be rushed, but we enjoyed all of the tours and recommendations that Leslie coordinated. The Coleseum/Roman forum tour was excellent and even our youngest was entertained by the information shared by our tour guide, Gigi. He was personable, knowledgeable, and comedic. The Vatican/Sistine chapel tour was an experience we were glad to have done but we did find that we were more tired during this time and the tour was probably a little long for the 10 year old. Our tour guide, Patricia, did her best to share info on the highlights and was helpful at end of tour in sharing recommendations. My family would probably say the bike tour to Apian
Way was the highlight of the trip. I also enjoyed the bike tour but I was slightly nervous about using e bikes in the city. Our tour guide, Alessandro was conscientious of this and helped us feel safe. He also shared interesting facts along the way. We enjoyed our stays in both hotels and how each one had a very different feel. It was great to have transportation to various locations figured out for us so we did not have to spend too much time figuring out tickets and transfers. Overall a great and memorable trip and we are happy we went with booking through KimKim.

Hotel Review

Hotel Due Mari

Sestri Levante

Enjoyed the character of the hotel.

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Activity Reviews

Colosseum & Ancient Rome Tour with Roman Forum

Rome

Excellent tour guide, Gigi!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Gigi was knowledgeable, personable and fun. He made the experience relatable for all in our group, even the 10 year old.

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Appian Way & Catacombs By E-Bike

Rome

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We had an incredible trip to Italy!!! Every guide we had- Giarda in Venice, Ezgi in Florence, Jessica in Florence, Francisco at Pompei- were all fantastic. They were knowledgeable and engaging and so much fun!! All of our drivers were prompt and courteous and the Tuscany wine tour with Andrea was absolutely breathtaking and delicious!!! Fabio, our trip planner, was perfect. He was thorough and so responsive when we had any questions. He was always helpful and our trip was flawlessly planned and exactly what we wanted. I would recommend his services to anyone traveling to Italy 1000%!!!!

Activity Reviews

Sorrento Coast and Capri Boat Tour from Positano

Italy

Antonio and Giovanni were absolutely the best first mate and captain!! We had so much fun and learned a lot while touring on the boat to Capri! Interesting and very entertaining!!

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Full-Day Private Tour of Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius, with Lunch at a Winery at the Foot of the Volcano

Italy

Excellent day trip! Francisco was a great guide at Pompei and so knowledgeable.

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Food

The lunch at the winery was exceptional as were the wines!

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Val D’Orcia & Brunello Wine Tour with Lunch and Two Wine Tastings

Italy

The entire day was absolutely beautiful and the wineries were spectacular. Andrea was charming and so very knowledgeable. Highly recommend this adventure- magnifico!!

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The tastings and knowledge of the winery staff were exceptional.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Andrea was so knowledgeable and interesting- perfect driver and guide

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Renaissance Walking Tour of Florence with David

Florence

Jessica was very knowledgeable about the city history and art. Very good walking tour and very informative.

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Florence Food Tour

Florence

Ezgi was very fun and the food was delicious!!

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Venice Gondola Ride

Venice

My only complaint is it was too short!! Had a great time!!

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Venice Food Tour

Venice

Giada was so much fun and the tour was interesting and very tasty!!

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Rome in a Day Tour with Colosseum and Vatican Museums

Rome

We had an amazing tour and learned so much!! Carolina was so knowledgeable and so interesting!!

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Everyone we had was great..Bogdan in Rome was so passionate and informative about the art and history, Hilaria introduced us to great Rome food, Valentina gave us a excellent intro to Florence art, Ezgi's private food, Gelato and wine windows tour really highlighted the Best of Florence, Marco showed us Venice with great tips, Guida shared so many hidden gems during our private tour and took time to map out out places for us to go, and Carlos' food tour of Venice was some of the best food of our trip! In addition, the two standouts for us were Luca and Erika's Tuscan cooking class and our private days with Andrea. He took so much time to explain everything to us and his personal connections to the area and wineries made it truly special.

Fabio's attention to detail made us feel so cared for and we loved that so many of our guides and pick up/transfers knew Fabio personally.

Hotel Reviews

Hotel Sant'Antonin

Venice

Right on little waterway, beautiful garden meal area, close to St. Marco square in the Castello neighborhood with lots of restaurants. Front desk helpful with concert tickets.

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Issue with bath toilet and shower but staff quickly fixed it

Corte dei Sogni Boutique Hotel & Spa

Lots of USB charging ports, modern feel but in quaint older location, close to train station, near Mercado and restaurants

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Fresh made scrambled eggs to order

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Hotel Cellini

Rome

Great hotel in good location, nice buffet breakfast

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Quieter street, close to train area and central to most sites

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Activity Reviews

Venice Food & Wine Tasting Tour

Venice

Carlos was great! You could tell he loved his city and the food. Best food of our tours.

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Food

Everything and best Gelato of our whole trip!!

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Venice in a Day Combo Tour with Gondola Ride

Venice

It was an informative tour of Venice. Some of our group got lost so you have to keep up. Marco was great about taking photos of us during the tour.

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Jewish Heritage Walking Tour: Cannaregio and Venice’s Historic Ghetto

Venice

We weren't able to take this exact tour as it wasn't available but our private time with Guida was so informative and we felt like we were in on the secreta of Venice.

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Tuscany Day Trip to Siena & San Gimignano | Lunch & Wine Tasting Included

Florence

Andrea again showed us amazing Tuscany. He gave us tips for our self guided walks through Siena and San Gimignano. The winery lunch was out of a fairy tale.

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Florence Food Tour

Florence

Ezgi was great. She took the time to make the perfect tour combining our love of Gelato and wine! It would be great to get a written list of places we visited or are suggested at end of tour as it is hard to write as we go.

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Skip-The-Line Uffizi Gallery Ticket

Florence

It was hard to figure out at first as there is no longer a door 3 and no need to find it. We just needed to get in line

Florence Cooking Class and Lunch at a Farmhouse in Tuscany with Local Market Tour

Florence

Luca was so animated and really brought the Mercado to life. We learned so much during the class and the food was great!

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Food

All of it! Bruschetta was so fresh and we still talk about it. We plan to make several dishes now at home!

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Val D’Orcia & Brunello Wine Tour with Lunch and Two Wine Tastings

Italy

Andrea was great, so knowledgeable and personable. We loved Pienza. The winery tours were great. Well organized and professional and was good for someone from the wine industry as well as for someone who doesn't drink.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Andrea was superb. He was a highlight of our trip!

Transport

I am a nervous passenger and always felt safe.

Best of Florence and David by Michelangelo | Small Group

Florence

Valentina was very personable and made the art and artists come alive

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Rome in a Day Tour with Colosseum and Vatican Museums

Rome

This was a great intro to Roman art and history but was exhausting! Bogdan was very passionate and informative

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One of the drivers was stuck in traffic and late

Trastevere Local Food Tour

Rome

It would be great to get a written list of places we visited or are suggested at end of tour as it is hard to write as we go

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Food

The Gelato was a bit icey for us

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