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Storywalking sprang from Jessica Proietti’s yearlong exploration of Italy top to bottom, delving into unusual urban and rural attractions, sights, crafts, workshops, kitchens - out-of-the-way places that tourism generally ignores. With tours throughout Italy, Storywalking operates under the premise that most people prefer unhurried, satisfying immersive experiences to viewing Italy from a van! Guided by personable experts, clients come to know Italy’s creative heart and passionate soul, exploring its nooks and crannies while listening to commentary and stories that bring places to life. Details are everything in this anecdotal approach. It leans more to illuminating the present and the past and less to recitations of building dimensions, dates and genealogies.

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Recent Trip Reviews for Storywalking

Great Italy Kimkim Team
Italy | Oct 9 - Oct 14, 2025

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Stephen W.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Jessica and her Italy Kimkim team put together and helped execute an awesome vacation. The private tours were amazing and the private transfers perfect. Read more

Jessica and her Italy Kimkim team put together and helped execute an awesome vacation. The private tours were amazing and the private transfers perfect.

Hotel Reviews
Parlamento Boutique Hotel
Rome

Clean, comfortable and nicely decorated. Very nice staff and good breakfast buffet.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to major tour spots.
Staff
Very friendly and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ai Mori d'oriente
Venice

Wow, this is a come-back-to place! Gorgeous decoration, quiet, and comfortable.

Authenticity & Character
Beautifully decorated.
Location
Staff
Most friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
VOI Donna Camilla Savelli
Rome

Elegant and great food.

Activity Reviews
Private Early Morning Vatican Tour
Private Early Morning Vatican Tour
Italy

This trip was absolutely amazing. Even the the basilica and square were closed for Jubilee, our guide spent extra time making the Sistine Chapel come alive.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Day Trip with Lunch
Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Day Trip with Lunch
Rome

Great transportation, guides and spectacular history.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Colosseum Tour Including Roman Forum
Private Colosseum Tour Including Roman Forum
Rome

Rich history content that flowed together and great tips for follow on spots to visit.

Private Rome Food Tour
Private Rome Food Tour
Rome

This was the best food tour we did on our vacation and there were many.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guide was very engaging and shared cooking secrets!
Venice at Sunset: Cicchetti, Food & Wine Tour
Venice at Sunset: Cicchetti, Food & Wine Tour
Venice

Great food and great culinary insights.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Walking Tour with St Mark’s & Gondola Ride in Venice
Private Walking Tour with St Mark’s & Gondola Ride in Venice
Venice
Local specialist: Jessica Proietti
Jessica
Jessica Proietti
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Oct 29, 2025

Dear Stephen,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your vacation and that everything — from the private tours to the transfers — was perfect.
It was truly a pleasure to help design your Italian journey!

Arrivederci until next time!

18 days in Italy without the headaches..
Italy | Oct 8 - Oct 24, 2025

Matt
Matt W.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

The confidence and security provided by the KimKim platform was outstanding... The passion and experience of Arianna (Storywalking partner of KimKim) was very evident in the selection of Hotels, Tours and pacing of the itinerary... The entire process went together like a new set of LEGOS.... Location of Hotels that provided walking access to scheduled tours and restaurants... Drivers that were on time or earlier... Daily communications with mobile tickets for Trains and Tours was all seamless... Travel is typically stressful... KimKim eliminated so much of it... We highly recommend.

Local specialist: Arianna Zampieri
Arianna
Arianna Zampieri
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Oct 28, 2025

Dear Matt and Kathe,
Thanks a lot for your review!
We’re thrilled to hear that your trip went so smoothly and that you felt confident and supported throughout the entire journey. We are also pleased to know our careful planning, hotel selections, and itinerary pacing made your experience seamless and enjoyable. And that you appreciated our daily communication and reliable drivers who helped make your travels stress-free.
It was a pleasure creating this adventure for you, and we hope to welcome you back to Italy soon!
Arianna & the Storywalking Team

The trip of a lifetime went flawlessly!
Italy | Oct 14 - Oct 24, 2025

Jennifer
Jennifer V.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Our recent trip to Italy from Venice, Florence, and Rome to Positano went better than I ever could have imagined! My mother and I planned this trip with Eirini’s expert help. She provided invaluable experience and suggestions. I found her to be very thorough and quick to reply when I had questions. Every tour, accommodation and transfer met or exceeded our expectations! Even more important than the pre-trip planning, I found the responsiveness during our trip the best part. Each day, I was... Read more

Our recent trip to Italy from Venice, Florence, and Rome to Positano went better than I ever could have imagined! My mother and I planned this trip with Eirini’s expert help. She provided invaluable experience and suggestions. I found her to be very thorough and quick to reply when I had questions. Every tour, accommodation and transfer met or exceeded our expectations! Even more important than the pre-trip planning, I found the responsiveness during our trip the best part. Each day, I was sent a message with the itinerary for the next day with links to each ticket we might need. When I had questions or concerns, my messages were answered immediately and expertly. I would not hesitate to use this service again and wholeheartedly recommend them!

There are a few outstanding people and tours I want to specifically mention. First, our tour guide in Venice was absolutely amazing! Sarah was so friendly and hospitable. We felt like family by the time we were finished! We came to love Venice thanks to her unique insight. She was top notch!

Next, our tour guide in Florence—Elena from Walks Italy—did an excellent job. Even better was our cooking class with Alberto! This was probably the highlight of the trip and most definitely one of our best meals. We so thoroughly enjoyed this experience and loved our interaction with him!

In Rome, we considered ourselves so fortunate to meet Linda from Liv Tours, the tour guide for the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. She was phenomenal and gave a tour with the perfect balance of humor, personality and information. I felt like the size of this group was perfect (only 6 of us).

In Pompeii, our tour guide was also incredible, although his name eludes me. We loved our time in Pompeii!

Last but not least, our suite in Positano was absolutely amazing! I was dubious about it since I had had my heart set on a really upscale hotel that I couldn’t afford. But the Imperati Suites exceeded every expectation I had. It was the cutest place I’ve ever stayed with the most amazing view, the most relaxing shower and a breakfast that blew us away. As if that were not enough, the host, Katia, made it even better. She was so attentive and helpful throughout our stay. I can not sing the praises of this place enough. And the little restaurant nearby (Mediterranio) was our favorite of the whole trip, so we went twice! I am so grateful that Eirini recommended this accommodation as a more budget friendly option. I can’t imagine we would have enjoyed anywhere else as much as we enjoyed our stay here!

As I said before, each transfer and train ride went flawlessly and we were so appreciative that we had all those logistics worked out ahead of time! Thank you so much for providing excellent service and clear communication throughout so we were free to enjoy every moment of this spectacular trip! We will treasure our time in Italy forever!

Hotel Reviews
Imperati Suites
Positano

Absolutely the star of the trip in terms of accommodations! So cute, incredible views, amazing breakfast, and wonderful hostess, Katia. My mom said it was the best shower she’s ever had! We could’ve stayed here all week!

Authenticity & Character
Charm galore!
Location
10 minute stroll into town with cute shops along the way. Our favorite restaurant right outside.
Staff
Katia was amazing and so lovely!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Five star breakfast!
Casa Montani Hotel
Rome

This room was nice, bigger than expected and very clean. The breakfast was lovely and we found the host to be exceptionally kind and informative. We appreciated the elevator and would not have enjoyed lugging our suitcases up those steps! The location was perhaps the only drawback, as it was a good 40-45 minute walk from both the Colosseum and the Vatican. I’m not sure if there is a better location, but we ended up needing taxis and Ubers several times.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Something slightly more centrally located
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ca' dei Proverbi Suites
Venice

This was probably our least favorite accommodation, although there was nothing too much to complain about. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the breakfast was delicious! The breakfast attendant/housekeeper was so friendly and we enjoyed her hospitality. The steps up to the suite were a challenge and the room was a little stuffy and warm. That necessitated we open the windows, which let in some insects that bit me during the night. I had a 8 bites on my hand and two on my face. I didn’t feel like it was a big deal, it a fan could’ve helped a bit instead of leaving the windows open. We asked for a fan but never got it. We liked the location and the shower. Felt the room decor was just blah. All in all, just not our favorite, but not bad either.

Authenticity & Character
Location
It felt like it was in an authentic location, and not in the touristy part of the city
Staff
They were friendly and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Naples to the Amalfi Coast or Amalfi Coast to Naples - Pompeii en Route
Naples to the Amalfi Coast or Amalfi Coast to Naples - Pompeii en Route
Italy

Our driver and tour guide were both top notch. I have forgotten our guide’s name (I want to say Mario, but I’m not sure).

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Highlights of the Vatican & Sistine Chapel Tour
Highlights of the Vatican & Sistine Chapel Tour
Italy

We loved our guide, Linda! She was amazing at her job. So funny, informative and kept us at a great pace the whole time. Would definitely do a tour with her anytime!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Colosseum Tour Including Roman Forum
Private Colosseum Tour Including Roman Forum
Rome

This was our least favorite tour. I don’t want to be harsh because it was mostly due to a crisis back home we were dealing with. We really could t enjoy the tour or focus on it bc we were so consumed with worry about the crisis at home. Filomena was super knowledgeable and accommodating to our needs. We found her accent sometimes hard to understand and it required a lot of attention and effort to keep up. We enjoyed our time, it just was a bad day for us.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Uffizi Gallery Skip the Line Entrance Tickets
Uffizi Gallery Skip the Line Entrance Tickets
Florence

We enjoyed the gallery. I downloaded an app that provided information which we enjoyed and I thought enhanced the visit since we didn’t have a guide.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Best of Florence Walking Tour with David & the Duomo
Best of Florence Walking Tour with David & the Duomo
Florence

We really enjoyed this tour! Elena was a great guide. She was informative and insightful. The group was a bit too large for our taste, but now we know!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Cooking Class with Dinner in the heart of Florence
Cooking Class with Dinner in the heart of Florence
Florence

This was the highlight of the trip! We had our chef, Alberto, all to ourselves and made the most delicious and authentic meal. We will treasure this experience but years to come!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Venice Walking Tour with St. Marks Basilica Access
Venice Walking Tour with St. Marks Basilica Access
Italy

Sarah was an exceptional guide! We felt like family by the time it was over and fell in love with Venice

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Venice Gondola Ride
Venice Gondola Ride
Venice

Easy to find, lovely and enjoyable ride. There wasn’t any narration provided but it was fun!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Eirini Daouka
Eirini
Eirini Daouka
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Oct 31, 2025
Dear Jennifer, Thank you so very much for your wonderful and detailed review! It truly warms my heart to know that your journey through Venice, Florence, Rome, and Positano was everything you dreamed of, and more. It was such a joy helping you and your mother plan this special trip, and I’m delighted to hear that each part of your experience exceeded your expectations. I’m especially happy that you enjoyed meeting so many of our amazing local partners, from Sarah in Venice to Elena and... Read more

Dear Jennifer,

Thank you so very much for your wonderful and detailed review! It truly warms my heart to know that your journey through Venice, Florence, Rome, and Positano was everything you dreamed of, and more. It was such a joy helping you and your mother plan this special trip, and I’m delighted to hear that each part of your experience exceeded your expectations.

I’m especially happy that you enjoyed meeting so many of our amazing local partners, from Sarah in Venice to Elena and Alberto in Florence, Linda in Rome, and the wonderful hosts in Positano. They each take such pride in sharing their love for Italy, and it means so much to hear how deeply their hospitality touched you.

Thank you as well for your kind words about the daily support and communication during your travels. Knowing that you felt fully cared for throughout your journey is the best reward I could ask for.

We will all treasure your kind feedback and look forward to welcoming you back to our beloved Italy. Until then, grazie mille and arrivederci!

Amazing trip. The daily communication is out...
Italy | Oct 9 - Oct 19, 2025

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Rick A.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
Amazing trip. The daily communication is outstanding (story walking team) they were very responsive to all of our questions and helped us with trip details like restaurants and side excursions. This kind of service really differentiate kim kim from other travel firms we have used. Our driver for most of the trip was Ezio. Very kind and responsive. We learned how to bridge the language barrier eventually. Our one snafu was handled very well with reimbursement for the expense we incurred... Read more

Amazing trip. The daily communication is outstanding (story walking team) they were very responsive to all of our questions and helped us with trip details like restaurants and side excursions. This kind of service really differentiate kim kim from other travel firms we have used. Our driver for most of the trip was Ezio. Very kind and responsive. We learned how to bridge the language barrier eventually. Our one snafu was handled very well with reimbursement for the expense we incurred processed quickly. Our guide for the Mt etna was fabulous as was the boat trip captain. Hotels were beautiful
This is the 4th time we have used kim kim and won't be our last!!

Hotel Reviews
Hilton Rome Airport Hotel
Fiumicino
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Algilà Ortigia Charme Hotel
Syracuse
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Grand Hotel De La Ville
Sorrento
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Condominio Monti Boutique Hotel
Rome
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Doric Boutique Hotel
Agrigento
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private Valley of the Temples Tour
Private Valley of the Temples Tour
Italy

Our guide was very informative and spoke English very well.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Driver at your Disposal
Private Driver at your Disposal
Taormina

Ezio was able to get us through some very narrow streets

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Boat Trip along the Taormina Coast
Private Boat Trip along the Taormina Coast
Taormina

Very enjoyable day. We were able to change the time to avoid weather. Captain was very nice and accommodating.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Mount Etna Wine Tour – Etna Wine Tasting
Mount Etna Wine Tour – Etna Wine Tasting
Italy
Quality of Experience
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Fabulous guide
Transport
Naples to the Amalfi Coast or Amalfi Coast to Naples - Pompeii en Route
Naples to the Amalfi Coast or Amalfi Coast to Naples - Pompeii en Route
Italy
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Appian Way & Catacombs By E-Bike
Appian Way & Catacombs By E-Bike
Rome

. Not what I expected. Had to ride through traffic to get there. Very stressful

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Rome in a Day Tour: Including Vatican, Colosseum & Historic Center
Rome in a Day Tour: Including Vatican, Colosseum & Historic Center
Rome
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Arianna Zampieri
Arianna
Arianna Zampieri
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Oct 27, 2025

Dear Anton family,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing trip and that our team’s communication and support made your experience smooth and enjoyable. It’s great to know that our trusted guides and selected hotels all contributed to memorable moments along the way. We also appreciate your kind words about how we handled the small hiccup — we always strive to resolve issues quickly and with care. We can’t wait to welcome you back for your next Italian adventure!
Arianna & the Storywalking Team

Our trip to Milan and northern Italy was fantastic!
Italy | Sep 30 - Oct 11, 2025

Warren
Warren G.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025

Our trip to Milan and northern Italy was fantastic. I arranged the itinerary with Eirini over time, and she was most helpful and accommodating. All our guides were just great! In addition to being licensed and professional, they were all engaging and personable and knowledgeable--Laura in Bergamo, Eleanor in Brescia, Patrizia in Lake Como, Salvatore in Turin and Beatrice at the Palace of Venaria. We had no problems with train tickets and museum and ferry passes. The trip went very well, so I highly recommend Kim Kim, and will likely use them again. Thank you Kim Kim!

Local specialist: Eirini Daouka
Eirini
Eirini Daouka
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Oct 31, 2025
Dear Warren, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic time exploring Milan and Northern Italy. It was truly a pleasure planning this itinerary with you, and I’m so happy to know that everything — from the guides to the train and museum arrangements — ran smoothly.
We’re also thrilled to hear your kind words about our local guides. They take great pride in sharing their knowledge and passion for their regions, and I’ll be sure to...
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Dear Warren,

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic time exploring Milan and Northern Italy. It was truly a pleasure planning this itinerary with you, and I’m so happy to know that everything — from the guides to the train and museum arrangements — ran smoothly.
We’re also thrilled to hear your kind words about our local guides. They take great pride in sharing their knowledge and passion for their regions, and I’ll be sure to pass along your appreciation to each of them.
We can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Italy.
Arrivederci from the whole Storywalking team!

Very helpful!
Italy | Oct 1 - Oct 10, 2025

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Aubrey R.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025
Eirini was very helpful and very responsive throughout the entire planning process. She was able to make changes to our trip without trouble and provided excellent suggestions and guidance for our trip to Italy. Eirini connected us to a local guide while we were in Italy and although we were a little confused as to why we were connected to a different person, Eirini still was there to answer our questions, along with Francesca from StoryWalking who was our more direct contact during our trip.... Read more

Eirini was very helpful and very responsive throughout the entire planning process. She was able to make changes to our trip without trouble and provided excellent suggestions and guidance for our trip to Italy. Eirini connected us to a local guide while we were in Italy and although we were a little confused as to why we were connected to a different person, Eirini still was there to answer our questions, along with Francesca from StoryWalking who was our more direct contact during our trip. Eirini chose great accommodations and food tours for us to be a part of and it was so nice to have all of the accommodations and reservations taken care of for us. We did run into a problem on our trip, that was out of both KimKim/StoryWalking's control and our control. We were a little stressed out at having to spend more money because of this issue however, Francesca from StoryWalking was able to help us out throughout the process and helped to ease us and provide us with private transportation, even though it was originally not going to be possible.

Hotel Reviews
Una Villa - Amalfi Boutique B&B
Amalfi

This B&B was breathtaking! The B&B had someone carry our bags down the stairs to our room and the entire staff was very friendly and helpful. The common space at the hotel was absolutely gorgeous and very peaceful. Our room was very beautiful with an incredible balcony and view. The bathroom was a little tight and strangely did not have much privacy however, it was still very nice. Breakfast was so nicely served to our room each morning and we got to choose as much food as we wanted! It was so nice to sit out on our balcony and eat every morning. I was surprised when we walked in the room that it was different from what was pictured on the itinerary however, it was still very nice. A wonderful surprise at the end of our stay was a gift of lemon pasta from the staff as we checked out. It was just one of the many impressive touches this B&B had.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful aesthetic!
Location
It was a bit of a walk to the center of Amalfi however, all of Amalfi coast was a lot of walking so this really wasn't too bad of a location.
Staff
Very very nice and helpful!
Cleanliness & Comfort
The bed was incredibly comfortable and the room was cleaned and organized every day.
Artemisia Domus Napoli
Naples

This hotel was a little confusing to get to but it was beautiful and the staff was very friendly and helpful. The bed was the comfiest bed we slept in all vacation. The room had a great view of Mount Vesuvius and was nice and spacious. Breakfast in the morning was very good and the gentleman serving the breakfast was very nice.

Authenticity & Character
The hotel itself doesn't necessarily have what I would call "Napoli character" however, it was very uniquely decorated and very nice and comfy.
Location
Great location within easy walking distance to all the restaurants and night-life. When the driver initially pulled up to the gate for the hotel, it was a little confusing and concerning however, the location really was great.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Comfiest bed!!
Alfieri9 Boutique Hotel
Florence

We are so sad we only got to spend one night at this amazing boutique hotel. Silvia, took AMAZING care of us from the second we walked in the door. She greeted us with such kindness and provided us with local recommendations for food and shopping. The room was beautiful and very large. The common area was beautiful and nice and quiet. Breakfast in the morning was intimate and very good! The cappuccino was the absolute best we had in all of Italy! When we return some day back to Florence, we will absolutely be staying at this boutique hotel again.

Authenticity & Character
Location
This location was nice and quiet and very safe as it is a residential area. It made it a little further of a walk than expected, to all of the action of the city however, it was still walking distance to everything.
Staff
Silvia was the absolute best!! She was so friendly and helpful from the moment we walked in the door.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ca' dei Proverbi Suites
Venice

This hotel was absolutely perfect! We were blown away when we walked into this beautiful suite. We couldn't believe how big the room was and how nice all the accessories in the room were. The staff was so nice and helpful and the breakfast included each morning was intimate and very good. The location of the hotel was great and the water taxi was able to pick us up right next to the check-out location.

Authenticity & Character
It has 2 floors in your room!
Location
Right next to a bunch of great restaurants and not a super busy area with tourists
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Boat tour to Li Galli islands and Capri from Amalfi
Boat tour to Li Galli islands and Capri from Amalfi
Italy

This boat tour was a once in a lifetime experience!! The boat was comfortable and the driver of the boat, Enzo, was very good! He made the ride super smooth and even when navigating some waves, I never felt like the boat ride was choppy. Guilia, our guide, was extremely informative and very helpful throughout. She communicated via WhatsApp with us and this helped us to feel super comfortable and confident in being in the correct spot for the boat. We were able to stop in Capri for 3 hours and then we were able to go for a quick swim in a great, secluded spot, near the coast. There was a champagne toast during the ride and a limoncello toast with a biscuit. We were lucky and ended up meeting the nicest people on the boat with us that day.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guilia and Enzo were great!
Transport
Very comfortable and good sized boat.
Naples Street Food Tour
Naples Street Food Tour
Italy

This tour was very unique and unexpected! This tour helped us to see the beauty and the amazing culture and history of Naples. All the stops were delicious and there were plenty of them, including a nice surprise of a limoncello stop. Very unique food items that we would never have thought to stop at if we didn't have this tour. The timing of the tour was perfect with it being at night-time. The streets of Naples really come alive at night!! My only "negative" comment is that some of the stops felt a bit "tourist trappy" and at 2 of the stops, the workers there were trying to get us to buy other stuff instead of just letting us be on the tour. What we were alerted to as "tourist traps" from locals appeared to fit the bill at the fried pizza and the regular pizza stops. Despite this, all the food was still very delicious!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our tour guide was very knowledgable and did a good job managing such a large group.
Transport
Walking along the streets of Naples was magical!
Florence Traditional Food tour
Florence Traditional Food tour
Florence

What an awesome experience this was!! Our main guide was Mara and she was training a guide named, Viola, during our private tour. Both ladies were absolutely amazing and so friendly. They provided us with so much history and local tips along the way. They were both so enjoyable to spend this time with and the stops along this tour were all incredible and delicious! The stops were all very special to Florence culture and it was the most different and delicious food we had on our trip. I would do this tour again and would highly recommend either Mara or Viola!

Quality of Experience
It was just me, my husband, and the tour guides and it was so intimate at each stop. Our first stop the wine bar was closed to the public and was just us inside, which was very special.
Food
Every single stop was delicious and I honestly couldn't even choose a favorite stop.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Mara and Viola were top notch! Very friendly, informative, and just a genuine pleasure to be around.
Transport
It was all on foot but that was perfect to digest in between each stop.
Venice Gondola Ride
Venice Gondola Ride
Venice

This was a very short ride and it was a little confusing trying to find the correct gondola meeting point. The guide was fun and provided history along the way. I do wish the ride was a little longer however, it was very memorable!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Our guide was an excellent "driver".
Local specialist: Eirini Daouka
Eirini
Eirini Daouka
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Oct 24, 2025

Dear Aubrey, Thank you very much for your kind words! We are thrilled to know that you had such a wonderful time in Italy. Attention to detail is something we truly care about, so it means a lot to hear that you appreciated the accommodations, tours, and the support you received throughout your journey.
We are also very proud to hear your kind feedback about our trusted partners, and our customer care team, that always goes above and beyond for our travelers.
We can’t wait to welcome you back to Italy! Arrivederci!

Helpful things; great Team
Italy | Oct 13 - Oct 16, 2025

Trisha
Trisha O.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025
There were many helpful things that Leslie and the KimKim team did, especially when schedules changed or connections missed, for example. The team helped us to pivot and fulfill tours as planned, as we had some flexibility in our week to do so. They helped find accommodations in Milan, train tickets, and a driver during the train strike, as well new train tickets when we missed another train for Bologna. Also, the daily reminders for the next day was extremely helpful, as we had to navigate a... Read more

There were many helpful things that Leslie and the KimKim team did, especially when schedules changed or connections missed, for example. The team helped us to pivot and fulfill tours as planned, as we had some flexibility in our week to do so. They helped find accommodations in Milan, train tickets, and a driver during the train strike, as well new train tickets when we missed another train for Bologna. Also, the daily reminders for the next day was extremely helpful, as we had to navigate a lot and there were six people in our group, so everyone was on the same page, and it was all so new and different territory! I would recommend KimKim to anyone who is considering, as their experience and resourcefulness was appreciated!

Hotel Review
Palazzo Talamo
Positano

The accommodations were beautiful, clean, and authentic to the area! The instructions to get in were good, and the videos for outside, key retreival, and then inside, were essential! I would add to the instructions about the uneven terrain, especially the first half of the 73+ steps, and to be prepared for that! The bus schedule was helpful but maybe more clear instructions for that would help. It was great that the bus stop was right there at the location!

Authenticity & Character
The Design inside and out!
Location
The view and bus stop.
Staff
There were no staff as it was an apartment
Cleanliness & Comfort
The beds and the bathroom and shower....
Activity Reviews
Day Tour to Amalfi and Ravello from Positano
Day Tour to Amalfi and Ravello from Positano
Italy

The tour was great and Pasqual our tour guide was classy, patient, and funny too! We did ask him to take us to the beach, especially for my daughter who wanted to swim in the Amalfi sea, but he didn't do that, and we did have an extra hour to spare, as he dropped us off one hour early. Perhaps he didn't want sand in the car which was beautiful and comfortable. Aside from that it was great and we had beautiful weather!

Quality of Experience
We haf a helpful navigator throughout our trip!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
They were positive, patient,knowledgeable, and professional.
Transport
Positive, patient, helpful, personable
Olivia - Private Transfer from Positano to Naples Station
Olivia - Private Transfer from Positano to Naples Station
Italy

Olivias driver was very kind and stopped to get her a water, as she wasn't feeling well on her departure.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Olivia - Train service from Naples to Florence
Olivia - Train service from Naples to Florence
Italy
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Olivia - La Residenza Dell'Orafo Hotel in Florence
Olivia - La Residenza Dell'Orafo Hotel in Florence
Italy

Olivia really liked the accommodations and the location as well!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Leslie Tranchina
Leslie
Leslie Tranchina
Local specialist in Bologna | Replied on Oct 18, 2025

Hi Trisha,

Thank you so much for this thoughtful feedback — it means a lot. I’m really glad we could jump in quickly during the train strike and those missed connections, keep your tours on track, and sort out the Milan stay, drivers, and replacement tickets. Hearing that the daily reminders helped keep your group of six aligned is the best compliment!

It was a pleasure supporting you and your great group through a busy week in new territory.

I’m so glad you had such a wonderful time and were able to soak in so many amazing experiences and stunning landscapes!

Warmly,
Leslie

Great trip to Italy
Italy | Oct 6 - Oct 14, 2025

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Bill B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

KimKim did an outstanding job in planning our trip to Italy. All of the day excursions were excellent- the ones in Siena exploring the Tuscany area, the day trip to Capri and the day drive around the Amalfi Coast. The guides in Siena and Sorrento were very good and lastly we enjoyed the two hotels that you selected in Siena and Sorrento. Thanks again in Eirini and the entire Kimkim team!!

Local specialist: Eirini Daouka
Eirini
Eirini Daouka
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Oct 24, 2025

Dear Bill, Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time exploring Tuscany, Capri, and the Amalfi Coast. It was such a pleasure helping you plan this adventure, and I’m so glad you loved the excursions, guides, and hotels we selected for you in Siena and Sorrento.
On behalf of myself and the entire Storywalking team, thank you for trusting us with your travel plans. We hope to welcome you back to Italy soon! Arrivederci!

Seamless trip of a lifetime
Italy | Sep 7 - Sep 17, 2025

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Capri B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025
This was a fabulous trip. Smooth with no issues the entire time. The Kimkim team were amazing to work with and very communicative. They worked with me to make sure we was were to see everything we wanted, in the time and budget we gave them to work with. Seamless transition from one location to the other with no issues. Daily reminders of the plan for the next day and answered any questions we had while traveling. It gave my husband and I peace of mind while traveling in a foreign country... Read more

This was a fabulous trip. Smooth with no issues the entire time. The Kimkim team were amazing to work with and very communicative. They worked with me to make sure we was were to see everything we wanted, in the time and budget we gave them to work with. Seamless transition from one location to the other with no issues. Daily reminders of the plan for the next day and answered any questions we had while traveling. It gave my husband and I peace of mind while traveling in a foreign country knowing that we had them in our pocket if we had any issues (which we never did).
I would absolutely use Kimkim again, in fact, we are looking to go to Thailand in 2027 and have started working on an itinerary with them currently.
Thank you Kimkim for the memories of a lifetime.

Local specialist: Arianna Zampieri
Arianna
Arianna Zampieri
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Oct 15, 2025

Hi Capri,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re thrilled to hear your trip went so smoothly and that our team’s communication and support made your travels stress-free. It’s always our goal to create such experiences so you can fully focus on enjoying the journey, without worrying about the logistics.
We’re excited you are already planning another journey on Kimkim in 2027!
If you ever come back to Italy, please reach out to the Storywalking team, it will be our pleasure to assist you again :)

Our 30-day trip through northern Italy was vi...
Italy | Sep 14 - Oct 12, 2025

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John C.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025
Our 30-day trip through northern Italy was virtually flawless. Our trip planning partner (Arianna) did a great job listening to our interests (wine, food, cooking, and natural areas/lakes/mountains) that we wanted to visit, and building an itinerary that met all of our expectations at a reasonable price. All transfers throughout our trip were on-time, and our drivers were courteous and professional. Our guides for each tour were top-notch and very friendly and personable, and while we may... Read more

Our 30-day trip through northern Italy was virtually flawless. Our trip planning partner (Arianna) did a great job listening to our interests (wine, food, cooking, and natural areas/lakes/mountains) that we wanted to visit, and building an itinerary that met all of our expectations at a reasonable price. All transfers throughout our trip were on-time, and our drivers were courteous and professional. Our guides for each tour were top-notch and very friendly and personable, and while we may not recall their names, our most memorable tours were as follows (not necessarily in rank order): the truffle hunt; the cooking class on Lake Como and the cooking class in Florence; the back-roads/less touristy places tour in Venice, Murano glass factory, Ricchi Winery (near Lake Garda) with lunch in a vineyard, the tour of four of the five villages of Cinque Terre, the sunset food tour and tasting in Bologna, and the parmesan-reggiano and balsamic vinegar tours in Modena. Above all, our daily conversations (via WhatsApp) with Francesca were very helpful in keeping us on-track, and also very pleasant and enjoyable. It is very clear to us that Arianna and Francesca are passionately committed to doing everything they can to help each customer thoroughly enjoy their vacation.

Local specialist: Arianna Zampieri
Arianna
Arianna Zampieri
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Oct 15, 2025

Ciao John,
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review!
We’re delighted to know your 30-day journey through northern Italy was everything you hoped for.
Attention to detail is something we truly care about, as well as selecting our trusted partners, such as the experienced and friendly guides that you met during your trip.
We will be happy to welcome you in Italy anytime to continue the exploration!
Arianna & the Storywalking Team