Small group tours to Italy 2027

In 2027, we invite you to experience Italy in the way it is meant to be enjoyed — slowly, thoughtfully and in good company. Our small group tours are designed specifically for Australian travellers who want to explore Italy’s regions in depth, stay in boutique accommodation, and enjoy authentic local experiences without rushing from place to place.

Each journey is personally researched and carefully led, with a maximum of 12 guests. You’ll travel comfortably, enjoy exceptional food and wine, and have time to wander, reflect and truly take in where you are.

Why travel with Italian Tours in 2027

For nearly two decades, we have specialised exclusively in Italy. We know the regions intimately, we work with trusted local guides and family-run hotels, and we design each itinerary to balance cultural insight with time to enjoy places on your own.

Our tours are fully hosted, thoughtfully paced and carefully structured so you never feel hurried. Many of our guests travel with us more than once — returning to explore a new region each year.

Our 2027 Tour Programme

In 2027, our programme includes a selection of carefully curated journeys across Italy’s most compelling regions. From the elegance of Piemonte and the Valle d’Aosta to the dramatic landscapes of the Dolomites, from the gardens of central Italy to the whitewashed towns of Puglia, each tour offers a distinct perspective on Italian culture, landscape and cuisine.

Browse the journeys below to find the region and departure that suits you.

The Great Gardens of Italy Tour

Lush gardens and lakeside path at Villa Melzi in Lake Como, Italy

15 days – April 2027

Rome – Florence – Verona – Lake Como 

Explore Italy’s most significant historic gardens in the company of a small group. Guided visits are balanced with time to wander and appreciate each setting at your own pace, from grand Renaissance villas to intimate landscaped estates.

Journey through the Veneto

Peaceful lake scene with boats and alpine backdrop on Lake Maggiore

14 days  – June 2027

Venice – Prosecco Hills – Vicenza – Verona

Travel through northern Italy’s Veneto, from Venice’s waterways to Vicenza’s Palladian architecture and the Prosecco Hills. Along the way, you’ll get a feel for the region’s art, civic history and local character.

COMING SOON 

Puglia: The Road Less Travelled

14 days – April, May & September 2027  

Lecce – Valle d’Itria – Vieste – Polignano a Mare

Travel through Italy’s south-east, staying in historic towns and exploring a landscape of olive groves, limestone villages and Adriatic coastline. With a focus on regional food and local traditions, this journey offers a richer understanding of Puglia.

Piemonte and Valle d’Aosta

The Sacra di San Michele towers over the landscape

14 days – October 2027

Turin – the Langhe – Aosta – Lake Maggiore 

Travel through north-west Italy, from the elegance of Turin to the vineyard-covered hills of the Langhe and the dramatic Alpine scenery of Valle d’Aosta. This journey explores regional food traditions, distinctive architecture and the cultural influences that shape this lesser-visited corner of Italy.

COMING SOON 

In the Shadow of the Dolomites

Panoramic view of the Dolomites with dramatic peaks and alpine meadows

13 days June & September 2027

Trento – Castelrotto – Merano – Lake Garda

Travel through Trentino-Alto Adige, where the Dolomites shape both landscape and regional identity. Staying in carefully chosen bases from Trento to Merano and Lake Garda, this journey explores alpine scenery, historic towns and the cultural influences that define Italy’s northernmost regions.

Italian Lakes Discovery

Peaceful lake scene with boats and alpine backdrop on Lake Maggiore

9 days – May & September 2027 

Lake Maggiore – Lake Como 

Stay in elegant lakeside towns as you explore historic villas, lakeside gardens and the alpine landscapes that frame northern Italy’s most celebrated lakes. This journey offers a relaxed perspective on the region, where architecture, scenery and local life are closely intertwined.

Plan your 2027 Italian Journey

Our 2027 departures are now open for booking. If you would like further details, availability information or assistance choosing the right tour, please contact us.