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The best tour operators in the world: 2023 Readers' Choice Awards

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It’s been a challenging few years for tour operators but the names below are in it for the long haul (as well as the short and medium), honing itineraries and managing expectations. So who prepared your travel documents this year? Red Savannah and Black Tomato scored highest for first-hand knowledge, and Exodus Adventure Travels and Abercrombie & Kent for on-the-ground support. But when it came to all-round endeavour, Scott Dunn and The Turquoise Holiday Company were leaders of the pack. Both report a surge of interest in Asia, as well as multi-generational travel, solo adventures to Namibia, Bhutan and Mexico, and authentic experiences such as outback stations in Australia and bear lodges in Canada.

These are the best tour operators in the world, according to the 2023 Readers' Choice Awards . The scores below are percentages representing overall average levels of satisfaction.

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15. Cox & Kings. Score 88.00

14. Hayes & Jarvis. Score 89.44

13. Carrier. Score 90.73

12. Simpson Travel. Score 91.48

11. Kuoni. Score 92.82

10. Mr & Mrs Smith. Score 93.29

9. Kensington Tours. Score 94.14

8. Audley Travel. Score 94.77

7. Original Travel. Score 95.44

6. Cazenove + Loyd. Score 95.92

5. The Ultimate Travel Company. Score 96.75

4. Abercrombie & Kent. Score 97.12

3. Elegant Resorts. Score 97.39

2. Red Savannah. Score 97.96

  • The Turquoise Holiday Company. Score 98.42

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15. Wild Frontiers. Score 94.81

14. Martin Randall Travel. Score 95.17

13. Intrepid Travel. Score 95.40

12. Wilderness. Score 96.54.

11. Inntravel. Score 96.88

10. Oxford Ski Company. Score 97.15

9. Kirker Holidays. Score 97.47

8. andBeyond. Score 97.61

7. Ampersand Travel. Score 97.65.

6. InsideJapan Tours. Score 97.79

5. Steppes Travel. Score 97.88

4. Black Tomato. Score 98.03

3. Exodus Adventure Travels. Score 98.15

2. Healing Holidays. Score 98.35

  • Scott Dunn. Score 98.70
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Travel + Leisure Readers' 15 Favorite Tour Operators of 2023

The right tour operators can make or break a trip. These specialists came out on top in our annual "World’s Best Awards" survey for 2023 thanks to insider knowledge and personalized service.

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While we travel to see the sights, what we really take home with us are the experiences. And finding the right tour operator — one that’s able to meld insider knowledge about a destination with the best ways to take it in — can make or break a trip. But when the right combination does come along, it can be pure magic, so it’s no wonder that the last year has seen group travel on the rise .

Every year for our World's Best Awards survey, T+L asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe — to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Nearly 165,000 T+L readers completed the 2023 survey, an increase of nearly 25 percent over pre-pandemic voting levels. A total of more than 685,000 votes were cast across over 8,500 unique properties (hotels, cities, cruise lines, etc.).

Tour operators and safari outfitters were specifically rated on the criteria below:

  • Staff/guides
  • Itineraries/destinations
  • Accommodations

For each characteristic, respondents could choose a rating of excellent, above average, average, below average, or poor. The final scores are averages of these responses.

With nine of the companies returning from last year’s list , one major trend that stands out is the focus on a region, like with this year’s No. 1 pick, ATJ, which focuses on luxury travel, ranging from bespoke private to small group itineraries, in Austrasia. Also destination experts are Inside Japan Tours (No. 10), who offer themed trips, from honeymoons to diving, around the island nation, and Vagabond Tours of Ireland (No. 12), which makes its debut on the list, standing out for its B Corporation status, as it guides travelers around the Emerald Isle in their choice of style, either relaxed and culture-focused or active and adventurous. 

Also notable are the operators who go a step beyond, like two returning favorites: Artisans of Leisure (returning as No. 3) has been called “top notch”; one reader said that “no other tour operator comes close in terms of knowing the destinations [and] understanding what we want and executing our trip flawlessly.” Black Tomato (dropping from last year’s No. 4 to a still respectable No. 6) manages to both fulfill curiosity and allay FOMO on its adventures globally.

But more than anything, it’s loyalty that shows what a strong tour operator is made of, and readers often raved about return visits with a particular company. One, for instance, shared that after 25 journeys, Du Vine Cycling + Adventure Co. (No. 2) stands out among them all. “The best cycling trips I’ve been on,” they said. “Great staff, accommodations, and first class all the way.” And that’s the winning combo for a tour company — leaving travelers with that passion for exploring the world through their eyes. See the complete list of top 15 tour operators, according to T+L readers, below.

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Formerly known as Asia Transpacific Journeys, ATJ made the list in 2011, 2017, and 2018, and it now leapfrogs back in triumphantly, notching the No. 1 spot. Offering tours in countries like Australia, Bhutan, Japan, Laos, Mongolia, Morocco, Nepal, Vietnam, and Taiwan, the company specializes in custom itineraries and private group trips. But what travelers rave about is its band of extremely helpful customer service reps who are “responsive and personable.” They added, “I can call and speak with a live person immediately.” Customers tend to be loyal, but so are the agents: “I have used the same agent and she always remembers what we like and any special needs we have.”

I have used the same agent and she always remembers what we like and any special needs we have.

Reader Score: 99.07

2 . DuVine Cycling + Adventure Co.  

Reader Score: 99.05

3 . Artisans of Leisure  

Reader Score: 98.89

4. TCS World Travel

ReaderScore: 98.84

5. Trek Travel 

Reader Score: 98.62

6. Black Tomato  

Reader Score: 98.29

7. Classic Journeys  

WBA Hall of Fame honoree.

Reader Score: 98.27

8. Adventure Unbound  

Reader Score: 98.15

9. Scott Dunn  

10. Inside JapanTours  

Reader Score: 98.13

11. Butterfield & Robinson  

Reader Score: 98.00

12. Vagabond Tours of Ireland

Reader Score: 97.78

13. Quasar Expeditions

Reader Score: 97.53

Reader Score: 97.33

15. Jacada Travel

Reader Score: 96.20

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For those truly epic, once-in-a-lifetime destinations, you want to leave your itinerary to the experts. Whether your dream is to see the Big Five on an African Safari, trek tall mountains, explore European cities, or something even wilder, a group tour is the easiest way to do it.

However, picking the wrong group tour company is the quickest way to ruin your trip. Make sure you choose a tour company that aligns with your goals and travel styles. Do you want an intimate group tour or do you prefer to make lots of new friends in a big group? Does the price line up with what you like (luxury vs. budget)? Is the itinerary going to all the places you want to see? 

We’ve done the research and found the very best group travel tour companies for 2023 for every type of traveler.

Best Overall Group Travel: Exodus Travels

Images of nature around the mountains and lakes of Slovenia as seen on the Exodus Travels' Lakes and Mountains of Slovenia walking tour

With trips on every continent, Exodus Travels covers anywhere on this planet that you could possibly want to go, from popular destinations like the Amalfi Coast to well off-the-beaten path adventures like Tajikistan. This award-winning group travel company boasts thousands of repeat customers who sign up for trips year after year (97% of past participants would recommend Exodus Travels to a friend). 

These small group tours operate with only around 12-16 people, and always feature experienced local leaders who can give you a unique insight into your destination. Exodus Travels caters to any type of travel style, including trips broken down by type of activity (think walking, cycling, multi-adventure, winter, or cultural) as well as type of traveler (family, age group, etc.). There are curated collections (coastal, “away from it all”, European wilderness, and trips of a lifetime) to inspire you, as well as self-guided options for when you want all the benefits of a group tour planner without the actual group. Looking for that special safari? Exodus Travels just partners with the African Wildlife Foundation to create carefully curated luxury adventures that go above and beyond the standard safari. 

Exodus Travels tours work for almost any budget, with options that range from affordable to premium. 

Top Trip: Explore under-the-radar Europe by foot on Exodus Travels’ Lakes & Mountains of Slovenia walking tour .

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Best Adventure Group Travel: World Expeditions

Groups of hikers walking and camping around the mountains of Kilimanjaro with World Expeditions

World Expeditions has been taking adventurous travelers to remote locations all over the world ever since its first group trek through Nepal in 1975. Today, World Expeditions offers active itineraries on every continent. Intrepid travelers can opt for trips themed around mountaineering, rafting, cycling, hiking, and more. 

World Expeditions aims to leave communities and places where they operate tours better than they found them. Trips are created using the company’s Thoughtful Travel Charter as a guideline, which emphasizes respect for the environment, sustainability, having a positive impact on local communities, protecting wildlife, and more. 

World Expeditions’ trips are capped at just 16 people to provide a good experience for participants, and there are no single supplements for solo travelers willing to share a room with someone of the same gender. 

Top Trip: Summit Africa’s tallest mountain on a fully-supported trek up Kilimanjaro on World Expeditions’ eight day trip up the beautiful Lemosho Route . 

Best Budget Group Travel: G Adventures 

People visiting famous sites around China with the G Adventures' China Express group travel tour

For travelers on a budget, G Adventures offers cheap group tours that make dream destinations accessible to nearly anyone. (Think: sailing the Galapagos for just $1,124 , criss-crossing India’s Golden Triangle for $559 , or spending 8 days in Bali for less than $800.)

G Adventures is one of the best tour companies for solo travelers as well, as most trips don’t have a single-supplement. You can choose to share a room with another G Adventures solo traveler, or pay extra to have your own space.

G Adventures keeps costs down by opting for cheaper hotels and local meals, and making certain activities optional (for an additional cost). Pick your travel style—options range from “basic” to more luxe tours run in partnership with National Geographic. Family tours, local living tours (featuring homestays), and wellness-focused tours are also available. 

Top Trip: G Adventures’ China Express trip is a great way to see the highlights of China if you’re short on both time and budget. 

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Best Educational Group Tours: EF Go Ahead Tours

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When you really want to learn about a destination, consider a group trip with EF Go Ahead Tours . EF is the world’s largest private education company, and the Go Ahead Tours arm capitalizes on the company’s relationships with local educators, historians, and tour guides to create group trips that take you deep into a destination. 

These small group tours generally cap at 38 travelers, and feature unique educational experiences. For a bucket list trip, EF Go Ahead Tour’s special event tours are particularly enticing, as they offer behind-the-scenes access to tough-to-plan trips like Oktoberfest in Munich or Cherry Blossom season in Japan. 

Intimidated by solo travel? EF Go Ahead Tours is a great option for solo travelers, since it offers designated trips for solo travelers , where everyone is traveling alone, making it less intimidating.  

Top Trip: Bring the tastes of Italy home with you on EF Go Ahead Tours’ Food & Wine: Piedmont & Tuscany tour (operated in partnership with America’s Test Kitchen), where you’ll learn how to make local dishes. 

Best Responsible Group Travel: Intrepid Travel

Shots from around Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and accommodations provided by Intrepid Travel's Premium Uganda & Rwanda trip

Looking for a responsible group travel operator that focuses on bettering the communities and destinations they visit? Intrepid Travel is the world’s largest travel B Corporation, a certification for companies doing good. 

Intrepid Travel’s tours focus on sustainability, diversity, inclusion, and sustaining communities. The company has its own charity, The Intrepid Foundation , which has donated over 7 million dollars to over 130 community organizations. 

Intrepid Travel’s small group tours attract a wide range of travelers, but they are especially great for younger travelers, as they have a large number of trips designed for people aged 18-29 . (Other trips, including family-focused trips, are geared toward any age.)

Top Trip: Experience unforgettable wildlife encounters on Intrepid Travel’s Premium Uganda & Rwanda trip which includes time with the mountain gorillas of Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. 

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Best Private Group Travel: Kensington Tours

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Whether your group consists of just two people or involves taking the entire extended family, Kensington Tours will take all the hassle of planning out of the equation. This private group operator creates personalized trips and itineraries tailored to your preferences, while their experts handle all the logistics and bookings. 

Plans are entirely flexible, and can even be changed while on the trip on a whim. Need some inspiration? Browse Kensington Tours’ travel ideas , to get some ideas for your next adventure. 

Top Trip: Sail around the stunning shores of Croatia and the Dalmation Islands on a private luxury catamaran on Kensington Tours’ fully customizable tour . 

Best Polar Group Travel: Chimu Adventures

Shots of the interior and exterior of the Ocean Adventurer ship and shots of nature around Antarctica as seen on the Chimu Adventures' Antarctica Fly Cruise

Whether you’re headed north to the Artic or south to Antarctica, Chimu Adventures has the perfect polar group trip for you. Chimu Adventures has some of the most variety for polar trips, with options to fly, cruise, or a combination of both to get to your destination.

For an ultra-unique Antarctica trip, Chimu Adventures offers cruises departing from Australia or New Zealand (most Antarctica trips depart from Argentina). Can’t stay long? Book one of Chimu Adventures’ scenic flights to Antarctica , which fly as far as the south pole in one spectacular 16-hour day.

Chimu Adventures is one of the cheapest group trips to Antarctica, with rates starting under $5,000.

Top Trip: If you’re pressed for time (or simply don’t have the stomach for the Drake Passage), Chimu Adventures’ Antarctica Fly Cruise will get you to the ends of the earth quickly and smoothly.

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Best Group Tours for Solo Travelers: For the Love of Travel

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Group tours can be a great way to meet new people, but they can sometimes skew on the older age range. If you’re between 25-39 and a solo traveler looking to meet new people, you’ll love For the Love of Travel . All participants on the trips are between 25-39, and according to the company, 80 percent are solo travelers—so you’ll make friends fast. Hoping to meet someone who will be more than just a friend on your next trip? Trips include a balanced number of “gal and guy spots” to ensure an even balance of genders within groups (and of course, non-binary genders are always welcome). 

For the Love of Travel offers weeklong (or longer) international trips as well as shorter weekender trips to nearby destinations like Mexico or Denver—perfect for people without a lot of vacation time.

Top Trip: Sleep in a glass igloo under the Northern Lights, go sledding with huskies, and warm up in traditional saunas on For the Love of Travel’s Lapland tour , already booking dates for 2024.

Best Biking Tours Group Travel: DuVine Cycling

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Biking through the rolling hills of Italy or across the mountain roads of Chile sounds like a dream, but the logistics seem daunting (especially if you don’t want to haul all your own stuff from point-to-point). Enter: DuVine Cycling , a luxury small group tour company that specializes in bike trips. 

With trips across Europe, Latin America, Africa, Asia, and the United States, DuVine Cycling is a cyclist’s dream. Choose from all-biking trips or mix things up with a cycle and sail bike tour or a multi-sport adventure —no matter what, everything is included, from luxury boutique accommodations to top-quality name brand bikes. 

Top Trip: DuVine’s Holland Bike Tour promises “tulips, windmills, beer, and cheese”—what more could you need?

Best Luxury Group Travel: Abercrombie & Kent

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Abercrombie & Kent has been delighting discerning travelers since 1962. Today, they take travelers on unforgettable adventures across over 100 different countries and all seven continents. Although Abercrombie & Kent’s trips are pricey, they encompass once-in-a-lifetime experiences like private jet tours around the world or luxury chartered cruises .

There are trips designed for solo travelers and families , and the small group journeys max out at around 14-18 guests.

Top Trip: Swim with whale sharks in the Philippines, feed proboscis monkeys in Malaysia, and photograph wild tigers in India on Abercrombie & Kent’s Wildlife Safari: Around the World by Private Jet trip , already booking dates into 2024.

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Visitors can discover charming neighborhoods, enjoy delicious food and see top sights on Italy's best tours.

There's so much to see and do in Italy that it can feel a bit overwhelming to plan a trip that makes the most of the country's fabled history, art, architecture and cuisine – not to mention its 55-plus UNESCO World Heritage sites. Guided tours are an efficient, hassle-free way to explore the country's top attractions and cities. These Italy tours – considered the best by travelers and experts alike – vary by region, focus and method of transportation, but they all have one thing in common: highly motivated and informed guides ready to help you better appreciate your time in this beautiful European country.

The Roman Food Tour – Prati by Sunset – Rome Food Tour

Price: Adults from 135 euros (about $148); kids from 80 euros (about $88) Duration: 4 hours

Enjoy Italian cuisine via this small group walking tour of five food-centric places in Rome 's Prati neighborhood near Vatican City . Stops include a cafe, a pizzeria and a gourmet food shop, and food samples typically include cheese, truffles, cured meat, pasta, tiramisu and pizza as well as wine. Food and wine enthusiasts regularly report enjoying learning about Roman culinary arts from the passionate, well-informed guides on this tour.

Outings last about four hours and are available daily all year long starting at 4:30, 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. with additional 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. start times from May through October. Prices start at 135 euros (about $148) for adults, 89 euros (about $98) for teenagers 13 to 17 and 80 euros (about $88) for children 5 to 12. Prices cover all food and beverage samples, which may exceed 20 in total. The Roman Food Tour offers a variety of other foodie outings to different areas around the city, including one to the Trionfale neighborhood.

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City Wonders – Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Skip-the-Line Tour

Price: Adults from $42; kids from $37 Duration: 2 to 3 hours

Visit some of the most famous attractions in Rome on this 2- to 3-hour walking tour. Highlights include the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums, which are filled with historic art pieces. Tour-takers rave about the spectacular art and architecture and appreciate the insightful guides.

Tours depart multiple times a day Monday through Saturday, typically between around 9 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Tickets start at $42 for adults and around $37 for children ages 6 to 18 (kids 5 and younger tour for free), but prices may vary by day and time. Tickets cover all entrance fees. Groups are limited to 20 participants. Note: Modest attire may be required to enter some sites. City Wonders operates several other tours around Rome as well as in other Italian cities like Milan .

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LivItaly Tours – Colosseum Underground Tour with Arena, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

Price: Adults from 139 euros (about $152); kids from 124 euros (about $135) Duration: 3 hours

Explore renowned sites of ancient Rome on this three-hour walk. Tours start at the Colosseum and visit areas of the amphitheater, such as underground cages and dungeons, that relatively few people get to see due to space and ticketing limitations. Other highlights include the Palatine Hill, one of Rome's seven hills where politicians of the Roman Empire once lived and where the ruins of numerous buildings from that era remain, and the Forum , once the center of social and political activity in ancient Rome. Reviewers frequently say the guides are not only informative, but also humorous and make learning about Roman history fun.

Tours, which are limited to six participants, are offered daily at a variety of times, typically between 9:15 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Tickets start at 139 euros (about $152) for adults, 129 euros (about $141) for teenagers ages 13 to 17 and 124 euros (about $135) for kids ages 3 to 12. Students also receive a slight discount. LivItaly runs multiple tours in Rome, including one that visits some of the city's top attractions .

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Walkabout Florence Tours – The Best of Tuscany in One Day Trip from Florence

Price: Adults from 83 euros (about $91); kids from 70 euros (about $77) Duration: 12 hours

Take a day to experience Tuscany and its UNESCO World Heritage sites on this trip via air-conditioned coach. Highlights include a guided walking tour in the medieval town of Siena , a visit to San Gimignano and a trip through the countryside to Pisa. Optional upgrades include lunch and wine-tasting at a Chianti vineyard and skip-the-line entry to Pisa's famous Leaning Tower . While trip-takers consistently describe the guides as knowledgeable and personable, they also appreciate having time to explore each destination on their own.

Buses depart from Florence 's Piazza Stazione daily at 8 a.m. and return approximately 12 hours later. Prices start at 83 euros (about $91) for adults and 70 euros (about $77) for kids ages 8 to 17, not including lunch. The full tour, including lunch at the winery and access to the tower, costs approximately 113 euros (around $123) for adults and 100 euros (approximately $109) for kids. Note: While there's no charge for children younger than 8 to take the tour, they cannot climb the tower.

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Walks of Italy – Legendary Venice: St. Mark's Basilica with Terraces & Doge's Palace

Price: Adults from $113; kids from $107 Duration: 3 hours

This tour encompasses some of the most significant spots in Venice : St. Mark's Square , St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace . Both the church and the palace are art-filled buildings with eventful histories. (The palace, for instance, was more than a site of political administration; it also contains prisons and torture chambers.) Guides recount the colorful backstories, which tour-takers invariably find informative and entertaining.

Three-hour walking tours beginning in the square happen daily at 2 p.m. and every day except Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Earlier departures (at 8 a.m.) may also be available on select days. Tickets start around $113 for adults and $107 for children 2 to 14, though you may find some higher or lower prices depending on the date and time. (There's no charge for infants.) The visit to the basilica includes access to a balcony affording views of the square and nearby lagoon. Another bonus? Taking this tour enables you to bypass the lines to enter the palace and the basilica.

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Withlocals – The 10 Tastings of Venice

Price: From 85 euros (about $93) per person for a group of six Duration: 3 hours

As its name indicates, this tour features 10 tastings of typical Venetian food and drinks. It's essentially a private, customizable, small-group walking tour that can be tailored to participants' interests. Even so, samples usually include local favorites like spritz (a wine-based cocktail) and gelato. Tour-takers tend to enjoy both the visits to multiple local eateries and the amusing guides' insightful commentary.

Three-hour tours depart from Venice's Campo Manin daily with multiple start times; the earliest is typically 10 a.m. and the latest 6 p.m. Prices vary by group size and start at approximately 252 euros (about $275) for one person (the minimum) and descend to about 85 euros (about $93) per person for groups of six (the maximum). Groups larger than six should contact the tour company directly to schedule.

Blue Star Boat Tours – Amalfi Coast Group Tour

Price: From $88 Duration: 7 hours

Another option for seeing the beaches and caves of the UNESCO-listed Amalfi Coast is from the water. Sights seen on this daylong expedition typically include the picturesque geological features of Fiordo di Furore beach; Grotta della Pandora, a cave accessible only from the sea; and the Emerald Grotto, named for the color of the light that fills the cave. The approximately seven-hour tour, which departs from Positano, also includes an hour or two of free time to explore the town of Amalfi. Travelers typically appreciate the professional, personable staff and the opportunities to swim in such a scenic setting.

Tickets cost approximately $88 per person. There is a maximum of 12 people per group. Note: There's an additional fee to enter the Emerald Grotto. Private boat tours and sunset cruises are also available.

You Know! – Sorrento Coast and Capri Boat Tour from Sorrento

Price: Adults from 104 euros (about $114); kids from 84 euros (about $92) Duration: 9 hours

See the sights along the Sorrento coast, including a waterfall, a lighthouse and Roman ruins, on this boat ride. The tour also features a three- to five-hour stop on Capri during which travelers can explore the small island's famed Piazzetta, as well as churches and a medieval district. There's also time for swimming and snorkeling. Tour-takers consistently find the scenery beautiful and the guides professional and friendly.

The approximately nine-hour trips happen daily starting at 9:45 a.m. Prices vary by season, but typically start at around 104 euros (about $114) for participants 10 and older and 84 euros (about $92) for kids ages 3 to 9. (There's no cost for infants to join the trip.) Trips are capped at 12 to 14 people. Prices include transportation between Sorrento and the port as well as snacks and beverages on the boat. Fees don't cover lunch on Capri, snorkeling equipment or entrance fees to attractions. The company also offers boat tours to Capri that depart from Amalfi.

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World Tours Italy – Pompeii and Amalfi Coast (with Lunch)

Price: From 128 euros (about $140) Duration: 8 hours

Visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites on this daylong excursion. When the volcano Vesuvius erupted in A.D. 79, ash swallowed the city of Pompeii and preserved many buildings. Now, the archeological site affords glimpses into how people lived during the era of the Roman Empire. This trip includes two to three hours at Pompeii as well as a drive along the Amalfi Coast with stops in the towns of Amalfi and Ravello, both of which boast notable art and architecture. You'll also have a few photo stops, including one in Positano . Travelers consistently remark on the exceptional coastal scenery and the insight and humor of the guides at Pompeii.

Tours occur daily. Passenger pickups begin around 7:30 a.m.; the drive to Sorrento begins at just before 9 a.m. After a busy day, the tour returns to the city around 5:30 p.m. Tickets start at 128 euros (about $140) for adults, with discounts for children ages 5 to 12. (There's no fee for children younger than 5.) Prices vary by time and day. Keep in mind that tours in English may not be offered in the colder months. Prices include lunch at a restaurant on the coast, but do not cover entrance to Pompeii. If you can't get enough of the Amalfi Coast, World Tours also offers daytrips that visit Capri and Sorrento.

Prestige Rent – Wine Experience in Tuscany

Price: Adults from 89 euros (about $97); kids from 79 euros (about $86) Duration: 5 hours

Enjoy red wines typical of the Chianti region on this trip to two wineries. You'll also sample Tuscan fare, including olive oil, cheese and cured meat, during this approximately five-hour outing. Along the roughly 45-minute drive from Florence, guides will provide background information on local viniculture. At each stop, resident experts will describe the wine-making process. Wine lovers typically find the samples delicious and the guides energetic and informative.

Tours, which are capped at 25 participants, are offered twice a day starting at 9 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Prices start at 89 euros (about $97) for adults and 79 euros (about $86) for youngsters 12 to 17 and include transportation between Florence's Piazzale Montelungo and the vineyards, as well as the various food and beverage samples. Note: Children younger than 12 are not permitted on this tour. Prestige Rent also leads tours to Siena and San Gimignano.

Italian Days Food & Wine Tours – Bologna Food and Wine Tour #1

Price: Adults from 180 euros (about $197); kids from 150 euros (about $164) Duration: 8 hours

Observe the production of three Italian staples – Parmigiano-Reggiano, balsamic vinegar and prosciutto – on this daylong culinary excursion. Of course, this tour also includes samples of the cheese, vinegar and cured meat, as well as breakfast, coffee, wine and a multicourse family-style lunch. Throughout the day, guides explicate the food-making processes, which foodies invariably find fascinating.

Minibuses pick up in front of Grand Hotel Majestic in Bologna around 7 a.m. and head to Modena every day except Sunday. The tour lasts about eight hours. Tickets start at around 180 euros (about $197) for adults and 150 euros (about $164) for children 2 to 11, though costs vary by season. Prices include transportation as well food and beverages. The tour is capped at 18 participants. Italian Days offers a variety of food tours, including a walking tour in Bologna.

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Bici & Baci Tours – The Grand Tour of Rome

Price: From 150 euros (about $164) Duration: 3 hours

Admire the signature sights of Rome from atop an Italian Vespa, on this approximately 22-mile ride around the city. Highlights include the Aurelian Walls, the Appian Way , the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain , St. Peter's Basilica , the Pantheon , ruins of ancient aqueducts and baths, and more. Reviewers consistently describe the guides as helpful, skillful, knowledgeable and enthusiastic.

Fees start at 150 euros (about $164) for a single person operating a Vespa or a passenger riding with a guide. Fees are about 250 euros (about $273) for two people on a scooter. Prices include use of a helmet as well as coffee or ice cream. Daily tours start at 10 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. and typically last around three hours.

Note: Operators of Vespas must have valid motorcycle or driver's licenses. Children are permitted as passengers with their parents as long as they are tall enough for their feet to reach the scooters' foot pegs. The company also operates tours that travel to some of the city's most iconic movie filming locations.

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City Wonders – Best of Milan Duomo Cathedral & Da Vinci's 'Last Supper' Tour

Price: Adults from $125; kids from $114 Duration: 3 hours

Take a walking tour of Milan and enjoy skip-the-line access to two of its top attractions. You'll experience the Duomo , a monumental cathedral, construction of which commenced around 1386 and went on for centuries. Another highlight of this trip is a visit to Leonardo's "The Last Supper" in its original location, a former convent. Plus, you'll visit spots like Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a 19th-century shopping arcade housing upscale boutiques; Sforzesco Castle , a 15th-century military fortification; and the cobbled streets of the Brera district. Travelers consistently describe the guides as insightful and professional.

This excursion happens multiple times every day except Monday. Specific start times vary by day. Tours last three hours, including 15 minutes with the famous painting. Prices start at around $125 for anyone 15 and older and $114 for those 14 and younger. Groups have no more than 14 participants.

Grape Tours in Tuscany – Super Chianti Wine Tour

Price: From 195 euros (about $213) Duration: 7 hours

Spend a day indulging in wine on this trip to the cellars and vineyards of two wineries. In addition to visiting Chianti and Chianti classico wineries and sampling vino, cheese and olive oil, you'll also enjoy lunch at an eatery in the Tuscan hilltop town of Panzano. Wine lovers report enjoying learning about the regions' wine from the adept guides.

Tours happen every day except Sunday. Buses leave Florence at 10 a.m. and return approximately seven hours later. Tours, including transportation and food and beverages, cost approximately 195 euros (about $213) per person. The outing welcomes up to eight participants, and guests must be at least 16 years old.

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TopBike Rental & Tours – Rome City Bike Tour

Price: From 65 euros (about $71) Duration: 4 hours

Wind through the streets of Rome and see several of its famed attractions on this four-hour electric bike ride, offered in either the morning or the afternoon. Tours may include visits to popular attractions like the Colosseum, the Piazza Navona , the Jewish Ghetto, the Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps and the Orange Garden for its views of the city, including the dome of St. Peter's. Cyclists regularly praise the insightful, friendly guides on this leisurely ride.

Morning start times vary by time of year, but are usually 8:45 or 9:30 a.m.; afternoon trips start at 2 or 3 p.m. It costs approximately 65 euros (about $71) to take this ride, and that includes use of an e-bike and helmet. The company also operates daylong bike tours that include lunch, as well as guided outings along the Appian Way.

City Wonders – Florence Fully Guided Tour with Uffizi Gallery, Michelangelo's David and Accademia

Price: Adults from $108; kids from $102 Duration: 5 hours

Bypass the lines to enter both the Uffizi Gallery – home to 14th-century and Renaissance masterpieces by the likes of Botticelli, Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo and Caravaggio – and the Accademia Gallery – where Michelangelo's 14-foot David sculpture resides – on this tour. In addition to independent visits to the galleries, the small-group outing includes a two-hour guided walking tour of the center of Florence to see top sights, such as its cathedral, the Ponte Vecchio bridge, the leather market and Piazza della Signoria. Tour-takers generally appreciate the guides' commentary regarding the city's art, architecture and history. Others warned future travelers that the visits to the galleries are unguided.

Half-day tours with 10 and 10:30 a.m. start times happen daily. Prices are about $108 for adults and $102 for children 4 to 14. Children 3 and younger tour for free. Groups are limited to 17 people.

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Walkabout Florence Tours – Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with optional Hiking Tou

Price: Adults from 113 euros (about $123); kids from 100 euros (about $109) Duration: 13 hours

This daylong expedition takes travelers to the towns comprising the Cinque Terre , a string of old fishing villages overlooking the Mediterranean Sea that form part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Buses travel from Florence to Manarola, home to vineyards and colorful buildings typical of the area. From there, trains head to Corniglia, which boasts unrivaled views of the sea. After lunch, participants can either hike the mule trails that connect the towns or ride a train to Vernazza, where swimming or visiting cafes and bars are among the optional activities. Trains then proceed to Monterosso, a town known for both beaches and shops. Weather permitting, the tour also includes a boat ride to the fifth and final Cinque Terre town, Riomaggiore. Trip-takers rave about both the scenic locations and the efficient, personable guides.

Tourgoers return to Florence approximately 13 hours after the daily 7:30 a.m. departure time. Tickets for the tour start at around 113 euros (about $123) for adults and 100 euros (about $109) for kids 8 to 17. Children younger than 8 are not permitted. Prices do not include lunch in Corniglia, but an upgrade is available for an additional fee.

Delicious Bologna – Daylight Food Tour Bologna

Price: Adults from 90 euros (about $98); kids from 70 euros (about $76) Duration: 4 to 5 hours

Taste some of the essentials of Italian cuisine on this small-group walking tour. In addition to a light breakfast of cappuccino and cornetto (a croissant-like pastry) and lunch of multiple pasta dishes, this outing features samples of local cheese, cured meat, vinegar and wine. It also visits a food market and a pasta factory. Throughout, guides provide commentary about regional culture and traditions, which culinary enthusiasts tend to find informative.

Tours take place every day except Sunday at 10 a.m. and last four to five hours. Groups of up to eight people begin the day at the Piazza di Porta Ravegnana. Fees start at 90 euros (about $98) for adults and 70 euros (about $76) for kids and teens ages 2 to 14. (There's no charge for infants.) Additional food and wine tours, as well as cooking classes, are hosted by Delicious Bologna.

Streaty Street Food Tours of Italy – Palermo Street Food and Local Market Tour

Price: Adults from 54 euros (about $59); kids from 20 euros (about $22) Duration: 3 hours

Savor varieties of Sicilian fare on this walking tour of Sicily 's capital, Palermo. Samples are likely to include arancina (stuffed rice balls), cazzilli fritters, pani câ meusa (a veal offal roll), sfincione (focaccia with tomato sauce), cannoli filled with ricotta, broscia col gelato (an ice cream sandwich) and seasonal items, as well as beer and wine. After departing from Teatro Massimo, tours wind through backstreets rather than the city's main thoroughfares. Travelers typically find this tour both fun and educational.

Walks last three hours and are available at multiple times Monday through Saturday all year, usually starting between 10 and 11 a.m. Prices start at 54 euros (about $59) for participants ages 12 and older and 20 euros (about $22) for children 6 to 11. Groups are limited to 10 participants. The company also offers an evening food tour in Palermo.

Etna Tribe – Excursion Etna and Taormina

Price: Adults from 85 euros (about $93); kids from 70 euros (about $76) Duration: 9 hours

Explore Mount Etna , an active volcano on the east coast of Sicily that ranks as the highest island mountain in the Mediterranean, on this daylong tour. Your guide will drive you from Catania to a section on Etna's south face where you'll hike up to 6,560 feet above sea level, or (for additional fees) take a cable car up to 8,200 feet. From there, you'll have the option of taking a van to Torre del Filosofo, which sits at an elevation of more than 9,500 feet. With an alpine guide leading the way, you'll explore the lava-carved terrain. The trip also includes a stop at an organic farm and a visit to the town of Taormina, where you'll have time to wander among attractions, such as a cathedral, a clock tower, a palace and a theater, before the drive back to Catania. Tour-takers enjoy walking among the volcano craters and learning about the area from the friendly, accommodating guides.

Pickup starts at 8:30 a.m. and tours, which occur daily, last approximately nine hours. Prices start at 85 euros (about $93) for those 12 and older, 70 euros (about $76) for kids ages 3 to 11 and 20 euros (about $22) for infants. Paying online in advance may save you a few euros per ticket. The optional cable car ride costs an additional 50 euros (about $55) and the high-altitude option, including both the cable car and the van rides, start at 78 euros (about $85) per person. Etna Tribe also offers sunset excursions to the mountain, among other options.

The Best Multiday Tours in Italy

While there are plenty of tours across Italy's most popular cities that last a few hours or an entire day, some travelers may be interested in multiday tours that visit several destinations or points of interest. Below are some of the top multiday tours in Italy.

  • Best of Italy: Visit Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence, Bologna, Venice and more. Book on GetYourGuide .
  • Amalfi Coast Small Group Tour: Explore Pompeii, Capri and Sorrento. Book on Viator .
  • Scenic Sicily Tour: See the towns of Taormina, Palermo, Mount Etna and Erice. Book on Viator .
  • Classic Cultural Cities: Discover the sights of Rome, Venice and Florence. Book on Viator.
  • Highlights of the Italian Lakes: Enjoy Milan, Lake Como, Lake Maggiore, Lake Garda and more. Book on Grand European Travel .
  • Scenic Sailing Adventure: Sail around Sardinia and Corsica. Book on Viator .
  • Fun for Foodies: Taste your way across Italy on a nine-day food tour. Book on The Table Less Traveled .

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10 Best Italy Tour Operators 2024 [Unbiased & With Reviews]

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Are you planning to visit Italy, but unsure which tour provider to select? Now, you no longer have to waste time searching the internet and filling out dozens of contact forms. Simply fill out ONE form, we’ll send it off to multiple tour providers and they’ll contact YOU! You’ll be able to compare rates and find the lowest cost tour for the most affordable trip abroad.

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Are you looking to traveling to Italy for a memorable vacation? Do you want to find the best, safest, and most affordable tour providers in Italy ? Do you wonder which the best tours in Italy are?

Beautiful and spectacular Italy needs no introduction as one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe and the world. Italy’s beauty is world-famous, from the ruins to the castles and middle-aged roman palaces and ruins. In Italy, you can discover Rome, Capri, Sicily, the Amalfi Coast, and so much more. In addition to touring the beaches and mountains, you can enjoy the delicious Italian cuisine, cheeses, and wine for a memorable tour of your life.

While visiting Italy is a wonderful experience, you need to select a great tour company, and this can take a left turn really quickly, leaving you frustrated and miserable. As you begin looking, hundreds of companies will pop up on the Google search. Naturally, some of the companies are not what they claim to be. The question is, how do you actually know that they are the best? Spending your hard-earned money with the wrong tour company can lead to a lackluster tour of Italy.

Good news is we are here to help! To save you from wasting your time and money on measly tour companies in Italy, we invested thousands of hours researching for reputable, safe, and affordable providers that will offer you value for your money. With the honest and unbiased information, we found we have created this guide of the best 10 Italy tours companies.

Here is an unbiased list of the Top 10 most reputable Italy tour operators.

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LivTours , a family-owned tour company, will make you fall in love with Italian history, culture and food! This leading Italian tour operator offers over 350 tours across 22 cities. First established in 2009, the company has quickly grown to become one of the best personalized service providers in Italy. Their team is made up of highly skillful and knowledgeable tour guides who will make sure that your time in Italy becomes one of the best highlights of your life!

LivTours Best Italy Tour Packages

LivTours offers excellent tour packages in most major cities across Europe. If you are staying in Rome, you can go on their Top Tier Colosseum Tour , where you will get a unique opportunity to ride a glass elevator up to the Colosseum’s upper levels. From there, enjoy the view of this historic monument and the streets of Rome in this exclusive tour package.

When in Rome, you should not miss out on their Catacombs Night Tour . Explore the ancient burial place where you will see the Capuchin Crypt with its mysterious atmosphere and enjoy a unique after-access to St. Agnes’ Basilica. 

In their Evening Tour of Florence , you will discover the history and personalities that crafted the Renaissance. Cross the famous Ponte Vecchio and enjoy delicious gelato as you walk through the colorful streets of Florence.

LivTours Reviews

As one of the best tour companies in Italy, LivTours has set an all-time high standard of tourism in the industry. With over 12,300 reviews on TripAdvisor, they are ranked as #1 of 589 Food & Drink in Rome. They have also received the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2023. A past customer wrote:

Bigmama was a great guide, passionate, full of information and able to answer all our questions. She was also great with our 12yo son. I only hope… Deborah K

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Florence Tour-Tale

Florence Tour-Tale

Florence Tour-Tales wants to tell you a story of one of the most culturally diverse cities in Europe – Florence. This highly-reviewed tour operator in Italy is dedicated to bringing you unique tour experiences of Florence and its surrounding areas. They highlight the stories of musicians, artists and journalists in their beautifully crafted tour packages. Established in 2019, this company is renowned for its personalized service and customer care. With highly experienced tour guides at their service, Florence Tour-Tale will craft an amazing story of their city for you.

Florence Tour-Tale Best Italy Tour Packages

If you are searching for immersive and engaging tour packages then look no further than Florence Tour-Tale. Discover the delightful attractions of Tuscany in their Tuscany in 1 Day tour package . Visit a rustic wine estate, travel through medieval towns and finally, see one of the wonders of the world, the Leaning Tower of Pisa.

If you are looking for an electrifying experience, Florence Tour-Tale offers the Dark Side of Florence package. Visit different plazas while hearing haunting tales of murders, mysteries and legends!

If you are an art fanatic, definitely check out their Uffizi Gallery Tour . You will get to view Renaissance masterpieces like Botticelli’s Birth of Venus and Caravaggio’s Medusa in this fantastic tour.

Florence Tour-Tale Reviews

Florence Tour-Tale is one of the highest-reviewed travel agencies in Italy with 6,521 reviews on TripAdvisor. They have also been awarded the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2023. They are ranked at the top as #1 of 854 Tours & Activities in Florence. This is what a past client said about them:

I did the night tour with Antonio, which was a really interesting and funny experience. Antonio knows a lot and interacts personally with the group- great guide… XXX

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Prestige Rent

Prestige Rent

Prestige Rent is one of the most popular tour operators in Italy with over 25 years of experience in the travel industry. With their 24/7 available services, they are confident about crafting you an unforgettable tour in Italy. They have fully serviced and licensed vehicles at their expense thus ensuring a comfortable and safe journey for you. With their passionate and professional tour guides, you will be in for a trip of a lifetime in Italy.

Prestige Rent Best Italy Tour Packages

By eliminating any intermediaries, Prestige Rent assures you the most affordable tour packages that are jam-packed and filled with exciting activities. Experience the top-rated wine tour in all of Italy with their Private Tour to Chianti Wineries . You will taste exquisite Tuscan wines, walk through vineyards and olive trees and have a traditional lunch in Tuscany in this enjoyable tour package.

If you like traveling on cruise ships, go on their Florence and Pisa Cruise Port Tour . From Uffizi Gallery in Florence to the Miracle Square and the Leaning Tower of Pisa, discover top highlights in this 9 hour tour.

Explore the breathtaking sights of Siena in their Half-Day Siena Tour . You will visit the famous Piazza del Campo and see the multi-colored brick palaces of Siena in this tour.

Prestige Rent Reviews

Prestige Rent has consistently served their customers with the best packages and transfers of their liking. This Italian tour company has 4,010 reviews on TripAdvisor and is ranked as #1 of 177 Transportation in Florence. They have also received the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2023. A customer that recently visited them wrote:

Best tour I’ve ever been on!!! Beautiful trip through the country side. Wineries were amazing. Leo the tour guide was the best. He made the day awesome… ryan j

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What a Life Tours

What a Life Tours

With a top-quality business approach and many satisfied clients under its belt, What a Life Tours has risen to become one of the leading travel agencies in Italy. Established in 2006 by passionate Rome dwellers, this tour provider has an impressive track record of serving over 650,000 satisfied customers. Their well-rounded team of tour guides consists of artists, historians and archaeologists. Go on an off-the-beaten-track exploration of Rome with What a Life’s expert tour guides.

What a Life Tours Best Italy Tour Packages

What a Life Tours provides some of the best hand-crafted travel itineraries that lets you view Italy in a completely different way. Travel to the Vatican City and get on one of their Vatican Private Express Tour . You will get in-depth knowledge of the Vatican museums from a certified guide. Later on, admire Michelangelo’s famous Sistine Chapel in all its glory!

A must-see on a trip to the Vatican is St. Peter’s Basilica. You can opt for their St. Peter’s Basilica Tour where you’ll climb to the top of the dome, see the Papal Audience, and learn about the centuries-long history of this architectural wonder.

With their Colosseum under the Moon tour package , you will be in for a magical experience as you walk around the Arena Floor and the Underground area of Rome’s iconic amphitheater.

What a Life Tours Reviews

What a Life Tours has over 7,500 reviews on TripAdvisor, making them one of the best reviewed tour operators in Italy. They are ranked as #2 of 65 Tours & Activities in Vatican City and have received the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2023. A satisfied customer wrote:

This tour by What a Life Tours was exceptional. Our guide (Eugene) was knowledgeable and entertaining throughout. His stories enhanced the incredible artwork… Gary G

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Walkabout Florence Tours

Walkabout Florence Tours is a small, independent tour operator in Italy that operates amazing sightseeing tours in the areas of Florence and Tuscany. The company was founded by Mauro Bramante in 2009 and since then, it has served thousands of customers with satisfactory tour packages. Bramante’s deep passion about the history, food and culture of Italy is shared by his immensely knowledgeable and friendly tour guides. With Walkabout Florence Tours, you will get an intimate experience roaming the Italian countryside.

Walkabout Florence Tours Best Italy Tour Packages

Walkabout Florence Tours provides tour packages that are enjoyable and can easily fit into your holiday plan. For an adventure lover, the company offers the Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence. In this tour, you can admire the breathtaking views of the coast and go to the local village market for wine tasting and shopping for souvenirs.

Italy has some of the best selections of wine in the whole world. Their Chianti Safari Wine Tour will have you touring luscious vineyards and expansive villas in a 4 WD truck. At the end, enjoy a delightful Tuscan lunch.

Discover world-renowned monuments with spectacular architecture on a trip to Duomo . The company offers an excellent tour package that lets you visit the Cathedral, Baptistery and Museum all at once.

Walkabout Florence Tours Reviews

This Italian travel agency boasts an impressive track record of highly-recommended 5-star reviews from their clients. With over 26,600 reviews on TripAdvisor, they are ranked as #2 of 177 Classes & Workshops in Florence. They were awarded the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards for multiple years, including 2023. A past customer said this about them:

We took the Chianti Safari with Alex on 2-Jan 2024. The trip was worth every euro. Alex was an amazing guide! He provided so much insight into the Chianti region, its wines… Mike W

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Stefano’s RomeCabs

Born out of passion and deep love for the historical city of Rome, Stefano’s RomeCabs has risen to become a top-rated transfer and tour company in Italy. Stefano Costantini founded the company in 2005 with the mission to provide exceptional service to visitors in Rome and throughout Italy. At Stefano’s they value reliability, integrity, safety and Italian hospitality. Stefano personally guarantees the best experience for clients, from booking to the end of transfers or tours.

Stefano’s RomeCabs Best Italy Tour Packages

With Stefano’s extensive list of tour packages, you are guaranteed a safe and comfortable vacation in Rome. If you are looking for a luxurious tour of Rome, Stefano’s provides their Panoramic Rome Tour . Enjoy the major landmarks of Rome like the Colosseum and St. Peter’s Basilica at your own pace.

If you are planning to travel around Italy on a cruise ship, consider their Ostia Antica Pre Cruise Tour . You will visit the beautifully preserved ruins of Ostia Antica and walk in the footsteps of Ancient Romans in this tour package.

Similarly, you can go on a day trip to Assisi from Rome. In this perfectly crafted tour, you will enjoy the enchanting landscapes of Assisi while exploring ancient churches and squares.

Stefano’s RomeCabs Reviews

As one of the highest-reviewed tour companies in Italy, Stefano’s RomeCabs has received a lot of positive reviews from its customers. They have 4,249 reviews on TripAdvisor and are ranked as #2 of 672 Transportation in Rome. They have also earned the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2023. See what a past client wrote about them:

Our family has visited Rome eight times, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have had Rome Cabs by our side for every trip. They’ve seamlessly handled airport transfers… Volare

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Turtle Tour Rome

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Turtle Tour Rome is one of the best tour operators in Italy that specializes in golf cart tours within a travel-friendly budget. They intend to make your visit to the Eternal City a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Their tour guides are all locals of Rome that have been living there for many years. Together, they plan to show you the best places to eat, see different sights and engage with the colorful culture of the city.

Turtle Tour Rome Best Italy Tour Packages

Turtle Tour Rome will craft you an excellent tour package that fits within your schedule, interests and budget. You can go on one of their iconic golf cart tours where they will show you the Highlights of Rome . From the Colosseum and the Roman Forum to Palatine Hill and Vatican City, this tour will show you the ins and outs of Rome.

For an immersive experience, you can go on their Ghetto and Trastevere Walking Tour . Visit the Old Jewish Quarter, travel through vibrant neighborhoods and observe the Synagogue and Santa Maria in this tour.

If you are looking for a more adventurous option, consider their Appian Way Bike Tour . You’ll be riding e-bikes through ancient Roman roads and see popular sights like the Caracalla baths and the Mausoleum of Scipio.

Turtle Tour Rome Reviews

Turtle Tour Rome has been praised by many of its customers for its excellent service and provisions of comfort. This Italian tour company has 1,473 reviews on TripAdvisor and is ranked as #2 of 412 Outdoor Activities in Rome. They have also received the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2023. A past customer wrote:

This private tour of Rome was excellent. Allowed us to choose what we wanted to see. Emiliano guide/ driver could not have been better. Very knowledgeable… Don H

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You Know!

You Know! is an Italian tour company that started the first online platform for tour bookings and services back in 2011. Since then, the company has grown significantly and is now considered to be one of the leading travel agencies in Italy. They offer some incredible boat tours that will take travelers through scenic European destinations. They want only the best for their clients and they are willing to prove it through the many tours and excursions they provide.

You Know! Best Italy Tour Packages

You Know! offers a wide variety of tour packages that includes both group and private boat tours. On their Capri Private Boat Tour , you will have your own private skipper that will show you around the magnificent waters of Capri. Discover various grottos, cliffs and reefs while also snorkeling in the crystal blue waters of Capri.

If you are looking for a romantic getaway, you can opt for their Sunset Cruise along Sorrento . Go for a swim, see ancient ruins of a Roman villa and end the day with delicious food and wine.

You Know! also offers a 3 hour boat tour of Cinque Terre from Monterosso. You will uncover the magnificent beaches of Cinque Terre and see breathtaking views of the coastline on this fabulous tour.

You Know! Reviews

For over 12 years, this Italian tour company has exceeded the expectations of its customers and left them satisfied. With over 4,100 reviews on TripAdvisor, they are ranked as #2 of 195 Outdoor Activities in Sorrento. Among their many awards is the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award of 2023. A customer that recently sailed with them wrote:

Lovely experience, best part of trip. The staff were great entertainment and made sure we all had the best time… Charles Fenton

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TopBike Rental & Tours

TopBike Rental & Tours

As the main provider of bike tours in Rome, TopBike Rental & Tours ensures quality service and care for all its customers. As a top-rated travel agency in Italy, the company chose to provide bike tours to promote eco-tourism in the industry. Their highly skilled and experienced tour guides are friendly, engaging and ready to help at a moment’s notice.  With TopBike at your side, your vacation to Italy will truly become a memorable one.

TopBike Rental & Tours Best Italy Tour Packages

Their core philosophy revolves around quality, service and safety which is reflected in their perfectly designed tour packages. Their Rome in 1 Day bike tour will take you on a 7-hour thrilling journey of Rome’s monuments, churches and secret spots. End the day with a hearty Italian lunch with your tour guide.

If you are looking for a less hectic option, they also provide the Ancient Appian Way Bike Tour . You will be biking on a 2300 years old cobblestone road while going past Roman catacombs, aqueducts and mausoleums.

For a countryside visit, choose their Appia Antica and Castel Gandolfo tour package. Bike through breathtaking Roman scenery and see the amazing views of Lake Castel Gandolfo on this spectacular day-trip.

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TopBike Rental & Tours has over 6,318 reviews on TripAdvisor thus making it one of the largest tour companies in Italy. They are ranked as #3 of 412 Outdoor Activities in Rome. They were awarded the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2023. A customer that toured with them in the past wrote:

So far the best part of our trip to Rome. Our guide Ariana was charming and knowledgeable. The bikes took no effort to operate and the trip was outstanding… Penny

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Eating Europe

Eating Europe is a well-known tour operator in Italy that offers exquisite opportunities to experience Italian & Roman gastronomy like a local. They will take you on a thrilling journey that lets you discover the history, culture and most importantly, food of Italy. Their tour guides are keen on avoiding tourist traps instead, taking you on an adventure that lets you explore the backstreets of Rome. With over 250,000 guests served, Eating Europe would gladly accept an invitation to show you the best spots in Rome.

Eating Europe Best Italy Tour Packages

You can choose from a wide selection of authentic tour packages that Eating Europe provides. Go one their first tour started all the way back in 2011, the Original Taste of Testaccio . Roam through Testaccio’s vibrant marketplace, learn how to make bruschettas and learn to differentiate between real and fake gelato in this splendid tour.

Also, you can go on their Eternal Rome Food Tour where a professional guide will take you to Rome’s culinary hotspots for amazing pasta, gelato, porchetta sandwich and many more mouth-watering dishes.

If you want a night tour, they also offer a Twilight Trastevere Food Tour . In this beautifully crafted tour package, you will visit thousand year old wine cellars, dine in world-renowned restaurants and explore the night life of Trastevere.

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Eating Europe has earned the trust and admiration of its customers since the very beginning. As one of the leading tour companies in Italy, they have 7,343 reviews on TripAdvisor and are ranked as #7 of 254 Classes & Workshops in Rome. They have also received the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2023. A customer fully satisfied with their services wrote:

What a blast of an evening! Gianluca was our guide, full of knowledge and great fun! We had a wonderful taste of Rome with so many different flavors… Culture38247302379

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The #1 tourist attraction in Italy is the ancient amphitheater of Colosseum. Located at the very heart of Rome, this spectacular attraction is visited by millions of tourists every year. Apart from this, there is also the Vatican City and St. Peter’s Basilica.

If you are a first-timer touring Italy, you could opt for the city of Venice. Venice has its own unique sense of appeal and beauty and there are plenty of outdoors activities and sightseeing to do before you move to other major cities.

The best time to visit Italy is during spring (April – May) and early fall (September – October). Italy has a temperate climate and visiting at these times will guarantee a lesser crowd and pleasant weather.

The best way to tour Italy is either by train or by bus. We suggest taking train for longer distances and traveling between cities. For exploring local culture, traveling by bus will provide an authentic and unfiltered experience.

Italy has no shortage of breathtaking sights. From the historical sights of Rome and its attractions to the water-logged city of Venice, Italy has it all. Tuscany, Siena and Sardinia are also spectacular places to visit on your vacation.

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Swastik India Journeys

Swastik India Journeys

  • Address 83,Officer's Campus Extension, Sirsi Road, Jaipur, India
  • Response Rate 66%
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Indo Pacific Holidays

Indo Pacific Holidays

  • Address 301, R.G Complex, Sec 5, Plot No. Ph- I, 8, Dwarka Rd, New Delhi, Delhi 110075, New Delhi, India
  • Response Rate 74%
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Amazing India Tours

Amazing India Tours

  • Address S 272 Greater Kailash Part - 1, New Delhi, India
  • Response Rate 76%

Exodus Travels

Exodus Travels

  • Address Grange Mills, Weir Road, London, England
  • Response Rate 85%

TruTravels

  • Address 6 Fife Road, Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey,, London , England
  • Response Rate 84%

The Taj Wonder Tours

The Taj Wonder Tours

  • Address 32/20 Purana Kutlupur, Chhipitola, Agra, India

Bout India Tours Pvt Ltd

Bout India Tours Pvt Ltd

  • Address C 56 nemi nagar extension, Jaipur, India
  • Response Rate 92%
  • Response Time 3 hours

Bespoke India Holidays

Bespoke India Holidays

  • Address Service Office - 6/16 Sapat Villa, near Makaloo Hotel Gangapur , Nashik, India

Ashmita Trek and Tours

Ashmita Trek and Tours

  • Address 3A Nehru Road, Opposite Planters Club (near Keventers), Mall Road, Darjeeling, India
  • Response Rate 61%

G Adventures

G Adventures

  • Address G Adventures Ltd, 60 Bastwick Street, London, England
  • Response Rate 90%

Destination Services

Destination Services

  • Address Edificio TUI, SM2, Calle Rita Levi, Parc Bit, Palma de Mallorca, Spain
  • Response Rate 98%

Encounters Travel

Encounters Travel

  • Address Leigh House, Varley Street, Leeds, England
  • Response Rate 94%

Odynovo

  • Address Suite 222, 3-9 Spring Street, Chatswood NSW 2067, New South Wales, Australia
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Into Wild Himalaya Adventure Tour and Travels Pvt Ltd

Into Wild Himalaya Adventure Tour and Travels Pvt Ltd

  • Address V.p.o- Archhandi, District- Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, India, Postal Code- 175104, Kullu, India
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Fresh Adventures

Fresh Adventures

  • Excellent - 82 reviews for Canada tours
Great trip Fresh Adventures! Well organized tour, wonderful resorts with powder skiing, nice breakfast, lunch and dinner venues. Nice accommodation. Fantastic guides both on and off the mountain. They knew the best places to ski and enjoy. I really enjoyed skiing together, dining together and hot pools as a group. Thanks Sam and Laurence!
My lifelong dream to come to the Yukon and it was everything I hoped for and more! High five to the Fresh Adventures crew for putting together an epic adventure I won't soon forget. The hikes were tough but absolutely worth it and the views from the top were unreal. I've been on a trip with Fresh Adventures in the Rockies before and was happy to see that they offered a Yukon trip as well. The guides, Carl and Alex were fun to be around and the rest of the group was amazing. Loved all the good times and the laughs in the van. Thanks for a great trip!

Collette

  • Good - 180 reviews for Canada tours
I had a great experience on this Colette tour with Bernadette and Dave. They were excellent guides and drivers, and the tour was well-organized. I would recommend it.
This wasn’t inclusive of much besides a boat ride and bus ride. Any significant sight seeing requires purchase of optional tours. Local eating and transport are extras.

G Adventures

G Adventures

  • Excellent - 19,135 reviews for Canada tours
The tour length was ideal for us, We had one day of porr weather at Whistler which curtailed us but otherwise it was very good. The hotels were all good and the camp at Golden was a nice contrast Our guide/driver (simon) was great, friendly, very helpful and professional, and went out of his way to ensure we had a great trip.
This trip was the best experience of my life so far! My CEO Melanie was so amazing, I felt so at ease and happy throughout every step of the tour. This is the perfect trip to see some of Canada. 100000/10 would recommend to everyone!

Moose Travel Network

Moose Travel Network

  • Excellent - 167 reviews for Canada tours
Super Reise mit tollen Aktivitäten und abwechslungsreicher Landschaft. Unser Guide (Bruno) war top!
I took the 5-day Coho tour starting in Vancouver. Our tour guide Kiera was just great and has always given us with a lot of interesting information about Canada in general, our surroundings, nature and trains. In general, you could ask her anything and thus got a life coach or Canada expert! Also our group was great! We were only 7th at the beginning and became a group of 11 in Banff, due to the fact that we were the last tour for the year. Together we had fun bus rides and marveled at the beauty of Canada. I really recommend everyone to do this tour! We saw so much that otherwise would not have been possible for one independently in the short amount of time! We also did a lot of great things as a group (campfires, cooking, game night, going out) and became great friends that definitely keep in touch! Keira also always asked us about our preferences, which also allowed us to decide for ourselves what we wanted to focus on! I really loved this flexibility! My expectations of the trip were definitely exceeded and I am overjoyed to have chosen it. The hostels were also all very pleasant and clean. The Wildness Hostel was definitely a highlight, which made the experience even more special. I would gladly give it more stars as I am absolutely convinced and can recommend it to everyone!

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours

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  • Excellent - 35 reviews for Canada tours
Accomodation was just as amazibgbut what made it special was our tour manager Cathy. She went out of her way to help, support and just be the best that she could be. Just love her and her crazy Xmas hats. ????????

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Discover Canada Tours

  • Excellent - 379 reviews for Canada tours
It was very nice experience.Thank you our tour guide Sabio, trainee guide Mike ,apprentice Natalino & driver Yee. Sabio is very professional & kind, Mike is knowledgeable. Natalino helpful. All the team us very nice.
These guys really new there stuff it was a fantastic experience

Intrepid Travel

Intrepid Travel

  • Excellent - 11,723 reviews for Canada tours
Overall: Overall, the Canadian Rockies are spectacular. All of the people in our group were fun to be with, and we made some great friends. Our tour guide was knowledgeable, patient, and flexible given the physical abilities (or inabilities) of the members of the group and tried to tailor the tour to accommodate as many people in the activities as possible. My issue was with Intrepid's misrepresentation of the physical activity level rating, the inaccurate pricing of optional activities, the required travel insurance policy, the sub-par lodging, and the labeling of the trip as a Northern Lights trip when there were only 2 nights out of 10 listed in the itinerary that gave us an opportunity to see them. Lodging: The hotels were sub-par. The Metterra in Edmonton didn’t have a functioning hair dryer and the TV didn’t work (during the SuperBowl) The Holiday Inn Express in Slave Lake didn't have a functioning fireplace in the lobby, where we gathered to eat dinner. It was cold as it was adjacent to the front doors the were constantly opening and closing. The TV in the breakfast room and where we met to eat take out dinner was on a political station and the volume was loud. The person working at the front desk stated that the remote control had been stolen, so we couldn't turn it off or adjust the volume. The Lake Louise Inn had disgusting carpeting that we didn’t even want to walk on with bare feet. The Rundlestone Lodge in Banff did not have any food or drink options in the hotel and we had to walk to another hotel to get our included breakfast. The breakfast at that hotel was also sub-par. The eggs were powdered eggs. The bread, bagels, and pastries were all stale and hard. Everyone had a room where the window looked DIRECTLY into the pool area. It was noisy with kids screaming at the pool. One of the members of our group had to pay to upgrade her room, so she wouldn't have to hear the noise from the pool area until 10:30 PM. Intrepid Activity Level rating: Intrepid listed this physical activity level rating as a 2/5, which is one step above sunbathing. It said that the activities were easy and no prior physical fitness was necessary to do most of the activities. First, many of the activities were done at higher altitudes than most were accustomed to, which makes any activity more challenging. Second, walking on ice, hiking on steep mountain trails, and snowshoeing in deep snow require a much higher level of fitness than casual walking. Itinerary: The itinerary was labeled a Canadian Rockies and Northern Lights tour. There were only 2 nights listed on the itinerary (in Slave Lake) that there was even an opportunity to go out to see them. The northern lights and weather conditions are unpredictable, so it should not be listed as a “northern lights tour” unless there would be an opportunity to see them every night. The tour guide had drive time restrictions and couldn’t take us out every night to remote areas to get the chance to see the northern lights. On an Iceland tour, we had our lodging (with restaurant and bar) in remote areas with minimal light pollution, so I could set my alarm a few times throughout the night to go outside to see if the lights were visible. The quality of northern lights can change on an hourly basis and it is not reasonable to expect to stay outside in a remote area without light pollution all night to see them. All the hotels we stayed at had significant light pollution preventing us from going outside the hotel to check the quality of the northern lights. Don’t label it a northern lights tour. It was a Canadian Rockies tour. Slave Lake activities: The ice fishing listed as a possible alternate activity was never discussed. No one said the lakes were safe or not safe for fishing. It was not discussed as an option at all. Snowshoeing was also listed as an activity at this location, but was not given as an option. Jasper activities: Walking on ice in the Maligne Canyon was challenging and risky for people who aren’t physically fit. There were a few people that had to skip the grotto for fear of injuring themselves by going further. Similarly, on the drive along the Icefields Parkway, none of us were able to hike all the way to the toe of Athabasca Glacier due to the level of fitness required. Lake Louise activites: Difficulties with the level of fitness required also impacted the hike at Johnston Canyon. Some people struggled but managed to make it to the lower bridge, but many could not go further due to the fitness level needed to hike up the steep trails. Snowshoeing was offered as an option and one group member had to insist to go snowshoeing here, since the terrain was flat. Otherwise, it was also not included as an option. Banff activities: This was the snowshoe hike at Sunshine Mountain. Despite it being listed as an option twice before on the itinerary, this was the first day we went as a group. It was challenging to say the least. Half of the group were not able to participate due to the level of fitness required that was misrepresented in the tour description rating. The next day the grotto ice walk was listed, but not offered and instead we went on a hike. Optional Activities: There was a SIGNIFICANT discrepancy of the prices listed for the optional activities on the tour description and the actual prices. It seems the prices listed by Intrepid were pre-COVID prices and had never been updated. I understand if there would be a minor difference in prices, but they were 40-70% higher than Intrepid quoted. Here are examples of the activity and price per person. Dogsledding (an anticipated highlight of the trip, which we ended up not going on due to price): Intrepid price $200 CAD and actual price was $315CAD. Lake Louise Sleigh ride: Intrepid price $37CAD and actual price was $52CAD Lake Louise Ice Skating including hockey stick: Intrepid price $20CAD and actual price was $29CAD Banff Hot Springs: Intrepid price $8CAD and actual price was $17.50CAD Travel Insurance: I have the AmEx Platinum card that has very good travel insurance coverage. Intrepid forced me to buy a separate policy stating that I needed a “policy number” and not just claims made coverage that my credit card supplies. I had to pay an extra $174USD to get travel insurance when my credit card already covers travel insurance. Then I found that one of the guests in our group used her credit card policy and did not require a separate travel insurance policy to go on this trip. That was infuriating! White Mountain Adventures: White Mountain Adventures was coordinating this trip and I felt they were at a disadvantage to plan a trip when the Intrepid itinerary and physical activity level was misrepresented prior to the trip. Scott, our tour guide, was very kind, knowledgeable, patient, accommodating, and flexible to try to meet the expectations and physical abilities of those on the tour.
the trip overall was good but a few things to be aware of: The Edmonton Sky shuttle has not been in service since 2020! You must take a taxi. The guide was surprised that we were told to schedule extras through her and by the time the trip started, much of what we wanted was already booked out. You must book the extras yourself. Neither intrepid nor tour radar does this. this was unclear in all the communications. you can't talk to a tour radar person. on line chat is fine if you are not in a hurry for answers. That aside, the guide was knowledgeable, pleasant, and worked hard to give all tour participants an extraordinary time.

Calgary Tours

Calgary Tours

  • Good - 42 reviews for Canada tours
It was an amazing tour. Enjoyed it very much.
Excellent hotels, food and tour.

Costsaver

  • Excellent - 878 reviews for Canada tours
The tour guide and bus driver were kind and courteous. More tour stops needed to be included that do not require additional payment.
Was a very good tour great Tour guide & First class Driver The only down for the tour was being let down by Costsaver by being put in sub below Hotel for 2 nights in Canmore when we all thought we would have been in Banff They obviously did not inspect rooms no heating working dusty smelly rooms toilets not flushing dirty sheets even with blood on them an absolute disgrace for the money we paid for this trip Was so disappointing as rest off accomodation was above our expectations

Cosmos

  • Excellent - 19,654 reviews for Canada tours
Everything was perfectly organized for our convenience. Director was experienced and handled everything flawlessly. We really enjoyed the experience. Hotels were very comfortable. The only comment I would add that we had to get up very early to be at the bus between and 8. Then after having the excursion we had the whole afternoon for ourselves. I would prefer to get up later and finish daily activity later.
Great guide Peter and driver who made the tour a very good experience

West Trek Tours Inc.

West Trek Tours Inc.

  • Excellent - 98 reviews for Canada tours
Our tour guides are awesome
Excellent tour Chris was a great tour guide and had lots of information. Yee the driver was very helpful and I would recommend the tour there was so much to see but rushed at time and would have liked to spend more time in Banff. Robert Hanna

Globus

  • Excellent - 74,890 reviews for Canada tours
It was an excellent trip!
The technology needed was hard for us.The guest help place was the best. All was good and the captain kept us safe. Thanks.

Atlantic Tours & Travel

Atlantic Tours & Travel

  • Excellent - 26 reviews for Canada tours
The wonders of the Bay of Fundy tour was the best tour I’ve ever been on. We were a small group who enjoyed each other’s company and shared many varied and interesting experiences. As a solo traveler I was welcomed by everyone in the group and never felt on my own. Our tour director, Eunice, was welcoming, knowledgeable and went the extra mile to ensure we really experienced the local culture and delicacies. Our coach driver, Hank, who was also welcoming and knowledgeable, had a quietly confident manner which made you feel extremely safe when on the road. He also went the extra mile to ensure we got the most out of every experience. I would highly recommend this tour.
Very informative tour guide. Courteous driver, lovely group . We found the tour a little more difficult for us.

Trafalgar

  • Excellent - 1,895 reviews for Canada tours
Very nice tour. Would have liked more time in a place or two but, overall, good.
Optional excursions were reasonably priced. Suggest you put together other places in each city as a walking guide or short taxi or uber ride. Example access to close by museums open late and could walk to from hotel. Free time activities and what they are and where located is helpful.tour guide can offer to accompany a group interested to explore more during free leisure tome.Provide more detail info about the logistics of site visits. Niagara falls..suggest more water proof gear clothing and shoe types etc. Terrain to expect when visiting certain sites and possible alternatives.climbing and how difficult-easy or more strenuous or advanced climbing activity. Overall, small groups so much better than filling up bus. Thank you for giving single travelers their own bus space. Would love to watch more travel videos on longer driving distances.

Europamundo

Europamundo

  • Good - 3,043 reviews for Canada tours
The entire trip of Canadian Capitals was an awesome experience.We must place on record our appreciation of Mr Luis our Tour Manager who took care of us during the entire journey. We were the only English speaking members our Group with rest being South American Members speaking Spanish. But Mr Luis never made us feel left out and tried his level best to Translate the entire Narrative verbatim.Our special thanks are also due to young and dynamic Michael our Driver for the Tour who made our tour memorable one indeed.
The itinerary was well-planned. There were many long drives, but the group I travelled with made it fun and lively. Louis (tour manager) was very knowledgeable and helpful. The driver was skilful and friendly. The tour guides engaged for the city tour in Quebec and Toronto were not engaging and did not share much information. The Montréal City tour guide was good. The hotels were generally good. The hotel in Montreal was very old, felt creepy and the flooring had stains and holes. The hotel in Ottawa, Quebec and Toronto were good.

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