Italy Cultural Tours

During the obscure times of the Middle Ages, an enlightened man walked along the ridges and valleys of the Apennines, looking for God’s signs in nature and talking to people about peace, humility, and togetherness. He was Francis of Assisi, a mystical person who fascinates us still today and whose charisma and philosophy are respected the world over. The St. Francis Way – Chiusi ti Città di Castello Tour is a pilgrimage that follows his footsteps.

Embroidered with fascinating tales, ancient medieval architectural wonders, and local delicacies like wine, cheese, and truffles, this self-guided pilgrimage along the Saint Francis Way not only takes you through a pinnacle point in spiritual history but it introduces you to Italy’s quintessential cultural greats in a unique, inspiring way.

There is no better way to explore southern Puglia than by bike! This 6-day circular cycling route beginning and ending in Lecce is the perfect mix of activity and relaxation. Salento Biking Tour will have you tracing the Mediterranean Peninsula’s borders and experiencing some of Puglia’s most stunning landscapes and charming seaside towns.

Traverse Umbria, “the green heart of Italy,” where mouthwatering local cuisine and medieval remnants dot the lush landscape. While this seven-day self-guided tour from Assisi to Spoleto encompasses Italy’s famed quirks, it also provides a meaningful, thought-provoking spiritual twist.

The Tuscan Family Cycling Tour takes you from Pisa to Florence, and is the perfect way for the whole family to experience the culture and charm of northern Tuscany by bike. Enjoy relaxed rides though wonderful landscapes and make stops in vibrant cities like Lucca and Pisa for Tuscan cuisine and quintessential sightseeing.

Imagine walking through Italy’s famous Piedmont region, enjoying the countryside and then sampling some of the best wines in Barolo and Barbera. This is an excellent opportunity to explore the best in Italian wine and food.

Get to know one of southern Italy’s most prized towns, Alberobello, as you make yourself at home here for five spectacular nights. The Cycling Adventure in Alberobello will immerse you in Puglia’s rich traditions and culture and invite you to explore the villages and natural landscapes that form the “green heart” of Puglia.

The Tuscany Cycling from Pisa to Florence Tour is an incredibly enjoyable, relaxed way to tour Tuscany’s must-see cities, nature preserves, and wineries via bicycle.

During the Middle Age, an enlightened man walked along the ridges and valleys of the Apennines, looking for God’s signs in nature and talking to people about peace, humility, and togetherness. He was Francis of Assisi, a curious person who fascinates people today and whose charisma and philosophy are respected the world over.

The Walking in Val d’Orcia: Montepulciano to Siena walking tour is an excellent way to immerse yourself in Tuscany’s most beautiful landscapes and get in touch with Tuscan culture, history, and cuisine through walking and trekking.

Do you want to combine your cycling with wine tasting, culture and Italian food? If so, then this is the tour for you! This incredible bicycle tour of Italy’s Piedmont wine country takes you through beautiful Italian cities and towns like Alba, Barolo, and Acqui Terme. You’ll sample some of the best wine and champagne produced in the country and dine on gourmet meals.

What more could you want: romantic villages, views of historic castles and palaces and a landscape bordered by flowering vines and fragrant apple trees. The icing on the cake is that you can also enjoy excellent South Tyrolean culinary specialities with fine wines. Stroll through the winding alleyways and taste the city air on the light-flooded high plateau of Mölten. This is South Tyrol, as you always wanted to experience it.

The Amalfi Coast is known as one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world and it is yours to discover on this fabulous 7-day self-guided walking adventure! Walking from Salerno to Amalfi, you’ll spend 7 days immersed in the eastern part of the Amalfi Coast, experiencing its breathtaking natural landscapes, ancient sites, and rich culture. 

The Sardinia by Bicycle tour is one of the most stunning ways to explore the island of Sardinia. Enjoy cycling from coastline to ancient ruins to cozy fishing villages all from the saddle of your bike.

Explore the best of Southern Italy’s Basilicata and Puglia regions, walking the ancient paths of d’Otranto and Terra di Bari as they were once historically known. Setting out from the City of Rocks (Matera), this spectacular 8-day walking tour will take you through the enchanting towns of Italy’s heel, leading you to the most beautiful city of Puglia, Lecce.

Book this epic cycling holiday in Northern Italy, that takes you through the Dolomites and ends at Lake Garda. Cycle along paved, protected roads, dipping deep into the valleys stretching across South Tyrol and Trentino. Encounter a myriad of medieval wonders as you wind from alpine regions—Passo di Resia—to the postcard-painted Lake Garda in northern Italy.

Walk the Magna Via Francigena Trail, crossing the island of Sicily from Palermo in the north, to Agrigento in the south. This 8-day walking tour will introduce you to the heart of this island and grant you a front-row seat to the thrilling landscapes of inland Sicily.

The Italian region of Puglia is yours to discover on this 6-day cycling tour. Forming the heel of Italy’s “boot,” Puglia lies tucked between the Adriatic and the Ionian Sea in southern Italy and boasts over 800 km of stunning coastline.

The Appian Way: Via Francigena Rome to Formia is a 12-day pilgrimage along a section of the renowned Via Francigena. This first part of the Via Appia is perhaps the most impressive section of the whole route, and certainly the part with the highest density of historical interest. This road for centuries has been the backbone of the Roman road system in southern Italy and the gateway to its colonies in the southern and eastern Mediterranean. While born as a transport road for soldiers, merchants, and everybody else, in medieval times the road was used intensively by pilgrims travelling from Rome, the Holy City, to the Holy Land.

The self-guided cycling tour from Venice to Porec, Croatia is a unique opportunity to ride the Adriatic coastline all the way from Venice to Croatia. This tour offers unbeatable scenery and unforgettable experiences.