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- Small Group Sicily Food & Wine Tour (Maximum 8 Guests)
- Small Group Sicilian Secrets Premium Collection - Unique Tour of Sicily (maximum 14 pax, mono English)
- Splendid Amalfi Coast - Small-Group Tour
- 9-day Venice, Florence and Rome Small Group Tour from Venice
- 11 Day Small Group Tour in Venice Florence Rome Amalfi
- 6-Day Cinque Terre, Florence & the Flavours of Tuscany Small-Group Tour from Milan
- Charming Sicily Food & Wine Small Group Tour - 8 days
- Magical Apulia region - 6 Days (Small Group)
- Magical Rome & Puglia - 9 Days (Small Group)
- 7 Day Classic Sicily Small Group Tour
Small Group Sicily Food & Wine Tour (Maximum 8 Guests)
84 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Itinerary was great and full. I really loved spending the 3 nights in Taormina so would recommend it be extended.”
Amy, traveled in July
Carefully limited to 8 guests, this tour promises focused attention throughout. Mercedes minivans transport guests between Taormina's cooking classes and Syracuse's wine tastings. The intimate size allows visits to family-run trattorias and exclusive wine estates.
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Taormina, Mount Etna, Noto, Marzamemi, Syracuse, Island of Ortigia, Palermo Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 8 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Sicily Activities From
- NZ$4,295
Duration 9 days Destinations Taormina, Mount Etna, Savoca, Forza d'Agro, Giarre, Island of Ortigia, Noto, Marzamemi, Agrigento, PalermoSee all destinations Age Range Ages 40+ Group Size Max Group Size 14 Group Type Group Operator Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl From
- NZ$7,606
Splendid Amalfi Coast - Small-Group Tour
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The Amalfi Coast was beautiful! The hotels and food were great.”
Alyssa, traveled in June
Small groups of 8-12 travelers receive focused guidance during the Pompeii tour and Capri island excursion. The limited size enables special access to Marina Grande's fisherman's village and private balcony views at Grand Hotel Excelsior in Amalfi.
Duration 5 days Destinations Rome, Naples, Pompeii, Sorrento, Capri, Positano, Amalfi Age Range Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type Group Operator Omega Tours From
- NZ$3,391
With just 8 travelers, this select group receives dedicated attention at Castel Sant'Angelo and Piazza della Signoria. The intimate size opens doors to Venice's quiet canals, private Vatican apartments of Julius II, and authentic local experiences at Florence's Market Centrale.
Duration 9 days Destinations Venice, Florence, Rome Age Range Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 14 Group Type Group Operator Firebird Tours From
- NZ$8,168
A small group of just 8 travelers ventures through Italy, ensuring focused attention at St. Mark's Basilica and the Uffizi Gallery. The limited numbers grant access to local restaurants in Florence for wine tastings and genuine moments at family-run establishments along the Amalfi Coast.
Duration 11 days Destinations Venice, Florence, Rome, Pompeii, Amalfi, Naples Age Range Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 14 Group Type Group Operator Firebird Tours From
- NZ$10,293
6-Day Cinque Terre, Florence & the Flavours of Tuscany Small-Group Tour from Milan
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The accommodation was ok, although the hotel at Montepulciano left a bit to be desired in customer service.”
John, traveled in July
A luxury mini-coach carries an intimate group through 18 Italian cities. The close-knit atmosphere enables exclusive wine tastings in Montepulciano and personalized tours of Florence's Uffizi Gallery. An English-speaking guide illuminates Cinque Terre's hidden corners.
Duration 6 days Destinations Milan, La Spezia, Cinque Terre, Monterosso al Mare, Manarola, Riomaggiore, Vernazza, Corniglia, Pisa, LuccaSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type Group Operator Rabbie’s Small Group Tours From
- NZ$4,205
Charming Sicily Food & Wine Small Group Tour - 8 days
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I really enjoyed the tour!”
Genevieve, traveled in October
Groups of maximum 12 travelers receive dedicated attention during cooking classes in Taormina's family trattorias and wine tastings at Syracuse's countryside castles. The select size enables visits to local farms, with comfortable rides in 8-seat Mercedes minivans throughout Sicily.
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Taormina, Mount Etna, Noto, Marzamemi, Syracuse, Island of Ortigia, Palermo Age Range Ages 11+ Group Size Max Group Size 8 Group Type Group Operator Click Tours From $7,676
36% Off- NZ$4,913You save $2,763
Magical Apulia region - 6 Days (Small Group)
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Alberobello hotel was maybe 3 star, not 4 star like Bari and Lecce hotels.”
Janice, traveled in May
With just 15 travelers, this select tour provides privileged access to Puglia's treasures. The intimate setting ensures personal attention at sites like Castel del Monte and Matera's Sassi caves, while meals at local venues like Masseria le Stanzèe become more engaging.
Duration 6 days Destinations Bari, Trani, Castel del Monte, Alberobello, Matera, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Otranto, Lecce Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type Group Operator Click Tours From $5,820
36% Off- NZ$3,725You save $2,095
Magical Rome & Puglia - 9 Days (Small Group)
“This was a great package. Very well organised at all points of contact. Everything was done/organised to a very high standard. Hotels is excellent. The guides first class, who were more than happy to go the extra mile to ensure everyone had their needs met. We met well traveled and interesting people. An adventure of a life time! Thank you”
A select group of maximum 15 travelers visits historic sites like Matera's sassi cave dwellings and Otranto's Cathedral. The intimate size allows focused attention from expert local guides in Bari, Matera, and Lecce, plus authentic pasta-making demonstrations at Masseria le Stanzie.
Duration 9 days Destinations Rome, Bari, Trani, Castel del Monte, Alberobello, Matera, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Lecce Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type Group Operator Click Tours From $8,231
31% Off- NZ$5,679You save $2,551
Small groups uncover Sicily's treasures with personalized attention. The tour includes visits to La Martorana Church in Palermo and Syracuse's Neapolis Park without crowds. Private transfers ensure comfortable travel at your group's pace.
Duration 7 days Destinations Palermo, Agrigento, Syracuse, Taormina Age Range Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 14 Group Type Group Operator Firebird Tours From
31% Off- NZ$6,124
Reviews of Small Group tours to Italy
- Small Group Sicily Food & Wine Tour (Maximum 8 Guests)
The trip was very well organized and executed beautifully. There were no hiccups in scheduling, and flexible to divert the pre-planned route in case there was an interest in the group. The meals included in the tour were at stellar spots, which beautifully illustrated wonderful cuisine of Sicily, and the diversification of it from one region to another. Winery tours are something wonderful and the memories will stay with us for long times. The wineries on the tours also showed how diversified the wine production in Sicily is, how it emerges now to the world market, and the wineries selected showed the difference in larger (but not "industrialized") operations vs. smaller "boutique" style wineries. All setup in a beautiful spots, the Gambino winery on the mount Etna, with beautiful organically produced wines and wonderful enthusiastic guides, Pupilo winery in Siracusa is a smaller family owned production setup in a beautiful and historical estate with botanical garden. The guides from Sicily Activities were really good, passionate about Sicily, its history and progression, local foods, wines, stories. They were engaging and very personable. The group sizes are indeed very small. Hotel accommodations were of high quality, in excellent very convenient locations. Additionally, the tour organizers were available at various times to address questions, or to provide additional insight or recommendations for the free time in towns. Thank you for a wonderful experience, Sicily Activities, Massimo, Rosario, Valerio and Naida!
- Splendid Amalfi Coast - Small-Group Tour
Great tour, but a little overpriced for what you got. No one communicated the transportation to you--I had to ask the hotel concierge to call Carrani to get the details. The last day of the trip was a bit frustrating, as the hotel check out was 12:30 and I didn't have to meet the guide back to Naples until 5 PM. That is a long time to be without a hotel room and could have been planned better.
- 6-Day Cinque Terre, Florence & the Flavours of Tuscany Small-Group Tour from Milan
Louis Ella was an excellent guide. The accommodation was ok, although the hotel at Montepulciano left a bit to be desired in customer service
What our customers ask about Italy Small Group Tours
What is the ideal group size for a small group tour in Italy?
Small group tours in Italy generally include 6-16 travelers creating to local restaurants boutique hotels and less-visited attractions. Tours visit major sites like the Amalfi Coast Florence's Uffizi Gallery and Venice's St. Mark's Square while staying at properties such as the Grand Hotel Vesuvio in Sorrento. A TourRadar traveler notes "the small group made it a more personal experience and having the knowledge of a local guide meant we didn't miss anything."
What's the best time of year for a small group tour in Italy?
The prime seasons for small group tours run from April through June and September through October when temperatures are pleasant and tourist numbers are moderate. Booking data shows September draws 71 reservations while May and June average between 48-60 bookings. According to a TourRadar traveler: "Spring and fall offer perfect weather for exploring cities like Rome and Florence plus the small group size means you can still navigate popular sites even during busier periods."
What are the accommodation standards on small group tours in Italy?
These tours typically feature centrally located 4-star hotels such as the Hotel Palazzo Salgar in Naples and Grand Hotel Vesuvio in Sorrento. The properties blend comfort with local character and provide easy access to main attractions. A TourRadar traveler shares their experience: "The hotels were all very good with a wonderful breakfast. The Arathena Rocks Hotel in Giardini Naxis was incredible and beyond expectations."
What regions are best suited for small group tours in Italy?
Regions like Tuscany the Amalfi Coast and the Italian Lakes District work particularly well for intimate tours. Small groups can explore quieter villages in Chianti take private boats along the Amalfi Coast and visit family-run wineries in Montalcino. A TourRadar traveler explains: "Our small group size allowed us to visit off-the-beaten-path towns like Sorico and Livo around Lake Como that larger buses can't access."
How does transportation work on small group tours in Italy?
Transportation combines comfortable minibuses for local exploration with high-speed trains between major cities. Groups use private boats around Capri and the Amalfi Coast plus business class train service connecting Rome Florence and Venice. A TourRadar traveler shares: "The minibus allowed us to take scenic routes through Tuscan hill towns that big tour buses could never manage." Local transport like Venice water taxis and Lake Como ferries add authentic touches to the experience.
How far in advance should I book a small group tour in Italy?
Booking 6-12 months ahead is recommended especially for travel between May and October. Popular itineraries like the Best of Sicily 8-day tour often reach capacity 8-10 months before departure. A TourRadar traveler suggests: "Book early especially for unique accommodations like the trulli houses in Alberobello or seaside hotels in Taormina - these small group spots fill up fast."