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Italy's allure goes far beyond Rome's Colosseum and Venice's canals. From the truffle-scented hills of Umbria to the sun-bleached shores of Puglia, Italy's lesser-known regions offer a more intimate, authentic side of Italian life—one best discovered on foot, through food, and in the company of fellow solo travelers. Whether you're a foodie, a history buff, or simply seeking Italy's most beautiful walking trails, our curated collection of Italy tours takes you beyond the tourist trail to experience la dolce vita as the locals do.

 

Umbria Italy Tours: Foodie Heaven

Umbria is Italy's best-kept culinary secret. Landlocked and lush, this region produces some of the country's finest olive oil, wines, and the prized black truffle that defines its cuisine. Rolling hills carpeted with vineyards and medieval hilltop towns make Umbria a feast for all the senses.

 

Choose Your Umbrian Adventure:

Tastes of Umbria

A relaxing culinary escape

Indulge in wine tastings at family-run vineyards, savor farm-to-table meals, and learn the art of truffle hunting with local experts. This food and wine-focused tour is perfect for those who want to slow down, sip Sagrantino, and soak up Umbria's gastronomic traditions without breaking a sweat. Days are filled with market visits, cooking demonstrations, and long lunches overlooking sun-drenched valleys.

 

Trails & Truffles

An active foodie adventure

Combine scenic walking trails with Umbria's legendary cuisine. Hike through olive groves and wildflower meadows in the morning, then reward yourself with truffle pasta and local wine in the afternoon. This tour strikes the perfect balance between active exploration and indulgent dining—ideal for travelers who want to earn their meals while discovering hidden villages and ancient trails.

 

Puglia Italy Tours: One of Italy's Hidden Gems

While Tuscany and the Amalfi Coast attract the crowds, Puglia remains refreshingly undiscovered. This sun-soaked heel of Italy's boot is a land of whitewashed trulli houses, olive groves that stretch to the horizon, and baroque towns where life moves at a slower pace. With fewer tourists and lower prices, Puglia offers an authentic Italian experience that feels like a secret worth keeping.

 

Discover Puglia Your Way:

Puglia's Hidden Gems

A historical and cultural journey

Explore UNESCO-listed Alberobello with its fairy-tale trulli houses, wander the baroque splendor of Lecce (the "Florence of the South"), and discover ancient cave dwellings in Matera. This tour immerses you in Puglia's rich history, from Greek and Roman ruins to medieval castles, while staying in charming local accommodations. Perfect for culture enthusiasts and history lovers who want to understand the layers of civilization that shaped this fascinating region.

 

Tastes of Puglia

A culinary deep dive

Puglia's cuisine is simple, fresh, and unforgettable. This food-focused tour takes you to family-run olive oil mills, coastal fish markets, and traditional masserie (farmhouses) where you'll learn to make orecchiette pasta by hand. Taste creamy burrata in its birthplace, sample wines made from indigenous grapes, and feast on seafood pulled from the Adriatic that morning. Ideal for foodies who believe the best way to know a place is through its flavors.

 

Tuscany Italy Tours: A Bucket List Experience

Tuscany needs no introduction. This is the Italy of postcards and dreams—cypress-lined roads, Renaissance masterpieces, and medieval hill towns that seem frozen in time. From Florence's artistic treasures to Siena's Gothic splendor and the vineyard-quilted Val d'Orcia, Tuscany delivers the quintessential Italian experience every traveler imagines.

 

Experience Tuscany Two Ways:

Treasures of Tuscany

A cultural and historical immersion

Dive deep into Renaissance art in Florence, explore the medieval streets of Siena, and visit San Gimignano's famous towers. This tour is designed for culture lovers who want to tick off Tuscany's iconic sights while staying in charming accommodations and enjoying guided tours that bring history to life. You'll experience the region's artistic legacy, architectural wonders, and the stories behind the paintings that shaped Western art.

 

Walking in Tuscany

An active exploration of the countryside

Trade cobblestones for country trails and discover Tuscany's soul beyond the cities. Walk through the Chianti vineyards, hike the rolling hills of Val d'Orcia, and explore quiet villages where locals still gather in the piazza. This walking tour offers stunning panoramas, peaceful trails, and the chance to experience rural Tuscan life—complete with wine tastings and farm dinners. Perfect for active travelers who want Tuscany's beauty without the crowds.

 

Southern Italy Tours

Southern Italy is a world apart. Beyond Naples' vibrant chaos lies a region of dramatic coastlines, ancient Greek temples, and islands where life revolves around the sea. The south is Italy with the volume turned up—louder, more colorful, more passionate. From Pompeii's haunting ruins to Capri's glamorous cliffs and Sicily's wild beauty, this is where Italy feels most untamed and authentic.

 

Island-Hop Through Southern Italy:

Sicily

Italy's largest island, a world unto itself

Sicily blends Greek temples, Norman palaces, Arab markets, and Baroque churches into one fascinating cultural melting pot. Explore ancient ruins in Agrigento, wander Palermo's chaotic markets, and stand in the shadow of Mount Etna. Sicily's cuisine, history, and landscapes are unlike anywhere else in Italy—this island has been shaped by every Mediterranean civilization and wears its layers proudly.

 

Italian Islands: Capri, Ischia & Procida

Three islands, three distinct personalities

Just off the coast of Naples, these islands offer an escape into la dolce vita. Glamorous Capri dazzles with its Blue Grotto and clifftop views. Volcanic Ischia soothes with thermal springs and lush gardens. Tiny Procida enchants with pastel fishing villages untouched by mass tourism. This island-hopping adventure combines boat rides, coastal walks, and long lunches overlooking impossibly blue water—a short trip from Naples, but worlds away in atmosphere.

 

Italy Tours for Women

Traveling solo as a woman shouldn't mean compromising on connection, safety, or shared experiences. Our Women-Only Italy tours bring together like-minded female travelers to explore Italy's hidden corners in a supportive, sociable environment. With an expert female tour leader, smaller group sizes, and accommodations chosen for comfort and location, these trips create the perfect balance of independence and camaraderie.

 

Women-Only Italy: Puglia Uncovered

Discover Puglia with a group of adventurous women who share your curiosity and love of travel. This women-only departure offers the same rich itinerary as our classic Puglia tour—trulli houses, baroque towns, coastal walks—with the added benefit of traveling in an exclusively female group. Share stories over wine, support each other through new experiences, and build friendships that often last long after the trip ends. It's Italy for single women, done right.

 

Italy Walking Tours

Italy's true soul reveals itself away from the crowds—on quiet trails through vineyards, along ancient pilgrimage routes, and in villages where tourists rarely venture. Our Italy walking tours let you escape the hustle of Rome and Florence to discover the rolling hills, medieval abbeys, and family-run trattorias that define authentic Italian life. Walking at a gentle pace means you notice more: the wildflowers in the olive groves, the church bells echoing across valleys, the warmth of locals who welcome walkers into their world.

 

Popular Walking Adventures:

• Walking in Tuscany - Chianti vineyards and Val d'Orcia's golden hills
• Trails & Truffles - Umbrian trails paired with truffle hunting and wine
• Walking the Amalfi Coast - Clifftop paths above the Mediterranean with lemon groves and coastal views

Each walking tour is designed for moderate fitness levels, with daily distances that allow time to linger over lunch, explore villages, and truly absorb the landscape. You'll walk through working vineyards, past ancient stone farmhouses, and into hill towns where life hasn't changed in centuries—all while earning the best meals of your life.

 

Your Italy Awaits

From the truffle forests of Umbria to the sun-bleached stones of Puglia, from Tuscany's Renaissance masterpieces to Sicily's ancient Greek temples, Italy rewards those who venture beyond the guidebook. Whether you're walking through vineyards, tasting your way through regional cuisines, or uncovering hidden historical gems, Solos takes you deeper into Italian life.

 

Ready to explore Italy with fellow solo travelers? Browse our complete collection of Italy tours or discover which Italian region matches your travel style. Your Italian adventure—crafted for solo travelers, designed for authentic experiences—starts here.