About Untold Italy Tours

Authentic Italy, Beautifully Curated

We share the real Italy through intimate small group tours and our popular podcast celebrating its people, culture, and everyday magic.
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Authentic journeys, local connections, unforgettable Italy

What makes our tours different

Our boutique small group tours reveal the rolling hills, seaside villages and hilltop towns where time slows, the food tastes better, and the welcome feels genuine.

  • Local connection

  • We believe to really know a place, you have to know its people. Meet artisans, producers, and the locals who open their homes and share their stories, traditions and hospitality.
  • Intimate and Personal

  • Travel with a maximum of 12 guests. You’ll connect with like-minded people, led by bilingual hosts who handle every detail so you can relax into Italy. 
  • All-Inclusive Ease

  • Experiences, accommodation, transport and most meals including wine are all taken care of. No hidden extras, no planning stress - just effortless travel.
  • Your VIP Backstage Pass

  • Quiet luxury and connection - a beautifully balanced mix of insider access, authentic encounters, and thoughtfully chosen family-run stays and experiences that reveal the Italy few ever truly know.

From Shared Stories to Unforgettable Journeys

Our Story

It all started with a podcast and a passion for sharing the real Italy through the voices of locals, artisans, and guides.

As listeners dreamed of experiencing those same connections in person, our tours came to life – intimate journeys built around friendship, food, and the beauty of everyday Italian life.

Each experience is a continuation of those stories, lived together in the places and with the people who inspired them.

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Connect With Us

Join Our Community of Italy Lovers

We create a wealth of resources for travelers planning trips to Italy and love connecting with you all each week via our Untold Italy podcast available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favorite podcast app.

Crafted with Care, Led by Experts

Meet the People Who Bring Untold Italy to Life

Our team is renowned for their deep local knowledge, meticulous attention to detail, and generous hospitality ensuring every guest’s journey feels effortless, personal, and unforgettably Italian.

Katy Clarke

Founder

Founder of Untold Italy and host of the beloved Untold Italy Travel Podcast, Katy has turned her lifelong passion for Italy into unforgettable travel experiences. She is proud to lead a talented team of travel professionals helping travelers discover Italy’s soul through its people, traditions, and everyday magic.

Olivia Windsor

Chief Experience Officer/Host

Olivia designs our tours to capture the beauty, authenticity, and connection at the heart of Italian life. Based in Italy, she draws on her deep local knowledge and wine expertise to create experiences that linger long after the last sip.

Sarah Marano

Director of Tour Operations/Host

From her restored farmhouse in Umbria, Sarah brings decades of hospitality to ensure every tour unfolds seamlessly. She believes that the most memorable journeys are built on genuine care, seamless details, and shared stories around the table.

Giulia Tamarri

Tour Host

Born in Emilia-Romagna – where food is practically a love language – Giulia is an official Ambassador of her region’s cuisine and proudly calls her star sign tortellini. She hosts our guests the way a rezdora approaches her kitchen – with care, mastery, and heart.

Manuela Valenti

Tour Host

Born and raised in Rome with Sardinian roots, Manuela is an art historian, sommelier, and passionate cook who loves sharing Italy’s flavors and stories. With over a decade of guiding experience, she finds joy in watching guests discover the beauty of her country through fresh eyes.

Henna Garrison

Tour Host

An island girl from Nantucket who found her heart in Sicily and her home in Liguria, Henna hosts tours that celebrate Italy’s love affair with food and community. With a master’s in Food Culture from the Slow Food University, she shares the flavors, friendships, and stories that make every meal unforgettable.

Silvia Rignanese

Tour Host

Born in Modena but captivated by the south, Silvia found her heart – and home – in Sicily. A seasoned trip leader with a philosopher’s curiosity, she shares her love for the island’s layered cultures, warm people, and timeless beauty with every guest she meets.

The Italy you’ll feel

What to Expect on Tour

All our tours are led with responsible, sustainable practices in mind and with the highest respect for local traditions and customs. 

  • Small and Intimate

    Group sizes up to 12 people max

  • Seasonal Food and Wine

    Exceptional tastes – the hero of each day

  • Local Experiences

    Meet cheese/wine makers and artisans

  • Genuine Connection

    Stories shared and friendships made

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