ITALY CUSTOMIZED

ITALY CUSTOMIZED Local Tour Operator in Florence. Authentic Luxury Vacations. Specializing in Florence, Tuscany and Beyond Alberto is a native Italian.

MEET ALBERTO AND LINDA
the Italian dream team experts on all things Italian and travel. His career in Travel began at the of 17 working in his fathers Chauffeur driving business. He developed a passion for sharing Italy with their guests from all over the world. A certified tour leader and chauffeur driver fluent in Italian, English and Spanish. He is the administrator and technical director at It

aly Customized. He continues to build rapport with collaborators and service providers. To ensure your vacation is seamless. Linda arrived in Florence to study Italian at a local institute. During her studies she worked part time. Translating cooking classes for travellers. She grew up in an Italian family so her understanding of the Italian language was fluent. Linda found joy to see travellers learning about local culture through food. Local chefs shared family & regional recipes. Each class ended sitting around a large table. Eating,Talking, laughing and learning with great food and wine - The Italian Way! She continued her studies of Regional food and wine. As a certified guide, driver and Sommelier she has continued to work with luxury tour operators and thousands of travellers from all over the world. After twenty one years in the travel industry. Linda creates unforgetable vacations. With her vast knowledge a passion for Italy. Linda creates the tailor made trips and Alberto looks after the administrative side to ensure your vacations is safe, seamless and unforgettable.

Magic Walks in the most beautiful city in the world ‘Florence in Lights’ can you see the Christmas tree at Piazzale Mich...
22/12/2024

Magic Walks in the most beautiful city in the world ‘Florence in Lights’ can you see the Christmas tree at Piazzale Michelangelo??!!

Italian Movie Producer defines what Maradona’ means to Neapolitan’s perfectly In Paolo Sorrentino’s words ‘Maradona non...
21/12/2024

Italian Movie Producer defines what Maradona’ means to Neapolitan’s perfectly

In Paolo Sorrentino’s words ‘Maradona non è arrivato a Napoli è apparso a Napoli ’ - ‘Maradona did not arrive in Naples - He simply Appeared in Naples’

There are no images of his arrival to Naples it is as if he just appeared in the Stadium

Maradona is known as one of the greatest players in the history of sport - He played for SSC NAPOLI from 1984-1991

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The Basilica Reale Pontificia di San Francesco da Paola is a prominent neoclassical church located in Piazza del Plebisc...
15/12/2024

The Basilica Reale Pontificia di San Francesco da Paola is a prominent neoclassical church located in Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples.

Commissioned by King Ferdinand I, construction began in 1816 and concluded in 1846, with the design by architect Pietro Bianchi. The basilica features a grand dome, reminiscent of the Pantheon, and a portico with six Ionic columns - covered in graffiti with only a few shops and cafes most of the stores are completely closed down

A significant religious site and architectural landmark, reflecting the historical transformations of Naples during the early 19th century

Taking in the chaotic beauty on one of the main high streets of Naples - ‘ Via dei Tribunali’ - the original decumanus ...
14/12/2024

Taking in the chaotic beauty on one of the main high streets of Naples - ‘ Via dei Tribunali’ - the original decumanus - of the Ancient Greek and then Roman City of Neapolis

Cipolla caramellata all’alchermes, crema di zafferano - Caramelized Onion with Alchermes, saffron cream -
13/12/2024

Cipolla caramellata all’alchermes, crema di zafferano - Caramelized Onion with Alchermes, saffron cream -

Our Tuscan Beauties with - Coco & Simone - celebrating Italy Customized team for our Christmas party We love you Elena f...
13/12/2024

Our Tuscan Beauties with - Coco & Simone - celebrating Italy Customized team for our Christmas party

We love you Elena from Lucca, Our Laura in Florence & Marta in Siena

Our ‘Super Tuscans’ Christmas Lunch - Passionate guides, drivers, sommeliers & artisans I love coming together with our...
11/12/2024

Our ‘Super Tuscans’ Christmas Lunch - Passionate guides, drivers, sommeliers & artisans

I love coming together with our service providers to celebrate the year! It has been a wonderful and prosperous one. Where Alberto and I feel truly blessed.

Even though I travel around Italy most of the year to meet up with our collaborators, we only get to meet up with our experts in Florence and Tuscany once a year.

The bearded guy in the front row is Carlo - After over twenty years in the luxury travel industry, Carlo is one of our drivers in Tuscany. He is a sommelier and has vast knowledge of the Region.

To the right is our second super driver, Simone, who is also studying to become a sommelier. Next to Simone is Marta from Siena, a super guide and historian. Laura is probably one of Italy's best guides; she has been with us for 10 years. Elena runs our guided walks in Lucca. She is very passionate, and every client loves her!

You all know who Alberto is! My business partner and founder at Italy Customized.

Francesco is a historian and a great guide. He grew up in a world of antiquities and lives in Chianti. His mum is also a guide, and she speaks 6 languages fluently!!

Lorenzo is our new entry! - he has a 25-year artisan career and recently became a certified guide. He works with us on our Food and Artisan walks.

Chiara has been with us for a couple of years. Having just recently become a guide. Chiara is one of our superfood guides.

There I am, sitting with a wine glass in hand! Laura is another one of our super guides; she works in the office.

Our Sara, who was also my student when I worked at Bottega Toscana. Next to Sara is the founded of the boutique winery where we are enjoying our lunch - Gianfranco and his brothers have the most incredble winery in the foothills of San Gimignano.

In fact it is the only Vernaccia on the wine list at Enoteca Pinchiori!

Christmas at The ancient gardens that surround the Four Seasons Hotel in Florence is open to the public! it is a magic ...
09/12/2024

Christmas at

The ancient gardens that surround the Four Seasons Hotel in Florence is open to the public! it is a magic place to visit

Its Christmas Time in the City - 🎄🎁🎅
08/12/2024

Its Christmas Time in the City - 🎄🎁🎅

Christmas with Vito Mollica
06/12/2024

Christmas with Vito Mollica

The beauty of crisp cool December days in enchanting Venice.
05/12/2024

The beauty of crisp cool December days in enchanting Venice.

Venetian Beauty
03/12/2024

Venetian Beauty

Loving the ride in the ‘Limousine’ along the grand canal to catch up with our wonderful guides & drivers in Venice ...
02/12/2024

Loving the ride in the ‘Limousine’ along the grand canal to catch up with our wonderful guides & drivers in Venice

The ideal lunch location any seasons but in November with this exceptional light the experience is truly epic ...
30/11/2024

The ideal lunch location any seasons but in November with this exceptional light the experience is truly epic



One of the most beautiful Hotel groups Pictured The stunning Hotel lobby designed by Olga Polizzi in creative partners...
28/11/2024

One of the most beautiful Hotel groups

Pictured
The stunning Hotel lobby designed by Olga Polizzi in creative partnership with Laudomia Pucci

Winter Reflections.….
26/11/2024

Winter Reflections.….

What makes a great guide? For us at Italy Customized we would have to say a story teller, who looks at their audience t...
23/11/2024

What makes a great guide? For us at Italy Customized we would have to say a story teller, who looks at their audience to understand specific interests. A story teller who asks questions and really gets to know the people they have in front of them

All certified guides in Italy are very knowledgeable. They are typically archeologists, historians with a degree in Art and some of them even have a PHd.

A great guide uses their vast knowledge to give our guests a memorable and unforgettable experience. That’s why we hand pick every single one of them & at the end of the season we are lucky enough to travel around Italy to meet up either them!

In this image- we have founder of IC - Alberto Bassilichi together with our wonderful Roman guide Pino

In Rome you can truly witness layers of centuries - from BC to modern building structures A walk from the Jewish ghetto ...
20/11/2024

In Rome you can truly witness layers of centuries - from BC to modern building structures

A walk from the Jewish ghetto passing Porta Octavia toward Teatro Marcello where you can admire medieval & renaissance homes of mobile Roman Families actually built into the ancient Theatre.

Within minutes you can take the main staircase to Capitoline Hill and witness breathtaking views of the Roman Forum

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Florence

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Lunedì 09:00 - 19:00
Martedì 09:00 - 19:00
Mercoledì 09:00 - 19:00
Giovedì 09:00 - 19:00
Venerdì 09:00 - 19:00
Sabato 09:00 - 19:00

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The ‘Faraglione di Scopello’ are covered with the typical Sicilian vegetation cactus, capers & rosemary The crystal blue coast of Castellammare del Golfo is a magic site! #sicily #sicilianplaces #sicilia #visitsicily #luxurytrips #traveldeeper

I can't get enough of this installation @palazzostrozzi by @studio.drift mornings on my way to the office and on my home as the installation is perhaps even more stunning in the evening @strozzibistro is a great place for a morning Caffe or end of day Aperitivo where you can sit to enjoy this magic installation DRIFT’s installation Shy Society at Palazzo features seven large, mobile floral-inspired elements that move rhythmically - They actually look like dancing ballerinas @palazzostrozzi from October 23, 2024, to January 26, 2025, music by soundtrack RZA. #palazzostrozzi #shysociety #driftstudio #contemporaryart #contemporaryinstallation #artistsoninstagram #artiseverywhere #visitflorence

W Rome is a luxurious 5-star hotel located at 26/36 Via Liguria, Rome, Italy. It features 162 rooms and suites, a Sicilian restaurant (Giano), three bars, and a rooftop pool with stunning city views. Guests can enjoy live music, a vibrant nightlife scene at the W Lounge, and unique culinary experiences crafted by Chef Ciccio Sultano. The hotel combines modern design with historical elements, reflecting Rome’s rich culture. #traveldeeper #travelexperience #italianplaces #luxuryvacation #travelexpert #italianplaces #ictravel #luxuryhotel

One of our favorite months on the Amalfi Coast is October! The first two weeks of the month are so special - with day trips to Capri to discover the hundreds of grottos that sound the magic island Our captain will leave you at the port where you will enjoy a ride around this picturesque place and enjoy shopping on the main high street - where you can find beautiful ceramics, hand made leather sandals you can even step in to the Chanel store! Make your way back to your private yacht so you can enjoy lunch at one of the many restaurants only reachable from the sea! #amalficoast #luxuryvacation #yachtlife #capriisland #caprioctober #beachlover #beachlife #traveldeeper #travelexpert #travelexperience

We can take you to Chianti Classico, Bolgheri, Montepulciano in one day with our - Best of Italian Wineries Heli tour #sangioveselovers #sangiovesegrosso #winelover #helitour #helitours #travelexperience #brunello #brunellodimontalcino #brunellolovers #italianplaces #tuscany #tuscanylovers #tuscanygram

Dreaming Capri? Alaina and her daughters had an amazing day in fact the girls said it was the best day of their lives !! A day trip on a private boat to visit the numerous grottos, see the Faraglioni and visit spend time to shop and enjoy lunch on one of the most beautiful islands in the world #capri #visitcapri #amalficoast #travelexperience #visitcapri #bluegrotto #capriblue #familytravel #traveldeeper #italianplaces #luxuryvacation #ictravel #travelexpert #boatlife #daytrip

Lunch at a private home in Lecce - Buon Appetito #regionalfood #exclusivetravel #luxuryvacation #visitlecce #baroquearchitecture #piazzaduomo #foodlovers #foodstories #bespoke #luxuryvacation #ictravel #traveldeeper #travelexperience #travelplanner

We have the most Magic sunsets 🌅 in Florence The colors change according to the season. If you are like us and prefer to go against the crowds we recommend enjoying a Florentine Sunset from Forte del Belvedere, bridges that are at least 500 meters away from the Ponte Vecchio or Santa Trinità #traveltips #travelgram #sunsets #happysunday #naturelovers #offthebeatenpath #wow #passionpassport #traveldeeper

Friday Vibes in Florence #thankgodisfriday #florence #visitflorence #italianplaces #streetstyle #aperitivotime #violin #violinist #classicalmusic #italycustomizedtravel #ictravel #traveldeeper #walkingtour #firenzegram #firenzelife

Buongiorno from @laroqqahotel La Roqqa is a five star hotel in Porto Ercole. A quaint port town in southern tuscany . . . The Hotel overlooks the town centre. It’s 55 Rooms cascade all the way down to the Mediterranean that overlooks the Argentario Mountains . . . #tuscanylovers #tuscanygram #tuscanypeople #tuscanyitaly #portoercole #luxuryvacation

“Montefalco, the balcony of Umbria,” is a nickname given to the picturesque town of Montefalco in the Umbria region of Italy. The town is perched on a hilltop, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Its elevated position has earned it the moniker “the balcony of Umbria” due to its commanding vantage point and the breathtaking vistas it provides of the Umbrian landscape. The town is famous for its surrounding wine region called Sagrantino. Montefalco Sagrantino is a robust red wine made primarily from the Sagrantino grape variety. It’s known for its deep color, bold tannins, and rich flavors of dark fruits, herbs, and spices. Arnaldo Caprai is a renowned winery and vintner that helped to elevate the reputation of Sagrantino wines both domestically and internationally. Be sure to check out Benozzo Gozzoli’s magnificent frescoes. The “Madonna and Child with Angels and Saints” fresco, located in the Church of San Francesco in Montefalco This masterpiece, created in the 15th century, is admired for its vibrant colors, intricate details, and emotional depth, showcasing Gozzoli’s exceptional talent as an artist. #Montefalco #Umbria #VisitMontefalco #ItalyTravel #WineCountry #ExploreUmbria #montefalcoviews #balconyofumbria #greenheartofitaly #umbrians #sagrantino #sagrantinodimontefalco #arnaldocaprai #italiantrip #italiantravel #italycustomizedtravel #italianexperience #italy_vacations #italytraveltips

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Italy Customized Travel Experts

Linda Sorgiovanni & Alberto Bassilichi are local tour operators in the Historical Centre of Florence. We specialize in tailor made, FIT travel in Italy. Our customized itineraries take care of every aspect of your trip including accommodations, transport, historical and cultural tours, outdoor activities, reservations in the most authentic restaurants and more! As a team that was born and bread right here in this beautiful country, we're not only travel experts, but we know the ins and outs of everything Italy has to offer. I have worked in the travel industry for over 20 years in London and Florence. I was born and raised in Australia. A certified guide, chauffeur driver and sommelier that also takes guests on private tours in Tuscany and other regions in Italy. Alberto was born in Florence as a certified Technical Director, chauffeur driver and guide he takes car of the administration and our team of local guides for our small group and private food tours in both Florence and Rome. We are also the owners of Florence & Rome Urban Adventures. Together we create unforgettable vacations for individuals, couples, small groups, families and MICE events