Choose among 7 Untour locations: Florence, Tuscany, Umbria, Rome,
Venice, Amalfi Coast, Sicily East and Sicily West.
We also offer weekly rentals for independent travellers in
Emilia-Romagna,
Ischia,
Le Marche, and
Sardinia.
Untours apartments are on an historic farmstead outside of Trapani, perfect for daytrips to places all over western and central Sicily. Trapani’s history as a trading port is felt in the Arabic influences of its architecture and food. The area is lush with nature preserves and natural beauty, and fishing villages abound. Palermo and Monreale are nearby, plus important Roman ruins.
- A typical day trip might include:
- A visit to the medieval hill town of Erice, with its stunning views
- A tour of the Duomo in Monreale, with its sublime mosaics
- A scenic drive along the “African Coast” south of Trapani, with views of the salt marshes
- A visit to the archeological sites of Selinunte or Segesta
Sun and surf along the beautiful west coast
African-inflected Italian cuisine, plus lots of the fresh vegetables and seafood, cannoli, gelato and local Marsala wine
Intricate ceramics and dazzling mosaics
Spend one or two weeks here or combine a week here with a week in Rome or Umbria for an Untours Sampler. See the whole island on the Sicily Sampler: A week in Sicily East and a week in Sicily West!
Live the dream! The Amalfi Untour puts you in the heart of the most beautiful stretch of Italy’s coastline. Fairytale villages climb the hills and cling to the cliffs above sparkling beaches. Explore by bus or by boat, and take in the grottos and cityscape from the water! The islands call. And inland day trips include Naples, Pompeii and a host of fascinating archeological sites.
- A typical day trip might include:
- A day to explore the island of Capri
- A trip to Pompeii to explore the ruins
- Gorgeous coastline, pristine beaches, and ferry trips to the islands
Fresh seafood and local wine, the best of Italian pastries
Big cities like Naples, Sorrento and Salerno
Quaint hilltop towns like Ravello and Atrani, with dramatic views down onto the water
Spend a week or twoin this heavenly locale or take a Sampler, combining a week in Amalfi with a week in Rome, Florence, Umbria or Sicily
Apartments are centrally located in the historic core, Santa Croce and the quaint Oltrarno neighborhoods, putting the city’s sights within an easy walk.
- Activities may include:
- A visit to world-class art museums like the Uffizi or the Galleria dell’Accademia to see Michelangelo’s David
- Climbing to the top of the Duomo or better yet the bell tower for a view of the city from above
- A relaxed walk through the Boboli Gardens and lunch in a neighborhood wine bar
Wonderful local markets for fresh produce, antiques or textiles and ceramics
Restaurants with some of the best Tuscan cuisine around
Romantic strolls along the Arno River and across the Ponte Vecchio
Easy daytrips by train to Pisa, Bologna, Ferrara, Arezzo and many other towns
Available as a one- or two-week Untour or as an Untours Sampler. Spend a week in Florence and a second week in Rome, Venice, Umbria, Amalfi coast, Tuscany, or Paris.
Tuscany apartments are in the countryside, near the small towns of Montalcino and Buonconvento, in the heart of the Tuscan wine country. Rolling green hills and cypress trees surround you, in the landscape and small villages that have lured artists for centuries.
- A typical daytrip would be a drive through the gently rolling hills to visit a scenic hilltown or abbey
- Cuisine is the "cucina povera" typical Tuscan cooking...simplicity perfected, and complemented with local wine.
- Great access to Siena - 35 minute easy drive
- Good access to San Gimignano, Montepulciano and the Chianti Valley
- Good access to Florence - approximately a 90 minute drive or 2 hour train ride
- The best of Old World traditions live on in these tight-knit rural communities
- Spend one or two relaxing weeks in this marvelous land or stay a week in Tuscany and another week in Florence, Venice, Rome, Umbria, or the Amalfi Coast on an Untours Sampler.
Apartments are in the countryside near the town of Spoleto, whose world-famous Music Festival in July is just one of it many cultural delights. Umbria offers the same Italian flavor as rural Tuscany but is less "discovered" by tourists. Its lush, green landscape is more rustic and wooded.
- A typical daytrip might include:
- A trip to Assisi to see the Basilica of St. Francis
- A visit to Deruta for its famous artisans of majolica pottery
- A visit to Orvieto, an Italian hill-town without the hills, whose exquisite regional crafts – leatherwork, ceramics, graphic arts - to complement the stunning architecture
Hearty cuisine, specialites of truffles, pork and lentils
Great access to Spoleto, Trevi, Assisi, Deruta, and Perugia
Good access to Rome - approximately and hour and a half train ride
The Umbria Untour is available for one or two weeks. Or combine Umbria with any of our other Italian Untour destinations as an Untours Sampler.
Apartments are ideally situated through this spectacular city enabling Untourists to visit all destinations either on foot or by vaporetto.
- Activities may include:
- A visit to world-class art museums like the Accademia and Gugenheim museums
- The exploration of endless footbridges, canals, and tiny calles or streets
- A foray into one of Venice's lively outdoor markets, where fresh food of all kinds abounds
Succulent cuisine and local bacari or wine bars
Easy trips to Murano for exquisite glass and Burano for colorfully painted houses
A truly delightful city to walk through with no motorized vehicles to get in the way
Available as a one- or two-week Untour or as an Untour Sampler. Spend a week in Venice and a second week in Rome, Florence, Umbria, Swiss Ticino, Tuscany, or Paris.
Untours apartments are in the countryside near Siracusa and the Eastern Coast, perfect for daytrips all over eastern and central Sicily. Siracusa is charming, with its ancient Greek and Roman ruins, lively open air market and picturesque old town, in Ortigia. Day trip to Sicily’s renowned Baroque towns and archeological sites.
- A typical day trip might include
- A trip to the top of Mt. Etna
- A visit to the baroque cities of Noto and Ragusa
- A trip to the ancient amphitheater of Taormina, with views of Etna and the sea.
- Gorgeous coastline, nearby beaches, and lush vegitation
- The freshest seafood, sweet cannoli, and delicate marizpan candies and the local Nero d'Avola wine
- Ancient ruins and natural beauty
- Baroque towns with astounding architecture
- Spend one or two incredible weeks here. Or explore all of Sicily by adding a second week in Sicily West. Sicily East also combines with Rome or Umbria to make an Untour Sampler.
Apartments are centrally located to Rome's famous landmarks, while allowing Untourists to feel 'at home' in their neighborhood, infused with its own flavor.
- Activities may include:
- A visit to ancient Roman sites such as the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and the Imperial Forum
- A stroll through Rome's famous squares or a walk down the Spanish Steps
- A trip to the Vatican to discover St. Peter's Basilica and nearby Vatican museums
- A visit to the myriad of stunning fountains and numerous churches
Delicious Italian cuisine and colorful morning markets
Lovely parks and gardens and a promenade along the Tiber River
Longer day trips to Tivoli, Naples, or Pompeii!
Explore Rome for one or two weeks or combine a week in Rome with a week in Paris or any of any of our other Italian Untours locations on an Untours Sampler.