Embrace the authentic Italian culture and take a piece of Italy with you, forever

About us

Authenticus Italy was born from the desire to show the beauty of our country and the uniqueness of our culture to travelers from around the world. From must-see sites to hidden gems, our philosophy is to showcase the authentic Italian essence through personalized and unique experiences. Our detail-oriented approach and in-depth location knowledge, paired with our extensive network and strong business acumen, allows us to deliver a truly unparalleled experience for our guests. An unplanned stop at a local "caffetteria", a private tour of a family-owned business or a wine-tasting seated with the owner of a winery are just some of the memories we love to leave our clients with.

Our mission

At Authenticus Italy, our mission is to help clients truly experience Italy in a unique and memorable way. We plan bespoke itineraries with a focus on authentic, captivating and unforgettable experiences.
While there are several ways to see Italy, we give our travelers an insider's view of the country. Whether you are an art-lover, a food & wine enthusiast or a history buff, we will design a trip that immerses you and your senses in a journey you will never forget, creating memories that last a lifetime.

OUR MISSION

At Authenticus Italy, our mission is to help clients truly experience Italy in a unique and memorable way. We plan bespoke itineraries with a focus on authentic, captivating and unforgettable experiences.
While there are several ways to see Italy, we give our travelers an insider's view of the country. Whether you are an art-lover, a food & wine enthusiast or a history buff, we will design a trip that immerses you and your senses in a journey you will never forget, creating memories that last a lifetime.

What traveling with us looks like

Family-Run Leather Factory Tour

You will observe first-hand the skilled leather artisans at work. An experienced guide will explain each step in the production process and you will watch how a leather accessory comes to life.

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Evening Tour With a Local

Explore the vibrant atmosphere, the beautiful colors and the unique sites that Florence offers at night. Walking with a new local friend, experience the city as the true locals do and see  the city’s attractions through their eyes.

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Wine & Food Experience in the Tuscan Countryside

A cornerstone of art, food and culture, Tuscany is the perfect escape, with its surroundings of lush vineyards and olive groves. You will start with a walking tour of the vineyard to learn about the history of the iconic Tuscan wine and the process behind its creation. Afterwards, you’ll taste several wines, followed by a lunch in the garden where you’ll enjoy a multi-course meal, with a different variety of wine served with each course!

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Vespa Tour With Food Tasting

Hop on the back of a Vespa and travel the city like a true Roman! Your driver will lead you on an exhilarating private tour throughout the streets of the Eternal City. Discover local spots you would never find on your own, and see secret sites, neighborhoods and locations. Along the way you will make numerous stops to snap photos, learn about the history of the city, and taste local food!

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Underground Tour of the Ancient Aqueducts

Everyone knows the famous Trevi Fountain, but less well known are the underground passages that stretch beneath the Trevi district. Venture nine meters beneath Rome’s surface to discover the secrets of ​​Vicus Caprarius, the City of Water.

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Travel Advisors

At Authenticus Italy, we thrive on lasting partnerships with passionate travel advisors like you. We work closely with you to ensure every journey is perfectly crafted and executed. With exclusive experiences and local expertise, we help you offer your clients truly personalized trips that stand out. Together, we transform each journey into an unforgettable memory.

What Sets Us Apart
We take pride in offering more than just standard travel services—we strive to elevate your business:

  • ‍Personalized Approach: Each inquiry starts with a call to tailor our proposals.
  • ‍Fast Turnaround: Efficient responses to keep you moving forward.
  • ‍Clear Pricing: All quotes in USD, for ease and transparency.
  • ‍Enhanced Proposals: Visually engaging presentations with a video walkthrough, helping you showcase itineraries effectively.
  • Commissions: We pay commissions promptly after the completion of your client's trip. That’s a promise.

New Inquiry
We'd love to help you create the perfect proposal for your client. To start a new inquiry, please download this client brief and share with us.

‍Partner Portal
As a member of our travel advisor hub, you can attend live destination trainings, access dining and travel guides, and learn how to collaborate on crafting personalized itineraries for your clients. This platform equips you with the tools and knowledge to create unforgettable travel experiences.

PARTNER PORTAL

Get Inspired

Amalfi Coast

The Amalfi Coast is made up of 13 delightful seaside towns encompassing 100 beaches. Eye-catching coastal cliffs, rich vegetation and colorful towns blend with disarming turquoise waters, creating a unique scenery that evokes charme, relaxation and tradition.

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"Amalfi Coast is a dreamlike destination that doesn’t seem real."
- Alberto Moravia

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Florence

Florence was built on the site of an Etruscan settlement and the later ancient Roman colony of Florentia. A symbol of the Renaissance, the city is known worldwide for its extraordinary history, elegant palaces and legendary attractions, together with the delicious Tuscan cuisine.

"And when I thought of Florence, it was like a miracle city embalmed and like a corolla, because it was called the city of lilies and its cathedral, St. Mary of the Flowers."
- Marcel Proust

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Tuscany

Tuscany occupies much of the former Grand Duchy of the same name. The characteristic landscape is a blend of gently rolling green hills leading on to sharply peaked mountains. A cornerstone of art, food and culture, Tuscany is the perfect escape to relax, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves.

"I am a product of my native land, Tuscany."
- Andrea Bocelli

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Rome

Caput Mundi (Capital of the World) and Urbs Aeterna (Eternal City) perfectly hold still today to describe the uniqueness of Rome. With its astonishing monuments, vibrant atmosphere and breathtaking art, Rome is simply one of the most fascinating, romantic and charismatic cities globally.

"Yes, I have finally arrived to this Capital of the World! I now see all the dreams of my youth coming to life… Only in Rome is it possible to understand Rome."
- Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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Naples

Naples is the third-largest city in Italy after Rome and Milan and one of the most captivating art cities on the Mediterranean Sea. The city dominates the Gulf of Naples and offers an evocative view, from the imposing volcanic Mount Vesuvius to the magnificent islands of Capri, Ischia and Procida.

"I leave. I will never forget Via Toledo or all the other districts of Naples; in my eyes it is, without any comparison, the most beautiful city in the universe."
- Stendhal

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Sicily

Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. Eternal crossroads of the Mediterranean, it is a melting-pot of multiple souls and heritage of the Hellenic, Roman, Byzantine, Arab and Norman majesty. Sicily is an artistic and architectural gem surrounded by crystal waters. The slow-paced, captivating and ancient culture is reflected also in its delicious cuisine.

"And anyone who has once known this land can never be quite free from the nostalgia for it."
- D.H. Lawrence

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Venice

Founded in the 5th century AD and spread over 118 small islands, Venice is an extraordinary architectural masterpiece. A timeless city of marble palaces built on a lagoon, Venice has no roads, just canals and 'calli', and even the smallest buidling contains works by some of the world's greatest artistis such as Giorgione, Tiziano, and Veronese.

"When I seek another word for music, I never find any other word than Venice"
- Friedrich Nietzsche

Meet the team

Born and raised in Palermo, Sicily, Alberto received his bachelor’s and master’s degree in management from Università Cattolica in Milan.

He started his career at Accenture and then worked at J.P. Morgan in Milan and New York, before obtaining his MBA from INSEAD in Fontainebleau. It is also thanks to his time abroad that Alberto realized how passionate he is about Italy and decided to share his love for his homeland with others.

Addicted to the sea, on his time off, you will likely find Alberto windsurfing in his native Gulf of Mondello.

General Manager
Alberto

Martina is a real Brianzola, a country girl attached to her North Italian origins. After obtaining a Bachelor Degree in Art History at Milan University, she worked as event planner and tour guide, fostering her obsession for organizing experiences. She then traveled the world, eventually settling in Washington DC to work for the Smithsonian Institution as Curator Assistant. But Italy was calling her and she returned to set roots in her beloved country. After gaining extensive experience in Sales at Fedrigoni, Martina brought her skills to her first love, tourism, and joined Authenticus Italy.

When she is not designing the next dream trip, you can find Martina making fresh orecchiette for her family or blissfully dancing to Caribbean rhythms with her friends.

Travel Designer
Martina

An authentic Milanese, Vincenzo graduated in Food Technology. With a great aptitude for community-building, at university he was already organizing events for international travelers. He obtained a European Master in Tourism Management between Denmark, Slovenia and Spain. Once back in Milan, he started his career in the travel industry, first in event management at Presence Switzerland, then in travel marketing at Europ Assistance and afterwards in business simplification at Bizaway. But it is only at Authenticus Italy that he embraced the mission to share his love for his beautiful country.

Playing tennis, surfing and immersing himself in nature, together with his love for food, are for Vincenzo the best rituals to recharge and find inspiration on his time off.

Travel Designer
Vincenzo

Born and raised in Sicily, Elisa considers herself a citizen of the world. After studying and working in Milan, she decided to pursue her greatest passion: traveling. From the Canary Islands to Costa Rica, she lived life-changing experiences and returned to Italy with the awareness that traveling is the most beautiful experience of all. Building on her experience as professional tourist photographer and startupper, Elisa loves helping other people feel authentic emotions while traveling in her beautiful country.In her free time, she is a dancer, a sports enthusiast and an avid reader.

Travel Designer
Elisa

Born and raised in Milan, Eleonora graduated in Tourism Sciences and Local Community.

Passionate about the travel industry from a young age, she explored the world of luxury hospitality between Dubai and Milan, working as a guest relations and concierge agent in 5-star hotels. After obtaining her Master in Management of Culture and Artistic Heritage, she served as a marketing and communication specialist at Dove Viaggi, Corriere della Sera’s travel magazine. In addition to her enthusiasm for tourism, Eleonora has also nurtured her love for events by working as an event account in the finance industry.

Eleonora enjoys visiting exhibitions and museums, exploring off-the-beaten-path destinations and she is an excellent connoisseur of wine and fine cuisine.

Travel Designer
Elenora

Originally from a small town in Sicily, Maria graduated in Interpreting and Translation from the IULM University of Milan. A food lover and foreign culture enthusiast, she loves to find a way of communicating with people from different places, maybe by cooking them a nice tiramisù to eat all together.

Maria has worked for Johnson Controls in technical translation, sales support, and marketing; she did translations and marketing for Milano Finanza and Class Editori and seasonally worked in the tourism sector. Traveling and discovering new places to get lost is always on her bucket list.

On the weekend, you’ll always find Maria cooking her new recipes, exploring new destinations, or writing a book that maybe one day will come to life.

Operations Specialist
Maria

Born and raised in Piedmont, Gabriele has always been fascinated by his country and the world of tourism. After graduating from the University of Turin, he enrolled in a Postgraduate course in Linguistic Mediation for Marketing and Tourism Management at the Scuola Superiore per Mediatori Linguistici of Pisa.

Thanks to his previous jobs, he has lived in different parts of the Belpaese. Whether working as a castle guide or a booking agent, from a hut under Mont Blanc to an office in Milan, his mission has always been the same: helping foreign people discover Italy's hidden gems.

Gabriele loves traveling and meeting new people. On his time off, you might bump into him at a concert, a tennis court, or a museum

Operations specialist
Gabriele

Born and raised in “Ciociaria”, in the heart of southern Lazio, Elisa pursued her passion for languages and literature earning her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Literary Translation with honors from Naples University “L’Orientale”. 

She started her professional path in theaters as a freelance translator and assistant director, where she mastered the art of reading between the lines. She later shifted into the tourism world, leading operations at a small company and diving into content creation. She's amazed by the seamless connection between creative vision and client satisfaction, and following this fil rouge, she joined the Operations Team at Authenticus Italy.

When she's not busy decoding travelers' minds, you can find her catching a play, hunting for rare books and records, or composing music on the piano.

Operations specialist
Elisa

Sabina was born and raised in Milan, where she developed a deep passion for culture and international connections while building a strong foundation in languages and cultural mediation through her studies in Interpretation and Translation.

Her academic journey, complemented by work experience in the Netherlands, enriched her perspective on the travel industry and enhanced her ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds. Professionally, Sabina gained valuable experience in a boutique hotel in the heart of Milan and at the Triennale Milano, honing her skills in hospitality, cultural engagement, and organizational coordination.

Passionate about sports, exploring different cuisines, and learning new languages, Sabina finds great fulfillment in uncovering traditions and sharing the unique beauty of Italian culture with the world.

Operations specialist
Sabina

From our travellers

My family and I had an amazing time on our vacation to Italy, which Authenticus Italy had arranged for us. None of us had been to Italy before and I think they really set the bar high on what Italy can offer. What I particularly liked about the trip is that from the minute we landed everything was already taken care of and we were able to do things that we wouldn’t have even known existed had we booked ourselves, like a Vespa tour of Rome or a Michelin-star resto in Florence that gave us access to their private museum after dinner.

Christina

Our family had a great time in Italy, all thanks to Martina! She carefully understood what we wanted and she delivered with perfection. From arranging the best guides to booking the right trips she did it all. The best part was the flexibility of the plan that we needed, she helped us change tours at the last moment, even add a few ones. We are planning to head back to Italy soon. A big thanks to the team at Authenticus Italy and a big shout out to Martina. Italy you have our heart.

Tony

Alberto was wonderful to work with, customizing the trip to our specific budget and desired activities, coupled with his recommendations of things to do/see. His flexibility and willingness to understand our needs made it a joy to work with him. The trip itself was outstanding. All the events he planned for us were excellent. We had a wonderful time. His work and planning made the trip much less stressful. I highly recommend using Authenticus Italy if you are interested in traveling in Italy.

Tom

You made our Italy trip truly memorable and hassle free. The tour guides and the car and vespa drivers added to the beautiful memories. Both Florence and Rome city tour guides were so knowledgeable and so accommodating! In summary, AuthenticusItaly gave us such a great, warm and memorable experience that we surely look forward to other trips to Italy.

Connie

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