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Fashion, food, wine, history, and culture – Italy has it all. Whether you’re looking to whisk your partner away on a romantic trip along Venice’s famous waterways, indulge yourself with authentic Italian food and wine in Tuscany, or simply experience some of Italy’s most famous works of art, we can make you an offer you can’t refuse.
Italy has long been one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. The first modern tourists were European aristocrats setting out on "grand tours." Their first destination would invariably be Italy - you had to see the ruins of antiquity and the great artworks from the Renaissance. Italy's contributions to the arts are arguably unrivalled to this day.
Matera is the 2019 European Capital Of Culture. Perched above a ravine in the region of Basilicata, it’s one of the most beautiful and enigmatic cities Europe. It’s also Italy’s best-kept secret, having only emerged as a tourist destination in...
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This wonderful food and wine tour allows you to discover the classic cuisine of Puglia. It is not like classic Italian food, Puglia has Mediterranean influences and is always based on seasonal produce. Using the ingredients available and creating exciting...
Group Trip Departs: • 1st July 2023
The Amalfi Coast is one of the most beautiful parts of Italy. We’ll begin in the scenic coastal town of Sorrento overlooking the Bay of Naples. From here, we’ll make our way to the island of Capri, famed for its...
Group Trip Departs: • 24th June 2023
Discover the birthplace of opera, Italy. You’ll be visiting three great cities, Venice, Verona and Milan. As well as dining on the finest Italian food, you’ll visit the iconic watery streets of Venice, the fashion boutiques of Milan and sail...
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Join this gay group trip in Puglia in Italy which is renowned for its tradition and being a region of culinary excellence. With its mountain towns near to seaside villages, you’ll also find stunning properties, castles and cave homes that...
Group Trip Departs: • 21st October 2023
Discover some of the finest and least touristy destinations in southern Italy. You’ll be staying in luxury accommodation throughout the trip, and discovering the sophisticated food and drink specific to the area. You’ll be visiting UNESCO World Heritage destinations, including...
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Gay Italy: The Amalfi Coast is by far one of the most beautiful pieces of landscape that you could ever witness in your life, whilst the Puglia region of Italy is home to some of the most lovely beaches and...
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Join a gay cycling tour and discover the Italian region of Puglia from north to south. This is a great way to discover the food, wine, art and architecture that makes Italy so glorious. You’ll visit ancient Roman olive groves, kayak along...
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Cycle around one of the most charming parts of Italy with a group of gay travellers. You’ll see stunning landscapes, eat world-class cuisine and visit medieval villages. Our trip will begin in Florence, perhaps the greatest art city in Europe....
Group Trip Departs: • 1st July 2023
The Amalfi Coast is one of the most beautiful parts of Italy. We’ll begin in the scenic coastal town of Sorrento overlooking the Bay of Naples. From here, we’ll make our way to the island of Capri, famed for its...
Group Trip
This wonderful food and wine tour allows you to discover the classic cuisine of Puglia. It is not like classic Italian food, Puglia has Mediterranean influences and is always based on seasonal produce. Using the ingredients available and creating exciting...
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Join esteemed Professor Andrew Lear and discover the gay history of Italy. From the homoerotic artworks of ancient Rome and the Renaissance, you’ll see that same-sex love has been a topic of fascination for many of the greatest artists. From...
Group Trip Departs: • 24th June 2023
Discover the birthplace of opera, Italy. You’ll be visiting three great cities, Venice, Verona and Milan. As well as dining on the finest Italian food, you’ll visit the iconic watery streets of Venice, the fashion boutiques of Milan and sail...
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Join a luxury gay group cycling trip around Puglia and experience Italy in style. You’ll be working up a sweat on your bike – so you can eat as much guilt-free Italian food as you like. On the way, you’ll...
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This gay group trip will show you a part of the world still deeply connected to the distant past. Puglia is the so-called heel of Italy’s “boot”. You’ll see olive oil mills from Roman times, farming methods that remain unchanged for centuries,...
Group Trip Departs: • 23rd September 2023
This wonderful gay yoga group trip to Puglia is the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind and let your mind, body and soul revitalised. You will be spending a week in a beautiful boutique hotel and your days will include...
Group Trip Departs: • 30th September 2023
Italian cuisine is world-famous. This luxury tour will give you the chance to indulge your senses in Salento – picture the boot shape of Italy, it’s on the heel. We’ll see the key sites in the local area and enjoy...
Italy is such a versatile destination. You can experience just about any vacation type you can think of. Some people will travel to Italy with a particular city of experience in mind. Your dream may be to see Venice, a floating city built on stilts in a lagoon. Incidentally, Truman Capote said that “Venice is like eating an entire box of chocolate liqueurs in one go.”
The ruins of the Roman Empire are always going to be a huge draw. The eruption at Vesuvius both destroyed and preserved the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum. You can catch a rare glimpse of daily life in Rome circa AD 79. The city of Pompeii was curried in volcanic ash until the 18th-century. Ironically, were it not for the eruption of the volcano, the city would never have been preserved so well.
Italy’s cuisine is world-famous for a reason. It’s best to think of Italian cuisine regionally rather than nationally. There are so many unique dished to discover and they vary as you travel across the country. Italians take their food very seriously. They understand, as Anthony Bourdain did, that food is about more than just food.
Joining a gay group trip to Italy will help you maximise your experience. You’ll be travelling with like-minded travellers and the guidance of destination experts. We have many different types of group trip to Italy with different departure dates throughout the year. These include several foodie trips to the Puglia region – imagine Italy’s boot, Puglia is the heel. You can join a food and wine tour and discover this most charming of regions.
Next to Puglia you’ll find the Basilicata region, which is home to Matera, one of the world’s oldest cities. Some of our Puglia group trips include a trip to Matera. It’s a city you won’t want to miss. Much of Matera is comprised of cave dwellings. Gazing out over the city from the belvederes, you’ll see how cities would have looked in antiquity. It hasn’t changed much since Roman times.
An ideal group trip option combined the key cities of Italy in one trip. You’ll get to explore Milan, Roma, Naples and more.
Group Trip Departs: • 10th April 2024
Namibia, the soul of Africa, is a land of incredible contrasts that encompasses the ocean, dunes, mountains, and deserts. In this exclusive small group journey, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the awe-inspiring sand dunes of Sossusvlei, witness ancient vistas,...
Group Trip Departs: • 25th January 2024
Escape the winter and discover the vibrant and culturally rich hotspots of Colombia, where the sun shines brighter, and the rhythm never stops. Immerse yourself in the captivating history and breathtaking natural beauty of Bogotá, Medellín, and Guatapé. Let your...
Group Trip Departs: • 9th September 2023
Experience an extraordinary luxury voyage in the Galapagos Islands and get closer to the natural world than you ever have before. On this ultra-luxury gay group trip, you’ll gain a radically different understanding of our planet, returning home with a...
Group Trip Departs: • 17th August 2024
Luxuriate in this summer journey that will wind it’s way from the canals of Venice to the stunning port of Hvar, ranked among the most beautiful destinations in the world. Immerse yourself in the magic of sailing on the Royal...
Group Trip Departs: • 4th June 2024
Embark on a luxurious river cruise experience as you set sail for an unforgettable journey through Burgundy & Provence. This private LGBTQ+ charter takes place on the beautiful Avalon Poetry II. Join 120 friends – new and old – and...
Group Trip Departs: • 6th August 2024
Brand new for 2024, the Luxury Tuscan Summer tour is an opportunity to be immersed in the flavours of Tuscany, exploring epic sights and dining on culinary delights. Known for its landscapes, storied history, legacy of artistic innovation, and place...
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