Bespoke Italian Travel,
Crafted by Rural Escapes

Think of us as your personal connector and amico (friend) in Italy. We are a human-first service dedicated to helping private guests, families, groups, and even agencies plan and execute flawless, authentic Italian trips.

We are not a faceless algorithm. We are real people, on the ground, who handle the research, logistics, and bookings so you can simply enjoy the dolce vita (sweet life).

Our process is personal and built on a conversation.

1. Get in Touch: It starts with your short message via our contact form.

2. The Discovery Call: We’ll schedule a complimentary 20-minute discovery call to meet you, understand your travel dreams, your style, and your budget.

3. Your Bespoke Proposal: Based on our call, we’ll craft a clear, transparent proposal and quotation for our services. There are no obligations and no surprises.

We believe in 100% transparency. Our pricing is straightforward:

• Mamma Mia!: This service is complimentary when you already know the property you wish to book. If you'd like us to research and create a personalized property shortlist for you, a planning fee may apply.

• La Dolce Vita: Our bespoke itinerary design service starts from €280 for a trip of up to 10 days.

• Andiamo!: Our daily, in-destination concierge support starts from €10 per day.

All costs will be clearly itemized in the proposal we send after our free discovery call.

ou absolutely can, but planning a trip to Italy can be a stressful, full-time job. We save you two things: time and stress.

We give you access. Because we are based here, we have personal relationships and on-the-ground knowledge. We know the charming trattoria that isn't on Google, which side of the accommodation has the best view, and the right person to call when something goes wrong.

Perfetto! We love working with savvy travelers, and our services are designed to support you.

You can do all your own planning and still get our benefits. Here’s how:

1. Use our Mamma Mia! service to book the hotels you've chosen. It's complimentary, and you'll get our VIP perks.

2. Add our Andiamo! package (from €10/day) to your trip. You arrive with your plan, and we act as your on-call support for restaurant bookings, transfers, and any last-minute needs while you're here.

You get the fun of planning with the peace of mind of our support.

Tell us everything! The more we know, the better. We want to hear about your travel style (fast-paced and active, or lento and relaxed?). What are your passions (food and wine? art history? fashion? hiking?). Let us know your must-haves, your budget, and even your "do-not-want" list.

It’s our job to listen and translate your vision into a flawless Italian avventura.

e design all kinds of authentic Italian experiences, from solo adventures to complex group events. Our specialty is creating bespoke journeys for:

• Solo Travelers

• Couples & Honeymooners

• Small Groups of Friends

• Multi-Generational Family Reunions

We also have extensive experience in planning and managing special events, including:

• Boutique Corporate Meetings & Executive Retreats

• Wellness & Yoga Retreats

• Milestone Celebrations (like birthdays or anniversaries)

• Elegant Bachelor/Bachelorette Trips

• Themed Journeys, such as culinary tours, art history deep-dives, or property-finding trips.

If your trip is focused on an authentic Italian experience, we can design and support it.