ByDesign is Nada’s Italy exclusive department for custom tours Italy. Staffed by passionate expats who know the country inside and out, this expert team has decades of experience crafting personalized itineraries with a special focus on Italy. Unlike our Small Group Tours, Custom Tours creates fully private, tailor-made tours based on each traveler or group’s unique interests. Whether for families, social groups, or corporate retreats, we offers unforgettable, customized Italian experiences that removes all the stress or hassle from travel logistics – Transportation, Stays, Meals, Excursions & Beyond.
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We listen to your preferences, passions, and dreams, and create an itinerary that brings them to life. Whether it’s art, food, history, or adventure – your tour will reflect exactly what matters most to you.
Our local experts and guides have insider knowledge of Italy’s best-kept secrets. You'll get access to private tours, authentic cultural experiences, and off-the-beaten-path destinations.
No rigid schedules – our custom tours give you the freedom to explore at your own pace. Whether you prefer a leisurely day or a packed itinerary, it’s all about what you want.
From transportation to accommodations, we handle all the logistics. You’ll experience seamless travel with no worries, so you can focus on enjoying every moment.
We begin with a conversation to really understand your needs, interests, and expectations for the trip.
We’ll send you a draft itinerary and work with you to refine it until it’s just right.
Once you're happy with the final itinerary, we’ll take care of all the bookings and confirmations for a smooth, stress-free experience.
Family-friendly itineraries that combine fun and relaxation for multiple generations.
Example: A family of eight celebrated a 50th anniversary with a scenic trip from Venice to Tuscany. The trip included a surprise cooking class and a family photo shoot!
What’s better than a special trip for a special anniversary or birthday?
Example: A traveler surprised his girlfriend with a proposal she’d never forget along the Amalfi Coast… at a hidden cave, serenaded by violinists at sunset. It was absolutely magical.
Visit ancestral hometowns, reconnect with your roots.
Example: A grandmother brought her kids and grandkids on a heritage tour to Sicily. It was emotional reconnecting with the town where her parents were born.
Your romantic getaway truly tailored to you.
Example: For a pair of honeymooners we arranged a special private winery tour completed with a romantic picnic between the vines. A basket with local cheeses, bread and wine made the magic.
Visit wineries and local farms, take a cooking class or two, a special culinary retreat for you.
Example: Two foodie friends wanted to do something special in Tuscany…so we set up an unforgettable cooking experience in a private home of a food journalist and critic. They had a blast cooking and tasting like locals.
Get together and enjoy a relaxed time to bond, build, and (re)connect.
Example: An influencer traveled with her followers for a week in Rome and Florence. Their private group modified an existing group tour itinerary to fit their style. They had a Fabulous time!
"Our trip to Rome, Sorrento/Amalfi Coast/Pompei, Florence, and Tuscany was a dream vacation! Nada's Italy planned a custom trip for our family and it was a totally awesome experience for us from beginning to end. Everything was accounted for - drivers, guides, even a few changes in-country and we had a seamless, stress-free vacation as a result. Nada's experience in providing enjoyable vacations was evident as every detail was accounted for. We also especially appreciated their guidance and recommendations as we planned our vacation, making suggestions along the way, but also listening to what our likes and preferences were. In addition, for what you get, they represent a good value. I highly recommend them without reservation. We will be using them again!"
"We just got back from an 8 day trip to Italy, planned by Nada's Italy. Everything was easy- from the initial planning meetings, to finding the best places to eat, to getting around Italy- it was all seamless. They worked with us every step to make sure we had an amazing trip and got the most for our time and money. The guides and drivers they set us up with were knowledgeable and professional, and made the trip so much fun. Would 100% recommend anyone travelling to Italy to use Nada's."
"We were referred to Nada's Italy by friends. We worked with Simona and she did not disappoint. From the very beginning she listened to our unique needs, then catered our trip to meet them. From the travel arrangements to the tour guides to the hotels, all aspects of our trip met or exceeded expectations. Would absolutely recommend using this group if you're traveling to any of their destinations."
"We could not have asked for a better honeymoon! We are both busy surgical residents and didn't have time to plan a honeymoon! Nada's Italy did all the work for us! The trip was perfect! Everything went so smoothly! We would not change a thing! A++++"
"Nada’s Italy has planned two memorable trips for our family: Italy and Portugal. Both trips were wonderful crediting the Nada’s Italy team for designing our itineraries, providing outstanding tour guides, reliable transportation and superior hotels. Pleasant to deal with, fast and efficient. Looking forward to planning another trip with Nada’s!"
