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Seven days on foot through Italy, led by local guides who know every path. Small groups, steady pace, no rushing.
Walk About Italy has been leading small-group walking tours through Italy since 1990. We specialise in journeys designed for travellers who love being active — but want a holiday that feels like a discovery, not a physical test.
Most people who join a Walk About Italy tour book as a couple or on their own — not as part of a pre-formed group. The typical group is 10 to 16 people, mostly from the US, UK, Canada, South Africa and Australia, in their 50s, 60s and 70s.
By the second day, the group already has its rhythm. By the last dinner, most people are exchanging contacts and talking about which tour to do next.
"Over thirty years, I've watched complete strangers become travel companions — and then lifelong friends. That's the part of this job I never take for granted."
Walk About Italy is designed for travellers who enjoy being active, but don't want a holiday to feel like a physical test. The emphasis is always on pleasure, scenery, food, and discovery at a relaxed pace — never on kilometres covered or time elapsed. As a rough guide, 3 km (1.5/2 miles) takes about one hour of walking. Most days you'll be on your feet for 1.5 to 2.5 hours, with plenty of natural stops along the way.
Each tour page lists daily distances, approximate walking time, and terrain notes — so you can judge before you book.
Walk distances and terrain, tour by tour →Our tours involve cobblestones, uneven terrain, and stairs — they are not suitable for people who use a wheelchair or need physical assistance to walk.
If your concern is pace — whether you'll be too slow, or whether your knees will hold up on a downhill — that's a different question. Our guides adapt to the group. No one gets left behind, and no one feels rushed.
Food and wine are never secondary on a Walk About Italy tour — they are one of the main ways we tell the story of a region. Expect farmhouse lunches, regional wine at dinner, and occasional encounters with the people behind the food: a winemaker in Tuscany, a pasta maker in Puglia, a granita bar in Sicily.
Most meals are included, with wine. A couple of dinners are left free so you can explore on your own — a local trattoria rarely costs more than €20–25 a head. Vegetarian, gluten-free, and other dietary needs are accommodated with advance notice.
What's included in every tour →Many of our guests travel on their own — it's one of the most common ways to join a Walk About Italy tour. Groups are small (usually 6 to 12 people, never more than 18), and by the second day most people already have their rhythm together.
If you'd like to share a room, we'll try to match you with a same-gender fellow traveller. If you prefer your own space, a single supplement gives you a private room throughout. Private tours are also available from just one person upwards.
More questions answered in our FAQ →Most days follow a natural rhythm. Morning: meet the group, set off with your local guide through countryside, villages, or coastal paths. The walking is rarely more than 2 hours in total, with natural stops for photos, a coffee, or a view.
Afternoon: time at your own pace — the hotel is usually in or near a historic centre, so there's always somewhere to wander. Evening: dinner together (most nights), with local wine and the kind of conversation that comes easily after a day outdoors.
More about how our tours work →Family-run hotels and farmhouses selected for comfort and character. Never a chain, never a compromise.
Your bags travel ahead to the next hotel. You walk with just a daypack — no carrying, no logistics.
Breakfasts and lunches every day, dinners most nights. Local food, real producers, wine from the region.
Your guide knows your name. The pace adapts to the group — never to the fastest person in it.
From flat coastal paths to alpine trails. Use the filter to match your pace — then check dates and availability.
All rated Easy or Easy–Moderate — designed for relaxed walkers
Bari, Polignano, Alberobello, Ostuni, Matera — explored on foot through trulli villages, ancient olive groves, and cave cities.
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Orvieto, Civita di Bagnoregio, Pitigliano, Sorano — explored on foot through medieval towns, Etruscan paths, and volcanic landscapes.
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Chianti vineyards, Siena's medieval streets, San Gimignano, Montalcino, and the Val d'Orcia — explored on foot, at a pace that lets the landscape sink in.
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Eastern Sicily and the Aeolian Islands — Siracusa, Noto, Taormina, Lipari, Vulcano, Salina — explored on foot, away from the tourist trail.
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Pompeii, Vesuvius, Ravello, Amalfi, Atrani — explored on foot through forests, lemon groves, and coastal paths.
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Manarola, Vernazza, Portofino, Camogli — explored on foot through terraced vineyards, sea-view trails, and fishing villages the tourist crowds never reach.
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Como, Maggiore, Orta — explored by boat and on foot through villa gardens, historic villages, and lakeside promenades.
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Bressanone, Campo Tures, Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Prato Piazza — explored at a gentle pace through vineyards, alpine meadows, and mountain forests.
View tourA selection of reviews from guests who have walked with us.
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It is absolutely impossible to say how wonderful our walking tour with Walk About Italy was. Everything was curated and personalized. The quality of the experiences, the hikes and the guide, Lorenzo, were beyond expected. Food and wine experiences amazing. Knowledge of guide at the level of a polymath. Kindness, quality of accommodation and welcome of Italians so warm. We loved every moment and hope to do another trip next year. For reference, we are a fit very active 70 plus couple and found the level of walking to be accessible and enjoyable. Gianni and his team go above and beyond and we can't recommend them highly enough. Worth every Canadian penny!
We have done a few trips with Walk About Italy Tours over the years and just completed the Puglia tour in October 2025 and once again they exceeded every expectation. Gianni and his team are truly exceptional, their knowledge is incredible, and they have a way of making every tour both interesting and genuinely fun. What really stands out is how they go the extra mile for every guest. The experience feels personal and intimate, and by the end of the trip, it honestly feels like you've made friends for life.
Cinque Terre tour was absolutely a dream. Awesome walks overlooking water many times, quaint towns, good food, and an amazing guide — everyday superb. Hassle free and lovely.
We just completed our fourth tour with Walk About Italy and we loved the Dolomites tour just as much as our previous tours. Roberto and Rudy are excellent guides — very informative, engaging, and simply fun to be around. My wife and I joined a group of 8 others and felt like we became friends by our first dinner together. It is one of the things I love about Gianni's tours — we have become friends with people from around the world and at the end of each tour we hate to part ways. Besides the beautiful scenery of the Dolomites, delicious food, and wonderful accommodations, I also love the detailed planning and organization of each tour. The walks are very doable — don't be intimidated by the Dolomite mountains. Gianni keeps adding tours in different parts of Italy so we will keep coming back. I guess there can be multiple trips of a lifetime!
This was a bucket list item and it did not disappoint! We had a great tour with our two guides, Rudi and Gianni. Very knowledgeable and full of great information all through the week. We visited great spots and off the beaten track places like a great agri-tourism farm that had the most amazing lunch with hand-crafted salami. We went to 3 lakes (Como, Maggiore and Orta), we saw castles and churches, parks and palaces, and walked all over them. This is a great way to tour and being out in the fresh air adds a nice dimension to it all. We dined in great restaurants and made good friends along the way.
The best experience ever! I am well travelled but this took group travel to another level — seamless, excellent itinerary, well planned, super experienced guides, fantastic accommodation, too much food! Mountains, sun and sea, and so lucky as a solo traveller to be welcomed by such a diverse, stunning group of fellow travellers. Matteo and Rudi were great (and very patient 😊) and Gianni set the bar higher. So, will have to choose Walkabout Italy for the next one too! Thank you, to everyone!! See you soon.
This was hands down one of the best things I have ever done in my life. I feel like a review won't even do it justice. Basically, if you're here reading about it, BOOK IT NOW! You won't regret it. The value for money is unreal. The guides are just wonderful. The entire experience is one I will cherish forever.
Terrain: Mostly flat or gently rolling terrain, with well-maintained paths and only occasional short uneven sections.
Distance: Usually shorter walks, around 4.5 to 5.5 km / 3 to 4 miles per day, depending on the itinerary.
Elevation gain: Very limited. There may be a few gentle slopes, but no significant climbs or descents.
Who it is for: Ideal for beginners, casual walkers, families, and anyone looking for a relaxed walking holiday with little physical effort.
Terrain: A mix of flat sections and more uneven ground, with some inclines, steps, or minor obstacles that remain manageable for most reasonably active travellers.
Distance: Generally around 5 to 8 km / 3 to 5 miles per day, depending on the tour and terrain.
Elevation gain: Noticeable but not demanding. Some uphill and downhill stretches may be present, though never steep or prolonged.
Who it is for: Suitable for beginners who want a slightly more active experience, as well as for regular walkers looking for a relaxed but rewarding pace.
Terrain: Varied terrain that may include uneven paths, longer walking sections, and regular uphill or downhill stretches.
Distance: Moderate daily walking time and distance, suitable for travellers who enjoy being active outdoors for a good part of the day.
Elevation gain: More consistent and clearly noticeable, though still within the reach of anyone with a basic to good level of fitness.
Who it is for: Best for active travellers who are comfortable walking for several hours a day and can handle some uneven terrain and sustained inclines.