Discover Italy in a more personal way with IAMCLE’s unique, reasonably priced small-group trips. Explore the places, people, history, and culture of Italy at a more intimate pace.
Each trip is led by IAMCLE Travel Coordinator and Guide Dr. Paola Basile, a native of Rome and professor of Italian Studies at Lake Erie College. With more than 20 group trips to Italy under her belt, Dr. Basile brings a deep knowledge of the country, its culture, and its people to every journey.
From accommodations and transportation within Italy to thoughtfully planned excursions and experiences, the details are taken care of for you, leaving you more time to explore, learn, and enjoy Bella Italia!

Stay at a five-star Tuscan resort with thermal baths and spa while exploring some of central Italy’s most beautiful towns and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Siena, San Gimignano, Montalcino, Orvieto, and the Val d’Orcia. The trip includes private transportation, breakfasts and dinners, a cooking class, wine tastings, and visits t
Stay at a five-star Tuscan resort with thermal baths and spa while exploring some of central Italy’s most beautiful towns and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Siena, San Gimignano, Montalcino, Orvieto, and the Val d’Orcia. The trip includes private transportation, breakfasts and dinners, a cooking class, wine tastings, and visits to historic sites connected to Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo.

Stay at four- and five-star beachfront resort hotels while exploring the spectacular coastline, historic towns, and ancient sites of southern Italy, including Tropea, Paestum, Reggio Calabria, Pizzo, and Diamante. The trip includes private transportation, breakfasts and dinners, a boat tour along Calabria’s Coast of the Gods, local food t
Stay at four- and five-star beachfront resort hotels while exploring the spectacular coastline, historic towns, and ancient sites of southern Italy, including Tropea, Paestum, Reggio Calabria, Pizzo, and Diamante. The trip includes private transportation, breakfasts and dinners, a boat tour along Calabria’s Coast of the Gods, local food tastings, and visits to the Riace Bronzes, ancient Greek temples, the Royal Palace of Caserta, and other cultural treasures.
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