Intrepid Italy

Intrepid Italy is your inspirational guide to discovering the most engaging and fulfilling experiences from across the country, for locals, new and repeat visitors alike. Whether it’s your first time exploring this vast country, or you’re looking for new corners to discover, this guide is not just a checklist of things to do, but instead offers insight into the tapestry of things that make Italy such a popular destination - its rich history, art and culture; the diverse natural landscapes and regions; unmissable (and outside-the-box) food and wine experiences; and its fun and vibrant festivals and events. Whether you’re dipping into one of Italy’s many historic cities or looking to deep-dive into regions and islands away from the throngs of tourists, this guide will provide all the inspiration, ideas and information you need to discover Italy in all of its facets.

This guidebook will help you gain greater insight and understanding of the people, places and culture, to learn from locals who can help you discover the authentic, the eccentric, the rare and the astonishing. All done with an eye to sustainability, to celebrate the planet and protect its unique environments, and making ethical choices that give back to the local makers and communities.

Intrepid Travel has been on a mission to create positive change through the joy of travel since 1989. Headquartered in Australia, Intrepid offers over 1000 small group adventures across every continent. As the world’s largest purpose-led adventure travel company (and a proud B Corp), Intrepid strives to balance purpose and profit through an ethical and conscious approach to travel for travellers and the communities they visit.

In 2023, Intrepid was named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential Companies, alongside other recent accolades including Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies award (2021, 2022, 2023), the Best for the World - Governance award from B Lab, B Corporation (2022), and TTG Media’s Touring & Adventure Operator of the Year (2022).