Perillo Tours Celebrates Eighty Years of Luxury Travel with an Exclusive Italian Journey, Travel Like an Italian Noble, Through Tuscany and Verona

Published on April 4, 2025

To commemorate its 80th anniversary, Perillo Tours—the premier U.S. tour operator to Italy since 1945—introduces its exclusive “Travel Like an Italian Noble” itinerary through Perillo Custom Vacations. This $80,000 per couple, private luxury journey through Tuscany and Verona grants privileged access to noble estates and iconic cultural landmarks, delivering an unparalleled Italian experience with the bespoke service that defines Perillo’s legacy.

Celebrating eight decades as the foremost name in Italian travel, Perillo Custom Vacations (formerly ItalyVacations.com) has expanded beyond FIT (Fully Independent Travel) services into a comprehensive Perillo-branded collection, offering tailor-made Italian itineraries for independent travelers seeking personalized, immersive experiences.

“For three generations, my family has been perfecting the art of Italian travel—building strong local relationships and learning what it takes to create truly special experiences,” said Steve Perillo, third-generation owner of Perillo Tours. “We know travel advisors need more than just a great itinerary—they need trusted expertise and real access. That’s exactly what Perillo Custom Vacations delivers. This exclusive 80th-anniversary itinerary is a reflection of our deep connections, love for Italian culture, and dedication to helping advisors give their clients something unforgettable.”

Travel Like an Italian Noble

This ultra-luxury Italian itinerary offers discerning travelers an exclusive journey through Tuscany and Verona, blending culture, opulence, and authenticity. Available through 2026, guests will enjoy hand-curated, intimate experiences, including:

• A private after-hours tour of Casa Buonarroti, Michelangelo’s former Florence residence, followed by an exclusive visit to a Florentine sculptor’s studio.
• Truffle hunting in the Tuscan countryside alongside an expert truffle hunter and his dog.
• Front-row seating at a Verona Arena open-air opera, performed in a Roman amphitheater dating back to 30 AD, followed by a private terrace dinner at the arena.
• A family-guided tour of Acetaia Leonardi, Modena’s oldest acetaia, featuring 3,000 aging barrels and a tasting of “Black Gold”—the family’s 150-year-old balsamic vinegar.
• A visit to Castello di Collalto, a private 13th-century aristocratic castle, with a rare opportunity to meet its noble residents.
• A guided vineyard tour of Tenuta di Argiano’s Renaissance estate and underground wine cellar, complete with a tasting of its World Champion wine and prestigious “cellar brothers.”
• Driving a classic roadster through the scenic Prosecco Hills of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene, paired with a private helicopter flight over Lake Garda and a professional countryside photoshoot.
• Luxury accommodations, including a five-star villa stay at Il Borro, a Relais & Châteaux wine estate in Tuscany, and a stay at the historic Due Torri Hotel—where Mozart himself resided in 1770.

The starting price of $80,000 per couple is based on double occupancy. Pricing, accommodations, and activities may vary depending on seasonality and availability.

Perillo added, “In celebrating this milestone, we wanted to craft a trip that is as extraordinary as Italy itself. By granting access to Italy’s most hidden gems and offering unforgettable personal experiences, we’ve created an itinerary that lets guests feel like true Italian nobility.” 

With longstanding roots in Italy, Perillo Custom Vacations excels in crafting personalized travel experiences tailored to a wide range of trip lengths and budgets. Independent travelers can select from a curated library of suggested itineraries—customizing them to match their unique preferences—or work directly with a Perillo Custom Vacations expert to design a fully bespoke journey from the ground up, based on individual interests, timing, and budget.

Available services include international and domestic flights, rail tickets, car rentals, and private chauffeur arrangements, along with exclusive access to Perillo’s privately contracted hotels, luxury villas, immersive day tours, and one-of-a-kind, handcrafted experiences.