Francesco put together an amazing itinerary f...
Italy | Apr 2 - Apr 16, 2025

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Marlyn C.
Boston, MA | Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025

Francesco put together an amazing itinerary for us based on what we wanted our trip to look like. He thought of everything from hotels, tours, transfers to different locations. The hotels were all smaller, more personal hotels with very attentive and friendly staff. We loved each one for the authenticity and old Italy feel. The hotels were centrally located with easy access to restaurants, tour meeting spots and other interesting sites. The tours were small in numbers and the guides were very fun and informative. We never felt rushed or hurried! All of our transportation needs were met with comfortable cars, pleasant and helpful drivers. The 2 times they were running late due to unforeseen traffic issues we were notified of the slight delays. Our vacation to Italy was everything we had hoped for and so much more. Working with Francesco, and Luca, who was available when Francesco was not, was the best decision in planning this vacation. They were easily accessible if I had a question and got right back to me if I reached out! For our 1st trip to Italy, not knowing the language or the culture this 16 day adventure was about as stressful free as it could possibly have been. Thank you Francesco, Luca, and KimKim for an unforgettable memory we will cherish forever.

Hotel Reviews
Mediterranean Boutique Hotel

We had the best room in the whole hotel on the 3 rd floor overlooking the beach with balconies on either side of the room. Always a sunny spot with views of sunset and sunrise as well as Mt Stromboli in the distance.

Authenticity & Character
Lovely spacious balconies, nice pool area, beautiful walkways to beach level
Location
Overlooking the beach, easy walking distance to center of town with lots of shops and restaurants
Staff
Very friendly and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Trevi Rome
Rome

Hotel has rooms in several nearby buildings, very old Italy feel. The most comfortable beds, updates baths, old beautiful buildings

Authenticity & Character
Loved the old buildings while room itself was updated for comfort and convenience
Location
Right in the heart of Trevi Fountain area, lots of food, shops, to pick from right out your door
Staff
So great and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
La Ciliegina Lifestyle Hotel
Naples

When we arrived, they wished my husband happy birthday and brought us complimentary drinks up on the roof terrace! Gave wonderful tips for places to eat for dinner. Of course there were more than enough options and we absolutely loved the places they recommended

Authenticity & Character
Each hotel was very unique and different. We loved them all!
Location
Central to so many site and easy to find our way back
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Zi Teresa
Sorrento

Loved the decor. Very comfortable and spacious rooms

Authenticity & Character
Location
Again, central to much of what we wanted to see
Staff
Front desk staff were always friendly and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Pizza cooking class in Naples
Pizza cooking class in Naples
Naples

The one tour that didn’t happen. Went to the location, was told location changed. Went to new location, was told it was back at the original location. We went to dinner elsewhere and gave up. I alerted KimKim to this so they would know of the problem and hopefully not use this class again, they refunded our payment.

Colosseum, Roman Forums and Palatine Hill
Colosseum, Roman Forums and Palatine Hill
Rome

It was an amazing tour so glad we did this

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We got lost looking for the metro and ended up walking all the way to the tour meeting place. Totally our fault in confusing GPS guide. Luckily we had given ourselves more than enough time and enjoyed lots of wonderful sites along the way
Vatican & Sistine Chapel - Small Group Tour
Vatican & Sistine Chapel - Small Group Tour
Rome

Totally worth the time and walking. Loved this!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Better at finding the meeting spot the second try
Naples Walking Tour With Underground Ruins
Naples Walking Tour With Underground Ruins
Italy

Great guide,Tittie, it was just two of us with her so she totally paced the tour to our needs. Learned so much from her and had a ball!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Meeting spot at park in front of hotel!
Capri and the Sorrentine Peninsula by boat
Capri and the Sorrentine Peninsula by boat
Italy

Loved this boat ride to Capri! Great guides and boat captain, loved the tour, explanations, and the whole experience.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Pompeii  Excavations half-day Tour
Pompeii Excavations half-day Tour
Italy

Had a small tour group with a fabulous guide. Francesco was very knowledgeable, shared lots of interesting tidbits, was interesting, fun, and we were awed by the whole experience

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Amalfi coast discovery tour with Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello
Amalfi coast discovery tour with Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello
Italy

Stunning views from bus ride along Amalfi Coast and from Amalfi to Ravello, and on the ferry from Positano to Amalfi. As well as the ride back to Sorrento thru the mountains!

Quality of Experience
Perfect amount of time in each city to see and experience each one
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Day at leisure in Sorrento
Day at leisure in Sorrento
Sorrento

Decided to plan our own walking tour on our last day in Sorrento. I did a google search, mapped out a route and we set off. Loved strolling around the city, finding lots of hidden gems, ended up at the marina for lunch. It was a perfect day and the perfect way to end our stay in Sorrento as we had planned tours on all the other days.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Took a taxi back to hotel as we have not walked as much as we did these 2 weeks! Exhausted every day but wouldn’t have missed these experiences for anything!❤️
Local specialist: Francesco Ferraiuolo