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Experience the Real Rome
in the Hilltowns Where Tradition Still Lives

No tour buses, no fake menus. Just real food, real stories, and real people — in the Castelli Romani, with Emiliano as your local host.

Choose Your Real Roman Experience

Authentic, local, unforgettable. Browse all our curated day tours — and pick the one that feels made for you.

Cook & Dine in a Real Roman Home – Castelli Romani Experience With Local Recipes, Homemade Pasta & Wine-Paired Lunch

A hands-on Roman cooking experience in a real family home near Rome. Learn traditional recipes, enjoy lunch with local wine, and live a day like a true Roman — no crowds, no tour buses.

Duration

5 hours

Group Size

5 people

Visit the Papal Gardens & Eat Like a Local – Day Trip to Castel Gandolfo with Osteria Lunch in the Castelli Romani

Visit the Pope’s hidden gardens, then enjoy a rustic Roman lunch with wine in the hills of Castel Gandolfo. Transport, tickets, and lunch included.

Duration

6 hours

Group Size

9 people

Authentic Hilltowns of Rome – Borghi Tour with Local Guide, Porchetta Tasting & Hidden Gems

A full-day journey through the most authentic towns of the Castelli Romani — including Frascati, Nemi, Ariccia and Castel Gandolfo. With breakfast, tastings, lake views, and stories from your local Roman guide Emiliano.

Duration

8 hours

Group Size

9 people

🍇 Vineyards & Wine Tasting – Castelli Romani Wine Experience from Rome

Discover authentic wines from Albano Laziale — taste 5+ labels made directly in the Castelli Romani region.

Duration

4 hours

Group Size

9 people

Roman Picnic with Local Flavors – Merenda Romana in the Ancient Park of Tusculum

A hands-on Roman cooking experience in a real family home near Rome. Learn traditional recipes, enjoy lunch with local wine, and live a day like a true Roman — no crowds, no tour buses.

Duration

3 hours

Group Size

5 people

Roman Nature Walk + Local Food in Nemi – Authentic Castelli Day Tour

A hands-on Roman cooking experience in a real family home near Rome. Learn traditional recipes, enjoy lunch with local wine, and live a day like a true Roman — no crowds, no tour buses.

Duration

4 hours

Group Size

9 people

👫 Min. 2 people - 🎁 15% off for groups of 6+

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🧭 Real Italy, Beyond the Monuments
Skip the Colosseum crowds.
Our tours explore villages, not cities — where traditions still live, locals still cook grandma’s recipes, and Roman culture is real, not staged.

You’ll walk through ancient ruins, dine on home-style food, and see landscapes the average tourist will never discover.

These are local experiences, not tourist products.
🕒 Book early — once a date is taken, it’s gone.

👫 Min. 2 people

🚐 Hotel & Airport Pickup Included

Stress-Free Travel from Start to Finish

All our experiences include private pickup and drop-off at your hotel or the airport — making your day completely worry-free.

You don’t have to think about taxis, parking, or meeting points.
We come directly to you, and bring you back safe and relaxed at the end of the tour.

Whether you’re staying in Rome or landing the same day, our service ensures maximum comfort for you and your loved ones.

🧘‍♂️ Just focus on enjoying the experience — we’ll handle the rest.

What Guests Say About EmiTours

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4.91 average from 40 verified guests
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Emily – 🇺🇸 Austin 🎒 Solo Traveler

“I wasn't expecting this to be so emotional. Cooking with nonna made me cry a little.”

Verified Experience – April 2025
★★★★☆

Kevin – 🇺🇸 Denver 🍷 Wine Enthusiast

“Wine was fantastic. I think I'd prefer smaller group next time, but still very enjoyable.”

Verified Experience – January 2025
★★★★☆

Alexander – 🇬🇧 Bristol 📸 Photographer

“Nice experience, not amazing but solid.”

Verified Experience – March 2025
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Amelia – 🇬🇧 Bristol 👩‍❤️‍👨 Couple

“We had some delays but overall a pleasant day.”

Verified Experience – February 2024
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Noah – 🇨🇦 Vancouver 🎒 Solo Traveler

“Guide was nice but the pacing felt a bit too fast.”

Verified Experience – March 2024
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Charlotte – 🇺🇸 Los Angeles 🌿 Nature Lover

“Lunch was delicious, but we missed part of the explanation.”

Verified Experience – April 2025
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James – 🇺🇸 New York 🍷 Wine Enthusiast

“Enjoyed it, but the group was too large for me.”

Verified Experience – May 2025
★★★☆☆

Leon – 🇩🇪 Berlin 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Trip

“Gardens were stunning but guide lacked energy.”

Verified Experience – February 2024
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Henry – 🇬🇧 London 📸 Photographer

“A bit too touristy for my taste, but the wine was great.”

Verified Experience – March 2025
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Sophia – 🇨🇦 Toronto 🎒 Solo Traveler

“The walk through Nemi was pure magic. Food amazing.”

Verified Experience – April 2025
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Hannah – 🇦🇺 Melbourne 👩‍🍳 Culinary Traveler

“Making ravioli with locals felt like visiting my Italian aunt. Magical.”

Verified Experience – May 2025
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Felix – 🇩🇪 Munich 🍷 Wine Taster

“Great wines, beautiful countryside. Slightly crowded though.”

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Olivia – 🇬🇧 Manchester 🏡 Home Lunch Lover

“Lunch in the Roman hills? Yes please. Felt like family.”

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Daniel – 🇺🇸 San Francisco 🧑‍🍳 Food Enthusiast

“Better than any restaurant. We made and ate everything together.”

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Liam – 🇨🇦 Toronto 🍇 Wine Curious

“Nice selection of wines. Would’ve loved a bit more time per stop.”

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Grace – 🇬🇧 London 🥂 Romantic Escape

“From the table setting to the tiramisu, everything was perfection.”

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Sarah – 🇺🇸 Chicago 🍷 Wine Expert

“The guide was a sommelier and we tasted 7 wines. Unforgettable.”

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Lukas – 🇩🇪 Berlin 🍝 Pasta Fanatic

“Great experience but the kitchen was a bit small for the group.”

Verified Experience – April 2025
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Jack – 🇦🇺 Brisbane 🌿 Local Explorer

“Porchetta, wine, music… I didn’t want to leave.”

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Ethan – 🇺🇸 Boston 🍷 Wine Adventurer

“Good wine and friendly host. Transport was a bit tight.”

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Laura – 🇩🇪 Hamburg 🧺 Picnic Lover

“The Roman picnic was unforgettable. Beautiful food, lovely hosts.”

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Tom – 🇬🇧 Leeds 🏞️ Nature Walker

“Great hike and incredible lunch. Maybe too hot in May though!”

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Rachel – 🇨🇦 Montréal 🌸 Garden Dreamer

“The Papal Gardens are a hidden treasure. Lunch with a view = wow.”

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Nathan – 🇺🇸 Seattle 🍷 Vineyard Explorer

“Best wine I’ve ever had. Albano hills were gorgeous.”

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Zoe – 🇦🇺 Perth 🥄 Cooking Curious

“The pasta was fun but I struggled a bit with the dough!”

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Matthew – 🇺🇸 Philadelphia 🚶 Borghi Walker

“Loved the walk through Frascati and Ariccia. True hidden gems.”

Verified Experience – March 2025
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Amelia – 🇨🇦 Ottawa 🥗 Healthy Foodie

“Lunch was healthy and fresh. Just wish we had more dessert!”

Verified Experience – May 2025
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Chris – 🇬🇧 Brighton 👨‍🍳 Pasta Devotee

“I’ll never buy dried pasta again. We made everything from scratch.”

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Sophie – 🇺🇸 Miami 🍷 Wine Collector

“We even bought bottles to ship home. The sommelier was great!”

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Oliver – 🇦🇺 Sydney 🎒 Solo Escape

“Peaceful escape from the city. The wine with lunch was perfect.”

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Isabelle – 🇫🇷 Paris 🌿 Garden Seeker

“The Papal Gardens were straight out of a dream. Pure serenity.”

Verified Experience – May 2025
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George – 🇬🇧 York 👨‍🍳 Beginner Chef

“Loved the fresh ingredients. Could’ve used more space at the table.”

Verified Experience – April 2025
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Megan – 🇨🇦 Calgary 🍇 Wine Discoverer

“They served reds I had never tried before. Brilliant curation.”

Verified Experience – March 2025
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Jonas – 🇩🇪 Köln 🏞️ Nature Trip

“The walk through Nemi felt sacred. Then came the porchetta… wow.”

Verified Experience – April 2025
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Bryce – 🇺🇸 Atlanta 🍷 Chill & Sip

“Wines were excellent but I’d avoid weekends, a bit too busy.”

Verified Experience – May 2025
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Chloe – 🇬🇧 Edinburgh 🥂 Secret Escape

“We ate under vines. This is what I imagined Italy to be.”

Verified Experience – May 2025
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Noah – 🇦🇺 Gold Coast 🍽️ Curious Cook

“Nonna’s kitchen was the best classroom. A bit warm inside.”

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Ava – 🇨🇦 Québec 🧺 Picnic Soul

“Fresh air, real food, blankets in the sun. Can I live here?”

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Emily – 🇺🇸 Boston 🍷 Weekend Wanderer

“The sommelier was a bit fast, but the wine was 10/10.”

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Max – 🇩🇪 Frankfurt 🎒 Solo Explorer

“From the guide to the home lunch in the hills: authentic as hell.”

Verified Experience – May 2025
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