After the pandemic stopped most foreign travel, I took several "virtual tours" with Mario through the Weekend in Italy web site. His knowledge base of history seems limitless and... read more the many images we looked at were thoughtfully prepared. He fills out the tour with many anecdotes that help bring the places, people and art to life. After I took the first tour on "Secrets of the Sistine Chapel" I immediately signed up for two others. None have disappointed. During this period in which we're forced to be armchair travelers, I can think of nothing more pleasurable than these virtual trips to Italy guided by Mario. Highly recommend!

  The way Mario guides adults and kids through the world of art is unique and fascinating. Apart from an extensive knowledge of the subject, he is able to captivate his... read more audience with his vivid interest and the uniqueness of his way of diving into the facts and events representing the background of each masterpiece. I have never seen anybody mastering the details and the biographies of artists as Mario. My kids are always enchanted by Mario’s presentations and explanations. This is a five star artistic experience. Highly recommended.

  Flying over roofs of Firenze, to have a look into the galleries of Uffizi, to see Santa Maria Novella from above and then to jump over the undulating hills of... read more Tuscany to Milano, go down to see the Sforza Castle and to hear how Leonardo da Vinci entertained Ludovico Moro and his court with gigantic machinery and robotic monsters, even to see it enacted on film – it seems that the pleasure of travelling returns to us, with more joy than before. And yes, it can be done now, in these tumultuous times, despite of all the restrictions imposed on travelling. Just take a virtual tour organized and guided by Mario. With his knowledge of Italian art and culture, he zooms us through the land and history with enthusiasm. So far, I have taken quite a few of these tours and plan to go for more. It is an immense pleasure for me, it is a journey like no other, and also a flight over the memory lane, with the warm feeling of satisfaction, I’m sure you all know why. Try it!

  In these difficult times it is incredible how easy it is to have a trip around the world, and Mario is the best guide to make it real!
With... read more some friend we arrange a Private Guided Tour of the paint "Taking of Christ" by Caravaggio, one of the top italian painters!
Not only Mario accompanied us in Dublin, where this incredible paint is held, but also in Rome, in Scotland.... and back in time!!!
Great explanation of the art and the history behind a great italian artist!
Until the next one, Mario!

  Mario worked with us, He was great, understood our needs, was responsive. Our guide Riccardo was excellent. He was knowledgeable, kind and attentive to our questions.... read more

I can't say enough about this company and will be back with them again.

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  My husband and I went to Italy in September 2021 for our honeymoon. Mario was with us for 3 days in Rome for the Baroque Rome walking tour, Ancient Rome... read more Walking tour, and the day at the Vatican. Mario was THE BEST!! He is so knowledgeable about all things Rome, every question we had he was able to answer in incredible detail. He is funny and entertaining and simply the best guide we could ask for. If you want to have a unique and informative experience during your Italy travels, please use Mario and his Grand Tour colleagues!