“Carlo – … We took a tour of Italy using your services, in the middle of May. I had not left North America since 1972 and was a bit apprehensive undertaking international travel. Our tour of Italy was simply excellent. We had a most enjoyable time learning about the history and culture that has become modern Italy. To no small extent this was due to the travel arrangements you provided. Transportation was spot on. The guides really put what we were seeing into context and gave us a much deeper understanding and appreciation. This allowed us to better enjoy the free time we had in the afternoons and evenings. Our trip expanded our world view and we have many fond memories. Well done, thanks.”

Customized tour to Italy – May 2011
Custom travel and tour planning to Italy by Eco Italia

“Hi Carlo, I wanted you to know that you planned the perfect trip and everything was flawless. All the hotels were just what we wanted. They were all delightfully small, friendly and quiet. Every guide, driver and transfer persons were on time and very helpful–we were so grateful to get off the plane or the trains and see a friendly face holding a card with our name on it. Our special favorites were Daniel in Florence,he thoughtfully brought a his car, bought train tickets for us, went biking with us and actually sprinted to Pisa ticket booth to insure Amanda’s place in line. And Marco in Amalfi took such good care of us and was a such a careful driver that I actually relaxed on those switch-back roads. Our favorite hotel if we had to pick one was on the isle of Capri, mostly because the 2 ladies there were so nice and friendly. We needed that day off in Amalfi–should have planned 2 days off. Guido in Venice, Pina in Pompeii, Valentina in Pompeii and Giusy in Rome were amazing with their knowledge and consideration of our wishes.”

Custom tour to Italy – July 2011
Customized travel and tour planning to Italy by Eco Italia

“We had private travel transfers and private tour guides in each city. This made our trip hassle-free and a real understanding of every place we visited. We used Carlo Odevaine of ECO ITALIA LLC to plan our trip. He was our “Easy Button”

Customized tour to Italy – May 2010
Custom travel and tour planning to Italy by Eco Italia

“This letter of thanks is about 2 weeks overdue. Thank you so much for planning our family vacation to Florence and Rome, August 8-16. We had a fantastic time–including our three kids (22, 19, and 11). Our hotels in Florence and in Rome, were just wonderful, as were our tour guides–Tanya in Florence, Daniel in Tuscany, and Antonio and Mun in Rome. We saw the sites in the morning, and had afternoons free to rest, relax, or explore more on our own. And several of the restaurants you recommended were terrific.

Please feel free to use our names for any references you might need. If we are ever fortunate enough to return to Italy, we will ask Ecoitalia to plan our trip again. Thank you so much.”

Customized tour to Italy – August 2009
Custom travel and tour planning to Italy by Eco Italia

“Hi Carlo:
Just getting back to you after our trip. Everything went very well. No glitches or problems along the way. All reservations were in place and there were no surprises. The guides were very good and we enjoyed the hotels. The hotel in Rome was particularly nice and the entire staff treated us extremely well. The only thing I have a hard time with is the tiny elevator but that is my problem because I am a bit claustrophobic. Thanks for everything. We really enjoy being in Italy. We will certainly recommend you to anyone considering a visit to Italy.
Customized tour to Italy – October 2009
Custom travel and tour planning to Italy by Eco Italia

“I know Caitlin already told you that we had a wonderful trip and thanked you for all your help, but I wanted to write myself and second it. The hotels were great – location, accommodations, knowledgeable and helpful staff, and breakfasts. The guides were just what we needed. We enjoyed our private tours, and the small group tours were so small that they felt like private tours. We will recommend you highly to any friends who are considering a trip to Italy. Every time we saw people getting off a tour bus or 50 people following a guide holding a giant flower, we were so glad that we decided to forego Trafalgar and go with Ecoitalia! Hopefully we’ll be able to do another trip through you in the future.”

Alice Caitlin
NY
Customized trip to Italy – September 2008

“Dear Carlo– Our family trip was a huge success. Thank you for your careful planning. We loved the little buses, and the drivers were very accommodating and friendly. I was happy with the hotels, and our guides were excellent. (especially Fernanda in Florence and Thomas in Rome.) My grandchildren had an especially great time in Cinque Terre jumping into the sea from the cliffs. It was certainly a trip we will all never forget. Thank you again, and best regards from all eleven of us. Nancy”

Nancy Lifschultz, 
CT
Customized trip to Italy – August 2008

“Carlo, your tour was fabulous! My wife and I, who recently married, decided to go to Italy for our honeymoon. My wife’s associate recommended your services and I am so glad we followed up. Your people were waiting for us as planned in Venice and the group tour provided us with so much of the city’s history. Our favorite was Florence where we had a walking tour with Tonya who had an extensive knowledge of art history. Wine tasting through the Chianti region and the hills of Tuscany with Daniel was the absolute highlight of our trip. He is welcome at our house anytime he visits the states. Our train bookings through the countryside were beautiful, and our hotel accommodations were very comfortable. Margharita was a perfect hostess as we drove all over Rome exploring all of the art and treasures. Well done! When we return, Donna and I will be looking for your help again as there is no other way to travel abroad without this personal approach.”

Donna and Bill Chamberlain 
Highlands, NJ
Customized trip to Italy – October 2007

“Just returned from our trip to Italy. Can’t say enough about the reliability of the people you lined up for our transfers and the quality of our tour guides. We were charmed and learned immensely from “Antonio” in Florence and now have a love for Florence we never had before. He’s so proud of his City! We loved him. We also are still finding it hard to believe we got “Nando”, with his impeccable credentials and experience and heritage at the Roman forum…what a treat.  Thank you so much for each and every detail along the way. No surprises, no mix-ups. We will recommend your company to all (and have) Thanks again.”

Kendra Schwartz
Customized trip to Italy – June 2007