“I don’t like group tours!”
Honestly? I get it. No one wants to be stuck on a hot double-decker bus, fumbling with headphones, tripping over someone else’s suitcase, traveling like a herd of sheep while chasing a guide waving a plastic sunflower. At DVA, we do things differently.
Why Choose DVA?
Native Expertise. Decades of trusted relationships with locals who have become our friends and collaborators mean you get insider access and authentic experiences.
Personal Attention. As a small company, we avoid greedy overhead and cookie-cutter itineraries, ensuring every detail is handled with care, personal attention and accountability.
Small Groups. Unlike other tour companies - where “small” usually means 24, our groups are capped at 12 (14 in a pinch) - the key to flexibility, freedom, and genuine connection.
A Welcoming Community. Our always curious, easy-going DVA travelers often return year after year, creating a close-knit, word-of-mouth, no-nonsense small group experience.
What is our Small Group Tour Philosophy?
Mobility with Accessibility
Staying small lets us slip into hidden gems and local life — a private aperitivo hour in an art gallery, spontaneous cooking classes, front-row seats, or trading a crowded ferry for a private sailing just for us. Traveling in a small group gives us accessibility to experiences larger groups (and huge busses) simply don’t have.
Connection with Authenticity
You’re never just another tourist. You meet locals, guides and drivers as friends, connect with fellow travelers, and even find space to connect with yourself. This is not “performance” travel, and it’s more than just checking off sites. It’s the connections we experience that make travel unforgettable.
By blending personal attention, access to hidden gems, and genuine connections - we can truly say si! to Italy. This is the heart of every DVA adventure.
