Guides to Travel By Heart, Not Hype
Our itineraries aren’t about luxury villas or the most Instagrammable spots. They’re about rhythm, roots, and the kind of travel that feels real. We help you slow down, stretch your budget, and discover Italy through food, landscape, language, and local life.
Whether you need a simple template or a custom plan, Lì Vicino offers four guide types to meet your needs, all built for folks who like to book on their own.
What We Offer
These guides are designed to help you travel thoughtfully, without breaking the bank.
Free Templates
Bite-sized inspiration to help you get started.
Our free guides offer a gentle entry point: small towns, regional notes, and travel tips you can take or tailor.
Standard Itineraries
4–10 day plans for one or two regions.
Structured but flexible, these downloadable guides include daily suggestions, food and wine notes, pacing tips, and cultural insights. Perfect if you’ve already booked flights and just need a frame.
Fare la Scarpa (Premium)
Thematic guides with deeper storytelling.
For travelers who want to walk with their senses. These premium itineraries layer in artisan routes, pairing suggestions, cultural reflections, and book or film lists.
Custom Planning
A plan that fits your pace, priorities, and needs.
After a short intake or consult, we create a fully personalized itinerary that honors your travel style, interests, and identity. No algorithms, just attention.
Add-On: Un Posto per Te
Travel support for every body and every journey.
A personalized guide for identity- or access-based needs (like sensory, mobility, or queer travel tips). Sliding scale available.
Lì Vicino – What to Know
You've got questions. We've got answers.
Are these itineraries full-service trips?
Nope. We’re not a travel agency or concierge. Our guides don’t include bookings or reservations. They’re curated frameworks full of ideas, pacing tips, and vetted recommendations—so you can plan your own trip with confidence.
Do I need to speak Italian to use your guides?
Not at all. We include practical Italian phrases in every itinerary, especially around food, transport, and courtesy. We also flag regions or activities where language barriers might arise and suggest ways to navigate them with ease.
Are the restaurants and hotels sponsored?
No. We don’t get paid for recommending places. Our picks are based on first-hand visits, recommendations from locals, or deep research across multilingual sources. If something changes or no longer aligns with our values, we update the guide.
What qualifies you to do this?
Together, we bring:
Language fluency and lived experience in Italy
10+ years designing educational programs across the country
Deep family ties to Italy, with annual trips to a generational family home
Recognition as a North American ambassador to the Tosco-Emiliano Apennine National Park
A reputation for helping travelers—from Reddit users to university study abroad programs—find more intentional ways to explore Italy
How do I receive my itinerary?
Your itinerary will be emailed to you as a beautifully designed, scrollable PDF. These are live documents—so if we make updates or add new discoveries, you’ll automatically have access to the latest version via your download link.
Are the itineraries accessible?
Each guide includes accessibility notes related to terrain, transportation, and potential barriers (e.g., stairs, cobblestones, regional train access). We also recommend resources like Sala Blu for train travel support. If you need more tailored advice, Un Posto Per Te is a great option.
We also ensure the guides are available both in live link and PDF format for accessibility. If you run into any issues, please let us know, we strive to keep things simple and accessible.