Full Reviews
Elliot H.
I have visited Florence dozens of times and never experienced it in such an engaging way until the AION tour. Sal and Francesco connect history, art and food in a uniquely engaging way. I’ll never look at Florence the same way again.
John V.
We booked two private afternoons with AION Tours for our honeymoon in Florence and we could not have been more pleased with the experience from beginning to end. I was impressed with their ability to work around our schedule, which was already partially booked, so that we would get a rich, in-depth experience with the time we had available. Our tour consisted of a walking tour of the city center and the Uffizi gallery which introduced us to the city, sites, and artwork in a way that was expertly woven together and helped us understand Florence’s history in a way that was much more comprehensive than simply doing separate tours at each site. I would also encourage anyone to ask about the experience at Paolo Penko’s workshop so you can become a goldsmith for a day (or an hour)! The second half of the tour took us to the countryside to visit a farm specializing in the production of olive oil, meats, and cheese. Being on the farm felt less like a tour and more like we had been invited to hang out with someone’s family on their farm for a few hours, eat incredible food, and walk around to feed and admire the animals there. The whole experience was very personalized and intimate while the information and perspectives shared by the tour guides was professional and extensive. If you are looking for a tour that offers a unique, one-of-a-kind experience, and will work with you so that you get exactly what you want and more out of visiting Florence, I could not possibly recommend booking a tour with AION Tours more. Thank you so much for the wonderful time!
Dries dB.
“AION is the only true bespoke tour service you’ll want to experience if you ever find yourself in Tuscany. We only had one full day in Florence and AION was able to fulfill our request to see the most we can from the awe-inspiring Uffizi Gallery where we were guided through masterpieces with fascinating insights, to learning about the history and the architecture of the Duomo through a city walking-tour. Every moment was enriched by Francesco’s deep understanding of the arts, the city and its history. We enjoyed the Florentine sunset by walking up to see the San Miniato al Monte and ended the day with a dinner at an off the beaten path, authentic Florentine steakhouse. Truly special for my wife and I. Francesco and Salva meticulously planned the perfect day trip with the time constraints we had. If you're looking to make your visit to Tuscany a bespoke one, AION will truly deliver.”
Andy L.
"Both my fiancé and myself have been wanting to discover the real Tuscany for a while. We contacted our dear friends of AION, because we were seeking more than just sightseeing, we wanted to create memories that would forever be etched in our hearts (and this tour delivered, believe me). From the ancient cobblestones of Florence, to the authentic cuisine and scenery of greater Tuscany, Francesco, our guide, showed it all with great passion! We weren't just tourists, we were timetravelers immersed in a rich tapestry of Italian history. In a world which often rushes past, amidst the hustle of consumerism, this tour allowed us to pause, breathe and feel the pulse of all the landmarks which Tuscany has to offer. So dear Salva and Francesco, thank you for more than just a tour. You gifted us memories which will be with us and we hope to see you both again soon!"