We used the services of Italy Driver for numerous trips during a recent vacation. Umberto made all travel-related matters effortless. There was great communication at all times, and he and his two sons are as nice and professional as you can get. They made our vacation in this area of Italy so stress free, permitting us to simply sit back and enjoy. They put us in contact with Paola, who provided a spectacular tour of Pompeii. You should not hesitate to use this company for transports from the airport/train stations and for private tours of Pompeii and Amalfi Coast. In short it is a wonderful family-run business who will deliver fabulous personal service to make sure you enjoy your time in Italy.
My family and I visited Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast this past week from the US, and were fortunate enough to have found Umberto and his family to be our hosts and guides for our first visit to this part of Italy. Umberto was friendly, helpful and responsive as I worked with him to plan our itinerary (probably asking him too many questions along the way) and flexible when I changed our arrival flight. No ask was too big, or too small, and each was greeted with the same patience and kindness he showed throughout.
One of Umberto’s colleagues, Alfredo, met us at the airport in Rome (patiently waiting for our somewhat late flight) and quickly whisked us and our bags to the car for the drive to Sorrento. The drive was easy and he pointed out sites along the way. The 3+ hour drive couldn’t have been any easier for us.
The next day, Umberto’s son Manuel was our personal guide to the Amalfi Coast. He arrived early in the hotel lobby, and discussed a tour that would be best for our family. We saw Positano, Praiano and Amfali, with us having more than enough time in each location. Manuel spoke perfect English, had a wonderful personality, and entertained us while the educated us on the region. He accommodated any request and took wonderful pictures for us throughout the journey.
Umberto also helped arrange two separate tours through other companies for us. The first, was a day trip to Capri with “You Know” (www.TripAdvisor.com/recensioni). Just like Umberto and his team, Federico, the captain of our boat was phenomenal. He made sure everyone on our small group tour understood the sites as we sailed around the island, and gave us a chance to swim twice. Federico served snacks, drinks and lunch, while also providing great advice on how best to experience Capri. I cannot speak highly enough of Federico and You Know!
On our last day in the region, Alfredo once again picked us up at the hotel to take us to Rome for the next leg of our journey, but along the way we stopped in Pompeii and Vesuvius. Once again at Pompeii, Umberto arranged for our private tour, this time with Rosella Sommella, who truly made the whole place come to life. She shared vibrant stories, great insights, and knew the ruins so well. We learned so much, and had fun while doing it. After Pompeii, we had the opportunity to hike up Vesuvius before making the drive to Rome. Once again, Alfredo treated us so well, and even helped us bring our bags into the hotel lobby in Rome.
Grazie Umberto, Alfredo and Manuel. You made the start of our vacation in Italy perfect, and I wouldn’t recommend anyone else but you to my friends and family.