Reviews

An ancestral trip to remember Danilo is the best. He goes above and beyond. No request is too great, but I was most impressed with how much research and care he put into researching my family’s history. It paid off because I met relatives I never knew I had. Thanks to Danilo, there aren’t enough superlatives to describe my ancestral trips to Cosenza, Carolei, San Vincenzo La Costa and San Pietro In Guarano. As you can see in the pictures, he serves as your driver, interpreter and history detective. I consider him a friend. Book him for your trip. I promise you will not regret it! 🇮🇹

Danilo and his mom Enza made our Italy trip! Danilo truly loves and lives for making the moments of an Italy trip unforgettable. He is so talented and passionate and experienced; he takes such care in creating a unique and personal experience related to whatever heritage or connection one has to Italy. His dear mom was our spectacular guide through Calabria. She made every minute part of a genealogical journey alive, and made sure my family and I had everything needed to experience the Italy in which my grandparents grew up. The communication and genuine care Danilo took made me feel like I was his only guest. His prices were very fair for the incredible experiences he organized for us - all priceless! Vita Calabra and Danilo and Enza exceeded every hope I had for a once in a lifetime Italy trip.

The best experience to share with your family!! I don't know if I have the words to express how much this tour with Vita Calabra Tours meant to our family. Our family (group of 8) went to Mongiana and Serra San Bruno in southern Italy to see the place where my father grew up. It was important for us to take the next generation there so they could see where their grandfather was from. Danilo and his mother, Enza, made the experience even better than we imagined. When we got to Mongiana, Danilo had arranged for us to meet with the mayor. That was so special. Then we explored the town and saw the house where my father grew up. When he knocked on the door and explained to the woman who now lived there who we were, she welcomed us in! It was so unexpected, and we were beyond thrilled! Our next stop was the cemetery where our grandparents were buried. We stopped for lunch at a local spot that became one of our favorite restaurants on our entire trip to Italy. Danilo also invited a local guide to join our day-long journey to provide additional information about the area. Danilo and Enza were very knowledgeable about the area and answered the many questions we had. If I could give this experience 100 stars, I would. It was exactly everything we hoped for and more. I can't thank Danilo, Enza, and Vita Calabra Tours enough for the experience of a lifetime!!

Special day in Calabria! We had a special and unforgettable day with a private guide walking the streets where my grandfather was born in Calabria, Italy. Amazing day!!

Geneologist in Calabria I wanted to visit the birthplace of my paternal grandfather in Calabria. I asked Danilo for assistance. He did the research and arranged for us to meet at the mayor’s office in the city where my grandfather was born. There the staff allowed us to review historical records, and to my surprise, we met with a second cousin before touring the city, cemetery, and house where my ancestors lived. Danilo provided transportation to and from the city, arranged a wonderful lunch, and was the all important translator. The experience was amazing and only possible because of Danilo.

Best trip ever Not enough superlatives to describe the joy and satisfaction of our experience with Vita Calabra, Danilo and Enza. We were leery to say the least, and at first thought the pricing was a little brisk, but we received every bit of value and then some---and then some more. Every detail was planned, anticipated and provided. Our host and driver was delightful and a life saver with her broad experience and translations.

5 Star White Glove Tours by Vita Calbra! Words cannot express how grateful we are for such an incredible experience made possible by Danilo! It started with effective communication, including a brief Zoom call to understand what’s important to us. Then Danilo curated an incredible trip and brought in two of his colleagues to help make it the best possible. We walked the streets of my grandparents, spoke with people in each of the three village's, visited the churches from each town, and ate in two of them. In Cerisano, we visited the Golden Bar to meet “potential relatives” running this great bar and Gelato shop! As they say in Calabria- “una faccia, una razza”! I highly recommend you visit when in Cerisano, you will not regret! He also arranged to have the Osteria ll Localino open for us on an otherwise closed evening. The food and family hospitality were incredible. I could not imagine a better trip, thank you Danilo! Now I know how you manage to maintain a perfect 5 Star Rating, Grazie Mille!!

A very special tour of Calabria When we recently traveled to Italy, one of the highlights of our trip was a visit to the Calabria region to explore the towns where my grandparents were born. Our travel agent connected us with Danilo for this portion of the journey, and we could not have been more fortunate. Danilo handled every detail with care and professionalism. He organized the itinerary, coordinated with local city officials in advance, and served as our driver, translator, and guide throughout the two-day experience. His preparation and local connections made all the difference. Thanks to Danilo, we were able to meet with municipal officials, obtain family birth records, and even visit the homes where my grandparents were born—experiences we never imagined would be possible. What could have been a simple visit became a deeply meaningful and unforgettable journey. Danilo was not only knowledgeable and resourceful, but also warm, engaging, and a genuine pleasure to spend time with. His passion for the region and his commitment to creating a personal experience truly set him apart. He really was committed to making sure we had the best experience possible. We highly recommend Danilo to anyone planning a visit to Calabria. He transformed our trip into something extraordinary, and we are incredibly grateful for his role in making it so special.

Excellent service. The Vita Calabra Tour experience ( from planning to the tour) far exceeded my expectations. Brilliant Thank you Danilo (Vita Calabra Tours) for an excellent experience. From my first email to the brilliant tour experience your professionalism and passion for creating beautiful connections to Calabria was outstanding. I am so grateful for all that you did to ensure my journey to see my father’s homeland (Calabria) was as special and memorable as it could be. I look forward to using Vita Calabra Tours again when I return to see more of Calabria😄.Heartfelt thanks.

Guided tours of Calabria, including a “My Roots” tour Danilo was able to turn a dream into a magical experience. At every turn, I was impressed by his diligence and his willingness to go the one step beyond expectation.

To find my heritage We were both just saying how wonderful our experience was with you and we also truly enjoyed all the stories that you had for all the other trips that you planned for others who on the road to finding their heritage too, they were very enjoyable. I want to also thank you again For helping in finding the home where my father was from and where they would go to visit and enjoy in the summers. Your knowledge and enthusiasm was so much appreciated by us Your expert driving, cleanliness of your cars and also your friendly ways made our days with you so enjoyable. I highly recommend and give you a five star review.

Amazing Trip of a Lifetime! From the beginning of our engagement with Vita Calabria Tours, Danilo was wonderful to work with as my sister and I planned our days in southern Italy. A tailored itinerary that met our wishes and budget was built over the course of a few months and included our ideas and his unique recommendations based on his experiences from living in the region. The final itinerary was a day to day summary of everything we needed and was 100% accurate, leaving very little for us to worry about! My sister and loved our time with our local guides, Enza and Ilaria, who ensured our safety and on time arrival anywhere we needed to be. Their deep knowledge in the history and choice locals to visit made for an amazing experience.So many highlights on this trip...almost too much to include in a brief review, but the ones that topped our list: wine and regional foods tasting experience, stroll through the Giant trees in the Sila Forest, genealogy investigation of our grandfather in San Giovanni in Fiori, cooking dinner with a local family. We were welcomed by so many big-hearted and kind people in Italy which added so much to our experience. You cannot go wrong in choosing Vita Calabria Tours!! Now to plan our return visit...

Calabrian Tour Extraordinaire! Danilo from Vita Calabria Tours was our driver for 8 days in Calabria and Sicily. He was wonderful! Speaks excellent English, was kind, helpful, flexible, good sense of hunger, and punctual! He was indispensable help as we met our Calabrian cousins for the first time. Our trip was beyond expectations due to Danilo. He was the best!

A fantastic experience with Danilo Our day with Danilo from Vita Calabria Tours was unforgettable. From the start, his communication was quick, clear, and kind, and it was evident he cared deeply about making our experience meaningful.He arrived promptly in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan and served as our guide, driver, and translator. Danilo arranged meetings with the mayor and parish priest of my ancestors hometown, helped me locate my birth records, and guided us through the church and museum. The people of Verzino were incredibly warm and welcoming, making the day even more special.It was the highlight of our southern Italy trip — a day we’ll cherish forever. We can’t wait to return and explore more of Calabria with Danilo and Vita Calabria Tours.

Exploring our family’s heritage in Acri Calabria. Danilo created an unforgettable day for us! Not only was he extremely professional and accessible during the planning process, but he took great care to ensure that our experience during our excursion met or exceeded expectations. And it did. We ate dishes prepared for us that brought to life flavors from our grandmother's kitchen that we have tried to recreate for years but could never quite replicate. He and Marianna tracked down the birth records of our grandparents and created a personalized visit to Acri. We were warmly welcomed by the locals and treated to a folkloric music and dance performance. We felt like we received the proverbial “keys to the city”. I would rate 10 stars if I could. Grazie, Danilo. for planning a true highlight of our trip to Italia.