Our History

Where it all began

Long Travel was founded in 1988 by a couple of former schoolteachers, who wanted to explore the most beautiful, off-the-beaten-track locations in Italy, but struggled to find places to stay that they really loved. So, they decided to take matters in their own hands, searching for stunning accommodation to provide a unique holiday experiences. Thirty years on we are proud to continue this ethos and offer amazing property that focus on the high-quality, bespoke holidays Long Travel customers have come to expect.

How we work

Our aim is to provide you with the very best holiday experience we possibly can. We want to help you have the most authentic experiences of Italy – we’re truly passionate about the country, and we are eager to share our enthusiasm with you.

From the moment you contact us, our friendly and knowledgeable staff are on hand to help plan the perfect holiday for you, tailoring it to your specific interests and saving you lots of browsing time, as well as ensuring you get the very most out of your holiday. We love nothing more than to put together a special itinerary just for you and your family. Long Travel holidays have a personal touch, which is why many of our customers choose to come back to us time after time.

Why choose Long Travel?

It’s our unique approach at hand-crafting every detail for a truly authentic experience. We work with you to plan an unforgettable escape that matches your passions and carefully select the best boutique hotels and villas hidden away in unspoilt landscapes, giving you the thrill of new discovery every day.

Our experts too share your love of holidays off the beaten track. In fact, we’ve been to every hotel and villa we book, including many family-run properties. So we’re perfectly placed to share in-depth knowledge and advice as we hand-craft your ideal holiday.

Award winning service

Our commitment to exceptional, unforgettable travel has won us several awards. Including gold for Best Holiday Company To The Italian Peninsula four years running at the British Travel Awards, something that no other tour operator has done before.

We're proud of what we've achieved and we would like to thank our customers and partners for voting for us. Wining this recognition inspires us to push the boundaries further and create even better experiences, uncovering more of Itay's amazing regions.