What are the best destinations in Italy for a luxury car trip?

Lake Como, Tuscany, the Amalfi Coast, and the French Riviera are our most requested destinations. Each offers unique driving experiences and premium hospitality.

Which car is recommended for each destination?

Lake Como and Tuscany: SUVs. Amalfi Coast: compact luxury. French Riviera: convertibles or SUVs. The concierge matches vehicle to destination.

Can I do a multi-destination tour with a single car?

Yes, multi-destination itineraries are one of our specialities. The concierge plans the route, manages logistics, and can arrange vehicle changes if different terrain requires different capabilities.

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The best destinations in Italy to explore with a premium car

20 Mar 2025 · 9 min read

Premium Italy: a country discovered by car

Italy's greatest experiences are often found between destinations, on scenic roads, at roadside trattorias, and in villages that no bus tour reaches. A premium vehicle transforms the journey into the destination.

From the Alpine lakes to the Sicilian coast, Italy offers a diversity of landscapes and experiences unmatched in Europe.

Lake Como and the Northern Lakes

Lake Como leads our destination requests, followed by Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore. Each offers distinct character: Como for exclusivity, Garda for family versatility, Maggiore for tranquillity.

The northern lakes reward premium vehicles: winding roads, prestigious hotels, and a context where the car is noticed and appreciated.

Tuscany: from art cities to countryside

Florence, Siena, and the hill towns anchor Tuscan itineraries, but the countryside between them is where the magic happens. Chianti's vineyards, Val d'Orcia's cypress-lined roads, Bolgheri's coastal wines.

An SUV with good ground clearance handles the famous strade bianche (white gravel roads) that lead to Tuscany's most exclusive experiences.

Amalfi Coast and Southern Italy

The Amalfi Coast's dramatic beauty is best experienced with a compact luxury vehicle. Puglia's Salento region and the Sicilian coast are emerging destinations that reward exploratory driving.

Southern Italy's roads are improving rapidly, and the combination of extraordinary cuisine, fewer crowds, and authentic character makes it increasingly appealing.

The French Riviera and beyond the border

The French Riviera is a natural extension of Italian premium mobility. From the Italian Riviera to Monaco, Cannes, and Saint-Tropez, the cross-border journey is seamless with Grandavia.

Switzerland, particularly Geneva and the Ticino region, completes the triangle of premium destinations accessible from northern Italy.

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