Simone Martini
Founder & Owner – Great Tours of Italy | Grand Tour One
For more than a decade, I have dedicated my career to designing and delivering premium travel experiences across Italy. As the Founder and Owner of Great Tours of Italy and Grand Tour One, I bring together two complementary companies with a single mission: to showcase Italy through exceptional service, authentic experiences, and world-class logistics.
My journey in the travel industry began on 2010 the operational side—managing itineraries, guiding travelers, coordinating suppliers, and understanding firsthand what creates an unforgettable Italian journey. Over time, this hands-on experience shaped my vision: to build travel companies that combine deep local expertise with professional, reliable, and guest-centric service.
Today, Great Tours of Italy stands as a trusted tour operator offering tailor-made itineraries, cultural programs, luxury experiences, and fully customized travel planning for visitors from around the world. Its sister company, Grand Tour One, provides the transportation backbone that allows us to operate with precision—delivering safe, comfortable, and flexible mobility solutions through our fleet of modern buses and minivans.
I believe the future of travel lies in meaningful experiences, operational excellence, and genuine human connection. This belief guides every project I lead and every partnership I build.
Core Values
• Authenticity – Showcasing Italy as it truly is, beyond the typical tourist routes.
• Reliability – Ensuring that every guest feels supported, cared for, and confident in our services.
• Innovation – Continuously improving our tour design, operations, and technology.
• Partnership – Working closely with local businesses, guides, drivers, and global travel partners.
What I Bring as a Founder
• Entrepreneur with experience in scaling service-based businesses.
• Expertise in tourism operations, itinerary design, and B2B partnerships.
• Strong network of hospitality, transportation, and regional travel partners across Italy.
• Deep knowledge of Italian destinations, culture, and travel trends.
• Strategic mindset focused on growth, service excellence, and long-term brand value.
My Vision
To position Italy as the world’s leading destination for cultural, experiential, and luxury travel—while building companies that set new standards for quality, professionalism, and customer experience.
“Great Tours of Italy” the best that Italy has to offer!