Our Team
Eva Polino is a licensed tour guide in Rome, an art historian, and a cultural sustainability advocate. Trained in Rome, London, and Canberra—with experience at institutions like Sotheby’s—she creates bespoke tours that emphasize slow, authentic travel and sustainable tourism. Focusing on Rome, Lazio, and Umbria, Eva partners with local artisans, family-run businesses, and organic producers. Her itineraries highlight medieval villages, Etruscan sites, craft workshops, organic farms, and nature escapes, offering travelers a meaningful glimpse into Italy's hidden gems.
- Giuseppe de Rosa is a renowned pizza chef and founder of the Rome Pizza and Pasta School. With 13+ years of experience, he teaches authentic Italian cooking with a focus on tradition, quality, and sustainability.
- A slow food advocate, Giuseppe offers hands-on classes and retreats in Lazio and Umbria, combining cooking with local culture. Guests enjoy farm visits, outdoor feasts, and immersive culinary experiences that celebrate Italy’s flavors and heritage.
- Monica Silvestri is an Italian archaeologist and expert in ancient games (archeoludology). She recreates historic board games from cultures like the Sumerians, Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans through her project Ludus in Tabula, using authentic materials and methods.
- As founder of History Games, and Destinazione Umbria she leads hands-on workshops in museums, schools, and festivals, making history interactive and engaging. Her reconstructions reveal the cultural and social roles of games in ancient societies.
Francesca Pedullà graduated in Medieval Art History at the University of Rome and is a Professional Qualified and Official City Guide. Her passion for art history translates into a distinctive storytelling style, where every monument becomes part of a broader narrative that reveals the ancient Roman way of life. As a high school Art History teacher, she shares her enthusiasm daily with students, guiding them in the discovery of the wonders of Rome through knowledge, passion, and human connection.
Meet Francesca – Archaeologist and Wine Storyteller
With a Master’s degree in Archaeology and hands-on experience in Neolithic and Roman excavation sites — including the Forum of Trajan — [Name] offers depth and authenticity in every tour. She lives in the Frascati DOCG wine region and has a deep passion for Italian wine culture, which she constantly cultivates through tastings and study.
Her love for wine began in childhood, inspired by her grandfather’s cellar in Norcia, Umbria. Today, she creates unique wine and food experiences around Rome and the Castelli Romani, blending history, culture, and the joy of Italian living.
Valentina is a licensed tour guide with a degree in Classical Philology and a lifelong dedication to Ancient Roman literature and history. After years of academic research and fieldwork across Italy and Greece, he decided to bring his passion directly to the streets of Rome, where history speaks from every stone. His tours are known for weaving together mythology, daily life in antiquity, and archaeological insight into engaging narratives that captivate visitors of all ages. A published author and lecturer, Luca is also deeply involved in cultural preservation initiatives and collaborates with local museums to promote educational outreach. His approach combines depth and accessibility, ensuring every guest leaves with both knowledge and inspiration.
Eva Basteiro-Bertolí is a multilingual guide, actress, singer, and cultural producer based between Rome and Barcelona. With a background in Early Christian Archaeology and Church History, she combines her deep academic knowledge with a lifelong passion for the performing arts. As a certified tour guide, Eva brings a unique energy to each experience, enriched by her international career in film, television, and music. Whether walking through the streets of Rome or curating cultural events, she believes in the power of storytelling to connect people with history, beauty, and emotion.
Meet Luigi – Geologist and tour guide
Luigi Simeone is a geologist and licensed tour guide with a passion for landscapes, history, and the hidden geological wonders of Italy. With academic experience in hydrogeology — including international research like his geodatabase study on Lesotho — Luigi brings a scientific yet engaging approach to guiding. He loves connecting natural formations to human history, making his tours a unique blend of storytelling, science, and curiosity. Whether exploring Roman ruins or volcanic terrains, Luigi invites travelers to see the Earth as a living archive of the past.
Valentina is a licensed tour guide with a degree in Classical Philology and a lifelong dedication to Ancient Roman literature and history. After years of academic research and fieldwork across Italy and Greece, he decided to bring his passion directly to the streets of Rome, where history speaks from every stone. His tours are known for weaving together mythology, daily life in antiquity, and archaeological insight into engaging narratives that captivate visitors of all ages. A published author and lecturer, Luca is also deeply involved in cultural preservation initiatives and collaborates with local museums to promote educational outreach. His approach combines depth and accessibility, ensuring every guest leaves with both knowledge and inspiration.
Flavia is a true Roman, deeply passionate about history and art. She holds a degree in Archaeology and Greek and Roman Art History from La Sapienza University. Since 2015, she has worked as a licensed guide, combining her academic background with firsthand experience from archaeological research inside the Colosseum and Palatine Hill. Flavia is highly experienced in leading tours of Vatican City and its museums, and she especially enjoys engaging children in archaeology. Her goal is to create meaningful, memorable experiences by sharing both knowledge and the timeless charm of her city.