Italy

Rich in history, culture, scenery, and delicious cuisine, Italy continues to be our top destination in Europe. Consider a city stay, an independent rail package (for Rome & Venice combinations), or an escorted tour if you're wanting to experience more of this beautiful country.

Itineraries may include the following city and cultural highlights:

  • Rome
  • Venice
  • Florence
  • Tuscany Region
  • Milan or Italian Alps Region
  • Isle of Capri
  • Sorrento
  • Sicily

Italy is definitely not a country I'd recommend renting a car. Parking is a nightmare, and driving is hair-raising.

We feature escorted tours by Trafalgar, Insight, Globus, and Cosmos. If you're thinking about an escorted tour to Italy, book early. Many of the more popular tours sell out quickly for travel months June through September.

More unique travel suggestions include custom itineraries with cooking classes in Tuscany. This can be combined with a number of itinerary arrangements to suit your style.
Italy Travel Packages for 2008
Escorted Tours (Trafalgar) --Upscale Quality--
  • Italian Holiday - 8 days from $1475
  • Flavours of Italy - 11 days from $2475
  • Italian Discovery - 11 days from $1975
  • Italy Bellissimo - 12 days from $2399
  • Italian Concerto - 12 days from $2775
  • Best of Italy - 14 days from $2460
  • Italian Glory - 14 days from $3165
  • Best of Italy & Sicily - 16 days from $3199
  • Best of Sicily - 8 days from $1120
  • Grand Tour of Italy - 17 days from $3460
  • Italy & Greece Highlights - 11 days from $2399
  • Best of Italy & Greece - 16 days from $3050
  • Best of Italy & Croatia - 16 days from $3760
Escorted Tours (Globus) --Upscale Quality--
  • A Taste of Italy - 8 days from $1649
  • Italy's Great Cities - 9 days from $1449
  • Italian Treasures - 11 days from $1779
  • Italy at Leisure - 11 days from $2049
  • Leisurely Italy (Platinum) - 11 days from $2689
  • Lake Como, Dolomites & Venice at Leisure - 11 days from $2229
  • The Best of Italy - 12 days from $2349
  • Italian Mosaic - 14 days from $2199
  • The Best of Southern Italy - 11 days from $1599
  • Highlights of Sicily & So. Italy - 14 days from $2449
  • The Best of Italy & Sicily - 16 days from $2799
  • The Best of Italy & Greece - 16 days from $2689
Escorted Tours (Cosmos) --Moderate/Budget Oriented---
  • Leisurely Tuscany & Rome - 9 days from 1090**
  • Splendors of Italy - 10 days from $995
  • The Best of Italy - 14 days from 1525
  • Jewels of Italy - 16 days from $1720
  • Italian Masterpiece - 16 days from $1695
  • Rome Sorrento & Capri - 10 days from $1195
  • Southern Italy & Sicily - 16 days fro $1820
  • Essential Italy - 11 days from $1220**
  • Italy & Greece - 13 days from $1510; cruise extension avail.

**Tour available with a Sorrento extension

 
Escorted Tours (Insight) -- Upscale/Luxury Quality --
  • Inquire about Insight tours for 2008
Independent Tours
  • Rome city stay
  • Venice city stay
  • Tuscany villa rentals
  • Rome - Florence - Venice rail packages
  • Rail/City Custom Packages
  • Hosted independent tours also available
Adventures by Disney - Family Escorted Tours --Upscale/Luxury--
  • Viva Italia (Rome, Tuscany, Venice) 9 days from $2639
  • Taste of Tuscany (Rome & Tuscany) 7 days from $1989
  • Roma & La Costa Bella (Rome & the Amalfi Coast) 7 days from $2159

Also available:

  • Contiki Tours - escorted tours for the 18 - 35 year old.
  • Tauck Tours - luxury escorted tours.

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What is an Escorted Tour?
An escorted tour is a preplanned itinerary that includes your accomodations, tour guide, motorcoch transportation, and some meals, local tours, and activities as indicated on the itinerary. You will be traveling with other passengers (depending on tour and company, can range between 20 and 45 total passengers). The many advantages of an escorted tour includes overall value for the money, experience and expertise, and a hassle free way to enjoy your destination.

Don't simply book the least expensive escorted tours. Ask about tour inclusions and hotel location and quality, which are factors that determine package pricing. Also, book early because many of the tours sell out for popular departure dates and there is no price discount for last minute travel.

Minimum age for children traveling with their parents is generally about 8. Adventures by Disneyfeatures family oriented escorted tours, with a minimum age of 4 on many of their tours. For very small children, escorted tours are not recommended.

What is an independent tour?
An independent tour is one where your travel party is on your own. Accomodations are always included. Optional package add-ons are rail transport, airport-resort transfers, car rental, sightseeing, and excursions.

An independent tour is a great option for families, honeymoon couples, and in general the traveler who prefers to do their own thing.

Request Information if you would like to know about itineraries, departure dates, and availability for any of the escorted tours listed, or if you would like to work with a travel specialist to select the right tour or travel options to fit your needs. Custom independent tours can also be created just for you.