Italy Tours

Most Italy tours follow the classic route linking Rome, Florence, Venice and Milan; some extend to Bologna, Pisa and towns in Tuscany, while others head south via Naples, Bari or Sicily’s Catania and Palermo. This page lists the Italy tours currently available by number of nights, airline and starting price per person.

Classic Route: Rome, Florence, Venice, Milan

Seven-night itineraries usually cover these four cities, with travel between cities by bus or train. Shorter tours focus on two or three cities. Each tour’s day-by-day itinerary shows where you spend each night.

Southern Italy and Sicily

Itineraries covering Naples, Pompeii, the Amalfi Coast and Bari, along with tours of Catania and Palermo in Sicily, offer a different take on Italy than the classic route. Flights for these tours usually arrive directly at airports in the region.

Airline and Departure

Most programs fly with Turkish Airlines, while others fly with Pegasus, AJet and Corendon. In addition to tours departing from Istanbul, there are also programs departing from Ankara, Izmir and Bursa.

Visa

Italy is in the Schengen Area. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Turkish citizens holding ordinary passports need a visa to enter Italy. The accommodation tax (city tax) in Italy is not included in the price of most itineraries and is paid at the hotel; it is listed among the exclusions for the tour.

Highlights City by City

In Rome, you can visit the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, the Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain, and St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museums in Vatican City. In Florence, highlights include the Duomo, the Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio; in Pisa, the Leaning Tower. In Venice, St. Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace and gondola rides along the canals are signature experiences. Milan’s Duomo Cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II are often mentioned alongside Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper fresco.

When to Go?

April–June and September–October are the most balanced seasons for visiting Italy. July and August are hot and crowded, with long museum queues in Rome and Florence. Cities are quieter in winter, and Venice occasionally experiences flooding known as acqua alta. The Venice Carnival in February is one of the busiest times of the year.

Practical Information

Booking tickets in advance for the Vatican Museums and the Uffizi Gallery can reduce time spent in queues. Visitors are expected to wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees in churches and basilicas. An entry fee may apply on certain days for day trips to Venice. Keep an eye out for pickpockets in crowded areas.

Italian Cuisine

Local classics include carbonara and cacio e pepe in Rome, bistecca alla fiorentina in Florence, pizza in Naples, and tagliatelle al ragù in Bologna. Ice cream (gelato) is a must in every city. Restaurants may add a table charge known as “coperto” to the bill.

Intercity Transportation

High-speed trains run frequently between Rome, Florence, Bologna, Venice and Milan; the journey from Rome to Florence takes about an hour and a half. On package tours, transfers are by tour bus or train, as indicated in the day-by-day itinerary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a visa for an Italy tour?

Yes. Italy is in the Schengen Area; Turkish citizens holding ordinary passports require a visa (Ministry of Foreign Affairs).

How many nights is the Italy tour?

Available itineraries range from 3 to 7 nights; the Rome–Florence–Venice–Milan route is usually 7 nights.

Is the city tax included in the price?

It is not included in most itineraries and is paid at the hotel; it is listed under exclusions for each tour.

How do I make a reservation?

Just tap the WhatsApp button on the tour page and send your dates and group size; our team will get back to you with availability and the final price.