Italy

Find Magic in Italy

Ancient cities, mouth watering cuisine and boundless natural beauty combined with treasured works of art, glorious architecture and rustic countryside. Italy has a crazy range of scenery from the gondolas floating along the canals in Venice to the romantic Alpine lakes north of Milan. Admire the art, the sexy cities along the Mediterranean and savor the cuisine. Let us custom design your holiday in Italy that's perfect for you.

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Spotlight on Tuscany

9 Days/ 8 Nights

The rolling hills of Tuscany are home to sprawling vineyards, charming medieval hill towns and enchanting cities steeped in history, culture and legend. Discover them for yourself on this relaxing sojourn into the Italian countryside. Visit Florence, Siena, Pisa and San Gimignano. Sample cheese.........Let's Go

Discover Florence 4 Nights

Step into a city steeped in history with a 4, 5, or 6-night stay in Florence! Create your own itinerary as you wander, sip, and taste your way through this iconic city. Upgrade your package for extra amenities!

Taste of Italy 6, 7 or 8 Nights

Wander through the Tuscan hills and explore the Eternal City

Spend 6, 7 or 8 nights in Rome and Tuscany! This self-drive vacation allows you to take in the excitement of Italy's capital city before heading to the emerald green Tuscan countryside, prized for its vineyards and cuisine.

Travel Tip: Visit the home of the Pope, St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel in Rome. Avoid going on a Monday though - it's the most crowded day at Vatican City!

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Venice, Florence & Rome

Italy's Classics by rail.
Hop on the train and discover three of Italy's most iconic cities: Venice, Florence and Rome. From gelato to romantic canal rides, experience the wonders of Italy on this 6 or 7-night vacation.

Ths tour includes air from New York (JFK)

Northern Italy
Rome, Florence, Cinque Terre, Milan

Explore Rome and its iconic monuments then head north to Florence, the city Italians consider their most beautiful. Tour the Uffizi Gallery, cross the picturesque Pontevecchio Bridge and have an incredible plate of pasta!

Then on to Cinque Terre. 5 towns cut out of the mountainous cliffs on the Italian Riviera. Sound wonderful? It is. But there's more, finish this remarkable tour in Milan, home of the Milan Duomo, La Scala Opera House, the Last Supper and the Piazza del Duomo.

This tour includes air from New York, JFK.

Travel Tip

Italian food is wonderful, but eating it can be a little complicated. Dinner will be late: most restaurants open between 7:30 and 9 pm, no earlier. Lunch is served between 1 and 4 pm, so don't expect shops and businesses to stay open during those hours - it's family time for most Italians.

Jewels of Italy 9 Days

The jewels of Italy await your arrival to dazzle and delight you with history, art, architecture and cuisine! Witness centuries old architecture in the “Eternal City,” masterpieces by Michelangelo in Florence, and the villages of Cinque Terre built right into the coastline.

Benvenuto Italia Hotels 3 Nights or more

The eternal city is where Italy begins. We offer a wide variety of 3, 4 & 5 star hotels and villas throughout Italy. From Lake Como in the pristine Italian Alps to Sicily and most points in between. Let us help you choose the right accommodations for you and the perfect itinerary. Add Car Rental, Rail Tickets, arrival/departure transfers, tours Independent.

5 Nights at Hotel Condotti in Rome from $275* pp based on double occupancy. This is a charming boutique hotel located near the Spanish Steps close to shops, restaurants and the Trevi Fountain.
*Price shown is per person based on double occupancy on select dates.

Golf in Italy

Golf under the Tuscan Sun 8 Days
Under the Tuscan sun, in the Alpine air, amid the darting breezes of the mistral: Italy's golf courses are as eclectic as they are challenging. The beauty of Bogogno Golf Club, Villa d'Este, Circolo Golf Ugolino and Italy's other stunning courses is surpassed only by that of its incredible art and architecture - and by its inimitable cuisine! Includes chauffeur for duration of stay (or self drive, car rental for duration of stay), 3 nights at the Hotel Borgo San Felice, Tuscany, 4 nights at the Grand Hotel Villa Medici, Florence, 5 rounds of golf: Castiglion del Bosco, Royal Golf La Bagnaia, Circolo Golf Ugolino, Golf Club Le Pavoniere and UNA Poggio del Medici Golf Club, full breakfast daily

Golf Courses Italy
We can arrange tee times at the following golf courses in Italy when booked with a minimum 3 night stay with car rental or chauffeur driven transportation, confirmed airfare available. Bogogno Golf Club, Castelconturbia Golf Club, Castiglion del Bosco, Circolo Golf Ugolino, Golf Club Le Pavonniere, Mannagio & Cadenabbia Golf Club, Rome acquasanta Golf Club, Royal La Bagnaia, UNA Poggio del Medici Golf Club, Verdura Golf Resort, Villa d'Este Golf Resort

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Insider Tip: Off the beaten path jewel....Gubbio, Umbria

Umbria is north of Rome and southeast of Florence. Think of Tuscany without the tourists. If you're driving, don't be in such a rush and take some time in this area that's just filled with quaint, picturesque towns filled with medieval buildings. Sample truffles, shop for beautiful ceramics and eat pasta! Be advised, you won't find menus in English here! Try the porchetta, crunchy, moist and delicious.

Italy Think you're an expert?

So you've been to Italy twice, 5 times, 10 times? And you've seen more than Rome, Florence and Venice? Even so, there's so much more. Consider another trip or three to see some of these spots. If you've seen them all, okay, you're an expert!

This is an easy one. The Roman Forum and the Colosseum in Rome.
Built in 80 AD it was used for spectacular shows and games, think gladiator fights. Nearby the Roman Forum was ancient Rome's crowning glory with temples, public spaces and basilicas.

Valley of the Temples in Sicily One of the most fascinating archaeological sites in Italy, located near Agrigento, is the ruined ancient city of Akragas and the well preserved Tempio della Concordia. It's remained largely intact since 430 BC.

Uffizi Gallery in Florence. Likely the most famous museum in Italy, it houses an unmatched collection of Italian Renaissance masterpieces in what was the offices of the Medici's.

Amalfi Coast. With its hairpin turns and breathtaking views, this is one memorable drive. Note: Probably better for the passenger than the driver.

Neopolitan Pizza. You can't walk down the street in Naples without passing loads of pizzerias. The sauce is wonderful, the mozzarella just made and the crust, chewy. Incredible, really.

The Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel The Vatican Museums is the largest museum complex in the world with over 1400 rooms.The Pinacoteca Vaticana is probably Rome's best picture gallery filled with Renaissance works. (I recommend a guided tour to get the most out of your visit and to avoid missing something you'll regret later) For example, the Hall of Maps. Most of the Vatican tour itineraries end in the Sistine Chapel, undoubtedly one of the Vatican's finest works. St. Peter's Basilica is one of the largest churches in the world. Admission to it is free but you must be properly dressed. The Pope holds Wednesday General Audiences with the Holy Father at 10:30 but you must have a ticket (which is free) to attend. Go online for information on getting tickets.

Climb the Brunelleschi's Dome in Florence. It is a masterpiece of beauty and engineering designed and built by Brunelleschi. People at the time considered it a "magic trick" that the octagonal dome could stand.

Go for a drive in Umbria The roads that connect the hilltop towns of Umbria are breathtaking. The west of Umbria is one of the most beautiful and underrated regions of Italy, For art, history and culture, go there and take in the spectacular villages of Spoleto and Norcia where tourists are rare.

Cinque Terre Park your car and hike the coastal trail between these five pastel colored fishing villages along the Italian Riviera. Another option is to rent a boat from one of the harbors. Book your trip in spring or fall to avoid the crowds.

Rent a trullo in Puglia. These charming buildings, the circular houses of Puglia with cone shaped roofs are part of a UNESCO's World Heritage site and are dated from the 16th century. The biggest concentration of these structures can be found in Alberobello.

Pompeii. A city frozen in time, Pompeii is one of the most interesting archaeological sites in the world. Completely covered by lava in 79 AD after an eruption of Mt. Vesuvius, this is well worth a visit. To see what archaeologists have discovered here is located in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.

St. Mark's Basilica Venice. Venice is tourist mecca because of its architectural style, bridges and canals. St. Mark's Cathedral is a treasure with its domes, marbles from the Middle East and amazing mosaics.

Sardinia's Turquoise Waters. Its southern coast avoids the crowds of Costa Smeralda and allows discovery of its untouched beaches, caves, gorges and the city of Cagliari.

Praiano and Conca dei Marini. Okay, these are often overlooked Amalfi Coast towns. Located halfway between Amalfi and Positano, these towns are quieter and romantic because of their spectacular views extending from the Bay of Positano to the island of Capri. Great beaches, beautiful sunsets and sun from morning to night. If you are a hiker, check out the Sentiero deli Dei trail that starts in Praiano. Conca Dei Marini has only about 100 inhabitants that live in cottages along the cliffs. These cliffs form the legendary Grotta della Smeradlo or the Emerald Grotto - a partially submerged cave that gives off a beautiful green light. Either of these make a great honeymoon destination.

Cortino D'Ampezzo is known as the "Pearl of the Dolomites" and is part of the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage site. This resort town is a gem both summer and winter. IN winter, skiers enjoy miles of slopes at Dolomiti Superski. During summer its a haven for hikers and climbers and anyone who wants to enjoy breathtaking mountain scenery.