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Italy Guided Tours

Expertly guided tours in Italy

Italy is a destination with a little something for everyone. And we understand the desire to explore it all firsthand. We’ve been sharing Italy’s rich culture with travelers since 1989. Collette’s Italy tours are designed and led by experts who call Italy home — so you’ll go far beyond the guidebook, experiencing the iconic sights with chances to uncover your own personal connection to the region along the way. Andiamo, traveler.

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Southern Italy & Sicily featuring Taormina, Matera and the Amalfi Coast

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Italian Vistas

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Italy's Treasures Art, Food & Wine of Italy

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Italy: Amalfi Coast to Puglia

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Best of Italy

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Sicily and Its Isles

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Tuscan & Umbrian Countryside featuring Italy's Charming Hill Towns

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Shrines of Italy

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Reflections of Italy featuring Verona and Lake Como in winter

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Rome & the Amalfi Coast: Winter in Sorrento

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Rome & the Amalfi Coast

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Reflections of Italy

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Reflections of Italy

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2025 Jubilee: The Holy Year A Pilgrimage to Rome & Assisi

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Rome, Sorrento & the Amalfi Coast featuring Amalifi & Ravello

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Spotlight on Northern Italy featuring Venice, Verona & the Dolomites

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Tuscany and the Italian Riviera

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Spotlight on Tuscany

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Treasures of Europe from London to Rome

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Mediterranean Coastal Journey Spain, France & Italy

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Old World Sicily & Malta

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Peaks of Europe: The Alps to The Dolomites featuring France, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria, and Italy

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Alpine Lakes & Scenic Trains featuring a cruise on Lake Maggiore and scenic trains in Switzerland & Italy

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Venice and Croatian Islands Cruise

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Greece: In the Footsteps of Paul the Apostle featuring a 3-night Greek Islands & Turkey cruise

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Know Before You Go: Italy

Best Time of Year to Travel to Italy

Italy enchants in every season, offering something special no matter when you visit. Spring and fall are perfect for mild weather, colorful landscapes, and fewer crowds, ideal for leisurely strolls through history-soaked cities. Summer brings lively festivals and sun-drenched coastlines, inviting travelers to embrace Italy’s energy at its fullest. Winter reveals a quieter side, with festive holiday markets, cozy trattorias, and snow-capped mountains in the north. Whether you're chasing sunshine along the Amalfi Coast, marveling at Renaissance art in Florence, or skiing in the Dolomites, Italy is always ready to impress.

Traveling Italy by Train

Italy’s train system is a practical and scenic way to explore the country. Routes connect major destinations, including Rome, Florence, Venice, and Naples, with frequent departures and central stations. Tickets are easy to book online or at kiosks, and traveling by rail means skipping traffic while enjoying stunning views along the way.

Top Cities to Visit in Italy

Rome is a must for ancient ruins, Florence showcases Renaissance masterpieces, and Venice’s canals are world-famous for a reason. Milan offers cutting-edge fashion and design, while the Amalfi Coast delivers breathtaking views. Tuscany’s vineyards provide the perfect countryside retreat, and Sicily’s deep-rooted traditions add a distinct charm. And when you’re ready to explore Italy’s lesser-known gems, Collette’s expert guides can show you the way.

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Explore Italy

We offer 14+ unique tours across Italy. Find your perfect trip!

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Agrigento
Amalfi Coast
Assisi
Bologna
Cinque Terre
Como
Cortona
Europe
Florence
Genoa
Italian Riviera
Lake Como
Lucca
Massa Lubrense
Matera
Mestre
Monreale
Murano Island
Naples
Orvieto
Palermo
Perugia
Pisa
Pompeii
Portofino
Ravello
Rome
San Gimignano
Sicily
Siena
Sorrento
Stresa
Taormina
Tuscany
Vatican City
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Expertly Planned. Expertly Led.

Our tours are designed and led by destination experts who call these destinations home.

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Shannon L.

Senior Tour Design Manager

Shannon Levi was born and raised in Rome, with a family immersed in travel. The Levi family is made up of Tour Managers, local guides, airlinge agents, hoteliers, and port agents. During her free time, she enjoys antiquing, walking her dog — a Lagotto Romagnolo (that's an Italian breed specialized in truffle hunting), and growing "Pra" basil to make her own homemade pesto.

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Paolo N.

Tour Manager

Twenty years ago, Paolo Naldi decided he needed a change in his life and career. And he's been a Tour Manager ever since. To Paolo, helping travelers experience the joy of travel while sharing his passion for his country is an honor. The perspective he wants to share? Italians are colorful, with lots of heart.

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BY TRAVELERS. FOR TRAVELERS.

From handpicked hotels, restaurants, and cultural experiences to thoughtfully integrated free time, our on-the-ground team in Italy crafts journeys they'd want to take themselves.

GUIDED BY EXCELLENCE

Travelers always tell us that Tour Managers make the journey. It's like traveling with a friend who's got the inside scoop. They live in the destination and share hidden gems that only the locals know.

Unforgettable Experiences in Italy

Discover hidden gems and authentic experiences that go beyond the guidebook.

Hands-on Cooking Class

Hands-on Cooking Class

Roll up your sleeves and learn how to make a traditional pasta recipe under the expert guidance of a bona fide Italian nonna at vineyard in Italy’s Prosecco region.

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Truffle Hunting

Truffle Hunting

Hunt for truffles with a local expert and his truffle-sniffing dogs in the wooded Umbrian countryside. Then sample truffle fare during a rustic, home-cooked lunch.

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Off-Roading in Tuscany

Off-Roading in Tuscany

Ride off-road vehicles in the Carrara marble quarries and discover where Michelangelo sourced marble for his sculptures.

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Anti-Mafia Olive Oil

Anti-Mafia Olive Oil

Meet Nicola Clemenza at his olive grove in Sicily for a taste of their sustainably produced oil. Learn about how his ethical production methods and business practices have helped combat the Mafia.

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100+ Years of Happy Collette Travelers: Italy Reviews

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The yacht cruise and tour manager along with a few days in Venice and Dubrovnik made this trip special! All felt it was one of the best travel experiences we have had.

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Venice and Croatian Islands Cruise

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Excellent tour, and Dario, the tour guide was the best! Hotels were generally very nice - settings were exceptional. Slight snafu with water being turned off in the hotel 2 days in a row, but assume that couldn't be helped! Dario added a vineyard and wine lunch to appease, and it was lovely. We particularly enjoyed the evening where we prepared our own dinner! Thanks for everything - we will travel with Collette again!

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While the pace was fast for me (I'm in my 70's and a little out of shape) I was never left behind! and in fact, was able to enjoy the beautiful country's sights and food with incredible knowledge of every detail given by the guides. The accommodations were fascinating, some grandiose and all different. Each had its own charm, whether view out the window or elegant bathroom. It's hard to describe how lovely the people and the country were, I especially loved visiting a family vineyard and feasting on a simple lunch that tasted magnifico! Gondola w/musicians was wonderful. All of Rome, the colosseum, Vatican City, Sorrento, Capri (the most luscious flora, outstanding sights, smells) Florence, Venice, Stresa, all terrific.

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Italian Vistas

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There were so many memorable experiences with this tour. It is an active itinerary so be in good shape. There was enough free time to balance the time on excursions.

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Venice and Croatian Islands Cruise

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Loved so much about this trip but esprcially loved visit to the proseco vineyard where everyone made past, venice and the gondola trip, and the dinner at the counts palace outside Venice.

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Explore Northern Italy

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Traveling on the yacht was a wonderful experience- getting to know the other guests and enjoying time together while touring several ports along the Adriatic Sea. Accommodations were great, food was delicious and the entire week was filled with adventure and excitement every place we visited.

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Venice and Croatian Islands Cruise

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Ben Slavin our tour manager made our trip fantastic, his knowledge, personality, recommendations, humor, made our trip very interesting. The places we visited were just what we wanted to see. The local guides made the areas we visited unique, places and experiences I would have never envisioned. Collette will definitely be considered for another trip in other parts of the world.

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Best of Italy

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PayPal’s Audience and St Francis of Assisi day trip. 4 Holy Doors/Basilica

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2025 Jubilee: The Holy Year

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I rated the accommodation “good” only because of location. I preferred a hotel that is in the city center, similar to our previous Switzerland, Austria and Munich tour with Colette.

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2025 Jubilee: The Holy Year

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Max was amazing. Great tour manager!!

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Discover Reflections of Italy

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Truly amazing - we experienced so much great culture and food. The most memorable was the climb up Mount Etna - what an extraordinary sight!

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Southern Italy & Sicily

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Being with group of nice pet. Having a great tour guide. Tour all the cities.

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The train ride up to see Matterhorn Mountains

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Alpine Lakes & Scenic Trains

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This tour was great! We got to see so many different sights and experience different modes of transportation. The vistas are just gorgeous. Our tour guide, Daniel, was awesome as was our motor coach driver, Danillo. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone who wants to see various places in Switzerland and Lake Maggiore in Italy. FABULOUS!

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Alpine Lakes & Scenic Trains

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The ship was nice and relaxing

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Venice and Croatian Islands Cruise

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Excellent chance to learn about and see as much of the Alps and Dolomites as is possible in 12 days. The tour guides teach about history and culture while on the bus. From France to Italy and everything in between, you’ll see, go, do and learn.

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Peaks of Europe: The Alps to The Dolomites

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Beautiful country, beautiful art, beautiful cities, beautiful people. My favorite was going to the farm and cooking dinner. Great tour, great time!

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What a wonderful week! We especially loves Cinque Terre and the La Spezia region. Mike, our tour guide was amazing and all accommodations, tours, and everything in between was wonderful!

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Tuscany and the Italian Riviera

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The tour director was wonderful. She made sure all were comfortable on the tour. Her insights to many of the places we visited was fantastic. She even added a stop at the American Cemetery in Tuscany. This was a major highlight for many. How thoughtful. Loved staying in one hotel and touring each day. The hotel was comfortable but wish there was more variety in the breakfasts.

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Ready to get closer to Italian culture? Join locals with the inside scoop on the expertly planned, expertly led tour of your dreams.

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Tuscan & Umbrian Countryside featuring Italy's Charming Hill Towns

On a journey through the less-traveled country roads of Umbria and Tuscany, discover another side to the Italy you love.

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Italy's Treasures Art, Food & Wine of Italy

Vineyards, olive groves, and cities that float. Incredible history, indelible culture, and unforgettable cuisine. This is <i>l’Italia</i> at its most iconic.

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Italian Vistas

From the ancient ruins of Pompeii to the chic charm of the Sorrento Coast, embark on a spectacular Italian getaway.

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Old World Sicily & Malta

Explore Sicily and Malta – two island paradises nestled amongst the deep blue waves of the Mediterranean.

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Our best moments on tour in Italy

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Italy Travel FAQs

U.S. citizens do not need a visa for stays in Italy under 90 days. However, starting in 2025, U.S. travelers will need to apply for an ETIAS travel authorization before visiting.

It depends on what your goals and interests are! Check out this blog to learn more about the right time and place for you.

Yes, Italy is generally a safe country for travelers. When you travel with a trusted tour operator like Collette, you benefit from our expert Tour Managers and 24/7 Emergency Response Team.

The flight duration from the United States to Italy depends on your departure city. Here are some estimates:

  • East Coast (New York, Washington, D.C.): Around 8 to 9 hours

  • West Coast (Los Angeles, San Francisco): Around 12 to 13 hours

  • Average flight time → About 11 hours

Collette’s expertly crafted tours ensure effortless travel in Italy, from high-speed trains to scenic drives through Tuscany and the Amalfi Coast.

The ideal trip length depends on what you want to see! A 7 to 10-day trip lets you explore major cities like Rome, Florence, and Venice at a relaxed pace. If you want a deeper dive into Tuscany, the Amalfi Coast, or Sicily, consider 10 to 14 days.

Italy is card-friendly, but carrying some cash is useful for small purchases, taxis, and places that don’t accept cards — especially in rural areas.

Traveling to Italy with dietary restrictions is manageable and enjoyable! Many restaurants are accommodating and offer a variety of naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan options. Please communicate any dietary needs when you book your tour. You should also share dietary restrictions with your Tour Manager once they contact you before the trip.

Italy is a year-round destination, but the best time to visit depends on your preferences.

  • April - May is one of the best times to visit, with mild weather, blooming flowers, and bustling cities.

  • June - August is peak tourist season, with warm to hot weather; major cities can be crowded and hot.

  • September - October is another excellent time to visit, with pleasant temperatures, harvest festivals, and crowds begin to decrease toward late October.

  • November - March is considered off-season, with cooler temperatures, fewer tourists and often offer lower tour prices.

Italy, being one of the world's top travel destinations, often has busy tourist sites, so travelers should be ready to navigate through crowds. In many historical centers, coaches are prohibited, necessitating significant walking over uneven cobblestone paths and navigating stairs without railings.

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