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Highlights of Italy in Winter
8 Days | See a less crowded side of Italy on this winter adventure.
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Start
Rome, Italy
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Venice, Italy
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Trip Code
ZLSW
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
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Meals
5 breakfasts, 1 dinner
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Transport
Train, Public bus, Metro
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Hotel (7 nights)
From £2,079(8 days)
Trip Informations
Ah, Italia. It seems a little unfair that one country does food, architecture, art, history and the central social square so perfectly. It’s just a shame the rest of the world feels the same way! But while most associate Italy with summer, relatively mild winters make Italy the perfect place to visit during the off season. On this trip, you’ll see all the fabulous spots with far fewer tourists crowding the squares and clogging up the lines. Take in the crumbling ruins of Rome, whimsical Florence and the floating 15th century city of Venice in this diverse tour.
Why you’ll love this trip
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This winter trip is a great way to see the highlights of Italy without any of the crowds.
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Wander around Rome's famous landmarks including the Colosseum, Vatican City, Sistine Chapel, St Peter's Basilica and much more. This is a city where you'll be able to tick a lot off your bucket list.
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The floating city of Venice is one place you’ll be happy to get lost in. The city's maze of alleyways, canals and lagoon islands lead to over 130 churches, all with their own distinct character.
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Learn to make the king of comfort food – pasta – by hand in Bologna.
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By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Tuuur Foundation partner, Cooperativa Coraggio. Donations help them regenerate 22 hectares of unused public land to create local jobs and produce organic food in Italy. Tuuur will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Tuuur Foundation.
Is this trip right for you?
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The primary means of transportation on this trip is by train. Trains are a fast way to cross long distances, allowing you to avoid traffic jams and arrive right into the city centre. They are comfortable and all have toilets, however can sometimes be quite busy. Please note that you'll have to carry your own luggage on and off the train, so make sure it doesn’t exceed our weight and size recommendations. You can find this information in the 'What to Take' section of the trip notes.
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Often there are no lifts or escalators in train stations or in the hotel, so you will have to carry your bags up and down the stairs yourself.
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This trip is designed for off-season and takes place in the colder winter months of the year. It is essential that you are aware of the climate in Italy during this time. Please carefully consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season.
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Hotels in Europe often don't have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together/apart. Rooms can be rather small, especially compared to American or Australian standards.
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On this trip you must pack as lightly as possible because you will be expected to carry your own bag and although you won't be required to walk long distances with your luggage (max 30 minutes), we strongly recommend keeping the weight under 15kg / 33lb. Most travellers carry their luggage in a backpack, although an overnight bag with a shoulder strap would suffice if you travel lightly. Smaller bags or backpacks with wheels are convenient although we recommend your bag has carry straps to accommodate the cobbled streets, uneven surfaces, stairs and steps you are likely to encounter while carrying your luggage. You'll also need a day pack/bag to carry water and a camera etc for day trips.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Day 1 • Rome
- DAY 2Day 2 • Rome
- DAY 3Day 3 • Florence
- DAY 4Day 4 • Pisa / Florence
- DAY 5Day 5 • Florence / Bologna
- DAY 6Day 6 • Bologna / Venice
- DAY 7Day 7 • Venice
- DAY 8Day 8 • Venice
Inclusions
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5 breakfasts, 1 dinner
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Train, Public bus, Metro
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Hotel (7 nights)
festival Activities
circlePisa - Half Day Trip to Pisa
circleBologna - Pasta class
circleVenice - San Giorgio Bell Tower
circleVenice - Cicchetti tour
museum Optional activities
circleVatican City - Vatican Museum - EUR25
circleRome - Galleria Borghese - EUR17
circleRome - Christian Catacombs - EUR10
circleRome - Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill - EUR19
circleRome - Castel Sant'Angelo - EUR19
circleRome - Imperial Fora - EUR16
circleRome - Keats-Shelley Memorial House - EUR6
circleRome - Venezia Palace - EUR17
circleVatican City - St Peter's Dome Climb & Elevator - EUR10
circleRome - Pantheon - EUR5
circleFlorence - Aperitivo Time! Urban Adventure - EUR77
circleFlorence - Foodies Walk Urban Adventure - EUR79
circleFlorence - Baptistry - EUR10
circleFlorence - Medici Chapels - EUR17
circleFlorence - Pitti Palace, Gallery of Modern Art & Palatine Gallery - EUR19
circleFlorence - Accademia - EUR20
circleFlorence - Uffizi Gallery - EUR29
circleFlorence - Palazzo Vecchio - EUR12
circleFlorence - Baptistry, Museo Opera del Duomo, Giotto Bell Tower and Brunelleschi Dome - EUR30
circleFlorence - Bargello Museum - EUR16
circleVenice - Scuola Grande di San Rocco - EUR14
circleVenice - Doge's Palace & Bridge of Sighs - EUR30
circleCa’ D’Oro - Galería Franchetti - EUR15
circleVenice - Accademia Gallery - EUR16
circleVenice - Museum of St Mark's Basilica - EUR5
circlePeggy Guggenheim Collection - EUR17
circleVenice - Ca' Rezzonico Museum of Eighteenth Century Art - EUR11
circleVenice - Glass Museum Murano - EUR11
circleVenice - Gondola Ride - EUR80
circleVenice - St Mark's Campanile - EUR12
circleVenice - St Mark's Basilica Treasury - EUR5
circleVenice - Traghetto Ride - EUR2
circleVenice - The Sweet Taste of Venice Urban Adventure - EUR94
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Saturday Nov 01, 2025
Saturday Nov 08, 2025
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£2,299
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£2,288
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Important notes
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1. This trip takes place during the colder winter months. While this allows you to experience the highlights of Italy without the crowds it is important to bear in mind that winters in Europe are usually quite cold and possibly rainy. Temperatures can drop to freezing or below, and snowfalls can happen at higher altitudes. If temperatures are above freezing there is a likelihood of rainy days during this time of year. You will need to be prepared to travel in varying temperatures and rain.
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2. A single supplement is bookable for this trip. Availability is limited due to small property we use. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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