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- Venice with Tuscan Trail
- Ultimate Italian Adventure: Venice, Rome, and Amalfi Coast Experience
- Mamma Mia! - 13 Days/12 Nights
- Sicilian Secrets Tour of Sicily, Matera and Apulia 2025
- Venice, Florence, Sorrento, Rome: essential (3* hotels) low carbon tour by train
- Milan, Venice, Florence, Sorrento, Rome: essential (3* hotels) low carbon tour by train
- Italian Getaway With Ferrari Museum Visit
- Highlights of Puglia Small Group Tour - 9 Days
- Venetian Canals to Amalfi Coast Splendor
- Magical Apulia region - 6 Days (Small Group)
Approx. $360 per day provides 4-star hotels in Rome, Florence, and Venice. The package features airport transfers, 7 breakfasts, Tuscan restaurant lunches, and entry to the Colosseum and Doge Palace. Wine tastings in Montepulciano included.
Duration 8 days Destinations Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence, Bologna, Venice Age Range 2 to 89 year olds Price Per Day $537 Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From $4,775
10% Off- NZ$4,298You save $478
Around $370 per day provides 4-star hotels across Italy's prime locations. Package comes with breakfast daily, train transfers, and guided tours of Venice's canals, Rome's Colosseum, and Amalfi's coast. Additional activities available.
Duration 10 days Destinations Venice, Rome, Sorrento, Naples Age Range 2 to 89 year olds Price Per Day $403 Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From $4,477
10% Off- NZ$4,029You save $448
Mamma Mia! - 13 Days/12 Nights
37 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Beautiful destinations and enough time to explore. The company was also very quick to respond and help me.”
Denise, traveled in September
Around $270 per day covers budget-friendly stays at centrally located hostels and camping villages across Italy. The package includes welcome dinners in Rome, wine tastings in Tuscany, and boat trips to Capri. Designed for cost-conscious travelers aged 18+.
Duration 13 days Destinations Rome, Sorrento, Capri, Amalfi, Positano, Naples, Florence, Tuscany, San Gimignano, PisaSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Price Per Day $317 Operator Italy on a Budget Tours From $5,150
20% Off- NZ$4,120You save $1,030
Approx. $380 daily includes 4-star hotels like Mercure Palermo Centro and Il Principe Catania. The tour offers tastings of Sicilian granita, local honey on Mount Etna, and olive oil near Bari. Domestic flight from Catania to Bari with 20kg luggage included.
Duration 10 days Destinations Palermo, Monreale, Cefalu, Catania, Mount Etna, Taormina, Syracuse, Island of Ortigia, Bari, Castel del MonteSee all destinations Age Range up to 75 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $547 Operator Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl From $6,832
20% Off- NZ$5,466You save $1,366
This 9-day Italian journey features new or renovated 3* hotels. High-speed train travel, private transfers in Sorrento, and guided tours in each city are included. Skip-the-line access at major attractions and a carbon offset program complete the package.
Duration 9 days Destinations Venice, Florence, Sorrento, Rome Age Range up to 99 year olds Price Per Day $468 Operator Meet and Greet Italy From
20% Off- NZ$4,215
This Italian adventure offers 3-star accommodations and rail travel between cities, complemented by guided walks in Rome, hop-on-hop-off bus tours, and traditional limoncello tastings in Sorrento. The package includes carbon-neutral transport and daily breakfast buffets.
Duration 11 days Destinations Milan, Venice, Florence, Sorrento, Rome Age Range up to 99 year olds Price Per Day $472 Operator Meet and Greet Italy From
20% Off- NZ$5,188
Luxury package at $540 per day includes 4-star hotels across Italy, daily breakfasts, and premium activities like Ferrari test drives and Chianti wine tastings. Covers train transfers, guided tours, and special lunch at Il Cavallino restaurant.
Duration 11 days Destinations Rome, Florence, Bologna, Venice Age Range 2 to 90 year olds Price Per Day $866 Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From $9,716
2% Off- NZ$9,522You save $194
Luxury package at approx. $590 per day includes 8 nights at 4-star hotels like The Nicolaus Bari, with 14 meals including special dinner at Masseria le Stanzie. Covers transportation and guided tours of UNESCO sites like Alberobello's trulli district.
Duration 9 days Destinations Bari, Trani, Castel del Monte, Alberobello, Matera, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Otranto, Lecce, GallipoliSee all destinations Age Range 4 to 99 year olds Price Per Day $622 Operator Click Tours From $8,746
36% Off- NZ$5,598You save $3,149
Around $720 per day covers 4-star hotels, 10 breakfasts, and lunch at Chianti winery. The price includes all transfers, guided tours of St. Mark's Square, Vatican Museums, and Capri boat excursion.
Duration 11 days Destinations Venice, Florence, Rome, Sorrento, Naples Age Range 2 to 90 year olds Price Per Day $1,090 Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From $14,108
15% Off- NZ$11,991You save $2,116
Magical Apulia region - 6 Days (Small Group)
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Alberobello hotel was maybe 3 star, not 4 star like Bari and Lecce hotels.”
Janice, traveled in May
Around $580 per day covers 4-star hotels in Bari's Nicolaus and Lecce's Delle Palme. The package includes 5 breakfasts, 5 dinners, entry to Castel del Monte, and stays in traditional Trulli houses of Alberobello.
Duration 6 days Destinations Bari, Trani, Castel del Monte, Alberobello, Matera, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Otranto, Lecce Age Range 4 to 99 year olds Price Per Day $609 Operator Click Tours From $5,707
36% Off- NZ$3,653You save $2,055
What people love about Budget Tours in Italy
- Italy Must-See: Amalfi Coast, Tuscany, Florence, Pisa & more!
I had a great time on our tour of Rome, Florence and Venice with day trips to Cinque Terre and Tuscany. It represented great value with a fully trained tour guide on each day guiding you through the trip and a free apperitivo and welcome meal included along with the accommodation. A special shout-out to our tour guides Anna and Elisa who were amazing. It was great to get to know them as well as learn more about the cities we visited. Their local knowledge really enhanced the tour and I was always given great recommendations for things to do or food and drink to try whether it was pasta, pizza, Italian bread, an apperitivo or gelato (I ate a lot of gelato!) Highlights of the tour included trying Carbonara as part of our welcome dinner in Rome, exploring all the great architecture of Rome and the Vatican and our day trip to Tuscany where we tried various different wines and it really felt like a proper Italian experience. Thank you to Italy on a Budget tours for making this such a memorable tour. I think I'll have to come back and go to Southern Italy next time!
- Mamma Mia! - 13 Days/12 Nights
The Italy On A Budget 13-day Mama Mia tour covers a lot of ground (literally because we walked almost 100 miles) journeying to several of the most well known cities and historic sites/ruins of the country. Good walking shoes and plenty of stamina are needed to keep pace with the friendly, knowledgable and flexible tour leaders who take into consideration the needs and wants and budgets of group members. The optional excursions led by tour guides are reasonably priced and can be tailored to your desire for specific types and locations of scenic sites. Or with plenty of free time integrated into the daily routine, you can venture out on your own or join an alternative excursion offered by a local tour guide. The accommodations match the "inexpensive budget" and are acceptable especially if you upgrade to a private room/bath.
- Italy City Break - 5 Days
Amazing time. You get to see so much, in such a short amount of time it was awesome
What our customers ask about Budget Tours to Italy
What is the average daily budget I can expect for budget tours in Italy?
Budget tours in Italy cost between $140-400 USD per day with most options falling around $230-270 USD daily. This covers your accommodation daily transportation between cities guided activities and some meals. The Mamma Mia tour serves as a good example at $269 USD per day with stays at properties like Hotel Villa Diodoro in Taormina and centrally located hostels in Rome. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "Italy on a Budget did a great job planning... we saw landmarks cities & enjoyed experiencing every part of their culture while keeping costs reasonable."
What are the most budget-friendly regions to visit in Italy?
The south of Italy offers better value than its northern counterparts. Places like Puglia Sicily and Campania provide more affordable options for food lodging and daily activities compared to destinations like Venice or Milan. Lesser-known Tuscan towns such as San Gimignano and Siena present good alternatives to pricier tourist spots. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "The South was amazing value - the food was cheaper and more authentic the people were friendly and there were fewer tourists."
When is the most affordable time to visit Italy while still enjoying good weather?
Moving away from major tourist hubs can lead to significant savings. Regions like Puglia Calabria and Sicily deliver authentic experiences at lower prices. Cities such as Bologna and Naples offer similar cultural richness as Rome or Florence but at reduced rates. A TourRadar traveler confirms: "Bologna was a highlight - amazing food beautiful architecture and much more affordable than the bigger tourist cities." These destinations also tend to be less crowded allowing for more genuine local interactions.
What meals are typically included in budget Italy tours?
Budget tours generally cover daily breakfast and select group meals. The Mamma Mia tour for instance provides welcome dinners in Rome buffet aperitivo in Florence and wine tastings in Tuscany. You'll need to budget around $30-50 USD daily for non-included meals which gives you freedom to explore local dining spots. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The included welcome dinners were great for meeting the group while having free meals let us explore local spots recommended by our guide."
Are entrance fees to major attractions included in budget tour prices?
While some entrance fees come with the tour package many major sites require extra payment. The Colosseum costs about $20 USD Vatican Museums $25 USD and Uffizi Gallery $30 USD as additional expenses. Some packages like the Ultimate Italian Adventure do include entry to places like St. Mark's Basilica in Venice. A TourRadar traveler suggests: "The basic entrance fees were covered but popular museums and special exhibits were extra - budget about $100-150 USD for additional attractions you want to visit."
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