Budget Tours to Italy
The best way to see Rome? By guided tour, bringing emperors and gladiators back to life. Head to the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, defying gravity for hundreds of years. See the beautiful Cinque Terre villages that cling to steep cliffs along the coast, take a romantic gondola ride through Venice's timeless canals, and take a scenic train ride from Rome to Venice. It’s Italy, but different.
10 best Budget Italy tour packages
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MelissaItaly travel expert at TourRadar
- Best of Sicily Catania to Taormina - 10 Days
- 5 Day Rome And Florence By Train Including Pisa, Cinque Terre, Villa D’Este and Villa Adriana
- Sicilian Secrets - Special Tour Sant'Agata 2026 - 8 days
- Milan, Venice, Florence, Sorrento, Rome: essential (3* hotels) low carbon tour by train
- Italy's Best
- Ultimate Italian Adventure: Venice, Rome, and Amalfi Coast Experience
- Venice, Florence, Sorrento, Rome: essential (3* hotels) low carbon tour by train
- 7-Day Puglia & Matera Explorer (Age 21 To 41 )
- Rome, Florence, and Venice with a Serene Lakeside Getaway in Sirmione
- Journey of Charming Sicily - 10 Days
Best of Sicily Catania to Taormina - 10 Days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Well organised tour, Angela is a great guide.”
Andrea, traveled in November
Valued at approx. $400 per day, featuring 4-star stays at Mediterraneo Palace Ragusa and Il Principe Catania. Package offers 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners, with special tastings at Florio wine cellars and Sabadì chocolate makers.
Duration 10 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Monreale, Palermo, CefaluSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Price Per Day $467 Operator Click Tours From $7,295
36% Off- NZ$4,669You save $2,626
Duration 5 days Destinations Rome, Florence, Pisa, Cinque Terre Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $351 Operator STM Tours LLC From $2,507
30% Off- NZ$1,755You save $752
The package costs approx. $230 per day, featuring 4-star hotels like Il Principe Catania and Mercure Palermo Centro. Includes 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and tastings at Florio wine cellars and Sabadì chocolate makers. Walking tours of Baroque cities and UNESCO World Heritage sites are included.
Duration 8 days Destinations Palermo, Monreale, Marsala, Agrigento, Piazza Armerina, Modica, Ragusa, Noto, Syracuse, CataniaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Price Per Day $662 Operator Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl From
30% Off- NZ$5,297
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 All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $415 Operator Meet and Greet Italy From $5,712
20% Off- NZ$4,569You save $1,142
Italy's Best
246 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The scenery, cities and history were right out of a fairytale. When finishing the tour you are left with a sense of truly having seen the best of Italy!”
Sandy, traveled in May
Value package at approx. $240 per day includes breakfasts and 4 dinners. Offers stays at Starhotels President in Genoa and Grand Hotel Ambasciatori in Montecatini. Optional Tuscan farm dinner available.
Duration 14 days Destinations Rome, Pisa, Montecatini, Florence, La Spezia, Cinque Terre, Genoa, Milan, Lake Maggiore, LuganoSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $321 Operator Cosmos From $4,699
4% Off- NZ$4,499You save $200
Ultimate Italian Adventure: Venice, Rome, and Amalfi Coast Experience
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The transfers, tours, selected hotels and days for us to do our own thing were well considered and worked really well.”
Trisha, traveled in August
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 All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $554 Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From
4% Off- NZ$5,538
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 All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $418 Operator Meet and Greet Italy From $4,700
20% Off- NZ$3,760You save $940
This southern Italian journey at approx. $320 per day includes partner hotel stays and daily breakfasts. Features guided walks through Bari's old town, UNESCO site visits in Alberobello and Matera, plus traditional welcome dinner.
Duration 7 days Destinations Bari, Monopoli, Polignano a Mare, Matera, Alberobello, Lecce, Otranto, Torre dell'Orso, Gallipoli Age Range Ages 21-41 Price Per Day $578 Operator Italy on a Budget Tours From $4,760
15% Off- NZ$4,046You save $714
Around $280 per day covers 4-star hotels, daily breakfast, and train travel. The tour includes Rome's Colosseum, Florence's Uffizi Gallery, and Venice's Grand Canal, plus airport transfers and Sirmione Castle tour.
Duration 8 days Destinations Rome, Florence, Venice, Lake Garda Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $646 Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From
15% Off- NZ$5,169
Priced at approx. $350 per day, this tour provides 4-star stays at Mercure Palermo Centro and Il Principe Hotel. Package includes 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners, with tastings at Florio Cellars and Sabadè chocolate factory. Professional guides lead tours of 8 UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Duration 10 days Destinations Palermo, Monreale, Cefalu, Catania, Mount Etna, Taormina, Syracuse, Island of Ortigia, Noto, RagusaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Price Per Day $384 Operator Click Tours From $6,006
36% Off- NZ$3,844You save $2,162
What people love about Budget Tours in Italy
- Ultimate Italian Adventure: Venice, Rome, and Amalfi Coast Experience
Italy - Venice, Rome, Amalfi Coast I can honestly say that this was the best holiday I have actually had. The transfers, tours, selected hotels and days for us to do our own thing were well considered and worked really well. Living busy lives, it was so wonderful to be able to actually rest knowing that the fine details were all worked out in advance. The team worked tirelessly to ensure that everything was great everyday for us. We will definitely be booking with them again. Thank you wonderful holidays for a wonderful holiday
- Rome, Florence & Venice
Giuseppe our tour guide was Excellent! He was very organized, his communication of English is outstanding. I was most impressed with his seamles improvisational skills in those days the weather did not cooperate he made the day effortlessly fun! He certainly made my vacation very memorable.
- Italy City Break - 5 Days
Really enjoyed the tour. Good mix of organised tour and free time. Only downside were the strict early starts but otherwise couldn’t fault it
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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