Explore the best of Northern Italy during Low Season. Visit stunning destinations, including Rome, Venice and the Italian Riviera.
Spend 10 days exploring Northern Italy during low season! Discover Rome, Florence and Venice. Taste local produce in Parma, Bologna and Tuscany. Explore hidden gems like Ferrara and Trento. Experience the Dolomites and Italian Lake District. See the Leaning Tower of Pisa and explore stylish Milan all at incredible value!
Hotel in Rome
Hotel in Rome
9 Nights, (3 & 4 star hotels)
9 Nights
(3 & 4 star hotels)
9 Breakfasts | 3 Dinners
9 Breakfasts
3 Dinners
Air-conditioned coach
Air-conditioned coach
Fully-guided tour
Fully-guided tour
Hotel in Rome | 10:00 AM
Hotel in Rome | 10:00 AM
Benvenuti a Roma! Your Italy in Low Season tour begins this morning in one of the world’s most beloved capital cities. Meet up with your tour leader and fellow travellers at the hotel before setting off on a guided tour. See famous landmarks such as the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and the Colosseum! Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner.
See some of this ancient city’s highlights like the Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Spanish Steps before your free day tomorrow.
See some of this ancient city’s highlights like the Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Spanish Steps before your free day tomorrow.
Join your tour leader and fellow travellers in celebrating the first night on tour with a welcome dinner at a local Italian restaurant.
Join your tour leader and fellow travellers in celebrating the first night on tour with a welcome dinner at a local Italian restaurant.
This morning, visit Orvieto, a city perched on a cliff which boasts incredible scenery. Take the funicular to the city centre and admire the Cathedral of Orvieto and the Papal Residence! Then, travel to Tuscany. Look forward to tasting delicious Tuscan wine, olive oil and charcuterie at a local estate. After, head to the hotel in Florence for the evening.
Take a funicular up to the historic centre. Enjoy free time to see the sights, including the exquisite facade of the Cathedral of Orvieto.
Take a funicular up to the historic centre. Enjoy free time to see the sights, including the exquisite facade of the Cathedral of Orvieto.
Taste a variety of celebrated Tuscan wines from a local estate and sample local olive oil and charcuterie from the region.
Taste a variety of celebrated Tuscan wines from a local estate and sample local olive oil and charcuterie from the region.
Look forward to a full day in the “Jewel of the Renaissance”. Discover Florence’s most iconic sights, such as the Ponte Vecchio, Piazza Della Signoria and the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, on a guided tour. After, visit a local leather factory. The rest of the day is free. Tonight, enjoy an optional, family-style meal of delicious local dishes.
Explore this historic, Renaissance city. See highlights like Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo, and the replica of Michelangelo’s David.
Explore this historic, Renaissance city. See highlights like Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo, and the replica of Michelangelo’s David.
Learn about the centuries-old traditional art of leather-making at a local merchant; Leonardo Leather & Gold.
Learn about the centuries-old traditional art of leather-making at a local merchant; Leonardo Leather & Gold.
Get a true taste of Tuscany with this culinary experience in Florence! Sit down for a family-style meal and indulge in classic Tuscan dishes.
Get a true taste of Tuscany with this culinary experience in Florence! Sit down for a family-style meal and indulge in classic Tuscan dishes.
Bid Florence farewell after breakfast as the tour travels to the Leaning Tower of Pisa! Get a few fun pictures of this legendary tower. Next stop is Parma. Enjoy an orientation tour and experience the impressive architecture of Parma’s historic centre. Then, delight in a tasting of Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese and Prosciutto di Parma before travelling to tonight’s accommodation in Milan.
Tick the Leaning Tower of Pisa off your bucket list and snap iconic photos of yourself ‘holding up’ this world-famous landmark!
Tick the Leaning Tower of Pisa off your bucket list and snap iconic photos of yourself ‘holding up’ this world-famous landmark!
Explore this university city on an orientation tour. Discover the Parma Cathedral featuring frescoes from Correggio and the Camera di San Paolo, a former convent.
Explore this university city on an orientation tour. Discover the Parma Cathedral featuring frescoes from Correggio and the Camera di San Paolo, a former convent.
Parma is best known for its famous produce - Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese (Parmesan) and Prosciutto di Parma (Parma ham). Experience a tasting of these delectable local foods!
Parma is best known for its famous produce - Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese (Parmesan) and Prosciutto di Parma (Parma ham). Experience a tasting of these delectable local foods!
Wake up in Milan, one of the world’s fashion capitals! Join an expert local guide in discovering this dazzling city’s attractions including the striking Duomo di Milano (one of the largest Gothic buildings in the world), the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and the impressive La Scala opera house. The rest of the day is free to spend as you wish.
Explore Milan’s top sights including the exceptional Duomo di Milano, the historic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and the impressive La Scala with a local guide.
Explore Milan’s top sights including the exceptional Duomo di Milano, the historic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and the impressive La Scala with a local guide.
Today’s first stop is the serene city of Sirmione, located at the southern tip of Lake Garda. Next, travel to Trento, set against the magnificent backdrop of the Dolomite Mountains. Take a funicular to Sardagna, a mountain village which offers awe-inspiring views of the city and the snow-capped Dolomites! Tonight, enjoy a delicious three-course meal in Trento.
See this beautiful city on Lake Garda during an orientation tour. Marvel at the 13th-century Scaliger Castle and the Grottoes of Catullus.
See this beautiful city on Lake Garda during an orientation tour. Marvel at the 13th-century Scaliger Castle and the Grottoes of Catullus.
Majestic scenery awaits! Enjoy an orientation tour before taking a funicular to Sardagna. Prepare for panoramic views of Trento and the Dolomite Mountains!
Majestic scenery awaits! Enjoy an orientation tour before taking a funicular to Sardagna. Prepare for panoramic views of Trento and the Dolomite Mountains!
Today begins with a trip to Verona, the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. See Juliet’s balcony, the UNESCO-listed old town and the 2,000-year-old city gates! Later, travel to Venice. Join the An Evening of Venice optional excursion to experience the twinkling lights of the canals from a water taxi and gondola before enjoying dinner at a local restaurant!
Wander this city which was the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Absorb its ambience, and seek out Juliet’s balcony!
Wander this city which was the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Absorb its ambience, and seek out Juliet’s balcony!
Explore Venice, Italy’s floating city. Visit must-see sights like St Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace, Rialto Market, and more for an unforgettable experience.
Explore Venice, Italy’s floating city. Visit must-see sights like St Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace, Rialto Market, and more for an unforgettable experience.
Take a water taxi cruise and gondola ride of Venice’s iconic waterways. Soak up the romantic sights from the canals and enjoy an included dinner.
Take a water taxi cruise and gondola ride of Venice’s iconic waterways. Soak up the romantic sights from the canals and enjoy an included dinner.
This morning, visit Ferrara, a city rich in Renaissance architecture and medieval history. This afternoon, arrive in Bologna, the capital of Emilia-Romagna. This historic city is home to the oldest university in Europe and is known as Italy’s culinary capital! Discover some of the city’s artistic, cultural and architectural highlights on an orientation tour before enjoying a free evening.
Ferrara is a true hidden gem rich in Renaissance architecture, art and cultural highlights. Admire the towering 14th-century Castello Estense and the Duomo di Ferrara.
Ferrara is a true hidden gem rich in Renaissance architecture, art and cultural highlights. Admire the towering 14th-century Castello Estense and the Duomo di Ferrara.
Explore Bologna’s historic centre and see the Two Towers which dominate the skyline. Discover the historic University of Bologna which is the oldest in Europe!
Explore Bologna’s historic centre and see the Two Towers which dominate the skyline. Discover the historic University of Bologna which is the oldest in Europe!
Leave Bologna after breakfast, stopping in the hidden Umbrian jewel of Perugia. Then, travel to Assisi. St. Francis was born here in 1181 making it Italy’s most popular religious pilgrimage site. Marvel at the UNESCO-listed Basilica of St. Francis and the picture-perfect Piazza del Comune. Finally, travel to Rome. Sit down for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
This lesser-known Italian jewel is full of palaces, most notably the Gothic Priori Palace, and fascinating historic sites. Perugia is also famous for its chocolates!
This lesser-known Italian jewel is full of palaces, most notably the Gothic Priori Palace, and fascinating historic sites. Perugia is also famous for its chocolates!
Explore the picturesque city of Assisi, the home of St. Francis, which is famous for its historic churches and basilicas.
Explore the picturesque city of Assisi, the home of St. Francis, which is famous for its historic churches and basilicas.
Make a toast to the last night on tour at the final group dinner. Enjoy great food, and swap memories from an incredible Italian adventure.
Make a toast to the last night on tour at the final group dinner. Enjoy great food, and swap memories from an incredible Italian adventure.
After 10 days of exploring iconic Italian cities, hidden gems and sweeping scenery, this unforgettable Italy in Low Season tour comes to an end after breakfast this morning. Be sure to swap contact details with your fellow travellers before heading to your next destination. Buon viaggio from all of us at Expat Explore!
Majestic scenery awaits! Enjoy an orientation tour before taking a funicular to Sardagna. Prepare for panoramic views of Trento and the Dolomite Mountains!
Wander this city which was the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Absorb its ambience, and seek out Juliet’s balcony!
Tick the Leaning Tower of Pisa off your bucket list and snap iconic photos of yourself ‘holding up’ this world-famous landmark!
Explore this historic, Renaissance city. See highlights like Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo, and the replica of Michelangelo’s David.
Explore Bologna’s historic centre and see the Two Towers which dominate the skyline. Discover the historic University of Bologna which is the oldest in Europe!
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Enhance your tour with these carefully selected optional experiences. Each one is designed to add depth and excitement to your journey, allowing you to customize your adventure according to your interests.
Get a true taste of Tuscany with this culinary experience in Florence! Sit down for a family-style meal and indulge in classic Tuscan dishes.
Take a water taxi cruise and gondola ride of Venice’s iconic waterways. Soak up the romantic sights from the canals and enjoy an included dinner.
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Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
We partner with a range of hand-picked hotels in each destination. The hotels listed below are those we stay at most frequently. However, you may stay at different hotels of a similar standard.
A confirmed list of hotels is emailed to all travellers prior to their tour departure. To extend your stay in Rome, click here to book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.
I was pleasantly surprised every day Each day was its own adventure, so well planned ! Our tour guide Roma and bus driver Matteo made the experience extra special as they were so m...
Our tour leader Violetta was the best. We enjoyed all the activities and tours she had to offer. She is extremely knowledgeable and makes the tour fun. We met many people who we...
We did the 12 day Italian Delights tour. To say it was spectacular is an understatement. We saw Rome, the Amalfi Coast, Assisi, Tuscany, Florence, Pisa, Venice, Lake Garda, Chinque...
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If there are unequal numbers (3, 5, 7 etc.) then the remaining traveller will be roomed with another passenger of the same gender. Please note that minors under the age of 18 cannot share with another traveller outside of your group's booking.
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All travellers are required to carry their own bags. Our walking tours can last up to 3 hours and certain places involve walking up and down stairs. We want you to enjoy your tour, so read through the itinerary thoroughly and make your own conclusions as to whether you feel that you are fit and healthy enough.
Our tours are not suitable for young children, so we set a minimum age limit of 10 years old. However, at the discretion of Expat Explore we may consider younger children on certain tours if they meet certain criteria and a request is received in writing via email for consideration. Expat Explore reserves the absolute right to accept or decline a booking at our discretion.
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Before the tour starts, you will receive an email from us requesting your dietary requirements. There is always a vegetarian option available. We try as much as we can to offer you the traditional local cuisine.
No, you will need to make your own arrangements to get to the meeting point for the first day of your tour. We have partnered with Welcome Pickups to secure a hassle-free service. You will be met at the arrivals gate by your driver. Your driver will track your flight, so they'll wait for you even if it's delayed. Please click here to book an airport transfer.
This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tours specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.