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- Mamma Mia! - 13 Days/12 Nights
- Italy Must-See: Amalfi Coast, Tuscany, Florence, Cinque Terre & more!
- Venice with Tuscan Trail
- Ultimate Italian Adventure: Venice, Rome, and Amalfi Coast Experience
- Sicilian Secrets Tour of Sicily, Matera and Apulia 2025
- Milan, Venice, Florence, Sorrento, Rome: essential (3* hotels) low carbon tour by train
- Milan, Venice, Florence, Rome, Sorrento: essential (3*hotels) low carbon tour by train
- 6 Day Milan including visit to Verona, Lake Garda, Florence, Pisa, Lake Como, Bellagio, & Lugano.
- Italy's Best
- Italian Getaway With Ferrari Museum Visit
Mamma Mia! - 13 Days/12 Nights
35 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was well organised and everything was really easy to navigate.”
Anika, traveled in October
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 $241 Operator Italy on a Budget Tours From $3,480
10% Off- US$3,132You save $348
Italy Must-See: Amalfi Coast, Tuscany, Florence, Cinque Terre & more!
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The experience was totally different.”
Amy, traveled in September
Approx. $230 per day covers Italy's highlights with included camping village stays in Sorrento and hostel accommodations in Florence. Package features welcome dinners, Tuscany wine tastings, and guided orientations. Blue Grotto visits available for purchase.
Duration 7 days Destinations Naples, Pompei, Sorrento, Capri, Amalfi, Positano, Florence, Monteriggioni, Siena, San GimignanoSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Operated in English, Italian Price Per Day $210 Operator Italy on a Budget Tours From $1,630
10% Off- US$1,467You save $163
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 $324 Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From $2,699
4% Off- US$2,591You save $107
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 $233 Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From $2,587
10% Off- US$2,329You save $258
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 $292 Operator Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl From $3,895
25% Off- US$2,922You save $973
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 $269 Operator Meet and Greet Italy From
25% Off- US$2,958
Italy's most captivating cities await, with 3-star accommodations and high-speed rail connections making it accessible. The package includes continental breakfasts and budget-friendly options like Florence walking tours and Venice's public water buses, helping travelers maximize their experience while managing costs.
Duration 11 days Destinations Milan, Venice, Florence, Sorrento, Rome Age Range up to 99 year olds Price Per Day $178 Operator Meet and Greet Italy From $2,305
15% Off- US$1,960You save $345
6 Day Milan including visit to Verona, Lake Garda, Florence, Pisa, Lake Como, Bellagio, & Lugano.
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great part of Italy.”
Carolyn, traveled in September
Priced at $250 per day, including 4-star NYX Milan Hotel accommodation, daily breakfast, and guided tours. The package offers Hop-On-Hop-Off WiFi, Lake Como cruise, and walking tours of Verona's Roman Arena. Airport transfers included.
Duration 6 days Destinations Milan, Verona, Lake Garda, Florence, Pisa, Lake Como, Bellagio, Lugano Age Range up to 85 year olds Price Per Day $241 Operator STM Tours LLC From $1,522
5% Off- US$1,446You save $76
Italy's Best
245 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The planned itinerary, the total destinations and key sites were perfect.”
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 up to 99 year olds Price Per Day $236 Operator Cosmos From $3,399
3% Off- US$3,299You save $100
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 $471 Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From $5,399
4% Off- US$5,183You save $215
What people love about Budget Tours in Italy
- Mamma Mia! - 13 Days/12 Nights
I have just finished this tour and I have a mixed opinion on it. The fact that all the different tours offered by Italy on a budget are put together (I was with people doing only the Tuscany tour while in Florence for example) worried me at first but it ended up being good as it allowed a greater chance to find someone that will end up being a lifelong friend! Accomodation in Rome was at the Paladini hostel which had a good location but was dirty and the bathroom smelt like pee... My Rome tour guide Edwardo was incredible though so that made up for the poor accomodation. The first included meal in Rome was delicious as well. One thing I would like Italy on a budget to do is add the cost to visit the colleseum to the booking and make it non optional. Since non of us planned ahead (as the idea of a tour is that this is not necessary) non of us were able to visit the colleseum (as you must book ahead). I feel like it would have added a lot more value to the tour (even though it would make it more expensive). The Rome tour was lots of fun. We were only 4 people and we all love gelato so Edwardo brought us to some of the best gelato places in Rome. He was very informative and explained the complicated history in a way that we could understand. Amalfi coast was very different to Rome, as it was focused on seeing beaches and partying and less on the history, but this is most likely due to the demographic that signs up for the Amalfi Coast tour! The tour guide in this section, Louis was very great as well. One thing that I was disappointed with is when we went to visit Amalfi coast our bus arrived over an hour late. Our tour guides were extremely apologetic but it still meant we had over an hour less in Amalfi coast that we had paid for. Some people on the group found it strange that we went to these places that are very expensive but I think it’s their lack of research as these places are what they paid to visit, so you just need to be aware of this. The optional dinner was very good. I had paid for the optional add on package, which was 70 eur and included the dinner, a private bus in Capri island and more. Italy On a budget should just add this to the price of the tour and make it non optional as I could not imagine anyone visiting Capri island and not using the private bus and enjoying it (everyone in my group had paid). It also includes a guide of Pompei which was very good. It would be disappointing to visit without the guide. Accomodation in Sorrento is a camping village, meaning there is no AC and the bathrooms are seperate from the cabins. Some people had a problem with this, but it is clearly written in the package and at night i slept fine as the temperature dropped enough. When I arrived to Florence the welcome dinner was a tiny buffet at a cocktail bar. It was very strange and the food was not good, I felt bad for the people who had this food for their first meal in Italy! The accomodation in Florence was good. The tour at night was very interesting. Due to miss communication and organisation by the company, the tour guide in Florence told the whole group to meet at 9:40 am at the office. My PDF had something slightly different but during the whole tour the times have been slightly early/later depending on the group so I didn’t question it. It turned out I was booked on a seperate tour different from everyone else which had left earlier in the morning. I preferred the itinerary of the tour I had paid to do so I was very disappointed that day, although I appreciate that Italy on a budget still managed to put me on a day tour that day. Venice, the last stop on the tour was amazing! It was just me and the tour guide Edwardo. Since it was just the two of us he tailored the tour to what I liked and it was lots of fun. The boat tour of morano and burano islands was good as well. Accomodation in Venice, Anda hostel was good. Overall I had a good time on this tour. There is obviously room for improvement but it was a fun two weeks!
- Italy's Best
Guide Cristian did his best to give us the best experience possible. We were disappointed the tour no longer included a look inside the Colliseum as it was in the itinerary and we picked this tour in part for that reason. We did most of the optional extras; experiences were great but optional meals overpriced.
- 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."