About Italy

“You can have the universe, if I can have Italy.” – Giuseppe Verdi

When you dream about Italy and imagine yourself of the perfect Italy tour, what do you picture? Probably the amazing historic sites of Rome; a slow, romantic boat ride through the canals of Venice; opera in Milan; and sparkling, snowy winters in the Italian Alps.

Italy has earned a reputation as one of the most beautiful and romantic countries in Europe. Can’t you just imagine yourself on one of our magnificent Italy tours, throwing coins in the Trevi Fountain, feeding the pigeons in St. Mark’s Square, or strolling the lush, green vineyards of the Tuscan countryside? With Tour Italy Now, our Italy tours include all that and more.

Italy is truly a multi-faceted vacation destination and you can be assured that our lifelong family association and many visits there have taught us more about Italy than most. In adventurous Italy, you can explore the country’s wilder side. Thanks to the varied terrain, adventure vacationers can enjoy a variety of active pursuits. A tour of Italy might include a visit to the island of Sardinia for some of the best diving in the world. While you’re there, stop at one of the island’s quaint fishing villages and buy the freshest catch-of-the-day from a local merchant.

If you prefer the mountains to the sea, another of our Italy tours might find you shushing down the mountains or donning a pair of snowshoes in the magnificent Dolomites. Imagine staying in a chalet in one of the storybook villages high in the Alpine mountains.

When you visit historic Italy, sightseeing in Rome is a must. In the capital city, our Italy vacation tours will take you to world famous sites like the Forum, the Colisseum, and the Vatican. In Milan, you can take in an opera at La Scala or see the “real” Last Supper at the Church of Santa Maria della Grazie.

Want to explore artsy Italy? Then sightseeing in Florence should be on your itinerary. The gateway to Tuscany, tours of Italy that include a stop in Florence will take guests to opulent museums, ornate churches, and much more.

Would you prefer to spend your time in romantic Italy? Then head to the land of canals for some Venice sightseeing. In this unique city, you’ll travel by vaporetti through the waters of time as you explore places like the Doge’s Palace, St. Mark’s Basilica, the Academy Gallery, and the Bridge of Sighs.

Festivals abound in beautiful, vibrant Italy so there’s always a party to enjoy! One of our Italy tours might take you to the commemoration of Good Friday in Grassina, Carnavale in Viareggio, the Feast of St. John in Florence, or the Barcolana Autumn Cup sailboat race in Trieste. Or perhaps our Italy tours will lead you to a small town harvest festival in Tuscany, an annual Christmas market in Calabria, or a downhill race in Torino.

Wherever you travel in Italy, no matter the season of the year, you can be sure that the sights will be breathtaking, the scenery awesome, and the people friendly and eager to welcome you. At Tour Italy Now, our tours are designed to help you experience a little of everything Italy has to offer. If you prefer a tour that is customized especially for you, we can help you too. When you need information about Italy and the many travel options available, you can rely on our knowledge and experience.

Arrivederci! It’s time to explore Italy!

Traveling to Italy – Information you should know:

Official Name: Italian Republic
Passport/Visa Requirements: Passport needed by Australian, Canadian, U.K. and U.S. citizens. No visa required if staying less than three months. Reconfirm travel document requirements with your carrier before departure.
Capital: Rome
Population: 60,418,711
Languages: Italian
Predominant Religions: Christian (Roman Catholic)
Time Zone: one hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (+1 GMT). Daylight Saving Time is observed from March through October
Voltage Requirements: 220 volts.
Telephone Codes: 39, country code; 06, Rome; 02, Milan; 055, Florence; 041, Venice.