Christmas & New Year Tours & Trips in Italy
Have you imagined wandering through Rome's Trevi Fountain area, exploring Florence's Ponte Vecchio markets, experiencing Venice's St. Mark's Square during the festive season? The time is now! Gaze at the holiday lights in Italian piazzas, experience Christmas mass at the Pantheon, and spot New Year's fireworks over the Grand Canal. It’s magical, and you’ll never forget it.
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We had a great experience through the trip from the day we arrived in Milan and the day we left from Home. All coordinators are customer centric and ensured the best possible experience. Mina, Joseph and team are in touch with us on daily basis / every step of the trip with clear instructions. Tours - for the first times, it is ok. There is ample Time given to us to explore ourselves.
9 Day Italy by Train from Milan, Venice Mestre, Florence to RomeI loved that everything was done for me… I loved that everything was done for me as far as travel, hotels etc. It was nice to not have to worry about those types of things. We do prefer booking our own tours which you can do, but the provided ones were good too. Also love that they are just a wechat away, and they saved when we forgot our passports in our room safe and didn't have enough cash to pay our driver to go back. I was able to get help from them right away and it was a great relief. I'd do this type of travel again for sure. It's nice to have an agent there to help, and having all the hotels booked for us so we basically just had to unpack.
Iconic Italian CitiesAmazing time! Was a great experience and the agency did a fantastic job finding great tour guides. Hotels were great, minor issues in Rome with location so I advise checking hotel vicinity to nearby areas. Venice upgrades were worth it and so were the Sorrento hotel accommodations. Train upgraded seats are extremely nice and worth it for a comfortable ride.
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Duration 4 days Destinations Rome, Bolzano Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Carrani Tours From
- US$1,155
Matera's cave houses glow with Christmas lights during a living nativity that recreates life from 2,000 years ago. Walk through Locorotondo and Alberobello's trulli homes lit up for the holidays, trying cartellate sweets and cream-filled treats, then browse festive markets in Lecce's baroque squares.
Duration 7 days Destinations Bari, Trani, Altamura, Matera, Alberobello, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Lecce Age Range Ages 18+ Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Operator Turisti in Puglia From
- US$3,379
MS La Belle de L'Adriatique sets sail for an Italian Christmas adventure. Naples' Via San Gregorio Armeno showcases artisans crafting nativity figures, while Santa Chiara Cloister displays 18th-century scenes. Festive gala dinners feature Neapolitan entertainment.
Duration 8 days Destinations Naples, Pompeii, Herculaneum, Vibo Valentia, Tropea, Messina, Mount Etna, Taormina, Salerno, AmalfiSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
- US$3,098
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“All the hotels were very good, clean, and comfortable, with convenient access to the train stations.”
Evashanee, traveled in August
Duration 9 days Destinations Milan, Mestre, Venice, Murano, Burano, Florence, Pisa, Rome Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator STM Tours LLC From $2,784
20% Off- US$2,228
6 Days from Naples: Pompeii, Mount Vesuvius, Amalfi Coast, Sorrento, Positano & Capri Island
“I really appreciated the fact that I was staying next to the station, perfect for the tours and the metro!”
Elvire, traveled in August
Duration 6 days Destinations Naples, Pompeii, Amalfi, Sorrento, Positano, Capri Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator East Gate Tours LTD From $1,485
25% Off- US$1,114
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“The tour was good with some good selections of places to visit.”
Patrick, traveled in May
Milan's Duomo square transforms for Christmas shopping before New Year celebrations light up Rome. Seasonal markets fill Florence's Piazza Santa Maria Novella and Venice's illuminated Grand Canal. Cozy 3-star hotels provide comfort during festive local experiences.
Duration 9 days Destinations Milan, Como, Bellagio, Venice, Florence, Pisa, San Gimignano, Siena, Rome Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From $2,174
9% Off- US$1,978
9 Days Rome and Naples: Hadrian's Villa to Capri By Train
“This trip was our first ever tour and STM has set the bar very high. The Itinerary was well thought out and exceeded our expectations.”
Susan, traveled in September
December departures include private airport transfers and stays at 4-star iQ Hotel Roma near Roma Termini station, with festive Italian winter vibes throughout. Get early skip-the-line access to Santa Maria Maggiore's treasury and the world's first artistic nativity scene, plus tours of Villa d'Este's gardens and a cruise to Capri.
Duration 9 days Destinations Rome, Pompei, Capri, Naples Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator STM Tours LLC From $2,124
27% Off- US$1,550
What our customers ask about Christmas & New Year Tours & Trips in Italy
What special Christmas & New Year activities are included in Italian tours?
December tours in Italy center around key holiday traditions with access to midnight mass at St. Peter's Basilica in Rome traditional Christmas markets in Venice's Campo Santo Stefano and views of New Year's Eve fireworks over the Colosseum. Guests often stay at seasonal hotels like the Hotel Continental in Venice which adds holiday touches to both decor and dining. A TourRadar traveler noted "The traditional welcome dinner in Rome was magical with local seasonal specialties and Christmas decorations everywhere."
What are the accommodation options during Christmas & New Year tours?
The holiday season brings festively decorated 3- and 4-star hotels throughout Italy. Popular choices include the Hotel Due Torri along the Amalfi Coast the Delfino Hotel in Venice-Mestre and the Rome Garden 3* in central Rome. These properties typically include holiday meals and prime viewing spots for festivities. One TourRadar guest shared: "The Hotel Mediterraneo in Florence was beautifully decorated for Christmas and the staff went above and beyond with special holiday touches."
What special holiday meals and foods are included in Christmas & New Year tours?
Holiday tours feature signature Italian celebrations like the "Feast of the Seven Fishes" on Christmas Eve followed by extensive Christmas Day lunches. Hotels such as Rome Garden 3* and Hotel Due Torri serve regional dishes including panettone tortellini in brodo paired with local wines. A recent traveler noted: "The Christmas dinner at our hotel in Venice was incredible - seven courses of local specialties and prosecco at midnight." New Year's celebrations often include gala dinners with traditional good luck foods like lentils and cotechino.
What are the special holiday highlights during a Christmas & New Year tour in Italy?
The holiday season brings distinctive experiences across Italy from Christmas Eve mass at Venice's St. Mark's Basilica to festive markets in historic squares and multi-course celebration dinners. One guest reported: "The Christmas Eve experience in Venice was magical - from the festive atmosphere to the special dinner and midnight mass celebration." Tours often feature New Year's Eve galas in Rome with firework views visits to decorated landmarks like the Colosseum and seasonal concerts in Florence's Duomo.
What are the best destinations in Italy for Christmas & New Year celebrations?
Key holiday destinations include Rome for Vatican celebrations Florence for its Renaissance holiday ambiance Venice for New Year's festivities and Milan for upscale shopping and Christmas markets. Strategic hotel choices like the Grand Hotel Adriatico in Florence or Hotel Campanile in Venice Mestre provide easy access to events. TourRadar travelers note "The Republic hotel in Rome was perfectly located to enjoy both Christmas markets and midnight mass."
What is the weather like during Christmas & New Year in Italy?
Winter conditions vary across Italy's regions. Northern cities including Milan and Venice see temperatures of 30-45°F with occasional snow while Rome and Florence maintain milder conditions between 40-55°F. Southern areas like Sicily stay relatively warm around 50-60°F. As one traveler observed: "We experienced beautiful crisp winter days in Florence and some snow near Lake Como which made everything look even more festive."
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