Self-Guided Tours in Italy
Go off the beaten track with a self guided adventure of Italy. Travel and experience the freedom of creating a holiday on your own terms. With 538 tours lasting from 1 days up to 18 days, fulfil your wanderlust and set off on your own adventure!
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Louis • traveled in October
Everything was excellent, great service, wonderful hotels, good bike, lovely scenery
Taste of Italy, Emilia-Romagna Culinary Cycling - Classic Self Guided 5day - J
janekiah • traveled in December
Exceptionally well organized with quality equipment, luggage transfer service and accommodations. We're already planning our next trip!
Cycling Italy's Art Cities from Venice to Florence - Classic self guided - I
Ivan • traveled in June
We took the classic tour from Venice to Pisa and it was just wonderful. Cycle Europe Team were amazing right from the off. The info before the ride to figure if it was suitable was really helpful and all the pre-ride guidance helped us prepare. The routes were amazing and the hotels excellent. As we were on a self guide The Cycle Support Team helped us out on a couple of occasions with excellent WhatsApp messages. We enjoyed every minute and would thoroughly recommend Cycle Europe and the Venice to Pisa trip.
Bicycle Across Italy! Cycling from Venice to Pisa Classic Self-Guided
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4 Day Self Guided Palermo, Italy
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Dolomites of Cortina Explorer - Self-Guided Hike
Cinque Terre : Hiking Self Guided Tour - 7 days from Sestri LevanteOmarLBLeslie
Taste of Italy, Emilia-Romagna Culinary Cycling - Classic Self Guided 8day
Venice, Florence, Rome: signature (4* hotels) low carbon tour by trainClair
South-Oriental Sicily Beauty, Self-DriveOliver
Rome, Florence, Cinque Terre, Rome: signature (4* hotels) carbon neutral tour by trainDebbie
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Classic Tuscany - Cycling from Florence to Pisa - Classic Self Guided
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Umbria, Cycling The Green Heart of Italy - 8 day tour - Classic Self GuidedJerry
Venice, Florence, Rome, Sorrento: signature (4* hotels) low carbon tour by trainDebbie
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Cycling the Majestic Dolomites - Cortina to Bolzano - Classic Self Guided
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Bicycle Romagna, the Heartland of Italy's Homemade Pasta - Classic Self Guided
10 best Self-Guided Italy tour packages
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- Amalfi Coast: 2 Weeks - Self Guided Rail Tour
- Best of Italy: 2 Weeks - Self Guided Rail Tour
- 4 Day Self Guided Palermo, Italy
- Taste of Italy, Emilia-Romagna Culinary Cycling - Classic Self Guided 5day
- Cycling Italy's Art Cities from Venice to Florence - Classic self guided
- Bicycle Across Italy! Cycling from Venice to Pisa Classic Self-Guided
- Cycling the Prosecco Hills and Vineyards - Classic Self-Guided
- Rome, Sorrento, Florence, Venice: signature (4* hotels) low carbon tour by train
- Rome, Florence, Venice, Milan: signature (4* hotels) low carbon tour by train
- Rome, Florence, Venice: essential (3* hotels) low carbon tour by train
A detailed itinerary leads from Naples' Archaeological Museum through Amalfi Coast's gems. The route covers Pompeii ruins, Path of Gods trail, and Capri's Villa San Michele for independent exploration. Central hotels and rail tickets included with 24/7 emergency support.
Duration 14 days Destinations Naples, Sorrento, Capri, Positano, Amalfi, Salerno Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Euroventure Travel From
- US$4,564
Your Italian adventure unfolds with maps from Milan's Navigli district to Rome's Trastevere. Wander through Venice's hidden campos, Bologna's food markets, and Florence's artisan workshops at your pace. Train tickets and personalized travel pack provided.
Duration 14 days Destinations Milan, Venice, Bologna, Florence, Pisa, Rome Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Euroventure Travel From
- US$2,652
Check out Palermo's architectural treasures from the Norman Palace to the Cathedral of Monreale with its Byzantine mosaics through self-guided walks. Wander through La Kalsa's historic quarter to find Santa Maria dello Spasimo church and use the hop-on hop-off bus to see Zisa Castle and Art Nouveau buildings. Centrally located hotels include breakfast, and private transfers from Palermo International Airport make arrivals simple.
Duration 4 days Destinations Palermo Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator STM Tours LLC From $704
35% Off- US$457You save $246
Taste of Italy, Emilia-Romagna Culinary Cycling - Classic Self Guided 5day
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Fabulous safe routes to follow. The hotels and meals were fabulous. Loved the activities we booked.”
Cathy, traveled in October
GPS routes wind through Emilia-Romagna's culinary landscape. Modena's covered market and Acetaia Cavalli welcome independent visitors, with arranged tastings and hotels. Luggage moves between 3-4 star accommodations.
Duration 5 days Destinations Bologna, Modena, Reggio Emilia, Parma Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator BikesPlus Travel From
35% Off- US$1,355
Cycling Italy's Art Cities from Venice to Florence - Classic self guided
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The food was wonderful, the fruit delicious, the wine tasty. Cycling the back roads through orchards, vineyards and farmland.”
Charles, traveled in August
Wind through Italy's cultural gems with detailed GPS guidance. Cycle 25-30 miles daily from Venetian lagoons to Florentine hills, stopping at Ravenna's UNESCO mosaics. Rest at selected 3-4 star hotels with over 95% traveler satisfaction.
Duration 8 days Destinations Chioggia, Porto Viro, Comacchio, Ravenna, Faenza, Brisighella, Florence Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator BikesPlus Travel From
35% Off- US$1,906
Bicycle Across Italy! Cycling from Venice to Pisa Classic Self-Guided
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The selected roads were typically very good with fewer cars where possible. The destinations were very bike friendly.”
Ken, traveled in June
Italian treasures await with detailed GPS routes from Venice to Pisa. Visit Faenza's ceramic studios, Ravenna's Byzantine treasures, and Florence's Renaissance art. Rest at carefully selected accommodations like Hotel Silla and Hotel La Luna, cycling 30-35 miles daily.
Duration 12 days Destinations Chioggia, Taglio di Po, Comacchio, Ravenna, Faenza, Borgo San Lorenzo, Florence, Vinci, Lucca, Pisa Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator BikesPlus Travel From
35% Off- US$2,493
Pedal 290 km through the UNESCO-listed Prosecco Hills on this cycling route. The journey starts in Conegliano and winds through Rolle's vineyard-covered ridges to reach the Cistercian Abbey of Saint Mary of Follina. You'll cross the Piave River to reach Asolo, then ride over Bassano del Grappa's iconic covered wooden bridge before wrapping up in Vicenza's Palladian center. Accommodations include Canon d'Oro in Conegliano and Relais Santa Corona in Vicenza.
Duration 8 days Destinations Conegliano, Vittorio Veneto, Pieve di Soligo, Follina, Asolo, Bassano del Grappa, Marostica, Vicenza Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator BikesPlus Travel From
35% Off- US$1,589
Rome, Sorrento, Florence, Venice: signature (4* hotels) low carbon tour by train
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The quality and ease of access for the daily tours seemed largely dependent on the individual tour groups that Tour Radar consults with.”
Lauryn, traveled in April
Your ideal Italian experience offers daily choices between Vatican tours, Amalfi Coast excursions, or cooking classes. Premium accommodations at Hotel Home Florence and Grand Hotel Europa Palace Sorrento, with seamless train connections.
Duration 9 days Destinations Rome, Sorrento, Florence, Venice Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Meet and Greet Italy From $3,167
20% Off- US$2,534You save $633
Rome, Florence, Venice, Milan: signature (4* hotels) low carbon tour by train
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“All aspects of the experience were good. Would have no hesitation in recommending to a friend.”
John, traveled in September
Your Italian adventure unfolds with pre-arranged 4* hotels and rail travel. Choose from activities like Vatican tours or Venetian glass-making demonstrations. Stays include Welcome Piram Rome and UNA Hotels Century Milan, perfectly positioned for independent exploration.
Duration 9 days Destinations Rome, Florence, Venice, Milan Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Meet and Greet Italy From $2,416
20% Off- US$1,933You save $483
Rome, Florence, Venice: essential (3* hotels) low carbon tour by train
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I enjoyed the experience and the choice of hotels was very good. I would recommend it to anyone with a bit of confidence to try it.”
Robert, traveled in September
Meet and Greet Italy handles the details as you move through Italy's highlights. Selected 3* hotels place you near Rome's Colosseum district, Florence's Duomo area, and Venice's canals. Train tickets and daily breakfast included.
Duration 7 days Destinations Rome, Florence, Venice Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Meet and Greet Italy From $1,689
20% Off- US$1,351You save $338
What our customers ask about Self-Guided Tours in Italy
What unique experiences can I expect on a self-guided tour in Italy?
Self-guided tours in Italy let you set your own pace while having the essential details taken care of. You can cycle through Emilia-Romagna's food valley to meet parmesan cheese producers or explore UNESCO sites in Florence's historic center at your leisure. Many travelers appreciate this independence with one TourRadar review noting "The ability to guide ourselves through a tour with an exceptional mobile application making sure we didn't get lost was amazing!" Accommodations include selected properties like Hotel Villa Angela in Taormina and Hotel Continental in Venice plus arranged activities such as wine tastings at Mount Etna vineyards and guided Vatican Museum visits.
What is typically included in a self-guided tour package in Italy?
Self-guided Italy tours cover the essential elements of travel including selected accommodations at places like Hotel Santa Gilla in Cagliari or Villa Barbarich in Venice. Packages provide GPS navigation equipment detailed route guides luggage transfers between stops daily breakfast and pre-arranged train tickets. The Tuscany Absolute tour for instance includes stays at Executive Hotel in Florence and Dimora dell'erbe in Montepulciano. As one traveler shared "Everything went smoothly on our road trip. We had good communication with the organisers and the hotels were all of a very good standard."
What type of accommodation can I expect on an Italian self-guided tour?
Lodging options span from comfortable 3-4 star hotels to authentic agriturismos and local guesthouses. You might find yourself at the Hotel Le Pozze di Lecchi in Tuscany's Chianti region or the well-positioned Hotel Continental in Venice Mestre. Each property is selected based on its location comfort level and connection to local culture.
How challenging are the walking routes on Italy's self-guided tours?
Route difficulty changes by region. The Amalfi Coast includes approximately 2000 steps daily with 3-4 hours of walking while Cinque Terre paths stretch 10-21km per day with climbs up to 1300m. A TourRadar traveler noted about the Cinque Terre experience: "The hiking was challenging but rewarding with breathtaking views. Some trails require good fitness levels."
What's included in the meal arrangements for self-guided Italian tours?
Standard packages provide daily breakfast and select dinners at hotels or local establishments. The Tuscany Wine Trails tour features breakfast wine tastings and lunches at family vineyards. At Hotel Due Torri on the Amalfi Coast tour guests receive breakfast 4 packed lunches and traditional 4-course Campanian dinners prepared by the family.
When is the best time to take a self-guided tour in Italy?
Optimal timing varies by destination and activity type. Cycling tours in Emilia-Romagna work best from April through October with May-June and September-October offering ideal conditions. For urban explorations in Venice Florence and Rome spring (March-May) and fall (September-October) provide pleasant weather and smaller crowds. Summer (June-August) brings heat particularly in southern regions like Sicily where temperatures often exceed 30°C (86°F).