Italy Tours in August 2026
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10 best Italy trips in August 2026
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- Walking The Amalfi Coast - Summer Edition
- Best of Italy (Summer)
- Best of Italy (Classic, Summer)
- Italian Espresso (Summer, Classic)
- Italian Scene (Summer)
- Easy Pace Italy (Classic, Summer)
- Sun-kissed Sardinia -
- 5-day Best of Italy: Rome, Florence & Venice
- Italian Intermezzo (Classic, Summer)
- Simply Italy (Summer, Classic)
Duration 8 days Destinations Bomerano, Ravello, Atrani, Castellammare di Stabia, Sorrento, Mount Vesuvius, Pompeii, Positano, Conca dei Marini, Capri Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels August departure dates
See All Departure Dates15 Aug, 2026 8 spaces left 22 Aug, 2026 8 spaces left From $2,548
9% Off- US$2,325You save $223
Best of Italy (Summer)
109 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Tour was wonderful. Would certainly go again.”
Stewart, traveled in October
Duration 13 days Destinations Rome, Pompeii, Sorrento, Capri, Assisi, Venice, Verona, Milan, Como, PisaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Trafalgar August departure dates
See All Departure Dates2 Aug, 2026 10+ spaces left 4 Aug, 2026 10 spaces left From $4,650
10% Off- US$4,185You save $465
Best of Italy (Classic, Summer)
19 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We absolutely LOVED our tour with Insights Vacation and would highly recommend it! Yes, the walking was no problem for us, plus you must walk to see the sights, so worth it.”
TammyBurden, traveled in September
Duration 11 days Destinations Rome, Florence, Pisa, Venice, Assisi, Sorrento, Capri Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Insight Vacations August departure dates
See All Departure Dates6 Aug, 2026 10 spaces left 8 Aug, 2026 7 spaces left From $4,775
15% Off- US$4,059You save $716
Duration 10 days Destinations Rome, Siena, Florence, Pisa, Lucca, Cinque Terre, Como, Milan, Verona, VeniceSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18-35 Operator Contiki August departure dates
See All Departure Dates2 Aug, 2026 10+ spaces left 9 Aug, 2026 7 spaces left From $2,025
10% Off- US$1,823You save $203
Italian Scene (Summer)
43 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The areas of Italy that were included in the tour were amazing and the arrangement details were well planned and executed.”
Patricia, traveled in August
Duration 10 days Destinations Rome, Vatican City, Sorrento, Naples, Assisi, Venice, Verona, Como, Saronno, PisaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Costsaver August departure dates
See All Departure Dates7 Aug, 2026 9 spaces left 14 Aug, 2026 10 spaces left From $2,075
10% Off- US$1,868You save $208
Easy Pace Italy (Classic, Summer)
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip was awesome. The hotels and tour bus were great. The food was outstanding.”
Lawrence, traveled in October
Duration 10 days Destinations Rome, Vatican City, Florence, Pisa, Bologna, Venice Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Insight Vacations August departure dates
See All Departure Dates2 Aug, 2026 10+ spaces left 9 Aug, 2026 7 spaces left From $4,295
12% Off- US$3,780You save $515
Duration 8 days Destinations Baja Sardinia, Palau, Olbia Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Just You From $2,103
9% Off- US$1,906You save $197
5-day Best of Italy: Rome, Florence & Venice
25 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Saw places I would have never seen (names were new to me) and they didn't disappoint!”
Caroline, traveled in April
Duration 5 days Destinations Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence, Bologna, Venice, Montepulciano Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Carrani Tours August departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Aug, 2026 10+ spaces left 3 Aug, 2026 10+ spaces left From
9% Off- US$1,012
Italian Intermezzo (Classic, Summer)
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“My Italian Intermezzo was fabulous. Everything I saw and felt was memorable. The hotels we stayed at were the best ever I have enjoyed as well.”
Elsie-Veronica, traveled in August
Duration 8 days Destinations Como, Verona, Venice, Giudecca Island, Pisa, Florence, Assisi, Rome, Vatican City Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Insight Vacations August departure dates
See All Departure Dates2 Aug, 2026 10+ spaces left 16 Aug, 2026 10 spaces left From $3,225
10% Off- US$2,903You save $323
Duration 15 days Destinations Rome, Florence, Pisa, Lucca, Cinque Terre, Milan, Verona, Venice, Bologna, Vatican CitySee all destinations Age Range Ages 18-35 Operator Contiki August departure dates
See All Departure Dates2 Aug, 2026 10+ spaces left 9 Aug, 2026 7 spaces left From $2,760
10% Off- US$2,484You save $276
What people love about Italy Tours in August
- Best of Italy (Summer)
"Great company to tour with. Well planned trip, wonderful tour guide. Very knowledgable staff on tour. Highly recommend Trafalgar. Have toured with other companies and found that Trafalgar was tops. Enjoyed tour fully"
- Best of Italy (Classic, Summer)
We absolutely LOVED our tour with Insights Vacation and would highly recommend it! Our tour began in Rome where we meet Caroline (our tour guide) and Antonio ( our bus driver) as well as our fellow travelers. It was a wonderful tour, so fun and so many amazing things to see. Yes there was a lot of walking but we expected that and started walking at home months before we left. So the walking was no problem for us, plus you must walk to see the sights, so worth it. Yes they do charge extra for extra excursions, we didn’t mind this as we wanted to get the most from this trip. Just a little side note: you could be standing in one location in the city and the tour guide would walk you around the block, where much to your amazement is a massive church or other historical sight. If you didn’t know to look for this, if it wasn’t on your radar, you would not have known it was there. That was why having the Tours and tour guide’s was worth the extra cost. Also not everyone did every tour, several went out on their own to explore or do what they wanted to do. We loved the tour guides as they were so knowledgeable and nice, and most times funny as well. Also for us, not having to mess with maps and taxi’s and finding what we were looking for was another big plus of being on the tour. Each morning we awoke, knowing this is where we are going, this is what we will be seeing and this is what we will be doing, this is where we stay, where we eat, it was all laid out for us.
- Italian Scene (Summer)
We would highly recommend this trip. Italian Scene was well planned and our director - Lidia was awesome. She was very organized and on top of things. Since she was also bilingual, she had lots of fun things to share in both languages. All planned activities went without a hitch.This tour took us to many locations and historical sites but also involved a lot of walking on cobble stones and hundreds of steps. We enjoyed it very much and would do it again if possible.
What our customers ask about Italy Tours in August 2026
What is the weather like in Italy during August and how should I prepare?
August brings intense heat to Italy with daytime temperatures consistently reaching 85-95°F (29-35°C). Cities like Rome and Florence experience urban heat effects making it feel even warmer. Travelers should prioritize booking air-conditioned accommodations such as the Grand Hotel Continental in Venice or Hotel Michelangelo in Sorrento. The key to comfort lies in light cotton clothing sunscreen and strategic timing of activities. The most pleasant hours for exploring are before 11 a.m. and after 6 p.m. when the sun's intensity diminishes.
What unique experiences and events can I expect in Italy during August?
August fills Italian cities with cultural celebrations. Florence hosts the Feast of San Lorenzo on August 10th where visitors gather at rooftop venues to watch meteor showers with local wine. The ancient Palio horse race transforms Siena's main square while Syracuse's historic center comes alive with street performances. The Roman Arena in Verona offers open-air opera under the stars. Local food tours in places like Taormina take on special significance as one visitor shared: "the evening food and wine tours were magical in the August warmth."
How does the weather impact sightseeing in Italy during August?
The intense summer heat reaching 95°F (35°C) reshapes daily touring schedules. A recent Mount Etna visitor reported: "breathing at altitude was a problem for 6/8 of us during the August visit." Tour operators adapt by scheduling early morning excursions and incorporating midday breaks at places like Hotel Continental Venice or Hotel Ariston Taormina. Evening activities such as the Taormina Food & Wine tour running from 6:30-9:30pm become the norm as temperatures cool.
What are the best coastal destinations to visit in Italy during August?
The Amalfi Coast and Cinque Terre offer natural air conditioning with sea breezes and swimming opportunities. Positano and Sorrento stand out for their combination of beach access and evening entertainment. Cinque Terre's five villages connected by coastal paths are best explored at dawn or dusk. Boat excursions from Sorrento to Capri's Blue Grotto provide both scenic views and cooling sea spray making them particularly popular during August heat.
How do tours accommodate the intense August heat?
Tour operators redesign summer schedules to work with the heat not against it. Activities start early and pause during peak afternoon temperatures. Tour guides incorporate cooling experiences: gelato tastings in Florence wine cellar visits in Marsala afternoon swimming at hotels like the Splendid in Taormina. As one guide explains: "we adjust August itineraries to include more indoor activities during peak heat hours."
How much should I budget for an Italy trip in August compared to other months?
August commands premium prices with costs running 20-30% higher than shoulder seasons. Daily tour expenses typically range from 230-390 USD according to recent data. Major cities see peak hotel rates while coastal destinations like Sorrento charge up to 40% more than usual. Additional costs include air-conditioned transport and fast-track entrance tickets to popular attractions which become essential for comfort and time management during high season.