Italy Tours for Solo Travelers
What if you could actually make pasta in Florence, head to Pisa's leaning tower and explore Cinque Terre's jaw-dropping coastal beauty? There's Lake Como's picturesque boat rides, and Venice's charming canals. Sicily’s calling too with Catania cooking classes, Mt. Etna's Silvestri Craters, ancient Taormina and Castelmola. Italy's basically perfect for solo travel like this.
10 best Italy solo travel packages
Compiled by
MelissaItaly travel expert at TourRadar
- Tuscany Walks & Chianti Wines
- Solo-ish Italy
- La Dolce Vita: Tuscany & Piedmont (5 ⭐ Solo Women)
- Solo-ish Sicily
- Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 6 days
- Venice, Florence, Rome, Sorrento: essential (3* hotels) low carbon tour by train
- Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 10 days from Palermo
- 9 Day Italy by Train from Milan, Venice Mestre, Florence to Rome
- Sicilian Secrets - Mini Tour of Sicily 5 days
- Adventure in Sicily: Behind Volcanoes and the Sea
Tuscany Walks & Chianti Wines
“The food was incredible - all of it - the meals at the Fattoria were delicious and varied, the ice cream was superb as you would expect, and the meals out were superb too.”
Leena, traveled in June
The welcoming Hotel Le Renaie serves as home base for travelers aged 30+. Guests share Chianti vineyard walks, social dinners, and wine tastings at Cesani estate. Siena's Piazza del Campo and Florence's Renaissance treasures await the group.
Duration 8 days Destinations Pancole, Gambassi Terme, San Gimignano, Fonterutoli, Castellina in Chianti, Siena, Certaldo, Florence Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 18 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $3,373
10% Off- US$3,045
Solo travelers ages 18+ can share memorable moments making pasta in Florence and hiking through Cinque Terre. Group bonding happens naturally during Lake Como ferry rides and walks along Venice's hidden canals. Private rooms available, with 70% of guests traveling solo.
Duration 9 days Destinations Florence, Pisa, La Spezia, Cinque Terre, Como, Brunate, Menaggio, Bellagio, Venice, MuranoSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator G Adventures From $2,899
30% Off- US$2,029
Duration 10 days Destinations Florence, Tuscany, Lucca, Genoa, Alba, Milan Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator The Solo Travel Collection From
30% Off- US$3,699
Small groups of 16 travelers ages 18+ bond over cooking classes in Catania and exploring Syracuse's markets together. You'll check out Mount Etna's Crateri Silvestri, see Taormina's ancient amphitheatre, and walk through Palermo's lively streets while making connections.
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Taormina, Castelmola, Agrigento, Palermo Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator G Adventures From $2,379
20% Off- US$1,903
Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 6 days
“A lot of knowledge was shared, with a flavor of humor. it is great to see and hear that they want to tell their history to us from their point of view, being a local.”
Frank, traveled in August
Syracuse's Greek Theatre and Agrigento's temples set the stage for memorable group encounters. Central 4-star hotels and traditional Sicilian meals create natural opportunities for connection.
Duration 6 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Marsala, Palermo, Monreale Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 40 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl From $1,484
15% Off- US$1,261
Duration 9 days Destinations Mestre, Venice, Murano, Torcello, Burano, Florence, Rome, Sorrento Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 30 Group Type Private Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Meet and Greet Italy From
15% Off- US$2,827
Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 10 days from Palermo
“Excellent hotels, excellent tour organization, excellent meals, highly recommend to see such charming, stunning and full of colorful nature Italian island.”
Wameedh, traveled in February
Daily group activities and shared meals create natural bonds at UNESCO sites like Monreale Cathedral and Valley of Temples. Social 4-star hotels including Mercure Palermo Centro and Il Principe Hotel Catania provide comfortable bases.
Duration 10 days Destinations Palermo, Monreale, Cefalu, Catania, Mount Etna, Taormina, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, ModicaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 40 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl From $2,369
15% Off- US$2,014
9 Day Italy by Train from Milan, Venice Mestre, Florence to Rome
“Your organization, coordination professionalism and communication/information sharing were excellent!”
Rose, traveled in February
Single-friendly accommodations at NYX Milan and Hotel Diana Roof Garden welcome travelers. Group tours of Venice's Murano island and Rome's Colosseum create shared memories, with dedicated WhatsApp group support throughout.
Duration 9 days Destinations Milan, Mestre, Venice, Murano, Burano, Florence, Pisa, Rome Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 40 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator STM Tours LLC From $2,792
20% Off- US$2,234
Sicilian Secrets - Mini Tour of Sicily 5 days
“Hotels were comfortable with an excellent choice at buffet breakfasts. Especially enjoyed the company of friendly fellow travellers.”
Susan, traveled in April
Upscale accommodations at Il Principe Hotel Catania and Mercure Palermo Centro welcome solo guests. UNESCO sites from Monreale's Cathedral to Mount Etna provide stunning backdrops for group adventures.
Duration 5 days Destinations Palermo, Monreale, Cefalu, Catania, Mount Etna, Taormina Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 40 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl From $1,227
15% Off- US$1,043
Adventure in Sicily: Behind Volcanoes and the Sea
“We experienced spring green Sicily with beautiful scenery. We enjoyed many gastronomic delicacies”
Monika, traveled in April
Duration 7 days Destinations Ragusa, Marzamemi, Agrigento, Scopello, San Vito Lo Capo, Palermo, Mount Etna, Taormina Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Worldee From $615
10% Off- US$553
What people love about touring Italy solo
- Tuscany Walks & Chianti Wines
This was the best group tour I've taken with a great mix of activities and down time. Also simply fab and idyllic scenery and Liz was a great tour leader
- Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 6 days
The tour was a much needed holiday and change of scenery. I enjoyed my stay.
- Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 10 days from Palermo
Good guides and good hotel and meals. Didn't expect my initial group of 30 to swell to 45 a few days later. Such a large number made visiting sites difficult. Didn't have listening devices for the first 3 days. Couldn't hear guides very well. Didn't expect to have to pay entrance fees. Web site should make that clear. Loved the selection of sited we visited.
What our customers ask about Italy Tours for Solo Travelers
Which Italian destinations are most recommended for solo guided tours?
The Amalfi Coast Tuscany and Sicily stand out as excellent choices for solo travelers. The compact towns of the Amalfi Coast such as Positano and Ravello provide easy-to-navigate streets with plenty of social spaces. Sicily's cities like Taormina and Syracuse welcome visitors with open arms as noted by a TourRadar traveler: "The family at Luna d'Agerola treated us like family." These regions work well for solo explorers thanks to their built-in social activities from Palermo food tours to Montepulciano wine tastings.
What is the typical single supplement cost for guided tours in Italy?
Single supplements for week-long Italy tours usually cost between USD 400-600. At the 4-star Hotel Ariston in Taormina guests pay USD 440 extra for a sea view single room. Some tour operators help avoid this cost by offering roommate matching services for travelers open to sharing accommodations.
What's the best time of year for solo travelers to visit Italy?
The sweet spots fall between April-May and September-October when crowds thin out and temperatures stay mild. Data shows these months attract the highest number of solo bookings at 35-40%. One TourRadar traveler explained: "Traveling in May meant comfortable temperatures for walking tours and easier socializing with the group without overwhelming summer crowds."
How much free time is typically available on Italy guided tours?
Tours generally provide 2-4 hours of independent exploration daily alongside scheduled activities. In Venice you might spend the morning with a guide at St. Mark's Square then get afternoon hours to wander the canals on your own. Reviews often mention this format creates "the perfect balance of group activities and personal exploration time."
What evening activities are typically arranged for solo travelers?
Evenings often feature shared meals cooking demonstrations and guided walks. Common activities include wine sessions in Tuscany gelato-making classes in Florence and dinner at local restaurants. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The evening activities were perfect for socializing - from limoncello tasting in Sorrento to group dinners in Rome I never felt alone."
What's the typical group size on Italy guided tours?
Most small group tours accommodate between 8-20 people. The Sicily Food & Wine tour keeps things intimate with just 8 guests while the Amalfi Coast Walking tour typically hosts 12-15 participants. These smaller numbers make it easier for solo travelers to get to know their fellow tour members.