Is this tour available for a single traveler?

Do I need to reconfirm availability if booking within 15 hours?

is it possible to make an exception for him? I'm 27 and wanted to experience more of my age group and this trip meets both of our needs. he is 62

Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old to participate. Unfortunately, your dad falls outside the eligible age range for this trip, so he won't be able to join. We have several sister brands that offer fantastic travel experiences without age restrictions, which may be a perfect fit for you and your dad: Trafalgar, Costsaver, Insight Vacations, Brendan Vacations, Luxury Gold.

Is there a maximum group size for the tour?

The maximum group size is 53 travelers.

Could you tell me the check-in time at the hotel on day one, and if arrival and departure transfers are included?

What is the approximate average price per meal per day (lunch and dinner) for each location?

Can we drop off luggage at the hotel before check-in?

Yes, the hotel should be able to hold your luggage until check-in time.

What is the age range for travelers on this tour?

This adventure is designed for travelers aged between 18 to 35.

How do I add travel insurance to my booking?

The insurance needs to be placed on your booking; please let us know if you'd like to proceed with that.

The Italian Espresso tour by Contiki is a 9-day adventure designed for travelers aged 18-35, offering a rich experience through Italy's most iconic cities and sights. The tour includes visits to Rome, Florence, and Venice, among other destinations. The trip cost $2,611.00 based in single room (subject to change).

Can you provide a recommendation for travel insurance?

We offer comprehensive insurance plans for travelers. Please check our website for more information on plans and pricing.

I want to join this lovely trip I am from Pakistan. I will need an invitation letter to join this trip. can you guide me what documents do i need for invitation letter.

To assist you effectively, could you please clarify what you mean by the invitation letter?

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Italian Espresso (Summer, Classic)

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Start and end in Rome

4.4

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Operator: Contiki
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 50
Ages 18-35

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Itinerary

Day 1
Rome
Meals
Dinner (Italian feast at a local restaurant working to train and provide jobs for members of the community with disabilities)
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Marc'Aurelio (or similar)), Hotel (Hotel Archimede (or similar)), Hotel (BV Oly Hotel Roma (or similar))
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Rome
- Italian feast at local restaurant
Day 2
Rome to Florence via Siena
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (BB Centro (or similar))
Included Activities
- Explore Siena's medieval city center
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Siena
- Local dining experiences in Florence
Landmarks
Siena
Day 3
Florence
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (BB Centro (or similar))
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Florence with local guide visiting Giotto's Bell Tower, Basilica Santa Croce, Piazza della Signoria, and the Duomo
Optional Activities
- Tuscan Risotto Evening with risotto demo, local wine, antipasto, and dessert
Landmarks
Giotto's Bell Tower
Basilica Santa Croce
Piazza della Signoria
Duomo
Day 4
Florence to Cinque Terre via Pisa and Lucca
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Le Grazie (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Leaning Tower of Pisa
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting at local vineyards outside of Lucca
- Dining in Lucca
Landmarks
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Lucca
Day 5
Cinque Terre
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Le Grazie (or similar))
Included Activities
- Unlimited hike and train pass for exploring Cinque Terre villages
Landmarks
Cinque Terre National Park
Day 6
Cinque Terre to Milan via Como
Accommodation
Hotel (B&B Hotel Milano Sesto Marelli (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Lake Como Cruise
Landmarks
Lake Como
Day 7
Milan to Venice via Verona - Treviso
Accommodation
Hotel (Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Juliet's House in Verona
Landmarks
Juliet's House
Day 8
Venice
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese (or similar))
Included Activities
- Private boat transfer across lagoon to Venice
Optional Activities
- Gondola ride
- Burano Island Cruise with dinner
Landmarks
Venice
Burano Island
Day 9
Venice to Rome via Bologna
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Archimede (or similar)), Hotel (BV Oly Hotel Roma (or similar))
Included Activities
- Explore Bologna's UNESCO-listed porticoes
Optional Activities
- Dinner at converted underground wine cellar with Italian wine
Landmarks
Bologna Porticoes
Day 10
Rome
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Tour of the Colosseum with guide
Landmarks
Colosseum

Landmarks
Siena

Landmarks
Giotto's Bell Tower
Basilica Santa Croce
Piazza della Signoria
Duomo

Landmarks
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Lucca

Landmarks
Cinque Terre National Park

Landmarks
Lake Como

Landmarks
Juliet's House

Landmarks
Venice
Burano Island

Landmarks
Bologna Porticoes

Landmarks
Colosseum

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Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Hotel Archimede (or similar)
Hotel
Days 1, 9
BV Oly Hotel Roma (or similar)
Hotel
Days 1, 9
Hotel Marc'Aurelio (or similar)
Hotel
day 1
BB Centro (or similar)
Hotel
Days 2, 3
Hotel Le Grazie (or similar)
Hotel
Days 4, 5
B&B Hotel Milano Sesto Marelli (or similar)
Hotel
day 6
Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese (or similar)
Hotel
Days 7, 8

Operated by

Contiki

4.7

(6,240 reviews)

Number of tours

487

Age Range

18 to 35 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

80%

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Traveler Reviews

4.4

Overall rating based on 26 Reviews

Itinerary
4.7
Transport
4.6
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.1
Food
4.1
Tour Operator
4.7

Julia
December 5th, 2022
1
I just had a tour of Italy with Contiki- don't use them- they r horrible! Our group had 53 people! Hotels- like u r...
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Traveled in October 2022
Reply from: Contiki
We sincerely regret to learn that you had not fully enjoyed the Italian Espresso itinerary, and that there may have been a few aspects that took away from your overall experience. We will be sharing this review with our Operations Team for their attention and consideration going forward, and we thank you for highlighting your concerns here with us.
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Jai
August 28th, 2022
5
My first trip with Contiki and it was better than I expected! Made a few good friends and everyone was a pleasure to...
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Alexander
May 25th, 2022
5
Remi was amazing all around. Concise, Fun and and organized. He is a valuable asset and I’m sure everyone in my tour...
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Traveled in April 2022
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Anonymous
November 6th, 2018
5
It was amazing. Margherita (Megghy) and Fabio were so kind and made my adventure incredible.
Traveled in September 2018
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Kimba
January 8th, 2018
4.5
Martina made my first Contiki experience in Italy the best trip I've ever experienced. She has a true talent for what...
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Traveled in August 2016
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Jodie
January 8th, 2018
5
The trip was amazing, our trip manager Martina Musso made the trip worth it, she was the best trip manager we had on...
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Traveled in August 2016
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Jennifer
January 8th, 2018
4
I went on the Contiki Italian Espresso tour, which tours Rome, Florence, and Venice over a week. The tour was...
I went on the Contiki Italian Espresso tour, which tours Rome, Florence, and Venice over a week. The tour was efficient in taking you to many different cities, and the tour bus from city to city was extremely convenient. One downside of going in a big tour group is that the group dinners are not at the best restaurants, but that is to be expected. Wifi on the bus was limited, but hotels were nice with AC and wifi in all of the rooms. Breakfast included in every hotel stay made mornings much easier! By far, the most excellent part of my trip was our tour guide, Martina. Martina was extremely knowledgable about Italian history and culture, and kept the trip exciting even on long bus ride. Her playlists were on point! She was able to help with any problem, and very easy to talk to. I would recommend a Contiki tour just to have Martina's help. Show more
Traveled in August 2016
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Margo
May 6th, 2017
5
I have been on two tours with Matei and she really is the best! She's super fun, friendly and patience with everyone!
Traveled in October 2014
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Amanda
May 6th, 2017
4.5
I had such a great time on tour with Maïté! She made sure everything rand smoothly even when unforeseen circumstances...
I had such a great time on tour with Maïté! She made sure everything rand smoothly even when unforeseen circumstances arose. I remember me and my fiend d wanted to go to the Uffizzi in Florence but didn't know if we would be able to fit it in with the schedule since there is a big wait for tickets. Maïté was so kind and considerate and stood in line for us while we were on another supervised tour. I don't think every tour guide would take the time to do this. Maïté really cares that the people on her tour have a good time, and I did!Show more
Traveled in June 2013
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Ellen
May 6th, 2017
4
Maite made my time in Italy so much more wonderful that it already was. She was caring and personable, and super fun!...
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Traveled in April 2016

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Amber
Asked on August 28th, 2025
Is this tour available for a single traveler?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
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  Amber
  Traveler•Written August 2025
  Do I need to reconfirm availability if booking within 15 hours?
- ContikiOperator•Written August 2025
  We have an age restriction. Guests must be between 18-35 years old to participate.
- A
  Amber
  Traveler•Written August 2025
  Does the traveler meet the age requirements?
- ContikiOperator•Written August 2025
  The single room is still available. We can hold the booking for up to 48 hours.
G
Georgia
Asked on July 27th, 2025
is it possible to make an exception for him? I'm 27 and wanted to experience more of my age group and this trip meets both of our needs. he is 62
Age Range
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written July 2025
  Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old to participate. Unfortunately, your dad falls outside the eligible age range for this trip, so he won't be able to join. We have several sister brands that offer fantastic travel experiences without age restrictions, which may be a perfect fit for you and your dad: Trafalgar, Costsaver, Insight Vacations, Brendan Vacations, Luxury Gold.
H
Harm
Asked on March 27th, 2025
Is there a maximum group size for the tour?
Group size
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2025
  The maximum group size is 53 travelers.
T
Terry
Asked on March 7th, 2025
Could you tell me the check-in time at the hotel on day one, and if arrival and departure transfers are included?
Accommodation
Flights / Transfers
- T
  Terry
  Traveler•Written March 2025
  What is the approximate average price per meal per day (lunch and dinner) for each location?
- T
  Terry
  Traveler•Written March 2025
  What is the age of the travelers that will be sharing the triple room with me?
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2025
  The hotel check-in time on day one is 2:00 PM. We have a kick-off meeting at the hotel at 4:00 PM, followed by a city tour. Arrival and departure transfers are not included with Contiki.
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2025
  The average cost of lunch and dinner each day varies depending on the restaurants you choose. Your trip manager will provide a list of recommended restaurants in each location, helping you find options that fit your budget.
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2025
  We don't have access to the age information of other travelers who might be sharing your triple room. Room assignments are typically handled directly by the hotel upon arrival.
J
Jose
Asked on January 27th, 2025
Can we drop off luggage at the hotel before check-in?
Accommodation
- ContikiOperator•Written January 2025
  Yes, the hotel should be able to hold your luggage until check-in time.
E
Ellen
Asked on November 29th, 2024
What is the age range for travelers on this tour?
Age Range
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2024
  This adventure is designed for travelers aged between 18 to 35.
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Layna
Asked on September 18th, 2024
How do I add travel insurance to my booking?
Payments
Travel Support
- ContikiOperator•Written September 2024
  The insurance needs to be placed on your booking; please let us know if you'd like to proceed with that.
A
Adrian
Asked on July 21st, 2024
Is it available?
Price / Availability
- ContikiOperator•Written July 2024
  The Italian Espresso tour by Contiki is a 9-day adventure designed for travelers aged 18-35, offering a rich experience through Italy's most iconic cities and sights. The tour includes visits to Rome, Florence, and Venice, among other destinations. The trip cost $2,611.00 based in single room (subject to change).
C
Chin Eng
Asked on July 5th, 2024
Can you provide a recommendation for travel insurance?
Travel Support
- ContikiOperator•Written July 2024
  We offer comprehensive insurance plans for travelers. Please check our website for more information on plans and pricing.
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Annie
Asked on June 7th, 2024
I want to join this lovely trip I am from Pakistan. I will need an invitation letter to join this trip. can you guide me what documents do i need for invitation letter.
Tour Details
Visa
- ContikiOperator•Written June 2024
  To assist you effectively, could you please clarify what you mean by the invitation letter?
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  Annie
  Traveler•Written June 2024
  I want to be a part of this trip. I am from Pakistan and I have checked from Italian Embassy in my country that I need an invitation letter if i intend visit italy as a tourist.
- ContikiOperator•Written June 2024
  We can only request an invitation letter once you have booked and paid for a tour with us. After your booking is confirmed, we can proceed with requesting the invitation letter for you to join this trip.

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Italian Espresso (Summer, Classic)

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