Italy on a Budget: Rome, Florence, Cinque Terre & Venice in 8 Days

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  Sina

  January 23rd, 2026
  This review reflects my personal experience on this tour. The trip did not align with how it was presented at the...
  This review reflects my personal experience on this tour. The trip did not align with how it was presented at the time of booking. Accommodations were very basic hostels with shared bathrooms, no refrigerator, and no drinking water provided. This level of lodging was not clearly communicated in advance and felt inconsistent with what was advertised. There was no private transportation between cities or activities. Most days involved extensive walking—often close to 8–9 hours—which made the itinerary physically exhausting and reduced the enjoyment of the destinations. Several guided activities were poorly organized. On multiple occasions, guides arrived 30–40 minutes late, citing long commutes via public transportation. These delays significantly reduced the time available at attractions. When we raised concerns during the trip about accommodations and scheduling, communication from the operator was slow and inconsistent. After expressing dissatisfaction through their social media channel, we were blocked, which eliminated a direct way to communicate our concerns while still on the tour. Overall, this experience lacked the organization, transparency, and professionalism I expect from a guided tour. Based on my experience, I would not recommend this tour to travelers looking for clear communication, reliable logistics, or accommodations that match what is advertised.Show more
  Traveled in August 2024
  

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  This review is completely false and contains inaccurate information! Accommodations: The list of hostels was sent to the client by email weeks in advance prior to the tour. He had enough time to revise the info and raise any concerns he might have had including the possibility to upgrade. Nothing was done from his side! We would like to clarify that the hostels used are part of important hostel chains in Italy which offer high standards for budget accommodations. If you are not an hostel person, online you also have the option to book a different type of accommodation. Transportation: The tour is conducted by fast speed train between cities and all train tickets were provided and included in the tour package! Walking: All the cities which are pedestrians can be easily visited by foot and all the orientation walks included in the itinerary had the of length of 3 hours. Rome, which is a bigger city with more things to visit, have a length of 4h max with multiple stops for photos. Guides: We have no record whatsoever in 20 years of activity about guides being late 40 minutes which is absurd. This can be proved anyway with our daily log. Social Media: We have a dedicated team for all our guests during the tour which can be contacted to the dedicated whatsapp number, phone and email provided to the clients. The social media managers are not in charge or informed about the operation of a tour. Even though this client was informed, he continued using the wrong channel to have answers. Overall Experience: Regarding us we are sorry if his expectations where different but the whole team supported him for the entire week with absurd complaints by also offering free of charge non due upgrades which obviously have not been appreciated.

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  Laura

  October 26th, 2025
  It’s such a well-thought-out and perfectly designed tour to get a little taste of each region. For me, it was exactly...
  It’s such a well-thought-out and perfectly designed tour to get a little taste of each region. For me, it was exactly what I wanted to see in Italy, so I’m super happy and I totally recommend it!Show more
  Traveled in October 2025
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  Sarah

  August 11th, 2025
  Led by Sasa
  From start to finish, our honeymoon with Italy on a Budget was absolutely phenomenal. The entire experience was...
  From start to finish, our honeymoon with Italy on a Budget was absolutely phenomenal. The entire experience was seamless the tours were incredibly well organized, and the hotels arranged for us were nothing short of amazing. Every detail was thoughtfully taken care of, making our trip stress-free and unforgettable. Their app made everything so easy to navigate and understand, and we loved how the additional add-on tours were both interesting and reasonably priced. The partner companies they work with for excursions were, for the most part, excellent. The one small issue we had with an outside tour company was resolved immediately by Anastasia, who truly went above and beyond for us. She stayed much later than expected to ensure our first day in Italy and the first day of our honeymoon was absolutely perfect. That level of personal care and dedication meant the world to us. We can’t recommend Italy on a Budget (and Anastasia in particular!) highly enough. They turned our dream honeymoon into a reality, and we’re already looking forward to traveling with them again.Show more
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  Traveled in July 2025
  

  Reply from: Italy on a Budget Tours

  Thank you so much for your lovely feedback about our Rome, Florence, Cinque Terre & Venice tour! We're so glad you appreciated our team support from the office to give you the opportunity to live the best experience around Itly possible! You visited Rome, Florence and Venice, the three main cities of Italy and we're glad you had a taste of our cultural through them! Pisa and Cinque Terre is a beautiful stop to explore the seaside and colorful villages! Hope to see you soon with us again!

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  Richard

  May 12th, 2025
  Such an amazing tour! I had a great time exploring Rome, Florence and Venice. A special shout-out to our brilliant...
  Such an amazing tour! I had a great time exploring Rome, Florence and Venice. A special shout-out to our brilliant tour guides Anna and Elisa. Their local knowledge really enhanced the tour and I was always given great recommendations for things to do and food to try whether it was pasta, pizza, Italian bread or gelato (I ate a lot of gelato!) They were also so friendly and supportive and it was great to get to know them. Highlights of the tour included trying Carbonara in a Trattoria as part of our welcome dinner in Rome, exploring great architecture like the Colesseum and the Vatican and the day trip to Tuscany where we tried various different wines which felt like a proper Italian experience. But the best part was meeting so many great people throughout the tour from all around the world! Thank you Italy on a Budget tours! If you're exploring Italy, this group trip is definitely a great way to go and excellent value too!Show more
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  Traveled in May 2025
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  Richard

  May 9th, 2025
  Such an amazing tour! I had a great time exploring Rome, Florence and Venice. A special shout-out to our brilliant...
  Such an amazing tour! I had a great time exploring Rome, Florence and Venice. A special shout-out to our brilliant tour guides Anna and Elisa. Their local knowledge really enhanced the tour and I was always given great recommendations for things to do and food to try whether it was pasta, pizza, Italian bread or gelato (I ate a lot of gelato!) They were also so friendly and supportive and it was great to get to know them. Highlights of the tour included trying Carbonara in a Trattoria as part of our welcome dinner in Rome, exploring great architecture like the Colesseum and the Vatican and the day trip to Tuscany where we tried various different wines which felt like a proper Italian experience. But the best part was meeting so many great people throughout the tour from all around the world! Thank you Italy on a Budget tours! If you're exploring Italy, this group trip is definitely a great way to go and excellent value too!Show more
  Traveled in May 2025
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  Khushwant

  April 1st, 2025
  Overall it was good. I saw lots and had a app to follow with a support number where needed. This is a good way to see...
  Overall it was good. I saw lots and had a app to follow with a support number where needed. This is a good way to see lots quickly.Show more
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  Traveled in March 2025
  

  Reply from: Italy on a Budget Tours

  Thank you so much for joining our Rome, Florence, Cinque Terre & Venice in 8 Days tour! It's amazing that you enjoyed travelling all around with us exploring many different Italian gems! We're also glad that you appreciated our logistic support! We hope to meet you again in your next Italian adventure!

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  Jenica

  July 30th, 2024
  I did the 7 day tour of Rome, Florence, Cinque Terre and Venice. The original tour date I selected I was unable to...
  I did the 7 day tour of Rome, Florence, Cinque Terre and Venice. The original tour date I selected I was unable to participate in as there was no one else that had signed up for the date so I changed my tour to a week earlier. The communication from the staff was great before the trip, I just wished there was a more detailed itinerary given to us (ex. time or a tour or sights we would see). Since I had switched my dates I was hoping to meet lots of amazing people on the trip. It ended up being only myself and one other person (other than for the Cinque terre day trip) who was not interested in meeting anyone or going anything outside of the tour itself. When it came to meeting people it was way easier to meet people in the hostels you stay in. If you are hoping to meet people and make friends I would suggest just booking the hostels yourself and skipping the tour. The hostels that were booked for us were amazing! Nicest hostels I have stayed in my far! And it was nice that you did not have to worry about anything for the week as it was all organized for you. The tour guides were amazing! For the first half of the trip (Rome and Florence tours) I had Ned. He was so knowledgeable and genuinely wanted us to have the best time on the tours. I had such a fun few days with him and he even helped negotiate the price of a purse for me at the leather market in Florence! For the next half of the tour we had Marie. Marie was with us for the Cinque Terre day trip and for Venice. She was very kind and made sure to keep us safe as we were in many train stations (where pickpockets like to be). Both guides made sure to take lots of pictures!! Overall the tour was a good experience as you do not have to worry about planning anything out. If you have a few people you would like to spend time with it is a good option but if you are looking to meet other travellers I would recommend just booking the train tickets and hostels on your own.Show more
  Traveled in July 2024
  

  Reply from: Italy on a Budget Tours

  Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience on the 7-day tour of Italy! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the fantastic hostels, seamless logistics, and stress-free planning. Our goal is always to let travelers focus on enjoying the trip. We’re also so happy to hear that Ned and Marie made your journey memorable. Ned’s knowledge and helpfulness in Rome and Florence, and Marie’s care and guidance during Cinque Terre and Venice, really make a difference, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words. We understand that connecting with other travelers is an important part of the experience. Group sizes naturally vary depending on who books each departure, which can sometimes mean a smaller or more intimate group. Many guests still enjoy meeting people along the way, while also benefiting from the ease and support our tours provide. Thank you again for your thoughtful feedback. We’re glad you had a good experience overall and hope to welcome you on another Italian adventure soon! ????????✨

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  Elizabeth

  June 6th, 2024
  We were very pleased with our trip. The guides were conscientious, knowledgable and eager to help us enjoy our trip....
  We were very pleased with our trip. The guides were conscientious, knowledgable and eager to help us enjoy our trip. The organization did a great job of being budget conscious while helping us to have a wonderful experience.Show more
  Traveled in April 2024
  

  Reply from: Italy on a Budget Tours

  Thank you for the review! We're so pleased to hear that you were very happy with your trip. It's great to know that our guides were conscientious, knowledgeable, and eager to help you. We pride ourselves on having a team that is dedicated to ensuring every guest has a wonderful experience. We also appreciate you recognizing our efforts to be budget-conscious while providing a high-quality experience. We strive to offer excellent value without compromising on the quality of our tours. Thank you again for your kind words. We hope to welcome you on another trip in the future!

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  Lucy

  November 30th, 2023
  Giovanni made everyone feel at ease and was very welcoming, which helped create a great atmosphere amongst the group...
  Giovanni made everyone feel at ease and was very welcoming, which helped create a great atmosphere amongst the group and friends were quickly made. He was very helpful in terms of suggestions and information during free time and also had many interesting stories and information on the areas we visited during the tour. Everything was very clear from the beginning. I feel I really got the full “amalfi coast experience” thanks to all of this! Show more
  Traveled in August 2023

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  Maddy

  November 30th, 2023
  Our tour guide Ned was incredible and managed a few difficult situations very well!
  Traveled in August 2023

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