My uncle and cusine took a tour and want to enjoy it from canada to there, I'm in the NL and i want to join them just for a few days, eather dsys on Amalfi Coast or Taormina, i would like to ask about the possibility and prices.

Our tours are sold as complete packages, so it is not possible to join only selected days or specific destinations such as the Amalfi Coast or Taormina. Even if you join for part of the itinerary, the full tour package cost would still apply, including any unused portions.

How much does the Vatican excursion cost.? Details?

The Vatican Museums Guided Tour is USD 102 per traveller. Here's what's included: Expert Local Guide: Explore the tiny country of Vatican City with professional commentary. Vatican Museums Access: Discover the exquisite museums and their spellbinding masterpieces. Skip-the-Line Entry: Avoid long general admission queues. Sistine Chapel: See Michelangelo's famous frescoes, including the ceiling and The Last Judgment. Artistic & Religious History: Gain insight into centuries of history and the significance of Vatican City's collections. Please Note: This excursion must be booked at least 30 days prior to the start of the tour due to high demand. It is non-refundable and subject to availability. Closures may occur during the Catholic Jubilee, so early booking is recommended.

What is the transportation that is included in your tour?

For the Highlights of Southern Italy and Sicily, transportation throughout the tour is included and arranged by the tour operator. The main mode of transport between destinations is a comfortable, air-conditioned coach, which will be used for most of the journey across southern Italy and Sicily. In addition to coach travel, the itinerary may also include ferry crossings where necessary to travel between the mainland and Sicily, as well as any other transport required to complete the planned route. All transport included in the itinerary is organized as part of the tour so you can travel easily between destinations with the group and tour leader. Local guided walking tours in several cities are also included, allowing you to explore historic centres and key attractions with a knowledgeable local guide.

Our travellers need pre-accommodation. Could you please advise on the cost per night if booked through you? Additionally, could you provide the hotel name in Rome, in case they decide to arrange it themselves?

Please note that we do not offer pre- or post-accommodation for this tour. The hotel currently listed for your stay in Rome is: Warmthotel Via Giuseppe Prezzolini, 5, 00143 Roma RM, Italy Tel: +39 06 501 4283 If you wish to arrange accommodation you will have to do it on your own accord. The final itinerary, including all confirmed hotel details, will be provided 7–14 days before the tour.

What is the name of the hotel in Rome?

For the September 26, 2026 departure, the hotel information for Rome has not yet been finalised. Since this tour runs in 2026, final confirmations for hotels will be available closer to the departure date. As soon as the accommodations are confirmed on our side, I'll be sure to update you right away.

Need to know starting hotel name so we can book a room for a few nights prior commence of this tour

The starting hotel for your tour is BV Oly Hotel Rome, located at: Via del Santuario Regina degli Apostoli, 36, 00145 Roma RM, Italy. Meeting Time: 10:00 AM. Please note that hotels may be subject to change if we encounter any unforeseen operational issues.

Is this tour suitable for people in their early 80's who are in good condition?

We welcome travelers past 75 years old who are aware of the active nature of the tour. Tours involve walking up to 3 hours through cities with steps and cobblestones, requiring a certain level of fitness to fully enjoy the experience.

What are the extra expenses during our 10-day tour?

Extra expenses during your tour would be all optional excursions and entry fees to historical buildings.

Is this trip available as a small group tour?

We are able to do private tours, provided that the booking has 20 or more travelers.

Is the tour of the island of Capri included or do we have to pay extra for this? I want to look into the hotels on this tour. Can you send me the hotel list for this tour?

The Isle of Capri is an optional excursion and is currently 145.00 euro per traveler. As requested, please see the preliminary accommodation list attached. Please note that hotels may be subject to change if we encounter any unforeseen operational issues.

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Day 1
Rome
Rome
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Rome, Italy (Hotel in Rome, 10:00)
Meals
Dinner (Welcome dinner at a charming local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Rome
- Visit Spanish Steps
- Visit Piazza Navona
- Welcome dinner at a local restaurant
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Vatican Museums
Landmarks
Spanish Steps
Piazza Navona
Vatican Museums
Day 2
Rome to Amalfi Coast
Rome to Amalfi Coast
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Pompeii)
Included Activities
- View Mount Vesuvius
- Guided tour of Pompeii ruins
- Lunch in Pompeii
Optional Activities
- Guided excursion to Salerno Cathedral and Old Town with dinner
Landmarks
Mount Vesuvius
Pompeii
Salerno Cathedral
Day 3
Amalfi Coast
Amalfi Coast
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Amalfi Coast cruise with views of Positano and Amalfi, lunch included in excursion, limoncello tasting, visit to paper museum
Landmarks
Positano
Amalfi
Day 4
Amalfi Coast to Alberobello
Amalfi Coast to Alberobello
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Matera cave city
- Explore Alberobello and trulli houses
Optional Activities
- Visit Trullo Church of St. Antony
- Visit Trulli museum
Landmarks
Matera
Alberobello
Trullo Church of St. Antony
Day 5
Alberobello to Taormina
Alberobello to Taormina
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner in Taormina)
Included Activities
- Ferry crossing to Sicily
- Travel to Taormina
- Dinner in Taormina
Landmarks
Mount Etna
Taormina
Day 6
Taormina
Taormina
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Mount Etna excursion with cable car and 4x4 to summit, guided tour of volcanic landscape, and lunch at local enoteca
Landmarks
Mount Etna
Day 7
Taormina to Agrigento
Taormina to Agrigento
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Syracuse
- Explore Valley of the Temples with guided sunset tour
Landmarks
Syracuse
Valley of the Temples
Day 8
Agrigento to Palermo
Agrigento to Palermo
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with group in Palermo)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Palermo highlights
- Visit Piazza Indipendenza
- Visit Porta Nuova
- Visit Palermo Cathedral
- Dinner with group in Palermo
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Cefalù with lunch at local restaurant included
Landmarks
Cefalù
Piazza Indipendenza
Porta Nuova
Palermo Cathedral
Day 9
Palermo
Palermo
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Guided excursion to Palermo's hidden sights and architectural delights
Landmarks
Palermo Opera Theatre
Day 10
Rome
Rome
End point
Rome, Italy (Hotel in Rome, 11:00)
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Additional exploration of Rome

Landmarks
Spanish Steps
Piazza Navona
Vatican Museums

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Mount Vesuvius
Pompeii
Salerno Cathedral

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Positano
Amalfi

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Matera
Alberobello
Trullo Church of St. Antony

Landmarks
Mount Etna
Taormina

Landmarks
Mount Etna

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Syracuse
Valley of the Temples

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Cefalù
Piazza Indipendenza
Porta Nuova
Palermo Cathedral

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Chatphong4.0•May 2026
We have been many beautiful places. Ours tour leader “Roma” are very helpful and nice.
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Guoyan4.0•May 2025
The tour was very good, happy with it, the only thing is the tour leader was the first time to be there same as us,...
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roland4.0•May 2025
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Good, customizable (optional excursions) program with the most important sights. I found it strange that I was asked...
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Deborah4.0•May 2025
Visiting the various places that we did was very interesting, with very knowledgeable and good tour guides whose...
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Michael4.0•October 2024
Excellent guide and driver from expat tours
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Angela3.0•September 2024
Not enjoyable at all
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Arthur4.0•June 2024
Tour guide Roma was great and kept us going Locations visited were all good, only long distance drives getting...
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Gregory3.0•May 2023
Need to work on getting hotels central to the city being visited. The hotel in Palermo was actually in an unsafe...
Need to work on getting hotels central to the city being visited. The hotel in Palermo was actually in an unsafe area. I realize this was a budget tour, but people on our trip were upset having to navigate to and from the sights of town. Need to implement a mask policy for individuals that are ill. We joined a tour group where people were visibly Ill , hacking up a lung! We were about 5-6 days in when we received the gift. It ruined the last days of our tour with Expat and our entire trip, 6 days of Florence. We are now back in Rome and still are sick. We had to beg for ventilation on the coach. It was always dead air! Other than at the front where the driver was sitting. I think if you provided better hotel locations you would receive better reviews. I know as a small business you don’t have the clout to get priority pricing, but you need to get out there and make some friends in the hotel industry. You know your not going to please everyone, but the hotel portion of the reviews is probably hurting your business., Noddy and our driver Franco were very professional ! Wishing you only the best! Greg CannonShow more
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Janice5.0•May 2023
I will not hesitate to take another trip with EXPAT again. Our tour leader, Vivian was excellent and our driver was...
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Sonja4.0•October 2022
I enjoyed the fact that we visited many different cities and sites. Vivien the tour leader was always upbeat and...
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Timothy
Asked on May 23rd, 2026
My uncle and cusine took a tour and want to enjoy it from canada to there, I'm in the NL and i want to join them just for a few days, eather dsys on Amalfi Coast or Taormina, i would like to ask about the possibility and prices.
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written May 2026
  Our tours are sold as complete packages, so it is not possible to join only selected days or specific destinations such as the Amalfi Coast or Taormina. Even if you join for part of the itinerary, the full tour package cost would still apply, including any unused portions.
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Juan
Asked on March 9th, 2026
How much does the Vatican excursion cost.? Details?
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Tour Details
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written March 2026
  The Vatican Museums Guided Tour is USD 102 per traveller.
  
  Here's what's included:
  
  Expert Local Guide: Explore the tiny country of Vatican City with professional commentary.
  
  Vatican Museums Access: Discover the exquisite museums and their spellbinding masterpieces.
  
  Skip-the-Line Entry: Avoid long general admission queues.
  
  Sistine Chapel: See Michelangelo's famous frescoes, including the ceiling and The Last Judgment.
  
  Artistic & Religious History: Gain insight into centuries of history and the significance of Vatican City's collections.
  
  Please Note:
  
  This excursion must be booked at least 30 days prior to the start of the tour due to high demand.
  
  It is non-refundable and subject to availability.
  
  Closures may occur during the Catholic Jubilee, so early booking is recommended.
J
Jenna
Asked on March 8th, 2026
What is the transportation that is included in your tour?
Transport
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written March 2026
  For the Highlights of Southern Italy and Sicily, transportation throughout the tour is included and arranged by the tour operator. The main mode of transport between destinations is a comfortable, air-conditioned coach, which will be used for most of the journey across southern Italy and Sicily.
  
  In addition to coach travel, the itinerary may also include ferry crossings where necessary to travel between the mainland and Sicily, as well as any other transport required to complete the planned route. All transport included in the itinerary is organized as part of the tour so you can travel easily between destinations with the group and tour leader. Local guided walking tours in several cities are also included, allowing you to explore historic centres and key attractions with a knowledgeable local guide.
J
Jorge
Asked on January 27th, 2026
Our travellers need pre-accommodation. Could you please advise on the cost per night if booked through you? Additionally, could you provide the hotel name in Rome, in case they decide to arrange it themselves?
Accommodation
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written January 2026
  Please note that we do not offer pre- or post-accommodation for this tour.
  
  The hotel currently listed for your stay in Rome is:
  
  Warmthotel
  Via Giuseppe Prezzolini, 5, 00143 Roma RM, Italy
  Tel: +39 06 501 4283
  
  If you wish to arrange accommodation you will have to do it on your own accord. The final itinerary, including all confirmed hotel details, will be provided 7–14 days before the tour.
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Lynn
Asked on November 9th, 2025
What is the name of the hotel in Rome?
Accommodation
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written November 2025
  For the September 26, 2026 departure, the hotel information for Rome has not yet been finalised. Since this tour runs in 2026, final confirmations for hotels will be available closer to the departure date. As soon as the accommodations are confirmed on our side, I'll be sure to update you right away.
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Yvonne
Asked on April 15th, 2025
Need to know starting hotel name so we can book a room for a few nights prior commence of this tour
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Tour Details
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written April 2025
  The starting hotel for your tour is BV Oly Hotel Rome, located at: Via del Santuario Regina degli Apostoli, 36, 00145 Roma RM, Italy. Meeting Time: 10:00 AM. Please note that hotels may be subject to change if we encounter any unforeseen operational issues.
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Rachael
Asked on April 3rd, 2025
Is this tour suitable for people in their early 80's who are in good condition?
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Tour Details
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written April 2025
  We welcome travelers past 75 years old who are aware of the active nature of the tour. Tours involve walking up to 3 hours through cities with steps and cobblestones, requiring a certain level of fitness to fully enjoy the experience.
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Pam
Asked on January 6th, 2025
What are the extra expenses during our 10-day tour?
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- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  Extra expenses during your tour would be all optional excursions and entry fees to historical buildings.
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  Pam
  Traveler•Written January 2025
  What hotel would you recommend we stay in to be closer to the meeting place on the first day?
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  At this stage, your departure is too far in advance for us to give you a confirmed starting hotel. We suggest reaching out roughly 90 days prior for this information.
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Linda
Asked on September 3rd, 2024
Is this trip available as a small group tour?
Group size
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written September 2024
  We are able to do private tours, provided that the booking has 20 or more travelers.
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Vanessa
Asked on August 26th, 2024
Is the tour of the island of Capri included or do we have to pay extra for this? I want to look into the hotels on this tour. Can you send me the hotel list for this tour?
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- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written August 2024
  The Isle of Capri is an optional excursion and is currently 145.00 euro per traveler. As requested, please see the preliminary accommodation list attached. Please note that hotels may be subject to change if we encounter any unforeseen operational issues.

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