France and Italy Tours and Trips

The tour manager and individual tour guides did a wonderful job of giving us a good overview of each site we visited. No long rides - and in most cases good time on our own to discover each site. It would be nice to have more time in Florence - as in around 6 hours we only scratched the surface of the beautiful city and its museums and other sites. More specific recommendations on where to dine would also be helpful. The group activities were much more enjoyable than expected. The hotel was good (the one in Rome, even better.) All transportation went extremely well.

It was a fantastic itinerary, particularly because of the flexibility to join optional outings or take an extra day to explore on your own after you have seen the primary sights. We like to explore on our own but also appreciated that the tour took care of the details for the big attractions that we did not want to miss like the Vatican and colosseum. We also appreciated the warmth wit and knowledge of our guides.

Overall it was a great trip. However, the second hotel in Florence was not as comfortable as the first and last hotels. All three had their pluses and minuses, but were clean and had charm. The guides were personable and helpful, but on excursions could’ve allowed for more shopping time and help with suggestions and traditions. Of course they knew the areas, but the older people were more prone to getting off the beaten path. Maybe text or give out maps of the areas where we’d be left to have free time. Our bus driver was great, both helpful and professional.

What a great itinerary! Krakow, Budapest, Salzburg, Ljubljana, Venice and Rome were incredible destinations to visit and stay. I joined in Poland and fell in love with the country as soon as I landed there. The Christmas markets and mulled wine were really great. Budapest was unbelievably good. The ruins bar and Sparty were two highlights of my trip. The rest of the itinerary was amazing and I really enjoyed Ljubljana. I had no expectations whatsoever and it was incredible. Our trip manager and driver were great value and ensured the trip ran smoothly. Definitely met really great people and will have new mates for life.

We had an incredible time in Sicily. Our tour director, was the absolute best—her personality and deep knowledge made the experience truly special. Alongside her was our amazing driver; without them, we would never have discovered the hidden gems that Sicily has to offer. I highly recommend this trip to anyone who loves Italian food, history, and people. And let’s not forget our local guide—she was incredible and a wonderful storyteller. Having a great group of fellow travelers makes all the difference, and this trip had just that. Thank you, Trafalgar, for another unforgettable experience!

My husband and I had a great time in Italy. We enjoyed the great cities, the guided excursions, food, and the tour’s director, whom made the trip easy for us. We would love to have him as our tour director on our next adventure. Thank you for the lovely trip.