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This was the best trip I have taken! The trip manager and driver were amazing! Everything was perfect. The hotels, activities, people and food were amazing.
Nicholas R. | Traveled in November
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Simply Italy
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Anonymous
Guillia put a great self-drive tour together for us and Susana looked after us as we travelled.
(Even when we got lost)
The car and accommodation was good and the guides patient and informative.
Only issue we had was parking in small villages, garages, and cities.
Apart from the parking we had a relaxing and enjoyable holiday, thank you.
1 week ago
15 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
48 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 35 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
Rome: Stroll around the Italian capital, ticking off some sights on your bucket list!
Rome: Kick back with your Contiki crew and feast on some yummy Italian cuisine - served at a local restaurant working to train and provide jobs for members of the community with disabilities.
Siena: This medieval Tuscan city is packed with charming photo ops. From the Duomo to Piazza del Campo.
Florence: See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria on a locally guided walking tour of Florence.
Pisa: Your ultimate chance to ‘hold the tower up’ as you pose for that classic Insta snap.
Lucca: Ramble around the cobbled streets of this Renaissance walled city in Tuscany. It’s an Insta post waiting to happen!
Cinque Terre National Park: We’ll take care of your rail pass, so you can just zip around the iconic clifftop villages and focus on the Insta stories. Wanna hike around too? You're welcome to explore on foot along the way.
Verona: This is the address behind the legendary love story. Visit Juliet’s House and see the spot that turned Verona into a global icon.
Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.
Rome: Wander through the ruins of the ancient Roman Empire's political heart, while our Local Guide peels back the layers of history & reconstructs the past. From the assassinations at the Forum to the bloody battles in the Colosseum, learn how the roots of Western culture started here.
Amalfi Coast: Definitely one for the bucket list. Your chance to view one of Europe’s active volcanoes from a distance.
Capri: Chill on the beaches of this Mediterranean jewel. Explore the famous boutiques then stop off for a Spritz in the sun.
Amalfi Coast: Live your best life like a local (on a ferry!) as you glide through azure seas, past cliffs filled with rainbow-coloured buildings.
Positano: Ramble through the wisteria-lined streets and past sun-bleached houses as you live La Dolce Vita. Don’t forget an iconic selfie with the village backdrop.
Lucca: Ramble around the cobbled streets of this Renaissance walled city in Tuscany. It’s an Insta post waiting to happen!
Cinque Terre National Park: We’ll take care of your rail pass, so you can just zip around the iconic clifftop villages and focus on the Insta stories. Wanna hike around too? You're welcome to explore on foot along the way.
Verona: This is the address behind the legendary love story. Visit Juliet’s House and see the spot that turned Verona into a global icon.
Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.
Rome: Wander through the ruins of the ancient Roman Empire's political heart, while our Local Guide peels back the layers of history & reconstructs the past. From the assassinations at the Forum to the bloody battles in the Colosseum, learn how the roots of Western culture started here.
Amalfi Coast: Definitely one for the bucket list. Your chance to view one of Europe’s active volcanoes from a distance.
Capri: Chill on the beaches of this Mediterranean jewel. Explore the famous boutiques then stop off for a Spritz in the sun.
Amalfi Coast: Live your best life like a local (on a ferry!) as you glide through azure seas, past cliffs filled with rainbow-coloured buildings.
Positano: Ramble through the wisteria-lined streets and past sun-bleached houses as you live La Dolce Vita. Don’t forget an iconic selfie with the village backdrop.
What's Included
Accommodation
BV Oly Hotel Roma (or similar)BB Hotel Firenze Centro (or similar)Hotel Le Grazie (or similar)B&B Hotel Milano Sesto Marelli (or similar)Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese (or similar)Campus X (or similar) HotelGrand Hotel Salerno (or similar)
Meals
Dinner (x4)Breakfast (x14)
Transport
Travel by coach
Guide
Experienced Driver Guide
What's Excluded
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Grace S.Verified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
My husband and I had the most amazing honeymoon on the Simply Italy Contiki tour. Our guide and driver were amazing! With it being off-peak season in January we had a smaller group size and major tourist attractions were much quieter. This tour had a full itinerary and was a beautiful way to discover all of Italy. I recommend adding the “Free-Time Add Ons”. These were reasonable in price, and provided us with opportunities to do unique activities. Even though it was our honeymoon, we made so many friends and enjoyed hanging out with the entire group. We are so excited to book another Contiki tour in the near future!
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Joya R.Verified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
everything was planned to the t no hiccups timing was perfect and everything was well thought out
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Brittany N.Verified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
My trip to Italy with Contiki was truly wonderful. Everything felt thoughtful and seamless, which allowed me to relax and simply enjoy the experience. Our guides were genuine, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable—they brought each place to life with stories and insights I wouldn’t have discovered on my own. From the beautiful cities to the incredible food, every day felt special. I’m really grateful for how well everything was organized, and I highly recommend Contiki!
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Nicholas R.Verified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
This was the best trip I have taken! The trip manager and driver were amazing! Everything was perfect. The hotels, activities, people and food were amazing.
Itinerary
Italy’s timeless beauty unfolds on the Simply Italy tour, a 15-day journey designed for young adults seeking pure immersion in the country’s rich history and vibrant culture. Wander through Rome’s ancient streets, marvel at Florence’s Renaissance art, and glide along Venice’s romantic canals. Venture to Cinque Terre’s rugged coastlines, savor authentic pasta in the Amalfi Coast, and bask in the sun-drenched charms of Sorrento and Positano.
Every day blends historical discovery with irresistible cuisine and local color. This is the trip for those who crave the good life: art, architecture, food, and the Mediterranean spirit. With all logistics handled, your focus stays on soaking up la dolce vita at every turn.
What sets this tour apart is its all-encompassing itinerary—the best of Italy, from city icons to hidden coastal gems, in a single, unforgettable package.
day 1Start Rome
Welcome to Rome! Once known as the 'capital of the world' this richly historic, passionate and elegant city will steal our hearts as soon as we arrive. We'll meet and greet our Contiki crew, before taking to the streets for an included Italian feast. After dinner we'll head on an orientation tour of the city ticking off all the sights in Rome.
