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Italy · Planned start to finish

Italy, savored at your own pace

At Traveland, we plan personal journeys to Italy, from Rome and Sicily to the islands of Ischia, Capri and Procida. We take care of the research, bookings and logistics, from the first conversation to your flight home, so your time goes into enjoying the trip, not planning it. We are a family-owned travel agency in Connecticut, planning trips since 1978 as a member of the Signature Travel Network.

Since 1978Family-owned and operated

Signature Travel NetworkMember agency

Orange & BridgeportTwo Connecticut offices

Every detail handledSo you can simply enjoy the trip

Destinations

Where should you go in Italy?

Italy rewards those who choose well. Mountain villages, sun-warmed beaches, ancient cities and quiet corners each have their own pace, cuisine and character. We help you decide where to go, how long to stay, and how to move between places with ease.

The Colosseum in Rome against a clear blue sky

Rome: The Eternal City

A walk through Rome is a walk through living history, where every street, monument and stone has a story. It is also two capitals in one: the heart of Italy and, within it, Vatican City, the spiritual center of the Catholic Church. Ancient ruins sit beside modern life, and there is always another layer to discover.

Aerial view of a sandy bay and turquoise sea on the coast of Sicily

Sicily: Art, Culture and Nature

On the largest island in the Mediterranean, rugged mountains meet clear seas.

Sicily, for your second trip to Italy

A volcano, a chocolate town and a farmhouse kitchen

If you’ve already seen Rome and Florence, Sicily is where we’d send you next. Spend a morning on Mount Etna, on foot or by 4x4, among craters and lava caves, then taste wine from vines grown on its slopes. In Modica, chocolate is still made by cold processing, a method traced back to the Aztecs, which gives it a texture all its own. In the countryside around Scicli and Palazzolo Acreide, farmhouse cooking classes begin with gathering wild herbs and end at the table. Palermo’s churches and markets show Greek, Arab, Norman and Spanish layers in a single walk. Tell us when you’d like to go, and we’ll build the week around what you enjoy most.

  • Mount Etna by foot or 4x4: craters, lava caves and old lava flows
  • Wine tastings on Etna’s slopes and around Ragusa
  • Modica’s cold-processed chocolate, made with techniques traced to the Aztecs
  • Farmhouse cooking classes in Scicli and Palazzolo Acreide, starting with wild herbs
  • The Valley of the Temples with an archaeologist as guide, and Selinunte at sunset
Green hills and harbor villages on the island of Ischia in the Bay of Naples

Ischia, Capri and Procida: For Those Who Love the Sea

Three islands in the Bay of Naples, each with its own mood. Ischia for thermal springs and gardens, Capri for dramatic cliffs and a lively piazzetta, Procida for pastel harbors and a slower rhythm. Together they capture the essence of Italian coastal life.

More than 60 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

One advisor to help you choose among them.

Experiences

How would you like to experience Italy?

Every journey begins with what matters most to you.

Italian pizza topped with prosciutto, arugula and shaved Parmesan

Food and Wine

Handmade pasta, regional wines and meals that carry centuries of tradition and regional pride.

Michelangelo’s David, the Renaissance marble sculpture in Florence

Arts and Culture

Ancient ruins, Renaissance masterpieces and more than 60 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Skier carving a turn on a snowy mountain slope

Active Adventure

Mountain trails and coastal routes for travelers who like to move.

Fireworks over an Italian city at night

Festivals and Events

Local festivals and evening performances, where each city becomes a stage.

Bather resting in white mineral terraces filled with turquoise thermal water

Wellness

Thermal waters and quiet spas set against remarkable landscapes.

Florence Cathedral and Giotto’s bell tower in white, green and pink marble

Religious and Spiritual

Pilgrimage routes and sacred places, for travelers seeking reflection and connection.

Leather goods stalls at an outdoor market in Florence

Shopping and Craft

Fashion boutiques, artisan workshops and local markets, each rooted in centuries of craftsmanship.

Yachts moored in the harbor of Portofino on the Italian Riviera

Style and Design

Generations of mastery in fashion and design, and the easy elegance of the Riviera.

Aerial view of a winding mountain road through pine forest

Off the Beaten Path

Country roads, mountain trails and lesser-known villages, where the journey is the point.

Food and wine

Italy, one food lesson in each city

A week in Italy works best with two bases and one hands-on meal in each. In Rome, join a small-group pizza class: make the dough, top it, then eat it with Italian wine. From Florence, spend a day in Chianti, walking a historic estate’s cellars before the tasting. Or cook a four-course Tuscan meal with a local chef, fresh pasta always included. For a slower start, a two-hour coffee and gelato walk through Rome ends with tiramisu. Tell us when you’d like to go, and we’ll build the week around the table.

Florence seen from Piazzale MichelangeloTwo pizzas on a table in RomeTuscan countryside estate at sunsetFresh pasta being made by hand
  • Rome: small-group pizza class with Italian wine
  • Rome: two-hour coffee and gelato walk ending with tiramisu
  • Florence: a Chianti day with a cellar visit and tasting at a historic estate
  • Tuscany: four-course cooking class, always with fresh pasta
  • Florence: bistecca alla fiorentina class (Chianina steak), three-course meal

When: Spring is our favorite time for this trip; the experiences run year-round.

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    Working with us

    How do we plan your trip to Italy?

    01

    A conversation

    Tell us how you like to travel, who is coming, and what you hope to feel. There is no charge to begin.

    02

    An itinerary made for you

    We design the route, hotels, transfers and experiences, then refine them with you, so you skip the hours of research and comparison.

    03

    Every detail handled

    We book the flights, stays, cruises and tours and keep track of every confirmation, so all you have to do is enjoy the journey.

    Italy, in motion

    Film courtesy of Signature Travel Network.

    Timing

    When is the best time to visit Italy?

    Spring (April to June) and early autumn (September to October) offer mild weather and fewer crowds than midsummer.

    Spring

    Wildflowers, comfortable weather for walking the cities, and the start of the coastal season.

    Summer

    Peak heat and crowds in July and August. Many Italians take their holidays around Ferragosto on August 15. A good time for the islands and the mountains.

    Autumn

    Harvest season, warm seas into early October, and softer light in the cities.

    Winter

    Quieter museums, festive traditions, and skiing in the Alps and Dolomites.

    Questions

    Questions travelers ask about Italy

    April to June and September to October bring mild weather and fewer crowds. July and August are the hottest and busiest months, especially along the coast. Winter suits cities, museums and skiing in the Alps and Dolomites.

    Ten to fourteen days allows time for Rome plus one or two other regions without rushing. With a week, we suggest one or two bases rather than many stops.

    Not for tourist stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. The European Union plans to introduce ETIAS, an online travel authorization for visa-exempt visitors, scheduled for the last quarter of 2026. We will confirm current entry requirements before you travel.

    It depends on your pace. Rome suits lovers of history and art, Sicily combines culture, food and nature, and Ischia, Capri and Procida are ideal for time by the sea. Many travelers combine two.

    Yes. We plan cruises as well as land journeys, and many Mediterranean cruise itineraries call at Italian ports. We can combine time ashore with days at sea.

    There is no charge for an initial consultation. Share your ideas through the form on this page or schedule a call, and an advisor will follow up.

    Planning a trip like this can take many hours of research, comparison and booking. We do that work for you, draw on decades of experience to get the details right, and keep every confirmation in one place, so you can spend that time looking forward to the journey.

    We are a family-owned travel agency in Connecticut, with offices at 564 Racebrook Road in Orange (203-929-6000) and 4270 Main Street in Bridgeport (203-371-1114).

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