ACTIVITY HOLIDAYS IN ITALY

Here is our range of activity holidays in Italy

We've a full range of activities to choose from, each allowing you to discover Italy at your own pace and to enjoy all the hidden gems that the country has to offer.

Click on the appropriate holiday title for full holiday details, take a look at our activities section for further information about how our activity holidays work, or see our Italy page for further information about our holidays in Italy.

  Short break, Italy
 Basilicata :  Maratea

Deserted white beaches, stunning turquoise seas Rocky inlets, jagged cliffs, spectacular coastal views Dazzling ochre cliffs and traditional white villages Ideal location for independent exploring

  Walking holiday, Italy
 Basilicata :  Secrets of Southern Italy Walk

Fully guided, twin-centre walking holiday staying both in the mountains and by the sea Vine-covered cliffs, limestone peaks, verdant valley trails, beautifully deserted sandy beaches Pollino National Park – home of the rare Loricate pine - and an ornithologists dream: golden eagles, porcupines, falcons, red kites High quality *** and **** hotels throughout

2 boot guided walking holiday (twin centre). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 8 days (7 nights)
Accommodation: stylish/luxury, friendly/quirky. Good for: flora & fauna, birdwatching, local culture.

  Cycling holiday, Italy
 Chianti :  Secrets of San Gimignano Cycling

Exhilarating cycling through fabulously open and unspoilt countryside: breath-taking balcony views! Cypress-studded rolling hills, sun-drenched olives, famous Chianti vineyards Fabulous hotels – all with panoramic pools – superb cuisine, world-class wines San Gimignano’s soaring towers, Volterra’s Etruscan treasures, Casole’s preserved mediaeval fortress; art cities of Florence, Pisa and Siena

Upper 2 bike cycling holiday (hotel-to-hotel). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 9 days (8 nights)
Accommodation: stylish/luxury, friendly/quirky, gastronomic food, swimming opportunities. Good for: art/culture/history, flora & fauna, wine discoveries.

  Walking holiday, Italy
 Chianti :  Volterra to San Gimignano Walk

Quintessential Italian landscapes: rolling hills, sunflowers, endless vines and olive groves Scenic walking on Etruscan trails, pilgrims’ paths, hilltop hamlets Exceptionally friendly family-run hotels, all with panoramic swimming pools Mouth-watering local cuisine; world famous wines Possible day trips to Florence, Siena and Pisa

Upper 1 boot independent walking holiday (hotel-to-hotel). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 9 days (8 nights)
Accommodation: stylish/luxury, friendly/quirky, gastronomic food, swimming opportunities. Good for: art/culture/history, flora & fauna, wine discoveries.

  Skiing holiday, Italy
 Dobbiaco :  Cross country skiing in Dobbiaco

Snow-sure Tyrolean village: perfect for confident beginners and improvers Beautiful **** family-run hotel: pool, spa, sauna, steam room; deluxe rooms for Headwater guests Popular mix of guided and independent options: ski lessons included; 120kms of trails – many from hotel door – and ski bus included 3000m Alpine peaks, panoramic sun terraces, frozen lakes

Independent skiing holiday. Departs winter for 8 days (7 nights)
Accommodation: mid range, gastronomic food, swimming opportunities. Good for: local culture.

  Short break, Italy
 Italian city choices :  Bologna: Hotel Touring

A slice of Italian life in a city off the tourist trail Porticoed streets, mediaeval leaning towers, Romanesque churches Renowned for its rich cuisine and variety of restaurants

  Short break, Italy
 Italian city choices :  Florence: Hotel de Lanzi

More art treasures than any other Italian city Beautiful riverbank setting in the heart of the Tuscan countryside Home of the Renaissance: Michelangelo's David, Botticelli's Primavera Chic cafe's exclusive boutiques, bustling markets

  Short break, Italy
 Italian city choices :  Florence: Hotel Le Cascine

More art treasures than any other Italian city Beautiful riverbank setting in the heart of the Tuscan countryside Home of the Renaissance: Michelangelo's David, Botticelli's Primavera Chic cafe's exclusive boutiques, bustling markets

  Short break, Italy
 Italian city choices :  Lucca: Hotel la Luna

One of Italy's finest mediaeval treasures Roman amphitheatre, elegant streets, relaxing squares, beautiful churches Lots of summer festivals to enjoy

  Short break, Italy
 Italian city choices :  Naples: Hotel Il Convento

Elegant palaces, mediaeval churches, Art Deco shopping galleries Sea front castles, palm shaded marinas, colourful fishing quarters Mt Vesuvius, Capri, Pompeii and the Bay of Naples

  Short break, Italy
 Italian city choices :  Naples: Hotel Miramare

Elegant palaces, mediaeval churches, Art Deco shopping galleries Sea front castles, palm shaded marinas, colourful fishing quarters Mt Vesuvius, Capri, Pompeii and the Bay of Naples

  Short break, Italy
 Italian city choices :  Perugia: Hotel Fortuna

Beautiful mediaeval town in the heart of Umbria Full of historic interest: San Lorenzo Cathedral, Archeological Museum Beautiful architecture and elegant piazzas

  Short break, Italy
 Italian city choices :  Rome: Hotel Astoria Garden

Discover the delights of the Eternal City Colosseum, Pantheon, Appian Way, the Catacombs The Vatican museum and St Peter's Basilica Great designed shopping on the Via Condotti

  Short break, Italy
 Italian city choices :  Siena: Hotel Chiusarelli

One of Europe's best preserved mediaeval towns Torre della Mangia - 2nd largest mediaeval town in Italy Pavement cafe's and people watching in the beautiful Campo square

  Short break, Italy
 Italian city choices :  Venice: Hotel Kette

Elegant 18C cafe society preserved in Piazza San Marco Moorish palaces, Basilica San Marco, 'a golden treasure trove' Inspiration for artists, poets and playwrights alike Explore forgotten alleyways and hidden churches in veal Venice

  Short break, Italy
 Italian city choices :  Venice: Hotel Locanda di Orsaria

Elegant 18C cafe society preserved in Piazza San Marco Moorish palaces, Basilica San Marco, 'a golden treasure trove' Inspiration for artists, poets and playwrights alike Explore forgotten alleyways and hidden churches in veal Venice

  Short break, Italy
 Italian city choices :  Verona: Hotel Giulietta e Romeo

City of Romance, the setting for Romeo and Juliet Romanesque churches, Renaissance palaces, mediaeval squares Beautiful riverside setting in the backdrop of the Dolomites

  Cycling holiday, Italy
 Piedmont :  Gastronomic Barolo Cycling

Luxury hotels: panoramic pools, elegant lounges, gourmet cuisine; outstanding wines Beautifully scenic cycling: boundless vineyards, sun-drenched hamlets, stunning views - as far as Mont Blanc on a clear day Historic castles, frescoed chapels, honey-coloured atmospheric squares; mediaeval Neive: one of the prettiest villages in Italy World-famous wines: Barolo, Barbaresco, Moscato

2 bike cycling holiday (hotel-to-hotel). Departs summer, autumn for 9 days (8 nights)
Accommodation: stylish/luxury, gastronomic food, swimming opportunities. Good for: art/culture/history, wine discoveries.

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  Walking holiday, Italy
 Piedmont :  Vineyards of Barolo Walk

Spectacular walking in undiscovered Italy; vineyard paths, sun-dappled hamlets and Savoy castles Wonderfully varied hotels: an elegant C18 villa, a rural retreat and a charming family-run hotel with stunning Alpine views Panoramic swimming pools 6 nights out of 8 Mouth-watering local cuisine and world famous wines – plenty of tasting opportunities

2 boot independent walking holiday (hotel-to-hotel). Departs summer, autumn for 9 days (8 nights)
Accommodation: stylish/luxury, gastronomic food, swimming opportunities. Good for: art/culture/history, wine discoveries.

  Cycling holiday, Italy
 Puglia :  Contrasts of Puglia Cycling

Beautifully unspoilt region, full of contrasts: white sand beaches, crystal clear seas, ancient olive orchards, flourishing vineyards Interest-packed cycling routes: historic wine towns, colourful fishing villages, tiny white hamlets unchanged over the years Hand-picked hotels including 2 nights in a unique trullo house; Traditional cuisine, excellent wines, lovely friendly people

cycling holiday (hotel-to-hotel). Departs for 8 days (7 nights)
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  Walking holiday, Italy
 Sardinia :  Heart of Sardinia Walk

Deserted white beaches, stunning turquoise seas, lush river valleys Dazzling ochre cliffs, traditional white villages, pretty fishing ports Excellent **** hotels throughout, great regional cuisine Coastal paths, forest trails, ridge top vistas Local guide with air-conditioned minibus

2 boot guided walking holiday (twin centre). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 8 days (7 nights)
Accommodation: stylish/luxury, swimming opportunities. Good for: art/culture/history, flora & fauna.

  Walking holiday, Italy
 Sicily :  Highlights of Sicily Walk

Gentle walks full of contrasts, fully guided Greek theatres, Roman odeons, Byzantine tombs Exotic flora: strawberry trees, pomegranate, Chinese persimmon Mighty Mt Etna, Europe’s largest active volcano Coastal paths, vineyards trails, olive and almond groves

1 boot guided walking holiday (twin centre). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 8 days (7 nights)
Accommodation: friendly/quirky. Good for: art/culture/history, wine discoveries, local culture.

  Walking holiday, Italy
 Sicily :  Islands of Sicily Walk

Majestic coastal and mountain scenery; interest-packed routes; turquoise seas, coral-lined grottoes, unspoilt sandy beaches Mediaeval churches, ancient hill villages, preserved 2,500 year old temple at Segesta Exceptionally friendly, family-run hotels; swimming possibilities every day Exotic Mediterranean flora and fauna: Bonelli’s eagles, red kites, orange groves, olives and vines

2 boot independent walking holiday (hotel-to-hotel). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 8 days (7 nights)
Accommodation: friendly/quirky, swimming opportunities. Good for: art/culture/history, flora & fauna, birdwatching.

  Short break, Italy
 Sicily :  Santa Venerina Etna

Deserted white beaches, stunning turquoise seas Rocky inlets, jagged cliffs, spectacular coastal views Dazzling ochre cliffs and traditional white villages Stunning views: Mt Etna, vineyards and teh sea

  Cycling holiday, Italy
 Sicily :  Secrets of Sicily Cycling

Scenic pedalling in undiscovered western Sicily; coastal tracks, citrus scented trails, swaying vines, glistening salt pans Archaeological treasures, secluded coves, tranquil hamlets Characterful hotels, with pools; traditional cuisine Explore mediaeval Erice, Phoenician Mozia and Greek Segesta; possible day trips to the gorgeous Egadi Islands

2 bike cycling holiday (hotel-to-hotel). Departs spring, autumn for 9 days (8 nights)
Accommodation: friendly/quirky, swimming opportunities. Good for: art/culture/history, flora & fauna, birdwatching.

  Walking holiday, Italy
 The Bay of Naples :  Amalfi Coast Walk

The rich flavours of the Italian South: warm hospitality, vibrant colour, natural beauty, masses of historic interest Majestic coastal scenery; awe-inspiring views Stunning Pompeii - a classical city frozen in time Exotic Mediterranean flora: olives, lemons, almonds, oleander Lovely hotels with air conditioning and sea views

2 boot guided walking holiday (twin centre). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 8 days (7 nights)
Accommodation: mid range, swimming opportunities. Good for: art/culture/history, flora & fauna, local culture.

  Short break, Italy
 The Bay of Naples :  Capri

Deserted white beaches, stunning turquoise seas Rocky inlets, jagged cliffs, spectacular coastal views Dazzling ochre cliffs and traditional white villages Ideal location for independent exploring

  Short break, Italy
 The Bay of Naples :  Positano

Deserted white beaches, stunning turquoise seas Rocky inlets, jagged cliffs, spectacular coastal views Dazzling ochre cliffs and traditional white villages Excellent position overlooking the town and the sea

  Walking holiday, Italy
 The Bay of Naples :  Ravello to Sorrento Walk

Beautiful scenery: emerald seas, plunging gorges, lush vegetation, pastel-coloured villages Stay in Ravello, Positano and Sorrento; visit the enchanted isle of Capri and fascinating Pompeii Panoramic cliff trails through lemon groves and vine terraces Lots of swimming possibilities; optional boat trips Mouthwatering cuisine, tempting trattorie lunches

2 boot independent walking holiday (hotel-to-hotel). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 9 days (8 nights)
Accommodation: stylish/luxury. Good for: art/culture/history, flora & fauna, local culture.

  Walking holiday, Italy
 The Bay of Naples :  The Enchanted Isle of Capri

“Pearl of Naples” and most beautiful island in the Mediterranean Elegant **** hotel: swimming pool, semi-tropical gardens, stunning coastal views Kaleidoscope of secret turquoise bays, sea grottoes and secret pine-fringed coves Gentle, independent walking; traffic-free paths; optional day trips to Pompeii, Sorrento and Positano

1 boot independent walking holiday (single centre). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 8 days (7 nights)
Accommodation: stylish/luxury, swimming opportunities. Good for: art/culture/history, flora & fauna.

  Walking holiday, Italy
 The Dolomites :  Lakes and Mountains Walk

Outstanding walking country; great value for money holiday Dramatic ever changing landscapes: towering Dolomites, Alps, Lake Garda Fantastic wildlife: chamois, red deer, golden eagles Brilliant blue lakes, romantic peaks, beautiful forests Gothic fairytale castles, Renaissance palaces

3 boot guided walking holiday (single centre). Departs summer for 8 days (7 nights)
Accommodation: friendly/quirky. Good for: flora & fauna, birdwatching, local culture.

  Skiing holiday, Italy
 The Dolomites :  Winter Discovery in the Dolomites

Superb value: all meals, all equipment, no 'hidden extras'; friendly hotel with relaxed, informal house party atmosphere Fully guided programme: cross country skiing, snowshoeing, winter walks, evening events Breathtaking scenery: snow-capped fir trees, frozen waterfalls, towering Dolomites Gothic fairytale castles, Renaissance palaces

Independent skiing holiday. Departs winter for 8 days (7 nights)
Accommodation: mid range, friendly/quirky. Good for: local culture.

  Short break, Italy
 Tuscany :  Farneta

The essence of italy: classical landscapes, mediaeval towns, olives, sunflowers, vineyards Mouthwatering Tuscan cuisine, world-famous wines Renaissance, Etruscan, and Roman treasures Cosy and intimate **** converted villa

  Short break, Italy
 Tuscany :  Farneta

The essence of italy: classical landscapes, mediaeval towns, olives, sunflowers, vineyards Mouthwatering Tuscan cuisine, world-famous wines Renaissance, Etruscan, and Roman treasures Cosy and intimate **** converted villa

  Walking holiday, Italy
 Tuscany :  Gastronomic Walk in Tuscany

Untouched walking country: romantic hills, spectacular ridges, majestic Apennines Small and friendly hotel with pool, jacuzzi and sauna; utterly unspoiled village in beautiful countryside Truly outstanding cuisine using the very best seasonal produce Olive oil, wine tasting, cookery demonstrations included

2 boot guided walking holiday (single centre). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 8 days (7 nights)
Accommodation: friendly/quirky, gastronomic food, swimming opportunities. Good for: art/culture/history, flora & fauna, wine discoveries, local culture.

  Walking holiday, Italy
 Tuscany :  Highlights of Tuscany

Fully guided holiday: gentle walking and relaxed sightseeing Wonderful art cities: Florence, Siena, Lucca, San Gimignano Mountain and coastal walks; hillside rambles; the Cinque Terre and Apennines Mouthwatering Tuscan cuisine, world-famous wines Renaissance, Etruscan and Roman treasures

1 boot guided walking holiday (hotel-to-hotel). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 11 days (10 nights)
Accommodation: mid range. Good for: art/culture/history, wine discoveries.

  Short break, Italy
 Tuscany :  Molino del Piano

The essence of italy: classical landscapes, mediaeval towns, olives, sunflowers, vineyards Mouthwatering Tuscan cuisine, world-famous wines Renaissance, Etruscan, and Roman treasures Excellent location for independent exploring

  Short break, Italy
 Tuscany :  Palazzuolo

The essence of Italy: classic landscapes, mediaeval towns, olives, sunfloers, vineyards Mouthwatering Tuscan cuisine, world-famous wines Renaissance, Etruscan and Roman treasuers Set in the hills of the Alto Mugello in the shadow of the Appenines

  Walking holiday, Italy
 Tuscany :  Secret Tuscany Walk

Wonderful villa hotel with swimming pool, tennis and great cuisine Gentle, varied walking: woodland trails, coastal paths, deserted beaches, undiscovered islands Cypress trees, sunflowers, olive groves, vineyards - lots of wine tasting! Etruscan tombs, mediaeval towns, Roman roads Easy day trips to Pisa and Siena

1 boot independent walking holiday (single centre). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 8 days (7 nights)
Accommodation: stylish/luxury, friendly/quirky, swimming opportunities. Good for: art/culture/history, flora & fauna, wine discoveries, local culture.

  Cycling holiday, Italy
 Tuscany :  Secrets of Siena Cycling

Quiet country lanes & traffic-free strade bianche – ideal for relaxed cycling Swimming pools at 4 out of 5 hotels Great art cities of Perugia, Cortona and Siena; a wealth of antiquarian sites Enchanting Lake Trasimeno; scenery from 'The English Patient' Exquisite Tuscan cuisine; fantastic local wines

2 bike cycling holiday (hotel-to-hotel). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 11 days (10 nights)
Accommodation: mid range, swimming opportunities. Good for: art/culture/history, wine discoveries.

  Walking holiday, Italy
 Tuscany :  The Hills of Southern Tuscany

Classic Tuscan countryside; stunning unspoilt views Hilltop wine towns of Montepulciano and Pienza Friendly hotels, great local cuisine, swimming pools at all - and bathing in hot natural springs too Cypress trees, sunflowers and olive groves Lovely friendly people; excellent value-for-money holiday

2 boot independent walking holiday (hotel-to-hotel). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 9 days (8 nights)
Accommodation: mid range, swimming opportunities. Good for: art/culture/history, flora & fauna, wine discoveries, local culture.

  Short break, Italy
 Tuscany :  Villa Campestri

The essence of Italy: classic landscapes, mediaeval towns, olives, sunfloers, vineyards Mouthwatering Tuscan cuisine, world-famous wines Renaissance, Etruscan and Roman treasuers 18th century villa on the edge of the Florentine hills

  Walking holiday, Italy
 Tuscany :  Walking in the Florentine Hills

The essence of Tuscany: classic landscapes, mediaeval towns, olives, sunflowers, vineyards Superb hotels: a magnificent C18 villa, a country retreat, and a cosy mountain hunting lodge with stunning alpine views Beautiful swimming pools 6 nights out of 8 Exceptional value for money holiday Stay in Florence, arguably Italy’s most beautiful city

2 boot independent walking holiday (hotel-to-hotel). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 9 days (8 nights)
Accommodation: stylish/luxury, swimming opportunities. Good for: art/culture/history, flora & fauna, wine discoveries.

  Cycling holiday, Italy
 Umbria :  Perugia and Assisi Cycling

Gentle pedalling: olives, sunflowers, vineyards and apricot orchards Gorgeous summer climate, soft terracotta colours, sun-drenched landscapes Excellent hotels, swimming pools at all; great locla wines superb regional cuisine Hilltop villages and hamlets, each with its own hidden treasure; beautiful towns of Spoleto, Perugia and Assisi

2 bike cycling holiday (hotel-to-hotel). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 9 days (8 nights)
Accommodation: mid range, swimming opportunities. Good for: art/culture/history, flora & fauna, wine discoveries, local culture.

  Short break, Italy
 Umbria :  Spoleto

Italy's green heart, hardly touched by tourism Mediaeval towns and cities, hill villages Etruscan, Roman, Mediaeval and Renaissance architecture Excellent food - the very best of ancient Umbrian gastronomy

  Short break, Italy
 Umbria :  Spoleto

Italy's green heart, hardly touched by tourism Mediaeval towns and cities, hill villages Etruscan, Roman, Mediaeval and Renaissance architecture Excellent food - the very best of ancient Umbrian gastronomy

  Walking holiday, Italy
 Umbria :  Undiscovered Umbria Walk

Superb high level walking in Italy’s undiscovered “Green Heart”; limestone gorges, waterfalls and springs; snow-capped Apennines Mediaeval villages, magnificent Roman abbeys Lovely hotels and wonderfully friendly people Gastronomic cuisine: world-famous black truffles, great local wines, the finest olive oil in Italy Holm oak forests, golden eagles, blue gentians

Upper 2 boot independent walking holiday (hotel-to-hotel). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 9 days (8 nights)
Accommodation: friendly/quirky. Good for: art/culture/history, flora & fauna, birdwatching, local culture.

  Walking holiday, Italy
 Venetia :  Venetian Hills Walk

Untouched walking country: rolling hills, ancient forests, lots of shade Hotels full of character; lovely friendly people; superb value-for-money holiday Amazing array of colourful wild flowers: heather, poppies, wild orchids and Mediterranean maquis Venetian villas, churches and monasteries; splendours of Venice, Vicenza, Padua and Este

2 boot independent walking holiday (hotel-to-hotel). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 9 days (8 nights)
Accommodation: mid range, friendly/quirky. Good for: art/culture/history, wine discoveries.

  Cycling holiday, Italy
 Venetia :  Villas and Vineyards Cycling

Flat, easy cycling off the tourist trail – a great choice for first timers! Cherry orchards, vineyards, picturesque villages Characterful, friendly hotels, great Venetian home cooking – dozens of wines to try! Mediaeval castles, Palladian villas, Roman roads Venice, Verona, Padua and Vicenza all within “rest day” reach

1 bike cycling holiday (hotel-to-hotel). Departs spring, summer, autumn for 9 days (8 nights)
Accommodation: friendly/quirky. Good for: art/culture/history, wine discoveries.

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