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A group of fellow travellers from all over the world who made the same excellent decision you did to book a Costsaver tour. As well as your tour companions you will also have your dedicated Driver and Travel Director with you 24/7.

What does the Costsaver crew do?

“What don’t they do?” might be an easier question to answer. Our Travel Directors eat, sleep and breath their destinations so you’ll enjoy a host of insider tips and local secrets. Friendly and passionate, they’ll make sure you’re clued up and comfortable from start to finish. They handle the logistics for you on the road, like hotel check-ins, entry tickets to attractions and all bookings and payments for any Choice Experiences you want to do. But that’s not all. Looking for tips on how to spend your free time? Your Travel Director will be there with recommendations and directions. Want to know the story behind that landmark? Chances are your Travel Director will know. Wondering where an ATM is? You guessed it, ask your Travel Director. You’ll also be joined by a dedicated Driver from the start to the end of your tour. Your Driver will get you around in comfort and style on your private, air-conditioned coach. With years of experience behind the wheel, our experienced drivers get you from A to B with no SOS in sight. So you can put the map down, put your feet up, and enjoy the ride.

How do I book and pay for the Choice Experiences?

Your Travel Director will handle all of the bookings and payments for any of the Choice Experiences you wish to do while you are on the road. This means you’re not locked into anything before your trip, giving you the ultimate flexibility to decide what you feel like doing (and what you want to pay for!) based on what you’re in the mood for then and there.

Why aren’t the add-ons included in the cost of the trip up front?

Costsaver tours have been designed this way to give you a tour with the ultimate flexibility on how you spend both your time and money on your trip. By including only the essentials in the cost, we let you decide what you want to do and where you want your travel experiences budget to go. It’s all the ease of a tour with all the flexibility of DIY travel.

Do I get any free time?

We know that some tours treat “free time” like a dirty word, but at Costsaver we LOVE free time, in fact it’s kind of our whole thing. Our tours are specifically designed to provide maximum free time for you to spend how you choose. With the travel essentials taken care of, what you do in destination is up to you. You can opt into any of the incredible Choice Experiences available in most of the destinations on your tour, but you can also opt-out and do your own thing, whether that’s checking out something else you have on your bucket list, exploring on your own, or simply chilling out in bed with a movie. That’s the beauty of the Costsaver unpackaged tour design.

Can I book as a solo single traveller?

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Splendours of Italy

13-Day Italy Tour from Rome to Venice, Italian Lakes, Pisa and Florence

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Ruins

Inside The Roman Forum

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Urban

Rome's Piazzas and Fountains

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Food & Wine

Roman Delights with Dinner

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Nature

Amalfi Coast and Positano

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Ruins

Discover Pompeii

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Food & Wine

Sorrento Countryside and Farmhouse Meal

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Urban

Gondolas & the Grand Canal

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Urban

Venice's Secrets

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Food & Wine

Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks

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Culture

Milan and Lake Como's Scenic Shores

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Food & Wine

Traditional Tuscan Countryside Dinner and Wine

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Art

Michelangelo's 'David' & Accademia

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History

Discover Palazzo Vecchio

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Countryside

Visit to San Gimignano

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Food & Wine

Arrivederci Roma Dinner

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Ruins

Optional Add-On

Inside The Roman Forum

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Urban

Optional Add-On

Rome's Piazzas and Fountains

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Food & Wine

Optional Add-On

Roman Delights with Dinner

CHOOSE

Nature

Optional Add-On

Amalfi Coast and Positano

CHOOSE

Ruins

Optional Add-On

Discover Pompeii

CHOOSE

Food & Wine

Optional Add-On

Sorrento Countryside and Farmhouse Meal

CHOOSE

Urban

Optional Add-On

Gondolas & the Grand Canal

CHOOSE

Urban

Optional Add-On

Venice's Secrets

CHOOSE

Food & Wine

Optional Add-On

Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks

CHOOSE

Culture

Optional Add-On

Milan and Lake Como's Scenic Shores

CHOOSE

Food & Wine

Optional Add-On

Traditional Tuscan Countryside Dinner and Wine

CHOOSE

Art

Optional Add-On

Michelangelo's 'David' & Accademia

CHOOSE

History

Optional Add-On

Discover Palazzo Vecchio

CHOOSE

Countryside

Optional Add-On

Visit to San Gimignano

CHOOSE

Food & Wine

Optional Add-On

Arrivederci Roma Dinner

CHOOSE

Ruins

Inside The Roman Forum

CHOOSE

Urban

Rome's Piazzas and Fountains

CHOOSE

Food & Wine

Roman Delights with Dinner

CHOOSE

Nature

Amalfi Coast and Positano

CHOOSE

Ruins

Discover Pompeii

CHOOSE

Food & Wine

Sorrento Countryside and Farmhouse Meal

CHOOSE

Urban

Gondolas & the Grand Canal

CHOOSE

Urban

Venice's Secrets

CHOOSE

Food & Wine

Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks

CHOOSE

Culture

Milan and Lake Como's Scenic Shores

CHOOSE

Food & Wine

Traditional Tuscan Countryside Dinner and Wine

CHOOSE

Art

Michelangelo's 'David' & Accademia

CHOOSE

History

Discover Palazzo Vecchio

CHOOSE

Countryside

Visit to San Gimignano

CHOOSE

Food & Wine

Arrivederci Roma Dinner

Top Rated

4.6

814 Reviews

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13 Days, 3 Countries, 12 Cities

Meals

12 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners

Accommodation

12 Nights

Tailor Your Trip

15 Choice Experiences

A Love Letter to Italy

Discover the splendour of 'la bella Italia' on this 13-day journey through charming countrysides, picturesque towns, and vibrant cities. Explore the ancient history of Rome, the tranquil beauty of the Italian Lakes, and the artistic brilliance of Florence. Find quiet inspiration in Assisi, soak up the sun along the Bay of Naples, and discover why Italy’s allure is truly unmatched.

Close view of ancient columns and stone structure in Rome, Italy

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We know that when you travel, different people enjoy different things. That’s why we take care of all your travel essentials, while you tailor the rest.

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Comfortable Transport

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Professional Driver

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All the Big Sights

Close view of a stone bridge and riverside buildings in Rome, Italy

Tailored

By You

Experiences to Tailor Your Tour

Incredible on-trip experiences you can choose to opt into based on your interests and budget. Expertly designed by our team, they get you to the heart of a destination, supercharging your tour beyond the main must-sees.

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Day By Day Itinerary

13-day itinerary from Rome to Rome visiting 3 Countries and 12 Cities.

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Included Sightseeing

Assisi

Orientation tour and views of the Basilica of St. Francis

Florence

Sightseeing with a Local Guide with views of the Cathedral and Ponte Vecchio

Italian Lakes

Enjoy a free day

Lugano

Visit this magnificent resort

Pisa

See the Leaning Tower

Rome

See St. Peter's Basilica and see the ancient sites with your Local Guide

Siena

Visit the medieval city and see the Piazza del Campo famous for the Palio horse race

Sorrento

Visit this popular resort

Venice

Cruise to St. Mark's Square and visit a glassblowing workshop

Verona

View the Roman Arena

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It feels good to do good. These sustainable travel experiences help you meet inspiring people, support local communities, and make amazing memories that last a lifetime.

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LIVE, UNEDITED & INDEPENDENT REVIEWS

Hear what past travellers have to say about their Costsaver experience.

Splendours of Italy trip reviews

Overall Trip Rating

4.6/

independently verified reviews

829 of reviewers would recommend to a friend.

"Splendours of Italy - 11/10"

Fiona & Simon McCredie

5/5

Travelled on 11/11/2025 16:49:54

We thoroughly enjoyed our recent tour in Italy with the expertise guide of *Personal information

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"Loved Italy"

Trusted Customer

5/5

Travelled on 11/11/2025 07:53:33

Tell people that sometimes in the church you have to buy tickets before you go. Don’t take a black

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"Extremely knowledgable and caring staff. Great summary of Italy."

Trusted Customer

5/5

Travelled on 11/10/2025 10:35:57

*Personal information removed by Feefo* was an incredible tour guide during our two week tour. She

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"Heartfelt Thanks for a Wonderful Splendours of Italy Tour"

Jayden Good

5/5

Travelled on 11/10/2025 10:33:23

Dear Costsaver Team, I recently returned from your Splendours of Italy tour and wanted to express

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"Excellent!"

Trusted Customer

5/5

Travelled on 11/07/2025 12:21:58

It was fantastic! It was wonderful

"Busy but rewarding"

Mark Hayes

4/5

Travelled on 11/07/2025 10:28:25

You get to see a lot, the days are busy but rewarding

"Great Team, High Tempo"

Dan B

5/5

Travelled on 11/04/2025 09:41:54

*Personal information removed by Feefo* and *Personal information removed by Feefo* were a

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"Splendours of Italy"

Trusted Customer

4.5/5

Travelled on 11/03/2025 15:54:44

Superb travel leader, *Personal information removed by Feefo*. Brilliant diver, *Personal

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"saw a lot of places"

Trusted Customer

4.5/5

Travelled on 11/03/2025 11:42:37

fully packed tour with lots to do quite good and great experience with the medi-evil towns

"Dream Vacation at a Fraction of the Normal Cost"

Sherri Roberts

4.5/5

Travelled on 11/03/2025 11:36:45

This is absolutely the most cost-effective way to tour the most of Italy possible! My husband and I

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