Italy Escorted Tours & Holidays
Italy Escorted Tours – Discover Italy with Hessle Travel

Dreaming of exploring Italy? From the ancient streets of Rome and the Renaissance treasures of Florence to the beautiful Italian Lakes, Tuscany, the Amalfi Coast, Sicily and Puglia, an escorted tour of Italy is a wonderful way to discover this incredible country.
At Hessle Travel, we can arrange a wide choice of Italy escorted tours and guided holidays with some of the UK's leading tour operators, including Titan Travel, Newmarket Holidays, Riviera Travel and Mercury Holidays.
Whether you're looking for the Italian Lakes, Tuscany and Florence, Rome, Venice, the Amalfi Coast, Puglia, Sicily, Sardinia or a Grand Tour of Italy, we'll help you find an itinerary that suits you.
Before you book your Italy tour direct, give Hessle Travel a call. We can check the holiday you're interested in and see what price we can offer.
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Why Choose an Escorted Tour of Italy?
Italy is packed with famous cities, historic sights, beautiful landscapes and fascinating regions. An escorted tour makes it possible to experience more of the country without having to organise all the transport, accommodation and sightseeing yourself.
- Carefully planned itineraries covering Italy's major highlights
- Experienced tour managers and local guides
- Hotels, transfers and sightseeing arranged for you
- Included excursions and visits on many tours
- The opportunity to visit several Italian destinations in one holiday
- Plenty of choice from short breaks to longer touring holidays
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Explore Italy Escorted Tours from Leading Tour Operators
We work with leading UK tour operators offering a wide range of escorted holidays to Italy. Explore their current Italy tours below, then contact Hessle Travel before booking direct and let us check the price for you.
Newmarket Holidays – Italy Tours
Mercury Holidays – Italy Escorted Tours

Rome – Ancient History & Italian Culture
No Italy tour would be complete without experiencing Rome. Explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Pantheon and Vatican City, stroll through atmospheric piazzas and discover thousands of years of history around almost every corner.
Escorted Italy holidays can include Rome as part of a wider Italian itinerary, allowing you to combine the capital with Florence, Tuscany, Venice, the Amalfi Coast or other regions.
Florence & Tuscany – The Heart of Renaissance Italy
Discover the beautiful city of Florence, home to Renaissance masterpieces, the famous Duomo and spectacular architecture. Then venture into the Tuscan countryside with its rolling hills, vineyards, olive groves and historic hilltop towns.
Italy escorted tours can also include Siena, Pisa, Lucca and San Gimignano, giving you the opportunity to experience some of the most beautiful parts of Tuscany.
Venice – Canals, Culture & Romance
Experience the unique city of Venice, with its famous canals, bridges, palaces and Piazza San Marco. Venice can be visited as part of a dedicated escorted holiday or combined with other destinations in Northern Italy.
Tours can also combine Venice with Verona, Lake Garda and the dramatic Dolomites, creating a fantastic Northern Italy itinerary.
The Italian Lakes – Lake Como, Lake Garda & Lake Maggiore
The Italian Lakes are perfect for an escorted holiday combining beautiful scenery with elegant towns and villages. Explore the shores of Lake Como, Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore, with spectacular mountain scenery, gardens, villas and lakeside resorts.
Depending on your chosen itinerary, you could visit places such as Bellagio, Verona, Stresa and Como, with opportunities for boat trips and excursions.
The Amalfi Coast, Sorrento & Capri
One of Italy's most spectacular destinations, the Amalfi Coast is famous for dramatic cliffs, colourful villages and beautiful Mediterranean views.
Escorted tours can combine the Amalfi Coast with Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi, Capri, Naples, Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius, creating an unforgettable tour of southern Italy.
Pompeii, Naples & Mount Vesuvius

Step back in time at the extraordinary ruins of Pompeii, preserved beneath volcanic ash following the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Combine this with Naples, the Amalfi Coast and the beautiful island of Capri.
This is an excellent option for travellers looking for an escorted holiday combining history, scenery, culture and Italian food.
Puglia – Discover Southern Italy
Explore the distinctive region of Puglia in the heel of Italy. Discover whitewashed towns, olive groves, beautiful coastline and some of southern Italy's most fascinating historic towns.
Highlights can include Alberobello and its famous trulli houses, Ostuni, Lecce, Bari and Matera, depending on your chosen escorted tour.
Sicily – History, Volcanoes & Mediterranean Scenery
Discover Sicily's fascinating mixture of ancient history, dramatic landscapes, Mediterranean coastline and excellent food. Escorted Sicily tours can explore the island's historic cities, archaeological sites and spectacular scenery.
Highlights can include Palermo, Taormina, Mount Etna, Syracuse, Agrigento and Catania, depending on your itinerary.
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Sardinia & Corsica
For something a little different, discover Sardinia and the beautiful Mediterranean landscapes of the island. Some escorted itineraries also combine Sardinia with neighbouring Corsica, offering a fascinating twin-island holiday.
Explore historic towns, beautiful coastlines and hidden corners of the islands while leaving the organisation and logistics to your tour operator.
Umbria – The Heart of Italy
Often described as Italy's green heart, Umbria offers rolling countryside, medieval towns, historic churches and beautiful landscapes away from some of the busier tourist centres.
An escorted tour of Umbria can be a great choice for travellers looking for Italian history, culture, scenery and food in a more relaxed setting.
The Dolomites & Northern Italy
The spectacular Italian Dolomites provide a dramatic backdrop to Northern Italy. Escorted tours can combine the mountains with destinations such as Bolzano, Trento, Lake Garda, Verona and Venice.
These tours are ideal for travellers who enjoy spectacular scenery, mountain landscapes, historic towns and scenic journeys.
Grand Tours of Italy
Want to see as much of Italy as possible? A Grand Tour of Italy can take you through several regions and cities in one incredible holiday.
Depending on the itinerary, you could travel from Venice through Tuscany and Florence to Rome, Naples, Pompeii and Sicily, experiencing a huge variety of Italian landscapes, history and culture along the way.
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Popular Italy Escorted Tour Destinations
- Rome
- Florence
- Venice
- Tuscany
- Italian Lakes
- Lake Como
- Lake Garda
- Lake Maggiore
- Amalfi Coast
- Sorrento
- Capri
- Pompeii
- Puglia
- Sicily
- Taormina
- Mount Etna
- Sardinia
- Umbria
- Italian Dolomites
- Verona
Italy Tours for Food, Wine & Culture
Italy is famous throughout the world for its food and wine, and many escorted tours provide opportunities to experience local specialities along the way.
Depending on your tour, you may experience Tuscan wine, Italian pasta, regional cheeses, fresh mozzarella, olive oil, traditional desserts and local cuisine while discovering the history and scenery of each region.
Italy Escorted Tours with Flights Included
Many escorted Italy holidays include return flights, accommodation, transfers, excursions and the services of a tour manager. The exact inclusions vary depending on the tour operator and itinerary.
We can help you compare different Italy tours so you can choose the itinerary, dates, departure airport and holiday style that suits you.
Why Book Your Italy Tour with Hessle Travel?
You don't have to spend hours comparing different Italy tours yourself. Tell us where you'd like to go and we'll help you explore the available options.
- Access to leading escorted tour operators
- A wide choice of Italy destinations and itineraries
- Help comparing tour dates and prices
- Advice on choosing the right Italy itinerary
- A local travel agent you can speak to directly
- The opportunity to check our price before booking direct
Found the Italy Tour You Want?
Whether you've found an Italy escorted tour online or you're still deciding between Tuscany, the Italian Lakes, the Amalfi Coast, Sicily or another part of Italy, talk to Hessle Travel before you book.
Send us the details of the tour you're interested in, or simply tell us where you'd like to go. We'll check the available options and see what price we can offer.
On selected Italy holidays, we may be able to offer discounted prices or better value than booking direct, depending on the operator, dates and availability.
Or call Hessle Travel on 01482 641064 and speak to us about your Italy escorted holiday.
Don't Book Your Italy Tour Until You've Checked Our Price
Found an Italy tour you love? Before you click the booking button, take a moment to speak to Hessle Travel.
Call us on 01482 641064 or contact us online and let us check the price for you. We can look at your chosen itinerary and help you make sure you're getting the right holiday at the right price.
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