THE MOST COMPLETE COUNTRY IN EUROPE
Luxury Italy Holidays from the UK
~2½ hrs
DIRECT FROM LONDON
Cities, Coast
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Why Italy
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The Most Complete Country in Europe
Italy is the most complete country in Europe — Rome's ancient grandeur, the canals of Venice, the art of Florence, the cliffs of the Amalfi Coast, the lakes, the rolling vineyards of Tuscany, and the food that shaped how the world eats. Few places reward a return visit, and a third, so richly.
At HighStreet Holidays we don't simply book Italy — we shape the route: cities and coast, the lakes or Tuscany, a multi-centre journey by fast train, with the hotels and transfers handled.
With access to a carefully vetted portfolio, from Amalfi clifftop hotels to Florentine palazzo stays, we build an Italy trip that goes beyond the obvious to the heart of the dolce vita.
Italy is inexhaustible — Rome, Venice, Florence, the Amalfi Coast, Tuscany, the lakes. Most people come back for the half they didn't have time to see.
Signature Experiences
Moments That Linger
Italy rewards the traveller who pairs its cities with its coast and countryside. These are the experiences our clients come home remembering.
Rome
The Colosseum, the Vatican, the fountains and the food — the Eternal City layers three thousand years of history into one unforgettable stay.
Venice
The canals, St Mark's, the gondolas and the light on the lagoon — there is nowhere else like it, and it rewards an unhurried stay beyond the day-trippers.
Florence & Tuscany
The art of Florence and the rolling vineyards, hill towns and cypress avenues of Tuscany — Renaissance cities and wine country in one.
The Amalfi Coast
Positano, Ravello and the cliffside drama of the most beautiful coast in Europe — clifftop hotels, lemon groves and the blue of the Tyrrhenian.
The Italian Lakes
Como, Garda and Maggiore — grand villas, gardens and mountain backdrops, the romantic, elegant heart of northern Italy.
Food & Wine
From Bologna's tables to Barolo's vineyards and Sicily's markets — Italy's regional cuisine is reason enough to keep coming back.
Recommended Packages
Curated for Every Occasion
Every package includes return flights from your nearest UK airport (lowest fares ex-London), private transfers, daily breakfast and selected experiences — tailored by your specialist.
Most Popular
7 Nights
Italy Classic Triangle
- Rome arrival (FCO) - chauffeured private transfer (~45 min)
- 3 nights Hotel de Russie Rome (Rocco Forte, Piazza del Popolo)
- 2 nights Hotel Lungarno Florence (Ferragamo family hotel, Arno view)
- 2 nights Castello del Nero Tuscany (Belmond Castello di Reschio sister property)
- Bed & breakfast | private transfers between cities | private Vatican Museums tour
- Return flights from London airports
Signature Journey
7 Nights
Italy Premium Triangle
- Rome arrival - chauffeured private transfer to Hotel Eden
- 3 nights Hotel Eden Rome (Dorchester Collection, Spanish Steps)
- 2 nights Four Seasons Hotel Firenze (Renaissance palazzo, private garden)
- 2 nights Belmond Castello di Reschio Tuscany (medieval castle estate)
- Half board | private guides at all three cities | Renaissance art masterclass
- Return flights from London airports
Ultra Luxury
7 Nights
Aman Venice & Le Sirenuse Positano
- Venice arrival (VCE) - private water taxi to Aman Venice
- 3 nights Aman Venice (Palazzo Papadopoli, Grand Canal)
- 4 nights Le Sirenuse Positano (clifftop Amalfi Coast icon)
- Half board | private water taxi transfers | private gondola Grand Canal tour
- Sailing yacht day on Amalfi Coast with chef-prepared lunch
- Return flights from London airports, premium cabin upgrade available
Looking for something different? Enquire below or call us on 020 3322 7866 and we'll curate a Italy journey around you.
Best Time to Visit
When to Go
SPRING
April to June
Warm, clear and uncrowded — the loveliest time for the cities, Tuscany and the coast, with everything in bloom and before the summer heat and crowds.
AUTUMN
September to October
Warm seas, the grape harvest and golden light — arguably the best all-round season, with the Amalfi Coast still warm and the cities comfortable.
SUMMER
July to August
Hot and busy, with peak prices — best for the coast, the lakes and the islands; the cities can be sweltering and crowded.
WINTER
November to March
Quiet, atmospheric cities, the festive season, and skiing in the Dolomites — a different, uncrowded Italy, with the coast largely closed.
Sample Itinerary
A 7-Night Italy Journey (Rome, Tuscany & Amalfi)
Every itinerary we create is bespoke — this is simply one way a perfect trip unfolds.
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DAYS 1-2 — ARRIVAL
Rome
Your direct flight reaches Rome in around 2.5 hours. The Colosseum, the Vatican and the fountains, with two nights in the Eternal City.
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DAYS 3-4 — TUSCANY
Florence & the Vines
A fast train to Florence — its art and squares, and a day in the Tuscan wine country among the hill towns and vineyards.
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DAYS 5-6 — THE COAST
The Amalfi Coast
South to the Amalfi Coast — Positano and Ravello, clifftop hotels, lemon groves and the blue of the sea.
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DAY 7 — A FINAL DAY
Coast or Capri
A final day on the coast or a boat to Capri, the perfect close before the journey home.
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DAY 8 — DEPARTURE
Homeward
Your flight home from Naples — or extend to Venice or the lakes.
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Getting There
- Direct flights from London — around 2.5 hours to Rome, Milan and Venice (British Airways, ITA Airways, easyJet)
- Direct flights also from many regional UK airports
- Fast trains link the cities
- Italy is 1 hour ahead of the UK
Entry Requirements
- UK passport holders: visa-free under the Schengen 90/180-day rule (up to 90 days in any 180-day period, counted across all Schengen countries)
- The EU's Entry/Exit System (EES) is now in operation — on your first entry you give a facial image and fingerprints at the border, rather than a passport stamp
- ETIAS, a travel authorisation (not a visa), is expected in late 2026 and is not yet required
- Passport valid at least 3 months beyond your departure
Health & Safety
- No vaccinations are legally required for entry from the UK
- A UK GHIC gives access to state-provided healthcare in EU countries — carry it, but it is not a substitute for travel insurance
- Comprehensive travel insurance is essential
Currency & Local Notes
- The currency is the Euro (EUR); cards and contactless are widely accepted
- Tap water is safe
- A service charge (coperto) is common; tipping is modest
- Dress respectfully to enter churches