Exploring Italy: Enchanting Itineraries from CIE Tours in 2025

Explore Italy in 2025 with CIE Tours

5 unique itineraries offering history, culture, cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes.

Italy beckons travelers with its intoxicating blend of history, culture, cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes. For 2025, CIE Tours offers five distinct ways to experience the magic of Italy: four expertly crafted group tours and a customizable private driver option.   

And all their guided tours include the All-In Inclusive Advantage, which ensures exceptional value and a carefree travel experience with no hidden costs. Everything listed on the itinerary – all attractions and many meals – is included in one up-front price.  

The Classic Italian Experience  

The 7-day Taste of Italy tour provides an ideal introduction to Italy's most beloved cities. Starting in Venice and ending in Rome, this perfectly paced itinerary connects travelers with the essence of Italian culture. The journey begins with Venice's romantic canals and includes a visit to Murano's legendary glass artisans. In Florence, travelers encounter Renaissance masterpieces, including Michelangelo's David, before continuing to Rome for experiences at the Colosseum and Vatican Museums. A stop in the hill town of Orvieto adds a taste of Italian wine country to this classic itinerary.  

Extended Italian Journey  

For those seeking a more comprehensive experience, the 10-day Taste of Italy with Sorrento builds upon the classic tour by adding the stunning Amalfi Coast. After experiencing the cultural riches of Venice, Florence, and Rome, travelers continue south to explore the ancient ruins of Pompeii before settling into Sorrento. The tour's coastal finale includes visits to the Isle of Capri and the chicly beautiful town of Positano, offering the perfect blend of history, culture, and seaside charm.  

Tuscan Immersion  

The Tuscan Treasures with Cinque Terre tour takes a different approach, using the historic spa town of Montecatini Terme as a base for eight days of exploration. This itinerary allows travelers to unpack once, then take carefully planned day trips to discover Tuscany's medieval gems and the colorful villages of Cinque Terre. Visitors will see classics like the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Florence's Duomo, but they'll also join a truffle hunt with a local expert and his dog in San Miniato. The itinerary includes visits to renowned wineries, including dinner at Castello di Verrazzano, and a full day exploring the five picturesque villages of Cinque Terre along the Italian Riviera.  

Sicilian Discovery  

The 8-day Classic Sicily tour invites travelers to discover an island where history spans millennia and cultures blend seamlessly. Beginning and ending in Palermo, this circular route showcases Sicily's most captivating destinations, from ancient Greek temples to Mount Etna's volcanic landscapes. Highlights include the seaside charm of Taormina, the Valley of the Temples, and visits to locations made famous by "The Godfather." Culinary experiences abound, with cooking demonstrations and tastings at prestigious wineries like Cantine Pellegrino in Marsala.  

Private Driver Experience  

For those seeking ultimate flexibility, CIE Tours' private driver option allows travelers to customize any of these itineraries to their preferences. Travel at your own pace with private drivers between destinations and specialized local guides chosen based on your interests. This exclusive service lets you spend extra time at favorite locations, add specific sites to your journey, or adjust the schedule to accommodate special interests while maintaining the high standards and local expertise that CIE Tours is known for.  

Making Your Choice  

Each tour option offers unique advantages, guided by CIE Tours' expert tour directors who are carefully selected for their knowledge, engaging personalities, and genuine passion for sharing Italy's treasures. All experiences include comfortable accommodations in well-located hotels and a thoughtful mix of included meals and free time for independent exploration. The All-In Inclusive Advantage on guided vacations means that you can relax knowing that everything on your itinerary - all attraction admissions, local tours, and listed meals - are included in your upfront price.  

Whether you're drawn to the art cities of the north, the coastal beauty of the south, the treasures of Tuscany, or the unique character of Sicily – and whether you prefer the camaraderie of a group tour or the flexibility and customization of a private driver – CIE Tours has crafted Italian experiences that create genuine connections with the land, people, and traditions of this timeless destination.