The luxury independent
guide to Italy

The Ultimate Guide for the Independent Traveller

Italy, a land of captivating history, breathtaking landscapes, and world-renowned cuisine, offers an endless array of experiences across its iconic cities. From Rome’s ancient ruins to Florence’s Renaissance masterpieces, Venice’s romantic canals, and Milan’s vibrant fashion scene, Italy holds an irresistible charm. This guide invites you to uncover Italy’s rich history and hidden gems, while offering insider tips on avoiding the crowds at the most popular sites.

Our Italy guide features carefully selected destinations, luxurious hotels, and exceptional dining recommendations, providing all the details you need for an extraordinary journey. The daily itinerary offers flexibility, allowing you to travel at your own pace with confidence. Every section is crafted to enhance your journey, leading you through each city’s highlights while unveiling lesser-known sights that truly define Italy’s unique character.

Perfect for independent travellers, our guide provides meticulously curated day-by-day plans, with options to follow or tailor recommendations to your preferences. Available online and in an exquisite print edition, each guide enables you to book hotels and arrange travel with ease and at the best prices.

Each Amazing Wonders journey is uniquely designed and extensively tested to enrich your travel experience. Our plans take you beyond typical tourist routes, immersing you in Italy’s most remarkable sites for a journey you’ll never forget.

Your Perfect Twelve-Day Itinerary

Guide Yourself Through Italy’s Most Enchanting Cities

Our immersive itinerary allows you to experience Italy’s iconic cities at your own pace, uncovering hidden gems and lesser-known areas within Rome, Florence, Venice, and Milan. From the grandeur of ancient Rome to the intimate, canal-lined islands of Venice, Italy’s cities are a journey through history, art, and vibrant local culture. Explore cobbled lanes, Gothic palaces, Renaissance art, and indulge in authentic Italian cuisine at charming neighbourhood trattorias.

Our guides are designed with a detailed day-by-day format to elevate your experience at each location, revealing Italy’s remarkable landmarks and hidden corners ‘off the beaten track’. With carefully curated hotel recommendations and thoughtfully paced itineraries, you can relax and savour Italy’s wonders while avoiding the crowds. Easily book your accommodations and daily plans online for a seamless, enriching Italian adventure.

Avoid the Crowds

Our Guide Shows the Best Times to Visit

When planning your journey through Italy, consider both the weather and crowd levels for the most enjoyable experience. Italy’s four-season Mediterranean climate means each city offers something unique year-round, but peak summer months can bring both intense heat and high tourism. With our guide’s insider tips, you’ll discover the best times to explore each destination, finding moments of calm at Italy’s most popular sights. We recommend avoiding July and August, when crowds and temperatures soar, opting instead for spring or autumn for a more relaxed and comfortable visit.

Amazing Sights & unforgettable memories

Discover Italy

Our comprehensive guide to Italy takes you on an unforgettable journey through Rome, Florence, Venice, and Milan. From choosing the perfect hotels and restaurants to curating enriching daily activities, this guide ensures a seamless and memorable experience.

Our meticulously crafted itineraries take you beyond the usual tourist paths, unveiling Italy in fresh, inspiring ways. Only the most remarkable sites are selected, ensuring each stop along the way is truly extraordinary. Perfect for independent travellers, our luxury guides are organised day-by-day, offering the flexibility to follow or customise recommendations to suit your preferences. Easily accessible online, each guide is filled with resources to book accommodations and make travel arrangements at the best rates available.

Featured Restaurants

Delightful Dining, Quality Cuisine, and Ambience

We’ve handpicked a selection of exceptional restaurants where you can enjoy Italy’s renowned cuisine alongside locals, avoiding the usual tourist crowds. Three of our featured dining spots are nestled in charming, lesser-known areas on the quieter sides of these Italian cities, offering you the chance to explore picturesque, canal-side lanes and atmospheric streets. Each location promises not only superb food but an authentic Italian experience that adds unforgettable flavour to your journey.

Featured Hotels

Our Reviews of Exceptional Hotels in Italy

With millions of tourists visiting Italy’s iconic cities each year, demand for quality accommodations remains high, leading to increased rates and often overcrowded establishments. To ensure a comfortable and memorable stay, we have carefully selected four standout hotels in each city, covering a range of price points while maintaining high standards and excellent value. Whether you seek luxury or a cosy boutique experience, our recommendations promise quality and convenience, allowing you to enjoy Italy’s most captivating cities at their best.

Never get lost in Italy

interactive map of your journey

Exploring Italy’s winding streets and hidden gems is a thrilling adventure, but navigating unfamiliar cities can sometimes be challenging. To stay on track and easily find your way, use the Amazing Wonders mapping pins with the Google Maps app on your smartphone or tablet. Simply download your maps over Wi-Fi before travelling, so you can navigate offline without needing data. With built-in GPS, you’ll easily explore Italy’s iconic sites and charming neighbourhoods. Plus, our tips for avoiding crowds ensure a more enjoyable and relaxed experience in every city.

Explore Italy In A Whole New Way

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Our Italy travel guide is thoughtfully crafted in a comprehensive day-by-day format, designed to enhance your journey through Italy’s most extraordinary destinations while guiding you to hidden treasures off the beaten path. Each guide offers curated hotel recommendations and meticulously planned itineraries, allowing you to book with ease and enjoy a more relaxed, crowd-free experience. Embark on a unique Italian adventure and discover unforgettable places with Amazing Wonders.