italy
upcoming tours
Academy Travel began by offering small-group cultural tours to Italy, and these remain a cornerstone of our operations.
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Abruzzo, Puglia & Matera
Mysteries of the Mezzogiorno
| 16 day tour |
Discover the spectacular mountains of the less-visited Abruzzo region and uncover the many layers of picturesque Puglia.
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Campania To Calabria
Natural Beauty & History in Southern Italy
| 17 day tour |
Discover the coastal beauty, rugged hinterland, archaeological gems and rich culture of Southern Italy.
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Cities of the River Po
Turin to Ferrara
| 18 day tour |
Discover how the river and its tributaries have shaped the history, culture and gastronomy of the region.
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Florence, Siena & Lucca
Festive Tuscany
| 12 day tour |
Admire the great cities of Tuscany and discover their cultural developments when the streets are at their most charming.
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Florence & Tuscany
A Cultural Journey
| 16 day tour |
Admire the great cities of Tuscany and take the time to fully understand the cultural developments that flowered in them.
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Hidden Gems of Italy
Exploring the Central North
| 19 day tour |
Tour the lesser-known cultural centres of northern Italy, home to some of Europe’s most extraordinary art and architecture.
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Lombardy & the Veneto
From Milan to Venice
| 17 day tour |
Enjoy the sophisticated combination of art, design and nature in Italy’s north, from elegant villas to stunning alpine scenery.
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Malta, Sardinia & Corsica
Islands of the Mediterranean
| 19 day tour |
Discover the diverse histories of each island, from their ancient sites through to their rich contemporary cultures.
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Pompeii, Capri & the Bay of Naples
Ancient Sites, Chic Islands & Picturesque Towns
| 14 day tour |
Experience the dramatic coastlines, vibrant culture and world-renowned ancient ruins of this extraordinary region.
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Puglia to Pompeii
Classical Southern Italy
| 16 day tour |
Take the road less travelled through southern Italy – brimming with ancient and medieval sites and outstanding scenery.
Oct 24 - Nov 8, 2024 | Places Available >
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Renaissance Revisited
Venice, Padua, Modena, Florence & Milan
| 17 day tour |
Designed for members of the Royal Society of NSW, encounter the artists and patrons who defined the Renaissance.
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Rome
The Eternal City
| 15 day tour |
Take an indepth look at Rome’s history, art and architecture, stretching from the Etruscan civilization to the 21st century.
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Sicily & the Aeolian Islands
Jewels of the Mediterranean
| 17 day tour |
From Greek temples to medieval mosaics, discover more than 3,000 years of Mediterranean civilisation.
October 4-20, 2024 | Waitlist >
Mar 21 - Apr 6, 2025 | Limited Places >
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The Heart of Italy
Etruscans, Romans & The Renaissance
| 13 day tour |
Journey through Central Italy, revealing the fascinating layers of history from the enigmatic Etruscans to the Renaissance.
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Trasimeno Music Festival
Music & Landscapes in Umbria
| 14 day tour |
Enjoy the 20th edition of the classical Trasimeno Music Festival in the heart of Italy, created by pianist Angela Hewitt.
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Umbria & Southern Tuscany
Gems of Central Italy
| 14 day tour |
Take the road less travelled to some of Italy’s most beautiful and historic medieval towns, and enjoy a wealth of sites and traditions.
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Venice
City, Republic & Empire
| 15 day tour |
Unpack your bags and explore the history, art and architecture of the city that once ruled the Mediterranean for more than 1000 years.
March 5-19, 2025 | Places Available >
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