Family Travel in Italy - Customized Tours, Apartments, Villas & Sightseeing for Families with Children of All Ages
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Tour Code:
TUR-01305
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Type:
Private
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Duration: days -
Departs from:
Italy
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Meeting Place:
To Be Determined
Overview
Family Travel in Italy: Meaningful, Hands-On Experiences for All Ages
Traveling through Italy as a family is one of life’s greatest gifts — and after exploring the country with our own young child, we understand exactly what makes a family trip truly work. At Italy Vacation Specialists, we design flexible, enriching, human-centered itineraries that make traveling with children not only easy, but unforgettable.Our focus is on authentic interactions, hands-on learning, safe and comfortable pacing, and experiences that engage children as much as adults. Whether you’re exploring ancient ruins, learning to make pasta with a local chef, or relaxing in the Tuscan countryside, we make sure every moment feels joyful, meaningful, and stress-free.
Our Most Popular Family-Friendly Experiences in Italy
Hands-On Cooking Lessons & Food Experiences
Children love being part of the kitchen — and Italy is the perfect place to learn. We offer engaging cooking classes where families roll pasta, make pizza, and discover traditional recipes together.Explore all of our culinary experiences here:
https://www.italyvacationspecialists.com/experiences/food-and-wine-experiences.htm
Child-Friendly Cultural & Historical Tours
Our private guides know how to make history fun. Whether it’s a gladiator-themed exploration of Rome, a gentle introduction to Renaissance art in Florence, or a treasure hunt through Venice, your family will learn through play.
Browse our family-adaptable tours throughout Italy:
https://www.italyvacationspecialists.com/tours/tours-in-italy.htm
Villas, Farm Stays & Properties Perfect for Families
Space to play. A kitchen to prepare baby meals. A pool. Safe outdoor areas.Our curated collection of villas and agriturismi offers families the comfort and flexibility they need — with the charm of Italian countryside living.
See our family-friendly villas and farm estates:
https://www.italyvacationspecialists.com/accommodation/villas-and-farm-estates.htm
Outdoor Experiences & Nature Adventures
Italy’s landscapes are ideal for children — gentle hikes, beaches, lakes, wildlife, and open countryside. We tailor activities like:
- Olive oil tasting on family-run estates
- Light countryside walks
- Visits to farms and local food producers
- Beach days in Puglia, Sicily, or the Amalfi Coast
Custom Family Itineraries Across Italy
Every family is different — and so is every trip we design. Whether you’re traveling with toddlers, teens, grandparents, or a mix of all ages, we create bespoke itineraries that consider nap schedules, attention spans, interests, and overall comfort.
Learn more about our dedicated family travel services:
https://www.italyvacationspecialists.com/tours/family-travel-italy.htm
Why Families Choose Italy Vacation Specialists 
- We live in Italy with our own young child — so we know what destinations and activities are actually kid-friendly (and which ones to avoid).
- We offer real human support, from the moment you start planning to the moment you fly home.
- Our guides, drivers, chefs, and hosts are family-oriented and incredibly patient.
- Our itineraries balance culture, fun, great food, and downtime — the perfect recipe for traveling with kids.
- We provide 24/7 local assistance so families always feel supported, safe, and cared for.
Inclusions/Exclusions
Tour Highlights and What's Included
What's Included
Fun for the Entire Family!
Great Dining Recommendations
Great Smiles
Personalized Service
What's Not Included
What's Not Included
Pricing & Availability
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Email : team@italyvacationspecialists.com
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Client Testimonials
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Jesse & Giuseppe,Sandy and I have been looking through my slides of our trip to Southern Italy. We had such a good time with you and Giuseppe that we wanted to let you know again. You were the best guides ever. ... [Read More]
- Bob & Sandy -
I went to high school with the owner of the company who organized my honeymoon for myself and my now wife from Tokyo. We spent three short weeks seeing Piedmont and experiencing wine paradise there, then heading to Nice in France with our private driver and flying to Rome where honestly 4 days is NOT enough. They keep saying to spend more time and we could not agree more! You need to spend more ti ... [Read More]
- Robin and Kumi Bruun, Tokyo Japan -
I am a travel agent from Lebanon and have organized several group tours as well as individual tours of Italy with Italy Vacation Specialists. I highly recommend them as one of the very best tour operators in Italy to work with, given their professionalism and work ethic which I feel is second-to-none in the travel industry. All of the staff, the guides, the coaches and even the meals we enjoyed we ... [Read More]
- Nicole Haddad, Lebanese Travel Agent -
In September of 2018 I brought a group of 12 from Venice to Sicily and organized all of my services with the Italy Vacation Specialists. Being a travel agent and in the business, I know how complicated organizing travel arrangements can be in Italy and the IVS team took a huge burden off of me! I would like to start of by saying "THANK YOU" both for the amazing job you did on our trip. There was n ... [Read More]
- Ann Brownell, KHM Travel Group -
I have traveled to Italy 2x with the IVS for my own pleasure trips and 2x for business with IVS. These guys really pay attention and make your trip go like clockwork. Italy is nuts, just saying! There are so many rules and restrictions now, so we did not want to drive ourselves. Having traveled with them many times and done business on several occasions, most definitely USE this company. They k ... [Read More]
- JoAnne Beaudoin, Retired Nurse -
Jesse, There are no words to describe the fabulous time we had in Italy. Everything went as you promised. Absolutely no problems! The venues were fabulous. The guides were punctual and helpful. It couldn't have worked out better. You and your staff deserve high praise for the quality and efficiency of your work. BTW, Guiseppe was an absolute delight. We enjoyed his informative and effervescent per ... [Read More]
- Jo Ann West -
I am a travel agent with All About Honeymoons and I would highly recommend Italy Vacation Specialists. Jessica was wonderful in helping us plan in a last minute anniversary vacation during high season without any issues. She even checked on our clients while on vacation to make sure things were going well. I plan on using them again soon for all my future bookings! ... [Read More]
- Tammy Joyce, All About Honeymoons -
In August 2018, my family of four and myself travelled from Vancouver, BC to Rome Italy and spent 3 weeks touring Italy with IVS. This company had come highly recommended by many friends and associates of ours who had used them before and indeed to say they do an outstanding job is an understatement. You can tell while being in Italy that it is one complicated place to run tours in, just by the ... [Read More]
- Vijaya Sunil CPA, CGA -
Dear Guiseppe and Jesse, We just returned from our most wonderful vacation to Italy and wanted to first thank you for putting together such a wonderful trip, and second to provide some feedback for the future. Hotels 1. Hotel Sovestro in San Gimignano was wonderful. The staff were very friendly and helpful and made the first portion of our journey very stress free. They made us feel like we wer ... [Read More]
- Ron and Deb Crosby -
We're home now from the most amazing trip to Italy! I can't thank you enough for your efforts and coordination of what was without question the finest vacations I've been on to date. ... [Read More]
- Carol Carson
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