Italy
Italy: the Mediterranean Land of Romance
Home to the greatest number of UNESCO sites, vacation hotspot Italy has also endowed an astonishing number of cultural riches on the world, not to mention an internationally beloved cuisine. It’s no wonder why the tourism industry is so popular and why millions a year book flights to il bel paese.
- Culture
Bequeathed to Florence by the last surviving member of the Medici family, the Uffizi Gallery was one of the world’s first modern museums. A treasure trove of Renaissance art by masters like Botticelli, Giotto, Da Vinci and Michelangelo, it houses one of Italy’s most important art collections.
Rebuilt twice due to fire, Venice’s Teatro La Fenice (The Phoenix, fittingly) is one of Europe’s most famous opera houses. Verdi premiered both Rigoletto and La Traviata here, and international greats like Stravinsky have composed for the house.
- Sights
Buried under a layer of lapilli (burnt fragments of pumice stone) when Vesuvius erupted in AD 79, Pompeii is a fascinating freeze-frame of ancient life. Poking around through homes and businesses (including a brothel) seized in a moment in time two thousand years ago is a truly haunting experience.
Michelangelo’s masterpieces, Creation and The Last Judgement in the Sistine Chapel, are the pièce de résistance of any Vatican tour. Visitors also like to soak up the atmosphere in the very spot where new popes are selected.
- Famous Italian cuisine
Being famous for inventing pizza is no small accolade. The folks at the most renowned pizzeria in Napoli, Da Michele, haven’t let it go to their heads though. Serving two simple varieties, this is a no-frills establishment where the only thing that matters is taste.
Where better to enjoy a selection of cheeses and meats than in Parma, the birthplace of Parmigiano-Reggiano and prosciutto? Osteria dei Mascalzoni is a cozy place that serves up regional specialties in traditional Italian style.
Important Travel Information
- Airports in Italy serviced by Air Transat
- Currency
The euro (EUR) is Italy’s official currency.
- Official Language
The official language is Italian; and most Italians speak a foreign language such as English.
Entry/exit requirements
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/immigration-citizenship.html
Vaccination
Visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/travel-health.html
Italy Multi-city packages
Transat offers different travel options in Europe so you can experience something truly memorable, whatever the region you dream of exploring. Opt for one of our packages below: practical options for a vacation filled with relaxation or extraordinary explorations… all which are hassle-free!
-
Discover Campania
Package inclusions
More details
Few places in the world can beat Campania’s sheer beauty, combining Mediterranean views, magnificent beaches and incredible mountain landscapes dotted with.
Flights Rome
*Restrictions apply.
Discover Campania
-
Rome, Florence & Venice
Package inclusions
More details
On this adventure, you’ll experience three of Italy’s most famous cities. Wander the ancient streets of Rome and admire the grandeur of the Colosseum.
Flights Rome Venice
*Restrictions apply.
Rome, Florence & Venice
-
Rome, Florence & Venice (Mestre)
Package inclusions
More details
Start off in Rome and admire the cultural wonders of the Eternal City. From the Colosseum to the Vatican to the Trevi Fountain, you’ll be awestruck by all these.
Flights Rome
*Restrictions apply.
Rome & Florence
-
Sorrento & Amalfi
Package inclusions
Renowned for its cliffs, Sorrento overlooks the turquoise waters that surround Ischia, Capri and the Gulf of Naples. Follow the awe-inspiring coastline to the ravishing
Flights Rome
*Restrictions apply.
Sorrento & Amalfi
-
Sorrento, Capri & Ravello
Package inclusions
More details
Calling all limoncello lovers! Sorrento is the place to sip this local specialty while contemplating the Mediterranean views and strolling the historic centre
Flights Rome
*Restrictions apply.
Italy Guided Tours to:
Allegria; Bernini; Borromini; Da Vinci; Da Vinci – La Darsena; Under the Italian Sun – Sicily; Grand Tour of Italy and Sicily and Italian Flavours and Italie – Colosseum Italy Your Way.
For more information contact us: (Travel request form)
