Italy's Island Holidays

Explore Italy's Islands

Italy is an island holiday paradise! Lounge on sun-soaked beaches and watch the world go by in beachfront cafés as you overlook crystal clear waters. From family-focused destinations to exclusive romantic couple’s retreats, all of which are topped off with jaw-dropping natural beauty, the islands of Italy are a real treat.

Italy’s sparkling islands have been drawing a glamorous crowd of A-listers for decades. Off the Gulf of Naples, holidays to Capri are a jetsetter’s paradise. Expect luxury hotels, designer boutiques, and opulent boats lined along the marinas. Indulge in low-key relaxation on Italy’s own spa island with a luxury holiday in Ischia, famed for its natural and healing thermal springs.

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Ischia Holidays

Holidays in Ischia invite you to one of Italy’s best kept secrets. Far from a tourist destination, Ischia is the island lesser known to tourists and loved by locals, tucked away in plain sight next to its more happening and busier neighbour, Capri.

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Capri Holidays

Holidays in Capri combine the luxuries of high end shopping and the authenticity of the great outdoors. Situated on the south side of the Gulf of Naples, the island has been a popular holiday destination since the Roman Republic era, with the area’s main town adopting the same name.

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Family Holidays in Sardinia

Sardinia is a fabulous self-drive destination with a whopping 1,220 mile stretch of unspoiled coastline to explore. The exclusive, glitzy Baia Sardinia in the North provides the perfect base to start, while the renowned strip of Costa Smeralda is ideal for sun-seeking couples.

Looking to entertain your children? There are plenty of all-inclusive holidays in Sardinia, particularly in the South. You’ll find endless family-friendly activities including watersports on the azure waters, rugged trails and forests for hiking and cycling, and luxury golf clubs and spas.

Sardinia holidays are a foodie’s dream with culinary delights, fine wines, and local markets to tuck into.

Sicily and the Aeolian Islands Holidays

Holidays to Sicily and the Aeolian Islands give visitors the chance to experience a unique region of Italy with its own history, culture and cuisine. Sitting right at the tip of Italy, Sicily is the largest and most populated island in the Mediterranean and offers a fascinating mix of cultures and architecture.

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Sardinia Holidays

Holidays to Sardinia will leave you spoilt for choice. This Mediterranean paradise, most famous for its glamourous Costa Smeralda strip, allures sun seekers with the promise of white gold sands and glittering blue seas.

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Italy’s Islands are Stunning

When you’re holidaying in the Italian countryside or along the coast, we highly recommend you add a few nights to holiday in Italy’s islands as they are stunningly scenic. Head to the laidback Aeolian Islands off the coast of Sicily to immerse yourself in picturesque bays and volcanic backdrops.

Even if you’re short on time, be sure to take a day trip to visit popular attractions, such as the glowing Blue Grotto of Capri or medieval Castello Aragonese in Ischia, both just a ferry hop away from Naples. With over 80 islands surrounding the mainland, you will never tire of choosing a Citalia island holiday in Italy.

A full day in Shakespeare’s city of Verona
See famous sights like the Roman Arena and Juliet’s balcony
Enjoy a guided tour as well as free time to explore on your own

This historic city is one of Italy’s loveliest. You’ll need a full day to do Verona justice, so this excursion is the perfect way to get to know the city, with free time to soak up the sights at your leisure.

You’ll start with a guided tour of Verona’s most famous sights, including the Roman Arena (home of the opera festival), Juliet's balcony, the Scaligeri tombs, Piazza dell' Erbe and Piazza Bra.

There will be plenty of free time to wander, too, so you can discover why Shakespeare chose to set so many plays here. Verona is an elegant sprawl of piazzas and picturesque lanes along the banks of the River Adige, and exploring on foot is the best way to see it. Surrounding the city are leafy hills topped with terracotta churches – perfect for a photo op.

We say: “Verona is so close to Lake Garda that a visit here is definitely worth doing. This excursion is a great way to see the city’s sights, including the Roman amphitheatre, one of the best in Italy (where they hold the Verona Opera Festival).” Lara Crowe, Product Executive

Prices: From £80 per person (depending on resort)

Operates: Tuesday & Friday (All resorts) - Full Day

Duration: Full Day

Start time: 7:30 am - 9:30am approx. (depending on resort)

Included: Guided walking tour, free time in Verona.

Not included: Hotel pick up and drop off, lunch.

To pre-book your excursion please call one of our Italy Experts. Please note that excursions operate seasonally from May - September and are subject to availability and minimum numbers. Start times and departure points shall be reconfirmed once in resort.

Capri from Ischia Travel to Capri by boat

Private Tour of Ischia Discover the island of Ischia with your own private driver and guide.

Private Tour of Procida Island Discover the smallest island on the Gulf of Naples with a private guide.

Island Multi Centre Holidays

Take a look at our suggested itineraries for inspiration, or call our Personal Travel Planners on 01293 765055* for a bespoke multi-centre

13 day suggested trip

Rome, Sorrento and Sicily

From £2139 per person

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Get hands-on and learn how to make traditional Italian pizza and pasta
Rewarding scenic views on the comfortable train journeys
Tuck into a picnic in the park at the beautiful Borghese Gardens
Venture south on a twelve night trip towards Sicily

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8 day suggested trip

Sorrento and Capri

From £1449 per person

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Drive along the spectacular Amalfi Coast
Explore Sorrento’s lively main square
See the stylish streets of Capri

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Islands Specialities Italy’s coast is famous for its seafood dishes. Whether served with pasta, risotto or in a stew the range of delicacies is sure to tingle your taste buds.

A must try in Capri is the stuffed calamari. This dish is served all over Italy but in Capri it is served stuffed with ricotta, parmesan cheese and marjoram and prepared in a tomato sauce. The rich combination of flavours is simply stunning and will have you coming back for more.

Islands Specialities For something a little different and authentic to the area, why not try some of the traditional game dishes served on islands such as Ischia and Sardinia? Try a hearty rabbit stew cooked with tomatoes and white wine, originating on the island of Ischia and often served with potatoes and seasonal vegetables. These wild game dishes are often distinctive with strong flavours, perfect when served with traditional Italian breads for mopping up the delicious sauce.

Island Specialities Italy boasts 20 wine regions, one of which has a home in Sardinia. The coastal and mountainous terrain provide an ideal climate for growing grapes and, as a result, there is possibly nothing better than eating local food perfectly paired with a local wine. Wine lovers will enjoy tasting Vermentino, which is light in body and has a complexity akin to Sauvignon Blanc. A great all-rounder, this bold and intense white wine is well suited to pork dishes, grilled fish, and seafood pasta dishes – all of which you can find on any restaurant menu.

Italy Travel Blogs

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