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Last Minute Italy Holidays

Great Rail Journeys invites you to join us on an unforgettable rail tour of one of the most romantic, beautiful, culturally-rich and gastronomically exciting countries in Europe. Italy flaunts its history and heritage at every turn, and offers something to surprise or inspire every guest. Exploring Italy by train is by far and away the easiest and most comfortable way to see this historic country thanks to an extensive rail network that offers fast and reliable services to the majority of Italy's most desireable destinations. Plus, of course, many of Italy's railways afford a relaxing opportunity to admire Italy's wonderful landscapes.

Below are a selection of our late availability tours across Italy. Enjoy browsing throught them, but be aware, spaces are limited, so book now to secure your place!

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The Italian Riviera
The Italian Riviera
10 days £2,149 pp £2,049 pp
  • Explore the colourful cliffside villages of Cinque Terre and glamorous Portofino
  • Sail to San Fruttuoso abbey, set in a secluded cove, only accessible by boat
  • Enjoy 9 nights’ 4-star accommodation in charming coastal town Sestri Levante
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Sirmione
Simply Lake Garda
10 days £1,649 pp £1,549 pp
  • Spend 7 nights in Desenzano on Lake Garda in 4-Star accommodation
  • Uncover the sites of classical cities including Venice and Verona
  • Take a scenic cruise to Villa Borghese-Cavazza on the lush Isola del Garda
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Highlights of Tuscany
Highlights of Tuscany
10 days £2,049 pp £1,949 pp
  • Experience the unique essence of Tuscany’s celebrated medieval towns
  • Discover the jewel of the Renaissance, Florence, and the stunning sights of Siena
  • Spend 7 nights in a 4-star hotel in beautiful Tuscan spa town Montecatini Terme
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4.2 stars(272 reviews)
202527 Mar10 Apr24 Apr1 May

The historic lakeside town of Desenzano, set on the southern shores of Lake Garda, is our charming base. With a peaceful harbour, a characterful old town and an efficient rail service, we are perfectly placed for exploring. This delightful holiday includes a cruise to enchanting Isola del Garda to visit the opulent Villa Borghese-Cavazza and a...

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3.8 stars(17 reviews)
202531 Mar7 Apr16 Apr

Explore the glorious area of undiscovered Lake Iseo, Lombardy's fourth largest lake, dappled with charming medieval villages and boasting world-class food and drink. Taste the exquisite flavours of the region on a gourmet train journey, and during a sumptuous dinner and wine-tasting of Italy's acclaimed sparkling wine at a Franciacorta winery. ...

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20255 Apr10 May17 May

Explore the serene beauty of Italy's lakes from your base in the stylish town of Stresa on the shore of Lake Maggiore. Enjoy a cruise on Lake Orta to an island monastery and explore the attractive lakeside village of Orta San Giulio. Journey through the Alps to Switzerland on the Centovalli Railway, passing incredible scenery on the way to...

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20255 Apr12 Apr26 Apr3 May10 May17 May

Explore the delightful Italian Riviera from a base in Chiavari and view the colourful cliffside Cinque Terre villages on a cruise. Relax on a cruise to glamorous Portofino, a popular village set within a natural harbour, before uncovering San Fruttuoso abbey, located on a beach in a peaceful cove. Delve into the history of Genoa, the former city...

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20256 Apr13 Apr20 Apr

Based in the exquisite fortress town of Sirmione, set on a picturesque peninsula overlooking Lake Garda, and staying in an elegant spa hotel, this captivating holiday includes some fabulous excursions. Join us as we glide through Venice's turquoise canals on an unforgettable gondola ride - passing Venetian palazzos, intriguing architecture and...

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4.1 stars(210 reviews)
20256 Apr20 Apr27 Apr1 May

Discover the towns and villages of the wondrous Italian Riviera, which sparkle beside the Mediterranean Sea, as we explore the Cinque Terre and the glamorous city of Portofino. Explore the pastel-hued fishing village of Camogli, and relax in Sestri Levante - a delightful town between two bays. Sail to San Fruttuoso abbey, set in a secluded cove,...

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4.3 stars(482 reviews)
202510 Apr27 Apr8 May22 May25 May

Experience traditional Italy on a relaxing all-inclusive, fly-rail holiday to the unspoilt heel of southern Italy. Based in a spa hotel overlooking the beautiful coast of Monopoli, just 50 meters from a gorgeous white sandy beach, we explore the undiscovered region of Puglia, dotted with historic ports, white-washed villages and unique ancient...

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4.4 stars(60 reviews)
202517 Apr15 May20 Jun

From your base in Giardini Naxos, explore enchanting eastern Sicily - a perfect combination of scenic coastline, historic cities and unique culture. Enjoy a guided tour of Taormina and its beautiful Greek theatre overlooking the Ionian Sea, and uncover the ancient town of Syracuse, the birthplace of Archimedes. Journey up Mount Etna and view its...

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202518 Apr25 Apr2 May

Embrace the laidback island lifestyle on a fantastic tour of this 'forgotten corner of Europe'. Explore the glistening coast of unspoilt Corsica, a paradise of old-world French towns and hill-top villages, connected by charming train journeys through spectacular scenery. Indulge in the delicious cuisine of Sardinia, discover beautiful historic...

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202521 Apr

Step into a bygone era of glamorous travel on this classic holiday, based in a Belle Epoque hotel in Stresa, overlooking beautiful Lake Maggiore. This idyllic holiday includes a boat cruise to the Borromean Islands - with a guided tour of the Borromeo Palace and time to explore the picturesque fishing village of Isola Dei Pescatori. We also...

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202521 Apr13 May19 May

Staying in the lovely Tuscan spa town of Montecatini Terme, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an ideal base for exploring this cultural region, enjoy a holiday that captures the essence of Tuscany - from the grand Renaissance art and architecture of Florence to the amazing piazza and medieval alleyways of the ancient city of Siena. Taking in...

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3.9 stars(83 reviews)
202521 Apr5 May12 May2 Jun9 Jun

Fly direct to the unspoilt toe of Italy to uncover the hidden beauty of Calabria from an all-inclusive hotel in the lovely coastal village of Tropea. Cruise to the volcanic island of Stromboli, the 'lighthouse of the Tyrrhenian Sea', to witness its colourful eruptions by night. Discover the timeless towns of Scilla and Pizzo on the sparkling...

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Sirmione on Lake Garda
08 Dec 2024
Jacqui Curry
5 stars
“Beautiful area and Hotel
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Simply Lake Garda
13 Nov 2024
Judith
5 stars
“Beautiful place
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Highlights of Tuscany
11 Nov 2024
David Kershaw
5 stars
“Very enjoyable trip with visits to Pisa, Lucca, Siena & San Gimignano being the highlights. Florence was too crowded to enjoy properly. First class rail travel on the Eurostar & TGV made the journeys very comfortable & relaxing. The hotel in Montecatini Terme made a great base from which to visit the...
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The Italian Riviera
01 Nov 2024
Ged
5 stars
“Trip Ok getting back at 20:30 on Saturday night means we missed the last train north so had to the night in London which was very expensive. However if we had arrived back an hour earlier we would have made the last train home.
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Lake Maggiore, Lake Orta & the Alps
01 Nov 2024
Ann Holgate
5 stars
“Love love love it
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The Magic of Sicily
31 Oct 2024
Nigel T
5 stars
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Sicily, Etna & the Aeolian Islands
30 Oct 2024
Anna Del Nevo
5 stars
“We don't normally do organised tours, but this turned out to be a very effort-free mix of sight-seeing, relaxation and socialising.
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Puglia All Inclusive - Undiscovered Southern Italy
13 Nov 2024
RUSHMER
4 stars
“Enjoyable and varied trip but meal experiences a bit like "school dinners". Location not good for meaningful use of "free time".
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Top to Toe of Italy
01 Nov 2024
Chris T
4 stars
“We took this trip in October, and had a great time. Judith, our guide was amazing, as were several of the local guides, a couple of the guides weren't great (Rome and Taormina) but it didn't really detract from our enjoyment. One of the trains was cancelled, and there was...
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