Italy holiday guide for Indian travellers
Best timeApril to June and September to October
Visa for IndiansSchengen visa, €90 fee – we guide you
Flights from IndiaAbout 8–11 hours to Rome or Milan, non-stop on select routes or one stop
Packages3 trips from ₹1,15,000 per person
Italy is art, history and food at every turn. See the Colosseum, the Vatican and the Trevi Fountain in Rome, the Duomo and Uffizi in Florence, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and a gondola ride through Venice. Milan and Lake Como, Tuscany's hill towns and the Amalfi Coast and Capri add even more variety.
Most trips are 6 to 10 nights by fast train or coach, and Italy is often combined with Switzerland or France. Pizza, pasta and gelato make it easy for vegetarians, and the big cities have Indian restaurants. Every Trip Inventor package can be customised with hotels, rail passes and flights from your city.
Read our full guide: Italy in winter – Venice, Rome and Milan
Italy tour FAQs
Do Indians need a visa for Italy?
Yes. Indians need a Schengen visa for Italy, applied at the Italy visa application centre with biometrics. The visa fee for adults is €90 plus service charges. Apply to the country where you will spend the most nights, ideally 6 to 8 weeks before travel – we prepare the itinerary, hotel bookings and travel insurance for your application.
How much does a Italy trip from India cost?
Our Italy packages start from ₹1,15,000 per person on twin sharing, including taxes and GST. Hotels, rail passes and the cities you choose affect the price, and we can add flights from your city.
How many days do I need for Italy?
6 to 7 nights covers Rome, Florence and Venice. With 9 to 10 nights you can add Milan, Lake Como, Pisa or the Amalfi Coast.
What is the best time to visit Italy?
April to June and September to October are best, with pleasant weather and fewer crowds. July and August are hot and busy, and winter is quiet and good value in the cities.
Is vegetarian food easy to find in Italy?
Yes. Pizza, pasta, risotto and gelato come in many vegetarian versions, and Rome, Milan, Florence and Venice all have Indian restaurants.