An organized family trip to Italy offers a unique opportunity to strengthen family bonds through experiences tailored to all ages – from the youngest to the oldest. From ancient medieval towns and amusement parks that rival the best in Europe, to endless walking and cycling trails, cable cars to majestic mountain peaks, thrilling rafting adventures, top-tier Italian fashion shopping, and delicious food that brings the whole family together.
Solo Italia Travel offers expertly organized family tours led by the best – true expert guides in family travel across Italy.
La Dolce Vita: A Journey of the Senses
An organized family trip to Italy offers meaningful bonding experiences through content tailored to every family member – from the youngest to the eldest. Medieval towns, amusement parks that rival the best in Europe, endless opportunities for hiking and biking, cable cars to breathtaking mountain peaks, exciting rafting, top-tier Italian fashion shopping, and food that brings the whole family together around the table.
Solo Italia Travel offers expertly organized family trips led by the best guides – true professionals in family travel across Italy.
Italian Cuisine
Italy is blessed with all the foods that the Israeli palate loves – or rather, is crazy about.
On an organized family trip to Northern Italy, you’ll discover:
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Pasta tastings in restaurants at Mantua’s market square, Verona’s Piazza Bra and Erbe Market.
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Fresh seafood at local fishermen and gondoliers’ restaurants in Venice.
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Out-of-this-world pizza and gelato in Sirmione.
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Abundant seasonal fruits in every northern city, like in Carmel Market.
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Delicious tortellini and breathtaking views in Riva del Garda.
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Creamy risotto and mushrooms, especially as you approach the Turin area.
Italy is the queen of coffee. Kids may skip it, but if Dad and Mom are coffee lovers, Italy is a dream:
Espresso – short and strong, sipped standing up.
Cappuccino – leisurely and foamy, named after the Capuchin monks.
Latte – often served lukewarm (ask for “molto molto caldo” – very hot!).
Black coffee or instant? Forget it. That’s for another country not…not Italy for sure.
No Italian café visit is complete without a slice of tiramisu – literally “pull me up.” The best classic tiramisu can be found at Glopy restaurant (Hebrew menus available) on Burano Island near Venice, or in Malcesine by Lake Garda.
Postcard Landscapes
Northern Italy’s landscapes are straight out of a postcard:
Lake Maggiore, Lake Garda, Lake Como, and the Alps – the Dolomites with dramatic passes like Passo Sella and Passo Pordoi.
Charming towns like Ortisei, where time seems frozen, and a cable car ride takes you to stunning views above. Hidden gems like Valeggio sul Mincio and Parco Giardino Sigurtà, a stunning botanical garden you can explore by golf cart or mini-train.
During the trip, Solo Italia’s expert guide will provide clear explanations about landscapes, language, food, art, and history – distinguishing Michelangelo from Leonardo, engaging children and adults alike, recommending meals, and becoming your big brother throughout the journey.
Solo Cultura
A family tour in Northern Italy is also a cultural journey.
Ancient cities like Padua, Mantua, Vicenza, and Malcesine – names that sound like Italian love songs from Sanremo.
Take a modern cable car up Monte Baldo, walk along its 2,200-meter ridge, and gaze down at Lake Garda cradled below.
And of course, romantic Verona awaits – home to the world’s most famous balcony, where Romeo and Juliet’s love story (even if fictional) lives on. Expect to take a family selfie next to Juliet’s golden statue.
Ready? Action!
Italy offers adrenaline-filled fun for the whole family at several amusement parks.
Gardaland – the biggest and most successful amusement park in Italy, and one of Europe’s best.
Located on the southern shore of Lake Garda, it deserves a full day. Divided into fantasy, adventure, and adrenaline zones – with rides like Blue Tornado (roller coaster) and Magic Mountain (minimum height 110 cm).
Plenty of restaurants and food stands make the visit amazing.
Caneva World – nearby water park with pools and slides that surpass any in Israel.
Adjacent to AquaParadise, a marine museum with hundreds of fish species – combo tickets available.
Movieland Park – open from mid-April, featuring Angelina Jolie, Rambo, outdoor shows, sinking submarines, racing boats, and even an upside-down elevator.
Toddlers enjoy a dedicated playground in the northwest corner.
Medieval Times – an unforgettable evening: a knight-themed dinner show where you eat with your hands like in the Middle Ages, cheering for your knight in combat.
City of Gondolas
No Northern Italy tour is complete without Venice – the city of masks, canals, and mystery.
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San Marco Square – considered one of the most beautiful in the world.
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Burano Island – with its colorful houses.
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Murano Glass – world-famous craftsmanship.
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A gondola ride – with the gondolier singing “O Sole Mio”.
Good to know:
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Gondolas fit up to 6 people, not including the gondolier.
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Singers and accordion players are available only for group bookings.
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Prices vary by station – in summer, it’s best to book in advance.
Pizza, Shopping & Spaghetti
Pizza is the most popular food in the world, born in Naples.
The Margherita Pizza colors – red, white, green – reflect the Italian flag.
Family pizza-making experiences with local chefs are available in Brescia, alongside other Italian delights.
The trip is structured as a “hub-and-spoke” tour – return each night to the same hotel without repacking.
After a hearty breakfast: explore, eat spaghetti (of course), and go shopping.
Italy isn’t just food and culture – it’s also shopping paradise:
Markets, pop-up stalls, luxury shops, outlet malls, and even Autogrill highway stops are packed with treasures.
Family Tour to Italy – Piano Piano
Before planning your next family trip, remember: the Italian way is “Piano Piano” – slow and relaxed.
Loved Northern Italy?
Next time, try Rome and Tuscany, Pisa’s Leaning Tower, Bologna, Turin, Cinque Terre, or Genoa.
Or head south to Sorrento, Pompeii, Mount Vesuvius, and Naples.
In short – forget other destinations for now. Avanti, Italia!
