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Taste of Italy

Independent rail tour through Italy's regional food and pasta capitals

Taste of Italy is a 12-day independent rail package operated by Railbookers. It travels by train between Rome, La Spezia, Florence, Bologna, Verona, and Milan. As an independent package, there is no escort; travelers make their own way between stops. The trip is built around Italy's regional cuisine, moving from Roman carbonara and gelato to Bologna's pasta and sauces and the fresh focaccia and cheeses found along the route. Railbookers does not publish a day-by-day breakdown of hotels or meals for this package. It suits travelers whose main interest in Italy is food, and who prefer a self-paced rail trip over a fixed group schedule.

What to know before you look closer

  • Railbookers does not publish a day-by-day itinerary for this package; confirm the order of cities, hotels, and any included meals with them before booking.

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes, Railbookers includes rail travel between Rome, La Spezia, Florence, Bologna, Verona, and Milan.
Is this trip escorted or independent?
It is an independent rail package, so you travel between cities at your own pace.
Which cities does the trip visit?
Rome, La Spezia, Florence, Bologna, Verona, and Milan.
What is the focus of this trip?
Italian regional food, including Roman carbonara, Bologna's pasta and sauces, and other local specialities such as focaccia and cheeses.
How much does it cost?
From $2,499 per person (USD) for the 12-day, 11-night package.

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