WHAT IS INCLUDED
- 13 nights in handpicked, strategically located 4-star boutique accommodations: Milan (3 nights), Padua (3 nights), Florence (3 nights), Rome (2 nights), Naples (2 nights)
- 15+ hours of Pickleball Activities
- 8 Gourmet Special Authentic Local Dinners carefully selected to showcase regional specialties
- Buffet special Handmade local breakfast every morning.
- Private deluxe motor coach and high-speed trains for all transportation and excursions.
- Guided tours in Milan, Padua, Venice, Florence, Rome, and Naples.
- Boat Trip Experience to discover Lake Como
- Boat Trip Experience to discover Amalfi Coast
- 2 Unique Experiences included: Cooking Class, Wine experience
- Bilingual tour leader accompanying the group for the entire trip.
- Fresh Fruit and cold water during Pickleball activities.
- Travel insurance.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
Airfare, lunches, 5 dinners, tips, extras, personal spending.
PICKLEBALL
This is an Open Play Trip: you will have the freedom to play with both your friends and local Italian players.
You will enjoy the unique opportunity to play in multiple different courts and sports centers in Milan, Padua, Florence, Rome.
Your Italian pickleball experience will be:
- Open Play: Unleash your skills and enjoy casual matches with fellow pickleball enthusiasts.
- Matches with Italian Players: Connect with the local pickleball community and experience the joy of friendly competition.
TOUR LEADER
You will have a Worry-Free Journey with the experienced and professional Tour Leader of Pickleball Italy Trips. This expert will be your travel companion, ensuring a seamless experience at every step. Our Tour Leaders, with their deep knowledge of the area and exceptional coordination skills, will create an engaging and unforgettable journey for you, filled with relaxation and discovery.
TRIP DETAILS
Join us for the ultimate Italian adventure - a 14-day, 13 - night Grand Tour meticulously crafted to connect the diverse beauty of Italy, from the Alpine North to the Mediterranean South. This journey is designed for the active traveler who demands cultural depth, historical immersion, and high-quality pickleball play.
- The Grand Sweep: Start with the elegance of Milan and the serenity of the Northern Lakes, transition through the artistic genius of Florence and the eternal history of Rome, and culminate on the breathtaking shores of the Amalfi Coast.
- Worry-Free Travel: With all accommodations, inter-city transport via deluxe private motor coach and high-speed trains, and a professional bilingual Tour Leader accompanying you, you can focus entirely on playing, exploring, and enjoying La Dolce Vita.
- Culinary & Wine Excellence: Your journey includes many tastings of gourmet local cuisine. You will also participate in unique experiences (Cooking, Wine Tasting) that connect you directly to the Italian traditions.
- 2 Unique Boat experiences: two scenic Boat Experience on Lake Como and Amalfi Coast.
- Pickleball Balance: The itinerary is specifically designed to intersperse sightseeing days with dedicated Pickleball Activities, ensuring you get ample court time to stay active.
This comprehensive journey offers a seamless blend of art, history, and active play across Italy's most iconic landscapes.
FULL ITINERARY
- Day 1: Arrival in Milan
Arrive at Malpensa Airport (MXP) and transfer to your Milan-area hotel. Check-in and relax before the Welcome Dinner. - Day 2: Milan & Pickleball
Morning Pickleball Activities. Afternoon guided tour of Milan, focusing on the city's main sights. Dinner Included. - Day 3: Lake Como Magic
Morning Pickleball Activities. Excursion to stunning Lake Como, including a special Boat Experience to admire the villas and landscape from the water. - Day 4: Travel to Veneto & Padua
Morning departure to Padua Check-in and Guided tour of Padua. Wine Experience and Dinner. - Day 5: Verona, the City of Love
Morning Pickleball Clinics. Day trip to Verona, famous for its Arena and Juliet's Balcony. Dinner Included. - Day 6: Venice, Serenity & Canals
Full-day trip to Venice, exploring its iconic canals, bridges, and history. - Day 7: Travel to Tuscany & Florence Play
Morning departure to Florence. Check-in. Afternoon Pickleball Clinics at a local venue. Dinner Included.
Day 8: Florence: Renaissance Heart
Full day guided tour of Florence, focusing on the masterpieces of the City Center - Day 9: the Leaning Tower of Pisa
Morning Pickleball Clinics. Afternoon trip to Pisa to see the Leaning Tower and explore the historic squares and the City Center - Day 10: Rome: The Eternal City
Morning departure to Rome. Check-in and relax. Afternoon Pickleball play at a Roman sports center. Cooking Classes and Dinner Included. - Day 11: The Ancient Roman Empire
Guided tour of Rome, focusing on ancient sites (Colosseum, Roman Forum). Afternoon dedicated to cultural landmarks (e.g., Vatican City/Pantheon). - Day 12: Travel South to Naples
Morning departure to Naples. Check-in. Afternoon guided tour of Naples and its vibrant historic center. Dinner Included. - Day 13: Amalfi Coast Discovery
Full-day excursion: Breathtaking Boat Excursion along the Amalfi Coast. Farewell Dinner.
Day 14: Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) for your flight home.
Important information about the itinerary: Circumstances beyond our control may require us to adjust itineraries or other details. We regret any inconvenience this may cause and will make every effort to provide equally appealing alternatives when adjustments need to be made. We appreciate your understanding.
THE HOTEL
Your accommodations consist of wonderful boutique hotels personally selected for their quality and strategic location. They are positioned to allow convenient access to all the planned experiences and tours across Italy.
THE MEALS
The meals are carefully selected to offer the best in authenticity and taste, starting with breakfast served in the resort. All the meals (inside or outside the resort, depending on the daily visits), have nothing to do with the classic international meals of resorts. Each meal will have a theme, it will be a real culinary journey through Lombardy, Veneto, Tuscany, Lazio, and Campania, with the best wines in the world and by several tastings of typical local products.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- 110+ Days prior to arrival – deposit always refundable
- 71 – 110 Days prior to arrival – deposit non-refundable
- 0 – 70 Days prior to arrival – 100% of the Total Price non-refundable
PLEASE NOTE: if the number of participants doesn’t reach the minimum number of participants, the trip will not be held and the full amount paid will be refunded.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
As a professional Tour Operator operating legally and in compliance with all current regulations, we always include travel insurance for participants in our trips.
In case you want to add additional travel insurances, we can suggest you to compare other policies with other well-known travel insurance providers, such as:
Travelex Travel Insurance and Travel Guard. You can also use InsureMyTrip.com to compare multiple companies’ plans.
USEFUL INFO
AIRPORT
ARRIVAL: We recommend arriving at Malpensa Airport (MXP) on Day 1. We will provide the ground transportation to and from the airport!
IMPORTANT: We recommend that you arrive at the Airport, on or before the first day indicated.
We’ll meet as a group on the first day indicated at 1pm (13:00) at the Airport (our private bus will leave at 1pm). Please ensure that your flight arrives at least 75 minutes before this time.
DEPARTURE: The departure airport is Naples International Airport (NAP) on Day 14. We provide the ground transportation to the departure airport.
On the last day of your trip, the private bus will take you to the airport, arriving at 11am (11:00). Please ensure that your flight departure time is after this time (we suggest at least 3 hours after this time for international flights).
If you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to contact us.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
You will need:
- Your passport
- An EU outlet adapter (available on Amazon)
- Your Pickleball paddle (if not don’t worry you can write us)
Recommended:
- A portable charger for longer tour days
- Travel insurance — for this trip or any other trip you take! We do not have a specific recommendation for travel insurance; this is up to you.
- 50 - 200 Euros to have on hand. We recommend withdrawing Euros from an ATM once you arrive. Euros will be useful for street souvenirs, cash-only shops, tips, etc.
You will not need:
- a Visa
- a Covid test or vaccine
- Tips are not expected by drivers/servers/staff in Europe. If you would like to tip, though, 5%-10% on your bill or a few Euros is the typical tipping range.
WEATHER
April in Italy is generally sunny but can be quite cool and slightly wet. We recommend packing layers, including a warm coat and waterproof outerwear
PRICING & PAYMENT
- Double Room - USD 8,450 (per person when sharing a room) - initial deposit USD 3,600 (USD 1,800 per person)
- Single Room - USD 9,450 (solo traveler with private room) - initial deposit USD 1,800
- NO PICKLEBALL OPTION: if you are not playing Pickleball, just tell us, and you will receive a USD 250 discount from the total price
Initial deposit will be always deducted from your grand total (listed above).
If you travel alone but you selected a double room (to be shared), please note that is possible to have two beds in one room (one bed for each person). Just write it in the additional notes so that we are aware.
After placing your initial deposit, your full payment is due 70 days prior to arrival.
The price in USD is for informational purposes only. All the transactions will be processed in the local currency (Euro). More info on our terms of service.
