Italy Luxury Holidays

Italy offers visitors a wonderful mix of ancient history, modern cities and stunning landscapes. With a rich heritage spanning thousands of years, spectacular architecture, sun-kissed coastlines, exquisite food and high end shopping, it’s easy to see why it’s such a popular holiday destination.

At Azure, we can take you to lavish 5-star Italian hotels in favourite cities like Venice, Rome and Florence. If you prefer a more rural resort, you can opt for the beautiful islands of Sicily and Sardinia, or explore the fairytale surroundings of Puglia.

Our luxury hotels in Italy are the ideal base from which to explore the picturesque countryside and historic cities. Whether you’re looking for a romantic couples retreat or a fun family getaway, we can make your dream holiday a reality.

Explore nature

Italy is known for its diverse landscapes, from the mountains and lakes in the north to the fiery craters in the south and the turquoise sea grottos on the coast. The countryside offers a natural playground for all sorts of activities, such as skiing, hiking, biking and horse riding.

Wander among the vineyards, olive groves and sleepy villages of Tuscany, or head to the Sorrento and Amalfi coast with its steep mountains and stunning views.

Ancient history

Italy is steeped in history and nothing reflects this more than its architecture. Head to the cities to see buildings erected by the Romans, as well as examples of leading modern architectural design.

Favourite destinations in which to explore the country’s rich culture are Rome, Venice and Florence. You’ll also find many medieval villages and landmarks along the coastline and in the hills.

Italy is home to some of the world’s most famous historic paintings and murals too, including works by Raphael and Michelangelo in Vatican City and Leonardo Da Vinci and Botticelli in Florence.

Savour the food and drink

A major attraction of Italy is its food. Yes, you can eat pasta and pizza, but the country has a diverse range of other dishes to try too.

The national cuisine is distinguished by its simplicity. Many dishes have four ingredients or fewer, but with top-class produce, they’re elevated to fine dining quality.

Different regions have their own cooking style and locally-sourced ingredients, including olive oil, fruit, vegetables, fish and meat.

No trip to Italy would be complete without taking a tour of one of its famous vineyards. Tuscany is particularly noted for its fine wines, produced from many grape varieties.

Shopping

Italy is the home of some of the world’s best fashion houses, including Versace, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci and Armani. These designer labels can be purchased all over the country, although most of the flagship stores are in Milan.

There’s also the chance to pick up some local souvenirs in the markets, which can be found everywhere from the city centres to the coastal and lakeside villages. Here, you can buy everything from jewellery and clothes, to leather goods and regional produce.

Indulgent Italian holidays

At Azure, our luxury holidays in Italy feature sumptuous accommodation, delicious cuisine and scenic locations. We want to make sure that you have a true ‘la dolce vita’ experience, which is why we offer a range of tailor-made packages to suit your every need. Get in touch today by phone or live chat to find out more.