Italy couples holidays are, in a word, romantic. The Italian passion for… well, everything, from food and coffee to art and architecture, is alive in every inch of the country and you can’t help but feel like part of a postcard or film set everywhere you go. Head to Florence for a classic couples break with gorgeous green rolling landscapes and excellent food and wine, or to the handsome and historic cities of Rome and Milan for the feeling of being in a living museum. Meanwhile, Venice is very much the winding watery dream you’d imagine, and Verona lives up to its romantic reputation (although hopefully less tragic for you than our favourite star-crossed lovers). You might find yourself falling in love with the warm welcome of the south in Puglia or the pizza in Naples, the whitewashed villages and turquoise sea of the Amalfi coast, or the characterful islands of Sardinia and Sicily. Wherever you go, you can be sure that romance will follow.

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"Emily really understood what mattered to us and created a trip that felt completely personalised and thoughtfully organised. We had time to relax in Naples after each excursion, our transport provider was friendly and always on time, and it was a pleasure to be looked after by a local, who added an authentic touch to the whole trip. Visiting Herculaneum and Pompeii was a particular highlight - our guide was truly exceptional, making the visits truly memorable with an excellent command of English and an impressive knowledge of world history as well as the sites themselves."
L - UK
Published on 23rd February 2026
"Our Concierge was brilliant and super helpful - we'd recommend travelling with Original Travel based on her help alone! The Concierge was a new thing for us as previous travel companies did not have this feature, and we thought this was invaluable. We particularly enjoyed the food tour in Ragusa, seeing Mount Etna, driving in Ortigia and the sunset in Marsala. It is the first time we have used Original Travel and we were very happy with the service."
M - UK
Published on 29th September 2025
"Emily really listened and understood what I was looking for, and developed a fantastic itinerary based on that. The personalised tour of Siena was a real highlight - I had asked if we could see some James Bond filming locations, and our guide took a lot of time to review the films and take us to the exact streets, balconies, doorways and squares seen in the films. We all loved it, especially our boys, who are James Bond enthusiasts."
G - UK
Published on 29th September 2025

Italians are renowned for their passion and the country itself is undeniably seductive, with its charismatic cities and enchanting coastlines which are almost guaranteed to capture the heart of any visitor. Every corner of the country exudes romance, and our Italy couples holidays can be tailored to meet your every wish and fancy for the perfect amorous getaway with your other half. If you’re craving some culture, the museums and galleries of Rome are guaranteed to satisfy. Wander hand-in-hand around the iconic ruins of the Colosseum and Roman Forum, where ancient lovers would have once courted. For couples looking to spend plenty of quality travel time as a two, embark on one of our Italian train journeys for the ultimate slow-travel indulgence and combine Florence and Venice for the perfect romantic retreat.


Verona is of course famed for its fictional star-crossed lovers and a visit to the UNESCO-listed city will make you see why Shakespeare chose it as the backdrop for his infamous love story. Take a stroll around the lively centre to discover its wealth of architectural treasures, including Basilica di San Zeno Maggiore and the iconic duomo cathedral, two stunning examples of Romanesque design. Live like royals at the glacial Italian Lakes – Como, Maggiore and Garda – staying in opulent Renaissance palaces bordered by lush botanical gardens and flanked by magnificent mountain ranges.


It's well-known that the way to the heart is through the stomach, and Italy certainly excels at this form of courtship. Re-enact your own ‘The Lady and the Tramp’ moment with a plate of creamy spaghetti alla carbonara from Le Mani in Pasta in Rome, or take turns sampling authentic gelato from Vivoli, Florence’s oldest dessert parlour. If you’re flirting with the idea of visiting one of the pastel-coloured villages on the Amalfi Coast, then the region’s fresh fish and seafood is bound to make you fall head over heels in love. As well as indulging in Italy’s gastronomic delights, you can learn how to create it yourself on one of our Italy couples holidays, in the home of an Italian chef in Lake Maggiore. The skills acquired during your couple’s cookery class are sure to elevate date night once you’ve returned home.

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