Exploring Italy with Adventures by Disney: A Comparative Guide to 2025 and 2026 Itineraries

Adventures by Disney offers immersive, family-friendly and adult-exclusive tours that blend cultural exploration with Disney's signature storytelling. Italy remains a TOP destination in Europe and shows no signs of slowing down. In 2025 and 2026, travelers can choose from several Italian itineraries, each highlighting different regions and experiences. While specific details for 2026 itineraries are not yet available, it's anticipated that popular tours will continue, possibly with enhancements.

🇮🇹 Here's an overview of the Adventures by Disney Italy offerings:

1. Classic Italy: Rome, Tuscany & Venice

Embrace a simpler way of life as you travel through this Old World country steeped in rich traditions and glorious history on the unforgettable Adventures by Disney Italy vacation. Be immersed in the timelessness of a remarkable culture—and be astonished by the warmth of its people.

BEST for first time visitors to Italy who love art, history and seeing the iconic sights of Italy.

• Duration: 8 days / 7 nights

• Highlights:

  • VIP access to the Colosseum and a private after-hours tour of the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel

  • Hands-on pasta-making at a Tuscan farm

  • Gondola ride and mask-making workshop in Venice

• Accommodations: Gran Meliá Rome Hotel, Hotel Borgo di Cortefreda, Hilton Molino Stucky

• Meals: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners

• Age Requirements: Minimum age 5; suggested age 6+

• Departure Dates: Multiple dates in 2025 still available AFTER July 2025 with adult exclusives available after school typically starts. For 2026, some departures are already sold out but this itinerary has departures from March to December 2026.

  
  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  
  
  
  
  
  

2. Italy & Amalfi Coast

Discover Old World splendor on the Adventures by Disney Italy and Amalfi Coast vacation as you explore the natural beauty and culture of Italy from Sorrento to Florence and throughout Tuscany. Visit historic locales, see art and architecture created by Renaissance masters and experience a way of life unchanged through the centuries.

BEST for beach lovers who also want to explore some smaller cities and touch on some of the best known sights in Italy!

• Duration: 8 days / 7 nights

• Highlights:

  • Exploration of Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi, Capri, Naples, Florence, Tuscany, Lucca, Pisa, and Siena

  • Private cruise and swim around Capri

  • Pizza-making at La Galatea Farm in Sorrento

  • Visits to Pompeii, the Uffizi Gallery, and the Leaning Tower of Pisa

• Accommodations: Grand Hotel La Favorita, Brunelleschi Hotel Florence

• Meals: 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners

• Age Requirements: Minimum age 5; suggested age 6+

• Departure Dates: Multiple dates in 2025, including adult-exclusive departures still have limited availability AFTER July. For 2026, there are numerous departures with the first being May 8.

Amalfi Coast

3. Northern Italy & Switzerland

Admire the majesty of Northern Italy and Switzerland as you travel through Alpine passes, cruise across Lake Como and stand in awe of the Matterhorn. Whether you’re zip lining, cooking pasta or riding a train up a mountain slope, you’ll enjoy being immersed in the unsurpassed beauty of the region’s people, culture and scenery.

BEST for adventurous and outdoorsy travelers who want to combine zip lining and learning to cook pasta in the same exciting trip!

• Duration: 8 days / 7 nights

• Highlights:

  • Cruise on Lake Como and visit to Isola Bella

  • Zip-lining in the Alps and a train ride up the Gornergrat Bahn

  • Exploration of Lucerne and a Mt. Titlis excursion

  • Italian cooking class and Swiss cheese fondue lunch

• Accommodations: Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees, Mont Cervin Palace or Schweizerhof Zermatt, Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern

• Meals: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners

• Age Requirements: Minimum age 5; suggested age 6+

• Departure Dates: 2025 departures are almost completely sold out. A few limited spots are available. Departures in 2026 are available for May to September.

4. Sicily

Experience the beauty, history and traditions that have been cultivated over the 10,000 years since this island paradise off Italy’s southeast coast was first settled. With features that include hilly landscapes, stunning coastlines and the most active volcano in Europe, it’s no wonder that the land has shaped the people who call it home. And as any visitor quickly finds out, the Sicilian people are welcoming to all those who come and embrace the food, culture and way of life that is truly unique to this magical island.

BEST for curious travelers who may have already been to the mainland and want to further their exploration of Italy.

• Duration: 8 days / 7 nights

• Highlights:

  • Visits to Palermo, Monreale, Agrigento, Piazza Armerina, Caltagirone, Siracusa, Mt. Etna, and Taormina

  • Exploration of five UNESCO World Heritage Sites

  • Culinary experiences including market tours, cheese-making, and wine tasting

  • Hands-on activities like puppet-making and ceramics painting

• Accommodations: Grand Hotel et Des Palmes, Doric Eco Boutique Resort & Spa, Ortea Palace Hotel, NH Collection Taormina

• Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 4 Dinners

• Age Requirements: Minimum age 5; suggested age 6+

• Departure Dates: 2025 departures are almost completely sold out. A few limited spots are available. Departures in 2026 are available for May to September.

  
  

  

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Final Thoughts

Adventures by Disney's Italian itineraries offer a blend of cultural immersion, historical exploration, and family-friendly activities. Whether you're interested in the classic sights of Rome and Venice, the coastal beauty of the Amalfi Coast, the alpine adventures of Switzerland, or the rich heritage of Sicily, there's a journey tailored to your interests.

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Mary Graham, Verified Travel Advisor and Owner of Trips by Mary has hands on, personal experience with Adventures by Disney itineraries, including the Rome, Tuscany and Venice adventure. Mary would be delighted to help you with planning your travel and answering your questions about AbD or any other travel you may consider.

Email: mary@tripsbymary.com or call 919-817-4081