Christina, it is completely
Submitted by prairiepaintbrush on Fri, 08/22/2014 - 18:42In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
Christina, it is completely up to you, which kind of travel you are accustomed to and enjoy. Have you ever driven in a foreign country? Are you comfortable touring by train and bus, going by your own schedule? I'd not, you may want to choose a tour package that appeals to you. You could also arrange a package tour, then stay on, on your own for a period of time.
Prariepaintbrush,
Submitted by ChristinaE on Sat, 09/13/2014 - 17:20In reply to Christina, it is completely by prairiepaintbrush
Hello. In Italy it is not
Submitted by Loredana on Sat, 09/13/2014 - 16:58In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
Hello. In Italy it is not necessary to go on an escorted tour. Usually these tours move from city to city at a fast pace and leave you with little free time to really experience and enjoy the cities. Although Italy is a small country, each region has its own distinct character, history, culture and cuisine. In my opinion you can easily arrange your own travel arrangements from city to city, the Italian railway can take you to the most important cities easily. If you want an personalized tour "off-the beaten path" I would suggest you hire a local tour guide who can not only show you the main attractions, but also give you an insider's point of view. Be sure to hire an officially-licensed guide. Hope this helps.
Loredana,
Submitted by ChristinaE on Sat, 09/13/2014 - 17:25In reply to Hello. In Italy it is not by Loredana
No problem. I have lead
Submitted by Loredana on Sun, 09/14/2014 - 11:14In reply to Loredana, by ChristinaE
No problem. I have lead groups of tourists from cruise ships around Tuscany and from what they have told me it seems like they really don't get a taste of the "true Italy". Even during the short time I have with them I can only show them the "touristy" aspects. Buon viaggio!
I suggest you fly into Rome
Submitted by Marti on Sat, 09/20/2014 - 22:56In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
I suggest you fly into Rome and then travel by train (it's easy) to one or more cities from there, then back to Rome for departure. Seeing the countryside by train is lovely and Rome is easy city to traverse by taxis. Pick a city or two and try to spend at least 2 days in each spot to get full experience.
Hi ! I suggest stay in
Submitted by immobiliarececchini on Sun, 09/21/2014 - 03:33In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec