Italy FAQs​
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1. When is the best time of year to visit Italy?​
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Any time of year is a great time of year to travel to Italy. Typically, for basketball teams, the best time of year to travel is during school breaks such as Spring Break, Summer Break, Fall Break, and Christmas Break.
2. What cities in Italy are the best to visit for basketball teams?
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The best cities in Italy to visit with a basketball team are Florence, Rome, and Milan. These cities offer the best overall package of competitive games and fantastic cultural sightseeing. However, Premier International Tours can offer other customizable tours to additional destinations in Italy.
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3. How much does it cost to go to Italy?
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The package price per person to visit Italy starts at $2,100.00, but can change depending on the time of year the team travels, what airport the teams use, what location in Italy they are staying, sightseeing choices, and more.
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4. What’s included in the price of a tour to Italy?
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Included in the package price for a tour to Italy is round-trip airfare, 3 or 4-star hotel accommodation, sporting program, breakfast, lunch, and dinner, full-time exclusive coach bus, full-time bi-lingual tour guide, and airport transfers in Italy.
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5. What kind of sightseeing can my team do in Italy?
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The best cities in Italy to visit with a basketball team are Florence, Rome, and Milan. In Florence, rich cultural attractions include the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (Duomo), the Uffizi Gallery, Palazzo Vecchio, and the Boboli Gardens, offering a blend of art, history, and nature. In Rome, sightseeing highlights include the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica, Roman Forum, and vibrant piazzas like Piazza Navona and the Trevi Fountain. Milan features the monumental Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano), La Scala opera house, and Sforza Castle, alongside world-class shopping.
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6. What kind of basketball program will my team have on a trip to Italy?
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Included in the tour package are 3 friendly games against local teams of similar level to your team. Additionally, we can arrange space for a training session with your coach.