Ski the Dolomites Trip

Walk and use urban transit in Rome and Florence. Trains connect major cities and the Cinque Terre villages; a car is more useful for Tuscan countryside, Sardinia, and the multi-base Dolomites routes. Collect a rental only when leaving a city, check restricted-traffic zones before driving into historic centers, and use the transport model saved on your chosen itinerary. Mountain road conditions and lift operations can change the day's plan.

Visa

U.S. passport holders can visit Italy for tourism without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen Area. Your passport must remain valid for at least three months after your planned Schengen departure; six months is recommended, and two blank pages are required. Carry proof of onward travel and sufficient funds. As checked October 21, 2026, the live official EU ETIAS portal says the system is not operating and is not collecting applications. No exact launch date is announced on that current notice. Recheck travel-europe.europa.eu and official entry guidance before departure. Visa guidance

COVID

Italy’s Ministry of Health currently states that there are no COVID-19-related entry restrictions and that a Green Pass or equivalent COVID-19 certification is not required. The official page was read on October 21, 2026; its displayed update date is March 27, 2023. Recheck official health and entry notices before departure, because requirements can change. COVID guidance

Italian is the national language. English is commonly used at major attractions, hotels, and transport hubs in Rome, Florence, and other busy visitor areas. In smaller Tuscan towns and rural Sardinia, basic Italian is useful for meals, directions, and local services. German is also widely used in South Tyrol, and Ladin and Sardinian languages form part of the local cultural landscape. Learn a few greetings and ask before switching to English.