The Italy you came for. With the keys in your hand.
What Makes Our Self-Drive Holidays Different?
Tailor-Made →
It’s your trip. We just make it happen.
Stays →
The kind of places you tell people about back home.
Driving →
No stress. No surprises. Just drive.
Routes →
We send you the scenic way, not the sat-nav way.
Discover Chianti by Car
Rolling vineyards, long lunches, and no fixed plan.
Chianti is made for scenic drives — and slow travel. Explore vineyard valleys, hilltowns, and historic roads between Florence and Siena.
- Chiantigiana Road – A beautiful drive through olive groves and vines.
- Monteriggioni – A perfectly preserved walled village.
- Radda in Chianti – Wine, piazzas, and big sky views.
Other Favourite Routes
Here are a few of our most popular self-drive routes — fully customizable to your travel style.
A 14-night journey from city buzz to beach calm — Palermo’s backstreets, wine trails near Menfi, and the coves of San Vito Lo Capo.
FROM £ 2,830 per person - 14 nights
Two weeks tracing Italy’s quieter coast — cliffside roads, fishing villages, and the slow rhythm of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
FROM £ 3,250 per person - 14 nights
Rolling through Maremma’s vineyards, spa towns, and the beachy elegance of Versilia. 14 days of offbeat Tuscany.
FROM £ 3,325 per person - 14 nights
A family-ready route from Garda’s shores to the peaks of the Dolomites — scenic walks, vineyard stops, and mountain air.
FROM £ 9,670 for 2 adults + 2 children (up to 16) | 14 nights
What people always ask us
Not sure how it all works? We’ve got you.
1. What’s included?
Unlimited mileage, insurance (with excess), airport fees, local taxes, and an excess refund policy for peace of mind.
2. Is there an excess?
Yes, amounts vary by car type — but we include a refund policy to cover eligible costs in case of damage or theft.
3. Do I need a credit card?
Yes. A valid credit card is required. A hold equal to the full excess is applied at pick-up.
4. What’s the fuel policy?
Return the car with a full tank (or at least 70% battery for EVs). Refuel within 5 km of drop-off and keep your receipt.
5. Driver age limits?
Minimum age varies by car (usually 21–25). A surcharge may apply under 25. No upper age limit.
6. Licence rules?
You’ll need a full licence held for 1–2 years. Non‑EU drivers also need an International Driving Permit - UK driving license is valid.
Plan Smarter, Travel Better
Tips, inspiration, and what to know before you hit the road.
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Clients often mention what matters most — care, precision, and the sense of travelling with someone who knows the way.
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Package holidays are sold by ExpertoItaly Ltd (Reg. 12035194)
Call us on +44 (0) 77 3838 5790
Registered office: 33 Miles Close, London, SE28 0NJ
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Friday 9am to 5:30pm
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