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Italy - College Volleyball 2025
- Milan
- Como
- Venice (TBA)
- Florence
- Montecatini Terme
- Lucca
- Cinque Terre
- Rome
These cities may changed depending on the availability of teams to play. Venice is may not be possible to visit due to schedule and entrance rules to the city.
- Guided walking tour of Como
- Pasta making experience
- Guided walking tour of Milan with possible entrance to roof terrace of Duomo
- Boat cruise on Lake Como to Bellagio
- Explore Venice (TBA)
- Guided walking tour of Florence
- Bike tour of Lucca
- Hiking in Cinque Terre
- Explore Rome - Guided walking tour and free time to visit on your own
- Exhibition games against clubs from Italy
Cost Overview
$4,695.00
Complete Package
(Airfare From Gateway City Included)
- Round trip airfare included from USA – Gateway city will be confirmed 4-5 months prior to departure. For this tour it will most likely be JFK or other New York area airport
- Cost quoted is for double and triple shared rooms
$3,495.00
Ground Package Only
(Airfare Not Included)
- You are responsible for meeting the group at your own expense.
- Some passengers may want to shorten or lengthen your tour.
- This may only possible if you purchase your airline ticket separate from the group.
- Please confirm on your registration that you will be purchasing the ground package.
- We will need to know 4- 5 months prior to departure.
- Do NOT purchase your airline ticket until AIST has confirmed we have a full team for the tour.
Sample Payment Schedule
(per person)
All payments are fully refundable until November 1, 2023. After this date there will be a minimum cancellation fee of $250.
- Deposit due once confirmed – $500
- 6-7 months prior to departure – 30% of total balance
- 5 months prior to departure – 50% of total balance
- 2 months prior to departure – All balances due
Actual payment schedule will depend on when we receive your first payment. Other costs incurred will depend on each individual’s spending habits. Connecting airfare to gateway city, souvenirs, some meals and any personal expenses will not be covered.
Sample Itinerary
This is only a sample Itinerary. The final itinerary will not be available until 2-3 weeks prior to departure. Some activities and cities may change based on the game schedule. Included guided visits may be changed based on availability at time of booking for the group. Venice is subject to location of games and may be removed from tour but we will do our best to schedule that as part of the tour.
Day 1 – Tentatively May 24, 2025
- Departure from your international airport to Milan, in Italy.
- Due to the time difference, arrival in Italy the following day.
Day 2
- Upon arrival in Milan, collect luggage and board your bus to transfer to Como for a guided visit of the city
- Free time to explore and Lunch on your own
- Afternoon transfer to hotel for check in around 4pm
- Pasta Making experience with dinner included
- Overnight in Como area for 3 nights
Day 3
- Breakfast at hotel and transfer to Milan for guided tour
- Free time to explore on your own (Optional visit of the Duomo)
- Lunch on your own
- Game 1 vs. Local club
- Return to hotel for overnight
Day 4
- Breakfast at hotel and transfer to Como harbor in time to get your boat cruise from Como up to Bellagio with a local tour guide on board .Enjoy!
- Lunch will be on your own
- Game 2 vs. Local Club in Milan area
- Dinner on your own
- Overnight at hotel
Day 5
This day is subject to change due to entry requirements to the city as well as game schedules. Alternative cities will be included pending game schedule as needed.
- Breakfast at hotel and check-out
- Departure to Venice, the romantic Lagoon.
- Once at Tronchetto parking area, private boat transfer to St. Mark’s Square in Venice and time to have lunch on your own
- Leisure time to explore
- Lunch on your own
- Overnight at hotel in Mestre or Padua (near Venice)
- Dinner on your own
Day 6
- Breakfast at hotel and transfer to Lucca for a Bike’s tour of the city
- Lunch on your own and leisure time to stroll and shop around
- Game 3 vs. Local Club
- Dinner on your own and overnight at hotel in Montecatini Terme.
Day 7
- Breakfast at hotel and transfer to Florence (about 45 Minutes)
- Enjoy a walking guided visit of the city with a local bilingual tour guide
- Lunch on your own
- Free time to explore Florence
- Dinner on your own
- Return to Montecatini Terme for overnight
Day 8
- Breakfast at hotel
- Departure to Cinque Terre (Five Lands), a rugged portion of coast on the West Italian Riviera. Part of its charm is the lack of visible corporate development
- Once at La Spezia train station, you will take the local train to Levanto. You can stop along the trip for visiting one or two of the most beautiful villages of the Five Lands (train ticket is included)
- Lunch on own
- Enjoy the day on the beach or hiking between the cities of Vernaza and Montarosso
- Dinner on your own and overnight at hotel in Montecatini Terme
Day 9
- Transfer to Rome
- Get on board on your bus and transfer to Rome downtown for a guided visit of the city with a local bilingual tour guide
- Lunch will be on your own
- Final transfer to your selected hotel in Rome area, check-in, dinner included and overnight (2 nights)
Day 10
- Breakfast at hotel
- Optional and not included: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Or Possibility to enter the Colosseum(ticket admission not included) - These options should be booked in advance 1-2 months prior to departure. We will need to confirm the times prior to your booking to make sure it doesn't conflict with the itinerary which is subject to change
- Lunch will be on your own
- Afternoon free time at disposal for personal exploration of the area
- Farewell dinner included
- Overnight at hotel
Day 11
- Box or regular breakfast at your hotel
- Departure to the Intl. airport of Rome FCO in time to catch your flight back home.
- End of services. Ciao Italia! Thanks for the memories!
Tour Inclusions
- Round trip airfare with complete packages – Ground packages available if you would like to arrive or depart separately from the group
- Accommodations: 3-star and 4-star on most tours - Double and Triple rooms shared - Exception: UK tours we will use Hostels for part of the tour
- Breakfast everyday and 3-6 dinners included depending on the tour - other meals will be on your own expense - Exception: DR tours all meals are included
- 2-5 Exhibition games vs. Local clubs/National teams or tournaments depending on the tour
- Sightseeing and excursion – As stated on the itinerary - Excursions listed as Optional are not included in the cost
- All Airport transfers for those booked with the group flight and transportation to scheduled activities on our private executive motor coach bus with driver - Bus service subject to 8/9 hours per day based on local driving laws
- Professional multi-lingual tour manager to be with your group throughout the tour
- Uniforms for players on AIST select teams
- Amazing sightseeing excursions
- Authentic cultural experience
- Educational guided tours
- Free time to explore on your own - We allow you to enjoy the tour as you prefer as long are you with 3-4 other group members in safe areas
- Travel with the safety of your group and full-time local tour managers
- Experiences that last a lifetime
Friends And Family Members Of Our AIST Select Team Members
Friends and Family are always welcome to join our select team tours. The inclusions for friends and family members would be the same with exception of the uniforms and playing time of course. They will be on the bus and included in all the activities and meals the athletes are receiving. We can provide a first class tour with the group and you won’t have to worry about where to stay, how to get around or the best places to see. We will have a complete tour set up for you with a full time guide to help you get around. You’ll also have the flexibility to do your own thing if that’s what you prefer. You’ll have the option of rooming with the athlete you are traveling with or private accommodations for yourself (additional fees for private accommodations).
Important Information Regarding Friends And Family Travel:
ACCOMMODATIONS
Most of our tours will be accommodated in 3 Star Superior and 4 star hotels based on European standards. Some tours are accommodated in University or Hostel accommodations (Mostly UK Tours). You will always have a private room with your friends and family with private facilities but the accommodations may be on a lower standard than you may be accustom to. You can enjoy the experience of travel with the team or we can upgrade you on the tours with these types of accommodations for a surcharge of $50 per person, per night.
WALKING/BIKING TOURS
Most of our tours will have walking tours that require good fitness and mobility. If you require special assistance or do not think you are capable of keeping up with the group, please let us know in advance and we will accommodate you the best we can.
AIRFARE
AIST will have seats blocked for a limited number of people. Once those seats are gone we will no longer have the same fare or price guarantee. If you would like to book your trip with the group flight you will need to make a deposit that is non-refundable to reserve your seat. Please confirm with AIST in advance to make sure we still have seats available. You are more than welcome to book your own flights to meet the group abroad.
CHANGING YOUR TRAVEL DATES
Can’t make it for the whole tour? No problem, you can book your own flight to meet the team when it’s convenient for you. Please confirm with AIST that the trip is confirmed and where we will be on your arrival. We will quote you a ground package for the length of your stay.
Keep in mind that our tours are catered to the athletes and we will schedule everything around the games and tournaments as needed. We encourage the support and will do our best to make it an exciting trip for everyone involved.
Cost for Family and Friends
The cost of our AIST select team tours is the same as the athlete you are traveling with as long as you are in a double or triple room. If you require a single room (1 person in the room) an additional cost will be applied.
A discount is available for friends and family who register and deposit before November 1 of the year prior to your departure. The discount is $250 off the cost of any AIST select team tour traveling to Europe destinations. Discount does not apply to Dominican Republic or Costa Rica tours. Cost is quoted per person.
ROOM SIZE:
- Single Room = 1 person - 1 Bed
- Double Room = 2 people (Each person has own bed – or double bed may be requested but is not guaranteed)
- Triple Room = 3 people (Twin Beds or double bed with one twin may be requested but is not guaranteed)
Special arrangements can be made for you to meet the group if you do not want to stay for the entire trip.
If you have 10 or more interested in joining you, please contact us for a special price quote for the entire group.
SAMPLE PAYMENT Schedule for 10-12 day tours including airfare:
- Initial Deposit Due depends on the timing of your booking: $500 minimum
- 5 Months prior to departure: 50%
- 3 Months prior to departure: 75%
- 2 Months prior to departure: All balances due
Next Step! - Confirm Space is available
If you are interested in joining our group, please email us at info@aist.us to confirm we have availability.
To confirm a place on tour please contact us with the following information:
- Name of Athlete you are traveling with
- Number of passengers to join the athlete
- Airfare included or Ground package only
- Full tour or partial tour - if partial tour please include your preferred travel dates for a custom price quote
We look forward to having you on tour!
Can’t wait to start planning again!
Maria Marchesano - University of Purdue - Ft. Wayne Women's Basketball tour of Italy
“Traveling with AIST for our program’s first foreign tour in over 10 years was the best decision we made. From day one of planning out the details to the day we got back, their guidance, help, and amazing attitudes made the trip go as smoothly as possible. I can’t wait to start planning with them again in a couple of years!”
Contact Us
Steps to Join
Request a Position
Fill out the position form so we can verify your position is still available. This works on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Wait for Confirmation
Within 1-3 days we will contact you from info@aist.us either confirming or denying acceptance on selected tour.
Register and Deposit
Registration and deposit info will be emailed. Once registration and deposit is received, you are on the final roster!
Benefits of traveling with AIST.
Our program is designed to give athletes the opportunity explore the world and learn about other cultures. Not only do you get to play a sport you love, you get to do it with others who share the same passion. Here are a few reasons to travel with AIST select teams:
- Cultural Experience of a Lifetime
- Personal Growth
- Educational sightseeing excursions
- Emersion into an unfamiliar atmosphere
- Develop new techniques and improve skills
- A better understanding of the world
- New friends from around the world
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