Best time to go walking in Italy
We celebrated new year last year snowshoeing on mount etna. fire and ice. Very, very nice![]()
Soaring temperatures in July-Aug mean this isn't the best time to go on a walking vacation in Italy, particularly on the Amalfi Coast, Sicily and Sardinia. May-June and Sep-Oct are perfect in these parts, although there is respite in the high peaks of the Dolomites and Alps. There are always empty hiking trails to be found away from the chic brigade during peak season, but ferries and accommodation book up far in advance. Lake Como is mild all year, despite having the Alps as a background, rarely dipping below zero in winter. And when the snow falls, try snowshoeing in the Dolomites or on Mount Etna.
walking in Italy, month by month
Our Italy walking Vacations
Amalfi Coast walking vacation, Italy
Walk in lemon groves and hillside villages
From
US $1779 to US $2579
8 days
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Puglia small group tour, Italy
Puglia, whitewashed towns, traditional farmland and fine cuisine
From
US $2399 to US $2879
8 days
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Tuscany tours, walking and wine tasting in Italy
Walking and wine tasting in Tuscany
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US $2049 to US $2349
8 days
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Sicily walking vacation, Sicilian Volcanoes
Discover Mt Etna and the beautiful volcanic achipelago
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US $2279 to US $2949
8 days
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Dolomites walking vacation in Italy
Sandwiched between the spectacular peaks of the Dolomites
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US $2579 to US $2879
8 days
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Piedmont walking vacation, Vineyards of Barolo
A gastronomic gem quietly tucked away
From
£2209
9 days
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Tuscany Weather Chart
MIN °C
MAX °C
RAIN (mm)
JAN
1
10
75
FEB
2
12
75
MAR
5
15
72
APR
8
19
68
MAY
11
23
64
JUN
15
27
55
JUL
17
31
34
AUG
17
31
60
SEP
14
14
73
OCT
10
10
84
NOV
10
6
112
DEC
8
10
88
Our top Italy walking Vacation
Amalfi Coast walking vacation, Italy
Walk in lemon groves and hillside villages
From
US $1779 to US $2579
8 days
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Responsible Travel recommends
Chloe Knott, one of the alpine aficionados at our leading supplier, Exodus, gives her advice on the when to go on a walking vacation in Italy, especially around Mont Blanc:
“For the Tour de Mont Blanc generally, the climbing window is between June and September. September is great - the trails are generally a little quieter whilst the weather is usually still warm and clear. November isn’t ideal as you have less daylight hours and unpredictable weather.
“For the Tour de Mont Blanc generally, the climbing window is between June and September. September is great - the trails are generally a little quieter whilst the weather is usually still warm and clear. November isn’t ideal as you have less daylight hours and unpredictable weather.
The main climbing season for the ascent of Mont Blanc is from June to September. Expect warm temperatures (15 to 25ºC) in the valleys, cool (5 to 15ºC) on the passes (though it will feel colder if wet and windy) and very cold (-20ºC) on the summit, with strong winds too.
For snowshoeing, there is usually a blanket of snow between December and March.”
Emily Chrystie – tour leader with our supplier of Amalfi Coast walking vacations, Exodus:
"In lemon season (March to July), as we’re walking to go up the mountain, locals will come up give us enormous bags full of lemons completely out of the kindness of their hearts."
"In lemon season (March to July), as we’re walking to go up the mountain, locals will come up give us enormous bags full of lemons completely out of the kindness of their hearts."
More about Italy walking
Discover la via e bella as you peruse our Italy walking travel guide and find out what walking in Italy entails.
Our Italy walking vacation highlights will take you from Mont Blanc in the north-west, down to Naples and Sicily.
From Amalfi to Mont Blanc, these are our top ten walking vacations in Italy or primo promenades, if you prefer.
Amalfi Coast walking vacations are romantic, rugged, classy and classic. Read our guide to discover the best way to explore.
You probably know the drink, but walking in the Prosecco Hills is a chance to discover where it comes from.
Puglia remains a largely undiscovered walking destination, a wonderful place to escape the crowds.
Walking is a fantastic way to discover the distinct and vibrant culture of Sicily, especially its food and wine. Read our Sicily walking guide to discover more.
There’s a reason why walking vacations in Tuscany are the next best thing to mozzarella, basil and tomatoes.
If you’re keen to take your walking in a decidedly muscular direction, consider tackling the mountainside ladders and cables known as via ferrata.
We’ve asked our tour ops to give us their expert tips to help you travel safely on Italy walking vacations.
You may think you can walk the walk but if you’re looking for responsible walking vacations in Italy, read on.
