If Italy’s been on your family travel wish list, this is a brilliant multi-stop route that’s both affordable and easy to do by train - with 9 nights in Italy for under £600pp in the August school holiday!
The price we've found includes return flights, 4 night stay in Rome and a 5 night stay in Florence plus trains between all cities. This itinerary is perfect for kids, (and adults) as it allows time in the city, along with european camps with pools and woodland living.
This rail itinerary includes Rome, Naples, Florence and Pisa.
As usual, everything we share is for you to DIY your own trip. We hope you can take this information to build your own break and live out your travel dreams on a budget. We have personally travelled around Italy multiple times with our children, and it's so easy to do. You can read about our 16 night trip here.
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Flights depart to Rome from various airports on the 19th August 2026. For this itinerary you will then fly home from Pisa airport on 28th August 2026. Flights are payable upfront in full on booking.
Prices range from £89pp to £131pp depending on your outbound airport choice.
Manchester £113pp return
Outbound Flight to Rome £73pp click here
Inbound Flight from Pisa £40pp click here
London Stansted £89pp
Outbound Flight to Rome £46pp click here
Inbound Flight from Pisa £43pp click here
London Luton £89pp
Outbound Flight to Rome £56pp click here
Inbound Flight from Pisa £33pp click here
Bristol £131pp
Outbound Flight to Rome £68pp click here
Inbound Flight from Pisa £63pp click here
Dublin £128pp
Outbound Flight to Rome £64pp click here
Inbound Flight from Pisa £64 click here
For this trip we have chosen 2 bases, one in Rome and one in Florence.
You will spend 4 nights at Hu Roma Camping (Rome), followed by 5 nights at Hu Firenze Camping (Florence).
Both accommodation options are book now and pay later.
The site has a pool, restaurant, mini-market, and regular shuttle buses into central Rome, making sightseeing super simple.
Think Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and pizza in Trastevere – all easy to reach without staying right in the city centre.
💰 Cost: £686 total / £172pp (book now, pay later)
Dates: 19th to 23rd August 2026 (Wednesday to Sunday)
Accommodation Type: Chalet
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Your next stop is Hu Firenze Camping in Town, a family-friendly resort-style site with pools, on-site dining, and easy access to Florence.
You can reach the centre in around 20 minutes by local bus or taxi.
From Florence, wander across the Ponte Vecchio, climb the Duomo, and enjoy some of Italy’s best gelato.
💰 Cost: £672 total / £168pp (book now, pay later)
Dates: 23rd August - 28th August 2026 (Sunday - Friday)
Accommodation Type: Chalet
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Rome to Naples: While in Rome, you're going to use one of your days to visit Naples. The direct high-speed train takes just 56 minutes and costs around £13pp each way (£104 total for a family of four).
Spend a day exploring the historic old town, grab a slice of authentic Neapolitan pizza, or take the funicular to Castel Sant’Elmo for views over Mount Vesuvius. For kids, there’s Underground Naples tours, Castel dell’Ovo by the sea, or a short hop to Pompeii if you’re feeling adventurous!
Rome to Florence: On Sunday 23rd August, take another high-speed train (around £35pp / £140 per family) north to Florence, taking around 1hr 37 mins and check in to your next accommodation.
Florence to Pisa: On a day of your choosing during your stay in Florence, take a day trip to Pisa. The fastest train takes just 51 minutes and costs £9pp each way (£72 total for 4).
These are approximate prices based on train travel in the next month. We recommend booking train tickets 3 months before travel. Quite often there are summer promotions, especially when travel with children, so you may be able to get train tickets for less than the prices above.
We recommend booking train tickets through Trenitalia or Trainline (we use both).
Luggage: You’ll each get a small backpack included in your flight fare. Order all your toiletries online with Boots, for pickup airside to save on liquids (it will not only save you lots of space but they’re cheaper to pre-order than buy on the day at the airport). You may want to add one checked suitcase (around £30-£40 each way), but pack light – you’ll thank yourself on the trains!
Transfers:
Rome: Taxi or Uber to Hu Roma (~€60 for 4)
Florence Hu Firenze → Pisa Airport: Easy by public transport
Don't forgot to read our trip blog for lots of tips on taking a trip
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This is a fantastic DIY trip that combines the highlights of Italy – from ancient Rome to Renaissance Florence – without breaking the bank. One you'll be talking about for years to come, and one you're children will never forget!
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