FAQ

Question 1

Passport, visa & entry requirements

Accepted Answer

* In order to enter Italy, U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport with an expiration date extending at least six months beyond the date of reentry.
* We recommend having at least one blank passport page for entry stamps.
* Beginning in 2025, U.S. and Canadian passport holders must register for an [ETIAS](https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftravel-europe.europa.eu%2Fetias_en&data=05%7C01%7C%7C6d2b38859eae47b0da2a08dba421f137%7Cf0d1c6fddff0486a8e91cfefefc7d98d%7C0%7C0%7C638284238040739788%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Pxn4%2Fu%2Fkz8GELqvzmgyLsXXTL4sPz%2B2KTz%2B533hfGI0%3D&reserved=0) travel authorization in order to enter many European countries.
* Passport holders from over 60 visa-exempt countries (including the U.S. and Canada) will need to apply for an ETIAS travel authorization in order to visit 30 European countries. That means that even if you’ve previously traveled to any of these European countries without a visa, starting in 2025, you’ll need to get ETIAS authorization to visit them again. If you’re traveling to multiple countries with this requirement, you only need to complete the form once. All Go Ahead travelers are responsible for obtaining their own ETIAS travel authorization before departure. For more details, please visit our [Help Center](https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsupport.goaheadtours.com%2Fhc%2Fen-us%2Farticles%2F17596554099739-ETIAS-travel-authorization&data=05%7C01%7C%7C6d2b38859eae47b0da2a08dba421f137%7Cf0d1c6fddff0486a8e91cfefefc7d98d%7C0%7C0%7C638284238040739788%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=UrPDlVIIAqXSOYuZCOxyLzIRHuq4ODPsPdNQpo9hZcA%3D&reserved=0).
* If you are not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact your destination country’s consulate for your specific entry requirements.
* You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to **[goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements](/entry-requirements?tourCode=ATK)** and searching the code ATK.

Question 2

Tour pacing & mobility

Accepted Answer

* You will walk for at least 3.5 hours daily across moderately uneven terrain, including paved roads  and cobblestone streets, with some hills and stairs. 
* Travelers should be healthy enough to participate  in all included walks without assistance. 
* You should feel comfortable managing your own baggage at times. 
* Go Ahead Tours and the Tour Director who accompanies your group are unable to provide special, individual mobility assistance to travelers  on tour. The responsibility of the Tour Director is to ensure the group as a whole enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing, individualized assistance  to any one traveler. 
* If you have any mobility concerns or physical restrictions, please contact our Customer  Experience Team.

Question 3

Transportation & arrival information

Accepted Answer

- Round-trip flights booked through Go Ahead Tours arrive in Turin and depart from Florence.  A representative from Go Ahead Tours will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Please remain in the arrival lounge, as the representative might be escorting one of your fellow travelers  to the bus at the time of your arrival.
- Transfers to and from the airport at your destination are included for travelers who have purchased their flights through Go Ahead Tours.
- All other included transportation on this tour is by private motor coach.

Question 4

Baggage allowance

Accepted Answer

* Please note that our travelers are limited to one checked bag and one carry-on bag per person due to storage limitations on motor coaches and other transfers, which may include train connections  or flights. 
* Contact your airline(s) for baggage size and weight restrictions for your flights, which may include on-tour flights in addition to your round-trip flights to and from tour. Please note that your included on-tour flights may have more restrictive baggage limits. 
* Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage or exceed baggage  size and weight restrictions. Be advised that you  are responsible for any baggage fees incurred  on all flights. 
* Make sure you label your baggage and keep valuables, medication, and documents in your  carry-on bag.

Question 5

Clothing & packing tips

Accepted Answer

* We recommend packing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that can be easily layered to accommodate varying temperatures, as well as a light jacket  or rainwear. 
* A sturdy pair of walking shoes or sneakers is recommended for sightseeing. 
* You may want to pack dressier attire if you plan to visit a high-end restaurant or attend a special performance. 
* It is preferable not to visit churches or other religious sites with bare legs and shoulders (and entrance may be denied on this basis).

Question 6

Health

Accepted Answer

* At least 60 days prior to departure, check with your doctor or healthcare provider for the latest updates and entry requirements, or visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov.
* If you have medication that you take daily, be sure  you have enough for each day of the tour as well as any possible delays encountered.
* If you have dietary restrictions and/or food allergies please notify Go Ahead Tours at least 30 days prior  to departure by logging in to your account and updating your traveler info. To update this information closer to your departure date, please call our Customer Experience Team.
* You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to **[goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements](/entry-requirements?tourCode=ATK)** and searching the code ATK.

Question 7

Cuisine

Accepted Answer

* Northern Italy is known for flavorful meats and pastries. 
* Tuscany is world-famous for its wine, oil, sauces, and pasta. Menus favor subtle, lighter pastas and desserts made with nuts, fruit, and honey. Try a dish featuring the region’s Chianina beef, perhaps the most prized breed of cattle in all of Italy. For wine, popular Tuscan reds include Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, which are primarily made from the Sangiovese grape. Well-known white wines are also made around the San Gimignano region. 
* For more authentic meals, try local *trattorias*, small restaurants set away from the main piazzas. A typical Italian meal includes wines and the occasional beer, followed by a few sips of after-dinner drinks like *grappa* or *limoncello*.

Question 8

Electricity & air conditioning

Accepted Answer

* Italy operates on the European standard 220-240 volts and uses Types C, F, or L plugs with two or  three small, round pins. 
* We recommend packing a universal adapter, as well as a voltage converter if you plan on using your own hairdryer or other device without a built-in converter. 
* The strength of the air conditioning in European hotels is often not as strong or as cool as what you might be used to in the U.S. or Canada. When air conditioning is available, it is usually regulated seasonally and controlled centrally by the hotel. 
* Your hotels may provide hairdryers, irons, and other small appliances. However, these amenities cannot  be guaranteed.

Question 9

Connectivity

Accepted Answer

* Wi-Fi is available in most hotels, though some  charges may apply. 
* There is no Wi-Fi on any of the motor coaches. 
* Please contact your mobile service provider for information on roaming charges.

Question 10

Time zones

Accepted Answer

* Italy is one hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and six hours ahead of Eastern Time (ET). 
* When it’s noon in New York, it’s 6pm on tour.

Question 11

Currency

Accepted Answer

* You will use the euro on tour. 
* Better rates of exchange are usually available overseas, although it’s worth ordering some currency from your local bank to use when you first arrive. 
* We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks as needed. 
* You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs on the international networks Cirrus and Plus, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees. 
* Inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges. 
* International banks and businesses primarily accept debit and credit cards that work with the EMV chip system. If you do not already have at least one debit or credit card with a chip in it, we strongly recommend requesting one from your bank prior  to your tour.

Question 12

Tipping

Accepted Answer

- At the conclusion of your tour, it’s customary to offer your Tour Director and driver a gratuity in local currency. Please keep current exchange rates in mind.
- We recommend tipping the equivalent of $10USD to $12USD per person per day for your Tour Director and the equivalent of $3USD per person per day for your driver.
- If applicable, we also recommend the equivalent  of $2USD per local guide.
- Tips can only be paid in cash.

Date	Extension	Price
2025
Almost full		$6,019 CAD, $200 CAD off $6,219 CAD
		$6,069 CAD, $150 CAD off $6,219 CAD
		$6,069 CAD, $150 CAD off $6,219 CAD
		$6,069 CAD, $150 CAD off $6,219 CAD
		$6,029 CAD, $150 CAD off $6,179 CAD
2026
		$6,109 CAD, $150 CAD off $6,259 CAD
		$6,259 CAD
		$6,259 CAD
		$6,259 CAD
		$6,259 CAD
		$6,219 CAD

Date	Extension	Price
2025
Almost full		$6,019 CAD, $200 CAD off $6,219 CAD
		$6,069 CAD, $150 CAD off $6,219 CAD
		$6,069 CAD, $150 CAD off $6,219 CAD
		$6,069 CAD, $150 CAD off $6,219 CAD
		$6,029 CAD, $150 CAD off $6,179 CAD
2026
		$6,109 CAD, $150 CAD off $6,259 CAD
		$6,259 CAD
		$6,259 CAD
		$6,259 CAD
		$6,259 CAD
		$6,219 CAD

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