From vibrant cities to stunning mountain scenery, sun soaked vineyards and ancient ruins, Italy is a truly inspirational country. The passionate people and language along with amazing food and drink make this country difficult to resist.
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Budget Accommodation Options for Italy
Italy's backpacker hostels are run by AIG, the Italian branch of Hostelling International. Otherwise you can camp, campsites are generally inexpensive and come with a convenience store, restaurant and pool attached, or if you're in the mountains stay in one of the stunningly located Rifugios, the price often includes breakfast. Farmstays - Agriturismo - are also popular. Prices are cheaper if you avoid the peak seasons
A travellers Budget for Italy
Cheap food and drink is reasonably easy to come
by if you go slightly off the main streets in towns and cities. Take advantage
of local wines if you're eating out. You can make use of the markets for
cheap fruit and veg and of course supermarkets are a cheap way to eat
if you've access to cooking facilities.
Travelling by local train is cheaper than InterCity and express services
and 2nd class is about half the price of 1st class. Local trains will
also carry a bicycle, and you can take your bike on ferries for free.
Otherwise taking the bus between towns can be a faster and cheaper option.
Activities for Budget Travellers
Although not renowned for being a cheap and country,
it's possible to eat and drink well, see some amazing scenery and top
attractions without emptying your wallet.
Entry to state museums is half price if you hold an EU passport or if
your country has a reciprocal agreement.
Hiking and Walking in the Alps and the Dolomites - there are hundreds
of marked ways in the mountains with stunning scenery and a variety of
levels.
Via Ferratta - rock climbing without the hassle of a rope or scrambling
with extra security depending on how hardcore you want to be - the routes
are all marked on the Tabacco series of maps and are usually accessible
by gondola from the nearest town, although many are within walking distance.
You can usually hire the equipment from a local climbing shop if you don't
want to invest in your own.
Cycling is popular and of course it's cheaper to move under your own steam.
Bikes are usually available for rent from about 10 Euros a day.
Get a Rolling Venice Pass and a Chorus Pass if you plan to go to the Floating
City for discounts on food, accommodation and tourist attractions.
Often there multiple entry tickets available for the top tourist attractions
in the major cities.
