In 1972, my brother Joe and I launched Central Holidays, a tour operator specializing in European tours. Since then we have been committed to revealing the treasures of our native land, Italy, and its neighboring countries in the Mediterranean. The values that Central Holidays embodies continue to shine in our exemplary client service, destination expertise and the meticulously planned tour packages and independent travel itineraries.

Established more than three decades ago, Central Holidays offers the reliability and security that you are booking and traveling with a strong, long-established, robust tour operator with a time-honored history as well as an ongoing commitment to providing the best quality travel programs and unparalleled client service.

The entire Central Holidays staff - from our headquarters team in the United States, to our office in Italy and expert destination management staff throughout Europe - is with you every step of the way - from the planning stages, to your enjoying the adventure of your dreams, and beyond - fulfilling your needs throughout your trip.

The unique attributes of a Central Holidays tour includes well-located European hotels, free wine, mineral water, and coffee with all lunches and dinners on Premier Escorted tours of Italy, and use of the increasingly popular "Hear Clear" personal audio system, which allows you to hear your knowledgeable tour director and local guides detail the visited sights and attractions, even when standing 60 ft. away from your guide.

Choose from first class tour packages including independent travel itineraries (FITs), customized individual and group travel, motorcoach escorted tours, locally hosted as well as, Mediterranean cruise packages, river cruise packages in Europe and Egypt, ski vacations and car rentals. We also provide niche-market tour packages, such as cooking classes in Italy, Spain, and France as well as wine excursions, tours for art aficionados, and vacation rentals including castles, villas, and chateaux stays.

Today, Central Holidays is the flagship brand of Central Holidays Travel Group, an entity we officially launched in 2004 with the goal of creating a diversified travel company with large-scale corporate efficiencies and buying power while maintaining the common sense management of a small business. With the acquisition of a number of strategically selected travel providers Central Holidays Travel Group companies now serve a wide range of destinations across the globe each under their respective brand.

Come see for yourself what Central Holidays Travel Group can offer you. Experience the personalized service for which we are known and revered. Visit our sister companies' sites for even more great vacations -- FranceVacations.net, EnchantingRiverCruises.com, and WorldOnSkis.com.

Bon Viaggio!

Fred Berardo
President and CEO

Unending opportunities for discovery and excitement abound...With our vast collection of travel packages including Independent, Hosted, Escorted, Cruise & Land programs, there is something for everyone. In addition, we offer a variety of specialty offerings including Honeymoons, Cooking Classes, Castle and Villa Rentals, and Group Travel to deliver your dream experiences time and time again.

Independent Packages
Pursue your dreams and experience Italy at your own pace with Central Holidays' Independent programs. Our professional staff works with you to customize an independent itinerary that suits your style, budget, preferred activities and sightseeing throughout Italy. Select a Fly & Drive or At Leisure Package or have our destination experts create the tailor-made, customized FIT (Foreign Independent Travel) trip that's perfect for you.

Hosted Programs
On our Hosted Programs, Central Holidays tends to all the details of your trip, but YOU set the pace. We take care of all the essentials: air transportation, hotel accommodations, airport transfers, inter-city transfers by private conveyance or rail, and guided sightseeing tours. All you have to do is relax and enjoy yourself. If you have any questions about sightseeing, shopping, dining, excursions, or any particular personal interests, you can ask our Local Hosts for help.

Escorted Motorcoach Tours
Comfort, Convenience, Quality & Value Maximize the value of your dollar in Italy with one of our deluxe motorcoach itineraries. Central Holidays' Escorted Tours also help save travelers 20-40% off the price of traveling the same itinerary on your own. The Signature Central Holidays Dining Plan includes most meals. In addition, wine, coffee or cappuccino and mineral water at lunch and dinner are included in the tour price, which can save hundreds of dollars per person! Extensive Sightseeing and bonus touring (as detailed in each itinerary) is included the tour package as well as the services of a professional, English-speaking tour director throughout the itinerary. Plus, at Central Holidays we carefully select centrally located hotels, First Class and superior first-class, that are within walking distance from many attractions. Staying in the heart of each city makes it easy to stroll along to restaurants, cafés, entertainment venues, and attractions during your time at leisure giving you the maximum time and flexibility - not to mention additional savings on transportation - to explore and enjoy each stop along your trip.

With so many inclusions our travelers say, "Central Holidays truly gives the most complete experience!" We invite you to compare our Escorted Programs with other tour companies. You'll see the difference of all that we offer beyond other companies...that's one of the reasons that we enjoy such a high rate of repeat customers. Travelers count on the quality, value and outstanding travel programs provided by Central Holidays each and every time.

Cruise and Land
Our cruise programs offer the best of both worlds, combining two exquisite experiences…a meticulously planned land tour in exciting ports of call and an exquisite cruise together in one trip...it's the ideal union!

With the expansion of cruise fleets worldwide, there are now more than ever before an extensive selection of cruises to fascinating areas across the globe aboard cruise liners and river vessels.

Central Holidays brings you the best of these alluring experiences along some of the world's most famous and inspiring waterways throughout Europe and the Mediterranean. We offer fascinating itineraries on a variety of cruise liners for travelers who want to experience the coastal waters and exotic ports-of-call in the Mediterranean.

Beyond the Mediterranean, we also present exhilarating travel programs on river vessels throughout the picturesque waterways of Europe where travelers enjoy leisurely cruising, stopping to visit charming out-of-the-way villages, towns and cities along the way.

Honeymoons
Whether you prefer the captivating romance and artistic allure of Italy, the old world charm and cosmopolitan appeal of France, the idyllic splendor and exotic mystique of Greece, or the energetic ambiance and magnificent diversity of Spain, our honeymoons in Europe will surely make you fall-in-love all over again and bring you memories to cherish for a lifetime.

We believe that planning your ideal honeymoon should be just as enjoyable as the trip itself. Our European destination experts are with you every step of the way, giving you the personal attention and service you deserve, and taking care of all of the details to make your perfect trip a reality. We offer you a seamless, stress-less, and worry-free experience - from the planning stages, to enjoying the trip of your dreams and beyond.

Each of our honeymoon itineraries can also be tailored to meet your distinct interests and desires. From the elements of budget, time, destinations of choice, and types of experiences requested, to the style of accommodations, and the various modes of transportation preferred, our destination experts can personalize your travel program to your own specifications.

Cooking Classes
Savor the best in cooking delights with a hands-on cooking course in Italy, France or Spain; the epitome of delectable meals and succulent wine tastings in captivating surroundings. Central Holidays' culinary programs offer the best in culinary delights and experiential travel for a lifetime of cherished memories.

Villas & Castles
Indulge the explorer in you with a truly delightful experience by staying in a villa or even a castle! Many of these splendid accommodations have a pool or fireplace, plus many other comforts-of-home conveniences. With offerings to suit just about any budget and location desired these authentically rich styles of accommodations offer an excellent way to sample the selected country's lifestyle, cuisine and culture firsthand. The added privacy, warmth, and uniqueness of each villa, castle or cottage is a paradise found for you, your family and friends, or group to enjoy.

Group Travel
At Central Holidays, groups can select from one of our pre-packaged itineraries or experience one of our customized tours designed to meet specific interests and budgets. We are experienced in arranging travel for any size group— from family reunions and student groups to large incentives plus everything in between! We have artfully fashioned tours for seniors, alumni and veteran groups and for those interested in the Renaissance, archaeology, food and wine, museums, and religion, including Jewish heritage, plus much more. Click Here to start planning your Group Travel today (link to Plan Your Group)

For More than 35 years, Central Holidays has provided extraordinarily high-quality travel programs and garnered an internationally acclaimed reputation for meeting your needs and travel desires. Take a look at merely a few of the features that set Central Holidays Travel Group companies apart from the rest and bring agents and travelers back to us time and time again:

Stability - Central Holidays, operating from the family owned headquarters in New Jersey, has been established for more than 35 years, offering the financial stability and security necessary to ensure peace-of-mind.

Resources - Central Holidays' own office in Rome and our associations with leading and reliable partners in every major European city, ensure that your groups receive the necessary attention to each detail of their itinerary. This benefits your group directly: expeditious service, competitive pricing, constant contact on site and destination knowledge, just to mention a few.

Expertise - Our strength lies in the individually selected industry veterans that make up our team in the US as well as in Europe. They each possess the in-depth knowledge, heritage and experience in the destinations that they present, to bring you a truly comprehensive insight into the places that you visit.

Reliability - Count on Central Holidays to offer you the personal care and attention to ensure a successful trip year after year. We strive to consistently maintain a high standard of service, from trip inception, while on location and after your return, ensuring that your group is fully satisfied with the trust you have placed in Central Holidays!

Commitment - We pledge to respond promptly to your inquiry, with the qualified information suited to your group's needs. Our commitment to promptness remains constant through the proposal and operations process, ensuring the appropriate mix of services essential to the successful operation of your group.

Value - The buying power we have established through the years with our suppliers benefits your group directly. Quality is never compromised in our search for the most innovative programs that promote excellence, diversity and flexibility at prices that suit your group's budget.

Technology - our knowledge and expertise is backed by our in-house cutting-edge technology system that ensures the expeditious and accurate processing of your group's data. With an advanced web-enabled platform and customized travel software, the Central Holidays service is enhanced to a level well beyond most competitors' reach.

Flexibility - from Motorcoach Escorted Tours, Independent Programs, City Stay Packages, Fly/Drive Packages, Hotel & Ground Services, Car Rentals, Mediterranean & River Cruises, Villas & Castles and Ski Packages to destinations in Europe, the Mediterranean and North America.