FAQ Italy

Absolutely not. This tour has plenty of activities for both quilters and non-quilters alike. Modifications can also be made, depending on the days itinerary to do your own non quilting activities.

Due to the many different locations our participants are from, it is not economical to include airfare in our trips. That being said, we will happily pair you up with a professional travel agent we work with. She will be happy to help you find the flights that best meets your needs.

We will be happy to provide you with directions on how to take a taxi or bus to the hotel.

Opulent Quilt Journeys will notify you as soon as the minimum number of travelers have book the tour. At this point, you may book your flights.

Your  nonrefundable deposit of $800 is due at time of booking and can be paid via credit card or check. For more information go to,  https://opulentquiltjourneys.com/terms-conditions 

Final payment is due 75 days before departure and can be paid via check or credit card. For more information go to https://opulentquiltjourneys.com/terms-conditions

We highly recommend that you purchase travel insurance to cover any unforeseen events. If you are unable to travel with us, we will be happy to apply your deposit to an upcoming tour within the next year. (If the tour does not go because of an issue on our end, your deposit will be refunded.) 

You are welcome to come early or stay later than the tour. We would be happy to help you arrange hotels for extra nights. Please keep in mind that if you travel outside the set tour dates, airport transfers do not apply.

While it’s helpful and appreciated, it’s not necessary to speak Italian to visit Italy. English is widely spoken, especially in tourist areas and with businesses that cater to foreigners, and we will have a local guide to translate when necessary.

You can absolutely pay by credit card. Just fill out your booking form Booking Form | Quilter on the Run

and call Judy at 877-235-3767 M-F 9-5:30 PST (a small service will be applied for credit card payments)

You do not currently need a VISA to visit Italy. However they are in the process of implementing an electronic visa call ETIAS. It may or may not be in effect by the time of our trip. You can find more information here. https://etias.com/etias-countries/italy-etiashttps://www.visitscotland.com

You can easily get euros (Italy’s currency) from ATM”S at the airport or any bank or convenience store. Make sure to check that your debit card can be used internationally and that it does not have a foreign transaction fee.

Yes, but please note that VISA/Mastercard are more widely accepted than discover or American Express.

IItaly is likely to experience temperatures ranging from around 2-16°C (40’s-60’s°F) from September to November. Expect a mix of sunny and rainy days, with the potential for more rain in some regions. I recommend dressing in layers.