Campervan and Motorhome hire — Italy

Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Italy and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners: from compact campervans for 2 people, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexibility, competitive prices and insurance included.

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Motorhomes available for hire — Italy

From sleek A-class models to versatile coachbuilts and low-profiles, there’s a motorhome for every adventure—whether you need a compact getaway for two or a spacious multi-berth for the whole family.

Campervans available for hire — Italy

The campervan is the ultimate all-rounder. Effortlessly practical and built for freedom, it’s just as at home navigating tight city streets as it is exploring the heart of the countryside.

Why hire a campervan or motorhome in Italy

Italy — a country worth exploring

Italy's boot-shaped peninsula stretches roughly 1,200 km from the Alps to the Mediterranean, offering one of Europe's most rewarding landscapes for touring by road. The Amalfi Coast's narrow SS163 road winds for 50 km between Sorrento and Salerno, hugging cliffsides above the Tyrrhenian Sea — a route best suited to compact campervans. Further north, the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage site rises above 3,000 metres, with well-maintained mountain passes like the Stelvio Pass connecting valleys dotted with campervan-friendly aires. From Rome to Florence is around 275 km via the A1 motorway, passing through the rolling hills of Tuscany, while the ferry crossing from Civitavecchia to Olbia opens up Sardinia's 1,849 km of coastline. Italy is home to over 2,500 campsites, many equipped with full motorhome service points, making long tours practical and comfortable. Regional cuisine changes every hundred kilometres — Neapolitan pizza in Naples, fresh pesto in Genoa, arancini in Palermo — giving every stop its own character. Through Yescapa's peer-to-peer platform, you can hire a campervan or motorhome directly from local owners across Italy, choosing from a wide range of vehicles to match your group size and travel style. Whether you are planning a week along the Ligurian coast or a fortnight circling Sicily, having a local owner's tips at hand makes the journey that bit easier.

Best time to visit

Italy's touring season runs comfortably from April through to October. Spring is ideal for exploring Tuscany's countryside, and the Giro d'Italia cycling race in May brings a festive atmosphere to towns along its route. Summer suits coastal trips around Sardinia and the Amalfi Coast, with most campsites fully open and offering extended services. Autumn brings the grape harvest season, and events like the Alba White Truffle Fair in October and November make Piedmont a brilliant destination. Booking through Yescapa's peer-to-peer model often means more competitive hire prices outside July and August, so shoulder-season trips can be especially good value for campervan travellers.

The best road trips in Italy

To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.

The Grand North-to-South Traverse

750 km 10–15 days

This 750 km route runs from Milan through Bologna, Rome, and Naples to the southern tip of Italy. Allow 10–15 days to enjoy Pompeii, the Amalfi Coast, and Tuscan hill towns. Motorhome service points are plentiful along the A1 motorway.

The Amalfi Coast Loop

220 km 3–6 days

A 220 km circuit from Naples through Sorrento, Positano, and Ravello before returning via Salerno. Best in a compact campervan due to narrow coastal roads. Allow 3–6 days to savour the views and local seafood along Italy's famous coastline.

Sicily's Eastern Shore

280 km 3–6 days

Covering 280 km from Catania to Syracuse and up to Taormina, this route takes in Mount Etna and baroque towns. Italy's largest island offers well-equipped campsites along the coast. A campervan is ideal for 3–6 days of exploration here.

Tuscany and Umbria

400 km 5–8 days

This 400 km loop links Florence, Siena, Orvieto, and Assisi through Italy's green heartland. Allow 5–8 days to visit vineyards, medieval towns, and the rolling Val d'Orcia. Roads suit both campervans and motorhomes, with plenty of agriturismos offering overnight pitches.

Sardinia's Coastal Roads

450 km 5–8 days

A 450 km route from Cagliari north through Oristano to the Costa Smeralda and Alghero. Sardinia's quiet roads and sandy coves make it perfect for a 5–8 day motorhome trip. Campsites along Italy's second-largest island are well spaced and family-friendly.

Dolomites to Lake Garda and Venice

600 km 7–11 days

This 600 km route winds from Bolzano through the Dolomite passes to Riva del Garda and on to Venice. Allow 7–11 days to hike, swim, and explore. A campervan handles the mountain roads well, and Italy's northern campsites are open from spring to autumn.

Rent a campervan on Yescapa: how does it work?

Discover step by step how we work. We accompany you at every stage of the rental process, both owners and travellers.

Discover

Find the perfect vehicle

Find for a leisure vehicle near you or a destination idea according to your planned route, then specify the pick-up and return dates. The perfect vehicle for your road trip holiday is waiting for you!

Connecting people

Confirm your booking

Make one or more booking requests for leisure vehicles that have caught your eye and wait for the owners' responses. Once your request has been accepted, all you have to do is confirm your booking.

Pick-up

Go on an adventure

On the pick-up date, collect the vehicle and listen to the valuable advice of the owner for handling it; you are ready hit the road with family, as a couple or with friends.

Return

All good things must come to an end...

Once again, with the owner complete the vehicle condition check and sign the Rental Agreement as well as exchange your travel stories. All you have to do is imagine your next road trip!

Campsites and road information in Italy

Recommended campsites

Italy offers a huge variety of campsites, from beachfront parks along the Adriatic and Tyrrhenian coasts to mountain sites in the Alps and Dolomites. Most are well equipped for both campervans and motorhomes, with electric hook-ups, dedicated service areas, and modern shower blocks. Many larger sites include swimming pools, restaurants, and children's play areas, making them great bases for families. You will find options right across Italy, whether you are heading south to Puglia or north to the Trentino-Alto Adige region.

  • Camping Village Fabulous RomeElectric hook-ups, swimming pool, restaurant, Wi-Fi, shuttle service to central Rome
  • Camping Norcenni Girasole Club Figline ValdarnoMotorhome service area, swimming pools, supermarket, sports facilities, Wi-Fi
  • Camping Seiser Alm Fiè allo SciliarElectric hook-ups, showers, mountain views, hiking trail access, children's playground
  • Camping La Vecchia Torre GallipoliBeachfront pitches, electric hook-ups, showers, bar, direct sea access
  • Camping Baia Verde Vico EquenseTerraced pitches, electric hook-ups, showers, sea views, restaurant on site
  • Camping Village Laguna Blu AlgheroSwimming pool, electric hook-ups, motorhome service point, beach access, mini-market

What you need to know about roads and motorways in Italy

Italy's motorway network, the autostrada, is largely toll-based. You collect a ticket on entry and pay at exit, with most barriers accepting cash, card, or Telepass electronic tags. Motorhomes over 3.5 tonnes are classed differently and pay higher tolls. Speed limits for vehicles over 3.5 tonnes are 80 km/h on dual carriageways and 100 km/h on motorways, while those under 3.5 tonnes follow standard car limits of 130 km/h on motorways. Rest areas with fuel, food, and toilet facilities appear regularly along major routes like the A1 and A14. Some mountain passes in the Dolomites and Alps may close seasonally, so check conditions before heading into higher elevations.

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What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Italy

Patricia Cora Noël
5 / 5

Fueron dos chicas muy amables y atentas. Han cuidado la furgoneta muy bien y la han devuelto en perfecto estado

Ciaran Andrew
5 / 5

Simon and his girlfriend Arantx were fantastic. Both were very friendly and helpful from start to finish. The van was in excellent condition and stocked with all the essential we needed for the trip! Highly recommend

Laura
5 / 5

Ottima strumento per trovare camper e facilmente prenotabile. Servizio ottimo

Patricia Cora Noël
5 / 5

Des del primer momento el trato con Jordi fue de diez, hemos estado en contacto con el por si tenia alguna duda y ha ido todo genial. Al hacer el check out la furgoneta estava igual tal cual le entregamos asi que todo muy correcto! Te esperamos para la proxima Jordi! Gracias por confiar en nosotros🙌🏽😄

Raphael
4 / 5

Tout s’est bien passé.

Sarah
5 / 5

Fabio was a really great guest and left the camper van in perfect condition. He enjoyed His adventure exploring Ireland and we were delighted he hired one of our campervans.

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