Italian · Travel & Getting Around
"Trip" in Italian: viaggio
il viaggio
Trip in Italian is il viaggio (eel VYAH-joh), masculine: un viaggio, buon viaggio. It covers trips and journeys; a short outing may also be una gita.
Weekend plan
Questo viaggio in treno dura due ore.Speak with an AI partner · 7 days free
How to pronounce viaggio
Say it
eel VYAH-joh
/ˈvjad.dʒo/
Viaggio stresses VYAH: VYAH-joh. Soft gg before i.
"Trip" in Italian: quick reference
| Italian | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| il viaggio | the trip / journey Default noun. | Default noun. |
| un viaggio | a trip Planning one. | Planning one. |
| buon viaggio | have a good trip Farewell wish. | Farewell wish. |
| una gita | a day trip / outing Shorter excursion. | Shorter excursion. |
How to use viaggio in real life
- 1Weekend plan
Questo viaggio in treno dura due ore.
This train trip lasts two hours.
Questo viaggio.
- 2Farewell
Buon viaggio e scrivimi quando arrivi.
Have a good trip and text me when you arrive.
Buon viaggio.
- 3Photos
Il viaggio in Sicilia è stato fantastico.
The trip to Sicily was fantastic.
Il viaggio.
Mistakes English speakers make with viaggio
Incorrect: La viaggio è lungo.
Correct: Il viaggio è lungo.
Viaggio is masculine.
Incorrect: Buona viaggio!
Correct: Buon viaggio!
Masculine: buon viaggio.
Good to know
Buon viaggio is the standard send-off at stations. Italians plan il viaggio around trains, food stops, and who brings the snacks—logistics are part of the joy.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Seeing a friend off at the station
ChatPal
Il tuo viaggio parte dal binario cinque.
Your trip leaves from platform five.
You
Perfetto. Questo viaggio mi serve per staccare.
Perfect. I need this trip to switch off.
ChatPal
Allora buon viaggio, davvero.
Then have a really good trip.
You
Grazie! Ti mando una foto dal treno.
Thanks! I'll send you a photo from the train.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Trip" in Italian
Viaggio or gita?
Viaggio is a trip/journey; gita is often a shorter outing or day trip.
How do I wish someone a good trip?
Buon viaggio!
Is viaggio masculine?
Yes: il viaggio, un viaggio.
Business trip?
Un viaggio di lavoro.
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