CHIPS InternationalItaly Baseball Tour
9 days. 4 games. 5 cities. A once-in-a-lifetime baseball experience led by SwagnShades, playing against Italian clubs and exploring Rome, Florence, Milan, and Venice.
Baseball. Travel. Culture.
The CHIPS Italy Tour is a full international baseball experience built around fun, education, and growth. Players train and compete in a four-game international series against local Italian teams while immersing themselves in historic cities, world-class cuisine, and European culture.
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Included in Tour Cost
- 9-day guided tour of Rome, Florence, Pisa, Milan, Venice & Cinque Terre
- 4 international baseball games vs. Italian clubs
- All ground transportation in Italy (private bus)
- 8 nights of lodging across multiple cities
- Welcome dinner + team dinners with local clubs after each game
- Guided cultural tours: Colosseum, Vatican, winery, Milan Castle, Venice gondola
- Full all-inclusive gear package: 3-uniform set, sliding mitt, elbow guard, batting gloves, bat, glove (Wilson catcher's gear for catchers)
- Coaching by SwagnShades & CHIPS staff
- Tour management & on-trip support
Covered Separately by Parents
- International airfare (to Rome, return from Venice)
- Passport & any applicable visa fees
- Travel insurance (optional, recommended)
- Personal spending money for souvenirs & extras
- Any meals outside of included team dinners
- Ground transportation to/from home airport
Tour Itinerary
Rome — Arrival
Arrival in Rome, meet tour manager at the airport, welcome dinner with the team.
Rome — Game 1
Guided tour of Ancient Rome & the Colosseum. First game vs. local Italian club. Dinner with the opposing team.
Arezzo
Morning tour of the Vatican & St. Peter's Basilica. Transfer to Arezzo. Winery visit with wine tasting (parents) and antipasti.
Pisa — Game 2
Explore the famous leaning tower. Second game vs. local club. Dinner with the team.
Emilia Romagna — Game 3
Transfer to Emilia Romagna. Third international game. Team dinner with opponents.
Cinque Terre → Milan
Scenic boat ride to Cinque Terre, free time to explore. Transfer to Milan. Dinner at a local restaurant.
Milan — Game 4
Guided city tour, visit to Castello Sforzesco. Fourth and final game. Team dinner.
Venice
Transfer to Venice. Guided tour, relaxing gondola ride, optional Murano glass factory visit.
Venice — Departure
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Venice airport for departure home.
Led by SwagnShades
One of the most recognizable voices in modern baseball development, SwagnShades brings elite-level baseball knowledge, creativity, and energy to every environment. His approach makes this trip as inspiring as it is educational — helping players connect with the game, build confidence, and grow both on and off the field.
Trip logistics coordinated in partnership with Northern Light Sports & World Stage Travels.
Qualifications
- Age Group12U & 14U athletes
- Age CutoffAge as of July 23, 2026
- Travel DocsValid U.S. passport required by June 1, 2026
- CommitmentFull tour attendance required
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