Travelers to Italy typically plan a trip for 10 to 14 days when combining both Rome and the Amalfi Coast with Tuscany and Venice. If you're only headed to Rome and Amalfi, you can enjoy a comfortably-paced trip in seven to nine days. Even travelers with limited time can see the highlights in as few as five or six days. Read on for the best itineraries, including Rome, the Amalfi Coast, and beyond.

How many days do you need in Rome & the Amalfi Coast?

  • Most travelers spend 7-9 days in Rome and Amalfi Coast combined
  • Visiting Rome and Amalfi Coast in 5 or 6 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
  • With 10 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
  • The most common extensions are Sorrento, Tuscany, and Florence

How Many Days to Spend in Rome
How Many Days to Spend on the Amalfi Coast

Recommended Itineraries for Rome & the Amalfi Coast

Recommended Itinerary for 1 Week

View of the Amalfi Coast
View of the Amalfi Coast
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in Rome Rome
Day 2 Vatican Tour: Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica, Rome Walking Tour Rome
Day 3 Self-Guided Visit of the Colosseum & Roman Forum Rome
Day 4 Transfer to the Amalfi Coast via Pompeii Amalfi Coast
Day 5 Day Trip to Capri  Amalfi Coast
Day 6 Free Day on the Amalfi Coast Amalfi Coast
Day 7 Depart Naples  


No Italian vacation is complete without a visit to Rome, and this one-week whirlwind trip takes you through the country's capital city and its beautiful southern coastlines. Explore Rome's historical center, where ancient history comes to life, before setting out to discover the incomparable Amalfi Coast. Discover the ruins of Pompeii and round out your trip with some relaxed beach time. Read more

Recommended Itinerary for 8 Days

View of the Amalfi Coast
View of the Amalfi Coast
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in Rome Rome
Day 2 Visit the Colosseum & Roman Forum Rome
Day 3 Self-Guided Vatican City Visit Rome
Day 4 Transfer to the Amalfi Coast via Pompeii Amalfi Coast
Day 5 Vespa Tour of the Amalfi Coast Amalfi Coast
Day 6 Day Trip to Capri  Amalfi Coast
Day 7 Free Day on the Amalfi Coast Amalfi Coast
Day 8 Depart Naples  


From the bustling streets of Rome to the sunny stretches of coastline in Amalfi, this trip is perfect for those looking to delve into the Italian culture while relaxing amid picture-perfect scenery. Discover the capital city of Rome and its rich history and vibrant nightlife before heading down south to stroll through colorful villages and dip your toes in the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Read more

Recommended Itinerary for 9 Days

Pompeii ruins and surrounding hills
Pompeii ruins and surrounding hills
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in Rome Rome
Day 2 Visit the Colosseum & Roman Forum Rome
Day 3 Early Morning Vatican Experience Rome
Day 4 Half-Day Pizza Making & Wine Tasting Experience  Rome
Day 5 Transfer to the Amalfi Coast via Pompeii Amalfi Coast
Day 6 Vespa Tour of the Amalfi Coast Amalfi Coast
Day 7 Day Trip to Capri Amalfi Coast
Day 8 Free Day on the Amalfi Coast Amalfi Coast
Day 9 Depart Naples  


Discover the vibrant culture of Rome and the stunning scenery of the Amalfi Coast on this nine-day tour. Start off in the Eternal City, exploring its vast history and buzzing nightlife before heading down south to the incomparable coastlines of Amalfi. Drive along this stretch of coast the local way (on a Vespa) and delight your taste buds with some of the best seafood and citrus in the world. Read more

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Extended Itineraries

10-Day Itinerary Including Sorrento

Cliffside Buildings in Amalfi
Cliffside Buildings in Amalfi
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in Rome & Transfer to Amalfi Coast, Positano Sunset Cruise Amalfi Coast
Day 2 Day Trip to Capri & Anacapri Amalfi Coast
Day 3 Wine Tasting & Vineyard Tour Amalfi Coast
Day 4 Amalfi Coast to Sorrento, Afternoon Cooking Class Sorrento
Day 5 Day Trip to Pompeii & Herculaneum Sorrento
Day 6 Free Day in Sorrento Sorrento
Day 7 Return to Rome, Afternoon Colosseum & Forum Tour Rome
Day 8 Vatican Tour: Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica, Rome Walking Tour Rome
Day 9 Galleria Borghese Tour Rome
Day 10  Depart Rome  


Spend a week and a half delving into history and relaxing on the laid-back Amalfi Coast. From small fishing towns to buzzing Rome nightlife, this itinerary has something for everyone. Go wine tasting and take a day trip to the Ancient Roman resort island of Capri, then end your trip with four days in Rome to see the world-famous Sistine Chapel, stroll through bustling piazzas, and enjoy the city's vibrant food scene. Read more

2-Week Itinerary Including Venice & Florence

Monreale Cathedral in Palermo
Monreale Cathedral in Palermo
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in Rome, Train to Venice, Evening Walking Food Tour Venice
Day 2 Venice Walking Tour Venice
Day 3 Murano, Burano & Torcello Excursion Venice
Day 4 Free Day in Venice Venice
Day 5 Train to Florence, Afternoon Food Tour Florence
Day 6 Day Trip to San Gimignano & Siena, Wine Tasting in the Chianti Classico Florence
Day 7 Free Day in Florence Florence
Day 8 Transfer to Amalfi Coast, Positano Sunset Cruise Amalfi Coast
Day 9 Day Trip to Capri & Anacapri Amalfi Coast
Day 10 Free Day on the Amalfi Coast Amalfi Coast
Day 11 Return to Rome, Afternoon Colosseum & Forum Tour Rome
Day 12 Vatican Tour: Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica, Rome Walking Tour Rome
Day 13 Galleria Borghese, Free Afternoon in Rome Rome
Day 14 Depart Rome  


Spend two weeks delving into Italy's historical and cultural sites on this packed itinerary. Ride a gondola down Venice's Grand Canal and see art by Michelangelo and da Vinci in Florence. Explore Tuscany's medieval towns, then continue to the Amalfi Coast for ancient summer villas, limoncello, and seaside terraces. End in Rome to see the Vatican and explore eclectic neighborhoods. Read more

How to travel between Rome & the Amalfi Coast

The best way to get from Amalfi to Rome is via a combination of ferry and train. Start with a super scenic ferry ride from Amalfi to Salerno, followed by a high-speed train to Rome. For seasick-prone travelers, a combination of bus and train is almost as convenient. Those interested in driving a rental car should consider Amalfi's winding roads and the restricted driving/parking in city center zones in Naples and Rome. Read more

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Map of Rome & the Amalfi Coast: Best Itinerary Ideas
Map of Rome & the Amalfi Coast: Best Itinerary Ideas