Most people visiting Rome, Florence, and the Amalfi Coast spend about 10 to 14 days in Italy, which usually includes some time in Venice as well. If you're not interested in Venice, 8 to 11 days is enough for your Rome, Florence, and Amalfi Coast trip. A fast-paced highlights trip is possible in seven days for travelers with limited time. For the best itineraries, including Rome, Florence, and the Amalfi Coast, keep reading below.

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

  • Most travelers spend 8-11 days in Rome, Florence, and Amalfi Coast combined
  • Visiting Rome, Florence, and Amalfi Coast in 7 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
  • With 12 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
  • The most common extensions are Venice, Naples, and Bologna

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

Recommended Itineraries for Rome, Florence & the Amalfi Coast

Recommended Itinerary for 8 Days

View of the Amalfi Coast
View of the Amalfi Coast
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in Rome, Train to Florence Florence
Day 2 Florence Self-Guided City Tour Florence
Day 3 Day Trip to Tuscany: Siena & San Gimignano Florence
Day 4 Return to Rome, Afternoon Colosseum & Forum Tour Rome
Day 5 Self-Guided Vatican City Visit Rome
Day 6 Transfer to the Amalfi Coast via Pompeii Amalfi Coast
Day 7 Day Trip to Capri  Amalfi Coast
Day 8 Depart Naples  


This whirlwind eight-day tour through Italy's highlights fits it all in. Start in Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and home to the incredible Duomo and Ponte Vecchio bridge. Continue your travels in Rome, where ancient monuments and the breathtaking Sistine Chapel await. Finish off your travels on the Amalfi Coast, relaxing in the sunshine and admiring the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Read more

Recommended Itinerary for 9 Days

View of the Amalfi Coast
View of the Amalfi Coast
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in Rome, Travel to Florence Florence
Day 2 Florence Self-Guided City Tour Florence
Day 3 Day Trip to Tuscany: Siena, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni, & Chianti Florence
Day 4 Return to Rome, Afternoon Colosseum & Forum Tour Rome
Day 5 Self-Guided Vatican City Visit Rome
Day 6 Transfer to the Amalfi Coast via Pompeii Amalfi Coast
Day 7 Day Trip to Capri  Amalfi Coast
Day 8 Free Day on the Amalfi Coast Amalfi Coast
Day 9 Depart Naples  


Cover the highlights of Italy, starting in Florence. Stroll across the Ponte Vecchio bridge, and admire the architectural wonder of the Duomo before heading down to Rome. Tour the impressive Colosseum and visit the incomparable St. Peter's Basilica before continuing south to the Amalfi Coast. Finish off your travels lazing on sandy beaches and exploring the colorful villages. Read more

Recommended Itinerary for 10 Days

View of the Cinque Terre Coast
View of the Cinque Terre Coast
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in Rome, Transfer to Florence Florence
Day 2 Florence Self-Guided City Tour Florence
Day 3 Day Trip to Cinque Terre Florence
Day 4 Train to Rome, Explore Rome
Day 5 Visit the Colosseum & Roman Forum Rome
Day 6 Self-Guided Vatican City Visit Rome
Day 7 Transfer to the Amalfi Coast via Pompeii Amalfi Coast
Day 8 Day Trip to Capri  Amalfi Coast
Day 9 Free Day on the Amalfi Coast Amalfi Coast
Day 10 Depart Naples  


Spend your 10-day holiday discovering the highlights of Italy. Start off in Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and home to the spectacular Duomo. Stroll across the Ponte Vecchio before heading to the coast to explore the colorful villages and seaside cliffs of Cinque Terre. Venture down to Rome and delve into Italian history, visiting the Colosseum and the famed Sistine Chapel. Finish things off on the Amalfi Coast for some well-deserved beach time. Read more

Recommended Itinerary for 11 Days

View of the Amalfi Coast
View of the Amalfi Coast
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in Rome, Travel to Florence Florence
Day 2 Florence Self-Guided City Tour Florence
Day 3 Day Trip to Cinque Terre Florence
Day 4 Train to Rome, Explore Rome
Day 5 Visit the Colosseum & Roman Forum Rome
Day 6 Self-Guided Vatican City Visit Rome
Day 7 Transfer to the Amalfi Coast via Pompeii Amalfi Coast
Day 8 Day Trip to Capri  Amalfi Coast
Day 9 Vespa Tour of the Amalfi Coast Amalfi Coast
Day 10 Free Day on the Amalfi Coast Amalfi Coast
Day 11 Depart Naples  


Make the most of your time in Italy with this 11-day journey through the country's highlights. Stroll through cobblestone streets in Florence and sip on Chianti wine before discovering the enchanting, colorful villages of Cinque Terre. Immerse yourself in the history of Rome at the Colosseum and travel back in time to explore the ruins of Pompeii. Finish off your travels relaxing on the Amalfi Coast, dining on fresh seafood and limoncello. Read more

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Extended Itineraries

2-Week Itinerary Including Venice

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 Tour of Tuscany & Wine Tasting Florence
Day 7 Free Day in Florence Florence
Day 8 Florence 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

2-Week Itinerary Including Venice & Naples

Florence, Italy
Florence, Italy
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in Venice, Explore Venice
Day 2 Free Day in Venice Venice
Day 3 Private Tour of Venice Venice
Day 4 Train to Florence & Guided Tour Florence
Day 5 Day Trip to Lucca & Pisa Florence
Day 6 Vespa Tour of Tuscany Florence
Day 7 Train to the Amalfi Coast, Explore Amalfi Coast
Day 8 Explore Positano & Ravello Amalfi Coast
Day 9 Transfer to Naples, Hike to Mount Vesuvius & Guided Tour of Pompei Naples
Day 10 Guided Tour of Naples Naples
Day 11 Train to Rome, Explore Rome
Day 12 Guided Tour of Vatican Museum Rome
Day 13 Explore Trastevere District Rome
Day 14 Depart Rome  


Discover the sights and delights of Italy on this two-week highlights tour. Explore the floating city of Venice, the Renaissance jewel of Florence, and the Eternal City of Rome. Ride a Vespa through picturesque Tuscany and discover the stunning Amalfi Coast. Soak up the culture, food, and wine while you fall in love with Italy. Read more

15-Day Itinerary Including Venice & Bologna

Selection in a Local Gelateria
Selection in a Local Gelateria
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in Rome, Train to Venice, Evening Walking Food Tour Venice
Day 2 Venice Street Food Tour With a Local Guide Venice
Day 3 Discover Bologna, Food Tour Bologna
Day 4 Day Trip to Parma: Ham & Parmesan Tasting Bologna
Day 5 Free Day in Bologna Bologna
Day 6 Bologna to Florence & City Food Tour Florence
Day 7 Tour of Tuscany & Wine Tasting Florence
Day 8 Free Day in Florence Florence
Day 9 Transfer to the Amalfi Coast, Explore Amalfi Coast
Day 10 Wine Tasting, Marisa Cuomo Vineyard Amalfi Coast
Day 11 Free Day on the Amalfi Coast Amalfi Coast
Day 12 Pizza Making Class Amalfi Coast
Day 13 Return to Rome, Evening Rome Excursion Rome
Day 14 Trastevere Food & Wine Tour Rome
Day 15 Depart Rome  


This 15-day itinerary is our most comprehensive culinary tour through Italy, from a Venice street food excursion to wine tasting in Tuscany's medieval vineyards. You'll visit Bologna for medieval churches, aged cheese, and cured Parma ham, spend four days relaxing on the sunny Amalfi Coast, and end your trip in Rome, where the Vatican City, Colosseum, and the perfect cappuccino await. Read more

How to travel between Rome, Florence & the Amalfi Coast

How to get from Florence to Amalfi
The distance from Florence to Amalfi is about 340 miles (550 km)—a long trip best started early in the morning, regardless of what means of travel you opt for. Read more

How to get from Florence to Rome
If you've taken in the Renaissance charms of Florence and are ready to visit Rome or catch your flight home, there are a few ways to make the roughly 175-mile (282 km) journey. Italy's two train companies offer a full schedule of daily departures between the two cities, with trains running every 15-30 minutes. Driving between Florence and Rome takes about 3.5 hours if you stay on the autostrada, the Italian equivalent of an interstate highway. There are also several flights a day connecting the two cities. Read more

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