How many days do you need in Venice, Rome, Florence & the Amalfi Coast?
- Most travelers spend 10-14 days in Venice, Rome, Florence, and Amalfi Coast combined
- Visiting Venice, Rome, Florence, and Amalfi Coast in 8 or 9 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 15 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Naples, Bologna, and Sorrento
How Many Days to Spend in Venice
How Many Days to Spend on the Amalfi Coast
How Many Days to Spend in Florence
How Many Days to Spend in Tuscany
How Many Days to Spend in Rome
Recommended Itineraries for Venice, Rome, Florence & the Amalfi Coast
Recommended Itinerary for 10 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Rome, Train to Venice, Evening Walking Food Tour | Venice |
| Day 2 | Venice Walking Tour | Venice |
| Day 3 | Free Day in Venice | Venice |
| Day 4 | Train to Florence, Afternoon Food Tour | Florence |
| Day 5 | Day Trip to San Gimignano & Siena, Wine Tasting in the Chianti Classico | Florence |
| Day 6 | Transfer to the Amalfi Coast, Positano Sunset Cruise | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 7 | Day Trip to Capri & Anacapri | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 8 | Return to Rome, Afternoon Colosseum & Forum Tour | Rome |
| Day 9 | Vatican Tour: Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica, Rome Walking Tour | Rome |
| Day 10 | Depart Rome |
From Venice's canals to seaside towns on the Amalfi Coast, this packed 10-day itinerary covers Italy's top sites. Tour the Doge's Palace and look out on the city from the Bridge of Sighs in Venice, then view Michelangelo's art and explore the Chianti region in Tuscany. Continue to the Amalfi Coast for cliffside villages and rocky beaches, then end in Rome to see the Vatican and Ancient Roman ruins. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 11 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Rome, Train to Venice, Evening Walking Food Tour | Venice |
| Day 2 | Venice Walking Tour | Venice |
| Day 3 | Free Day in Venice | Venice |
| Day 4 | Train to Florence, Afternoon Food Tour | Florence |
| Day 5 | Day Trip to San Gimignano & Siena, Wine Tasting in the Chianti Classico | Florence |
| Day 6 | Transfer to Amalfi Coast, Positano Sunset Cruise | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 7 | Day Trip to Capri & Anacapri | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 8 | Return to Rome, Afternoon Colosseum & Forum Tour | Rome |
| Day 9 | Vatican Tour: Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica, Rome Walking Tour | Rome |
| Day 10 | Free Day in Rome | Rome |
| Day 11 | Depart Rome |
Experience la dolce vita on this packed 11-day itinerary of Italy's favorite cities. Start in Venice to see the Grand Canal, then head to Florence for a tour of the Uffizi Gallery and a day in Tuscany. Continue to the Amalfi Coast for rocky beaches and summer villas, then end in Rome, where the Sistine Chapel, Galleria Borghese, and bohemian Trastevere await. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 12 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Rome, Train to Venice, Evening Walking Food Tour | Venice |
| Day 2 | Venice Walking Tour | Venice |
| Day 3 | Free Day in Venice | Venice |
| Day 4 | Train to Florence, Afternoon Food Tour | Florence |
| Day 5 | Day Trip to San Gimignano & Siena, Wine Tasting in the Chianti Classico | Florence |
| Day 6 | Free Day in Florence | Florence |
| Day 7 | Transfer to the Amalfi Coast, Positano Sunset Cruise | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 8 | Day Trip to Capri & Anacapri | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 9 | Free Day on the Amalfi Coast | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 10 | Return to Rome, Afternoon Colosseum & Forum Tour | Rome |
| Day 11 | Vatican Tour: Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica, Rome Walking Tour | Rome |
| Day 12 | Depart Rome |
If spending 12 days exploring art and history in Italy's beautiful cities sounds perfect, this itinerary is for you. Tour the exquisite San Marco Basilica and bohemian San Samuele district in Venice, see Michelangelo's "David," and go wine tasting in Florence, then spend three days in the stunning fishing villages of the Amalfi Coast. End in Rome for ancient Roman ruins and the world-class Vatican.. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 13 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Rome, Train to Venice, Evening Walking Food Tour | Venice |
| Day 2 | Venice Walking Tour | Venice |
| Day 3 | Free Day in Venice | Venice |
| Day 4 | Train to Florence, Afternoon Food Tour | Florence |
| Day 5 | Day Trip to San Gimignano & Siena, Wine Tasting in the Chianti Classico | Florence |
| Day 6 | Free Day in Florence | Florence |
| Day 7 | Transfer to the Amalfi Coast, Positano Sunset Cruise | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 8 | Day Trip to Capri & Anacapri | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 9 | Free Day on the Amalfi Coast | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 10 | Return to Rome, Afternoon Colosseum & Forum Tour | Rome |
| Day 11 | Vatican Tour: Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica, Rome Walking Tour | Rome |
| Day 12 | Galleria Borghese, Free Afternoon in Rome | Rome |
| Day 13 | Depart Rome |
Immerse yourself in the richness of Italian culture and Renaissance art on this 13-day itinerary. View ornate palaces in Venice, go wine tasting in Tuscany, and enjoy rocky beaches and summer villas on the Amalfi Coast. End in Rome, where bohemian city neighborhoods, the world-famous Sistine Chapel, and ancient Roman ruins await your exploration. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 2 Weeks
| 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 the 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
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Extended Itineraries
2-Week Itinerary Including Naples
| 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 Bologna
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Rome, Train to Venice, Evening Walking Food Tour | Venice |
| Day 2 | Venice Street Food Tour | Venice |
| Day 3 | Train to Bologna, Explore & Food Tour | Bologna |
| Day 4 | Day Trip to Parma: Ham & Parmesan Tasting | Bologna |
| Day 5 | Free Day in Bologna | Bologna |
| Day 6 | Train to Florence, Afternoon Food Tour | Florence |
| Day 7 | Day Trip to San Gimignano & Siena, Wine Tasting in the Chianti Classico | 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 Venice, 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 Rome to Venice
Rome and Venice appear together on many Italian itineraries, and the 288-mile (464 km) journey between the historic cities is made easy by an efficient high-speed train system. Two companies operate an extensive timetable, offering travelers flexibility and the option to buy tickets in advance. For those who prefer going by plane, hourlong regional flights are also available. 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
How to get from Venice to Florence
Venice and Florence are just 167 miles (269 km) apart, which makes it easy to visit both iconic cities on the same trip. High-speed trains make the journey in just over two hours, with many departures available each day. Traveling by bus is a low-cost option, especially good if you buy your tickets far in... Read more
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