Travel Itinerary: Porto Alegre, Brazil to Italy & Croatia

Day 1: Departure from Porto Alegre & Arrival in Rome

Morning: Depart from Porto Alegre International Airport and begin your journey to Italy.

Afternoon: Arrive in Rome, check into your hotel, and take a light walk around Piazza Navona.

Evening: Enjoy a traditional Italian dinner near the Trevi Fountain and soak in the nighttime views.

Day 2: Rome Sightseeing

Morning: Visit the iconic Colosseum and explore the ancient Roman Forum.

Afternoon: Tour the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica.

Evening: Stroll through Trastevere neighborhood and savor authentic Roman cuisine at a local trattoria.

Day 3: Travel to Florence & Art Exploration

Morning: Take a high-speed train from Rome to Florence, check into accommodation.

Afternoon: Visit Uffizi Gallery to admire Renaissance masterpieces and then walk to Ponte Vecchio.

Evening: Relax at Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic views of the city during sunset.

Day 4: Florence to Venice

Morning: Explore the Florence Cathedral (Duomo) and nearby Mercato Centrale for local treats.

Afternoon: Travel by train to Venice and settle into your hotel near St. Mark’s Square.

Evening: Take a romantic gondola ride along the Venetian canals and dine by the Grand Canal.

Day 5: Venice to Dubrovnik, Croatia

Morning: Fly or take a ferry from Venice to Dubrovnik and check into a hotel within the Old Town.

Afternoon: Walk the Dubrovnik City Walls for stunning views of the Adriatic Sea and visit Stradun street.

Evening: Enjoy dinner at a seaside restaurant featuring Dalmatian cuisine and fresh seafood.

Day 6: Explore Dubrovnik & Lokrum Island

Morning: Take a short boat ride to Lokrum Island for hiking and visiting the botanical gardens.

Afternoon: Return to Dubrovnik and tour Rector’s Palace and the Franciscan Monastery.

Evening: Enjoy a peaceful walk along the harbor and try local wines at a cozy bar.

Day 7: Departure from Dubrovnik to Porto Alegre

Morning: Last-minute shopping and café visit in Old Town Dubrovnik.

Afternoon: Head to Dubrovnik Airport for your flight back to Porto Alegre.

Evening: In flight, rest and reflect on your memorable journey through Italy and Croatia.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Colosseum and Roman Forum: 3 hours, approx. €18
• Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel: 4 hours, approx. €28
• Uffizi Gallery: 3 hours, approx. €20
• Venetian Gondola Ride: 0.5 hour, approx. €80 (up to 6 people)
• Dubrovnik City Walls: 2 hours, approx. €35
• Lokrum Island Ferry and entrance: 4 hours, approx. €15
• Train Rome-Florence & Florence-Venice: Approx. 4-5 hours total, €60
• Flight Venice-Dubrovnik & return flight Dubrovnik-Porto Alegre: Approx. 3 hours + long haul, €350 (variable)

Total Estimated Cost: Approx. €611 + flights to/from Brazil

Tips

To extend your trip, consider adding a few days in Florence or exploring the Dalmatian Coast further by visiting Split or Hvar. For a shorter itinerary, skip Venice and spend more time in Rome and Dubrovnik, focusing on iconic and relaxed experiences.