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Ultimate 8-Day Road Trip: London to Italy's Dolomites, Lake Garda, Tuscany & Coastlines

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Day 1: Travel & Arrival

London, UK to Milan, Italy on July 14, 2025

6:00pm

Fly from London to Milan

Catch a direct overnight flight from London Heathrow or Gatwick to Milan Malpensa or Linate airport. Check-in for your journey begins with this flight.
CURRENCYGBP30-250 depending on airline, 1h 45m

9:00pm

Pick up hire car & drive to hotel in Milan

Collect your rental car at Milan airport and transfer to a central hotel for the night. Rest after the journey and prepare for the next day's drive to the Dolomites.
CURRENCY£80-150 for car rental, 1h
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Day 2: Drive to Dolomites

Milan to Val di Fassa, Italy on July 15, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast in Milan

Enjoy a traditional Italian breakfast at Panificio Pattini, known for excellent pastries and coffee.
CURRENCY€10-15, 1h

9:00am

Drive to Dolomites

Begin your scenic drive to Val di Fassa in the Dolomites, approx. 4 hours. Enjoy mountain views along the way.
CURRENCY€60-100 for fuel & tolls, 4h

1:00pm

Arrive & check into accommodation

Stay at Hotel Andrej or Hotel Sonnalp, both offering great access to hiking trails and comfort.
CURRENCY€120-200 per night, 1h

2:00pm

Light exploration & acclimatization walk

Take a gentle walk around the village of Campitello or Val di Fassa to get familiar with your surroundings.
Free, 1-2h
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Day 3: Beginner Hiking in Dolomites

Val di Fassa, Dolomites on July 16, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a hearty breakfast to fuel your first day of gentle hiking in the Dolomites.
CURRENCY€12-20, 1h

9:30am

Hike Seceda Ridgeline (Difficulty: Easy)

Take the cable car from Ortisei to Seceda and enjoy a beginner-friendly hike with stunning panoramic views of the mountains.
CURRENCY€35 (cable car) + free hike, 3-4h

1:30pm

Lunch at Rifugio & Relaxation

Stop at a mountain hut like Rifugio Seceda for traditional Tyrolean dishes and relax amidst mountain scenery.
CURRENCY€15-25, 1-1.5h

3:00pm

Optional Shorter Trails or Rest

Choose a gentle stroll or return to hotel for leisure.
Free, 2h
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Day 4: Explore More Hiking Areas

Val di Fassa, Dolomites on July 17, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before heading out.
CURRENCY€12-20, 1h

9:30am

Hike Lago di Carezza & Surroundings

A gentle walk around the beautiful rainbow lake, Lago di Carezza, known for its stunning colours and mountain backdrop.
Free, 2-3h

1:30pm

Lunch near lake at local café

Sample local dishes at a lakeside café, such as pizzocheri or fresh paninis.
CURRENCY€12-20, 1h

3:00pm

Afternoon Optional Hike or Rest

Relax at hotel or take a short scenic hike back towards Canazei.
Free, 2-3h
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Day 5: Final Dolomites Hike & Drive to Lake Garda

Val di Fassa to Lake Garda on July 18, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast & Check-out

Enjoy your final morning in the Dolomites, then drive south towards Lake Garda.
CURRENCY€12-20, 1h

9:30am

Drive to Lake Garda

Transfer approx. 4-4.5 hours, enjoying scenic views as you descend into the lakeside region.
CURRENCY€70-120 for fuel & tolls, 4.5h

2:00pm

Arrive & check-in at hotel in Sirmione

Stay at Hotel Sirmione du Parc or Villa Cortine Palace Hotel, both known for lakeside comfort.
CURRENCY€150-250 per night, 1h

3:00pm

Relax & explore Sirmione

Enjoy a leisurely evening walk through Sirmione’s historic centre along the lake promenade.
Free, 2h
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Day 6: Lake Garda & Leisure

Lake Garda, Italy on July 19, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast

Delight in a lakeside breakfast at your hotel or local café overlooking the water.
CURRENCY€10-15, 1h

9:30am

Boat trip, visit Desenzano or Riva del Garda

Take a boat tour or visit towns like Desenzano or Riva for more lakeside charm and sightseeing.
CURRENCY€20-€50 (boat tour), 3h

1:30pm

Lunch in Sirmione

Sample local lake fish dishes such as grilled sardines or risotto at Ristorante La Cupola.
CURRENCY€15-25, 1-1.5h

3:00pm

Relax or swimming at the beach

Enjoy leisure time at one of the beaches like Jamaica Beach or Spiaggia di Sirmione.
Free, 2h
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Day 7: Drive through Tuscany

From Lake Garda to Florence area, Tuscany on July 20, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast & check-out

Start your scenic drive through Tuscany, heading towards Florence or nearby villages.
CURRENCY€12-20, 1h

9:30am

Drive through Tuscany, stopping en route

Enjoy picturesque views, stop at San Gimignano or Siena for sightseeing or a quick visit.
CURRENCY€70-120 for fuel & tolls, 4h

2:00pm

Check-in & relax in Florence or Chianti region

Choose a charming countryside villa or city hotel like Hotel Brunelleschi in Florence or Agriturismo in Chianti.
CURRENCY€150-250 per night, 1h

3:30pm

Explore local sights

Visit Florence’s Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, or enjoy wine tasting nearby.
Entrance fees vary; approx. €10-€20 for major sights., 3-4h
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Day 8: Tuscany & Leisure

Florence or Chianti, Tuscany on July 21, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at your hotel

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast featuring local Tuscan pastries and coffee.
CURRENCY€10-€15, 1h

9:30am

Optional wine tour or countryside walk

Drive through rolling hills, visit wineries, and enjoy the scenic landscapes.
€30-€50 for wine tasting, 3-4h

1:30pm

Lunch in Tuscany

Dine at a local trattoria, trying dishes like ribollita or pappa al pomodoro.
€12-€20, 1-1.5h

3:00pm

Relax or explore more villages

Visit nearby towns such as Greve in Chianti, or relax at your accommodation.
Free, 2h
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Day 9: Coastal Beaches & Relaxation

Amalfi Coast or Liguria Coast, Italy on July 22, 2025

7:00am

Early breakfast & check-out

Begin your coastal adventure, driving toward either Amalfi Coast or Ligurian Sea (about 4-5 hours).
CURRENCY€12-20, 1h

8:00am

Drive to coastal region

Enjoy the scenic coastal drive, with stops at scenic viewpoints or charming seaside villages.
Fuel costs approx. €50-€80, 5h

1:00pm

Arrive & check into hotel by the coast

Stay at a beachfront hotel like Hotel Excelsior Capri in Amalfi or Hotel Porto Ristorante in Liguria.
CURRENCY€200-€350 per night, 1h

2:00pm

Beach & leisure time

Relax on the beach, swim, or explore seaside towns such as Positano, Amalfi, or Portofino.
Free, 3-4h
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