10 Days Honeymoon Itinerary in Italy

  • Day 1: Rome
    Leonardo da Vinci International Airport to Rome City Center (32km, 55 minutes)

    Begin your honeymoon with a visit to the heart of Italy, Rome. Visit the Colosseum and the Pantheon, enjoy the exquisite cuisine and try the famous Italian gelato. End your day at the Trevi Fountain and toss a coin wishing to come back to the "Eternal City" someday.

  • Day 2: Rome
    25 minutes (1.8km) from the Vatican to Castel Sant'Angelo

    In the morning, head to the Vatican City to see the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and the St. Peter's Basilica. Spend the afternoon exploring the Piazza Navona and Castel Sant'Angelo. In the evening, enjoy a romantic walk along the river Tiber.

  • Day 3: Florence
    Rome Termini to Florence Santa Maria Novella (1h:20m, 249 km)

    Travel to the Tuscany region and explore the city of Florence. Visit the famous Galleria degli Ufizzi, an art museum housing one of the most important art collections in the world. Take a walk to the Ponte Vecchio and enjoy the breathtaking view of the city from Piazza Michelangelo.

  • Day 4: Florence
    15 minutes (2.2 km) from Palazzo Vecchio to Basilica di Santa Croce

    Explore the city center and visit the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore and the Palazzo Vecchio. Spend the afternoon discovering the cultural heritage of Florence visiting the Basilica di Santa Croce and the Pitti Palace.

  • Day 5: Pisa
    Florence Santa Maria Novella to Pisa Centrale (1h:10m, 83km)

    Take a day trip to Pisa to see the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Piazza dei Miracoli. After visiting the Tower, explore the city and stroll along the Arno river while taking in the stunning views of the city.

  • Day 6: Cinque Terre
    Pisa Centrale to La Spezia Centrale (21m, 78 km)

    Experience the colorful seaside villages of the Cinque Terre National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy hiking between the stunning cliff faces and take your time to take pictures of the picturesque landscape. Return to La Spezia or your home base for the night.

  • Day 7: Venice
    La Spezia Centrale to Venice Santa Lucia (3h, 263 km)

    Arrive in Venice and wonder at the beauty of the city's architecture and canals. Take a romantic gondola ride or visit the Rialto Bridge. Finish the day at Piazza San Marco, sampling some of the local delicacies while taking in the view of the city.

  • Day 8: Venice
    20 minutes (2.5 km) from Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari to Scuola Grande di San Rocco

    Take a guided tour of the Doge's Palace and the Basilica di San Marco. Afterward, visit the Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari basilica and the Scuola Grande di San Rocco. In the evening, say goodbye to Venice with a farewell dinner.

  • Day 9: Naples
    Venice Santa Lucia to Naples Centrale (5h:30m, 705 km)

    Travel to the southern region of Italy and try the famous Neapolitan pizza in Naples. Visit the Napoli Sotterranea, an underground network of ancient tunnels, and then explore the famous archaeological sites of Pompeii.

  • Day 10: Capri
    Naples to Capri (1h:15m by ferry)

    Take a day trip to the Island of Capri, famous for its natural beauty and stunning views. Take the chairlift to the top of Monte Solaro for an expansive view of the island. Visit the famous Blue Grotto and spend some time shopping in the local shops.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Colosseum (2-3 hours, €16.50)
  • Vatican City (3-4 hours, €30)
  • Galleria degli Uffizi (2-3 hours, €20)
  • Leaning Tower of Pisa (1-2 hours, €18)
  • Cinque Terre (1 day guided tour, €99)
  • Doge's Palace and Basilica di San Marco (2-3 hours, €27)
  • Pompeii (3-4 hours, €16)
  • Capri (1 day guided tour, €70 + €14 for chairlift)

  • Total Estimated Costs: €315 per person

Transportation

Travel between cities is done by train or ferry. The estimated cost of transport is €35-50 per person per day, depending on the distance and season. Within the cities, walking and public transport are highly recommended. Taxis are more expensive, but are readily available for those who prefer not to walk or use public transport.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding the cities of Milan or Bologna to your itinerary. If you have less time, you might consider skipping one or two of the initial cities before arriving in Florence.

Airports

The main airports in Italy are Leonardo da Vinci International Airport in Rome (FCO) and Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). Naples International Airport (NAP) is the main airport in the southern region of Italy. All three airports offer several options for ground transportation into the city centers.

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