October 18‑24 Italy Adventure from Paris

Day 1: Paris → Milan

Morning: Depart Paris on a high‑speed TGV/Trenitalia service (≈7 h). Enjoy comfortable seating and scenic Alpine views.

Afternoon: After checking in, explore the Duomo di Milano and the surrounding Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. A quick coffee at a historic café adds a local touch.

Evening: Stroll through the lively Navigli district, where canals are lined with restaurants and bars—perfect for a welcome dinner.

Day 2: Milan → Venice

Morning: Visit the Sforza Castle and its museums before boarding a high‑speed train to Venice (≈2.5 h).

Afternoon: Check into your hotel and wander the winding alleys to discover the iconic St. Mark’s Square and the Basilica.

Evening: Take a gondola ride at sunset and dine along the Grand Canal for an unforgettable first night.

Day 3: Venice → Monterosso (Cinque Terre)

Morning: Depart early on a regional train to La Spezia, then transfer to the Cinque Terre line to reach Monterosso al Mare.

Afternoon: Relax on Monterosso’s sandy beach and explore the historic town center with its colorful houses.

Evening: Enjoy a seaside dinner of fresh seafood while watching the sunset over the Ligurian Sea.

Day 4: Cinque Terre → Florence

Morning: Take a short train ride to explore the nearby village of Vernazza, famed for its harbor and pastel façades.

Afternoon: Continue to Florence via a fast regional train (≈2 h). After check‑in, visit the Uffizi Gallery to admire Renaissance masterpieces.

Evening: Walk across the Ponte Vecchio and enjoy a gelato in Piazza della Signoria.

Day 5: Florence

Morning: Climb the Duomo (Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore) for panoramic city views.

Afternoon: Explore the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s David, then wander the charming Oltrarno district.

Evening: Head to Piazzale Michelangelo for a sunset vista over the city, followed by dinner in a traditional trattoria.

Day 6: Florence → Sorrento & Capri

Morning: Board a high‑speed train to Naples (≈3 h), then transfer to the Circumvesuviana line to Sorrento.

Afternoon: Catch a fast ferry to Capri. Visit the famed Blue Grotto and the Gardens of Augustus.

Evening: Return to Sorrento, stroll the harbor, and dine on limoncello‑infused dishes.

Day 7: Sorrento → Rome → Paris

Morning: Travel by regional train from Sorrento to Rome (≈2 h). Begin with a visit to the Colosseum and the Roman Forum.

Afternoon: Explore Vatican City, including St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel.

Evening: After a final Italian dinner in Trastevere, catch an overnight high‑speed train back to Paris, arriving the next morning.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Duomo di Milano – 2 h, €15 entry
• Sforza Castle – 1.5 h, €10 entry
• St. Mark’s Square & Basilica – 2 h, €5 (basilica entry)
• Gondola ride – 30 min, €80 per gondola (max 6 pax)
• Monterosso beach – 3 h, free
• Vernazza visit – 2 h, free
• Uffizi Gallery – 2 h, €20 entry
• Duomo (Florence) climb – 1.5 h, €18 entry
• Accademia Gallery – 1.5 h, €16 entry
• Piazzale Michelangelo – 1 h, free
• Blue Grotto (Capri) – 1 h, €20 boat ticket
• Gardens of Augustus – 45 min, €12 entry
• Colosseum & Forum – 3 h, €16 combined ticket
• Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel – 3 h, €25 entry
• High‑speed train Paris‑Milan – 7 h, €120
• Train Milan‑Venice – 2.5 h, €45
• Regional train Venice‑Monterosso – 4 h, €35
• Train Monterosso‑Florence – 2 h, €40
• Train Florence‑Naples – 3 h, €70
• Circumvesuviana Sorrento‑Naples – 1 h, €5
• Ferry Naples‑Capri – 1 h, €20 round‑trip
• Train Rome‑Paris (overnight) – 11 h, €130
• Total estimated cost: €777

Tips

To extend the trip, add a full day in Cinque Terre to hike the coastal trail or a day trip to the Tuscan countryside from Florence. If you need to shorten the itinerary, skip the evening gondola in Venice and combine the Sorrento‑Capri excursion with a quick visit to Amalfi Coast, reducing travel time and accommodation costs.