14-day Honeymoon Itinerary to Rome, Tuscany, Florence, and Sicily

  • Day 1: Rome
    2 hours (168 km) from Fiumicino Airport

    Upon arrival in Rome, start your honeymoon at the Colosseum, an iconic symbol of the city's ancient past. Then, visit the Pantheon, a beautifully preserved temple, and end the day in Piazza Navona, home to fountains and street performers.

  • Day 2-4: Tuscany
    3 hours (278 km) from Rome

    Drive to Montepulciano, a charming hilltop village that produces renowned Tuscan wine. Spend a day exploring Siena with its breathtaking architecture and visit the famous Piazza del Campo. Finally, drive to Val d'Orcia to take in the beautiful countryside.

  • Day 5-7: Florence
    1.5 hours (94 km) from Tuscany

    Start by visiting the Uffizi Gallery to see works by Botticelli, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci. Head to the famous Duomo and then visit Ponte Vecchio, a medieval bridge lined with shops. Finally, walk through the stunning Boboli Gardens and enjoy Florence's flourishing foodie scene.

  • Day 8-11: Sicily
    2.5hrs (235km) from Florence, take a flight from Florence Airport

    Fly to Sicily and visit the stunning Taormina, a charming hilltop village with excellent views of Mount Etna. Explore the ancient ruins of the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento and, in Piazza Armerina, tour the world-famous Villa Romana del Casale. End the trip in Palermo, the capital of Sicily and a city filled with history and delicious cuisine.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Colosseum (2 hours, €16)
  • Pantheon (1 hour, Free)
  • Piazza Navona (2 hours, Free)
  • Montepulciano (1 day, Wine tours €20-€60)
  • Siena (1 day, €5-€8 for attractions)
  • Val d'Orcia (1 day, Free)
  • Uffizi Gallery (3 hours, €8-€20)
  • Duomo (1 hour, €18)
  • Ponte Vecchio (1 hour, Free)
  • Boboli Gardens (2 hours, €10)
  • Taormina (1 day, Free)
  • Valley of the Temples (3 hours, €10-€12)
  • Villa Romana del Casale (2 hours, €10)
  • Palermo (2 days, €10-€40)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €127-249 per person

Transportation

Consider renting a car to explore the Tuscan countryside. Train travel is recommended for longer distances. The cost of car rental starts at €50 per day, while train tickets from Florence to Palermo start at €60 and flights start at €100.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to Bologna or Naples. If you have less time, consider skipping Siena or Taormina. To avoid crowds, arrive at attractions early or book tickets in advance.

Airports

The primary airport in Rome is Fiumicino Airport (FCO), located 32 km southwest of the city center. Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) in Sicily is the nearest airport for Taormina and Palermo's airport is the nearest airport for Palermo.

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