The Colosseum: Begin your Italian trip with a bang by visiting Rome's most recognizable landmark, The Colosseum. Explore this preserved ancient amphitheater that hosted gladiatorial contests, public spectacles, and events.
Vatican City: Spend half of the day at Vatican City, enjoying the beautiful architecture of St. Peter's Basilica, appreciating the artwork of the Vatican Museums, and gazing at the Sistine Chapel's ceiling.
The Duomo di Firenze: Start your Florence tour at the center of town, where you can visit the famous cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, an iconic piece of Renaissance architecture with incredible views if you climb to the top.
Uffizi Gallery: Next up, visit the world-renowned Uffizi Gallery, where you can explore amazing artwork from Leonardo da Vinci, Sandro Botticelli, and other renowned Italian artists.
Vaporetto Ride: Enjoy a beautiful gondola ride through Venice, exploring the beautiful Blue Canals of Italy's most unusual city.
St. Mark's Basilica: Visit St. Mark's Basilica, a church that has been part of Venetian history for over a millennium, featuring beautiful marble floors and different kinds of architecture from the ancient and renaissance era.
Manarola Village: Spend the day in the village of Manarola and discover the Sea and the Cinque terre coastline, an area that became popular for its colorful houses, stunning blue bays, and large rocks from coastal erosion.
The Leaning Tower of Pisa: Take a tour of the iconic landmark that is the Leaning Tower of Pisa, a world-renowned structure with a slight incline due to a foundational issue, where you can take pictures and enjoy the surrounding area.
Marina Grande: Start your day with a delightful view of the Sorrentine coast from the Marina Grande, featuring a beach, small harbor, and lots of seafood restaurants that offer outstanding food.
Villa Comunale: Head to the Villa Comunale park, which offers stunning panoramic views of the bay and is home to stunning botanical gardens and lemon orchards, making it an ideal place to appreciate the region's natural beauty.
Positano: Visit the charming seaside town of Positano, featuring pastel colored houses perched on a steep hillside, with beaches to relax in and restaurants to experience authentic Italian pizza and pasta.
Villa Cimbrone: Visit Villa Cimbrone, a botanical garden in Ravello with stunning views of the Tyrrhenian Sea and Amalfi Coast that have also welcomed celebrity guests like Greta Garbo and Winston Churchill in its illustrious past.
For people with more time, we suggest adding a visit to Naples or a day trip from Florence to Siena, San Gimignano, and Chianti. For those who have less time, it's recommended to skip Cinque Terre and stay in Florence for two nights. For a more authentic Italian experience, we suggest grabbing a takeaway pizza or pasta from a local shop to indulge in an affordable, quick and delicious meal, and don't forget to validate your train ticket before boarding.