8-day Itinerary for Rome, Florence, Cinque Terre, Milano, and Venice

  1. Day 1: Rome
    Estimated time to next location: 3 hours

    Visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill for a historical immersion in ancient Rome's past. Witness the magnificent Roman architecture, and imagine how it all was centuries ago.

  2. Day 2: Florence
    Estimated time to next location: 2.5 hours

    Visit the Florence Cathedral and climb the cupola for a breathtaking view of the city. Enjoy the historic Ponte Vecchio Bridge for an iconic moment of Florence. Walk through the Piazza del Duomo and match with the Palazzo Vecchio amphitheater.

  3. Day 3: Cinque Terre
    Estimated time to next location: 5.5 hours

    Explore the colorful and picturesque five seaside towns located in the Italian Riviera. Discover the stunning rocky coastlines and crystal clear waters for an unforgettable experience.

  4. Day 4: Milano
    Estimated time to next location: 3 hours

    Visit the Milan Cathedral and see the GalleriaVittorioEmanuele II for an inspiring cultural experience. Milan is also known as Italy's fashion capital, so you won't want to miss the shopping district.

  5. Day 5: Venice
    Estimated time to next location: 2.5 hours

    Explore St. Marks Square and Basilica for impressive Venetian Gothic architecture. Take a gondola ride over the canals and experience the real charm of Venice.

  6. Day 6: Venice
    Estimated time to next location: 3.5 hours

    Visit the island of Murano, known for its beautiful glassworks, and take a glassblowing demonstration. Learn the traditional way of blowing glass and bring home some souvenirs.

  7. Day 7: Rome
    Estimated time to next location: 3 hours

    Visit the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica for a tour rich in history, art, and culture. Marvel at Michelangelo's famous wall frescoes in the Sistine Chapel.

  8. Day 8: Rome
    Estimated time back to airport: 1.5 hours

    Visit the Pantheon and enjoy a final lunch in one of the restaurants in the Trastevere district. Take home fond memories of the Eternal City and start planning your next visit.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill (3-4 hours, €16)
  • Florence Cathedral Cupola (2-3 hours, €15)
  • Cinque Terre (8-9 hours, €16)
  • Milan Cathedral and Galleria (3-4 hours, free)
  • St. Marks Basilica and gondola ride (3-4 hours, €35)
  • Murano glassblowing (2-3 hours, free admission)
  • Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel (4-5 hours, €20)
  • Pantheon and Trastevere lunch (2-3 hours, €15)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €117

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, try visiting the Uffizi Gallery in Florence or the Doge's Palace in Venice. You can also take a day trip to Pisa from Florence. If you have less time, consider skipping Cinque Terre or Murano or shortening the time spent at each location.

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