7-Day Honeymoon Road Trip Itinerary: Milan, Lake Como, Parma, Tuscany, and Rome

  1. Day 1: Milan
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 1 hour 30 minutes (83.8 km) from Milan Malpensa Airport

    Visit the amazing Gothic Cathedral of Milan (Duomo di Milano), shop in the fashionable and historic shopping mall of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and explore the Art Museum of Brera (Pinacoteca di Brera).

  2. Day 2: Lake Como
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 1 hour (54.9 km) from Milan

    Enjoy a romantic boat tour around Lake Como, have lunch on its shores, and explore Villa del Balbianello and its stunning gardens.

  3. Day 3: Parma
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 2 hours 20 minutes (221.5 km) from Lake Como

    Visit the birthplace of Italian ham and cheese at the Museum of Parmigiano Reggiano and the Parma Ham Museum. Then, explore the historic city center and the Parma Cathedral.

  4. Day 4: Tuscany
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 3 hours (231.0 km) from Parma

    Take a scenic drive through the Tuscan countryside and stop at the charming towns of San Gimignano and Siena. Enjoy the local wine and cuisine.

  5. Day 5: Tuscany
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 1 hour 15 minutes (74.1 km) from Siena

    Visit the stunning medieval town of San Galgano Abbey, enjoy the countryside, and learn about the legend of its famous sword in the stone.

  6. Day 6: Rome
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 2 hours 30 minutes (263.5 km) from Tuscany

    Discover Rome's ancient history by touring the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and the Pantheon. Take a romantic walk through the tranquil Villa Borghese gardens.

  7. Day 7: Rome
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 30 minutes (18.9 km) from Villa Borghese

    Take a romantic stroll through the charming streets of the Trastevere neighborhood and enjoy a traditional Roman meal. End the day with a visit to the Vatican City and the stunning Sistine Chapel.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Duomo di Milano (1-2 hours, free to enter)
  • Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II (30 minutes-1 hour, free to enter)
  • Pinacoteca di Brera (1-2 hours, €15 per person)
  • Lake Como Boat Tour (2-3 hours, €100-200 per boat)
  • Villa del Balbianello (1-2 hours, €10 per person)
  • Museum of Parmigiano Reggiano (1-2 hours, €15 per person)
  • Parma Ham Museum (1-2 hours, €15 per person)
  • San Gimignano (1-2 hours, free to enter)
  • Siena (2-3 hours, free to enter)
  • San Galgano Abbey (1-2 hours, €5 per person)
  • Colosseum (2-3 hours, €16 per person)
  • Roman Forum (1-2 hours, €12 per person)
  • Pantheon (30 minutes-1 hour, free to enter)
  • Villa Borghese (1-2 hours, €15 per person)
  • Trastevere (1-2 hours, free to enter)
  • Vatican City and Sistine Chapel (2-3 hours, €35 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Approximately €350-400 per person (excluding car rental and accommodations)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a stay in Venice or Florence. If you have less time, consider skipping Parma or San Galgano Abbey. Remember to check opening and closing times for all locations and plan your route accordingly.

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