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7-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Venice, Rome, Milan, Florence and Tuscany in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Venice
    20 minutes (3.2 km) from Marco Polo Airport

    In the morning, take a stroll through the charming streets of Venice and visit the iconic St. Mark's Basilica. In the afternoon, explore the Doge's Palace and take a gondola ride through the canals. In the evening, enjoy a glass of wine and some delicious cicchetti (Venetian tapas) at a local bacaro.

  2. Day 2: Rome
    3 hours (525 km) from Venice

    Start your day with a visit to the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. In the afternoon, explore the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. In the evening, head to the trendy Trastevere neighbourhood for some delicious Roman cuisine.

  3. Day 3: Florence
    1 hour 20 minutes (270 km) from Rome

    Spend the morning exploring the stunning Duomo and the nearby Baptistery. In the afternoon, visit the Uffizi Gallery and see famous works of art by Botticelli, da Vinci, and Michelangelo. In the evening, take a stroll along the picturesque Ponte Vecchio bridge and enjoy a gelato.

  4. Day 4: Tuscany
    1 hour (35 km) from Florence

    Head out to the Tuscan countryside and take a wine tour of the Chianti region. In the afternoon, visit the medieval town of San Gimignano and enjoy the stunning views from the top of the town's towers. In the evening, indulge in some delicious Tuscan cuisine in a traditional trattoria.

  5. Day 5: Milan
    3 hours (300 km) from Tuscany

    Spend the morning exploring the stunning Duomo di Milano and the nearby Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. In the afternoon, visit the famous Leonardo da Vinci Museum and the Sforza Castle. In the evening, head to the lively Navigli neighbourhood for aperitivo and some people-watching.

  6. Day 6: Venice
    2 hours 45 minutes (270 km) from Milan

    Return to Venice for a second day and spend the morning exploring the charming neighbourhood of Cannaregio. In the afternoon, visit the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and see works of art by Picasso, Pollock, and Dalí. In the evening, relax at a local bar with some spritz and cicchetti.

  7. Day 7: Departure
    20 minutes (3.2 km) from Marco Polo Airport

    Depart for home with unforgettable memories of your Italian adventure.

Recommendations

Consider a day trip from Florence to the beautiful hilltop town of Siena, or a visit to the stunning Cinque Terre on the Ligurian coast. To maximize your fun, try to sample as many different types of Italian food as possible. Don't be afraid to explore off the beaten path to discover hidden gems.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • St. Mark's Basilica (1 hour, free)
  • Gondola ride (30 minutes, €80 per gondola)
  • Colosseum (2 hours, €16)
  • Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel (2-3 hours, €20)
  • Duomo and Baptistery (1 hour, €15)
  • Uffizi Gallery (2-3 hours, €20)
  • Chianti wine tour (4-5 hours, €45)
  • San Gimignano (2 hours, free)
  • Duomo di Milano (1 hour, free)
  • Leonardo da Vinci Museum (1 hour, €12)
  • Peggy Guggenheim Collection (1-2 hours, €18)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €226 per person
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