Luxury Itinerary for 9 Days in Italy

  • Day 1: Rome
    Arrive and check into Hotel Hassler Roma

    Upon arrival, check into one of Rome's most luxurious hotels - Hotel Hassler Roma. Take the afternoon to relax and unwind before embarking on your Italian adventure.

  • Day 2: Colosseum and Vatican Tour
    10 minutes (2.7 miles) from Hotel Hassler Roma to The Colosseum

    Begin your day with a guided tour of The Colosseum, one of Rome's most iconic landmarks. Follow it up with a visit to the Vatican City, where you can see the stunning St. Peter's Basilica and admire the famous Sistine Chapel.

  • Day 3: Florence
    2 hours (169 miles) via private car from Hotel Hassler Roma to Hotel Lungarno in Florence

    Take a picturesque drive through Tuscany and arrive in Florence. Check into Hotel Lungarno - a luxury hotel with stunning views of the Arno river. Spend the day exploring the city's rich culture and artistic highlights, including Michelangelo's David at the Accademia Gallery.

  • Day 4: Uffizi Gallery and Food Tour
    3 minutes (0.2 miles) from Hotel Lungarno to Uffizi Gallery

    Start the day at the iconic Uffizi Gallery, home to an array of Renaissance masterpieces. For a culinary exploration of Florence, take a food tour that will take you through vibrant markets and streetside cafes to sample some of the city's most divine eats.

  • Day 5: Tuscany Wine Tour
    1 hour (30 miles) via private car from Hotel Lungarno to Tuscan Vineyards

    Spend the day among the tranquil vineyards of Tuscany with a private wine tour of the Chianti countryside. Indulge your senses with some of the world's finest food and wine before retiring back to Hotel Lungarno.

  • Day 6: Venice
    3 hours (163 miles) via high-speed train from Florence to Venice

    Leave Florence and hop on a high-speed train to Venice. Check into the stunning Belmond Hotel Cipriani and take a stroll through the winding canals and bridges of the floating city.

  • Day 7: Gondola Ride and St. Mark's Basilica
    7 minutes (0.5 miles) from Belmond Hotel Cipriani to St. Mark's Basilica by gondola

    Experience the ultimate Venetian adventure with a gondola ride through the city's canals. Next, visit the iconic St. Mark's Basilica, one of Venice's most prized architectural treasures.

  • Day 8: Amalfi Coast Day Trip
    2 hours 30 minutes (190 miles) via private car from Belmond Hotel Cipriani to Amalfi Coast

    Depart for a day trip to the stunning Amalfi Coast. Visit the beautiful city of Positano, dine on traditional Italian cuisine, and take in the breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea. Return to Belmond Hotel Cipriani in Venice.

  • Day 9: Departure
    Departure from Belmond Hotel Cipriani

    Check out of Belmond Hotel Cipriani and depart from Venice International Airport.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hotel Hassler Roma (2 nights, $1500 per night)
  • Colosseum and Vatican Tour (5 hours, $100)
  • Hotel Lungarno Florence (2 nights, $1200 per night)
  • Uffizi Gallery and Food Tour (7 hours, $200)
  • Tuscany Wine Tour (7 hours, $300)
  • High-speed train to Venice (3 hours, $80)
  • Belmond Hotel Cipriani Venice (2 nights, $2000 per night)
  • Gondola Ride and St. Mark's Basilica (4 hours, $150)
  • Amalfi Coast Day Trip (10 hours, $400)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $ 10,080

Transportation

Private cars will be provided for all ground transportation between cities. High-speed train will be used to travel between Florence and Venice with costs ranging from $80-$150 depending on the selected train.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can consider adding a day trip to Pompeii or Capri while in Naples. For a more relaxed itinerary, consider cutting down from three to two cities to spend more time exploring each location.

Airports

Italy has many airports for international travelers to choose from, but the main airport for Rome is Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO), which is located 21 miles southwest of the city center. In Florence, the airport is Amerigo Vespucci Airport (FLR), about four miles northwest of the city center. For Venice, the international airport is Marco Polo Airport (VCE), located about five miles northwest of the city center.

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