7-Day Luxury Travel Itinerary for Italy

  • Day 1: Rome
    Distance: 30km Estimated Time: 1 hour

    Begin your trip with a visit to the Colosseum, an iconic landmark of the Roman Empire. Explore the Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain before taking a relaxing stroll through the Villa Borghese Gardens. End the day with a luxurious dinner at the Michelin-starred restaurant, La Pergola.

  • Day 2: Florence
    Distance: 275km Estimated Time: 3 hours

    Visit the stunning Uffizi Gallery, and see works by the great artists of the Renaissance. After lunch in one of Florence's many gourmet restaurants, head to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and climb to the top of the Duomo for a breathtaking panoramic view of the city. End the day with a visit to the Ponte Vecchio bridge at sunset.

  • Day 3: Venice
    Distance: 260km Estimated Time: 3 hours

    Take a private gondola tour through the Grand Canal and explore the iconic Piazza San Marco. Visit the stunning Doge's Palace and cross the Rialto Bridge over the canal for some shopping in the artisanal boutiques. End the day with a delicious dinner at Harry's Bar, where the Bellini was invented.

  • Day 4: Amalfi Coast
    Distance: 390km Estimated Time: 4 hours

    Explore the beautiful coast by boat and visit the stunning Positano Village, known for its colorful houses and luxury boutiques. Head to the Villa Rufolo in Ravello, famous for its sweeping views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Enjoy a breathtaking sunset cocktail at Hotel Belmond Caruso.

  • Day 5: Tuscany
    Distance: 270km Estimated Time: 3 hours

    Visit the charming medieval town of San Gimignano, known for its many towers and fine wines. Have lunch at the Michelin-starred restaurant, La Bottega del Buon Caffe, before heading to the stunning Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. End the day with a relaxing soak in the thermal waters at Fonteverde Tuscan Resort & Spa.

  • Day 6: Sicily
    Distance: 700km Estimated Time: 9 hours

    Visit the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento and explore the ancient ruins of the Greek city. Have lunch at the La Madia, the two-Michelin-starred restaurant in Licata overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. End the day with a visit to the Scala Dei Turchi, a natural white rock cliff.

  • Day 7: Milan
    Distance: 600km Estimated Time: 6 hours

    Begin the day with a visit to the stunning Duomo di Milano, take a stroll through the beautiful Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II before indulging in some shopping at the upscale boutiques. Visit the Pinacoteca di Brera where one can admire artwork by Raphael and Caravaggio. Finally, enjoy a lavish farewell dinner at the Bulgari Hotel's Michelin-starred restaurant, Il Ristorante.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Colosseum (2 hours, €12)
  • La Pergola (3 hours, €320 per person)
  • Uffizi Gallery (3 hours, €20)
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (2 hours, Free)
  • Harry's Bar (2 hours, €50 per person)
  • Villa Rufolo (2 hours, €7)
  • La Bottega del Buon Caffe (2 hours, €200 per person)
  • Fonteverde Tuscan Resort & Spa (3 hours, €50 per person)
  • Scala Dei Turchi (3 hours, Free)
  • Il Ristorante (3 hours, €350 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €1,029 per person

Transportation

It's recommended to hire a luxury car with driver for traveling between cities. The estimated cost is €400-€600 per day. Or if you prefer, there are high-speed trains connecting major cities that start at €25-€50 per ticket.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a day trip to the stunning Cinque Terre or visiting the ruins of Pompeii in Naples. If you have less time, we suggest removing the day trip to Sicily.

Airports

Rome has two major airports: Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), located 30km southwest of Rome and Ciampino-G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA), located 18km southeast of Rome. Milan has two major airports, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), located 45km northwest of Milan, and Milan Linate Airport (LIN), located 7km east of Milan.

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