Arrive in Rome and explore the ancient city. Visit the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and the Vatican Museum. Enjoy the Italian cuisine with a pasta lunch at Trattoria da Enzo al 29 and dinner at Ditirambo.
Travel to Florence and visit the famous Uffizi Gallery and the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch at Trattoria Mario and dinner at La Giostra.
Take a train to Venice and explore the city on foot or by gondola. Visit Saint Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the Rialto Bridge. Enjoy lunch at Bistrot de Venise and dinner at Osteria Oliva Nera.
Travel to the picturesque village of Cinque Terre and hike along the Vernazza Trail. Enjoy fresh seafood for lunch at Il Pirata delle Cinque Terre and dinner at Belforte.
Drive to the scenic region of Tuscany and visit the charming town of Siena. Explore the Siena Cathedral and enjoy lunch at La Taverna di San Giuseppe. Spend the evening relaxing in the countryside at a Chianti vineyard.
Visit the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa and explore the other attractions in the Piazza dei Miracoli. Enjoy lunch at Trattoria La Grotta and dinner at Ristorante Il Tegame.
Drive to the stunning Amalfi Coast and explore the colorful villages of Positano and Amalfi. Take a boat tour along the coastline and enjoy lunch at Chez Black and dinner at Ristorante Marina Grande.
Visit the bustling city of Naples and explore the Naples National Archaeological Museum and the Catacombs of San Gennaro. Enjoy lunch at Pizzeria Brandi and dinner at Trattoria Nennella.
Return to Rome for departure. Spend the morning visiting any missed attractions and enjoy lunch at Ristorante 34.
Travelers will need to consider renting a car or taking trains between cities. Car rentals average around €40 per day, while trains range from €20-€60 per ticket depending on the distance. Keep in mind tolls and parking fees for the rental car. The total estimated transportation cost for this itinerary is €300-€500.
If travelers have more than 9 days, they can add on a day for exploring the ruins of Pompeii near Naples or spend more time in Venice. If they have less time, they can eliminate Cinque Terre or Tuscany, or prioritize certain attractions in each location.
The main airports in Italy are Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) in Rome and Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) in Venice. FCO is located 16 miles from Rome city center and CIA is located 7.5 miles from the city center. VCE is located 6.7 miles from the city center.