Affordable 7-Day Italy Itinerary: Rome, Amalfi Coast, Florence, Naples, Bologna & Parma Food Tour

Day 1: Arrival & Rome Sights

Rome, Italy on June 10, 2025

6:30am

Flight: Nairobi (NBO) to Rome (FCO)

Fly early morning with a budget airline like Ethiopian Airlines with a connection. Approx. cost €500 per person round trip if booked early for June 10 to June 16.
EUR500, 7h0m

1:00pm

Check-in Hotel San Giusto

Budget hotel in central Rome under €100/night with excellent reviews and close to main attractions, perfect for budget travelers.
EUR90, Flexible

2:30pm

Explore Colosseum and Roman Forum

Visit iconic ancient Roman landmarks. Open from 8:30am to 7:00pm. Prebook tickets online to save time and money. Entrance fee approx €16 per person.
EUR32, 3h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Pizzeria Ai Marmi

Enjoy authentic Roman pizza at a local favorite open daily from 12:00pm to midnight, known for affordable prices and great atmosphere.
EUR20, 1h0m
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Day 2: Rome Museums & Vatican

Rome, Italy on June 11, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Cafe Sant'Eustachio

Historic coffee spot with amazing espresso and pastries. Open from 7:30am, perfect start before Vatican.
EUR12, 1h0m

9:00am

Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica

World-class art and religious experience. Museums open 9:00am to 6:00pm; last entry 4:00pm. Book skip-the-line tickets (€25).
EUR50, 4h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at La Zanzara

Trendy bistro with affordable Italian dishes near the Vatican. Serves until 3:30pm.
EUR30, 1h0m

4:00pm

Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps Walk

Free sightseeing; enjoy vibrant piazzas and fountains in the evening ambiance.
EUR0, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Osteria dell’Ingegno

Cozy restaurant near Piazza Navona offering excellent pasta and local wines on a reasonable budget.
EUR40, 1h30m
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Day 3: Naples Discovery

Naples, Italy on June 12, 2025

7:00am

Train Rome to Naples

Take Italo or Trenitalia train; approx 1h10m; cost about €30 per person for early booking.
EUR60, 1h10m

9:00am

Check-in Hotel Piazza Bellini

Affordable boutique hotel in Naples city center, around €90/night, close to attractions.
EUR90, Flexible

10:00am

Visit Naples National Archaeological Museum

One of Italy’s top museums, featuring Pompeii artifacts. Open 9:00am–7:30pm, entrance €18 per person.
EUR36, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Da Michele

Famous for traditional Neapolitan pizza, budget-friendly and open until 11pm.
EUR25, 1h0m

2:00pm

Walk along Naples Waterfront and Castel dell’Ovo

Free stroll with fantastic views of the bay and historic fortress.
EUR0, 2h0m

5:00pm

Dinner at Palazzo Petrucci

Michelin-starred restaurant with birthday celebration ambiance; expect splurge around €90 for two.
EUR90, 1h30m
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Day 4: Amalfi Coast Relaxation

Amalfi Coast, Italy on June 13, 2025

7:30am

Bus Naples to Amalfi

SITA bus takes approx 1h30m with scenic views. Cost €5 per person.
EUR10, 1h30m

9:30am

Check-in Hotel Amalfi

Budget stay near the beach, priced around €100/night, comfortable and well located.
EUR100, Flexible

10:30am

Beach time and explore Amalfi town

Relax on the beach or stroll the picturesque streets. Beach is free. Shops open mostly 10am-7pm.
EUR0, 4h0m

2:30pm

Lunch at Marina Grande

Seafront seafood restaurant offering fresh catches with views. Moderate prices.
EUR40, 1h30m

5:00pm

Visit Ravello (optional)

Short bus ride (about 30 mins). Famous for gardens and stunning views; entry to Villa Rufolo €7.
EUR14, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Trattoria da Gemma

Traditional Campanian food at reasonable prices, perfect birthday dinner atmosphere.
EUR50, 1h30m
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Day 5: Florence Art & Food

Florence, Italy on June 14, 2025

7:30am

Bus Amalfi to Salerno, then train Salerno to Florence

Take bus (1h) to Salerno (€5), then high-speed train to Florence (2h30m). Total approx €60 per person.
EUR120, 3h30m

11:30am

Check-in Hotel Giorgione

Comfortable, budget-friendly hotel (approx €90/night) central to Florence attractions.
EUR90, Flexible

12:30pm

Lunch at Mercato Centrale

Iconic indoor food market offering affordable Tuscan specialties and fresh produce.
EUR25, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Uffizi Gallery

One of the world’s most famous art museums featuring Renaissance masterpieces, open 8:15am-6:50pm, €20 per person.
EUR40, 2h30m

5:00pm

Walk Ponte Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria

Free walking tour of famous Florence landmarks and admire sunset views over Arno River.
EUR0, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Trattoria Za Za

Cost-effective Tuscan cuisine with large portions, open till 10pm.
EUR40, 1h30m
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Day 6: Bologna & Parma Food Experience

Bologna & Parma, Italy on June 15, 2025

7:30am

Train Florence to Bologna

Fast train 35 minutes; ticket approx €15 per person.
EUR30, 0h35m

8:15am

Breakfast at Caffè Terzi

One of Bologna’s best-loved cafés for espresso and pastries.
EUR10, 0h45m

9:00am

Explore Piazza Maggiore and Torre degli Asinelli

Iconic square and towers, climb Torre for panoramic city views (open 9am-7pm, €5).
EUR10, 2h0m

11:30am

Train Bologna to Parma

Train approx 30 min; ticket €10.
EUR20, 0h30m

12:15pm

Lunch at Trattoria del Tribunale

Taste Parma’s renowned prosciutto and Parmesan dishes, great value with authentic flavors.
EUR40, 1h30m

2:00pm

Explore Parma city center

Free walking tour including Parma Cathedral and Teatro Farnese.
EUR0, 2h0m

4:00pm

Train Parma to Bologna, then Bologna to Rome

Train to Bologna (€10), then high-speed train to Rome (2h55m, €40), total €50 per person.
EUR100, 3h30m

7:30pm

Check-in Hotel San Giusto, Rome

Return to budget hotel for final night stay similar to Day 1 & 2.
EUR90, Flexible

8:30pm

Farewell Dinner at Trattoria Da Enzo al 29

Classic Roman trattoria in Trastevere offering excellent budget-friendly meals.
EUR40, 1h30m
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Day 7: Departure from Rome

Rome, Italy on June 16, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast near hotel

Local cafe breakfast with espresso and cornetto to start your last day.
EUR10, 1h0m

9:30am

Relax or last-minute shopping

Option to walk nearby markets or rest before flight.
EUR0, 2h0m

12:00pm

Transfer to Rome Fiumicino Airport

Take the Leonardo Express train from Termini Station to the airport, cost €14 per person.
EUR28, 0h32m

3:00pm

Flight Rome (FCO) to Nairobi (NBO)

Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines, arriving late evening in Nairobi.
Inc. in arrival cost, 7h0m
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