Scenic Italian Adventure: Rome, Florence, Pisa, Venice, Milan, and Return to Munich - August 2025

Day 1: Arrival and Rome Highlights

Rome, Italy on August 23, 2025

8:00am

Flight from Munich to Rome

Take an early morning flight from Munich to Rome to maximize your first day in Italy.
EUR80, 2h

10:00am

Breakfast near Rome Fiumicino Airport

Grab espresso and cornetto at a café en route to city center.
EUR7, 30m

11:00am

Check-in and drop luggage

Settle into your centrally located hotel to refresh for sightseeing.
Varies, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Trattoria Luzzi

Enjoy classic Roman dishes close to the Colosseum, open till 3pm.
EUR25, 1h

2:00pm

Colosseum and Roman Forum

Explore Rome’s iconic ancient sites; tickets recommended in advance (open 8:30am-7pm).
EUR18, 3h

5:30pm

Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps

Stroll to these famous landmarks, perfect for early evening ambiance.
Free, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Roscioli

Relish refined Roman dining plus artisan wines in a charming deli-restaurant setting.
EUR50, 1h30m
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Day 2: Vatican & Rome

Rome, Italy on August 24, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Start with a light Italian breakfast before Vatican sightseeing.
Included, 1h

9:00am

Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

Visit Vatican’s incredible art collection and Michelangelo’s fresco masterpiece (9am-6pm).
EUR30, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Pizzarium Bonci

Sample gourmet pizza by the slice near the Vatican.
EUR15, 1h

2:00pm

St. Peter's Basilica and Dome Climb

Explore the basilica and climb the dome for stunning views (7am-7pm).
EUR10, 2h

5:00pm

Leisure walk in Trastevere

Enjoy vibrant streets and river views in Rome’s charming neighborhood.
Free, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Da Enzo al 29

Dine on authentic Roman recipes in a cozy, family-run trattoria.
EUR40, 1h30m
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Day 3: Florence Arrival

Florence, Italy on August 25, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a good breakfast to prepare for the train trip north.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Train from Rome to Florence

High-speed train ride to Florence, city of Renaissance art and history.
EUR50, 2h

10:30am

Check-in and freshen up

Settle into your Florence accommodations near the historic center.
Varies, 1h

12:00pm

Lunch at Trattoria Mario

Sample Tuscan specialties like ribollita and Florentine steak (open 12-2:30pm).
EUR30, 1h

1:30pm

Uffizi Gallery

Explore one of Italy’s greatest art museums featuring Botticelli and Michelangelo (8:15am-6:50pm).
EUR20, 2h

4:00pm

Florence Duomo Complex

Visit the Cathedral, Baptistery and optionally climb Brunelleschi's Dome (9am-7pm).
EUR18, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at La Giostra

Experience fine Tuscan cuisine in an intimate atmosphere.
EUR50, 1h30m
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Day 4: Day Trip to Pisa

Florence, Italy on August 26, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Fuel up before the day excursion to Pisa.
Included, 1h

8:30am

Train from Florence to Pisa

A quick train journey of about 1 hour to Pisa.
EUR10, 1h

9:30am

Piazza dei Miracoli

Discover the Leaning Tower, Cathedral, and Baptistery; climb the tower if desired (8am-8pm).
EUR18 to climb tower, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Osteria dei Cavalieri

Enjoy Tuscan dishes in this traditional restaurant near the square.
EUR25, 1h

1:30pm

Return train to Florence

Travel back to Florence for evening activities.
EUR10, 1h

3:00pm

Boboli Gardens

Relax and stroll through these Renaissance gardens behind Pitti Palace (8:15am-6:30pm).
EUR10, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Trattoria 4 Leoni

Savor regional specialties and enjoy the lively Piazza Santo Spirito area.
EUR40, 1h30m
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Day 5: Venice Canals

Venice, Italy on August 27, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast before departing Florence.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Train from Florence to Venice Santa Lucia

Scenic high-speed train ride to Venice in just over 2 hours.
EUR50, 2h10m

10:30am

Check-in and settle

Get comfortable in your Venice accommodation near the Grand Canal.
Varies, 1h

11:30am

Lunch at Osteria Alla Staffa

Taste authentic Venetian cicchetti and seafood specialties near San Marco.
EUR25, 1h

1:00pm

St. Mark's Basilica and Square

Visit the basilica’s ornate interiors and enjoy the lively piazza (9:30am-5pm).
Free, EUR5 optional museum, 2h

3:30pm

Gondola Ride

Experience a classic 40-minute gondola tour through Venice's canals.
EUR80 per gondola, 45m

5:00pm

Explore Rialto Bridge and Market

Walk through the lively market and admire the iconic bridge.
Free, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Trattoria Al Gazzettino

Enjoy Venetian pasta and seafood dishes open late till 11pm.
EUR35, 1h30m
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Day 6: Milan City Tour

Milan, Italy on August 28, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel in Venice

Eat early to catch morning train to Milan.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Train from Venice to Milan Centrale

Travel approximately 2.5 hours to Italy’s fashion and finance capital.
EUR45, 2h30m

11:00am

Check-in and freshen up

Settle into your Milan hotel, close to Duomo Square.
Varies, 1h

12:00pm

Lunch at Luini

Try famous panzerotti, a Milanese street food favorite.
EUR10, 30m

12:45pm

Milan Cathedral (Duomo)

Tour the vast gothic cathedral and climb to rooftop terraces for city views (9am-7pm).
EUR15, 2h

3:00pm

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Browse luxury shops and admire stunning glass architecture in this elegant arcade.
Free, 1h

4:30pm

Sforza Castle

Visit the historic castle housing museums and gardens, open till 5:30pm.
EUR10, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Ristorante Nabucco

Savor traditional Milanese and Lombardy cuisine in the lively Brera district.
EUR45, 1h30m
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Day 7: Return to Munich

Munich, Germany on August 29, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel in Milan

Have a fulfilling breakfast before departure.
Included, 1h

9:00am

Train from Milan to Munich

Comfortable direct train route through the Alps back to Munich (approx. 7h travel).
EUR80, 7h

4:00pm

Arrival in Munich

Conclude your Italian adventure and arrive back in Munich for onward plans.
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