With so much incredible history, food, landscapes and adventures to be had, it can be hard to decide how to plan for a trip to Italy.
Lucky for you, we’ve put together the perfect 10 day Italy itinerary based on our travels.
This itinerary covers Rome, Cinque Terre, Florence and Venice. We broke it down into 10 easy-to-follow days.
We’ve added suggestions for where to spend extra time and where to skip if you are pressed for time so this itinerary can easily be adjusted to fit anyone’s travel preferences.
This route brings you to some of the most iconic sights in Italy as well as hidden gems. This is truly a bucket list trip!
A healthy blend of adventure, history, sightseeing and eating.
You’ll connect to each city via the highly efficient and affordable train system in Italy. We’ve covered exactly which tickets you’ll need to purchase and how to do so inside!
What you’ll get: A PDF download of the full customizable 10-day itinerary for offline access.
Italy’s famed Amalfi Coast is a bucket list destination for romantics and adventurers alike. From the freshest seafood to unparalleled hiking, planning a trip there can feel a bit overwhelming.
Lucky for you, we’ve put together the perfect 1 week Amalfi Coast itinerary based on our travels.
This itinerary covers 6+ days, exploring the Amalfi Coast from Positano (with optional days in Capri and Sorrento).
We’ve added suggestions for where to spend extra time and where to skip if you are pressed for time so this itinerary can easily be adjusted to fit anyone’s travel preferences.
This route brings you to some of the most iconic things to do on the Amalfi Coast as well as hidden gems. This is truly a bucket list trip!
A healthy blend of adventure, relaxation, sightseeing and eating, you’ll connect to the Amalfi Coast via Naples (the nearest International Airport) on either end of the itinerary. We’ve covered exactly how to get there and where to purchase train and ferry tickets inside!
Special Note: As the Amalfi Coast is such a coveted and limited destination, we recommend making your accommodation bookings as soon as you can (6+ months before your travels is ideal!) so you have the most options to choose from.
What you’ll get: A PDF download of the full customizable 6-7 day itinerary for offline access.
You can add a week on the Amalfi Coast onto the front end or back end of your Classic Italy itinerary (Rome + Cinque Terre + Florence + Venice) to create a magical 17-day Italian holiday. Save money by buying the bundle!
“This Italy itinerary is great! Packed with fun excursions, cultural sites, and great food! Its so nice to have someone who has experienced Italy first hand guide you through your trip. I loved the hikes on the Amalfi coast and in Cinque Terre! And the guides for how to access were extremely helpful.” – Bobbi P., May 2023
We know that is not feasible for everyone, so we decided to take our experience and turn it into two totally affordable and downloadable PDF guides that you can combine into one epic trip!
✓ Suggested days with optional variations
✓ Exact directions for how to get from place to place using Italy’s high speed trains
✓ Recommended places to eat and stay for each night
✓ Access to the interactive itinerary map in Google Maps
✓ Insider tips and Italy travel resources
✓ Our complete Italy packing guide
We carefully constructed our perfect Italy itineraries for anyone who has roughly 10 to 20 days to spend in Italy and wants to see some of the classic sights as well as some little-known gems. Either of our Italy itineraries would make an amazing honeymoon or special trip (especially when combined!).
The hotels, experiences and restaurants recommended are for those with a mid-range budget.
While Italy can be an expensive country, we’ve done our best to keep costs reasonable. That said, these aren’t itineraries for budget travelers.
Each destination in our Italy itineraries has 3 accommodation options to choose from. We’ve included a mix of Airbnbs and hotels to cover various accommodation preferences.
Nope! We set up our Italy itineraries based on train (and sometimes ferry) travel around Italy. In our experience, taking the trains in Italy is both affordable and efficient!
That being said, if you prefer to have your own vehicle, you could absolutely follow either itinerary by self-driving. Just know the timing may change a bit due to traffic and road conditions.
We’ve included a number of hikes and outdoor adventures in our Italy itineraries. Plus there is a decent amount of walking involved to explore the destinations around Italy.
That being said, we think anyone with a moderate level of fitness should be able to enjoy either itinerary, and you can always swap out of a hike for another less strenuous activity if you’re not feeling up for it.
In theory you could do either itinerary during any time of year*. However in the colder winter months, some of the hiking and outdoor activities may not be as enjoyable (or open!).
We’d suggest following either our Classic Italy itinerary or our Amalfi Coast itinerary during the spring, summer or fall months (April – October).
You can find more information in our guide to the best time to visit Italy.
*Keep in mind most of the Amalfi Coast shuts down and the ferries stop running from November – March.