18 days in Northwest Italy, Alghero & Palau Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Italy journey planner
Start: New York City
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Venice
— 3 nights
Drive
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Milan
— 1 night
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Genoa
— 2 nights
Drive
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Siena
— 2 nights
Drive
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Rome
— 4 nights
Train to Napoli Centrale, Fly to Alghero
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Alghero
— 2 nights
Drive
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Palau
— 3 nights
Fly
End: New York City
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Venice — 3 nights
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City of Romance
Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Mon): get to know the fascinating history of Piazza San Marco, take in the views from Ponte dei Sospiri, then steep yourself in history at Doge's Palace, then admire the landmark architecture of Basilica di San Marco, and finally admire the landmark architecture of St Mark's Campanile. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue): explore the activities along Canal Grande, take in the views from Ponte di Rialto, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Santa Maria dei Miracoli, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica of St. Anthony, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Scrovegni Chapel, and finally admire the masterpieces at Musei Civici Agli Eremitani.
To find reviews, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Venice trip planner.
New York City, USA to Venice is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 6 hour difference. Traveling from New York City in October, Venice is slightly colder at night with lows of 51°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Milan.
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To find reviews, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Venice trip planner.
New York City, USA to Venice is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 6 hour difference. Traveling from New York City in October, Venice is slightly colder at night with lows of 51°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Milan.
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Milan — 1 night
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Fashion Capital of World
On the 4th (Wed), take in the spiritual surroundings of Duomo di Milano, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo, then explore the historical opulence of Castello Sforzesco, and finally browse the exhibits of Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio. On the 5th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get a taste of the local shopping with Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Il Cenacolo, and finally explore the different monuments and memorials at Monumental Cemetery.
To find out how to plan a trip to Milan, use our trip itinerary maker.
Drive from Venice to Milan in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In October in Milan, expect temperatures between 65°F during the day and 52°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can drive to Genoa.
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Drive from Venice to Milan in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In October in Milan, expect temperatures between 65°F during the day and 52°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can drive to Genoa.
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Genoa — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 6th (Fri): take in the spiritual surroundings of Cattedrale di San Lorenzo - Duomo di Genova, then admire nature's wide array of creatures at Aquarium of Genoa, then take in the waterfront at Old Port, and finally take a stroll through Boccadasse. Keep things going the next day: get to know the fascinating history of Passeggiata Anita Garibaldi a Nervi, admire the striking features of Palazzi dei Rolli, then make a trip to Via Giuseppe Garibaldi, then make a trip to Piazza De Ferrari, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Spianata Castelletto.
To find ratings, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Genoa route tool.
Traveling by car from Milan to Genoa takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Milan in October since evenings lows in Genoa dip to 59°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) early enough to drive to Siena.
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To find ratings, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Genoa route tool.
Traveling by car from Milan to Genoa takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Milan in October since evenings lows in Genoa dip to 59°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) early enough to drive to Siena.
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Siena — 2 nights
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Cultural Heart of Tuscany
On the 8th (Sun), pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica Cateriniana San Domenico, deepen your understanding at Scuola di Cucina di Lella, and then indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink. Here are some ideas for day two: make a trip to Piazza del Campo, get a sense of history and politics at Palazzo Pubblico and Museo Civico, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Battistero di San Giovanni, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Duomo di Siena, then contemplate the long history of Centro Storico di Siena, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Torre del Mangia.
For ratings, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Siena travel planner.
Getting from Genoa to Siena by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In October in Siena, expect temperatures between 73°F during the day and 56°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Rome.
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For ratings, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Siena travel planner.
Getting from Genoa to Siena by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In October in Siena, expect temperatures between 73°F during the day and 56°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Rome.
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Rome — 4 nights
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Eternal City
Rome is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: delve into the distant past at Pantheon, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Peter's Basilica, ponder the design of Trevi Fountain, and explore the world behind art at Vatican Museums.
To see photos, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, use the Rome trip itinerary builder website.
Drive from Siena to Rome in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In October, daytime highs in Rome are 73°F, while nighttime lows are 55°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Alghero.
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To see photos, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, use the Rome trip itinerary builder website.
Drive from Siena to Rome in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In October, daytime highs in Rome are 73°F, while nighttime lows are 55°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Alghero.
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Alghero — 2 nights
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Little Barcelona
Kick off your visit on the 14th (Sat): take in the pleasant sights at Escala del Cabirol, then take in the dramatic natural features at Capo Caccia, then explore the fascinating underground world of Neptune's Grotto, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Spiaggia Mugoni. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 15th (Sun): explore the fascinating underground world of Frecce delle Grotte di Antonio Piccinnu, then kick back and relax at Spiaggia di Maria Pia, then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and finally learn about winemaking at Azienda Agricola Leda' d'Ittiri.
To see more things to do, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, read our Alghero driving holiday planner.
Do a combination of train and flight from Rome to Alghero in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of bus and ferry. In October, daytime highs in Alghero are 76°F, while nighttime lows are 56°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Palau.
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To see more things to do, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, read our Alghero driving holiday planner.
Do a combination of train and flight from Rome to Alghero in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of bus and ferry. In October, daytime highs in Alghero are 76°F, while nighttime lows are 56°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Palau.
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Palau — 3 nights
Change things up with these side-trips from Palau: Valle della Luna (in Capo Testa) and Capo Testa (in Santa Teresa Gallura).
For photos, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, use the Palau trip planner.
You can drive from Alghero to Palau in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. On the 18th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.
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For photos, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, use the Palau trip planner.
You can drive from Alghero to Palau in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. On the 18th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.
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