24 days in Italy Itinerary

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Church of St. Louis of the French and St. Clement Basilica. Colosseum and St. Peter's Basilica will appeal to history buffs. There's lots more to do: explore the ancient world of Pantheon, steep yourself in history at Roman Forum, pause for some serene contemplation at Santa Maria in Trastevere, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Navona.

To find where to stay, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Rome trip maker website.

Melbourne, Australia to Rome is an approximately 24.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Melbourne to Rome is minus 9 hours. Traveling from Melbourne in December, you will find days in Rome are much colder (16°C), and nights are little chillier (4°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Tue) so you can drive to Ravello.

Best known for its celebrated terraced gardens, Ravello is a hidden gem of Italy's Amalfi Coast.

On the 2nd (Wed), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cattedrale di San Lorenzo, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Duomo di Sant'Andrea, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sanctuary of Our Lady of Sorrow (Sancturio Maria Santissima Addolorata), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cappella Sant'Angelo all'Ospedale, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at San Giovanni del Toro, and finally admire the striking features of Villa Rufolo. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: appreciate the extensive heritage of Centro Storico Ravello, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Convento Frati Minori Conventuali S.Francesco, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Villa Cimbrone Gardens, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Torre dei Normanni.

To see more things to do and other tourist information, go to the Ravello trip itinerary maker app.

You can drive from Rome to Ravello in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Traveling from Rome in January, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Ravello, with lows of 10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Thu) so you can go by car to Assisi.

Rich in culture and religious tradition, Assisi is known as the birthplace of St.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Fri): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica di Santa Chiara, then pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica Papale e Sacro Convento di San Francesco d'Assisi, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa Santo Stefano, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Eremo delle Carceri. On the next day, step into the grandiose world of Rocca Maggiore, pause for some serene contemplation at Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta Spoleto, then steep yourself in history at Porta Consolare, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli - Porziuncola, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at San Damiano.

To see reviews, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Assisi trip itinerary planning site.

Traveling by car from Ravello to Assisi takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or take a bus. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Ravello in January, with highs in Assisi at 11°C and lows at 2°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) early enough to drive to Florence.

Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Sun): get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza della Signoria, then steep yourself in history at The Baptistery of St. John, then admire the masterpieces at Gallerie Degli Uffizi, and finally take in the views from Ponte Vecchio. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the landmark architecture of Campanile di Giotto, steep yourself in history at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, contemplate the long history of Basilica of Santa Croce, explore the world behind art at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilica San Miniato al Monte, and finally make a trip to Piazzale Michelangelo.

For other places to visit, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Florence trip planner.

Traveling by car from Assisi to Florence takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In January in Florence, expect temperatures between 13°C during the day and 3°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) so you can fly to Palermo.

The capital of Sicily, Palermo was founded by the Phoenicians under the name of Ziz.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Tue): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cattedrale di Palermo, then contemplate the long history of Catacombe dei Cappuccini, then pause for some serene contemplation at Duomo di Monreale, and finally contemplate the long history of Norman Palace. Keep things going the next day: do a tasting at Alessandro di Camporeale, then pause for some serene contemplation at Parrocchia Ss. Annunziata, then pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa Del Gesu, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio.

For where to stay, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Palermo visit app.

Getting from Florence to Palermo by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and ferry; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Cagliari.

The capital of Sardinia, Cagliari is spread out over seven hills and still bears the marks of its past conquerors, including the Phoenicians, Carthaginians, and Romans.

Explore hidden gems such as Castello di Acquafredda and Chiesa di Nostra Signora delle Grazie. Popular historic sites such as Pranu Mutteddu and Pozzo Sacro Nuragico di Tattinu are in your itinerary. Get out of town with these interesting Cagliari side-trips: Necropoli di Montessu (in Villaperuccio), Cattedrale di Santa Maria di Monserrato (in Tratalias) and Su Nuraxi (in Barumini). There's lots more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa di San Geminiano, steep yourself in history at Chiesa di San Domenico, and delve into the distant past at Nuraghe Su Mulinu.

To see ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Cagliari day trip planning app.

You can fly from Palermo to Cagliari in 3 hours. Another option is to ride a ferry. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in January, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Sassari.

Sassari is an Italian city and the second-largest of Sardinia in terms of population with 127,525 inhabitants, and a Functional Urban Area of about 222,000 inhabitants. Start off your visit on the 13th (Sun): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa di Santa Giulia, pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa di Nostra Signora di Bonu Ighinu, then admire the landmark architecture of Pozzo Sacro di Predio Canopoli, then pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa di San Pietro del Crocifisso, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chiesa di Nostra Signora. Keep things going the next day: explore the ancient world of Nuraghe Santu Antine, then explore the ancient world of Domus Mandra Antine, then pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica di Santa Maria del Regno, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa di Nostra Signora di Bonaria.

For ratings, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Sassari road trip planning website.

Getting from Cagliari to Sassari by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In January, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Mon) early enough to fly to Venice.

Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Scrovegni Chapel and Basilica of St. Anthony. Visit Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari and Scuola Grande di San Rocco for their historical value. Step out of Venice with an excursion to Chiesa degli Eremitani - World Heritage Site in Padua--about 54 minutes away. There's still lots to do: get to know the fascinating history of Centro Storico di Venezia, take in the views from Ponte dei Sospiri, take in the architecture and atmosphere at San Giorgio Maggiore, and explore the activities along Canal Grande.

For more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Venice tour planning site.

Traveling by flight from Sassari to Venice takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, ferry, and train; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Sassari in January, with highs in Venice at 9°C and lows at 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly back home.