57 days in Italy Itinerary

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Fly to Rome, Train to Naples
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Naples
— 7 nights
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Rome
— 15 nights
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Florence
— 13 nights
Drive
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Ravenna
— 1 day
Drive
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Bologna
— 2 nights
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Trieste
— 1 night
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Venice
— 7 nights
Drive
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Verona
— 1 night
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Milan
— 9 nights
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Naples — 7 nights

Get out of town with these interesting Naples side-trips: Ravello (Villa Cimbrone Gardens, Villa Rufolo, &more), Positano (Fornillo & Boat Tours & Water Sports) and Duomo di Salerno (in Salerno).

To see other places to visit, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Naples online journey planner.

Denver, USA to Naples is an approximately 15.5-hour combination of flight and train. The time zone changes from Mountain Standard Time (MST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually an 8 hour difference. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Naples when traveling from Denver in June, with lows around 66°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sat) early enough to take a train to Rome.
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Rome — 15 nights

Eternal City

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Rome: Istituzione Palazzo Rospigliosi (in Zagarolo) and Tivoli (Parco Villa Gregoriana, Villa Adriana, &more). And it doesn't end there: delve into the distant past at Colosseum, admire the landmark architecture of Pantheon, steep yourself in history at St. Peter's Basilica, and ponder the design of Trevi Fountain.

To find other places to visit, ratings, maps, and tourist information, go to the Rome attractions site.

Traveling by train from Naples to Rome takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. In July in Rome, expect temperatures between 89°F during the day and 70°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to catch the train to Florence.
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Find places to stay Jul 1 — 16:

Florence — 13 nights

Birthplace of the Italian Renaissance

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Florence: Fattoria Casa Sola (in Barberino Val d'Elsa), Panzano in Chianti (Monte Bernardi & Accademia del Buon Gusto) and Siena (Centro Storico di Siena, Duomo di Siena, &more). On the 26th (Wed), give your taste buds a day to remember with a local gastronomic tour. Next up on the itinerary: admire the masterpieces at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, enjoy breathtaking views from Leaning Tower of Pisa, admire the natural beauty at The Boboli Gardens, and snap pictures at Ponte Vecchio.

For reviews, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read Florence sightseeing planner.

Getting from Rome to Florence by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: fly; or drive. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Rome in July since evenings lows in Florence dip to 65°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Ravenna.
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Find places to stay Jul 16 — 29:

Ravenna — 1 day

City of Mosaics

Start off your visit on the 29th (Sat): contemplate the long history of Basilica di Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, get in on the family fun at Mirabilandia, meet the residents at Safari Ravenna, then pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica Di Sant'Apollinare In Classe, then make a trip to Mausoleo di Galla Placidia, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilica di San Vitale.

To find ratings, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Ravenna online tour planner.

Getting from Florence to Ravenna by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. July in Ravenna sees daily highs of 85°F and lows of 66°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Bologna.
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Bologna — 2 nights

Heart of Italian Cuisine

On the 30th (Sun), steep yourself in history at Piazza Maggiore, enjoy breathtaking views from Le Due Torri Torre degli Asinell, then get engrossed in the history at La Macchina del Tempo, then sample the fine beverages at Acetaia Villa San Donnino, and finally get the adrenaline pumping with an extreme tour. On the 31st (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: pause for some serene contemplation at Santuario di Madonna di San Luca, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica di San Domenico, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica - Santuario di Santo Stefano, then take an in-depth tour of Museo Civico Archeologico, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica di San Petronio.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Bologna online driving holiday planner.

Drive from Ravenna to Bologna in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. In July, daily temperatures in Bologna can reach 89°F, while at night they dip to 67°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Trieste.
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Find places to stay Jul 29 — 31:

Trieste — 1 night

Pearl of the Adriatic

Start off your visit on the 1st (Tue): step into the grandiose world of Miramare Castle-Historical Museum, appreciate the extensive heritage of Little Berlin, then make a trip to Piazza dell'Unita d'Italia, then pause for some photo ops at The Girls of Trieste, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Saint Giusto Cathedral.

To find more things to do, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Trieste attractions planner.

Drive from Bologna to Trieste in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 85°F in July, and nighttime lows around 69°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Tue) so you can go by car to Venice.
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Find places to stay Jul 31 — Aug 1:

Venice — 7 nights

City of Romance

Venture out of the city with trips to La Via Dell'acqua (in Cison Di Valmarino), Valdobbiadene (PDC Cartizze & Cantina San Gregorio) and Padua (Padua Botanical Garden - World Heritage Site, Basilica of St. Anthony, &more). There's lots more to do: explore the activities along Canal Grande, admire the striking features of Basilica di San Marco, see the interesting displays at Doge's Palace, and take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

To find photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Venice trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by car from Trieste to Venice takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a train. In August, daily temperatures in Venice can reach 85°F, while at night they dip to 66°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) early enough to drive to Verona.
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Find places to stay Aug 1 — 8:

Verona — 1 night

City of Romeo and Juliet

On the 9th (Wed), step into the grandiose world of Museo di Castelvecchio, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilica di San Zeno Maggiore, make a trip to Cappella dei Notai, then enjoy breathtaking views from Torre dei Lamberti, then browse the eclectic array of goods at Piazza delle Erbe, and finally see the interesting displays at Casa di Giulietta.

For reviews, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, read our Verona itinerary builder.

Traveling by car from Venice to Verona takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle; or take a train. In August, plan for daily highs up to 86°F, and evening lows to 64°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) so you can go by car to Milan.
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Find places to stay Aug 8 — 9:

Milan — 9 nights

Fashion Capital of World

Change things up with these side-trips from Milan: Castello di Vezio (in Vezio), Orrido di Bellano (in Bellano) and La Citta Alta (in Bergamo). Next up on the itinerary: take in the spiritual surroundings of Duomo di Milano, stroll around La Punta Spartivento, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, and add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour.

To find traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Milan trip itinerary maker website.

Getting from Verona to Milan by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train. In August, daily temperatures in Milan can reach 85°F, while at night they dip to 66°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Fri) to allow time to take a train back home.
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Find places to stay Aug 9 — 18:

Italy travel guide

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Italy is a land of high fashion, fine art, exquisite architecture, luxury sports cars, outstanding cuisine--and an insatiable taste for "la dolce vita." It's also home to the greatest number of World Heritage Sites in the world, making it an ideal place for your next holiday. The country boasts a varied landscape of mountain ranges, alpine lakes, and coastal towns, so it's no wonder travelers often refer to it as the bel paese (beautiful country). With so many places to visit, visitors often have a difficult time planning their itinerary. The smaller villages each feature a distinct character and a blend of architecture, art, and cuisine. In the country, you'll find countless archeological sites dating back to Roman times and beyond. The country's cities and seaside resorts are cosmopolitan powerhouses with museums, galleries, restaurants, shops, open-air markets, and pedestrian-friendly historic areas.
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