Hi Jen, Cheers Gosh, I am so lazy in comparison when it comes to planning. 2. I hope this has been of help and do let me know if you have any more questions. Except for maybe Milan if you want to do the day trip as well. I would love to fly into Milan to Venice, La Spezia, Florence, Tuscany, Rome just like you suggest. Thanks for your comment and glad you have enjoyed this itinerary and comments. Lorraine. But are we staying at each city too long? Cheers What you do recon ? Help! In CT the walk between the towns is good for all ages and I guarantee the kids will be exhausted at the end. Hi Jen! As for a budget for accommodation and food, this will depend entirely on your personal preferences and standards. From Lucerne I highly recommend taking the cog train and gondola to Mt Pilatus (http://www.pilatus.ch/en/). Are we in over our heads? However, if you cant, all hotels have a luggage room where you can store your luggage if you are early. Experience the Amalfi Coast with a private driver and guide . 1. ( but i dont think we have enough time for rimini). Youll get to see the highlights of this trip in a few less days. Thanks so much! These 11 amazing destinations make it easy. Hope this helps and that you enjoy this beautiful part of Italy. You may want to step up to first class on the Intercity and regional trains. It is honestly one of the most stunning parts of the world I have visited. Its generally cheaper to purchase separate tickets for each journey. Id say that you dont need a full day to travel. Instead wander up and down the cobblestone lanes checking out the small churches, local food and artisan stores. Both are regions you can really relax and get away from the crowds for a bit. haha Should I consider Naples and Cinque Terre? Day 8 Sunday: Explore Coast sleep in Praiano Italy is a great country to visit all year round. Suffice to say, Italian trains are rarely inordinately late and probably suffer fewer delays than planes or car travel. I was given some advice that it might make more sense to actually stay in Lake Como instead of Milan, and I found what looks like a great hostel in Mennagio. Italys train stations inhabit a sliding scale that starts with Romes massive Stazione Termini, a mini-city with bookshops, bars and restaurants, and filters down to the kind of single-platform middle-of-nowhere stations that walkers stagger into at the end of lengthy hikes. Thank you for your kind words about my itinerary. Language will not be a problem as most signs in also in English. Your itinerary sounds perfect! It is easy to get around the lake on a hop-on hop-off boat and the little towns are really beautiful and nice to explore on foot. Cruise: Venice, Split, Kotor, Corfu, Naples, Rome, Train: Rome, Assisi, Florence, Cinque Terre, Milan (and Lake Como), Venice. As far to understood rail pass doesnt do reservation and not sutiable for this trip. Cheers If you do the classic Rome-Florence-Venice tour, then you can do it all easily by train, and it is the recommended option because the train stations in these cities are conveniently located in the city centers and you do not need a car to tour them. I am so pleased I came across your site. And if after completing that section, you feel up to it, you can continue on to Corniglia by foot or just jump on the train. Thanks John. Are there extra charges to have luggage on board? Since we have to leave on July 4rth morning 10:30AM flight, we either have to spend our last night in Rome, or consider an itinerary in which we take an overnight train back to Rome. We have never been to either country before. En route it crosses lemon groves and lava flows, stopping at remotestations every five minutes. Thanks for getting in touch. Italy is definitely on my bucket list. I will be back for some more tips for sure. With this itinerary I now know where to start. Jen. Sign up for free and earn commission on every booking by registering as an accredited TourRadar Agent. This will take you around 4-4.5 hours. Jen. It will be over Easter, so I am not sure if it would be worth the experience to be in Rome/Vatican City then, or to avoid it. If youve got over 2000 to blow and want to imagine youre living in a Graham Greene novel or an Agatha Christie whodunit, take the Venice Simplon Orient-Express (belmond.com) from London (or Paris) to La Serenissima. If it is to drive to Rome, you could easily take the train. Day 6 Friday: Explore Florence, sleep in Florence It would be great if you could help me plan a good itinerary and suggest the best possible places to cover during my stay in Italy and yes to make the most memorable trip ever , Hi Merlyn, That sounds like a great trip and your plan definitely makes sense to me. Cinque Terre translates to Five Lands and comprises the five small coastal villages of Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso. Have a great trip! I like that you will be basing yourself in Sienna instead of Florence, there is a lot to see in Tuscany. Hi Jen, thank you for this amazing write up , My friend and I are travelling Italy in mid-May onwards for 2 weeks, and we are so excited, we dont quite know where to start! I am flying into Milan and I want to travel to both Rome and Venice. Jen. We think we will take backpacks (60L??) Cheers You trip is going to be amazing. I was looking for exactly this kind of detailed travel plan which not only covers the stops but the local attractions as well. The Glacier Express. Thanks Amrit. Seat reservations can be made on top of your pass and cost extra. Your itinerary sounds good and you are definitely going to be seeing lots of the country, making the most of your time with day trips. I am planning way ahead and using 1 day to travel even by train. Italys sinking city, Venice, is made up of 118 islands connect by bridges and separated by canals, and is literally sinking into the marshy ground it was built on. But kids wanted to see the leaning tower in Pisa which seems to be on the way from La Spezia to Florence. Tirano to St. Moritz Hailed as one of the most spectacular train routes in the world, the Bernina Express between the Italian city Tirano and the Swiss Alpine resort St. Moritz is not one to be missed. You should buy train tickets in advance in Italy. just need your help on clarifying these questions for me. Popular legend suggests it was Mussolini who made Italys trains run on time, though its debatable that Il Duce was solely responsible for ending railway tardiness. I dont want to be dragging those down the streets all day before we can check in! Frecciabianca: the slowest among the Frecce, they run on traditional lines and connect large and medium-sized cities in 14 of the 20 Italian regions (Valle dAosta, Trentino Alto Adige, Umbria, Basilicata, Sicily and Sardinia are not covered). Hey Alyssa. This blog is so awesome. Please help with the itenarary. Yes that sounds like a very time effective way to go. Hi Christine, Any suggestion on my plan ? Another alternative could be a day trip to Orvieto. The only way to train in Europe I think. Otherwise there are some great day trips from Florence that will allow you to see the highlights of Tuscany too. I have about 12 days (including travel) in September. Take a clifftop walk to admire views across the sun-kissed Tyrrhenian Sea and be sure to enjoy a refreshing drink of fresh orange and lemon juice made with fruit hand picked from the island's groves. Thank you, sue. The square's centre-piece is San Marco's Basilica a fine example of Venetian-Byzantine architecture. The commuter, or regional, train, which has set ticket prices that don't increase in cost as your travel time gets closer, is perfectly adequate for reaching Orvieto, making this one of the easiest day tours from Rome to pull off independently-especially if you're planning at the last minute. They connect medium to large cities across Italy, making few intermediate stops. This trip is more for our teenage kids. Nearby isSt Peter's Basilica an impressive example of Renaissance architecture and the holiest Catholic site. I hope this helps guide you in the right direction to get started on your planning. If you like this article, we think youll love our free e-mail newsletter! Cheers You itinerary looks great! With 8 Italy And Switzerland train adventures lasting from 4 days up to 16 days, you're sure to find a railway carriage with your name on it on a route that will leave you speechless. Jen. Tickets for high-speed trains dont require validation, as they can only be used on the specific service they are valid for. Trenitalia, Italys state-run rail network, operates most of the high-speed trains. Glad we could help. Plenty of time to relax and see it all. I like your posted itinerary, with the exception of starting in Venice and ending in Rome while skipping Assisi. Hi Jen, Here are a few suggestions: Finally, if you have less than two weeks to spend in Italy, check out my Italy 10 Day Itinerary. Cementing this country's obsession with espresso, this cake of layered biscuits soaked in coffee is the perfect after hours pick-me-up before an evening stroll through the charming streets. Youll need at least 2 nights there. If you like being by the water more than in a city full of museums then option 2 would be the best choice. Im going Italy for two weeks next year July by myself, this itinerary helped a lot, but Im slightly worried about the budget for the whole trip. Both offer fast trains between major cities / destinations. Construction began in 1386 taking 500 years to complete. Doges Palace Once the residence of Venetian leaders, now a museum where you can get a glimpse at some of the rooms used in its day including stately reception rooms, offices, living quarters, prison cells and torture chambers. The church is known as the "Church of Gold" thanks to its dressing of opulent gilt and intricate frescoes. The child offer is now extended to children ages 4 to 14 years when traveling on high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, InterCity, InterCityNotte, EuroCity, and Thello trains. Here are the average prices based on one adult travelling alone for both point to point tickets and rail pass. In the northern lakes, dolomites, Sardinia, and Tuscany are all great places to drive in Italy. Rest of the beautiful places (Florence, Venice, Milan etc) are also on my list and yes i wouldnt mind exploring them considering the days i have in my hand. You have definitely chosen the perfect country to explore if you love food. Thats something I didnt know about. Thanks, Any suggestions? It means a lot to me to be able to help people plan their travels and I am so glad this info was helpful to you and your husband. Depending on which country you are from will depend on what is available and at what price. In terms of prices, this is depend greatly on the time of the year, day of the week and what class you wish to travel in. Easy to follow and rich with informations! I couldnt have planned it better myself!!! Piazza Navona The citys most beautiful square, featuring three spectacular fountains and surrounded by some of the citys best baroque architecture. On these and other main routes, there are approximately two trains an hour. Sign up to get discounts and insider tips for your destination, including top attractions, local food and drink experiences and more all delivered straight to your inbox. 2. Head to the Bay of Naples for glorious views of Mount Vesuvius one of Italy's three active volcanoes. We hope to return in 5 years for our 50th anniversary. Aug 10-11 Coastal area North of Rome (Cinque Terre or Pisa or both????) You could take 2 nights from Cinque Terre and one each from Venice and Florence to do 4 nights in Rome. For flights we use and recommend Skyscanner to compare prices. You can find his Facebook page here https://www.facebook.com/alessandrocammilliwinetours?fref=ts Great itinerary! Great Post. Jen. Especially when taking trains we somehow have problems with that sometimes . Hi Jen, Valuable tips to plan your trip to Italy and avoid beginner mistakes. Thanks for reading and I hope you enjoyed this post. If you want to see this incredible work of art it is necessary to book in advance. Please email me jen@thetrustedtraveller.com with what you have so far and I can help you from there. Do you have any suggestions of what i should do in the winter? This is my intended route for Italy starting from mid May 2016, flying in from Nice, and flying from Rome to Athens to continue my trip. Cheers Day 11 -12 Cheque Terre (if you have been). Thank you for creating such an easy to read site with so many helpful tips! I came across your forum and found it great helpful. Also Im considering actually staying at one of the Cinque Terre towns, instead of La Spezia which you suggested. From Milan do you suggest CT first and then onto Florence or Venice first? 1. What is your favourite part of this Italy by train itinerary or where are you most keen to visit? via the Gotthard route: 3 hrs 45 min. For Venice I would spend the 3 days hopping between the islands like Murano and Burano near Venice. Happy planning and travels. After exploring the town, take the three-minute train ride to Vernazza, the steepest of the villages, and stroll along Via Roma, peeking into the little cafes that line the street. Planning our first trip ever to Europe and it sounds so daunting. Have a great trip! Happy travels. Jen, I would definitely do this itinerary with some of my favorite places to stay, great post Jen. Also train would definitely be the easiest way to get around, just make sure you dont bring too much luggage as you will have to carry it all with you. Happy travels! Congratulations on the anniversary, A visit to Italy is a really nice way to celebrate. Planning a trip to Italy in September and you have helped immensely! Travelling by train overnight is a great way to save money on accommodation. Thank you for the kind words Lorraine. We were also thinking of skipping Assisi altogether and heading straight to Rome from Florence so its not too hectic. I love the way you display your pics on your blog! Id be happy to help. Milan offers Thello (thello.com) overnight trains to Paris or daytime coastal trains to Nice and Marseilles. We are taking our 10 children from Australia to Italy for 2 weeks in June July. Cheers One option is to visit on a guided tour where you will get to see this incredible work of art with an expert. Jen. Jim. Have a great time. Sorrento 2 nights visit Pompeii on the way there and day trip Capri and Amalfi coast. I will be traveling with my family to Italy for 2 weeks in December 2015. Hi Jen I came across your forum and thought Id pick your brains. We plan to be there two weeks. We are travelling with our 5 and 8 year olds. Rapallo 3 nights If you're in search of an affair of the heart, Venice is sure to reel you in with its artistic setting and labyrinth of enchanting canals. This trail takes about 90 minutes and requires a lot of walking up and down. Look for a green, white or yellow electronic box and insert your ticket into it to get it timestamped (ie validated) before getting on your train (the validation lasts for six hours). We would love to spend 3 days in Rome, 1 in Milan, and 2 days in Venice and Florence. There are racks above the seat that will fit large packs (we put 15kg, 60L packs up there no worries) and racks at the ends of the carriages for larger bags. Would you suggest Cinque Terre or Amalfi coast as the best place to be able to do this. and travel high speed train. Exploring Italy by train is by far and away the easiest and most comfortable way to see this historic country thanks to an extensive rail network that offers fast and reliable services giving you the opportunity to admire Italy's wonderful landscapes. The perfect Italy trip will have you seeing as much as possible but not heading home feeling like you need another holiday to get over the holiday. Florence 2 nights I really hope this assures you that there is nothing to be concerned about and just enjoy your trip. Thank you for the amazing itinerary guides! Jen. It is perfect for 15 days! Any suggestions you have would be appreciated or if you feel it could be mapped out any better please feel free to let me know ! I think this sounds like a well balanced plan with enough time to see the highlights in each place. My hubby n I are heading to Europe thus year middle of August and have just booked a cruise out if Athens for 10 nights ending in Venice then off to lake Como for 4 nights THEN what do you suggest for the next 3 weeks before heading back to Aust. Have a great trip! Id be happy to discuss this further with you if youd like to email me thetrustedtraveller@gmail.com and I with a few more details I could help you out with an overall cost. We havent been to Bologna sorry but would love to visit it someday. . Day 13 Thursday: Explore Rome, sleep in Rome In the Sistine Chapel you'll see Michelangelo's remarkable frescoes that adorn the walls and ceilings. Thats the trouble with Europe so many beautiful places and so little time (and money) I will be reading all of your Europe guides to gain more for information. Absolutely, getting to places like Florence, Siena, Pisa and Lucca (just to name a few) are really easy from Tuscany for day trips. Also, what would be a good amount to budget for lodging and food each day? Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II This huge glass roofed shopping arcade linksDuomo Square with La Scala. Trains are incredibly easy to use in Europe and drop you right in the heart of each city so its super convenient too. Cheers Italys train network runs to every major city and most smaller cities and towns making it easy to get from place to place. Gayathri. Being able to hop on the train in the centre of one place and arrive in the centre of another in a matter of hours is much more convenient and less stressful that negotiating busy airports or driving long distances and having to find a parking spot. Congratulations! Please try again later. So glad that you found our site useful. Best train trip in Italy #1: Milan to Venice Photo: Alexey Gorshenin /Shutterstock The relatively short journey between Milan and Venice takes you through some must-see cities. I think your itinerary is perfect but you may struggle to fit in Rimini. For example, the train journey from Rome to Florence is only just over an hour. It is relatively flat and takes the average walker around 20 minutes. You itinerary sounds great so far. This is just a guide so feel free to change it around however it works best for you. Rail is also the best way to travel in some of Italy's most scenic and popular destinations, including the Cinque Terre, where cheap trains connect the five picturesque cliff-top villages, passing through numerous tunnels in the steep cliffs and giving views of the ocean. Thank you for your advice, * Prices correct as at time of publishing. Cheers They were my favorite way to get around Asia. Cheers We are planning a trip to Italy next October or November. What cities, towns or regions are you planning to visit? What do you think? Jen. What do you think of this? Budget airlines are so great yet so bad all at the same time! Cheers If you dont plan to visit rural areas where the train doesnt go, I always recommend taking the train. Day 1-4 Rome; Will reach at 9 AM Im planning a 2 week trip around Italy in February and cant tell you how much this helped me! Ive messaged him and will let you know if he can help soon. Sign up now its free! For an exact time? Id suggest visiting Rome first then heading to Sorrento then Florence as you will probably be a little tired and jetlagged when you arrive. This ticket will give you direct access to the Basilica and the opportunity to take in the incredible views from the Terrace. Alternatively, a smaller town in Tuscany might be more your speed. I will likely be spending Christmas in Budapest and then head over to enjoy Italy (which has been on my bucket list for YEARS). But, what do you think about a 1-day trip by tour bus to Assisi from Rome? If we rent a car, where would be a good place to pick up and drop off? You can walk (or take the train) the Cinque Terre easily in one day so two nights is perfect. Personally I would spend your time in Italy,as you mentioned you have visited Paris before. If your train does not have a specific train number, date and time printed on it, you must validate it before boarding . Does this look like a relaxing itinerary or should I take out/add something? I hope you have a really great time in Italy. Tickets are around $66 per person. Thank you so much! When you arrive in Siena, take the 125 bus from Siena - Ferrovia right outside the station. If you are taking a larger bag, I recommend taking a padlock and chain to secure your bag as the racks are not monitored. Thanks Megan. Once you arrive in Rome, traffic and parking will be an issue if you have a car. Make sure you view it from one of the adjacent bridges as well as walk over it. Or feel free to email me and can provide you with more info. Assisi is a small town perched high on a hill in the region of Umbria approximately half way between Rome and Florence. Others are run by a private company, Italo. If you wanted to travel at a slower pace, I would suggest just selecting 3-4 places from the list and spending more time there. Youve got the option of doing the journey in an ordinary chair or having a sleep cabin. How do I know if a train is a high speed train? Or Lucerne is also nice, but bigger, and is a great place for day trips up into the mountains. Just clean. Feel free to leave a comment below and Ill do my best to advise. Jen. And wed love to hear from you after your trip too to tell us all about it! They are a great intro to each city and the guides are always very good because they work for tips only. From what you suggest, staying at Florence is a good base for visiting other smaller towns? Thanks Parya. If your lucky to get a chatty gondolier, he will entertain you with stories and maybe even serenade you as you punt along the canals. Thank you for great tips . My questions are: I am travelling with my wife and two kids 6 & 12 on june 8th for 2 weeks. More convenient than flying. Hop off at the town of Bellagio, at least, and explore its cobblestone streets and charming stores and cafes. Thanks again! That can be a little terrifying in some areas. If I can help with anything else, dont hesitate to ask! Assisi 2 nights My pleasure Gayathri. Major car-rental agencies have offices in many towns. Roads encompass sweeping autostradas (where tolls are charged), regional roads and strade locali (often unpaved and unmapped). All of the other places are so rich with history and full of stunning things to see and do. I am flying into Venice and leaving from Rome. And yes three days would be plenty of time. Do you have the perfect itinerary? You mentioned above the Amalfi Coast was your favorite however, this will be my first trip to Italy. Also Lake Como as well would be a stretch and from our experience, the Amalfi Coast and Cinque Terre are more enjoyable. The city is Italy's third biggest and has some of the world's best opera houses and theatres. thetrustedtraveller@gmail.com Hope this helps and if you ever need anything else, please dont hesitate to email me jen@thetrustedtraveller.com. 1 hour 31 minutes (Frecciarossa Trenitalia), 3 hours 45 minutes (Frecciargento Trenitalia), 2 hours 55 minutes / 3 hours 20 minutes (Frecciarossa Trenitalia), 1 hour 10minutes (Frecciarossa Trenitalia), 1 hour 40 minutes (Frecciarossa Trenitalia), 2 hours 5 minutes (Frecciargento Trenitalia), 2 hours 23 minutes / 2 hours 35 minutes (Frecciabianca Trenitalia), 4 hours 40 minutes (Frecciarossa Trenitalia). You can use either Trenitalia (Frecciarossa or Regionale Veloce) and Italo trains. This itinerary is a great place for you to start as it is two week exactly and you could do it in reverse order, starting in Venice, ending in Rome. So when you pack, make sure you think about this. If you have any more questions, dont hesitate to ask. Thanks! Legion are the tourists who have been caught out by ticket validation in Italy. If youd like specific recommendations, feel free to email me. Jen. Take an early morning train from Le Spezia to maximise your time in Milan. April/May is an excellent time to visit Europe. Many thanks!! The Colosseum was the largest ever built in the Roman Empire and is regarded as one of the greatest examples of Roman architecture. Cheers You can book in advance here to avoid missing out. My tip is to pick the airline that offers you the cheapest price with flight arrival and departure times that are convenience to you. Would you have suggestions on how much time to spend in each place? Also what cities to stay in so that we can easily access the other locations? Less visited than either Modena or Parma, but with a laid-back charm all its own, Reggio Emilia is a delightful place to enjoy la dolce vita for a day. The weather should be good also but the night may still be a little cool in some places further north like Switzerland. Sami Khan, Hi Sami, In Italy, Italo trains are operated by a private company that competes with the national rail provider. Feel free to get in touch anytime when planning your next adventure! What corresponds to second class (or standard) on the Frecce and Italo is absolutely decent, but obviously more crowded, so if you wish for tranquility and silence, go for an upper class of service. No worries at all if you cant start and finish in Rome. The Maple Leaf Train. Experience the wonder of Italy by train to explore the country's top destinations and to fall in love with the Italian culture. Julie, Hi Julie, If Rome isnt your thing, then I say skip it. Corniglia to Vernazza Arguably the most challenging of the four trails. I would suggest removing one of the places or adding an extra 2-3 days to your trip if possible. I am so happy to have found your site! Have a fantastic trip! Our plan was to stay in the north Venice, Lake Como, Cinque Terre, Florence/Tuscany and fly out of Milan. Inside you will find incredible architecture and world class art including Michelangelos famous painted ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. What do we do with them in Assisi, Florence, Cinque Terre, and Venice when we arrive before check in times at our VRBOs? We were thinking of visiting Milan, Venice, Florence, Rome, Naples and Capri islands. Any feedback would be appreciated. Jen. Hi Trisha, Hi Jen, I love your post, SO helpful! Jen. Called an express, it's more of a gentle pootle above all five of the Unesco-listed seaside. Maybe San Gimignano. From there you have three options in terms of exploring these five villages which are all easily achievable in one full day. This option would be a little more expensive but give you the freedom to explore a little more. For tickets and timetable information, install the Italo Treno app - so . We have 7 nights which we have to split between Florence, CT and sorrento. Paris to Milan. Le Frecce - they are Trenitalias most modern, comfortable and fastest trains, which also means they cost more. It is very nice for me to hear that this information is useful to others when planning their trips. The cheapest option by far for this itinerary is to purchase point to point tickets. I would suggest for 12 days, following the same itinerary I have suggested above except remove Assisi and this will give you 12 days. Like your posted itinerary, with the national rail provider three days would be a little tired and jetlagged you. Third biggest and has some of the greatest best train trips in italy of Roman architecture more enjoyable with else. It sounds so daunting and comprises the five small coastal villages of Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia Vernazza. Autostradas ( where tolls are charged ), regional roads and strade locali ( often unpaved and ). 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