How many days do you need in Rome, Florence & the Amalfi Coast?
- Most travelers spend 8-11 days in Rome, Florence, and Amalfi Coast combined
- Visiting Rome, Florence, and Amalfi Coast in 7 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 12 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Venice, Naples, and Bologna
How Many Days to Spend in Rome
How Many Days to Spend on the Amalfi Coast
How Many Days to Spend in Florence
How Many Days to Spend in Tuscany
Recommended Itineraries for Rome, Florence & the Amalfi Coast
Recommended Itinerary for 8 Days
Day | Highlights | Overnight |
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Day 1 | Arrive in Rome, Train to Florence | Florence |
Day 2 | Florence Self-Guided City Tour | Florence |
Day 3 | Day Trip to Tuscany: Siena & San Gimignano | Florence |
Day 4 | Return to Rome, Afternoon Colosseum & Forum Tour | Rome |
Day 5 | Self-Guided Vatican City Visit | Rome |
Day 6 | Transfer to the Amalfi Coast via Pompeii | Amalfi Coast |
Day 7 | Day Trip to Capri | Amalfi Coast |
Day 8 | Depart Naples |
This whirlwind eight-day tour through Italy's highlights fits it all in. Start in Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and home to the incredible Duomo and Ponte Vecchio bridge. Continue your travels in Rome, where ancient monuments and the breathtaking Sistine Chapel await. Finish off your travels on the Amalfi Coast, relaxing in the sunshine and admiring the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 9 Days
Day | Highlights | Overnight |
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Day 1 | Arrive in Rome, Travel to Florence | Florence |
Day 2 | Florence Self-Guided City Tour | Florence |
Day 3 | Day Trip to Tuscany: Siena, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni, & Chianti | Florence |
Day 4 | Return to Rome, Afternoon Colosseum & Forum Tour | Rome |
Day 5 | Self-Guided Vatican City Visit | Rome |
Day 6 | Transfer to the Amalfi Coast via Pompeii | Amalfi Coast |
Day 7 | Day Trip to Capri | Amalfi Coast |
Day 8 | Free Day on the Amalfi Coast | Amalfi Coast |
Day 9 | Depart Naples |
Cover the highlights of Italy, starting in Florence. Stroll across the Ponte Vecchio bridge, and admire the architectural wonder of the Duomo before heading down to Rome. Tour the impressive Colosseum and visit the incomparable St. Peter's Basilica before continuing south to the Amalfi Coast. Finish off your travels lazing on sandy beaches and exploring the colorful villages. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 10 Days
Day | Highlights | Overnight |
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Day 1 | Arrive in Rome, Transfer to Florence | Florence |
Day 2 | Florence Self-Guided City Tour | Florence |
Day 3 | Day Trip to Cinque Terre | Florence |
Day 4 | Train to Rome, Explore | Rome |
Day 5 | Visit the Colosseum & Roman Forum | Rome |
Day 6 | Self-Guided Vatican City Visit | Rome |
Day 7 | Transfer to the Amalfi Coast via Pompeii | Amalfi Coast |
Day 8 | Day Trip to Capri | Amalfi Coast |
Day 9 | Free Day on the Amalfi Coast | Amalfi Coast |
Day 10 | Depart Naples |
Spend your 10-day holiday discovering the highlights of Italy. Start off in Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and home to the spectacular Duomo. Stroll across the Ponte Vecchio before heading to the coast to explore the colorful villages and seaside cliffs of Cinque Terre. Venture down to Rome and delve into Italian history, visiting the Colosseum and the famed Sistine Chapel. Finish things off on the Amalfi Coast for some well-deserved beach time. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 11 Days
Day | Highlights | Overnight |
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Day 1 | Arrive in Rome, Travel to Florence | Florence |
Day 2 | Florence Self-Guided City Tour | Florence |
Day 3 | Day Trip to Cinque Terre | Florence |
Day 4 | Train to Rome, Explore | Rome |
Day 5 | Visit the Colosseum & Roman Forum | Rome |
Day 6 | Self-Guided Vatican City Visit | Rome |
Day 7 | Transfer to the Amalfi Coast via Pompeii | Amalfi Coast |
Day 8 | Day Trip to Capri | Amalfi Coast |
Day 9 | Vespa Tour of the Amalfi Coast | Amalfi Coast |
Day 10 | Free Day on the Amalfi Coast | Amalfi Coast |
Day 11 | Depart Naples |
Make the most of your time in Italy with this 11-day journey through the country's highlights. Stroll through cobblestone streets in Florence and sip on Chianti wine before discovering the enchanting, colorful villages of Cinque Terre. Immerse yourself in the history of Rome at the Colosseum and travel back in time to explore the ruins of Pompeii. Finish off your travels relaxing on the Amalfi Coast, dining on fresh seafood and limoncello. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
2-Week Itinerary Including Venice
Day | Highlights | Overnight |
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Day 1 | Arrive in Rome, Train to Venice, Evening Walking Food Tour | Venice |
Day 2 | Venice Walking Tour | Venice |
Day 3 | Murano, Burano & Torcello Excursion | Venice |
Day 4 | Free Day in Venice | Venice |
Day 5 | Train to Florence, Afternoon Food Tour | Florence |
Day 6 | Tour of Tuscany & Wine Tasting | Florence |
Day 7 | Free Day in Florence | Florence |
Day 8 | Florence to Amalfi Coast, Positano Sunset Cruise | Amalfi Coast |
Day 9 | Day Trip to Capri & Anacapri | Amalfi Coast |
Day 10 | Free Day on the Amalfi Coast | Amalfi Coast |
Day 11 | Return to Rome, Afternoon Colosseum & Forum Tour | Rome |
Day 12 | Vatican Tour: Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica, Rome Walking Tour | Rome |
Day 13 | Galleria Borghese, Free Afternoon in Rome | Rome |
Day 14 | Depart Rome |
Spend two weeks delving into Italy's historical and cultural sites on this packed itinerary. Ride a gondola down Venice's Grand Canal and see art by Michelangelo and da Vinci in Florence. Explore Tuscany's medieval towns, then continue to the Amalfi Coast for ancient summer villas, limoncello, and seaside terraces. End in Rome to see the Vatican and explore eclectic neighborhoods. Read more
2-Week Itinerary Including Venice & Naples
Day | Highlights | Overnight |
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Day 1 | Arrive in Venice, Explore | Venice |
Day 2 | Free Day in Venice | Venice |
Day 3 | Private Tour of Venice | Venice |
Day 4 | Train to Florence & Guided Tour | Florence |
Day 5 | Day Trip to Lucca & Pisa | Florence |
Day 6 | Vespa Tour of Tuscany | Florence |
Day 7 | Train to the Amalfi Coast, Explore | Amalfi Coast |
Day 8 | Explore Positano & Ravello | Amalfi Coast |
Day 9 | Transfer to Naples, Hike to Mount Vesuvius & Guided Tour of Pompei | Naples |
Day 10 | Guided Tour of Naples | Naples |
Day 11 | Train to Rome, Explore | Rome |
Day 12 | Guided Tour of Vatican Museum | Rome |
Day 13 | Explore Trastevere District | Rome |
Day 14 | Depart Rome |
Discover the sights and delights of Italy on this two-week highlights tour. Explore the floating city of Venice, the Renaissance jewel of Florence, and the Eternal City of Rome. Ride a Vespa through picturesque Tuscany and discover the stunning Amalfi Coast. Soak up the culture, food, and wine while you fall in love with Italy. Read more
15-Day Itinerary Including Venice & Bologna
Day | Highlights | Overnight |
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Day 1 | Arrive in Rome, Train to Venice, Evening Walking Food Tour | Venice |
Day 2 | Venice Street Food Tour With a Local Guide | Venice |
Day 3 | Discover Bologna, Food Tour | Bologna |
Day 4 | Day Trip to Parma: Ham & Parmesan Tasting | Bologna |
Day 5 | Free Day in Bologna | Bologna |
Day 6 | Bologna to Florence & City Food Tour | Florence |
Day 7 | Tour of Tuscany & Wine Tasting | Florence |
Day 8 | Free Day in Florence | Florence |
Day 9 | Transfer to the Amalfi Coast, Explore | Amalfi Coast |
Day 10 | Wine Tasting, Marisa Cuomo Vineyard | Amalfi Coast |
Day 11 | Free Day on the Amalfi Coast | Amalfi Coast |
Day 12 | Pizza Making Class | Amalfi Coast |
Day 13 | Return to Rome, Evening Rome Excursion | Rome |
Day 14 | Trastevere Food & Wine Tour | Rome |
Day 15 | Depart Rome |
This 15-day itinerary is our most comprehensive culinary tour through Italy, from a Venice street food excursion to wine tasting in Tuscany's medieval vineyards. You'll visit Bologna for medieval churches, aged cheese, and cured Parma ham, spend four days relaxing on the sunny Amalfi Coast, and end your trip in Rome, where the Vatican City, Colosseum, and the perfect cappuccino await. Read more
How to travel between Rome, Florence & the Amalfi Coast
How to get from Florence to Amalfi
The distance from Florence to Amalfi is about 340 miles (550 km)—a long trip best started early in the morning, regardless of what means of travel you opt for. Read more
How to get from Florence to Rome
If you've taken in the Renaissance charms of Florence and are ready to visit Rome or catch your flight home, there are a few ways to make the roughly 175-mile (282 km) journey. Italy's two train companies offer a full schedule of daily departures between the two cities, with trains running every 15-30 minutes. Driving between Florence and Rome takes about 3.5 hours if you stay on the autostrada, the Italian equivalent of an interstate highway. There are also several flights a day connecting the two cities. Read more