Planning a 10-day trip to Italy feels exciting. But it also feels overwhelming. Where do you stay? What do you skip? How do you get from city to city without wasting time?
We have done the hard work for you.
This guide covers everything you need for a smooth, well-planned trip across Rome, Florence, and the Amalfi Coast. We have designed this itinerary after planning dozens of Italy trips for first-time and repeat travelers.
You will find the best hotels, the right trains, top sights, transport planning using the Trenitalia rail network, and practical tips all in one place.
Trip Overview
This 10-day Italy package takes you through Rome, Florence, Cinque Terre, and the Amalfi Coast. Every stop is chosen with the purpose to give you a full, real feel of Italy.
Night breakdown: Rome (3 nights), Florence (2 nights), Cinque Terre (1 night), Amalfi Coast (3 nights).
Rome brings history. Florence brings art and architecture. Cinque Terre brings dramatic coastline and color. The Amalfi Coast wraps it up with stunning views, fresh seafood, and a slow, sun-soaked pace.
Best time to visit: Spring (April to June) or Autumn (September to October). Avoid July and August if you dislike crowds and peak-season prices.
Getting around: A Trenitalia rail pass is included. It covers all high-speed train rides between Rome, Florence, and the north. Private transfers handle the coastal legs where trains do not reach.
Stays: A mix of boutique hotels in Rome and Florence, a cliffside guesthouse in Cinque Terre, and a sea-view hotel on the Amalfi Coast. Every property is picked for comfort, value, and location.
Trip Highlights
- Days 1 to 3: Rome, history, food, and energy. Walk through the Colosseum, toss a coin at the Trevi Fountain, explore the Vatican Museums, and eat your way through Trastevere. Rome does not slow down, and neither will you.
- Days 4 to 5: Florence, art and architecture. Visit the Uffizi Gallery, cross the Ponte Vecchio, and climb to Piazzale Michelangelo for the best views in the city. A day trip to Tuscany fits in perfectly here for those who want rolling hills and wine country.
- Day 6: Cinque Terre, color and coastline. Take the train along the Ligurian coast, walk between the five villages, and eat fresh pasta with a sea view. Most travelers say this is the most beautiful day of the trip.
- Days 7 to 10: Amalfi Coast, slow living and sea views. Positano, Ravello, and Amalfi town are all part of the plan. Boat rides, lemon groves, cliffside restaurants, and some of the best sunsets in Europe round out the trip.
