2-Week Italy Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 2-week Italy tour itineraries

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• 14 Days in Italy, incl. Rome and Venice

  A comprehensive Italian tour winds through 17 cities from Rome to Venice. Visit 8 UNESCO sites including Pompeii and Vatican City. Features guided tours in Florence, Assisi, and Genoa, plus scenic drives through Tuscany and along Amalfi Coast.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Rome

    Begin your Italian adventure in Rome. A recent visitor shared: "Getting to the Colosseum by 8:30 AM made all the difference - we beat the crowds and the heat." Visit the Vatican Museums first thing on day 2 with pre-booked tickets to skip the long lines. End your day exploring the Jewish Quarter before dinner in lively Trastevere.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Tuscany Region

    Stay in the lovely town of Montecatini. Take a trip to Florence to see Michelangelo's David and the Duomo. One visitor shared: "The Tuscan farm dinner excursion was a highlight - learning to make pasta while drinking local wine created memories we'll never forget." Visit Pisa early on day 4 before tourist crowds pick up.

    
  • Day 5

    Cinque Terre & Genoa

    Take the train between the five seaside villages. A helpful tip from a recent visitor: "Wear good walking shoes - the paths between towns can be slippery when wet." Spend your evening in Genoa exploring its medieval center and trying the local seafood.

    
  • Days 6-7

    Lake Maggiore & Swiss Border

    Take a break in the Italian Lakes. Enjoy boat trips on Lake Maggiore and visit nearby Lugano in Switzerland. A visitor tip: "The cable car ride up Monte Mottarone gives incredible Alpine views - go early before afternoon clouds roll in."

    
  • Days 8-9

    Venice

    Travel through Verona on your way to Venice. A smart suggestion from a frequent visitor: "Skip the crowded gondola rides and instead take the vaporetto at sunset for the best views of palazzos along the Grand Canal." Start day 9 with an early trip to Murano and Burano islands.

    
  • Days 10-11

    Assisi & Pompeii

    Visit the Basilica of St. Francis in medieval Assisi. Head to Pompeii in late afternoon when it's cooler and less busy. A visitor noted: "Hire a local guide here - they bring the ancient ruins to life with fascinating details about daily Roman life."

    
  • Days 12-13

    Sorrento & Capri

    Make Sorrento your base for Amalfi Coast exploration. Take the first ferry to Capri. A helpful tip: "Book a small boat tour around the island - the Blue Grotto gets packed but there are many other beautiful caves and coves to explore."

    
  • Day 14

    Return to Rome

    Drive back to Rome and stop in Frascati for lunch and wine tasting on your final day.

    

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• 14 Day Italy Itinerary, incl. Rome and Venice

  Italian wonders unfold over 14 days, visiting 7 cities including Rome, Florence, and Venice. Participate in migrant-led walks in Rome, Cinque Terre hiking, and Lake Como cruises. Around $280 per day includes hotels, breakfasts, and local transport.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Rome

    Give yourself two full days to explore the Eternal City. Book Colosseum and Vatican Museum tickets through their official websites well before your trip. A traveler shares: "Getting Vatican tickets ahead of time was crucial - the lines can be 3+ hours long in peak season." Start your first morning with a migrant-led walking tour for local insights, then spend the afternoon at the Roman Forum. Use your second day for the Vatican and Trastevere.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Montepulciano

    Take a 2-hour train ride to this medieval Tuscan town. One reviewer noted: "The wine tasting in a historic cellar beneath the city was a highlight." You can spend your second day visiting local vineyards or take a trip to Bagni San Filippo's thermal springs.

    
  • Days 5-7

    Florence

    Stop in Siena on your way to Florence. On your first evening, walk to Piazzale Michelangelo for sunset views. Plan to arrive by 7:30 PM in summer for optimal lighting. Spend one day exploring the historic center and another visiting museums. Book your Uffizi and Accademia tickets at least a month ahead, especially for summer visits.

    
  • Days 8-9

    Cinque Terre

    Pick one of the five villages as your base. A traveler suggests: "The hike from Corniglia to Manarola can be strenuous - bring proper shoes and start early before the heat." Your train pass makes it easy to visit different towns. Head to Riomaggiore at sunset for great photo opportunities.

    
  • Days 10-11

    Lake Como

    Take the scenic 5-hour train ride north. Stay in Como and use the ferry system to get around. A recent visitor advises: "The Como-Brunate funicular offers stunning lake views, but avoid midday when queues are longest." Set aside a full day to visit Bellagio and Menaggio by ferry.

    
  • Days 12-14

    Venice

    Finish your trip with three nights in Venice. It's a 3.5-hour train ride from Como. Take a morning walking tour to get your bearings, then explore the narrow calli on your own. One reviewer recommends: "Visit Rialto Market early, around 8 AM, before the crowds arrive. For the best value gondola ride, gather a group of 6 to split the €80 cost."

    

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• Highlights of Sicily

  Sicilian treasures await across 7 key cities including Palermo, Cefalù, and Syracuse. Features Valley of Temples tour, Stromboli volcano cruise, and Arancini cooking class. Stay in centrally located hotels with breakfast included, all for approx. $290 per day.

  

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  • Palermo Italy

    36 mi

  • Cefalu Italy

    58 mi

  • Lipari Italy

    66 mi

  • Catania Italy

    31 mi

  • Syracuse Italy

    95 mi

  • Agrigento Italy

    75 mi

  • Trapani Italy

    46 mi

  • Palermo Italy

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