if you're planning a firsttime trip to Italy this is the itinerary you're going to want to steal with 20 unique and different regions it can be hard to narrow down which stops to put on your 10-day trip I've been visiting Italy for over a decade so don't worry if you're new to the planning process I am going to walk you through each day City by city with all of the tips tricks and Insider advice that you need by the end of this video you will feel totally confident and excited to book the Italy trip of
your dreams are you ready let's get started your Italian adventure begins in Rome the Eternal City now when most people think of Italy their minds immediately wander to Rome and it's easy to see why when you arrive at fum maimo airport take the express train the airport shuttle or a taxi to the city center on your first day in Italy keep it light and relax now if you're like me you're going to be tired from the long flight I recommend just getting a lay of the land and soaking in the charm of the city at
your own pace start off by taking a leisurely stroll to see the Spanish Steps and enjoy the energy of this iconic spot next head just a few minutes walk away and throw a coin in the Trevy Fountain to ensure that you will return to Rome for dinner cross the river Tyber and explore try one of the most Charming neighborhoods in Rome wander the cobblestone streets and enjoy dinner at a local Tratoria this is a great way to ease into your Roman Adventure you are going to begin day 2 in Italy by exploring the Coliseum now
I highly recommend booking online in advance in order to skip the lines I also suggest taking a guided tour so you can learn the incredible history of Gladiator games and Roman engineering at the Coliseum after you are done head right next door to the Coliseum and explore the impressive Roman Forum from Senate houses to public squares this was the heart of ancient Rome walk among the ruins and then climb Palatine Hill for breathtaking views of the Forum and the city now keep in mind every Coliseum ticket also includes entrance to the Roman forum and Palatine
Hill so make sure to get your money's worth after you're done exploring this impressive complex walk a short 10-minute walk which will bring you to the impressive altar of the Fatherland take in the views here and then continue walking until you get to your next stop which is the pantheon the pantheon is one of the best preserved buildings of ancient Rome Marvel at its massive Dome and learn about its transformation from a pagan Temple to a church just a short 4-minute walk from the pantheon is Piaza Nana a vibrant square with stunning fountains street performers
and cafes end day two with dinner in the central historical district day three is going to blow your mind and today we are going to explore Vatican City which is the smallest country in the world I strongly recommend starting the morning off by visiting the Vatican Museums and the cine Chapel it is essential to book online in advance for the Vatican Museums as the lines are extremely long personally I would budget about 3 hours for this experience grab lunch and then head to St Peter's Basilica in the afternoon this is truly one of the most
mind-blowing pieces of architecture and artwork that I have ever seen even if you aren't religious it is totally worth a stop don't forget to climb to the dome for one of the best views in Rome after the Vatican head a 20-minute walk away to see Castel s Angelo which was originally built as a mausoleum for Emperor Hadrian this Fortress offers incredible views over the Tyber River in the Vatican to say goodbye to your amazing 3 days in Rome on day four you are going to hop on a highspeed train from Rome to Florence the ride
takes about 1 and 1/2 hours and you'll arrive in the heart of Tuscany for the next 3 days now Florence is smaller and easier to navigate than Rome but it's packed with many incredible sites on your first day in Florence I highly recommend starting with the D and yes you will need tickets to enter this beautiful church is the centerpiece of Florence and shouldn't be missed don't forget to check out the Baptist tree of St John which is the round building right outside the D next head just a 5 minute walk away to the beautiful
Palazo Veo which is Florence's Town Hall overlooking a beautiful Square don't forget to rub the nose of Fontana Del pelino for good luck it's just a one minute walk away from the Piaza end the evening in Florence with a walk across the iconic Pon Veo which is the only bridge in the city that was spared from destruction in World War War II day five in Italy is all about exploring the Tuscan Countryside now Florence makes a great home base for some easy day trips to see more of what this region has to offer you can
either take a guided tour with included Transportation take the train to explore the surrounding Countryside or rent a car and explore at your own pace a great option to consider for a day trip is San jimano which is a small walled medieval Hill town that is also a UNESCO world heritage site you can get here via public transport but I think that taking a tour is a bit easier if you want to explore this unique place next I absolutely love the town of sien and it's an easy day trip with buses and trains leaving roughly
every hour from Florence finally consider taking a wine tour of Tuscany this is a fabulous way to see the countryside and enjoy some of the best wines that the region has to offer there are so many great day trips from Florence that you really can't go wrong for your final day in Florence Explore More of the city's cultural Treasures ideas include the uiti gallery or Academia gallery or you can simply wander the beautiful streets of the city make sure to stop by the impressive Basilica of Santa croch while exploring you won't regret it I like
doing something relaxing on my last day in Florence so I recommend visiting the stunning Bal Gardens these Gardens were originally designed for the medich and have served as inspiration for Italian Gardens all throughout Europe end the day at petale Michelangelo where you will find the best sunset views in Florence it is the perfect way to wrap up your time in this magical City and offers the most incredible panoramic views on day seven get ready for Coastal charm in the cutest villages ever as we head to chinat now chinat means five Villages all of which you
will be exploring over the coming days take an early morning train from Florence to laspia which takes about 2 and 1/2 hours and then switch to a local train in order to connect into the five Villages now I highly recommend purchasing the chinat card in order to save money for your first day in chinat I highly recommend getting a lay of the land I do not suggest visiting all five villages in one day I would start by taking the train to Rio major the first Village visit the small Harbor and enjoy views of the colorful
houses cascading down the cliffs side then I would head the 5minute train ride to monola one of the most iconic Villages you have probably seen in tons of photos there are lots of viewpoints here and it's just a great little village to wander around end the day by heading to vernat which is my personal favorite of the five Villages it has such a Charming Harbor and cute narrow streets this is the perfect introduction to the area without making you too tired from your Florence travel day on your second day in chinat explore the other two
Villages Cornelia is not directly on the water so you need to climb 382 steps so come prepared if you want to visit this Village next head to monteroso alare the largest of the five Villages it's also home to the nicest beach in chinat so if you're looking to relax this is the place now if you love getting active you can also hike between the villages as well the whole hike takes a minimum of 5 hours so I recommend just choosing one portion and exploring you will see spectacular views of the coastline Terrace Vineyards in turquoise
Waters 2 days is the perfect amount of time for a quick introduction into the best the chinat has to offer for the last 2 days of your Italy itinerary we are heading to Venice Venice is about 4 and 1/2 to 5 hours away from chiner by train so book an early morning train to maximize your time in Venice now this is an easy journey and Venice is worth longer travel time to cap off an incredible trip for your first day in Venice you will be arriving in the afternoon now when you step off the train
you are immediately greeted by the Grand Canal Venice truly feels like stepping into another world and I really can't believe that this is a place that actually exists spend your first afternoon wanding through Venice this is a great City to just get lost in and its winding alleys are full of hidden gems from Tiny cafes to quiet canals start at Rialto Bridge one of the most iconic sites in Venice spanning the Grand Canal then walk 10 minutes away to St Mark's Square which feels like the True Heart of Venice while you're here visit St Mark's
Basilica and the Doge's Palace just a one minute walk away you will also find the famous bridge of size which is impressive and worth a visit end a full day of train travel and exploring with dinner along one of the many canals in Venice for your final Day in Italy take a day trip to the nearby Venetian islands of Morano and Bano the quickest way to get to either of these islands is by taking the public water bus or vaporetto Morano is closer to Venice and it's around a 20-minute boat ride to get here it
is famous for its glass making and you can even watch The Artisans at work now Bano is a bit further away and takes around 45 minutes to get here by boat but it is totally worth it the brightly colored houses are truly a photographer's dream and it feels like you've stepped into a painting now if you only have time to visit just one I suggest making the longer trip to see Bano because it is extremely unique when you're back in Venice end your final evening in the city with a gondola ride yes it is pricey
but I personally thought it was worth it for a once-in-a-lifetime experience get a good night's sleep and fly out of venice's Marco Polo Airport flying into Rome and out of Venice allows you to fully maximize your time and explore all that Italy has to offer and there you have it 10 Unforgettable days in Italy perfectly planned for firsttime travelers from the ancient wonders of Rome to the artistic Treasures of Florence the stunning Cliffs of chinat and the romance of Venice this itinerary truly has it all I hope that this video has inspired you to book
that ticket and start your Italian Adventure if you have any questions at all or tips of your own drop them in the comments below don't forget to like subscribe and hit that notification Bell and will'll see you next time
