7-day itinerary

Rome & Tuscany Highlights Journey

Italy (Rome & Tuscany)

An immersive 7-day circular road trip through Italy, journeying from monumental Rome across the rolling hills of Tuscany to Florence.

1. Day 1: Arrive in Ancient Rome

   Overnight in Rome · Driving 15 km, 35 min

   • Arrive in Rome

     Arrival 13:00 · 1h

     Arrive in Rome and settle into your home base.

   • Trevi Fountain

     Historic Landmark 14:30 · 1h

     Toss a coin into Trevi Fountain.

   • Spanish Steps

     Historic Square 16:00 · 1h

     Climb the Spanish Steps toward Trinità dei Monti.

   • Piazza Navona

     Historic Square 17:30 · 1h 30m

     See Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers at Piazza Navona.

2. Day 2: Historic Monuments and Vatican Art

   Overnight in Rome · Driving 12 km, 30 min

   • Colosseum

     Ancient Monument 08:30 · 2h

     Walk the arena floor at Colosseum.

   • Pantheon

     Ancient Temple 11:30 · 1h

     Look up at the open oculus inside the Pantheon.

   • Vatican Museums

     Art Museum 14:00 · 3h

     See Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling at the Vatican Museums.

3. Day 3: Val d'Orcia and Montalcino

   Overnight in Siena · Driving 230 km, 3h 25m

   • Pienza Historic Centre

     UNESCO Village 10:30 · 2h

     Sample local pecorino cheese in Pienza Historic Centre.

   • Cappella della Madonna di Vitaleta

     Scenic Landmark 13:30 · 1h

     Photograph Cappella della Madonna di Vitaleta framed by cypresses.

   • Fortezza di Montalcino

     Medieval Fortress 15:30 · 1h 30m

     Climb the ramparts at Fortezza di Montalcino for valley views.

4. Day 4: Medieval Siena and Chianti Hills

   Overnight in Siena · Driving 55 km, 1h 15m

   • Piazza del Campo

     Medieval Square 09:00 · 1h 30m

     See the shell-shaped brick square at Piazza del Campo.

   • Duomo di Siena

     Gothic Cathedral 11:00 · 2h

     See striped marble and inlaid pavement at Duomo di Siena.

   • Castello di Brolio

     Historic Castle 14:30 · 2h

     Explore ramparts and Renaissance gardens at Castello di Brolio.

5. Day 5: Renaissance Masterpieces of Florence

   Overnight in Florence · Driving 75 km, 1h 15m

   • Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore

     Cathedral 10:00 · 1h 30m

     View Brunelleschi's terracotta dome at Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore.

   • Galleria degli Uffizi

     Art Museum 13:00 · 2h 30m

     See Botticelli's Birth of Venus at Galleria degli Uffizi.

   • Ponte Vecchio

     Historic Bridge 16:30 · 1h

     Walk past jewelry workshops on Ponte Vecchio over the Arno.

6. Day 6: Artistic Treasures and Panoramic Views

   Overnight in Florence · Driving 10 km, 25 min

   • Galleria dell'Accademia

     Art Museum 09:00 · 1h 45m

     View Michelangelo's David at Galleria dell'Accademia.

   • Basilica di Santa Croce

     Historic Church 11:30 · 1h 30m

     Visit Galileo's and Michelangelo's resting places at Basilica di Santa Croce.

   • Piazzale Michelangelo

     Scenic Viewpoint 16:30 · 1h 30m

     View Florence's rooftops, bridges, and Duomo from Piazzale Michelangelo.

7. Day 7: Return to Rome for Departure

   Overnight in Rome · Driving 280 km, 3h 10m

   • Villa Borghese Gardens

     City Park 12:00 · 2h

     Stroll through Villa Borghese Gardens before heading to the airport.

   • Depart from Rome

     Departure 15:30 · 2h

     Depart from Rome to conclude your Italian journey.