Epic Grand Tour of Italy: 14 Days from Venice to the Amalfi Coast
The definitive 14-day Italian grand journey. Connecting Venice, Verona, Lake Como, Milan, Florence, Tuscany, Rome, Naples, and the Amalfi Coast entirely by high-speed and regional rail. A seamless itinerary with zero backtracking.
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Intercity route legs
Day-by-day itinerary
Arrival in Venice and Grand Canal
VeniceArrive in Venice, check in, and explore the tranquil alleys and canals of Cannaregio.
Saint Mark’s and Rialto Bridge
VeniceTour Saint Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace. Cross Rialto Bridge and eat cicchetti.
Verona Arena Stopover to Milan
VeronaTake the train to Verona to explore the Roman Arena, then continue to Milan for evening aperitivo.
Day Excursion to Lake Como
Lake ComoTrain to Varenna on Lake Como. Walk Villa Monastero gardens and take the ferry to Bellagio.
High-Speed Train to Florence
FlorenceFrecciarossa to Florence. Tour the Duomo exterior, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria.
Uffizi Gallery and Michelangelo View
FlorenceUffizi Gallery Renaissance art followed by sunset views from Piazzale Michelangelo.
Day Excursion to Medieval Siena
SienaExpress bus to Siena. Tour Piazza del Campo and the zebra-striped Gothic cathedral.
High-Speed Train to Rome and Pantheon
RomeTrain to Rome. Walk past the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and Piazza Navona.
Colosseum and Roman Forum
RomeMorning entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Evening dining in historic Monti.
Vatican Museums and Saint Peter’s
Vatican CityVisit Saint Peter’s Basilica and Vatican Museums. Cross to Trastevere for dinner.
Frecciarossa to Naples and Pizza
Naples70-minute train to Naples. Savor world-class wood-fired pizza and walk Spaccanapoli.
Pompeii Ruins to Sorrento
SorrentoCircumvesuviana train to Pompeii ruins. Continue to Sorrento on the cliffside bay.
Amalfi Coast Ferry and Positano
Amalfi CoastFerry along the dramatic Amalfi Coast cliffs to Positano and Amalfi town.
Return to Naples and Departure
NaplesReturn to Naples for your flight from Capodichino Airport or high-speed rail connection.
✂️ What I Would Cut If Short on Time
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