Epic 10-Day Italy Itinerary: Must-See Destinations, Hidden Gems & Instagram-Worthy Spots!
Day 1-3: Rome – The Eternal City
Day 1: Arrival & Ancient Rome
Morning: Arrive in Rome, check into a boutique hotel near the city center.
Visit: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.
Lunch: Trattoria Pennestri for authentic Roman pasta.
Afternoon: Stroll through Piazza Venezia and the Pantheon.
Evening: Sunset at the Trevi Fountain, followed by dinner at Roscioli.
Instagram Spot: Trevi Fountain at dusk.
Day 2: Vatican & Baroque Rome
Morning: Explore Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica.
Lunch: Pizzarium Bonci for Rome’s best pizza al taglio.
Afternoon: Walk to Piazza Navona, Campo de' Fiori, and the Spanish Steps.
Evening: Trastevere district for nightlife and authentic carbonara at Da Enzo.
Instagram Spot: Piazza Navona fountains.
Day 3: Hidden Gems & Departure to Florence
Morning: Visit Galleria Borghese and Villa Borghese Gardens.
Lunch: Mercato Testaccio for local street food.
Afternoon: Train to Florence (1.5 hours).
Instagram Spot: Villa Borghese panoramic terrace.
Day 4-5: Florence – Renaissance Marvel
Day 4: Art & History
Morning: Explore Duomo, Baptistery, and Giotto’s Bell Tower.
Lunch: La Ménagère – trendy café with local cuisine.
Afternoon: Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio.
Evening: Sunset at Piazzale Michelangelo.
Instagram Spot: Ponte Vecchio at sunset.
Day 5: Day Trip to Tuscany
Morning: Drive to Chianti wine region – visit vineyards.
Afternoon: Explore San Gimignano and enjoy gelato at Gelateria Dondoli.
Evening: Return to Florence, dinner at Osteria Vini e Vecchi Sapori.
Instagram Spot: San Gimignano medieval towers.
Day 6-7: Venice – The Floating City
Day 6: Venice Exploration
Morning: Train to Venice (2 hours).
Visit: St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, and the Grand Canal.
Lunch: Cantina Do Spade – famous for cicchetti.
Afternoon: Gondola ride and explore Rialto Market.
Evening: Sunset at Riva degli Schiavoni.
Instagram Spot: St. Mark’s Square at sunrise.
Day 7: Murano & Burano
Morning: Boat trip to Murano (glass-making) & Burano (colorful houses).
Lunch: Trattoria al Gatto Nero.
Evening: Return to Venice, explore Dorsoduro.
Instagram Spot: Burano’s colorful streets.
Day 8: Cinque Terre – Coastal Beauty
Morning: Train to Cinque Terre (3.5 hours).
Visit: Riomaggiore, Manarola, and Vernazza.
Lunch: Nessun Dorma for panoramic views.
Afternoon: Hike between villages.
Evening: Stay overnight in Monterosso al Mare.
Instagram Spot: Manarola viewpoint.
Day 9-10: Amalfi Coast – Paradise on Earth
Day 9: Positano & Amalfi
Morning: Travel to Amalfi Coast (train + car transfer).
Visit: Positano, Amalfi Cathedral.
Lunch: Chez Black (seafood by the beach).
Afternoon: Relax at Fornillo Beach.
Evening: Stay in Ravello for a quiet evening.
Instagram Spot: Positano beachside view.
Day 10: Capri & Departure
Morning: Boat to Capri, visit the Blue Grotto.
Lunch: Da Paolino under lemon groves.
Afternoon: Enjoy Anacapri, scenic chairlift to Monte Solaro.
Evening: Return to Naples for flight home.
Instagram Spot: Monte Solaro scenic view.