32 days in Northwest Italy Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Italy trip itinerary planner
Start: Brisbane
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Rome
— 3 nights
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Perugia
— 2 nights
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Florence
— 5 nights
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Venice
— 6 nights
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Milan
— 5 nights
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La Spezia
— 2 nights
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Cinque Terre
— 3 nights
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Lucca
— 3 nights
Drive to Pisa International Airport, Fly to Brisbane
End: Brisbane
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Rome — 3 nights
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Eternal City
Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.Museum-lovers will get to explore Vatican Museums and Welcome To Rome. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Stanze di Raffaello and National Gallery of Ancient Art in Barberini Palace. There's still lots to do: get engrossed in the history at Le Domus Romane di Palazzo Valentini, delve into the distant past at Pantheon, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri, and explore the world behind art at Museo Nazionale Romano - Palazzo Massimo alle Terme.
To find reviews, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Rome road trip planning site.
Brisbane, Australia to Rome is an approximately 25-hour flight. Traveling from Brisbane to Rome, you'll gain 9 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Brisbane in September, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Rome: temperatures range from 32°C by day to 18°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Perugia.
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Perugia — 2 nights
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Green Heart of Italy
Though it features Etruscan defensive walls and a medieval town center, Perugia is perhaps best known for its fine chocolate and annual chocolate festival.Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: see the interesting displays at Museo-Laboratorio di Tessitura a Mano Giuditta Brozzetti, delve into the distant past at Porta Sole, steep yourself in history at Acquedotto Medievale, then examine the collection at Museo del Capitolo, then explore the world behind art at Collegio del Cambio, and finally admire the striking features of Palazzo dei Priori.
For other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Perugia trip planner.
You can drive from Rome to Perugia in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In September, daily temperatures in Perugia can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) so you can drive to Florence.
Side Trip
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Florence — 5 nights
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Birthplace of the Italian Renaissance
Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Food Tours and Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore. Appreciate the collections at Florence Academy of Fine Arts and Palazzo Strozzi. The adventure continues: explore the world behind art at Pitti Palace, examine the collection at Museo di San Marco, pause for some photo ops at Loggia dei Lanzi, and get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo.
To find where to stay, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Florence driving holiday planner.
Traveling by car from Perugia to Florence takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. September in Florence sees daily highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) early enough to drive to Venice.
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Venice — 6 nights
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City of Romance
Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.Museum-lovers will appreciate Doge's Palace and Camera degli Sposi. Discover out-of-the-way places like Palazzo Te and Food Tours. Change things up with these side-trips from Venice: Museo di Castelvecchio (in Verona), Vicenza (Villa Valmarana ai Nani & Santuario della Madonna di Monte Berico) and Scrovegni Chapel (in Padua). There's much more to do: explore the activities along Canal Grande, take a stroll through Cannaregio, admire the landmark architecture of Ca' Rezzonico, and make a trip to Piazza San Marco.
To find reviews, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Venice trip maker tool.
Traveling by car from Florence to Venice takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Venice are 29°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Milan.
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Milan — 5 nights
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Fashion Capital of World
In many ways the most modern of Italian cities, Milan is a busy, elegant metropolis with an impressive list of grand palaces, fine churches, and important museums.Museum-lovers will get to explore Villa Necchi Campiglio and Gallerie d’Italia. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Museo del Novecento and Museo Poldi Pezzoli. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Milan: Tempio Civico della Beata Vergine Incoronata (in Lodi) and Museo Storico Alfa Romeo (in Arese). The adventure continues: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Duomo di Milano, take in nature's colorful creations at La Vigna Di Leonardo, admire the masterpieces at Casa Museo Boschi Di Stefano, and see the interesting displays at Pirelli HangarBicocca.
To find traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Milan trip itinerary planning site.
You can drive from Venice to Milan in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. October in Milan sees daily highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Tue) early enough to go by car to La Spezia.
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La Spezia — 2 nights
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La Spezia, at the head of the Gulf of La Spezia in the Liguria region of Northern Italy, is the capital city of the province of La Spezia.In terms of population, La Spezia is the second city in the Liguria region, preceded just by Genoa. Start off your visit on the 11th (Wed): explore the world behind art at Palazzo Ducale, then explore the fascinating underground world of Marble Caves of Carrara, then admire the masterpieces at Palazzo Cucchiari, and finally pause for some photo ops at Monumento a Maria Beatrice D'Este. Keep things going the next day: trek along Monesteroli, then see the interesting displays at Museo Del Sigillo, then brush up on your military savvy at Museo Tecnico Navale della Spezia, and finally walk around Parco Naturale Regionale di Porto Venere.
To see reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the La Spezia trip itinerary maker app.
You can drive from Milan to La Spezia in 3 hours. Another option is to take a train. When traveling from Milan in October, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in La Spezia: temperatures range from 25°C by day to 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Cinque Terre.
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To see reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the La Spezia trip itinerary maker app.
You can drive from Milan to La Spezia in 3 hours. Another option is to take a train. When traveling from Milan in October, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in La Spezia: temperatures range from 25°C by day to 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Cinque Terre.
Side Trips
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Cinque Terre — 3 nights
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Italian Riviera
Made up of five picturesque towns on the Ligurian coast, Cinque Terre is Italy's answer to the French Riviera.Discover out-of-the-way places like Footpath Monterosso - Vernazza and Osservatorio Astronomico Parco Antola. Explore Cinque Terre's surroundings by going to Museo dell'Emigrante (in Tornolo), Levanto to Monterosso Trail (in Levanto) and Castello di Torriglia (in Torriglia). And it doesn't end there: take a stroll around Vernazza, get to know the fascinating history of Borgo Antico, pause for some serene contemplation at Oratorio della Cofradia dei Bianchi o de Santa Croce, and admire the striking features of Chiesa Di San Pietro.
To see more things to do, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Cinque Terre attractions planner.
You can drive from La Spezia to Cinque Terre in an hour. Other options are to take a train; or ride a ferry. In October, daily temperatures in Cinque Terre can reach 25°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sun) so you can go by car to Lucca.
Side Trips
Museo dell'Emigrante, Levanto to Monterosso Trail, Castello di Torriglia, Osservatorio Astronomico Parco Antola
Find places to stay Oct 12 — 15:
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Lucca — 3 nights
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City of a Hundred Churches
Lucca, famous for its intact Renaissance-era city walls, remained an independent city-state until the end of the 18th century.Piaggio Museum and Complesso Museale della Cattedrale will appeal to museum buffs. Explore hidden gems such as Basilica of San Frediano and St Martin Cathedral. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Lucca: Calci (Museo di Storia Naturale - Universita di Pisa & Museo Nazionale della Certosa Monumentale di Calci) and Museo Aviotruppe Esercito Italiano (in Pisa). And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Chiesa e Battistero di San Giovanni e Santa Reparata, admire the masterpieces at Museo Nazionale di Palazzo Mansi, delve into the distant past at Domus Romana, and browse the exhibits of Puccini Museum - Casa Natale.
To see ratings, maps, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Lucca trip itinerary builder app.
You can drive from Cinque Terre to Lucca in 2 hours. Other options are to take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In October, daily temperatures in Lucca can reach 25°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.
Side Trips
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Province of Perugia travel guide
Perugia is the capital city of both the region of Umbria in central Italy, crossed by the river Tiber, and of the province of Perugia. The city is located about 164km north of Rome and 148km south-east of Florence. It covers a high hilltop and part of the valleys around the area. The region of Umbria is bordered by Tuscany, Lazio, and Marche.The history of Perugia goes back to the Etruscan period; Perugia was one of the main Etruscan cities.The city is also known as the universities town, with the University of Perugia founded in 1308 (about 34,000 students), the University for Foreigners (5,000 students), and some smaller colleges such as the Academy of Fine Arts "Pietro Vannucci" (Accademia di Belle Arti "Pietro Vannucci") public athenaeum founded in 1573, the Perugia University Institute of Linguistic Mediation for translators and interpreters, the Music Conservatory of Perugia, founded in 1788, and other institutes.Perugia is also a well-known cultural and artistic centre of Italy. The city hosts multiple annual festivals and events, e.g., the Eurochocolate Festival (October), the Umbria Jazz Festival (July), and the International Journalism Festival (in April), and is associated with multiple notable people in the arts.The famous painter Pietro Vannucci, nicknamed Perugino, was a native of Città della Pieve, near Perugia. He decorated the local Sala del Cambio with a beautiful series of frescoes; eight of his pictures can also be admired in the National Gallery of Umbria.
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