21 days in Italy Itinerary

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.

Take a break from the city and head to Canal Grande and Lido Beach. Popular historic sites such as Peggy Guggenheim Collection and Porta della Carta are in your itinerary. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Venice: Padua (Basilica di Sant’Antonio - Basilica del Santo & Scrovegni Chapel). There's much more to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of St. Mark's Square, admire the masterpieces at Gallerie dell'Accademia, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo (San Zanipolo).

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Melbourne, Australia to Venice is an approximately 25-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and train. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time (Victoria) to Central European Time, which is usually a -9 hour difference. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Melbourne in October since evenings lows in Venice dip to 13°C. You'll have a few hours on the 5th (Fri) to wrap things up before traveling to Florence.

Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.

Get some historical perspective at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza della Signoria. Escape the urban bustle at Castello di Verrazzano and Easy Living - Spiaggia sull'Arno. Change things up with these side-trips from Florence: Siena (Piazza del Campo & Siena Cathedral). The adventure continues: see the interesting displays at Galleria dell'Accademia, admire the masterpieces at Pitti Palace, get great views at Piazzale Michelangelo, and snap pictures at Ponte Vecchio.

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You can take a train from Venice to Florence in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. October in Florence sees daily highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Tue) so you can drive to Assisi.

Rich in culture and religious tradition, Assisi is known as the birthplace of St.

On the 9th (Tue), take in the spiritual surroundings of Eremo delle Carceri, take in the spiritual surroundings of Santa Maria degli Angeli, then examine the collection at Perugina Chocolate Factory, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at San Damiano, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica Papale San Francesco D'Assisi. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 10th (Wed): take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilica di Santa Chiara, pause for some serene contemplation at St. Peter's Abbey, and then step into the grandiose world of Rocca Maggiore.

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Traveling by car from Florence to Assisi takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In October, daytime highs in Assisi are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Wed) early enough to drive to Ravello.

Get a sense of the local culture at Duomo di Ravello and Villa Cimbrone Gardens. Step out of the city life by going to Fornillo and Spiaggia Lannio. Venture out of the city with trips to Paestum (Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Paestum & Paestum Ruins) and Sentiero degli dei (Path of the Gods) (in Agerola). There's much more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Duomo di Sant'Andrea Apostolo, admire the landmark architecture of Villa Rufolo, and take in the exciting artwork at Ceramiche d'Arte Carmela.

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Traveling by car from Assisi to Ravello takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or do a combination of train and bus. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Assisi in October since evenings lows in Ravello dip to 20°C. On the 14th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Rome.

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.

Get some cultural insight at Borghese Gallery and Palatine Hill. Museum-lovers will get to explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. The adventure continues: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica di San Pietro, steep yourself in history at Roman Forum, kick back and relax at V Lounge Beach Club, and admire the striking features of Pantheon.

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Drive from Ravello to Rome in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder evenings in Rome when traveling from Ravello in October, with lows around 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) so you can travel back home.