🌍 15 Days in Italy: Rome, Naples, Sorrento, Taormina

Preeta Panthaki

5 Jan 2024

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Italy, from the ancient wonders of Rome to the stunning coastal beauty of Sorrento and Taormina. Immerse yourself in history, art, and culture, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and bask in the Mediterranean sun. Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1St. Peter's Basilica - A Divine Encounter

Late Renaissance church by architects including Michelangelo & holding up to 20,000 worshippers.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

Day 2Pantheon & Trevi Fountain - Legends Unveiled

$32

Iconic temple built circa 118 to 125 A.D. with a dome & Renaissance tombs, including Raphael's.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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$32

8 - 11 min

Directions

Aqueduct-fed rococo fountain, designed by Nicola Salvi & completed in 1762, with sculpted figures.

9:00 AM - 9:40 AM

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Free

Day 3Vatican Museums - A Glimpse into Renaissance Art

$34

Multiple galleries of classical & Renaissance art masterpieces, plus the Sistine Chapel frescoes.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$34

Day 4Colosseum & Roman Forum - Step into Ancient Glory

$70

Monumental 3-tiered Roman amphitheater once used for gladiatorial games, with guided tour option.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$36

12 - 17 min

Directions

Vast excavated area of Roman temples, squares & government buildings, some dating back 2,000 years.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$34

Budget breakdown: $553 In total

Activities & Food:$534

Transport:$19

Trip to Naples

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1St. Peter's Basilica - A Divine Encounter

$58

$ 3

Converted 17th-century palace & museum, home to prehistoric artifacts, coins & ancient works of art.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$38

7 - 10 min

Directions

Chapel remodeled by Prince Raimondo di Sangro of Sansevero to house sculptures of veiled figures.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$20

13 - 16 min

Directions

Pedestrianized landmark square with equestrian statues, home to the neo-classical Royal Palace.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Pantheon & Trevi Fountain - Legends Unveiled

$75

$ 3

Medieval fortress with 5 towers & a Renaissance triumphal arch, plus civic art museum & chapel.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

42 - 51 min

Directions

Network of trails exploring the scenery, flora & fauna around the slopes of an active volcano.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$50

Budget breakdown: $553 In total

Activities & Food:$534

Transport:$19

Trip to Sorrento

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1St. Peter's Basilica - A Divine Encounter

$25

$ 4

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

84 - 101 min

Directions

Lush valley featuring the ruins of an ancient sawmill, 2 rivers & a variety of rare plants.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Pantheon & Trevi Fountain - Legends Unveiled

$ 4

Acclaimed natural area with picturesque views, a tranquil feel & sites for diving, fishing & tours.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

44 - 53 min

Directions

Scenic, grassy park with a charming atmosphere featuring gardens & a play area for children.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

Baroque Roman Catholic church with an ornate interior, frescoes & a statue of Pope John Paul II.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

This large bayside park is a popular destination with gardens, fountains & sweeping views.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Vatican Museums - A Glimpse into Renaissance Art

$25

$ 4

Scenic ruins of a Roman villa with coastal views & a secluded beach popular for swimming.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

46 - 56 min

Directions

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 4Colosseum & Roman Forum - Step into Ancient Glory

$75

$ 4

Upscale lido on a pebble beach, with Mount Vesuvius views from the fine-dining restaurant terrace.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

45 - 54 min

Directions

Famed volcano known for the destruction of Pompeii in AD 79, with a hiking trail to the top.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$50

Day 5Naples National Archaeological Museum - Unveiling Pompeii's Secrets

$50

Intimate beach featuring crystalline waters & a bathhouse with lounge chairs & a restaurant.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

8 - 12 min

Directions

Large, lively beach with town views, restaurants & nightlife, plus kayak rentals & boat trips.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$25

Budget breakdown: $553 In total

Activities & Food:$534

Transport:$19

Trip to Taormina

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1St. Peter's Basilica - A Divine Encounter

$25

Remains of ancient Greco-Roman theater now used for entertainment events, with views of Mount Etna.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

Day 2Pantheon & Trevi Fountain - Legends Unveiled

$15

Tiny, rocky island within a nature reserve, with rich plant & marine life & nearby pebble beaches.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$15

11 - 14 min

Directions

Historic chapel built into a rock with a cozy interior & picturesque sea & city views.

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

Day 3Vatican Museums - A Glimpse into Renaissance Art

$25

Compact archeological site, constructed in 21 BCE, featuring the open-air remains of a theater.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$13

5 - 8 min

Directions

Destination for quiet walks amid landscaped gardens with picturesque views of the sea & city below.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

Day 4Colosseum & Roman Forum - Step into Ancient Glory

$25

Perched atop a mountain, this historical castle offers dramatic views of the city & coastline.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

Budget breakdown: $553 In total

Activities & Food:$534

Transport:$19