What is it about Italy that attracts so many people to it? Could it be the weather? The food? The wine? Maybe the people? Possibly it’s the vibrant old cities? Well, find out for yourself in my 1 month Italy Itinerary where I take you on a journey through Italy taking in all the ‘best bits’.

The first time I went to Italy, I was told to throw a coin from my right hand over my left shoulder into the Trevi Fountain in Rome. Doing this will ensure my return to Rome one day. Well it worked! I have returned to Rome on a number of occasions and each visit I throw another coin into the fountain. This 1 month Italy Itinerary includes a visit to Rome to throw a coin in the fountain as well as many other ‘must see’ places in Italy. Starting in the northern Italy town of Turin before heading south to Italy’s boot and ending on the island of Sicily. Spending one month in Italy will allow you to discover the different areas and cities of Italy. Without further ado, here is how to spend 4 weeks in Italy – let’s get travelling Italy.

I have written this itinerary starting in the north of Italy before heading south. You could easily reverse this itinerary and start in the south then travel your way up to the north. Whatever works best for you during your month in Italy. Don’t have one month holiday? Then you may be interested in my 2 week Italy itinerary. During that 14 days in Italy itinerary you will get to see the highlights of Italy.

Plan Your Trip to Italy

How to Get to Italy

Italy is found in Central Europe. It has borders with France, Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia. To get to Italy you have a number of options. Depending where you are coming from you can easily drive from a European country into Italy. You could also fly from anywhere and land at a major Italian airport such as in Rome, Milan, Turin or Florence. Or you could sail from another European country or country on the Mediterranean as there is an extensive ferry network in the Mediterranean.

How to Get Around Italy – The Best Transport Options in Italy

Beautiful Italy countryside flying by through a train window

Italy is very easy to get around. It has an extensive network of rail and bus routes. It also has a number of airports. Most who visit Italy will travel by bus, train or car. There are bus passes and train passes making it easy to get around Italy. If you hire a car you will have the flexibility to go where you want, when you want.

If you decide to rent a car you will want to know where will you park your car while travelling in Italy. Parking spots in Italy are colour coded. White spaces are free. Blue are metered and you must pay to park there. Yellow spaces are reserved for handicapped permits, official vehicles and taxis. Pink spaces are reserved for expectant mothers or mothers travelling with infants. Your accommodation may have free parking, but check when you book. If it does, you could then use the public train or bus network to get around.

Walking is also one of the best transport options in Italy. You will do plenty of walking in Italy as you discover new towns, museums and beautiful coastlines. Make sure you pack good walking shoes, either sandals for warm weather or enclosed shoes.

To travel Italy by Train – Check out RailEurope >>>here
To travel Italy by Bus – Check out Busbud >>>here

Best Time to Visit Italy

Italy can be visited any time throughout the year but most people who are staying a month in Italy are influenced by the weather and events they want to attend. So is there a best month to go to Italy? During the summer months in Italy (June, July, August) it can get very hot in Italy. Plus, this is the time many tourists visit Italy so accommodation and entrance fees to many things are more expensive. If you don’t mind the cold weather, even snow, you could visit Italy during the winter months (December, January, February). Some people do so they can ski, even work and ski in Italy for a season. But this is also the time when many tourist hotspots can close so if there is something in particular you want to see, check it will be open during your visit. Many choose to visit Italy in the Spring months (September, October, November) or Autumn months (March, April, May) when the weather is more pleasant and costs are not so expensive. Crowds are also less during these seasons. But really, anytime is a good time to visit Italy so the best month to visit Italy, is the best month for you.

Where to Stay in Italy – Your Accommodation Options

Italy has lots of accommodation available. It ranges from hostels to hotels to villas so whether you are travelling Italy solo or with a partner or, travelling Italy with kids, there is accommodation to suit your needs. I have included suggested accommodation options at each place visited in this Italian itinerary. To find the best place to stay I use booking websites or apps. HostelWorld to find a hostel bed, Booking.com to find a hotel room and Vrbo for a holiday let.

Packing for Your Italian Holiday

The time of year you are visiting Italy will determine the best things to pack for your Italian holiday. 

Documents. Passport, visa (if needed), money and credit cards, travel insurance details, pre-booked entrance and Hop-on Hop-off bus tickets, pre-booked accommodation details.
Clothes. Layers are best so you can put on if cold and take off if hot. You will need underwear, shorts and t-shirts, long pants or skirts, jacket. Ensure you have good walking shoes.
Electronics. Phone, camera, power adaptor plug and power bank
Toiletries.
Luggage. As you will be moving around every few days on this itinerary of Italy, ensure your luggage is easy to carry. 

How Much Money to Take to Italy for a 1 month holiday?

To work out your 1 month in Italy cost, I suggest you create a budget. List it out as follows:

Airfare or transport to Italy _____
Transport to travel around Italy _____
Accommodation 28 nights @ _____
Food _____ is this included? Is breakfast included in accommodation stay?
Extras _____ ie. entrance fees to museums and other sites
Travel Insurance ______

TIP: Purchase as much as possible before you arrive then you don’t have to worry about taking extra money.

And how will you take your money on your one month Italy itinerary? Take cash, credit and debit cards to give you the flexibility to pay for things.

1 Month in Italy Itinerary Map

28 Day Italy Itinerary

Your 4 weeks in Italy starts from the city of Turin and ends on the small island of Sicily off the boot of Italy. Starting in the north and ending in the south, or vice versa, will help you make the most of your 1 month in Italy. You are travelling in the one direction and not backtracking. I have made it 28 days to include a day or two of travel time from your home to and from Italy. So, let’s get into it.

Days 1-2 Turin

Arrive to start your 1 month in Italy in Turin either by car, bus, train or plane. By car, bus or train from one of the neighbouring European countries of France, Switzerland, Austria or even Slovenia. Or fly into Turin’s Turin-Caselle International Airport only 16km north of Turin. Budget the morning for your arrival and checking in to your accommodation about lunch time before exploring Turin for the afternoon.

Where to Stay in Turin (book for 2 nights)

Hostel: Tomato Backpackers
Hotel: Cristallo Hotel
For other accommodation in Turin, check out HostelWorld for a hostel bed and Booking.com for a hotel room.

What to See and Do in Turin

Turin city has a rich history and culture with plenty of churches, palaces, piazzas and museums to explore. Start with the Palazzo Reale (Royal Palace) of Turin which was the residence of the Duke of Savoy and his family. It is about a 10 minute walk from the Piazza San Carlo, Turin’s main city square where you could enjoy a meal or a cup of coffee. 

Car enthusiasts may wish to visit the Museo Nazionale dell’Automobile (National Automobile Museum) offering a journey through the history of automobiles. How apt as Turin is where the Fiat was created. Fiat is the acronym for Fabbrica Italiana Automobili Torino. 

Before leaving Turin visit the Most Holy Shroud Museum to see the Shroud of Turin. The Shroud of Turin is believed to be the linen cloth that once wrapped the body of the dead Jesus Christ. You won’t actually get to see the real Shroud of Turin, but there are replicas and displays explaining about the shroud.

Days 3-4 Milan

Distance Turin to Milan: 142km or 88 miles. Car – 1.5 hours, Train – just over an hour, Bus – 2.5 hours.

Where to stay in Milan (book for 3 nights)

Hostel: Ostello Bello is only .6km from the centre of the city so it is close to all the sites.
Budget Hotel: Art Hotel Navigilli
Mid-range Hotel: Hilton Milano.
For more options check out Hostelworld for hostels and Booking.com for hotels.

What to See and Do in Milan

Milan is the largest industrial city in Italy with many different industrial sectors. It is an attractive city for designers, artists, photographers and models. You will also be delighted by its many luxury boutiques in the historic centre. But not only that, you will be pleasantly surprised by the diversity of the neighbourhoods and the multitude of museums and sites to visit. These include the Grandiose Cathedral, the Sforza Castle and the Teatro alla Scala. 

Make time to appreciate the splendour and religious significance of the Last Supper mural. Painted by Leonard da Vinci, it is on display at the Santa Maria Delle Grazie. It depicts Christ and the apostles at the last supper before Christ’s crucifixion. Don’t forget to shop till you drop. You could pick up a bargain in one of the markets or fashion houses.

I always like to go on the hop-on hop-off buses in a new city. Milan has a hop-on hop-off bus with the circuit taking around 90 minutes. I enjoy this as you get commentary and tips about the city. Your ticket allows you to hop-on and hop-off at the sites you want to stay longer at. You can book a Milan Hop-on Hop-off Bus Trip through Get Your Guide here.

Day 5 – Lake Como Day Trip

Today, on this 1 month Italian itinerary is a day trip to Lake Como. One hour north of Milan is the southern end of Lake Como, the third largest Italian lake. It is located at the foot of the Alps providing some of the most picturesque scenery in Italy. While here, visit some of the large towns around the lake, Como, Lecco and Bellagio. Enjoy some fine dining and a glass of vino with spectacular views. Maybe take a cruise on the lake. You can book a private cruise here. Return to Milan for the evening.

Day Trip to Lake Como

Imagine sitting by the lake enjoying a meal and a glass of vino. Well you can!

Days 6-7 – Venice (via Verona)

Distance Milan to Venice: 270km or 168 miles. Car – 2.5 hours, Train – 3.25 hours, Bus – 3.5 hours.

Leaving Milan, head east towards Venice stopping in Verona. Verona is a medieval old town and is famous for the tiny ‘Romeo and Juliet’ balcony made famous in William Shakespeare’s play of the same name. You can find the balcony at 23 Cappello Street. Verona is more than just this balcony, it is on the Adige River and is home to ancient Roman landmarks. Some of them are well preserved such as the Ampitheatre.

Continue on to Venice, known as the ‘City of Canals’. Venice is probably one of the most picturesque cities in Italy. With its canals, striking architecture and beautiful bridges, Venice is one of the most popular destinations in Italy.

Where to Stay in Venice (book for 2 nights)

Many stay in the central district of Venice where you will be able to commute on foot around Venice very easily. However, if you are driving, there are no cars in Venice and you will need to leave your vehicle on the outskirts. Maybe you would prefer to stay with your car and commute into the city, which isn’t very far.

Hostel: Just 400m from the centre of Venice is Ostello S. Fosca – CPU Venice Hostel.
Hotel: Ai Mori is not too far away.
For more accommodation options in Venice check out HostelWorld for a hostel bed and Booking.com for more hotel options.

What to See and Do in Venice

Spend a full day in Venice walking around the central square, Piazza San Marco where you will find St Mark’s Basilica. Great views over Venice can be had when you to to the top of the bascilica. Visit one of the many glass blowing factories and watch glass being blown. Walk across the Rialto Bridge and other bridges before taking a ride on a gondola. Yeah, I know, very touristy, but if it is your first time in Venice, you will regret it if you don’t do it. Maybe sit in a cafe and enjoy a coffee and watch the world go by.

Take a Gondola Ride

Yes it is a very touristy thing to do, but you will regret it if you don’t.

Days 8, 9, 10 Cinque Terre

Dramatic Coastline of Cinque Terre

Distance Venice to Cinque Terre: 396km or 246 miles. Car – 4.5 hours, Train – 6 hours (depending on route)

Up early for the trip to Cinque Terre for the day. It is a must visit on any month long holiday in Italy. If travelling by train, trains leave from Florence’s train station about twice an hour and reach La Spezia train station about 2 hours after that. At La Spezia switch to the 5 Terre Express train, a fast regional train that runs every 15 minutes and connects all five villages of Cinque Terre and get off at the right stop for your accommodation. I have included 2 full days in Cinque Terre providing one day of sightseeing and one day for relaxing on the beach, or hiking one of the many trails and eating and drinking in the restaurants overlooking the ocean.

Cinque Terre is made up of five beautiful hillside or some say seaside villages: Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggioreon. They make up a 2 mile / 3 km stretch of Italy’s northwest coast which is actually a national park. Referred to as the Italian Riviera due to its dramatic setting of Italian houses on the coast. You can either walk between the villages or catch the train as no cars are allowed. The five villages are connected by hiking trails if you want to explore this way, but it can take around 6 hours, depending on how fast you walk. But you will be treated to picturesque past houses and the Mediterranean.

Where to stay in Cinque Terre (book for 3 nights)

You could choose any one of the 5 main seaside villages.
Hostel/Hotel: Corniglia Dreams
B&B: Da Peppe
For more accommodation options in Cinque Terre check out HostelWorld for a hostel bed and Booking.com for a hotel room.

Day 11 – Florence via Pisa

Distance Cinque Terre to Pisa: 114km or 70 miles. Car – 1.5 hours, train – 2 hours, Bus – 2.5 hours.

Leave Cinque Terre and head to Pisa for the morning. Most go to Pisa to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa so you can see this plus a few other things in 2-3 hours. After the Leaning Tower of Pisa was constructed it immediately started to sink into the marshy ground on one side. Most of the time it is open to be climbed. And it is well worth the climb to the top where you can see across all of Pisa. Maybe have lunch before heading to Florence.

Leaning Tower of Pisa

Tour the cathedral and get great views over Pisa when you climb the tower to the top.

Days 12, 13 – Florence and Tuscany

Distance Pisa to Milan: 90km or 55 miles. Car – 1 hour, train – 1 hour 20 mins, Bus – 1 hour

Leave Pisa after lunch on day 11 of this Italy itinerary. Continue south travelling through hills that frame small towns, estates and vineyards, olive groves that overlook and complete a panorama that is already unique and fascinating, loved by both Italians and foreigners – you’re in Tuscany. And you are now in the heart of Tuscany – Florence. There is plenty to see and do in Florence. 

The Duomo dominates the Florence skyline

Where to stay in Florence (book for 3 nights)

Florence has a variety of accommodation available for your 2 nights stay.
Hostel: Ostello Bello Firenze
Hotel: Hotel Kraft in the centre of Florence is close to all the major attractions.
For more accommodation options check out HostelWorld for a hostel bed and Booking.com for a hotel room.

What to See and Do in Florence

Florence is home to many monuments and museums and this is what you will spend a lot of time seeing and doing during your 2 full days in Florence. Starting with the Duomo of Florence, perhaps the most famous cathedral in the world and the jewel of the city. It dominates the city’s skyline. If the Duomo is the most important religious building in the city, Palazzo Vecchio is the most important administrative building. Pass through the Ponte Vecchio, an extremely famous and ancient bridge; it is the only bridge in Florence that survived the Second World War.

Also not to be missed is a visit to the Uffizi Gallery, a renowned art museum considered one of the most important Italian museums in the world. Inside the museum there is an immense collection of Renaissance art by artists such as Botticelli, Da Vinci, Titian and Raphael. If wanting to see Michelangelo’s Statue of David, (and who wouldn’t!), he is currently in the Accademia Gallery of Florence (Galleria dell’Accademia di Firenze) in Florence. Seeing this state was once of my goals not to miss when I was in Florence. I think my friends and I stood there for at least 30 minutes in awe at the perfect form of this statue. Plus there were lots of giggles from some tourists, particularly families travelling Italy with kids, seeing a naked man statue.

Statue of David

Another beautiful statue by Michael Angelo in the city of Florence. Very popular so get your ticket so you don’t miss out.

Day 14 – Travel to Rome via Tuscany

Distance Florence to Rome: 272km or 170 miles. Car – 3.5 hours, Train – 2.5 hours, Bus – 4 hours.

Day 14 of this 1 month Italy itinerary, sees you head to Rome. If driving, take the Chianti Road which unites Florence and Siena. This ‘wine trail’ winds through, among others, Castellina in Chianti, Radda in Chianti, Gaiole in Chianti, Greve in Chianti, up to Siena among wine cellars, pecorino cheese producers and places where time seems to have stopped. A journey along the Chianti Road means not only enjoying the beauty of the landscape, it is a unique food and wine experience. If you are a lover of good wine and good living, this is one of the obligatory trips to do in Italy. Continuing further you arrive in Siena and from this magnificent medieval city you can reach Val d’Orcia, between the wine towns of Montalcino and Montepulciano, and go as far as Bagno Vignoni and its thermal baths.

If travelling by train or bus, don’t worry, you will pass through fabulous Tuscany countryside on your way to Rome. You can deviate a little from this itinerary by having a stop in Cortona. Cortona is an Italian town where Francis Mayes, the author of ‘Under a Tuscan Sun’ lives. If you loved her book, and the movie, you can discover this part of Italy with a stop at Cortona. If you are happy to not stop, you still won’t be disappointed as you will be travelling through beautiful scenery on your way to Rome. 

If you would like to read Under a Tuscan Sun, you can purchase a copy through this link to Amazon.

Days 15, 16, 17 – Rome

The Colosseum – just one of the wonders of Rome!

This Italian 1 month itinerary spends three full days sightseeing in Rome. One exploring the Vatican City and two exploring the top sights of Rome. 

READ MORE: How to Spend 3 Days in Rome

Where to Stay in Rome (book for 4 nights, 3 if staying in Tuscany for 1 night)

Rome has plenty of accommodation for your 4 nights stay.
Hostel: RomeHello Hostel is only 1km from the centre of Rome.
Hotel: Termini Terrace.
For more options visit HostelWorld for a bed in a hostel and for a hotel room, check out more options on Booking.com.

What to See and Do in Rome

After leaving Tuscany, here we are in Rome, the “Eternal City”. It is impossible to overlook the wonders of Rome. The capital is certainly one of the best places to visit in Italy. There is so much history just staring you in the face. Families travelling with kids to Rome studying ancient history will love it – seeing places in person helps book learning make sense.  Rome will offer you an unforgettable walk to the Colosseum, among the ruins of the Roman Forum, or among the Renaissance monuments of Piazza del Campidoglio. Rome is in fact full of ancient monuments, splendid squares and museums. To visit there are certainly the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, the Pantheon, the Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona and the equally famous Piazza di Spagna. And don’t forget to throw a coin into the Trevi Fountain.

Venture into the Vatican City, the city within a city and visit the Vatican and its wonders. Stand in awe in the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. Near the Vatican City you also find Castel Sant’Angelo. Finally you can proceed towards Trastevere, a district south of the Tiber river, very characteristic and traditional. I highly recommend that you stop and eat in one of the Roman trattorias in this area, but you don’t have to.

One thing I like to do when in a new city, is to get a ticket on the hop-on hop-off tourist bus. I like this bus as it takes you to all the sites of the city, provides a commentary which includes many interesting facts and allows you to hop-on and hop-off at the tourist spots you want to spend more time at. And Rome has a hop-on hop-off bus.

Rome Hop-on Hop-off Bus

The Rome Hop-on Hop-off bus takes you to all the best posts, provides commentary and lets you hop-on hop-off the bus and spend longer time at the sites you want to see.

Omnia City Card

With a 3-day Omnia City Card you will skip the line with free admission to a number of sites like the Colosseum, Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums. Plus take advantage of free unlimited public transport.

Days 18, 19, 20 Naples

Distance Rome to Naples: 223 km or 139 miles. Car – 2 hours 15 mins, Train – 1 hour 10 mins, Bus – 2.5 hours.

On day 18 of this 1 month itinerary of Italy, you leave Rome and head south along the coast to Naples. Naples is famous for its rich history, architecture, way of life and its gastronomy, such as the famous pizza.

Where to stay in Naples (book for 3 nights)

There is plenty of great accommodation in Naples.
Hostel: Naples Experience
Hotel: Bellini House B&B
For more accommodation options in Naples check out HostelWorld for hostels and Booking.com if after a hotel room.

What to See and Do in Naples

The city tour can start in Via Toledo, the longest shopping street in Naples. Here you can find numerous elegant boutiques. The Royal Palace, Castel Nuovo, the cathedral, the catacombs, Castel Dell’Ovo, the Maschio Angioino, the underground excavations, Piazza del Plebiscito, Posillipo, Vomero and Mergellina: these are just some of the things to see in Naples, without forgetting the suggestive “Spaccanapoli”, the central street of the city and a tour of the Naples metro stations, among the most beautiful in Europe. One of the must-see works of art, among the most evocative in the world, is the Veiled Christ, a life-size sculpted marble statue that represents the dead Jesus Christ covered by a transparent funeral sheet made from the same block as the statue. It is a 5-minute walk from Piazza del Gesù Nuovo.

Naples is a great base to explore and do day trips to Pompeii, Sorrento and the Isle of Capri. However, they can also be done from the Amalfi Coast. So these days can be moved around if you want to make this itinerary more flexible.

For dinner, enjoy one of the most famous foodstuffs to come from Naples – the pizza! You will find many pizza parlours and restaurants all over the city. Choose one and enjoy. Or why not participate in a pizza making cooking class and learn to make it from scratch the traditional way.

Learn to Cook Pizza in Naples

Pizza has a long history where flatbreads with toppings were consumed by many ancient civilisations. But the modern birthplace of pizza is in Naples. So while in Naples take a cooking class and learn to make pizza from scratch the traditional way. 

Day 21 – Amalfi Coast via Pompeii

Leave Naples for the short trip to Pompeii and spend a full day here discovering the lost city of Pompeii. Pompeii is an archaeological site that shouldn’t be missed on your one month Italy itinerary. It was a thriving city in 79AD and then there was a catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius and the city was buried under metres of ash and pumice. Walk around the preserved area to see the excavated ruins of streets and houses. Nowadays Mount Vesuvius is mostly considered safe to climb and you can trek to the crater of the mountain if you are feeling energetic and have time. You will be treated to breathtaking views over the Bay of Naples area if you do the climb. After a day in Pompeii head to the Amalfi Coast to check into your accommodation for the evening.

Pompeii Archaeological Site

Step back in time in Pompeii and discover this lost city.

Days 22, 23, 24 – Amalfi Coast

Dramatic coastline along the Amalfi Coast

Distance Naples to Amalfi Coast: 60km or 37 miles. Car & Bus – just over an hour, Train – 1.5 hours (longer if stopping in Pompeii).

Where to Stay on the Amalfi Coast (4 nights – 1 night after visiting Pompeii)

The Amalfi Coast has a variety of accommodation available.
Hostel: I based myself in Amalfi and stayed at Amalfi Centro. Very close to everything.
Hotel: Holidays Baia d’Amalfi
For other accommodation options on the Amalfi Coast check out pricing and availability of properties on HostelWorld for a hostel bed or Booking.com for hotel room.

What to See and Do on the Amalfi Coast

The Amalfi Coast, is a gorgeous stretch of coastal land in Southern Italy. Drive the Coast Road through charming cities with stunning views of the Amalfi Coast. Some places to visit while here are Valle delle Ferriere, the Amalfi Cathedral and Villa Cimbrone Gardens. Visit the towns of Sorrento and Positano set along dramatic cliffs overlooking sparkling blue waters.

Perhaps go on a day trip to the Isle of Capri in the Bay of Naples. Here enjoy villas dripping with bougainvillea, romantic restaurants and the natural phenomenon of the Blue Grotto. The grotto is a cavern where the water glows an electric blue from the sunlight bouncing on the cave walls! Truly spectacular. Looking for some nightlife? Then maybe have a night out on the Isle of Capri. Even the kids will enjoy sitting in the restaurants or bars with fabulous views over the water.

Perhaps just relax on one of the fabulous Amalfi Coast beaches and recharge your batteries after the last 3 weeks travelling Italy. Plenty of waters sports to enjoy if you want to keep active, particularly if you want to keep the kids entertained. Do enjoy the local food and drink, particularly Limoncello – an Italian lemon liqueur mainly produced here, in Southern Italy around the coast of Amalfi. It is traditionally served chilled as an after-dinner digestivo! Just great after a typical Italian meal.

Blue Grotto

Go on a boat trip to the Blue Grotto.

Set Sail for the Isle of Capri

Sail to the Isle of Capri and discover Capri’s breathtaking beauty.

Days 25, 26, 27, 28 – Boot of Italy & Sicily

Distance Amalfi to Reggio Calabria: 462 km or 287 miles. The time taken will depend on how many stops you make along this coastline. 

Leave the Amalfi Coast and head to the southern province of Puglia – the heel of Italy’s boot. This area is less visited than its northern counterparts but there is still plenty to see and do. There is clear blue sea, wonderful landscapes and don’t forget the beautiful local Italian food. Work your way down the coastline, stopping where you like to Reggio Calabria where you can visit the National Archaeological Museum of Reggio. And then you can say you have travelled Italy from top to boot!

From Reggio Calabria you can catch the ferry to Messina, Sicily, only a 30 minutes sail away.

Where to Stay in Palermo, Sicily

Plenty of places to stay while on the island of Sicily. Palermo, the capital is a great base.
Hostel: Bed and Breakfast D’Angelo
Hotel: B&B Casa Degli Artisti
For more accommodation options in Palermo check out HostelWorld for a hostel and Booking.com for a hotel room.

What to See and Do on Sicily

While on the small island of Sicily you can visit Catania and check out the grand baroque piazzas of the World Heritage-listed city centre. Maybe explore Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples and learn about this fascinating historic site with its temples to the gods. Then take a walk across the southern flank of Mt Etna, Europe’s largest active volcano. Make sure you have a day or two to discover Palermo the capital city of Sicily, and a great base while you are on the island of Sicily.

Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples

Discover the temples of this historic site.

Leaving Italy

Unfortunately, it is time to leave Italy after a fabulous four weeks in Italy. There are a number of options for leaving Italy in the southern part of the country. From Palermo you can sail to other cities in Italy or in the Mediterranean. You could fly out. Maybe catch the train or bus or drive back to Rome and fly out of the international airport. There are quite a few options to get you home.

Are you Ready for Your 1 Month Holiday in Italy?

This 1 month Italy itinerary takes you from the top to the bottom of Italy or vice versa. It takes in the ‘must see’ places in Italy, plus loads more. I hope you have found this month long itinerary for Italy helpful in the planning of your own Italian odyssey. If you have any questions about the planning of your trip to Italy, or want to let us know about your own travels through Italy, please leave them in the comments following.

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