Italy in a Week: Our Recommendations

This walking tour of Cinque Terre and the surrounding coast will greet you with jaw-dropping views of the sea and take you strolling through picturesque vineyards and forests along well-maintained walking paths for your 5 day trip in Italy. If you want to travel and stay active, you won’t find a better walking tour than this one! You’ll get the chance to explore some of Italy’s most charming coastal villages as stopovers between scenic walks that will reveal something new around each bend, whether that’s a scenic sea vista or a cliffside castle. Each day brings new views and experiences you can’t get anywhere else. With medieval castles, hand-terraced hillsides, and lively evenings in the villages, you’ll never be bored. See tour.

Get to know Italy’s fashion capital by hitting the town and enjoying an aperitif in Navigli, one of Milan’s most vibrant districts. Visit Milan’s most famous sights, including the nation’s oldest (and most beautiful) shopping mall and take a unique tour of the city by tram. When you’re ready for a break from the hustle and bustle of the big city, head into the Italian Lake District for a private boat tour of Lake Como to admire the natural beauty of Italy’s third-largest lake and the gorgeous villas along its shores. Wrap your five days up with a trip to the village of Brunate, accessible by a panoramic funicular with stunning views. See tour.

This Italy itinerary is a foodie’s dream. From local truffle dishes to freshly caught seafood, you’ll never need to put down your fork as you work your way through the flavors of the renaissance. Start each morning with breakfast made from local specialties and seasonal pastries as you prepare for a day that will have you pairing the perfect dish with the perfect wine. Spend a day exploring Italy’s largest and most formidable medieval fortress or lounging in gorgeous wine country. You’ll even learn to cook your favorite Italian dishes with a locally renowned chef so you can bring the taste of Italy back with you! This Italy itinerary for 7 days mixes scenic villages, seasonal dishes, and Italian wine, plus an exciting trip to Loreto’s world-famous pilgrimage site! See tour.

This itinerary for Italy in a week combines three of our favorite things: delicious wine, beautiful bike routes, and a surplus of stunning castles along the way, and the food! This itinerary will take you through the fresh culinary delights of the Slow Food Movement and Pollenzo’s University of Gastronomic Sciences. Don’t worry, you’ll earn those delicious calories as you travel to your destinations by bike. The relatively easy flat rides through the gorgeous Langhe region will have you passing through scenic vineyards and visiting medieval castles along the way in a trip you’ll never forget. See tour

This gorgeous 7-day trip will take you on some of the oldest streets in Italy as you wind your way along this section of the Via Francigene. Make your way by foot through shifting landscapes as you move through the Alps and into the hills and plains below, running all the time into stunning vistas and charming medieval towns dotted with towers and castles that will have you grabbing for your camera. This itinerary will have you discovering important pilgrimage sites, and natural wonders of Italy in a week! See tour

If you're planning to explore Italy in a week, it is plenty of time to see the best that Italy has to offer, no matter what your interests are. Gorge yourself on freshly made food, lounge on the seaside, or explore medieval cities or do it all! If 7 days in Italy is not sufficient and you have more days to spare, you can check our travel guide on how long to stay in Italy for more ideas. 

While these itineraries are designed to help you make the most of your Italy trip, you can always mix and match by designing your own itinerary with the assistance of our travel expert in Italy.