11-Day Italy Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Bologna traveling north to Venice, Verona, Milan, Turin, and Genoa

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Explore the best of Italy on a remarkable 11-day road trip! Combine exploration with relaxation on a self-drive tour featuring Bologna, Venice, Verona, Valeggio sul Mincio, Milan, Sirmione, Monza, Turin, Cavoretto, Genoa, and Modena.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Italy. You will spend 2 nights in Bologna, 2 nights in Venice, 1 night in Verona, 3 nights in Milan, 1 night in Turin, and 1 night in Genoa. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in Italy. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Bologna, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover Italy on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in Italy. Piazza San Marco and Rialto Bridge are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Bologna, Venice, Verona, Valeggio sul Mincio, Milan, Sirmione, Monza, Turin, Cavoretto, Genoa, and Modena, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Italy. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in Italy.

Throughout your road trip in Italy, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in Italy.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

The best services in Italy fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in Italy today!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Bologna - Arrival day
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  • Piazza Maggiore
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Welcome to Bologna, the perfect starting point for your road trip in Italy! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 1 night discovering what to see in Bologna before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Bologna is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

Find your way to your hotel in Bologna. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in Italy. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Bologna, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 11-day road trip in Italy!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Bologna
  • Venice
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Drive 154 km, 2 hours 8 min

  • Piazza Santo Stefano
  • International Museum and Library of Music
  • Two Towers
  • Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
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Your itinerary for day 2 of your road trip in Italy includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Bologna. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Venice, where you'll spend 2 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Venice, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Venice. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Head back to your accommodation in Venice and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Italy.

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Venice
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Drive 4 km, 1 hour 6 min

  • Venetian Arsenal
  • Bridge of Sighs
  • Doge's Palace
  • St Mark's Basilica
  • Piazza San Marco
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You’ll stay in Venice for 1 night.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Italy. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Venice's best restaurants.

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in Italy.

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Venice
  • Verona
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Drive 121 km, 1 hour 36 min

  • Rialto Bridge
  • Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo
  • Teatro La Fenice
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 4 of your road trip in Italy. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Venice. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Verona, where will spend 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Verona. Verona offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Verona's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Italy!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Verona
  • Milan
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Drive 182 km, 3 hours 8 min

  • Verona Arena
  • Parco Giardino Sigurtà
  • Gardaland Resort
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Dive into day 5 of your remarkable road trip in Italy. Today you'll explore 3 destinations, including Verona, Valeggio sul Mincio, and Ronchi. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Milan, where you'll spend 3 nights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Milan. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Milan. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Milan
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Drive 291 km, 4 hours 38 min

  • Archaeological site of Grotte di Catullo
  • Castello di Sirmione
  • Parrocchia di S. Giovanni Battista - Duomo di Monza
  • Parco di Monza
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On day 6 of your road trip in Italy, you’ll start and end your day in Milan, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the city. Since you still have 2 nights to spend in Milan, there’s no need to rush. Experience Sirmione and Monza to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Milan.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Milan. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Italy!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Milan
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Drive 2 km, 27 min

  • Pinacoteca di Brera
  • Corso Vittorio Emanuele II
  • Via Monte Napoleone
  • Brera
  • Navigli
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Day 7 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Bologna. You’ll stay in Milan for 1 night more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

One of the most iconic spots you can visit today is Corso Vittorio Emanuele II. Allow yourself some time to explore this street and discover its unique quirks. You'll also find many of the best sightseeing spots nearby.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Italy. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

Milan is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Milan.

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in Italy!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Milan
  • Turin
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Drive 145 km, 2 hours 22 min

  • Duomo di Milano
  • Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
  • La Scala
  • Castello Sforzesco
  • Sempione Park
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On day 8 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Italy, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Milan. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Turin, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Turin, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Turin's best restaurants.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Italy!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Turin
  • Genoa
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Drive 173 km, 2 hours 25 min

  • Egyptian Museum
  • Mole Antonelliana
  • Parco del Valentino
  • Museo Nazionale dell'Automobile
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On day 9 of your road trip in Italy, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Turin and Cavoretto are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Genoa, where you will stay for 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Genoa. Genoa offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

Genoa is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Genoa.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in Italy.

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Genoa
  • Bologna
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Drive 300 km, 3 hours 52 min

  • piazza De Ferrari
  • Aquarium of Genoa
  • Enzo Ferrari Museum
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Your itinerary for day 10 of your road trip in Italy includes 2 stops and features some of the highlights of Genoa and Modena. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Bologna, where you'll spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Bologna. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Bologna, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Say good night to Bologna and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Italy!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Bologna - Departure day
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  • Portici di Bologna
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Day 11 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

For those seeking luxury items, check out the area’s high-end stores.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Italy!

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
Personalize your itinerary
Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
Easily make changes
Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
Enjoy seamless planning
With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.
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