12-Day Italy Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Verona to Venice, Florence, Siena, and Rome

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Explore the best of Italy on a remarkable 12-day road trip! Combine exploration with relaxation on a self-drive tour featuring Verona, Venice, Florence, Pisa, Siena, and Rome.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Italy. You will spend 3 nights in Verona, 2 nights in Venice, 3 nights in Florence, 1 night in Siena, and 2 nights in Rome. 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 Verona, 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. Trevi Fountain and Colosseum are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Verona, Venice, Florence, Pisa, Siena, and Rome, 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

  • Verona - Arrival day
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  • Verona Arena
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Your road trip adventure in Italy begins as soon as you reach Verona and pick up your car. You’ll stay here for 2 nights and explore what to see in Verona, sample the local cuisine, and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

Verona 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.

When you're ready for some downtime, make your way to your chosen hotel. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM in Verona. Make yourself at home and unwind before heading out again.

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 Verona, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 12-day road trip in Italy!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Verona
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Drive 7 km, 1 hour 26 min

  • Basilica di San Zeno Maggiore
  • Castelvecchio Museum
  • piazza delle Erbe
  • piazza dei Signori
  • Castel San Pietro
  • Giusti Garden
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Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Verona.

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.

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 look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Verona
  • Venice
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Drive 117 km, 1 hour 55 min

  • Grand Canal
  • Rialto Bridge
  • Bridge of Sighs
  • Doge's Palace
  • St Mark's Basilica
  • Piazza San Marco
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Your itinerary for day 3 of your road trip in Italy includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Venice. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Venice, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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

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

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Italy.

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Venice
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Drive 4 km, 59 min

  • Punta della Dogana - Pinault Collection
  • Santa Maria della Salute
  • Peggy Guggenheim Collection
  • Teatro La Fenice
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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.

Venice 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 Venice.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Italy!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Venice
  • Florence
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Drive 260 km, 3 hours 12 min

  • Bargello National Museum
  • Fountain of Neptune
  • Palazzo Vecchio
  • Uffizi Gallery
  • Ponte Vecchio
  • piazza della Signoria
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On day 5 of your road trip in Italy, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Florence are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Florence, where you will stay for 3 nights.

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

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

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

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Florence
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Drive 9 km, 1 hour 19 min

  • David
  • Galleria dell'Accademia
  • Central Market
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
  • Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence
  • piazzale Michelangelo
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Day 6 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Verona. You’ll stay in Florence for 2 nights more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

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

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 7

Day 7

  • Florence
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Drive 197 km, 3 hours 8 min

  • “Tuttomondo” (Keith Haring)
  • Leaning Tower of Pisa
  • Angelo Caduto
  • Pisa Cathedral
  • Campo santo
  • Piazza del Duomo, Pisa
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On day 7 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Pisa. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Florence, where you still have 1 night left to stay.

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

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

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Italy!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Florence
  • Siena
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Drive 77 km, 1 hour 45 min

  • Fortezza Medicea
  • Basilica of San Domenico
  • Siena Cathedral
  • Pubblico Palace
  • piazza del Campo
  • Tower of Mangia
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 8 of your road trip in Italy. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Siena. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Siena, where will spend 1 night.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Florence.

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

Siena 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 Siena.

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

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Siena
  • Rome
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Drive 242 km, 3 hours 37 min

  • Colosseum
  • Roman Forum
  • Piazza Navona
  • Capitoline Museums
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On day 9 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Italy, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Rome. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Rome, where you’ll be staying for 2 nights.

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

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

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

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Rome
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Drive 10 km, 1 hour 7 min

  • St Peter's Basilica
  • The Last Judgment
  • Sistine Chapel
  • Vatican Museums
  • Castel Sant'Angelo
  • Trastevere
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Wake up to day 10 of your road trip in Italy. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Vatican City and Rome. With 1 night to stay in Rome, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

A visit to Trastevere is a must on the agenda today. This neighborhood is full of hidden gems and character, perfect for a leisurely stroll. Plus, you’ll be close to some of the city’s most famous sights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Rome and your accommodation.

Rome 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 Rome.

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

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Rome
  • Verona
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Drive 515 km, 5 hours 57 min

  • Pantheon
  • Trevi Fountain
  • Spanish Steps
  • Piazza di Spagna
  • Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
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Dive into day 11 of your remarkable road trip in Italy. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Rome. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Verona, where you'll spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Verona. 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 Verona, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in Italy!

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Verona - Departure day
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  • Porta Borsari
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Day 12 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.

If you’re in the mood for luxury shopping, high-end stores await you.

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.
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Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
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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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