13-Day Italy Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Bologna to Florence, Pisa, La Spezia, and Parma

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Explore the best of Italy on a remarkable 13-day road trip! Combine exploration with relaxation on a self-drive tour featuring Bologna, Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, Manarola, La Spezia, Riomaggiore, Vernazza, Parma, and Modena.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Italy. You will spend 3 nights in Bologna, 4 nights in Florence, 2 nights in Pisa, 2 nights in La Spezia, and 1 night in Parma. 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. Ponte Vecchio and Leaning Tower Of Pisa are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Bologna, Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, Manarola, La Spezia, Riomaggiore, Vernazza, Parma, 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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Day1

Day 1

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

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 13-day road trip in Italy!

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Day2

Day 2

  • Bologna
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Drive 3 km, 41 min

  • Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
  • Two Towers
  • Piazza Santo Stefano
  • Piazza Maggiore
  • Bologna Cathedral
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You’ll stay in Bologna 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 Bologna's best restaurants.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Italy!

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Day3

Day 3

  • Bologna
  • Florence
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Drive 111 km, 1 hour 59 min

  • Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence
  • Bargello National Museum
  • Palazzo Vecchio
  • Uffizi Gallery
  • Ponte Vecchio
  • piazza della Signoria
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 3 of your road trip in Italy. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Florence. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Florence, where will spend 4 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.

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

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

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Day4

Day 4

  • Florence
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Drive 9 km, 1 hour 24 min

  • Central Market
  • Galleria dell'Accademia
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
  • Palazzo Pitti
  • piazzale Michelangelo
  • Oltrarno
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Day 4 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Bologna. You’ll stay in Florence for 3 nights more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

One of the most iconic spots you can visit today is Oltrarno. Allow yourself some time to explore this neighborhood 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.

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

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day5

Day 5

  • Florence
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Drive 156 km, 2 hours 35 min

  • Basilica of San Domenico
  • Siena Cathedral
  • piazza del Campo
  • Pubblico Palace
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On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Florence, where you have 2 nights left to stay.

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

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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Day6

Day 6

  • Florence
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Drive 118 km, 2 hours 12 min

  • Piazza del Duomo, San Gimignano
  • Town Hall, Picture Gallery and Great Tower
  • SanGimignano1300
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On day 6 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience San Gimignano. 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.

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

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

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Day7

Day 7

  • Florence
  • Pisa
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Drive 86 km, 1 hour 36 min

  • Campo santo
  • Battistero di San Giovanni
  • Piazza del Duomo, Pisa
  • Pisa Cathedral
  • Leaning Tower of Pisa
  • Knights' Square
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Your itinerary for day 7 of your road trip in Italy includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Pisa. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Pisa, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Italy!

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Day8

Day 8

  • Pisa
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Drive 1.0 km, 12 min

  • Palazzo Gambacorti
  • Palazzo Blu
  • Santa Maria della Spina
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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.

Pisa 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 Pisa.

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

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Day9

Day 9

  • Pisa
  • La Spezia
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Drive 118 km, 2 hours 12 min

  • Manarola Overlook Viewpoint
  • Presepe di Manarola
  • Chiesa di San Lorenzo
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Dive into day 9 of your remarkable road trip in Italy. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Manarola. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in La Spezia, 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 La Spezia. La Spezia 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 La Spezia's best restaurants.

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

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Day10

Day 10

  • La Spezia
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Drive 58 km, 1 hour 56 min

  • Church of San Giovanni Battista of Riomaggiore
  • Riomaggiore
  • Ruins of Doria Tower
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Greet day 10 of your road trip in Italy with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 1 night to stay in La Spezia, so get ready to make the most of your time in the region. On the agenda for this day, you’ll find only the best things to see and do in Riomaggiore and Vernazza.

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

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Italy!

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Day11

Day 11

  • La Spezia
  • Parma
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Drive 120 km, 1 hour 50 min

  • Palazzo Ducale di Parma
  • Galleria nazionale di Parma
  • Palazzo della Pilotta
  • Teatro Regio
  • Parma Cathedral
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On day 11 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Italy, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Parma. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Parma, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day12

Day 12

  • Parma
  • Bologna
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Drive 106 km, 2 hours 3 min

  • Enzo Ferrari Museum
  • Torre Civica - Ghirlandina
  • Modena Cathedral
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On day 12 of your road trip in Italy, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Modena are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Bologna, where you will stay for 1 night.

Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

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

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Bologna. 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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Day13

Day 13

  • Bologna - Departure day
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  • Portici di Bologna
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Day 13 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.
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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