5-Day Italy Road Trip from Pescara traveling north to Rimini

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Summary

Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-day road trip through Italy.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Italy. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Pescara and 2 nights in Rimini, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Italy. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Pescara, Rimini, and Padua. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in Italy you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Pescara, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Italy, including the stunning Arch of Augustus and Gran Sasso e Monti della Laga National Park.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Italy. From the magnificent Scrovegni Chapel to the breathtaking The Basilica of St. Anthony and prato della Valle, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Frasassi Caves and learn more about the unique Sanctuary of the Holy House of Loreto to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Pescara, Rimini, and Padua, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Italy. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Italy.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Italy. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Italy.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Italy.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Italy has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Italy. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Italy extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

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

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Included

Hotel, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of aerial view of colorful summer view of Pescara port, Italy.Pescara / 2 nights
Photo of aerial view of Rimini city, Italy.Rimini / 2 nights
Photo of beautiful view of canal with statues on square Prato della Valle and Basilica Santa Giustina in Padova (Padua), Veneto, Italy.Padua

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Attractions

Prato della Valle square in historical city centre of Padua (Padova), elliptical square with green island at the center, small canal with statues, Abbey of Santa Giustina church, Veneto Region, Italy.Prato della Valle
The Basilica of St. Anthony, Padua, Padova, Veneto, ItalyThe Basilica of St Anthony
church inside cave in Italy - Marche - the temple of Valadier church near Frasassi caves in Genga Ancona .Frasassi Caves
Sanctuary of the Holy House of Loreto, Loreto, Ancona, Marche, ItalySanctuary of the Holy House of Loreto
Beautiful landscape with Gran Sasso d'Italia peak at Campo Imperatore plateau in the Apennine Mountains, Abruzzo, ItalyGran Sasso e Monti della Laga National Park
photo of High dynamic range (HDR) Arco di Augusto meaning Emperor Augustus Arch in Susa, Italy .Arco di Augusto
Cappella degli Scrovegni in Padova, Italy in autumn day.Scrovegni Chapel
Cavour Square, Rimini, Emilia-Romagna, ItalyCavour Square
Piazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto), Pescara, Abruzzo, ItalyPiazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto)
PHOTO OF "Ponte del Mare" in Pescara .Ponte del Mare
Nature Reserve Pineta Dannunziana, Pescara, Abruzzo, ItalyNature Reserve Pineta Dannunziana
Gabriele D'Annunzio's Birthplace Museum, Pescara, Abruzzo, ItalyGabriele D'Annunzio's Birthplace Museum

Flights
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Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

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Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 – Pescara and Abruzzo - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Pescara and Abruzzo - arrival day

  • Pescara - Arrival day
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  • Piazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto)
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Pescara has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Piazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto). This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 10,367 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Pescara, Fattoria Toccaferro | Via Firenze. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,714 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pescara is Da Bacone. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,084 customers.

Locals recommend Taverna 58 as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pescara. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 808 customers.

Pescara also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Pescara is Bar Napoli. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,003 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Pescara is Temple Bar Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

Locals also enjoy New Laundry - C. & C. Cocktail Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 296 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Italy!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Abruzzo and Rimini

Day 2

Day 2 – Abruzzo and Rimini

  • Pescara
  • Rimini
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Drive 395 km, 6 hours 3 min

  • Nature Reserve Pineta Dannunziana
  • Gabriele D'Annunzio's Birthplace Museum
  • Gran Sasso e Monti della Laga National Park
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Rimini. You’ll stay in Rimini for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Abruzzo’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Abruzzo, start your day with a visit to the amazing Nature Reserve Pineta Dannunziana. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,873 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Gran Sasso e Monti della Laga National Park. This national park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,303 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Abruzzo has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Rimini. Rimini offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular La Mi Mama. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,954 reviews.

The remarkable Sabbioni Pizza & Restaurant is another top restaurant in Rimini we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,324 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Rimini, the fantastic Bar Lento. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 516 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bounty. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,323 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Bar Ilde - Il Baretto della Buona Piadina. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,485 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

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Day 3 – Padua and Rimini

Day 3

Day 3 – Padua and Rimini

  • Padua
  • Rimini
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Drive 468 km, 5 hours 19 min

  • Scrovegni Chapel
  • The Basilica of St Anthony
  • Prato della Valle
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On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Rimini, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Rimini.

Today you'll explore the city of Padua. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Scrovegni Chapel. As one of the top sights in the area, around 9,387 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a chapel and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 11,849 visitors.

The Basilica of St. Anthony is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Padua. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 38,852 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Padua is prato della Valle. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 47,576 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Italy to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Rimini.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Rimini, like Amerigo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,124 customers.

Bio's Kitchen Rimini is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Rimini. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,767 customers.

Locals enjoy La Brasserie, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Rimini. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,383 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Rimini, Hobo's. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,269 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bar Capogiro. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 649 customers.

127 Long Street Bar is another of the best bars in the city of Rimini. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 551 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Italy!

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Day 4 – Rimini, Ancona, and Pescara

Day 4

Day 4 – Rimini, Ancona, and Pescara

  • Rimini
  • Pescara
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Drive 352 km, 4 hours 16 min

  • Cavour Square
  • Arco di Augusto
  • Frasassi Caves
  • Sanctuary of the Holy House of Loreto
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in Rimini and embark on a scenic drive to Pescara, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Rimini before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Rimini. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Piazza Cavour. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,447 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Arch of Augustus. This attraction, a beloved triumphal arch, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,375 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Frasassi Caves. This attraction is a show cave that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 20,728 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Sanctuary of the Holy House of Loreto. This church and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 19,100 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Ristorante Fattoria Galasso. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 844 customers.

Locals also recommend Somari, another of the best restaurants in Pescara. Somari is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 546 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at A Prua Mare. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 532 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Enoteca Visaggio cocktails and wine to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Pescara, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 463 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gran Caffè Italiano. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Gran Caffè Italiano has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 216 customers.

Post Bar is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 134 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Italy, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 5 – Pescara and Abruzzo - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Pescara and Abruzzo - departure day

  • Pescara - Departure day
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  • Ponte del Mare
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Day 5 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Pescara before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Ponte del Mare is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Pescara. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,487 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Pescara and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Italy.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Pescara at Trattoria del mare da Tatillo before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Trattoria L'Angolo d'Abruzzo for your last chance at a meal in the city of Pescara. The Trattoria L'Angolo d'Abruzzo restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 582 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Chef Nestor 2. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 504 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Pescara. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Italy!

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