6-Day Italy Road Trip from Perugia traveling south to Rome

Porta di Venere, from the Roman era, made of white travertine, with its three arches and the two towers of Properzio in Perugia, Italy
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Duration
6 days & 5 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
5 nights included
Car rental
6 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 6-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 Perugia and 3 nights in Rome, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Italy. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Perugia and Rome. We'll help you experience the best 6 days in Italy you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Perugia, 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 Colosseum and Roman Forum.

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 Piazza Navona to the breathtaking Pantheon and Trevi Fountain, 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 St. Peter's Basilica and learn more about the unique Vatican Museums to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Perugia and Rome, 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 5 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 5 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, 5 nights
Rental car, 6 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Perugia - city in ItalyPerugia / 2 nights
Aerial panoramic cityscape of Rome, Italy, Europe. Roma is the capital of Italy. Cityscape of Rome in summer. Rome roofs view with ancient architecture in Italy. Rome / 3 nights

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Attractions

photo of trevi fountain at sunrise beautiful full view, Rome, Italy.Trevi Fountain
photo of Colosseum in Rome at sunrise, Italy, Europe.Colosseum
photo of view of Pantheon in the morning. Rome. Italy.Pantheon
photo of piazza navona in Rome, Italy. Rome navona square. Ancient stadium of Rome for athletic contests. Italy architecture and landmark. Piazza navona is one of the main attractions of Rome and Italy.Piazza navona
St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican CitySt Peter's Basilica
Vatican Museums, Vatican CityVatican Museums
photo of panoramic view of ancient ruins of a roman forum or foro romano at sunrise in rome, Italy. view from capitoline hill.Roman Forum
photo of piazza di spagna in rome, italy. Spanish steps in rome, Italy in the morning. One of the most famous squares in Rome, Italy. Rome architecture and landmark.Piazza di Spagna
photo of piazza del popolo (People's square) named after the church of santa maria del popolo in Rome, Italy.Piazza del Popolo
photo of Visit Italy, park Villa Borghese with boat and ducks.Villa Borghese
photo of holy angel castle, also known as hadrian mausoleum in the morning, Rome, Italy.Castel Sant'Angelo
Sistine ChapelSistine Chapel
photo of altare della patria, national monument to victor emmanuel II the first king of a unified Italy, located in Rome.Altare della Patria
Saint Peter's Square, R-36989Saint Peter's Square
Borgo di Rasiglia
photo of view of the scenic Piazza IV Novembre, main square and masterpiece of medieval architecture in Perugia, ItalyPiazza IV Novembre
Parco Regionale del Lago Trasimeno, Magione, Perugia, Umbria, ItalyParco Regionale del Lago Trasimeno
photo of Aerial view of Perugia from Rocca Paolina, Italy.,Perugia Italy.Rocca Paolina
photo of Clitumnus .Clitumnus
photo of Giardini del Frontone in Perugia, Italy.,Perugia italy.Frontone Gardens

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small car
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Medium car

Medium car

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Premium car

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premium car
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Day 1 – Perugia - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Perugia - arrival day

  • Perugia - Arrival day
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  • Rocca Paolina
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Perugia has many popular destinations you can explore.

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 Perugia, Al Mangiar Bene. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,395 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Perugia is Elfo Pub Perugia. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 754 customers.

Perugia also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Perugia is Quei Bravi Ragazzi. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 543 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Perugia is Punto di Vista. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 502 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in Italy!

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Day 2 – Perugia and Rome

Day 2

Day 2 – Perugia and Rome

  • Perugia
  • Rome
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Drive 302 km, 5 hours 18 min

  • Piazza IV Novembre
  • Parco Regionale del Lago Trasimeno
  • Borgo di Rasiglia
  • Clitumnus
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Day 2 of your road trip through Italy gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Rome for 3 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Perugia is the amazing Piazza IV Novembre. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,189 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Parco Regionale del Lago Trasimeno. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 8,831 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Perugia is the outstanding Borgo di Rasiglia. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,277 visitors.

The spectacular Clitumnus is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating roman deity and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 6,692 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Italy. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Rome, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Cantina e Cucina, one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,907 customers.

Locals also recommend Ai Tre Scalini as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. Ai Tre Scalini is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,950 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rome is 433. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,341 customers.

After dinner, visit D’Angelo Caffè & Gastronomia - Bar Bistro Caffetteria Napoletana a Roma, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,054 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Italy!

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Day 3 – Rome

Day 3

Day 3 – Rome

  • Rome
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Drive 11 km, 44 min

  • Colosseum
  • Roman Forum
  • Altare della Patria
  • Piazza navona
  • Pantheon
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On day 3 of your road trip across Italy, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Rome. You’ll stay in Rome for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Best Western Hotel I Triangoli, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Rome. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 642 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Rome is the 5-star Hotel Caravita. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 321 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Rome is the 3-star Selva Candida. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 435 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Rome, like the outstanding Colosseum. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 328,821 visitors and gathers around 7,400,000 every year.

Roman Forum is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Rome. This incredible attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 114,450 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Rome is the extraordinary Altare della Patria. This architectural structure gets more than 1,683,070 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 49,843 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Piazza Navona. Around 158,771 visitors have given this square an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Pantheon. Pantheon is a popular roman temple, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 189,682 travelers. Around 30,000,000 people visit this roman temple each year.

Come to Rome prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Rome.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Roma Sparita, after your day of exploring the city of Rome. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,073 customers.

Ristorante Amedeo is another of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,798 customers.

Locals recommend VinAllegro, one of the best bars in the city of Rome, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,167 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Rome, Ristorante Tema. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 939 customers.

Bar Tornatora Rome is also one of the best bars in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 952 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Italy.

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Day 4 – Rome

Day 4

Day 4 – Rome

  • Rome
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Drive 19 km, 59 min

  • Villa Borghese
  • Piazza di Spagna
  • Trevi Fountain
  • Piazza del Popolo
  • Castel Sant'Angelo
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Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Rome has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Rome by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Rome. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Rome, like the extraordinary Villa Borghese. This attraction is an urban zone of rome and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 69,749 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Rome is the spectacular Piazza di Spagna. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 113,658 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Trevi Fountain. This sculpture has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 343,494 visitors.

Piazza del Popolo is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This square is a popular destination among visitors in Rome. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 89,807 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Castel Sant'Angelo. Castel Sant'Angelo is a museum and popular attraction in Rome. More than 72,431 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars. If you visit this attraction, you’ll be one of 918,591 people who do so each year.

Your discovery of Rome does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Rome on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Italy, be sure to eat at La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,637 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Rome is the popular Maccheroni. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,633 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Rome is Coso Ristorante. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,275 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, La Botticella of Poggi Giovanni is one of the best bars in the city of Rome for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 655 customers.

Tigelleria Romana - Bistrot & Cafè is another of the most popular bars in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 792 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Rome is La Licata. La Licata has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,067 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Rome!

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Day 5 – Vatican City and Perugia

Day 5

Day 5 – Vatican City and Perugia

  • Perugia
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Drive 178 km, 2 hours 34 min

  • Saint Peter's Square
  • St Peter's Basilica
  • Sistine Chapel
  • Vatican Museums
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Perugia. You’ll stay in Perugia for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Vatican City’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Vatican City, start your day with a visit to the amazing Saint Peter's Square. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 38,954 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating St. Peter's Basilica. This major basilica and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 131,043 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Sistine Chapel to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Sistine Chapel is a chapel that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 52,083 visitors.

The lovely Vatican Museums is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 133,310 visitors have left this art museum average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 1,612,530 visits every year.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Vatican City has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Perugia. Perugia 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 Prosciutteria Perugia. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 407 reviews.

The remarkable Alphaville is another top restaurant in Perugia we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 325 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Perugia, the fantastic Caffe Dal Perugino. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 451 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

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Day 6 – Perugia - departure day

Day 6

Day 6 – Perugia - departure day

  • Perugia - Departure day
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  • Frontone Gardens
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Day 6 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Perugia 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.

Frontone Gardens is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Perugia. This garden and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,722 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Perugia at Café Sant'Ercolano - Bar Sport before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 134 customers.

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

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