Luxury 5-Day Italy Road Trip from Rome to L'aquila

Your luxury holiday in Italy begins as soon as you reach the city of Rome. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

Seize the day by visiting some of the best attractions in the area, like Altare della Patria. This extraordinary architectural structure has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 49,843 visitors. Each year, around 1,683,070 people visit this remarkable site to admire its features and learn more about it.

Tonight, you will be treated to a stay at one of the best luxury hotels in Rome. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Discover a world of culinary delights in Rome, where top-notch dining experiences await at every corner. Consider whether you need to make a reservation in advance to secure a table at your preferred restaurant.

Treat yourself to an extraordinary dining experience at La Pergola, a 3-star Michelin restaurant offering an incredible mediterranean, and contemporary menu. Alternatively, if your taste buds call for something different, Il Pagliaccio is one of the best restaurants for creative, and innovative cuisine in Rome. This 2-star Michelin-awardee earns consistently high praises from guests. We also recommend checking out the menu at Enoteca La Torre. As a top-rated establishment with 2 Michelin star, it is an ideal choice for mediterranean, and creative cuisine in the city.

Cap off your dinner by heading to La Botticella of Poggi Giovanni, ideal for a leisurely evening with a drink in hand. Sant' Eustachio Caffè is another bar that offers an enjoyable setting. Similarly, Caffè Portofino is also a popular place to go on a night out, perfect for relaxing and socializing.

Raise a toast to the start of your 5-day luxury vacation in Italy and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

Day 2 of your luxury road trip in Italy begins and concludes in the city of Rome. Set out by car to explore incredible attractions in the nearby area. After a day filled with sightseeing, you'll return to Rome, where you still have 1 night nights remaining.

Start your sightseeing with a visit to Piazza Navona. This square is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Rome, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 158,771 visitors.

Pantheon is another popular place of interest you can visit today. The average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 189,682 reviews gives you an idea of other visitors’ experience at this attraction. It’s estimated that around 30,000,000 people visit this roman temple every year.

If it’s still bright and early, make your way to Trevi Fountain. Visitors have rated this sculpture an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 343,494 reviews.

Piazza di Spagna is another unique site you can experience today. This attraction is a square rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 113,658 reviews.

Make your way to the fantastic Spanish Steps, perhaps the most famous monumental staircase in Rome. This attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 57,211 travelers.

After a full day of exploring, treat yourself to a delightful dinner or a refreshing drink at the best spots in Rome. Choose from a selection of excellent restaurants and bars and find the perfect place for your evening.

Let the evening flow smoothly from dinner to drinks at The Apartment Bar Roma, a top-rated bar in the area. For other recommendations, Hotel Hassler Roma provides a perfect setting for rounding out your night with style and great drinks.

Raise a toast to another amazing day of your luxury holiday in Rome, Italy and seize the opportunity to celebrate.

Wake up to day 3 of your luxury road trip holiday in Italy! Today, you will get the opportunity to visit multiple fantastic bucket-list destinations in the country as you head towards the city of L'aquila, where you'll be staying for 1 night. The day's itinerary unfolds with a diverse array of experiences in Rome.

When you're ready to see some sights, Roman Forum is a great place to start. This square is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 114,450 visitors.

Another popular attraction you can visit today is Colosseum. This roman amphitheatre has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 328,821 travelers. Every year, 7,400,000 travelers come to experience this site to make the most of their time in Rome.

We also recommend a stop at Castel Sant'Angelo. This site gets more than 918,591 visitors annually. The museum has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 72,431 visitors.

If you're keen to explore more, consider visiting piazza del Popolo. This square is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 89,807 reviews.

Villa Borghese is another easily accessible place to visit on this day of your trip. Stop by this urban zone of rome, rated 4.6 out of 5 stars in 69,749 reviews, to discover more of what makes it unique.

Relax and unwind in style as you spend the night at one of the top luxury hotels in in L'aquila.

After a full day of exploring, treat yourself to a delightful dinner or a refreshing drink at the best spots in L'aquila. Choose from a selection of excellent restaurants and bars and find the perfect place for your evening.

Have a memorable dining experience in L'aquila by booking a table at FØRMA contemporary restaurant, renowned as a Bib Gourmand restaurant presenting an exceptional contemporary, and creative menu.

Cap off your dinner by heading to Art Cafè L'Aquila, ideal for a leisurely evening with a drink in hand.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Italy has plenty more in store for you.

Wake up to day 4 of your luxury holiday in Italy! Remember to have a hearty breakfast because today will be filled with memorable adventures in Vatican City. With a flexible itinerary, you're free to adapt and explore additional attractions or enjoy spontaneous discoveries.

Vatican City welcomes you with a multitude of unique vacation experiences.

Make Vatican Museums your first stop of the day. Previous visitors have rated this art museum an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 133,310 reviews. More than 1,612,530 people visit this place of interest every year.

Next up, make a stop at Saint Peter's Square. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 38,954 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this square every year.

Sistine Chapel is another attraction you can visit on this day of your vacation. This chapel has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 52,083 visitors.

When you’re finished at Sistine Chapel, the perfect next stop is St. Peter's Basilica. This major basilica is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 131,043 reviews. St. Peter's Basilica attracts approximately 11,000,000 visitors annually.

Relax and unwind in style as you spend the night at one of the top luxury hotels in in Rome.

After a long day of exploring, it’s a great idea to relax with a lovely dinner or a refreshing drink. We’ve gathered the most recommended dining and drinking spots in Rome for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your stress-free luxury holiday in Italy has plenty more in store for you.

Today is the last day of your 5-day luxury holiday in Italy and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Rome before saying goodbye.

Explore local shops for souvenirs to remember your trip or find unique gifts for loved ones.

Make the most of what's left of your luxury vacation and head out to the stunning Campo de' Fiori. This extraordinary square and attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 51,133 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Rome.

Treat yourself to a final feast. Savor the unique flavors of Rome one last time before you head to the airport.

This renowned restaurant holds and offers an exceptional menu of cuisine.

You will then say farewell to Rome and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Italy in your luggage!