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!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Italy is Rome - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Rome.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Altare della Patria. This architectural structure is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Rome, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 49,843 visitors. Around 1,683,070 people visit this attraction every year.

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

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Rome.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at 433. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,341 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Rome.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Roma Sparita. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,073 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

As your day in Rome is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Italy.

Make your way to D’Angelo Caffè & Gastronomia - Bar Bistro Caffetteria Napoletana a Roma. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,054 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Cantina e Cucina, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars among 7,907 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Ai Tre Scalini. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,950 customers.

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

On day 2 of your exciting luxury holiday across Italy you will continue exploring the city of Rome. You still have 2 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Rome. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Piazza Navona. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 158,771 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Pantheon, which is a roman temple that gets around 30,000,000 visits every year. This attraction is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 189,682 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Trevi Fountain sculpture, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Piazza di Spagna is another stop you can visit today in Rome. This square is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 113,658 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you want to experience even more of Rome, then consider a visit to the incredible Spanish Steps. Spanish Steps is a monumental staircase and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 57,211 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Rome has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Rome, make sure to check out Ristorante Amedeo. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,798 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,637 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Rome before is Maccheroni. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,633 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

VinAllegro is one of the best bars in Rome and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,167 customers.

You may also want to check out Ristorante Tema. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Ristorante Tema is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 939 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Bar Tornatora Rome. Bar Tornatora Rome has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 952 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

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.

On day 3 of your luxury road trip holiday in Italy you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Rome and the city of L'aquila. You’ll stay in L'aquila for 1 night.

Your day starts in Rome. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Roman Forum your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 114,450 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this square and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Colosseum. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 328,821 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this roman amphitheatre and attraction. In fact, this welcomes around 7,400,000 visitors annually.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Castel Sant'Angelo. This museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 72,431 visitors. Up to 918,591 travelers come to Rome every year to see the stunning Castel Sant'Angelo with their own eyes.

When you’re finished at the square, the perfect next stop is the popular piazza del Popolo. This spectacular square and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 89,807 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Villa Borghese. This urban zone of rome is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 69,749 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Rome by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Italy to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Italy. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Rome today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of L'aquila, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Arrosticini Divini, one of the best restaurants in L'aquila. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,676 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend L'Unico Posto as one of their top choices in the city. L'Unico Posto is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 640 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in L'aquila is Antologie Ristorante. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 140 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

La Locanda del Puledro Impennato is one of the best bars you can visit in L'aquila tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 803 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Via Verdi Irish Pub Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 442 customers.

Alternatively, try Monthy's Irish Pub. Monthy's Irish Pub is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 399 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Italy! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 4 of your luxury road trip holiday in Italy you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Vatican City and the city of Rome. You’ll stay in Rome for 1 night.

Your day starts in Vatican City. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Luminous fountain your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,564 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this fountain and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Fountain of the 99 Water Spouts. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,784 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this fountain and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Castle Park. This park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,974 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Vatican City by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Italy to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Italy. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Vatican City today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Rome, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Coso Ristorante, one of the best restaurants in Rome. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,275 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Pierluigi as one of their top choices in the city. Pierluigi is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,123 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Rome is Ristorante Ad Hoc. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

La Botticella of Poggi Giovanni is one of the best bars you can visit in Rome tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 655 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Tigelleria Romana - Bistrot & Cafè. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 792 customers.

Alternatively, try La Licata. La Licata is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,067 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Italy! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

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.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Italy by heading 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.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Rome, check out the menu at Antica Pesa. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 858 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is Hostaria Isidoro. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 909 customers.

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!