Luxury One-Week Italy Road Trip from Ancona to Pescara, Rome, and Florence

There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Ancona.

This building is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Ancona, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,023 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Ancona. 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 Ancona.

As your day in Ancona 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 Donegal Irish Pub. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,118 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Posa bar, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars among 948 guests.

Raise a toast to the start of your 8-day luxury vacation in Italy and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your luxury road trip holiday in Italy you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, Ancona and the city of Pescara. You’ll stay in Pescara for 1 night.

Your day starts in Ancona.

Make the amazing Arch of Trajan your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,411 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this triumphal arch and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Parco Naturale Regionale Gola della Rossa e di Frasassi. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,515 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this park and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Frasassi Caves. This show cave has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 20,728 visitors.

When you’re finished at the church, the perfect next stop is the popular Sanctuary of the Holy House of Loreto. This spectacular church and attraction is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 19,100 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Ancona 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 Ancona today.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Fattoria Toccaferro | Via Firenze, one of the best restaurants in Pescara. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,714 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Da Bacone as one of their top choices in the city. Da Bacone is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,084 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Pescara is Taverna 58. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 808 customers.

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

Bar Napoli is one of the best bars you can visit in Pescara tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,003 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Temple Bar Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 526 customers.

Alternatively, try New Laundry - C. & C. Cocktail Bar. New Laundry - C. & C. Cocktail Bar is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 296 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 3 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 2 nights.

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 Piazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto) your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 10,367 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this top-tier point of interest and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Ponte del Mare. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,487 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this top-tier point of interest and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Nature Reserve Pineta Dannunziana. This park has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,873 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 433, one of the best restaurants in Rome. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,341 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Roma Sparita as one of their top choices in the city. Roma Sparita is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,073 customers.

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

D’Angelo Caffè & Gastronomia - Bar Bistro Caffetteria Napoletana a Roma 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 1,054 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Cantina e Cucina. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,907 customers.

Alternatively, try Ai Tre Scalini. Ai Tre Scalini is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,950 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 holiday, you’ll get the opportunity to experience the spectacular city of Rome. You’ll stay in Rome for 1 night, which gives you enough time to discover some of the most amazing things to see and do in the city. Start your morning with a hearty breakfast and get ready for an entire day of enjoying Rome to the fullest.

Today you will have the opportunity to visit multiple popular travel destinations in Rome. Begin your sightseeing with a visit to the outstanding Castel Sant'Angelo. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 72,431 visitors and attracts around 918,591 curious travelers every year.

When you’re finished at Castel Sant'Angelo, make a stop at the wonderful Piazza Navona. This incredible attraction is a square, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 158,771 visitors.

Next up, make your way to one of the best places to see according to travelers in Rome, the extraordinary Pantheon. This roman temple gets around 30,000,000 visits annually and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 189,682 visitors.

As the day moves along, another attraction you will probably want to visit is the incredible Roman Forum. Up to 114,450 visitors have rated this square an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

If you’re up for one last attraction today, check out the popular Colosseum. This attraction is a roman amphitheatre, rated an average 4.7 out of 5 stars among 328,821 visitors and attracts around 7,400,000 visits each year.

Tonight you will stay at one of the best luxury hotels in Rome. We have selected the perfect options for you to have the loveliest experience in Rome.

Treat yourself to an overnight stay at the wonderful Hotel Nord Nuova Roma, a highly recommended 3-star hotel in the city. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,325 guests and guarantees you a pleasant break from your self-drive luxury vacation.

Another excellent luxury accommodation alternative in Rome is the fantastic Grand Hotel Palatino. This 4-star hotel is the ultimate place to lay back and treat yourself to some well-deserved downtime after a busy day exploring. Grand Hotel Palatino is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,826 guests.

Alternatively, check in at the outstanding NH Collection Roma Palazzo Cinquecento. This 5-star hotel is warmly recommended by previous guest and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,953 reviews to prove it. Get cozy and rest before it’s yet again time to hit the roads.

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

After a long day of exploring, it’s time for indulging in some food. Make a reservation at one of the best restaurants in Rome.

We recommend you eat at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like the fantastic Ristorante Amedeo. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,798 customers.

Alternatively, check out the menu at La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali. Considered one of the best restaurants in Rome, it has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,637 customers.

If you’re curious about more of the best restaurants in Rome, Maccheroni is one to check out. Maccheroni is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,633 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Rome.

Many locals go to VinAllegro to have a good time. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,167 customers.

If you feel like going somewhere else, another popular option in the city is Ristorante Tema. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 939 customers.

Bar Tornatora Rome is another great option in Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 952 customers.

Enjoy an amazing evening in Rome, and get ready for more fantastic days to come of your luxury vacation in Italy!

On day 5 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 Florence. You’ll stay in Florence for 2 nights.

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 Altare della Patria your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 49,843 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this architectural structure and attraction before you head there. More than 1,683,070 people visit this attraction every year.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Trevi Fountain. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 343,494 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this sculpture and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Piazza di Spagna. This square has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 113,658 visitors.

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 Florence, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ristorante Paoli, one of the best restaurants in Florence. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 6,031 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Ristorante Oliviero 1962 as one of their top choices in the city. Ristorante Oliviero 1962 is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Florence is Il Vezzo. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 862 customers.

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

Manifattura is one of the best bars you can visit in Florence tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Ditta Artigianale. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,877 customers.

Alternatively, try Archea Brewery. Archea Brewery is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 723 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 6 of your luxurious vacation in Italy, you’ll start and end your day in Florence, but spend most of the day exploring attractions outside of the city. After a long day of sightseeing, you'll drive back to Florence, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

Start your day with a drive to Central Market in Florence. Central Market is a stunning must-see tourist destination and travel destination most visitors appreciate. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 43,100 reviews.

Next, make your way to the extraordinary Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. This top attraction is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 76,359 visitors.

As the day moves along, another attraction you’ll want to visit is the incredible piazzale Michelangelo.

This activity allows travelers to have a unique adventure in Italy. Add this or another top-rated tour of your choice to your itinerary to make it a truly special day in Italy.

After a full day of exploring, drive back to Florence and have a delicious dinner at one of the best restaurants in the city. We’ve collected some of the most recommended restaurants so you can make a reservation in advance at your own convenience.

We recommend you eat at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like the fantastic Ristorante Le Volte Firenze. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 536 customers.

Alternatively, check out the menu at Le Cappelle Medicee. Considered one of the best restaurants in Pisa, it has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,574 customers.

If you’re curious about more of the best restaurants in Florence, La Giostra is one to check out. La Giostra is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,432 customers.

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

Many locals go to Locale Firenze to have a good time. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 771 customers.

If you feel like going somewhere else, another popular option in the city is Djària - American Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 182 customers.

Caffe San Firenze is another great option in Florence. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

Relax and enjoy an amazing evening in Florence, and get ready for more fantastic days to come on your luxury vacation in Italy!

On day 7 of your luxury holiday in Italy, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Florence and the city of Bologna. You’ll stay in Ancona for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding piazza della Signoria. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 66,956 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Uffizi Gallery. On an annual basis, this attraction receives around 2,011,219 visitors. This national museum and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 61,794 reviews.

The wonderful Ponte Vecchio is another popular attraction you can explore on this day of your vacation in Florence. This well-known attraction, and spectacular deck arch bridge, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,099 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Florence is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in Italy. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of Italy’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

It’s now time to hit the road again and travel to your next destination, the city of Bologna.

Make your way to the incredible Piazza Maggiore in Bologna for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 64,523 visitors.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Ancona.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated Bàgolo Caffetteria. This bar is considered one of the best in Ancona and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 423 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Old Fashioned. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 170 customers.

Alternatively, go to Mixer Bar. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Ancona and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 123 reviews.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in Italy awaits!

Today is the last day of your 8-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 Ancona 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 piazza del Plebiscito. This extraordinary square and attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,631 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Ancona.

Don’t end your vacation hungry.

You will then say farewell to Ancona 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!