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Who This Itinerary Is For
First-time Italy visitors.
Route Overview
Fly into Rome, 4 days, train to Florence (1h30m), 3 days, fly out of Florence or back via Rome.
Day-by-Day Plan
- Days 1–4: Rome.
- Day 5: Train to Florence.
- Days 5–7: Florence + Chianti day.
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Pace
Rome dense, Florence walkable.
What to Book Ahead
- Frecciarossa tickets
- Uffizi + Accademia
- Borghese + Vatican
What to Skip
- A car
- Day trips on travel days
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April, May, September, October consistently work best.
Can I do this in fewer days?
Compressing it usually hurts the trip. 7–8 days is the sweet spot.
Do I need to rent a car?
No. Trains and short flights handle every leg.
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