A Perfect 9-Day Itinerary for Italy

🛬【Itinerary】： ✨Suggested duration: 9 days 🎯Recommended route: Rome ✈ Florence 🚄 Pisa + Cinque Terre 🚗 Venice 🚄 Milan D1 Arrive in Rome | Trevi Fountain, Piazza del Popolo, evening stroll D2 Rome | Colosseum + "MINI Country" (Vatican City), a collection of World Heritage sites D3 Rome 🚄 Florence | Visit the Duomo, the starting point of the Renaissance D4 Florence | Sunset at Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery, Piazzale Michelangelo D5 Pisa + Cinque Terre | Photo with the Leaning Tower + super photogenic colorful Mediterranean towns D6 Cinque Terre 🚗 Venice | Night tour of the Grand Canal + gondola ride through the waterways D7 Venice | St. Mark's Square + stroll through Burano D8 Venice 🚄 Milan | Duomo + shopping streets + Da Vinci's artwork D9 Depart from Milan | Optional day trip to Lake Como if time permits 🍩【Must-try food】： 🍝 Carbonara in Rome | The authentic "ancestor of pasta" 🍕 Neapolitan pizza | Although not in Pisa, the authentic craftsmanship and flavor are genuine! 🍷 Tuscan red wine + cold cuts | The most fashionable pairing in Florentine restaurants 🍨 Handmade gelato in Venice | Delicious Italian flavors wherever you go 🥐 Brunch + coffee in Milan | End your trip elegantly with an espresso 🏨【Accommodation guide】： ✨ Recommended options: 4-star boutique hotels in city centers / designer guesthouses in seaside towns / small hotels on the islands of Venice 💡Planner's tips: Book seaside guesthouses in Cinque Terre in advance; prioritize hotels near water bus stations in Venice for convenience! 🚌【Transportation guide】： 🚄 High-speed rail is recommended between cities: Rome-Florence/Venice-Milan (fast and convenient) 🚗 Chartered or shared cars are recommended for Cinque Terre, offering flexibility for photos and time 🧳 Upgrade to a chartered car service for the entire trip for a more comfortable and private experience, suitable for seniors/couples/groups of friends 🧡【Tips】： 1️⃣ Book tickets in advance for popular attractions like the Uffizi Gallery. Your trip planner can handle this for a hassle-free experience. 2️⃣ Bring a high-capacity camera card! You'll want to capture every moment in Cinque Terre. 3️⃣ Be aware of pickpockets on the subway/buses in Italy. Keep valuables with you and store some luggage at the hotel front desk. 4️⃣ Autumn and winter are ideal for avoiding peak tourist season, with pleasant weather and fewer crowds! Italy·Europe