30 days in Italy Itinerary

A city of technology and industry, Turin is in northwestern Italy, a one-hour drive from the French border and slightly more than that from the Mediterranean Sea.

Shop till you drop at Galleria Sabauda and Purpleryta. Explore Turin's surroundings by going to Parco Naturale del Monte San Giorgio (in Piossasco), L' ARMANGIA AZ. AGR. / WINE CELLAR (in Canelli) and Atelier Del Benessere Natasha Seminara Massoterapista (in Balangero). The adventure continues: get engrossed in the history at Museo Egizio, look for gifts at Paolo Valenti Ceramiche, indulge your taste buds at Montalero Cookery, and learn about winemaking at Cantina Francesco Borgogno.

For photos, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Turin attractions site.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Turin is an approximately 17-hour flight. Traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Turin, you'll gain 7 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect colder temperatures when traveling from Kuala Lumpur in April; daily highs in Turin reach 17°C and lows reach 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) to allow enough time to take a train to Milan.

In many ways the most modern of Italian cities, Milan is a busy, elegant metropolis with an impressive list of grand palaces, fine churches, and important museums.

Shop till you drop at Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and Mostra Keith Haring. Museum-lovers will appreciate Il Tornio and Pinacoteca Ambrosiana. Explore Milan's surroundings by going to Kayaking & Canoeing (in Bellagio), Paul DEMARIA - The Open Lake & Landscape Studio d’Arte (in Varenna) and Bio Spa Carera (in Rota d'Imagna). The adventure continues: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Duomo di Milano, do a tasting at Cantina Fontechiara, admire the masterpieces at Museo Poldi Pezzoli, and see the interesting displays at Tempio Civico della Beata Vergine Incoronata.

To find maps, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Milan day trip website.

Traveling by train from Turin to Milan takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Turin in April, expect nights in Milan to be about the same, around 9°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can take a train to Florence.

Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Florence Academy of Fine Arts and Pitti Palace. For shopping fun, head to Mercato Centrale or La Bottega del Produttore. Venture out of the city with trips to Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona (in Castelnuovo dell'Abate), Azienda Agricola Altiero (Winery) (in Greve in Chianti) and Castello del Trebbio (in Santa Brigida). Dedicate the 12th (Wed) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, make a trip to Piazzale Michelangelo, enjoy breathtaking views from Campanile di Giotto, and snap pictures at Ponte Vecchio.

To find photos, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Florence trip planner.

Take a train from Milan to Florence in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in Florence can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can take a train to Verona.

The famous setting for Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet, Verona is one of northern Italy's main tourist destinations, largely owing to its incredibly rich artistic heritage.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Thu): wander the streets of Via Mazzini, take a stroll through Piazza delle Erbe, see the interesting displays at Casa di Giulietta, then catch a live performance at Arena di Verona, and finally look for gifts at Bike Evolution S. Zeno. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 14th (Fri): ride a horse along La Pria, relax and rejuvenate at Spa Termale Aquaria, and then step into the grandiose world of Museo di Castelvecchio.

To see photos, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Verona day trip planner.

Traveling by train from Florence to Verona takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. April in Verona sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Venice.

Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.

Let the collections at Doge's Palace and Gallerie dell'Accademia capture your imagination. Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Pro Loco "San Paolo" and The Merchant of Venice - San Fantin. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Venice: Distilleria Pagura (in Zoppola) and Scrovegni Chapel (in Padua). Next up on the itinerary: explore the activities along Canal Grande, enjoy breathtaking views from St Mark's Campanile, get to know the fascinating history of Campo del Ghetto, and examine the collection at Museo Ebraico di Venezia.

For other places to visit, photos, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Venice trip itinerary builder tool.

Traveling by car from Verona to Venice takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a train. In April, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can go by car to Valdobbiadene.

Valdobbiadene is a town in the province of Treviso, Veneto, Italy. On the 19th (Wed), do a tasting at Col del Lupo, learn about winemaking at Azienda Agricola Follador Francesco, then stroll around Cantina Bortolomiol - Parco della Filandetta, and finally learn about winemaking at Cantina San Gregorio. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: do a tasting at Canello azienda agricola, stop by Lattebusche, and then learn about winemaking at Le Terre.

To see reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Valdobbiadene day trip tool.

Drive from Venice to Valdobbiadene in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In April, daily temperatures in Valdobbiadene can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) early enough to fly to Rome.

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.

Vatican Museums and Tesoro di San Pietro will appeal to museum buffs. There's lots more to do: visit Trastevere, admire the local landmark of Trevi Fountain, steep yourself in history at Palatine Hill, and make a trip to Piazza Navona.

To find reviews, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, read Rome trip maker website.

Getting from Valdobbiadene to Rome by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. In April, daily temperatures in Rome can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Positano.

Often referred to as the gem of the Amalfi Coast, Positano remains one of southern Italy's most sought-after vacation locales, thanks to its hillside location and picturesque, pastel buildings.

Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Ceramiche Cosmolena di Margherita di Palma and Ravello Arte. Escape the urban bustle at Spiaggia Grande and Fornillo. Get out of town with these interesting Positano side-trips: Valle delle Ferriere (in Amalfi), Conca dei Marini (Amalfi coast Lemon Tour & The Spa at Monastero Santa Rosa) and Lido di Ravello (in Castiglione). There's still lots to do: view the masterpieces at Ceramiche d'Arte Carmela, shop like a local with Miniaci Art Gallery, admire the striking features of Villa Rufolo, and identify plant and animal life at Le Ali nel Vento - Birds of Prey Experience.

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You can drive from Rome to Positano in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Positano when traveling from Rome in April, with lows around 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) so you can go by car to Salerno.

While often overshadowed by the Amalfi Coast's array of quaint villages, Salerno has become one of the region's main areas for culture and entertainment, while remaining relatively unmarked by tourism.

On the 28th (Fri), do a tasting at Societa Agricola Tenuta San Francesco - S.R.L., relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, then enjoy the sand and surf at Spiaggia di castiglione, and finally stroll through Spiaggia di Marina di Vietri. On the 29th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: browse for treasures at Libreria Antiquaria Vecchi Libri, then shop like a local with Made In Salerno, then view the masterpieces at Sol’Art Ceramiche, and finally kick back and relax at Spiaggia di Marina d'Albori.

To find more things to do, maps, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Salerno trip planner.

Traveling by car from Positano to Salerno takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In April in Salerno, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sun) early enough to fly back home.