8 days in Italy & City of San Marino Itinerary

Known worldwide for the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the city of Pisa historically served as a maritime power in the heart of Tuscany.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Mon): take in the spiritual surroundings of Battistero di San Giovanni, take in panoramic vistas at Leaning Tower of Pisa, then don't miss a visit to Piazza dei Miracoli, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Duomo di Pisa, and finally stroll the grounds of Camposanto. On your second day here, take in the spiritual surroundings of San Michele in Foro, enjoy breathtaking views from Torre Guinigi, then make a trip to Piazza Anfiteatro, then steep yourself in history at Le mura di Lucca, and finally see the interesting displays at Museo Aviotruppe Esercito Italiano.

For more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, read Pisa trip planner.

Vilnius, Lithuania to Pisa is an approximately 9-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Standard Time to Central European Standard Time is minus 1 hour. In July, Pisa is somewhat warmer than Vilnius - with highs of 35°C and lows of 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Florence.

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

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Wed): take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and then appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Florence trip planner.

Traveling by car from Pisa to Florence takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In July, daily temperatures in Florence can reach 35°C, while at night they dip to 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 19th (Wed) to allow time for the train ride to Bologna.

A city famous for its cuisine, Bologna is the seat of the oldest university in the world, founded in 1088.

On the 19th (Wed), don't miss a visit to Piazza Maggiore, then take in panoramic vistas at Le Due Torri Torre degli Asinell, and then steep yourself in history at Basilica di San Petronio.

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Traveling by train from Florence to Bologna takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Bologna are 37°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. You'll set off for Rimini on the 20th (Thu).

A popular resort town on Italy's east coast, Rimini has been an inhabited settlement since prehistoric times.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Thu): explore the ancient world of Arco d'Augusto, see the interesting displays at Italy in Miniature, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Bagno Egisto 38.

For other places to visit, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Rimini online vacation planner.

Traveling by car from Bologna to Rimini takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Bologna in July: highs in Rimini hover around 34°C, while lows dip to 23°C. On the 21st (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to City of San Marino.

The capital of one of the world's smallest and oldest republics, the hillside city of San Marino boasts a World Heritage-listed old town that's known for its winding cobblestone streets and sweeping views of the surrounding countryside.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Fri): examine the collection at Museo Creature della Notte - Vampiri e Licantropi, get a sense of history and politics at Palazzo Pubblico, then steep yourself in history at Piazza della Liberta, and finally explore the historical opulence of Guaita.

To see traveler tips, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, use the City of San Marino road trip website.

City of San Marino is just a stone's throw from Rimini. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in July, and nighttime lows around 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to drive to Rimini.

To find photos, maps, reviews, and tourist information, use the Rimini journey planner.

Rimini is just a stone's throw from City of San Marino. You will leave for Verona on the 22nd (Sat).

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.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): see the interesting displays at Casa di Giulietta and then explore the ancient world of Arena di Verona.

For where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Verona trip planning app.

You can drive from Rimini to Verona in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 22°C. On the 22nd (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can take a train to Malcesine.

Malcesine is a comune (municipality) on the eastern shore of Lake Garda in the Province of Verona in the Italian region Veneto, located about 120km northwest of Venice and about 40km northwest of Verona.Geography and divisionsThe comune of Malcesine consists of Navene, Campagnola, Malcesine proper, Val di Sogno and Cassone. Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): make a trip to Scaliger Castle in Malcesine and then fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour.

To see photos, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Malcesine sightseeing planner.

You can take a train from Verona to Malcesine in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In July in Malcesine, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 22°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) so you can drive to Arco.

Arco is a comune in Trentino-Alto Adige in northern Italy.The town is faced on one side by sheer limestone cliffs jutting up like a wall protecting it and its ancient hilltop castle.Main sightsThe Castello di Arco, medieval castleSanctuary and convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, built in 1475 - 1492. For where to stay, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, read our Arco trip website.

Traveling by car from Malcesine to Arco takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. July in Arco sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 20°C at night. On the 22nd (Sat), you'll travel to Garda.

On the 23rd (Sun), identify plant and animal life at Punta di San Vigilio, then stroll around Parco Baia delle Sirene, and then explore the activities along Lago di Garda.

To see other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Garda trip planning tool.

You can drive from Arco to Garda in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Garda are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) to allow time to drive 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.

To find ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Venice trip builder.

Traveling by car from Garda to Venice takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. July in Venice sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 22°C at night. You'll set off for Treviso on the 23rd (Sun).

The northern Italy medieval city of Treviso is known worldwide as the home of the Italian dessert tiramisu.

On the 24th (Mon), get to know the fascinating history of Battistero Di San Giovanni and then admire the striking features of Loggia dei Cavalieri.

For traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Treviso trip itinerary planner.

Treviso is just a short distance from Venice. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in July, and nighttime lows around 22°C. You will have some time to spend on the 24th (Mon) before leaving for home.