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The Best of Italy, Cinque Terre, and the Amalfi Coast
13-day independent rail trip: Venice, Florence, Cinque Terre, Rome, Sorrento
13 daysfrom $2,979
31% rail
Railbookers · Independent rail vacation
Railbookers Signature - Lake Como, Cinque Terre, Sorrento, and Rome
Signature Railbookers rail trip through Lake Como, Cinque Terre, Sorrento, Rome
Railbookers operates this 12-day, 11-night independent rail vacation, described by the operator as independent with local guided tours included, that starts in Como and ends in Rome. After a private driver transfer from Milan, three nights in Como include a private half-day tour and a funicular ride to Brunate for views of the lake and the Alps, plus a guided ferry day to Bellagio and Varenna. Trains carry travelers to Cinque Terre for three nights in a private apartment, with a guided day exploring all 5 villages of the national park and an evening wine tasting in an ancient cellar. High-speed trains continue south to Sorrento for three nights, including a guided walking tour, a lemon grove visit, and a small-boat day trip to Capri, before a final train to Rome for two nights and a small group tour of the Roman Forum and Colosseum. It suits travelers who want Italy's lakes, villages, coast, and capital connected by train with local guides handling the details.
What to know before you look closer
- Railbookers lists 22 accommodation options across the cities on this route spanning different tiers, including a private apartment stay in Cinque Terre; the specific hotel or apartment you get depends on the tier you choose.
- The operator's highlights mention a night-time tour of Rome, but the day-by-day itinerary and inclusions list only detail the daytime Roman Forum and Colosseum tour; confirm whether a night tour is included before booking.
- The Blue Grotto visit at Capri is an optional extra, with entrance fees paid locally, not included in the package price.
- The evidence available does not list current departure dates for this package; confirm exact dates with Railbookers before booking.
Day by day
- Day 1overnight: Como
Your Journey Begins in Como
Welcome to Italy! On arrival to the airport in Milan you will be met by your own personal driver, who will drive you to Como for your three-night stay.
- Day 2overnight: Como
Lake Como
Have a leisurely day exploring the beautiful town of Como today with a morning private tour. Discover the layers of history the town has to offer, then take a trip on the funicular up to the hilltop village of Brunate for some amazing views of the lake and the Alps beyond.
- Day 3overnight: Como
Lake Como
Today your guide will meet you and lead you first via public ferry to the pearl of Lake Como - Bellagio. Then its back on the water for a scenic ferry ride to Varenna, located on the eastern shore.
- Day 4railovernight: Cinque Terre
Como to Cinque Terre
Make your way to the station this morning for your short train ride to Milan, then take the train west to the region of Liguria. You will be met on arrival at Manarola by a representative who will lead you to your own apartment.
- Day 5overnight: Cinque Terre
Cinque Terre
Enjoy breakfast at one of the villages local cafes, then meet your guide for the day. They will lead you on a special day exploring the whole of the Cinque Terre National Park, visiting all 5 iconic villages.
- Day 6overnight: Cinque Terre
Cinque Terre
A day of leisure today for your to relax and appreciate life at your own pace. In the evening toast your time in Cinque Terre with a very special wine-tasting in a wonderful, ancient wine cellar in Manarola.
- Day 7railovernight: Sorrento
Cinque Terre to Sorrento
Bid farewell to the Cinque Terre as you take a train south to Rome, then change to a highspeed service to Naples where you will be met by a driver and escorted to your hotel in Sorrento for a three-night stay.
- Day 8overnight: Sorrento
Sorrento
A guide will meet you at your hotel this morning and lead you on a stroll through the historic center of Sorrento. Then it's a short drive to the iconic 'Ill Pizzo' lemon grove overlooking the bay of Naples.
- Day 9overnight: Sorrento
Capri Day Trip
Its back on the sea today, with a wonderful full day boat trip to the enchanting island of Capri. Onboard a boat with a capacity of just 12, cruise around the island and admire the White Grotto, the Green Grotto, and the Faraglioni.
- Day 10railovernight: Rome
Rome
A driver will meet you at your hotel after breakfast and transfer you to Naples station, where you'll board a high-speed train north to Rome. Upon arrival, make your way to your hotel for a two-night stay.
- Day 11overnight: Rome
Rome
Today, you'll enjoy a small group tour of the Roman Forum and Colosseum. Learn about the history of this iconic landmark and discover what life was like for the gladiators who fought here.
- Day 12
Your Journey Ends in Rome
Following breakfast at your hotel, you will be collected and driven to the airport for your flight home.
The moments this trip is built around
- Day 2A funicular ride up to the hilltop village of Brunate for views of Lake Como and the Alps beyond.
- Day 5A full day exploring the Cinque Terre National Park with a guide, visiting all 5 villages.
- Day 6An evening wine tasting in an ancient wine cellar in Manarola.
- Day 9A full-day boat trip to Capri, on a boat with a capacity of just 12, to see the White Grotto, the Green Grotto, and the Faraglioni.
- Day 11A small group tour of the Roman Forum and Colosseum.
Included
- All rail as per the itinerary
- 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Como
- 3 nights in your own private apartment in Cinque Terre
- 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Sorrento
- 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Rome
- Private half-day walking tour in Como
- Private full-day Tour of Lake Como by Public Ferry
- Meet and greet service in Cinque Terre
- Sunset Cruise along the Cinque Terre coastline
- Cinque Terre card
- Tour of Cinque Terre National Park, including vineyards and a ferry ride
- Evening wine tasting in an ancient wine cellar in Cinque Terre
- Shared day trip to Capri
- Private morning lemon tour and tastings in Sorrento
- Small group tour of the Roman Forum and Colosseum
- Transfers from Milan airport to Como, Naples to Sorrento and return, and Rome hotel to airport
Questions travellers ask
- Is the train travel included?
- Yes. Trenitalia trains connect Como (via Milan) to Cinque Terre, Cinque Terre to Rome and on to Naples, and Naples back to Rome; each rail leg is a same-day connection, not an overnight train.
- Is this trip escorted or independent?
- It is described by the operator as independent, with local guided tours included; private and small group tours in Como, Cinque Terre, Sorrento, and Rome are pre-arranged, with free time otherwise.
- Which cities does it visit?
- Como on Lake Como, including Bellagio and Varenna, Cinque Terre, Sorrento with a day trip to Capri, and Rome.
- What hotels are included?
- A choice from 22 named accommodation options across the cities, including hotels in Como and a private apartment stay in Manarola, Cinque Terre.
- What is not included?
- The Blue Grotto visit at Capri is an optional extra, with entrance fees paid locally.
- What is the starting price?
- From $5,809 USD per person.
