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Venice, Florence, and Rome from Milan

Nine-day rail loop from Milan through Venice, Florence and Rome

Illustration of Venice, Florence, and Rome from Milan

Railbookers runs this nine-day, eight-night independent rail vacation through four Italian cities, starting and ending in Milan. On day one in Milan, a Hop-on, Hop-off pass covers a first look at the Duomo and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. From there, Trenitalia trains carry you to Venice, Florence, and Rome for two nights each, with a rail return to Milan before the trip ends. Venice, Florence, and Rome each pair a check-in afternoon with a small-group walking tour the next morning: the Doge's Palace and Golden Basilica in Venice, the Accademia Gallery and Michelangelo's David in Florence, and the Colosseum and Roman Forum in Rome. Outside those guided mornings, you set your own schedule for meals and sightseeing. Because the itinerary mixes a few structured half-days with open time, and you carry your own luggage between hotels and stations on each transfer, it suits independent-minded travellers who want some guidance on the major sights without being tied to a group for the whole day.

What to know before you look closer

  • The Milan hotel is one of three options (Starhotels Anderson Milan, Hilton Milan, or Crowne Plaza Milan City) and the Venice hotel is one of two (Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli and Gran Canal or Hotel Metropole Venice), so confirm which is included in your booking.
  • No current departure dates are listed for this package; confirm availability and exact scheduling with Railbookers before booking.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Milan

    Your Journey Begins in Milan

    Welcome to Milan! Check into your centrally located hotel and get ready for an afternoon of exploring using the Hop-on, Hop-off sightseeing pass. Stroll to the Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano) and the nearby Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Venice

    Milan to Venice

    Following breakfast, make your way to the station for a direct train to Venice Santa Lucia station. On arrival, check-in at your hotel for a two-night stay.

  3. Day 3overnight: Venice

    Venice

    This morning, make your way to St Mark's Square for the start of your small group tour to the Doge's Palace and the Golden Basilica, followed by a guided walking tour through the quieter lanes and alleys.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Florence

    Venice to Florence

    Following breakfast, embark on your next train to Florence. Make your way to your hotel and check-in for a two-night stay.

  5. Day 5overnight: Florence

    Florence

    After breakfast, make your way to your walking tour and visit the world-famous Accademia gallery, home to Michelangelo's David.

  6. Day 6railovernight: Rome

    Florence to Rome

    Following breakfast, embark on your final train adventure to Rome. Make your way to your hotel and check-in for a two-night stay.

  7. Day 7overnight: Rome

    Rome

    After breakfast, make your way over to the Colosseum for a guided tour of the famous amphitheater, then walk around the Roman Forum.

  8. Day 8railovernight: Milan

    Rome to Milan

    Enjoy a final breakfast in the ancient capital this morning before embarking on a train north, back to Milan for an overnight stop.

  9. Day 9

    Your Journey Ends in Milan

    Check out of your hotel after breakfast this morning and continue with your travels.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1A Hop-on, Hop-off sightseeing pass covers a first look at the Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano) and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.
  • Day 3A small-group tour visits the Doge's Palace and the Golden Basilica at St Mark's Square, followed by a walk through Venice's quieter lanes.
  • Day 5A walking tour stops at the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's David.
  • Day 7A guided tour of the Colosseum is followed by a walk around the Roman Forum.

Included

  • Rail travel as per itinerary
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Milan
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Venice
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Florence
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Rome
  • Hop-on, Hop-off sightseeing tour in Milan
  • Small-group walking tour of Venice with the Doge's Palace and Golden Basilica
  • Small-group walking tour of Florence with the Accademia Gallery
  • Hop-on, Hop-off sightseeing tour in Rome
  • Small-group walking tour of Rome with the Roman Forum and Colosseum

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. Railbookers includes rail travel by Trenitalia between Milan, Venice, Florence, and Rome, as listed in the itinerary.
Is this trip escorted or independent?
It is an independent, self-guided rail vacation. You travel between cities on your own; small-group walking tours are included once you arrive in each city.
Which hotels are included?
Options include Starhotels Anderson Milan, Hilton Milan, or Crowne Plaza Milan City in Milan; Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli and Gran Canal or Hotel Metropole Venice in Venice; the Anglo American Hotel Florence, Curio Collection by Hilton, in Florence; and the Kolbe Hotel Rome in Rome.
How long is the trip?
Nine days and eight nights, starting and ending in Milan.
How much walking is involved?
The trip includes a Hop-on, Hop-off sightseeing pass in Milan and Rome plus guided walking tours in Venice, Florence, and Rome, so expect regular city walking and handling your own luggage between hotels and stations.

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