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Venice, Florence, Sorrento, and Rome

Thirteen-day Italy rail trip through Venice, Florence, Sorrento, and Rome

Illustration of Venice, Florence, Sorrento, and Rome

Railbookers runs this 13-day, 12-night independent rail vacation through Venice, Florence, Sorrento, and Rome, with three nights at each stop and small-group tours included throughout. After a tour of the Doge's Palace and Golden Basilica in Venice, a day trip visits the lagoon islands of Murano, Burano, and Torcello. Trains carry you on to Florence, where the Uffizi and Accademia galleries are included alongside a Tuscany day trip with wine tasting. A further train to Naples connects with a private driver for the coastal road to Sorrento, the base for a mini-coach day trip to Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello, and a Pompeii excursion that includes a hike to the rim of Mt Vesuvius's crater. A final train reaches Rome for tours of the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, the Vatican Museums, and the Sistine Chapel. With three-night stays throughout and one guided outing most days, it suits travellers who want a slower, deeper look at four different sides of Italy rather than a fast city-hopping pace.

What to know before you look closer

  • The Amalfi Coast day trip from Sorrento to Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello travels by air-conditioned mini-coach, not by train.
  • No current departure dates are listed for this package; confirm availability directly with Railbookers.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Venice

    Your Journey Begins in Venice

    On arrival, check-in at your hotel for a three-night stay.

  2. Day 2overnight: Venice

    Venice

    Small group tour to the Doge's Palace and Golden Basilica, followed by a guided walking tour through the quieter lanes and alleys.

  3. Day 3overnight: Venice

    Venice

    Tour of the three islands Murano, Burano, and Torcello - explore glass-blowing on Murano, colourful houses on Burano, and the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta on Torcello.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Florence

    Venice to Florence

    Embark on your next train to Florence. Make your way to your hotel and check-in for a three-night stay.

  5. Day 5overnight: Florence

    Florence

    Walking tour visiting the world-famous Uffizi and Accademia galleries, home to Renaissance masterpieces and Michelangelo's David.

  6. Day 6overnight: Florence

    Florence

    Continue exploring Florence's art and architecture (day trip to Tuscany with wine tasting included).

  7. Day 7railovernight: Sorrento

    Florence to Sorrento

    Train from Florence to Naples, where your private driver meets you for a scenic drive along the coast to your Sorrento hotel.

  8. Day 8overnight: Sorrento

    Sorrento

    Travel by air-conditioned mini-coach along the coastal roads to Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello.

  9. Day 9overnight: Sorrento

    Sorrento

    Skip-the-line visit to Pompeii and Mt Vesuvius with a driver-guide, including a hike to the crater's rim.

  10. Day 10railovernight: Rome

    Sorrento to Rome

    Final train adventure to Rome. Make your way to your hotel and check in for a two-night stay.

  11. Day 11overnight: Rome

    Rome

    Guided tour of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum.

  12. Day 12overnight: Rome

    Rome

    Small group tour to Vatican Museums, St Peter's and Sistine Chapel.

  13. Day 13

    Your Journey Ends in Rome

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

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 3A tour of Murano, Burano, and Torcello islands includes glass-blowing on Murano, the colourful houses of Burano, and the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta on Torcello.
  • Day 5A walking tour visits the Uffizi and Accademia galleries in Florence, home to Michelangelo's David.
  • Day 8A mini-coach excursion along the coast visits Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello.
  • Day 9A skip-the-line tour of Pompeii includes a hike to the rim of Mt Vesuvius's crater.
  • Day 12A small-group tour visits the Vatican Museums, St Peter's, and the Sistine Chapel.

Included

  • Rail travel as per itinerary
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Venice
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Florence
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Sorrento
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Rome
  • Small group tour of Venice with the Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica
  • Day trip to Murano, Burano, and Torcello Islands from Venice
  • Small group tour of Florence with the Uffizi and Accademia Galleries
  • Day Trip to Tuscany with wine tasting from Florence
  • Small group tour of Amalfi Coast with Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello
  • Skip-the-line small group tour of Pompeii and Mt Vesuvius
  • Small group tour of Rome with the Roman Forum and Colosseum
  • Small group tour to Vatican Museums, St Peter's and Sistine Chapel
  • Return private transfer from Naples to Sorrento

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes, Trenitalia trains connect Venice, Florence, Naples, and Rome; private transfers cover the legs to and from Sorrento.
Is this trip escorted or independent?
It is independent and self-guided, with small-group tours included at each stop.
What does the Amalfi Coast day trip involve?
A guided small-group tour by air-conditioned mini-coach to Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello.
How much walking or hiking is involved?
City walking tours in Venice, Florence, and Rome, plus a hike to the rim of Mt Vesuvius's crater on the Pompeii excursion from Sorrento.
How long is the trip?
13 days and 12 nights.

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