My friend and I are going to Italy from May 18 to June 2 (14 nights). We don't usually plan a trip like this with such short notice, but the opportunity presented itself. We are flying in and out of Rome. I have booked lodging in the first three destinations:
Rome 3 nights
Florence 3 nights
Gaiole en Chianti - agriturismo/4 nights (near Siena)
We will pick up a rental car at the airport in Florence for the drive to Gaiole en Chianti. The drive is just a little over an hour. My dilemma is where to go from there. We have four more nights we haven't planned for yet. Does anyone have any suggestions? I have not been to the Abruzzo region. Which towns in that region would you recommend? Depending on where we decide to go will determine if we keep the car or drop it off before leaving Gaiole en Chianti.
While we love museums, history, tours, etc., I think for these last four days, we just want a place to wander, relax and explore - no museum tickets or strict schedules. Thank you much for your input! Everyone on this site is so helpful.