I am planning a trip to Italy in October of 2023 for 2 weeks. We will be flying into MIlan and I have put together this itinerary so far. This will probably be our only extended vacation in Italy so I am trying to hit a number of areas. We have been to Venice and Rome previously. There will be 4 of us (my wife and 2 adult daughters).
October 1 Arrive in Milan and get settled
October 2 See sights in Milan
Octover 3 Travel to Lake Como area
October 4 See sights in Lake Como area
October 5 Travel to Cinque Terre
October 6 See towns in Cinque Terre
October 7 Trravel to Florence
Octobe 8 See sights in Florence area
October 9 See sights in Florence area
October 10 Travel to Amalfi coast to Praiano
October 11 See sights Amalfi coast area
October 12 See sight amalfi coast area
October 13 Travel to Naples
October 14 Fly out from Naples to home
I am thinking of renting a car in Milan and dropping it off in Naples or Rome on the way to Amalfi Coast to avoid driving (and expensive parking) in that area. What does everyone think of this itinerary?
A few things I am pondering:
- Shouid I rent a car or should we use public transportation for this trip
- Should I drop off the rental before going to Amalfi Coast
- Do I have too many destinations on my itinerary
- Are there other destinations in Italy I should consider
- Is Cinque Terre too similar to Amalfi coast and I should skip it and adjust my itinerary
- Is there enough time allocated to each of our destinations
I appreciate any comments, critiques, and suggestions. The only thing set in stone is flying into Milan as we booked the tickets because of price a while back. I am also looking for any suggestions on sites that we should not miss in any of these destinations.
Thanks!