Have You thought about arriving in Rome, but leaving for home from Sicily? In this Sicily itinerary You’ll see the best of Rome, take a scenic day train to Palermo, and drive all around Sicily in 15 days while seeing and visiting all the best places in Sicily, but before that explore Rome by Segway.
Sounds Fun? Then stay a while and look through to get inspired for Your travels in Italy.

Must have on this trip: Good hiking shoes, midi hiking socks, and clothing (layers) – for Etna’s adventure, snorkeling mask, water shoes, sunscreen, hat

Erice, Free municipal consortium of Trapani, Italy

Calatafimi, Free municipal consortium of Trapani, Italy

Cefalù, PA, Italy

Etna, Parco dell'Etna, Adrano, Metropolitan city of Catania, Italy

Taormina, Metropolitan City of Messina, Italy

Syracuse, Free municipal consortium of Syracuse, Italy

Palermo, PA, Italy

Sicily, Italy

Vatican City

Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

Catania, Metropolitan city of Catania, Italy

Agrigento, AG, Italy

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Day 6: Agrigento, Valle dei Templi, Scala dei Turchi

Day 8: Riserva Naturale Cavagrande del Cassibile

Day 12: Milazzo and Reserve of the Lakes of Marinello

Indeed visiting Venice for 5 days can be a dream come true for anyone who loves art, culture, history, and architecture. This Venice itinerary takes You through a labyrinth of canals, bridges, and narrow alleys showing You the best things to do and see in Venice, that will make Venice an unforgettable destination. During Your stay, You’ll explore the famous St. Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace, and the Rialto Bridge. Take a Gondola ride through Venice’s charming canals, and discover the hidden gems of the city such as Scala Contarini del Bovolo. Find the best experiences of Venice both must-dos and non-touristy, and explore some of the Islands such as Burano and others of Your choice. With five days, you’ll have plenty of time to wander the streets, indulge in the local cuisine, and soak up the unique atmosphere of this magical city.

Must have on this trip: Hiking shoes or comfortable walking shoes, mood for exploring Venice by foot.

Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

Burano, Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

Venice Itinerary – 5 Days

In this Lake Como itinerary, you'll explore some amazing non-touristy places around Lake Como, while skipping the Instagram-famous villas you might find there.

Villas are nice and beautiful, but Lake Como has much more to offer, and much of it is free of charge!

This itinerary is all about enjoying the natural gems around Lake Como and discovering charming spots during your stay. From the small and beautiful Lago di Endine and the stunning Lago di Iseo to breathtaking waterfalls and amazing views of the Swiss Alps, you'll be surrounded by stunning Alpine scenery wherever you go.

You'll finish off this itinerary by enjoying breathtaking views of Lake Como from above.

When on vacation always remember: Travel and exploration are all about the joy of discovery. So, always leave room for the unexpected on your journeys and remember – Leave No Trace Principles. You never know what delightful surprises await you!

Menaggio, Province of Como, Italy

Paradiso, Switzerland

Bellagio, Province of Como, Italy

Domaso, Province of Como, Italy

Italy

Lecco, Province of Lecco, Italy

Switzerland

Lake Endine, Province of Bergamo, Italy

Como, Province of Como, Italy

Lake Iseo, Italy

Lake Como, Italy

Bellano, Province of Lecco, Italy

Chiavenna, Province of Sondrio, Italy

Varenna, Province of Lecco, Italy

Lugano, Switzerland

Non-Touristy Lake Como Itinerary For 5 Days

To avoid the neverending crowds, here is a list of the best 12 things to do in Venice that will allow you to uncover the authentic side of the city, because a lot of visitors who are new to this city often find themselves spending a greater amount of time navigating through crowds rather than discovering the real Venice.

Authentic Venice refers to the true essence of the city, its rich history, and its unique culture that has been preserved for centuries. It is characterized by the charming, narrow streets and canals that wind through the city, the stunning architecture of its buildings, the traditional Venetian cuisine, and the local customs and way of life. Authentic Venice is a place where visitors can immerse themselves in the genuine atmosphere of the city and experience its true character.

During your visit to Venice, it’s essential to explore the popular tourist attractions such as St. Mark’s Square and St. Mark’s Basilica, as well as take a gondola tour through the enchanting canals. However, by exploring the non-touristy activities listed below, you may discover some hidden gems in Venice that you were previously unaware of and avoid the large tourist crowds.

Best 12 Non-touristy things to do in Venice

Colosseum

Palatine Hill

Castel Sant'Angelo

Piazza Navona

Spanish Steps

Fontana della Barcaccia

Sacrario delle bandiere

Trevi Fountain

Temple of Segesta

Castle of Balio

Castello di Venere

Torretta Pepoli

Porta Trapani

Porta Carmine

Church of San Giuliano

Chiesa di San Martino

Temple of Apollo

Fontana di Diana

Cefalù Cathedral

Molo di Cefalú

Lavatoio Medievale Fiume Cefalino - Cefalù (pa)

Cattedrale di Palermo

Quattro Canti

Fontana Pretoria

Massimo Theater

Cattedrale di Monreale

Curia Arcivescovile

Piazza Guglielmo II

Chiostro Benedettino

Way to The beach next to Scala dei Turchi

Scala dei Turchi 

Garden of Balio

Saline of the Laguna Marsala

Valley of the Temples

Neapolis Archaeological Park

Catacombe di San Giovanni

Trail to Spiaggia Massolivieri

Spiaggia Massolivieri

Cavagrande del Cassibile - Scala Cruci - Trailhead to Laghetti Cavagrande

Gole dell'Alcantara - Ingresso comunale - community entrance to Gole dell'Alcantara

Trailhead to Laghetti Marinello

Rocca di Cefalù - Trailhead to Castello di Cefalu

Panoramic view of Avola

Viewpoint of streams in Gorge of Alcantara riiver

Capo Milazzo

Bastione di Capo Marchiafava

Border between Palermo and Monreale

Punto panoramico Monreale

Waterfall

Pool of Venus

Isola Bella

Community Stairs to Spiaggia Kafara

Mondello Beach

rocky beach Mondello

Rome

Erice

Taormina

Cefalù

Palermo

Monreale

Pasticceria Maria Grammatico

Pizzeria Art Libri Totó

Mercato di Ballarò

Fattore Gelato Roma

Cannolí

Parking Monreale Duomo

Etnaland

Parcheggio Coco

Biglietteria comunale gole Alcantara - ticket kiosk

Marcantonio Home Rome

piccolo sole d'oro appartamenti

B&B Le Chiavi


B&B Anita

Casa vacanze Dea del mare

Enjoy Etna

Assabinirica


Daysin Apartment

Acqua di Mare

Piazza di Spagna

Theater of Segesta

Mount Etna: Guided Volcano Summit Hiking Tour with Cable Car

Rifugio Sapienza

Fountain of Diana

Piazza Quattro Canti

Stair of the Turks

SEI - Saline Ettore e Infersa

- Varco 34 Plemmirio

Gole dell'Alcantara - Ingresso comunale

Castello di Cefalù

Parcheggio Coco - best paid parking for visiting Cefalu

Viale Conte Pepoli, 7

Via Giuseppe Garibaldi, 177

Via Sarro Civita, 52

Contrada oliveto

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