If you’re studying abroad and thinking about Italy for Spring Break — this is your sign to send it. Italy is one of the few places where you can do everything in 10 days and not feel rushed. Once you’re there, travel between cities is cheap, trains are fast, and there’s no reason to overthink it.
Most people only do Italy once in their life — so pack it in. Here’s how to do it all.
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You don’t need more than a day in Milan — hit the Duomo, walk around the Galleria, and grab an aperitivo. It’s a city to see, not to stay in long.
On Day 2, do a full-day trip to Lake Como. Think boat tours, Bellagio lunches, mountains, and postcard-level views — it’s an unreal day and way more chill than most people expect. Then take the train to Venice that night.
Spend your first full day getting lost in Venice — it’s one of those places where doing nothing actually is the activity. Get a gondola ride (yes, it’s worth it), eat way too much pasta, and watch the sunset over the canals.
The next morning, take a half-day trip out to the Lagoon Islands (Murano, Burano, etc.) before hopping a train to Florence in the afternoon. Quick turnaround, but totally doable.
Florence is where you slow it down just a little. One day in the city to see the Duomo, eat gelato on every corner, and do a pasta-making class with wine.
The next day, take a full-day wine tour through Tuscany — rolling hills, endless vineyards, medieval towns. It’s exactly what your “abroad in Italy” Pinterest board looks like.Bonus tip: Florence is also the easiest place to shop for leather, if you’re trying to bring something home that’s not from Zara.
Rome can get overwhelming fast, so we recommend hitting the big sights quickly (Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, etc.) and saving your energy for a proper evening food tour.
You’ll try everything from truffle and mozzarella to gourmet pizza, handmade pasta, local wine, and authentic gelato — with zero stress about where to eat. It’s the best way to experience Rome without needing four days there.
For your last few days, head south to the coast — but skip the chaos of Positano and stay in Sorrento. It’s cheaper, easier to reach, and the best base for boat days.
One day: Private boat to Capri — Blue Grotto, Faraglioni, Prosecco, swimming, and a few hours to explore the island.
Next day: Half-day boat ride to Positano — cliff jumping, squid fishing, sunbathing, and exploring the town before heading back.
It’s the perfect way to end your trip actually relaxing.
Final Take
This is the kind of trip you look back on and say, “I really did that.” You hit the cities, the coast, the food, and the wine — without wasting time or overspending. Once you’re in Italy, everything becomes easy.
And if you’re only going once, you might as well do it right.
