8 days in Italy Itinerary

Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Tue): wander the streets of Cannaregio, contemplate the waterfront views at Canal Grande, take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, examine the collection at Museo Ebraico di Venezia, then get to know the fascinating history of Campo del Ghetto, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica of St. Anthony. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the views from Ponte di Rialto, take in panoramic vistas at St Mark's Campanile, steep yourself in history at Ponte dei Sospiri, see the interesting displays at Doge's Palace, then get to know the fascinating history of Piazza San Marco, and finally admire the striking features of Basilica di San Marco.

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Tenerife, Spain to Venice is an approximately 14-hour flight. The time zone changes from Western European Standard Time (WET) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 1 hour difference. In October, Venice is little chillier than Tenerife - with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Rome.

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Colosseum and St. Peter's Basilica. Visit Pantheon and Palatine Hill for their historical value. Get out of town with these interesting Rome side-trips: Tivoli (Villa d'Este & Villa Adriana). There's lots more to do: explore the world behind art at Vatican Museums, admire the local landmark of Trevi Fountain, stroll the grounds of Catacombs of Saint Callixtus, and wander the streets of Trastevere.

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Traveling by flight from Venice to Rome takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. When traveling from Venice in October, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Rome: temperatures range from 26°C by day to 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.