A trip to Italy should allow you to experience the country’s splendid collections of art, architecture, magnificent countryside, historic background and unmatchable cuisine. For those who would like a 10 day economy trip, a focus area should be selected and used as a base camp for exploration.
One such location might be Florence. It is famous for its architecture and museums and is the capital of Tuscany, a historic area full of lush olive groves and vineyards. Both Rome and Venice are within a 3 hours drive of Florence.
You can rent a splendidly furnished one bedroom apartment that can sleep 4, for only $456 for the entire week. Visit airbnb.com to find great bargains for places to stay. When you rent an apartment, you can make your own breakfast and dinner thus saving lots of money on food as well.
After a week’s stay in Florence, you can move on to Rome and see the Colosseum, Vatican and ancient harbor at Ostia. Many archeological tours are available.There are numerous Italy tours in all the major cities. Michelangelo is the most well known 16th century artist. He sculpted the Pieta located in Vatican City, as well as David located in Florence, and one of the most famous sculptures of all time.
There is excellent public transportation for travel in Italy, but travel by car is much faster and rentals are inexpensive, starting at about $43 a day. When you visit Rome, spend a night or two and take a side trip to Pompei. See this frozen moment in time, forever preserving AD 79.
Enjoy this 10 or 11 day excursion for up to four people, through Naples, Tuscany, Venice, Rome and Pompeii. Stay in a completely and stylishly furnished apartment and drive your own rental car for a mere $1100+ airfare.
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