| Time | Location & Activity | Extra stops & notes | Must‑try food & drink | Image | Ticket |
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| 17:00–18:30 | Villa Borghese Park – relaxing walk in Rome’s largest park. | Walk to Terrazza Viale del Belvedere to enjoy a panoramic view over Rome’s historic centre. Rent a rowboat on the pond near the Temple of Aesculapius, a neoclassical temple dedicated to the god of healing; paddling across the lake gives a tranquil perspective and views of the temple’s reflection. | Pick up a gelato from a nearby kiosk and look for Roman classics like cacio e pepe (spaghetti tossed with Pecorino Romano and black pepper; the creamy sauce forms when pasta water is mixed with cheese) or pasta alla carbonara (guanciale, pecorino, eggs and pepper – traditional recipes never use cream). | | Free |
| 19:00–20:30 | Pantheon & Piazza Navona – evening stroll through the illuminated square. | Visit the Pantheon’s portico and look up at its massive granite columns and domed interior; then wander to Piazza Navona to enjoy its fountains. | Nearby trattorias serve Roman pasta dishes such as amatriciana (guanciale, tomato, red pepper and pecorino). Pair dinner with a glass of local red wine. | | Free |
| 20:30–21:00 (optional) | Spanish Steps – short nighttime walk if you have energy. | Admire the Barcaccia fountain at the base and the view of Via Condotti. | Grab a scoop of tiramisù gelato or enjoy an after‑dinner espresso. | | Free |
| Time | Location & Activity | Extra stops & notes | Must‑try food & drink | Image | Ticket |
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| 09:30–11:00 | Colosseum (exterior) – iconic amphitheatre. | The Colosseum is the largest amphitheatre of the Roman Empire. Its elliptical structure (167 × 137 m) comprises 80 radial walls of travertine; more than 750 000 tons of stone and marble were used. A standard ticket allows access to the ground and first floors and parts of the underground. Stroll around the exterior and view the archways. | After your visit, stop at a nearby café to sample supplì (fried rice balls) or a slice of pizza al taglio. | | €0 (exterior; ticket €18 incl. Forum & Palatine) |
| 11:00–12:00 | Capitoline Hill Terrace – panoramic view of the Roman Forum. | Walk up Michelangelo’s staircase to Piazza del Campidoglio. From the terrace behind the museums you’ll get one of the best views of the Roman Forum and Colosseum. | Snack on maritozzo (sweet cream‑filled bun) or enjoy a cappuccino. | | Free |
| 17:30–18:30 | Trevi Fountain – evening visit. | Join the tradition of tossing a coin over your left shoulder into
the fountain to ensure a return to Rome; coins are collected and donated
to the Catholic charity Caritas for food banks and welfare
projects. Capture photos when the fountain
is lit at night. The Trevi Fountain is called the ‘Fountain of Happiness’ in Taiwanese blogs: throwing one coin ensures your return to Rome, two coins bring new love or success, and three coins promise marriage or an amicable separation. |
Try a crema al caffè (frozen espresso cream) or pick up gelato from a nearby gelateria. | | Free |
| 18:30–19:30 (optional) | Trastevere neighbourhood – lively evening walk. | Wander the cobbled streets toward Piazza di Santa Maria in Trastevere. The square is dominated by the basilica considered one of Rome’s oldest churches (founded in the 3rd century) and features a Romanesque bell tower and 12th‑century mosaics; the fountain in the centre was restored by Bernini. | In this neighbourhood, look for street food such as porchetta sandwiches or supplì. Enjoy an Aperol spritz before dinner. | | Free |
| Time | Location & Activity | Extra stops & notes | Must‑try food & drink | Image | Ticket |
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| 09:00–12:00 | Scenic drive to Val d’Orcia (Rome → Pienza) | Enjoy the rolling hills on the way to Tuscany. Stop at a roadside agriturismo to taste olive oil and wine from the Orcia wine trail, which is known for pecorino from Pienza, chestnuts and mushrooms from Monte Amiata, truffles from Crete Senesi, Cinta Senese pork and saffron. | Sample pici (hand‑rolled thick spaghetti) with sauces like tomato‑garlic (pici all’aglione) or breadcrumbs fried in olive oil. Try pappardelle al cinghiale (wild boar ragù) or steaks made from Chianina beef. |  | Free |
| 13:00–14:30 | Pienza Old Town – leisurely walk. | Pienza is the “capital” of Val d’Orcia and is famous for its pecorino cheese made from sheep grazing on aromatic grasses. Stroll along Corso Rossellino and the outermost street for views over the valley; wander romantic lanes like Via del Bacio and Via dell’Amore. Visit a cheese shop to sample aged and fresh pecorino. | Order a board of pecorino cheeses with honey and walnuts. Enjoy local wines such as Orcia DOC (made from Sangiovese and Trebbiano grapes) and extra‑virgin olive oil characterised by a fruity aroma and slight spiciness. | | Free |
| 17:30–18:30 | Madonna di Vitaleta chapel – Val d’Orcia. | Drive to this small stone chapel set among cypress trees for sunset photos. | Bring a picnic of Tuscan salami, pecorino and fresh bread (Tuscan bread is traditionally unsalted). | | Free |
| 18:30–19:30 | Agriturismo stay – relax in the countryside. | Check into an agriturismo with views over Val d’Orcia. Enjoy the peaceful sunset. | Dinner could include crostini with tomato and olive oil, ribollita (Tuscan bread soup) or panzanella (stale bread salad). Pair with local wine. | | Varies |
| Time | Location & Activity | Extra stops & notes | Must‑try food & drink | Image | Ticket |
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| 09:30–11:00 | Bagno Vignoni – thermal spring square. | The small village’s main square is unique: a 49 × 29 m pool filled with hot‑spring water built over the original source. Hot springs were used since Etruscan and Roman times and famous visitors like Pope Pius II came here. Channels carry water to the Parco dei Mulini where travellers can soak in free pools. | Warm up with herbal tea or sample cantuccini biscuits. Look for shops selling bruschetta topped with olive oil and tomatoes. | | Free |
| 11:30–13:00 (optional) | Montepulciano Old Town – hill town stroll. | Montepulciano’s medieval streets have some slopes but reward you with views from Piazza Grande. Browse wine shops for Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. | Enjoy pici pasta with ragù or Cinta Senese pork dishes. Try a glass of Vino Nobile with aged pecorino. | | Free |
| 16:00–18:00 | Scenic wine road drive – exploring Val d’Orcia. | Drive the winding roads among vineyards and cypress‑lined hills. Stop at a winery for tastings. | Sample bruschetta with new olive oil and a flight of wines. | | Free |
| Time | Location & Activity | Extra stops & notes | Must‑try food & drink | Image | Ticket |
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| 15:00–16:30 | Duomo exterior & Piazza del Duomo. | Admire the marble façade of Florence Cathedral and the Baptistery. Skip the dome climb but circle the piazza to view the cathedral from different angles. | For lunch, try lampredotto – a street‑food sandwich of the cow’s fourth stomach slow‑cooked in broth with tomatoes and served in a bun with salsa verde; it’s sold at tripe stalls and considered a living tradition. |  | €0 (passes €15–30) |
| 16:30–17:30 | Ponte Vecchio – iconic bridge over the Arno. | Explore the jeweller’s shops on the bridge and look up at the Vasari Corridor. | Grab a gelato from a nearby shop or taste schiacciata fiorentina (sweet Carnival cake) or zuccotto (ricotta‑filled dome cake). | | Free |
| 18:00–19:00 | Piazzale Michelangelo – sunset view. | Take a taxi to the hilltop piazza for sweeping views of the Florence
skyline, the Arno and distant hills. Taiwanese travel writers recommend catching bus #12 or #13 (€1.5 per ride) to reach Piazzale Michelangelo; visit at sunset or after dark for spectacular views of the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria and Santa Croce. |
Have an aperitivo here or later enjoy bistecca alla Fiorentina (2‑inch‑thick T‑bone steak grilled over a lively flame and salted at the end). Also try peposo alla fiorentina (slow‑cooked beef stew with wine, garlic and pepper). | | Free |
| Time | Location & Activity | Extra stops & notes | Must‑try food & drink | Image | Ticket |
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| 09:30–11:00 | Oltrarno District – artisan street walk. | Stroll via dei Serragli and via Romana to visit craft workshops and antique shops. Relax in cafés away from the crowds. | Snack on fagioli all’uccelletto (beans stewed with tomato and sage) or piselli alla fiorentina (peas cooked with pancetta, garlic and olive oil). | | Free |
| 11:00–12:30 (optional) | Piazza della Signoria – sculpture square. | Admire the copy of Michelangelo’s David and the Loggia dei Lanzi’s sculptures. | Sip a cappuccino; for lunch, try trippa alla fiorentina or another lampredotto sandwich. | | Free |
| 15:00–16:30 (optional) | Boboli Garden – formal garden behind Palazzo Pitti. | Explore fountains, statues and grottos. | Bring a picnic with Tuscan salumi and pecorino. | | €10 (day-of) |
| Time | Location & Activity | Extra stops & notes | Must‑try food & drink | Image | Ticket |
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| 10:00–12:00 | Transfer to Venice – Tronchetto car park → vaporetto to Venice Island. | Park at Tronchetto and ride the People Mover to Piazzale Roma. Purchase a 24‑h vaporetto pass to easily hop on and off. | For the boat ride, pick up tramezzini (soft triangular sandwiches) and bussolai (rich butter biscuits shaped like rings or “S” – originally made for Burano fishermen). |  | €1.5 (People Mover) + €25 (24h vaporetto) |
| 16:30–17:30 | Grand Canal – scenic vaporetto ride on Line 1. | Sit outside to view palaces, churches and bridges. Look for the Rialto Bridge and Ca’ d’Oro. | In the evening, head to a bacaro (wine bar) for cicchetti – small bites such as meatballs, cold meats on bread, fried arancini or crostini with seafood. Sip a Venetian Spritz (Prosecco, soda water and bitter liqueur). | | €9.5 (single) / €25 (pass) |
| 18:00–19:00 | Cannaregio Canals – quiet neighbourhood walk. | Explore narrow canals and discover local life away from crowds. | Try sarde in saor (marinated sardines with onions, raisins and pine nuts) or baccalà mantecato (creamy dried cod spread). | | Free |
| 19:00–20:00 (optional) | Rialto Area – evening market & bridge stroll. | Browse the produce stalls and cross the historic bridge. | Enjoy bigoli in salsa (whole‑wheat pasta with onion and anchovy sauce) or risotto al nero di seppia (black squid‑ink risotto with briny flavour). | | Free |
| Time | Location & Activity | Extra stops & notes | Must‑try food & drink | Image | Ticket |
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| 08:30–09:30 | St Mark’s Square – early visit. | Arrive before the crowds to see St Mark’s Basilica exterior and the Campanile. | Grab a cappuccino and a pastry; later treat yourself to fegato alla veneziana (calf liver with onions served on polenta). | | Free |
| 11:00–13:00 | Dorsoduro & Zattere – waterfront promenade. | Walk along the wide, flat promenade of the Zattere with views over the Giudecca Canal. Visit Punta della Dogana art museum. | For lunch, try risi e bisi (rice and peas cooked with pancetta and pea‑shell broth) or more cicchetti. | | Free |
| 15:00–17:00 (optional) | Burano Island – colourful fishing island. | Take a vaporetto (weather permitting) to wander among brightly painted houses. | Taste bussolai biscuits (also called esse di Burano). | | Included in pass |
| 15:00–16:30 (alternative) | San Polo Canals – smaller quiet canals if you skip Burano. | Enjoy a relaxed walk through less touristy neighbourhoods. | Sample tiramisu, a Venetian‑invented dessert made of coffee‑soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cream. | | Included in pass |
| Time | Location & Activity | Extra stops & notes | Must‑try food & drink | Image | Ticket |
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| 16:00–17:00 | Duomo di Milano (exterior) – short visit. | Walk around Piazza del Duomo to admire the Gothic cathedral’s spires and façades. | Try risotto alla Milanese – rice toasted with onion and beef stock, finished with saffron, butter and Parmesan. The dish has a golden colour thanks to saffron and is served soft and slightly runny. Legend says saffron was first used in the rice in 1574 when a painter coloured his risotto with the spice. | | €0 (passes €15–30) |
| 17:00–18:30 | Navigli Canal District – sunset walk. | Stroll along the Naviglio Grande and Naviglio Pavese canals. Enjoy the evening light and browse art studios. | Stop for an aperitivo. Order ossobuco – veal shin with marrow cooked gently and served on saffron risotto; it’s garnished with gremolada (lemon peel, garlic, anchovy and parsley) and sometimes served with peas, carrots or polenta. Pair with Lombard wines. | | Free |
| 18:30–19:30 (optional) | Sforza Castle courtyard. | Walk through the open courtyard of this 15th‑century castle and see the fountain. | Nearby restaurants offer cotoletta alla Milanese (breaded veal cutlet). For dessert, enjoy a slice of panettone (sweet bread with candied fruit). | | Free |