4 days in Northwest Italy Itinerary

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

Start off your visit on the 16th (Sun): ponder the design of Trevi Fountain, admire the landmark architecture of Pantheon, then get to know the fascinating history of Piazza Navona, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Peter's Basilica, and finally delve into the distant past at Colosseum.

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Toronto, Canada to Rome is an approximately 13-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and flight; or do a combination of bus and flight. Traveling from Toronto to Rome, you'll lose 6 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Toronto in September, you will find days in Rome are somewhat warmer (32°C), and nights are about the same (18°C). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can catch the train to Florence.

Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Mon): examine the collection at Galleria dell'Accademia, take an in-depth tour of Basilica di Santa Croce, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo.

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Getting from Rome to Florence by train takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or fly. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in September, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) to allow time to take a train to Venice.

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.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Tue): explore the galleries of Doge's Palace, then get to know the fascinating history of St. Mark's Square, then snap pictures at Ponte di Rialto, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Canal Grande.

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You can take a train from Florence to Venice in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In September, daily temperatures in Venice can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) to allow time to travel back home.