8 days in Southern Italy, Sicily & Rome Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Sun): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Duomo di Ravello, steep yourself in history at Villa Rufolo, then admire the natural beauty at Villa Cimbrone Gardens, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Spiaggia di castiglione. On the next day, take in the spiritual surroundings of Duomo di Sant'Andrea, Head underground at Cave of Smeraldo, then cool off at Fornillo, and finally head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, read our Amalfi trip itinerary planner.

New York City, USA to Amalfi is an approximately 12-hour flight. You'll lose 6 hours traveling from New York City to Amalfi due to the time zone difference. July in Amalfi sees daily highs of 84°F and lows of 77°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Mon) so you can go by car to Pompeii.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Tue): don't miss a visit to Terme del Foro, don't miss a visit to Forum Baths, delve into the distant past at Forum, then steep yourself in history at Villa dei Misteri, then delve into the distant past at Pompeii Archaeological Park, and finally steep yourself in history at Lupanar.

To find traveler tips, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Pompeii itinerary planning site.

You can drive from Amalfi to Pompeii in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit cooler evenings in Pompeii when traveling from Amalfi in July, with lows around 70°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Lampedusa.

On the 6th (Wed), take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports and then kick back and relax at La Tabaccara.

To see other places to visit, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Lampedusa holiday builder.

Traveling by flight from Pompeii to Lampedusa takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, ferry, and bus; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Traveling from Pompeii in July, expect nights in Lampedusa to be about the same, around 74°F, while days are little chillier, around 82°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Rome.

Family-friendly places like Colosseum and Trevi Fountain will thrill your kids. The adventure continues: admire the striking features of Pantheon, steep yourself in history at St. Peter's Basilica, admire the masterpieces at Vatican Museums, and make a trip to Spanish Steps.

Before you visit Rome, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

Getting from Lampedusa to Rome by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and bus; or do a combination of ferry, bus, and train. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Lampedusa in July: highs in Rome hover around 89°F, while lows dip to 70°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sat) so you can fly back home.