5 Stunning Road Trips in Italy
From Tuscany’s vineyards to Sicily’s coasts, experience culture, wine, and breathtaking views.
Italy isn’t just a country; it’s an open-air masterpiece, where every curve of the road reveals a story. While the Amalfi Coast is iconic, Italy’s less-traveled routes offer equally breathtaking views, unforgettable meals, and authentic encounters. Let’s explore five road trips that take you deep into the heart of Italian culture, gastronomy, and scenery.
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1. Sicily’s coastal wonders: from Palermo to the Aeolian islands
Begin in Palermo, where baroque palazzos and lively markets set the tone for your Sicilian journey. Taste local cannoli and explore ancient churches before heading west to the golden sands of Scopello Beach. Further south, wander the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, a mesmerizing UNESCO site. As you make your way east, stop in Ragusa and Noto, towns famed for their baroque architecture and rich culinary heritage. Finish with a boat ride to the Aeolian Islands, a serene paradise of volcanic cliffs, crystal waters, and boutique vineyards.
Begin in Palermo, where baroque palazzos and lively markets set the tone for your Sicilian journey. Taste local cannoli and explore ancient churches before heading west to the golden sands of Scopello Beach. Further south, wander the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, a mesmerizing UNESCO site. As you make your way east, stop in Ragusa and Noto, towns famed for their baroque architecture and rich culinary heritage. Finish with a boat ride to the Aeolian Islands, a serene paradise of volcanic cliffs, crystal waters, and boutique vineyards.
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2. From Lausanne to Milan: through Alps and lakes
Starting in Lausanne, Switzerland, this route zigzags through the Alps, with stops in the Chexbres wine region and the serene shores of Lake Maggiore. In Italy, visit the medieval hamlet of Ricetto di Candelo, where cobblestone streets and family-run trattorias create timeless charm. End in Milan’s artistic Brera District, savoring an aperitivo as the city glows in hues of orange and red.
Starting in Lausanne, Switzerland, this route zigzags through the Alps, with stops in the Chexbres wine region and the serene shores of Lake Maggiore. In Italy, visit the medieval hamlet of Ricetto di Candelo, where cobblestone streets and family-run trattorias create timeless charm. End in Milan’s artistic Brera District, savoring an aperitivo as the city glows in hues of orange and red.
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3. Tuscany’s timeless wine roads
Tuscany’s beauty unfolds in a figure-eight loop through Florence, Siena, and hidden villages where time stands still. Sip Chianti at hillside wineries, explore walled cities like San Gimignano, and hunt for truffles at the Tenuta Torciano Winery. Every mile offers Renaissance art, sprawling vineyards, and sunlit olive groves—Italy at its most iconic.
Tuscany’s beauty unfolds in a figure-eight loop through Florence, Siena, and hidden villages where time stands still. Sip Chianti at hillside wineries, explore walled cities like San Gimignano, and hunt for truffles at the Tenuta Torciano Winery. Every mile offers Renaissance art, sprawling vineyards, and sunlit olive groves—Italy at its most iconic.
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4. Puglia’s coastal retreats: Bari to Salento
Puglia is a feast for the senses. Start in Bari, and follow the rugged coastline to Salento, where Punta Prosciutto’s white sands invite you for a swim. In Lecce, the "Florence of the South," discover intricate baroque architecture and enjoy cucina povera dishes like orecchiette with turnip greens. End your journey with a sunset drive along the Salento cliffs.
Puglia is a feast for the senses. Start in Bari, and follow the rugged coastline to Salento, where Punta Prosciutto’s white sands invite you for a swim. In Lecce, the "Florence of the South," discover intricate baroque architecture and enjoy cucina povera dishes like orecchiette with turnip greens. End your journey with a sunset drive along the Salento cliffs.
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5. Amalfi coast adventure: Naples to Salerno
Drive the legendary Amalfi Coast for jaw-dropping views and culinary treasures. Begin in Naples, the birthplace of pizza, then visit Sorrento, Positano, and Amalfi, where cliffside hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants await. Stop at Pompeii for a walk through history, and savor limoncello made from locally grown lemons.
Drive the legendary Amalfi Coast for jaw-dropping views and culinary treasures. Begin in Naples, the birthplace of pizza, then visit Sorrento, Positano, and Amalfi, where cliffside hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants await. Stop at Pompeii for a walk through history, and savor limoncello made from locally grown lemons.
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