Road Trip Itineraries Starting From Bologna

Your adventure begins the moment you rent a campervan in Bologna. Here are a few tour suggestions to ignite your imagination and guide you through the splendours of Italy.
🍝 The Food Valley Tour (approx. 200 km, 3-4 days)
Perfect for food lovers, this tour takes you through the heart of Italy's culinary capital region, Emilia-Romagna.
Day 1: Bologna to Modena. After picking up your motorhome, take a short drive to Modena. Find a local campsite or 'agricamping' and head into the city. In the afternoon, visit a traditional 'acetaia' to see how true balsamic vinegar is made.
Day 2: Modena to Parma. Today is all about cheese! Drive towards Parma and stop at a 'caseificio' for a tour and tasting of authentic Parmigiano Reggiano. Spend the evening exploring the elegant streets of Parma.
Day 3: Parma and its Prosciutto. Discover the secrets of Prosciutto di Parma with a visit to a ham producer in the hills around Langhirano. Enjoy a final celebratory meal before starting your leisurely drive back towards Bologna.
🏖️ Adriatic Coast & Renaissance Gems (approx. 350 km, 4-5 days)
This tour combines world-class art, ancient history, and relaxing beach time. An ideal trip after your camper hire in Bologna.
Day 1: Bologna to Ravenna. Head east to the ancient city of Ravenna. Park your camper and spend the day marvelling at the breathtaking 5th and 6th-century mosaics, a designated UNESCO World Heritage site.
Day 2: Ravenna to Rimini. Drive down the coast to Rimini, one of Italy's most famous beach resorts. Find a seaside campsite, relax on the sand, and enjoy the lively atmosphere.
Day 3: A Trip to San Marino. Take a day trip to the independent Republic of San Marino. The drive up Monte Titano is spectacular, and the views from the medieval fortresses are unforgettable.
Day 4: Rimini to Urbino. Head inland to the stunning hilltop town of Urbino, the birthplace of Raphael and a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture. Wander its steep, cobbled streets and visit the Ducal Palace.
Day 5: Urbino to Bologna. Enjoy a scenic drive back through the rolling hills of the Marche and Emilia-Romagna regions to conclude your trip.
🍷 Tuscan Hills Adventure (approx. 400 km, 5-7 days)
For those who dream of cypress-lined roads and rolling vineyards, this tour from Bologna into the heart of Tuscany is a must.
Day 1-2: Bologna to Florence. Drive south into Tuscany and find a campsite on the outskirts of Florence (like Camping Michelangelo). Use public transport to explore the city's incredible art and architecture over two days.
Day 3: The Chianti Road. Leave Florence behind and take the scenic SR222, the 'Chiantigiana' road, towards Siena. Stop at wineries along the way for tastings and enjoy the iconic Tuscan landscape.
Day 4: Siena & San Gimignano. Explore the magnificent medieval city of Siena and its shell-shaped Piazza del Campo. Afterwards, visit the nearby 'city of beautiful towers', San Gimignano.
Day 5-6: Relax and Return. Spend a day relaxing at an 'agriturismo' campsite, enjoying the local food and wine. Begin your journey back towards Bologna on day six, perhaps taking a scenic route through the Apennine Mountains.