14 days in Asia & Europe Itinerary

The tiny but densely populated city of Male represents a contrast to the laid-back beach resorts found in much of the rest of the Maldives.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Mon): hunt for treasures at Male Fish Market, identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, then admire the striking features of Hukuru Miskiiy (Old Friday Mosque), and finally stop by M Souvenirs. On the 8th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Grand Friday Mosque, then walk around Sultan Park, and then soothe aching muscles at Veli Spa at Kurumba Maldives.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Male trip itinerary planner.

Tunis, Tunisia to Male is an approximately 22-hour combination of car and flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Tunis to Male is 4 hours. When traveling from Tunis in August, plan for a bit cooler days in Male, with highs around 36°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 30°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) early enough to travel to Kyoto.

The national capital for over a thousand years, Kyoto retains much of the charm of old Japan, boasting numerous temples and shrines that seem completely untouched by the modern world.

On the 10th (Thu), take in the spiritual surroundings of Ryoanji Temple, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Kinkaku-ji, then make a trip to Nijo Castle, and finally steep yourself in history at Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: hunt for treasures at Nishiki Market Shopping District, then steep yourself in history at Sanjusangendo Temple, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kiyomizu-dera Temple.

To find out how to plan a trip to Kyoto, use our trip itinerary maker.

You can do a combination of ferry and flight from Male to Kyoto in 14.5 hours. Traveling from Male to Kyoto, you'll lose 4 hours due to the time zone difference. In August, daytime highs in Kyoto are 39°C, while nighttime lows are 29°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Tokyo.

Tokyo holds the status of most populous metropolitan area in the world--a fact you'll find tangible as you walk the bustling streets and explore its diverse neighborhoods and cultures.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Sat): cast your line with Tokyo Japan Fishing Guide, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Senso-ji Temple, and then get a taste of the local shopping with Ginza. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: enjoy the sand and surf at Odaiba Kaihin Koen (Odaiba Seaside Park) and then stop by Odaiba District.

To see more things to do, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Tokyo trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Kyoto to Tokyo takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. August in Tokyo sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 28°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Istanbul.

A physical and cultural bridge between Europe and Asia, the transcontinental city of Istanbul serves as a living reminder of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Hagia Sophia Mosque and Sultan Ahmed Mosque. Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are good opportunities to explore the local culture. There's lots more to do: hunt for treasures at Kapali Carsi, steep yourself in history at Zeyrek Mosque, take in the spiritual surroundings of Suleymaniye Cami , and admire the landmark architecture of Eyüp Sultan Mosque.

To find where to stay, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Istanbul holiday website.

Traveling by flight from Tokyo to Istanbul takes 15.5 hours. Traveling from Tokyo to Istanbul, you'll gain 6 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Tokyo in August, Istanbul is little chillier at night with lows of 25°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Mecca.

The city of Mecca boasts the statues of the holiest site in Islam, and represents the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad and therefore the religion itself.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Thu): admire the landmark architecture of Kaaba.

To find photos, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Mecca driving holiday planning tool.

Fly from Istanbul to Mecca in 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and ferry. Traveling from Istanbul in August, you will find days in Mecca are much warmer (50°C), and nights are somewhat warmer (36°C). On the 18th (Fri), you'll travel back home.