18 days in Europe Itinerary

Continuously inhabited since the Neolithic period, Killarney draws visitors with its picturesque natural scenery, fine restaurants, and traditional pubs.

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Wed): explore the historical opulence of Carriganass Castle, explore the ancient world of Uragh Stone Circle, then steep yourself in history at Muckross House, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Ross Island. Keep things going the next day: explore the striking landscape of Killarney National Park.

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Auckland, New Zealand to Killarney is an approximately 32.5-hour combination of flight and train. The time zone changes from New Zealand Standard Time to Greenwich Mean Time, which is usually a -12 hour difference. When traveling from Auckland in April, plan for slightly colder days in Killarney, with highs around 15°C, while nights are colder with lows around 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Thu) early enough to travel to Granada.

Granada boasts numerous well-preserved examples of exquisite Moorish architecture, not the least of which is the Alhambra, an ancient citadel and royal palace.

On the 12th (Fri), take in nature's colorful creations at Generalife, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Royal Chapel of Granada, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Mirador de San Nicolas, and finally wander the streets of Albayzin.

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Traveling by combination of flight and bus from Killarney to Granada takes 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Killarney to Granada is 1 hour. When traveling from Killarney in April, plan for somewhat warmer days in Granada, with highs around 23°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 9°C. On the 13th (Sat), you're off to Burgos.

Burgos is a city in northern Spain and the historic capital of Castile. Start off your visit on the 14th (Sun): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral De Burgos, then pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Inmaculada Concepcion, and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Iglesia Santo Tomas. On your second day here, pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia de San Nicolas de Bari.

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You can fly from Granada to Burgos in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In April, Burgos is slightly colder than Granada - with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. On the 15th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Valletta.

Malta's capital city, Valletta preserves most of its medieval architecture, built in the 16th and 17th centuries by the Knights Hospitaller, once a powerful military order.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Tue): take in the spiritual surroundings of St. John's Co-Cathedral, explore the ancient world of Ta’ Bistra Catacombs, then get to know the fascinating history of Mdina Old City, and finally explore the ancient world of Mnajdra.

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You can do a combination of bus and flight from Burgos to Valletta in 8.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train, bus, taxi, and ferry; or do a combination of bus and train. In April, Valletta is a bit warmer than Burgos - with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) early enough to fly to Alghero.

Built surrounding a 16th-century fortified port, Alghero remains one of Sardinia's most visited sites, rich in cultural and historical heritage.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Wed): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa di Nostra Signora di Bonu Ighinu, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa di Santa Giulia, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Affacci a mare: Bastioni e Lungomare, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Civica, and finally contemplate the long history of Palazzo D'Albis. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: don't miss a visit to Domus Mandra Antine, appreciate the extensive heritage of Necropoli di Museddu, then contemplate the long history of Nuraghe Santu Antine, and finally take some stellar pictures from Chiesa di Nostra Signora di Bonaria.

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You can fly from Valletta to Alghero in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, train, and ferry; or do a combination of bus, train, and ferry. Expect slightly colder evenings in Alghero when traveling from Valletta in April, with lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Florence.

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

On the 19th (Fri), snap pictures at Ponte Vecchio, steep yourself in history at Basilica of Santa Croce, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo, then take in panoramic vistas at Campanile di Giotto, then get to know the fascinating history of Piazza della Signoria, and finally ponder the world of politics at Palazzo Vecchio.

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Getting from Alghero to Florence by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus, ferry, and train; or do a combination of bus, ferry, and train. April in Florence sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) early enough to travel to Lindos.

A medieval settlement on the island of Rhodes, Lindos provides a mix of ancient history and modern attractions.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sat): delve into the distant past at Village of Lindos. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 21st (Sun): pause for some serene contemplation at Dormition of Theotokos Church, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Profiti Elias Monastery, admire the landmark architecture of Agios Nikolaos Fountoukli, then contemplate the long history of Campochiaro, and finally delve into the distant past at Acropolis of Lindos.

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You can do a combination of flight and bus from Florence to Lindos in 8.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of bus and ferry. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Florence to Lindos due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Florence in April, plan for a bit warmer nights in Lindos, with lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) early enough to travel to Naxos.

Zeus, the master of all gods from Greek mythology, allegedly grew up in a cave on Naxos, a small but fertile island in the South Aegean Sea.

Get a sense of the local culture at Agios Mamas Church and Panagia Myrtidiotissa. Visit Ancient Sanctuary at Flerio Water Spring and Monastery of Fotodotis for their historical value. There's still lots to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Panagia Drossiani Church, take in the exciting artwork at Petalouda Art Gallery, browse the exhibits of Aelia Art Gallery, and contemplate the long history of The Jesuit Palace.

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You can do a combination of bus, flight, and taxi from Lindos to Naxos in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 23°C in April, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.