30 days in Europe Itinerary

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.

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Sydney, Australia to Rome is an approximately 24.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a -9 hour difference. May in Rome sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C at night. You'll set off for Civitavecchia on the 7th (Sun).

Civitavecchia is a town and comune of the Metropolitan City of Rome in the central Italian region of Lazio. For reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Civitavecchia trip itinerary builder site.

You can drive from Rome to Civitavecchia in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Rome in May, expect a bit cooler with lows of 12°C in Civitavecchia. On the 8th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Dubrovnik.

Along the Dalmation Coast, the city of Dubrovnik has become famous for its pedestrian-only Old Town surrounded by fortress walls, and its historical heft has earned it World Heritage Site status.

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Traveling by flight from Civitavecchia to Dubrovnik takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry; or do a combination of car and ferry. Traveling from Civitavecchia in May, expect a bit warmer with lows of 16°C in Dubrovnik. On the 9th (Tue), you're off to Kotor.

Perched on the edge of a fjord-like bay rimmed by rugged mountains, Kotor grew around a medieval settlement purposely built like a maze.

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Traveling by car from Dubrovnik to Kotor takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Dubrovnik in May, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Kotor, with lows of 13°C. On the 10th (Wed), you'll travel to Corfu Town.

Often called "Kastropolis" because of its majestic Venetian castle, Corfu Town once featured such extensive fortifications that a force of over 20,000 soldiers defended them.

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Traveling by combination of car and ferry from Kotor to Corfu Town takes 9 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or do a combination of car, train, bus, and ferry. Traveling from Kotor to Corfu Town, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Kotor in May since evenings lows in Corfu Town dip to 17°C. You'll set off for Zakynthos Town on the 11th (Thu).

The commercial center of the eponymous island, Zakynthos Town bustles with the energy as excited tourists and residents go about their daily business.

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Explore your travel options from Corfu Town to Zakynthos Town with the Route module. In May in Zakynthos Town, expect temperatures between 28°C during the day and 16°C at night. You'll set off for Naples on the 14th (Sun).

Naples is the capital of the Italian region Campania and the third-largest municipality in Italy after Rome and Milan. For maps, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Naples day trip tool.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Zakynthos Town to Naples. Traveling from Zakynthos Town to Naples, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 27°C in May, and nighttime lows around 17°C. You'll set off for Civitavecchia on the 15th (Mon).

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Traveling by flight from Naples to Civitavecchia takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Naples in May since evenings lows in Civitavecchia dip to 12°C. You will leave for Rome on the 15th (Mon).

Popular historic sites such as Colosseum and Pantheon are in your itinerary. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Palatine Hill and Galleria Borghese. Explore Rome further: ponder the design of Trevi Fountain, make a trip to Spanish Steps, appreciate the extensive heritage of Colle Capitolino, and wander the streets of Trastevere.

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Traveling by car from Civitavecchia to Rome takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Civitavecchia in May since evenings lows in Rome dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 19th (Fri) to allow enough time to take a train to Florence.

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

Museum-lovers will appreciate Florence Academy of Fine Arts and Pitti Palace. Your inner history buff will appreciate The Baptistery of St. John and Duomo di Siena. Change things up with these side-trips from Florence: Siena (Oratorio di San Bernardino e Museo Diocesano, Piazza del Campo, &more). There's still lots to do: explore the world behind art at Gallerie Degli Uffizi, get engrossed in the history at Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore, admire the striking features of Campanile di Giotto, and get a sense of history and politics at Museo Nazionale del Bargello.

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Take a train from Rome to Florence in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Traveling from Rome in May, Florence is little chillier at night with lows of 13°C. You'll have a few hours on the 25th (Thu) to wrap things up before traveling to Sorrento.

A lovely town easily accessible from almost anywhere in the country, Sorrento overlooks the Bay of Naples and sits right on the Amalfi Drive.

Visit Chiesa di Santa Croce and Chiesa e Convento di S. Francesco for their historical value. Museum-lovers will appreciate Absolute Positano and Miniaci Art Gallery. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Sorrento: Positano (Church of Santa Maria Assunta, Chiesa di Santa Caterina, &more). On the 26th (Fri), give your taste buds a day to remember with a local gastronomic tour. Dedicate the 28th (Sun) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's still lots to do: experience rural life at Agriturismo Primaluce - Fattoria Didattica e Tour, explore the world behind art at Correale di Terranova Museum, get engrossed in the history at Museobottega della Tarsialignea, and take a leisurely stroll along Marina Grande - Antico Borgo Marinaro.

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Getting from Florence to Sorrento by train takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and flight; or drive. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Florence in May since evenings lows in Sorrento dip to 18°C. You will have some time to spend on the 1st (Thu) before leaving for Rome.

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Traveling by train from Sorrento to Rome takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. You will have some time to spend on the 2nd (Fri) before leaving for home.