33 days in Western Europe Itinerary
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Start: Sydney, Australia
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London, United Kingdom
— 2 nights
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Taormina, Italy
— 3 nights
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Drive to Messina Marittima, Ferry to Villa San Giovanni, Drive to Tropea
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Tropea, Italy
— 2 nights
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Positano, Italy
— 2 nights
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Sorrento, Italy
— 2 nights
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Ponza Island, Italy
— 3 nights
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Ferry to San Felice Circeo, Taxi to Priverno-Fossanova, Train to Florence
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Florence, Italy
— 1 night
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Greve in Chianti, Italy
— 4 nights
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Cinque Terre, Italy
— 3 nights
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Zurich, Switzerland
— 4 nights
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Newcastle, United Kingdom
— 3 nights
Drive to George Best Belfast City Airport, Fly to Sydney
End: Sydney, Australia
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London, United Kingdom — 2 nights
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The Square Mile
Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.On the 3rd (Sat), race across the water with a speed boat tour.
For more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, read our London attractions planner.
Sydney, Australia to London is an approximately 25-hour flight. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), which is usually a -10 hour difference. In June, daily temperatures in London can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Taormina.
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Taormina, Italy — 3 nights
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With its warm island weather and cliffside location overlooking the Ionion Sea, Taormina has been one of Sicily's most popular getaway destinations since the early 19th century.Step out of the city life by going to Blue Sea Diving Center and Etna Wild. Explore Taormina's surroundings by going to Linguaglossa (Gambino Vini & Etna Donkey Trekking) and Gole Alcantara Botanical and Geological Park (in Motta Camastra). Next up on the itinerary: make a trip to Ancient Theatre of Taormina, stroll around Villa Comunale, go for a walk through Piazza IX Aprile, and stop by Taormina Shop.
To see photos, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Taormina trip itinerary planning website.
Traveling by flight from London to Taormina takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Taormina due to the time zone difference. Traveling from London in June, things will get somewhat warmer in Taormina: highs are around 32°C and lows about 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) early enough to travel to Tropea.
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Tropea, Italy — 2 nights
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Tropea is a municipality located within the province of Vibo Valentia, in Calabria (southern Italy).The town is a famous bathing place, situated on a reef, in the gulf of St. Kick off your visit on the 8th (Thu): kick back and relax at Tropea Beach, take in the architecture and atmosphere at The Sanctuary of Santa Maria dell'Isola, then kick back and relax at Grotticelle beach, then stroll through Capo Vaticano, and finally kick back and relax at Spiaggia di Riaci. Keep things going the next day: enjoy the sand and surf at Michelino Beach, then discover the deep blue sea with Mondo Blu Diving, and then head outdoors with Lido l'Oasi.
For reviews, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Tropea trip itinerary planner.
You can do a combination of car and ferry from Taormina to Tropea in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and train; or take a train. Traveling from Taormina in June, expect slightly colder with lows of 20°C in Tropea. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Positano.
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You can do a combination of car and ferry from Taormina to Tropea in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and train; or take a train. Traveling from Taormina in June, expect slightly colder with lows of 20°C in Tropea. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Positano.
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Positano, Italy — 2 nights
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Often referred to as the gem of the Amalfi Coast, Positano remains one of southern Italy's most sought-after vacation locales, thanks to its hillside location and picturesque, pastel buildings.On the 10th (Sat), steep yourself in history at Church of Santa Maria Assunta, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, then kick back and relax at Fornillo, and finally look for gifts at Nana' Positano. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: cruise along Amalfi Coast, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Duomo di Sant'Andrea, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Duomo di Ravello, then admire the landmark architecture of Villa Rufolo, and finally contemplate the long history of Villa Cimbrone Gardens.
To find where to stay, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, use the Positano route planner.
You can drive from Tropea to Positano in 5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train and taxi; or do a combination of train and bus. In June in Positano, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 23°C at night. On the 12th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Sorrento.
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Sorrento, Italy — 2 nights
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Land of the Sirens
A lovely town easily accessible from almost anywhere in the country, Sorrento overlooks the Bay of Naples and sits right on the Amalfi Drive.On the 12th (Mon), don't miss a visit to Piazza Tasso, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St Francis Church and Convent, then stroll through Villa di Pollio Felice - Bagni della Regina Giovanna, and finally fulfill a lifelong dream with Sorrento Charter & Villas. Keep things going the next day: let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour.
For more things to do, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Sorrento online trip itinerary planner.
Getting from Positano to Sorrento by car takes about an hour. Other options: ride a ferry; or take a bus. In June, daytime highs in Sorrento are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) to allow time to ride a ferry to Ponza Island.
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Ponza Island, Italy — 3 nights
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A fairytale destination dotted with brightly painted traditional houses, Ponza Island remains one of Italy's least-spoiled gems, miraculously managing to avoid the ravages of mass tourism.Visit Punta Di Capo Bianco and Cala Fonte for some beach relaxation. Visiting Ponza Diving Center and Arco Naturale will get you outdoors. There's still lots to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Cala Felci, don't miss a visit to Piscine Naturali, Head underground at Grotte di Pilato, and stroll through Chiaia Di Luna.
For where to stay, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Ponza Island sightseeing planner.
You can ride a ferry from Sorrento to Ponza Island in 5.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. When traveling from Sorrento in June, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Ponza Island: temperatures range from 29°C by day to 22°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sat) so you can travel to Florence.
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Florence, Italy — 1 night
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Birthplace of the Italian Renaissance
Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.Start off your visit on the 17th (Sat): admire the masterpieces at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, then contemplate the long history of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, then make a trip to Piazzale Michelangelo, and finally take in the views from Ponte Vecchio.
To find traveler tips, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Florence trip planning tool.
Do a combination of ferry, taxi, and train from Ponza Island to Florence in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry, bus, and train. When traveling from Ponza Island in June, plan for a bit warmer days in Florence, with highs around 33°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 21°C. On the 18th (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Greve in Chianti.
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Greve in Chianti, Italy — 4 nights
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Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Greve in Chianti: Historic Centre of San Gimignano (in San Gimignano) and Siena (Battistero di San Giovanni, Torre del Mangia, &more).
To see maps, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Greve in Chianti tour builder.
You can drive from Florence to Greve in Chianti in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Florence in June since evenings lows in Greve in Chianti dip to 18°C. You will have some time to spend on the 22nd (Thu) before leaving for Cinque Terre.
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You can drive from Florence to Greve in Chianti in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Florence in June since evenings lows in Greve in Chianti dip to 18°C. You will have some time to spend on the 22nd (Thu) before leaving for Cinque Terre.
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Cinque Terre, Italy — 3 nights
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Italian Riviera
Made up of five picturesque towns on the Ligurian coast, Cinque Terre is Italy's answer to the French Riviera.Escape the urban bustle at Enjoy Cinqueterre Boat Tours and Footpath Monterosso - Vernazza. Relax by the water at Baia del Silenzio and Sun Beach. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Cinque Terre: Levanto to Monterosso Trail (in Levanto) and Portovenere (in Porto Venere). There's still lots to do: explore the striking landscape of Parco Nazionale Cinque Terre, head outdoors with Cinque Terre Trails, get into the urban bustle at Vernazza, and admire the striking features of Chiesa Di San Pietro.
For where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Cinque Terre vacation planner.
You can drive from Greve in Chianti to Cinque Terre in 2.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in June, and nighttime lows around 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 25th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Zurich.
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Zurich, Switzerland — 4 nights
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Big Small Town
The financial hub of Switzerland, Zurich is most often associated with money and banks.You'll get in some beach time at Seebad Eich and Seebad Mit Strand Am Vierwaldstattersee. Visiting Mt Pilatus and Lake Lucerne will get you outdoors. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Zurich: Lucerne (The Nine Towers & Chapel Bridge). There's still lots to do: explore the activities along Lake Zurich, get to know the fascinating history of Old Town, take a stroll through Bahnhofstrasse, and see the interesting displays at Uhrenmuseum Beyer Zürich.
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Drive from Cinque Terre to Zurich in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or take a train. In June, Zurich is a bit cooler than Cinque Terre - with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Thu) so you can go by car to Newcastle.
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Newcastle, United Kingdom — 3 nights
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Get in touch with nature at Royal County Down Golf Club and Murlough National Nature Reserve. Step out of Newcastle with an excursion to Cranfield Beach in Newry--about 40 minutes away.
For photos, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, read our Newcastle road trip planning website.
You can drive from Zurich to Newcastle in 20 hours. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Zurich in June, expect nights in Newcastle to be about the same, around 13°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Mon) so you can travel back home.
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You can drive from Zurich to Newcastle in 20 hours. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Zurich in June, expect nights in Newcastle to be about the same, around 13°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Mon) so you can travel back home.
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