44 days in Italy & Greece Itinerary
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Start: Sydney, Australia
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Venice, Italy
— 4 nights
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Milan, Italy
— 3 nights
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Florence, Italy
— 5 nights
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Rome, Italy
— 4 nights
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Naples, Italy
— 4 nights
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Sorrento, Italy
— 5 nights
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Catania, Italy
— 2 nights
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Bari, Italy
— 1 night
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Mykonos Town, Greece
— 4 nights
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Paros, Greece
— 2 nights
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Ios, Greece
— 1 night
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Heraklion, Greece
— 2 nights
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Elafonissi, Greece
— 1 night
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14
Athens, Greece
— 4 nights
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End: Sydney, Australia
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Venice, Italy — 4 nights
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City of Romance
Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Venice: Verona (Basilica di San Zeno Maggiore, Arena di Verona, &more) and Basilica of St. Anthony (in Padua). The adventure continues: explore the activities along Canal Grande, admire the masterpieces at Peggy Guggenheim Collection, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza San Marco, and snap pictures at Ponte di Rialto.
To find more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Venice trip planning tool.
Sydney, Australia to Venice is an approximately 24.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Sydney to Venice is minus 9 hours. Traveling from Sydney in June, expect Venice to be a bit warmer, temps between 32°C and 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Milan.
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Milan, Italy — 3 nights
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Fashion Capital of World
In many ways the most modern of Italian cities, Milan is a busy, elegant metropolis with an impressive list of grand palaces, fine churches, and important museums.Get out of town with these interesting Milan side-trips: Greenway del Lago di Como (in Colonno), Basilica di San Giacomo (in Bellagio) and Villa del Balbianello (in Tremezzina). And it doesn't end there: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Duomo di Milano, explore the different monuments and memorials at Monumental Cemetery, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, and explore the historical opulence of Castello Sforzesco.
To find traveler tips, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Milan road trip planning website.
Traveling by car from Venice to Milan takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Milan can reach 33°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sat) to allow enough time to take a train to Florence.
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Florence, Italy — 5 nights
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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.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Florence: Leaning Tower of Pisa (in Pisa), Food Tours (in Siena) and Azienda Agricola Altiero (Winery) (in Greve in Chianti). There's lots more to do: explore the world behind art at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, make a trip to Piazzale Michelangelo, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Campanile di Giotto, and steep yourself in history at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.
To find other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Florence online visit planner.
You can take a train from Milan to Florence in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In June, daytime highs in Florence are 33°C, while nighttime lows are 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) so you can take a train to Rome.
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Rome, Italy — 4 nights
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Eternal City
Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.Rome is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Colosseum, admire the local landmark of Trevi Fountain, take in the spiritual surroundings of Vatican Museums, and make a trip to Roman Forum.
To find maps, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, read our Rome sightseeing planner.
You can take a train from Florence to Rome in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In June in Rome, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 21°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) so you can catch the train to Naples.
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Naples, Italy — 4 nights
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Naples is the capital of the Italian region Campania and the third-largest municipality in Italy after Rome and Milan. Explore Naples' surroundings by going to Ravello (Cappella Sant'Angelo all'Ospedale, Villa Cimbrone Gardens, &more) and Salerno (Speed Boats Tours, Castello di Arechi, &more). The adventure continues: explore the ancient world of Pompeii Archaeological Park and deepen your understanding of the past and present with Oltre I Resti.
For traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Naples trip itinerary maker tool.
You can take a train from Rome to Naples in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or fly. In June in Naples, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 22°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Sorrento.
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For traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Naples trip itinerary maker tool.
You can take a train from Rome to Naples in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or fly. In June in Naples, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 22°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Sorrento.
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Sorrento, Italy — 5 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.Get out of town with these interesting Sorrento side-trips: Positano (Spiaggia Grande, Fornillo, &more), Atrani (Collegiate Santa Maria Maddalena & Vicoli, scale e archi) and Praiano (I Suoni degli Dei - Pelagos & Grotte di Suppraiano). On the 1st (Sat), give your taste buds a day to remember with a local gastronomic tour. There's lots more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Duomo di Sant'Andrea, admire the sheer force of Valle delle Ferriere, take a memorable drive along Amalfi Coast, and examine the collection at Museo della Carta.
To find ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Sorrento visit planner.
Getting from Naples to Sorrento by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: ride a ferry; or take a train. In June, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Catania.
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Catania, Italy — 2 nights
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Black Pearl of Ionian Sea
The landscape surrounding Catania, a medieval city on Sicily's eastern coast, is dominated by Mount Etna, the tallest active volcano in Europe.On the 6th (Thu), make a trip to Piazza Alonzo di Benedetto, discover the deep blue sea with Blue Sea Diving Center, then explore the ancient world of Ancient Theatre of Taormina, and finally stroll around Villa Comunale. Here are some ideas for day two: test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, then get impressive views of Siciliamareterra, and then get outside with Outdoor Activities.
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Traveling by flight from Sorrento to Catania takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Bari.
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Bari, Italy — 1 night
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Gateway to Apulia
Puglia's capital city, Bari, is a growing metropolis of industry and one of the country's most important commercial ports.Start off your visit on the 8th (Sat): don't miss a visit to Auditorium Diocesano Vallisa, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilica San Nicola, and then stroll the grounds of Bari War Cemetery.
To find other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Bari holiday builder tool.
Getting from Catania to Bari by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Bari are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Mykonos Town.
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Mykonos Town, Greece — 4 nights
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Chora Mykonos
A holiday in Mykonos Town offers a chance to relax on picturesque beaches and explore a labyrinth of charming streets lined with traditional white houses.Mykonos Town is known for sightseeing, nightlife, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: see some colorful creatures with GoDive Mykonos PADI Diving Resort, learn about winemaking at Mykonos Vioma Organic Farm, kick back and relax at Paradise Beach, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Agios Sostis Beach.
To find traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Mykonos Town driving holiday site.
Fly from Bari to Mykonos Town in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Bari to Mykonos Town due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Bari in July, plan for slightly colder days in Mykonos Town, with highs around 33°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) to allow time to ride a ferry to Paros.
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Paros, Greece — 2 nights
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Poor Man's Mykonos
Long ignored by tourists because of its reputation as a plain ferry hub, Paros today serves as one of the Aegean's major holiday destinations, luring travelers with its fashionable resort towns and quaint mountain villages.On the 13th (Thu), pause for some serene contemplation at Panagia Ekatondapiliani, take an in-depth tour of Archaeological Museum Parou, then head off the coast to Parikia Town, then see the interesting displays at Folklore Art Museum Of Cycladic Civilization Benetos & Popi Skiadas., and finally kick back and relax at Piso Aliki Beach. Keep things going the next day: Head underground at Marathi Marble Quarries, then take in the waterfront activity at Old Port of Naoussa, and then contemplate the long history of Lefkes.
For reviews, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, use the Paros vacation planning app.
Traveling by ferry from Mykonos Town to Paros takes 2 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can ride a ferry to Ios.
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Ios, Greece — 1 night
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Halfway between Naxos and Santorini lies tiny Ios, famous worldwide as one of the Aegean's liveliest nightlife hubs.Start off your visit on the 15th (Sat): stroll through Kolitsani Beach, kick back and relax at Tris Klissies, and then stroll through Manganari Beach.
For reviews, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Ios trip itinerary builder website.
You can ride a ferry from Paros to Ios in 3 hours. In July, daytime highs in Ios are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) to allow enough time to ride a ferry to Heraklion.
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Heraklion, Greece — 2 nights
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Crete's largest city, Heraklion remains best known for its proximity to a sprawling Bronze Age archaeological site, once the center of a vanished Minoan civilization.Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sun): steep yourself in history at The Palace of Knossos, observe the fascinating underwater world at CRETAquarium, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of Saint Titus, and finally learn more about the world around you at The Natural History Museum of Crete. On the 17th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take an in-depth tour of Heraklion Archaeological Museum, then take an in-depth tour of Historical Museum of Crete, then experience rural life at Snail Farm and Fun, and finally boost your wellbeing at Thalasso by Aegeo Spas.
To find where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Heraklion trip itinerary planning website.
Getting from Ios to Heraklion by ferry takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and flight. In July, daytime highs in Heraklion are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can drive to Elafonissi.
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Elafonissi, Greece — 1 night
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Located just off Crete's southwestern corner, Elafonissi offers an alternative vacation idea for those looking to avoid the larger, more crowded Greek islands.Kick off your visit on the 18th (Tue): kick back and relax at Elafonissi Beach and then see the interesting displays at Museum of platanias.
To find photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Elafonissi online road trip planner.
You can drive from Heraklion to Elafonissi in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of shuttle and taxi; or do a combination of bus and taxi. In July, daytime highs in Elafonissi are 37°C, while nighttime lows are 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to fly to Athens.
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Athens, Greece — 4 nights
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The Birthplace of Democracy
One of the world's most ancient cities, Athens remains Europe's undisputed historical and cultural capital.Venture out of the city with trips to Fortress Palamidi (in Nafplio) and Archaeological Site Mycenae (in Mycenae). The adventure continues: delve into the distant past at Acropolis of Athens, explore the world behind art at National Archaeological Museum, appreciate the history behind Temple of Olympian Zeus, and get engrossed in the history at Acropolis Museum.
For other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, use the Athens route maker site.
You can fly from Elafonissi to Athens in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry; or take a bus. In July in Athens, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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