45 days in Eastern Europe Itinerary

You might consider the city of Budapest, divided by the Danube River into two distinctive cities--Buda and Pest--to be essentially one large World Heritage Site.

Budapest is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Hungarian Parliament Building, pause for some serene contemplation at St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika), contemplate the long history of Széchenyi Thermal Bath, and pause for some photo ops at Shoes on the Danube Bank.

To find reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Budapest road trip website.

Sydney, Australia to Budapest is an approximately 25.5-hour flight. Traveling from Sydney to Budapest, you'll gain 9 hours due to the time zone difference. In June, Budapest is somewhat warmer than Sydney - with highs of 30°C and lows of 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Sarajevo.

Nearly destroyed by war during the 1990s, the riverside city of Sarajevo now serves as one of the region's major educational, cultural, and commercial hubs.

On the 6th (Tue), contemplate the long history of Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, get engrossed in the history at Museum Of Crimes Against Humanity And Genocide 1992-1995, then don't miss a visit to Latin Bridge, then steep yourself in history at Sebilj Brunnen (Fountain), and finally examine the collection at War Childhood Museum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: make a trip to Sarajevo War Tunnel, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Katedrala Sarajevo, then admire the masterpieces at Galerija 11/07/95, and finally contemplate the long history of Bascarsija.

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You can fly from Budapest to Sarajevo in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) early enough to go by car 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.

Dubrovnik is known for historic sites, adventure, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Walls of Dubrovnik, head off the coast to Lokrum Island, don't miss a visit to Pile Gate, and wander the streets of Old Town.

To see more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Dubrovnik online road trip planner.

Traveling by car from Sarajevo to Dubrovnik takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and car; or do a combination of train and bus. In June, daytime highs in Dubrovnik are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sat) to allow enough time to ride a ferry to Korcula Town.

Korcula Town perches on the edge of the island's eastern coastline.

Korcula Town is known for historic sites, wildlife, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: look for gifts at Coral Shop Irena, see what you can catch with a fishing tour, make a trip to Korcula Old City, and pause for some serene contemplation at St. Mark's Cathedral.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Korcula Town online trip itinerary builder.

Getting from Dubrovnik to Korcula Town by ferry takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in June, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) early enough to travel to Hvar.

The Croatian island of Hvar serves as a picturesque location for a Mediterranean holiday, with a range of offerings from quiet coves to a lively medieval town.

Hvar is known for sightseeing, adventure, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get great views at Spanish Fortress, take in the spiritual surroundings of Benedictine Monastery, indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour, and stop by Mamma Mia the Boutique.

To see photos, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Hvar trip planning tool.

Do a combination of ferry and taxi from Korcula Town to Hvar in 2.5 hours. In June, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sun) to allow time to ride a ferry to Split.

Experience an authentic Adriatic lifestyle in Split, the largest city along the sea's coast.

Explore Split's surroundings by going to Senjkovic Winery (in Nerezisca), Skrip (Museum uja & The Island of Brac Museum - Skrip) and Jaksic Gallery (in Donji Humac). Dedicate the 20th (Tue) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's much more to do: get to know the fascinating history of Diocletian's Palace, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedral of Saint Domnius, get a taste of the local shopping with Riva Harbor, and explore the world behind art at Galerija Mestrovic.

To find reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Split online trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by ferry from Hvar to Split takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in June, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) early enough to fly to Prague.

Prague lures millions of tourists each year with its World Heritage-listed medieval city center--a labyrinth of narrow lanes, bridges, cathedrals, and palaces overlooked by a thousand-year-old castle.

On the 27th (Tue), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. And it doesn't end there: make a trip to Staromestske namesti, get great views at Prague Astronomical Clock, admire the landmark architecture of St. Vitus Cathedral, and wander the streets of Lesser Town.

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You can fly from Split to Prague in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Split in June, with highs in Prague at 26°C and lows at 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) early enough to fly to Krakow.

One of Poland's oldest cities, Krakow sits at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains, its historical town center nestled on the left bank of the Vistula River.

Step out of Krakow to go to Oswiecim and see Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau, which is approximately 1h 15 min away. There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of Wawel Cathedral, see the interesting displays at Muzeum Krakowa, oddzial Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera, get a taste of the local shopping with Sukiennice (Cloth Hall), and take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

To find reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Krakow trip itinerary maker website.

Getting from Prague to Krakow by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a shuttle. Expect a daytime high around 26°C in June, and nighttime lows around 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) to allow time to fly to Warsaw.

Warsaw draws big crowds with its seemingly unstoppable energy, exemplified by the city's explosive nightlife and thriving music scene.

Warsaw is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get to know the fascinating history of Old Town, brush up on your military savvy at Museum of King Jan III's Palace at Wilanow, appreciate the history behind Pomnik Bohaterów Getta, and step into the grandiose world of Zamek Krolewski w Warszawie - Muzeum.

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You can fly from Krakow to Warsaw in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In July in Warsaw, expect temperatures between 29°C during the day and 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Tallinn.

A historic city with its eye firmly on the future, Tallinn blends medieval fortifications, gleaming skyscrapers, and charming boutiques with a spattering of Soviet relics.

Tallinn is known for sightseeing, museums, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take a stroll through Tallinn Old Town, don't miss a visit to Peapiiskopi Kirik, contemplate the long history of Toompea Hill, and admire the masterpieces at Kumu Art Museum.

To see maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Tallinn trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Warsaw to Tallinn by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET), which is usually a 1 hour difference. When traveling from Warsaw in July, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Tallinn: temperatures range from 24°C by day to 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can drive to St. Petersburg.

Built on a desolate swamp as a showcase capital of Imperial Russia, this grand city has certainly lived up to the expectations of its founder, Tsar Peter the Great.

St. Petersburg is known for museums, historic sites, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the world behind art at The State Hermitage Museum, make a trip to Palace Square, contemplate the long history of Khrushhev's Homestead, and get engrossed in the history at Peter and Paul Fortress.

To find more things to do, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, read our St. Petersburg trip planner.

You can drive from Tallinn to St. Petersburg in 5.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or do a combination of flight and train. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Standard Time to Moscow Standard Time is 1 hour. In July, daily temperatures in St. Petersburg can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 16°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Moscow.

Russia's political, economic, and cultural center, Moscow remains the most populous inland city in the world, famed for its colorful history and rich architectural heritage.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Fri): walk around Patriarch's Pond, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Vysoko-Petrovskiy Monastery, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Saint Basil's Cathedral, and finally contemplate the long history of Red Square.

To find photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Moscow road trip site.

You can fly from St. Petersburg to Moscow in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. In July in Moscow, expect temperatures between 27°C during the day and 16°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can fly back home.