45 days in Melbourne, Dubai & Europe Itinerary

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Melbourne, Australia
— 1 night
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Athens, Greece
— 4 nights
Taxi to Piraeus, Ferry to Mykonos Town
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Mykonos Town, Greece
— 2 nights
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Paros, Greece
— 2 nights
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Fira, Greece
— 2 nights
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Ios, Greece
— 2 nights
Ferry to Piraeus, Taxi to Athens
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Athens, Greece
— 1 night
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Krakow, Poland
— 1 night
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Prague, Czech Republic
— 1 day
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Berlin, Germany
— 3 nights
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
— 2 nights
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Antwerp, Belgium
— 4 nights
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London, United Kingdom
— 3 nights
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
— 1 night
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Munich, Germany
— 2 nights
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Innsbruck, Austria
— 1 night
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Venice, Italy
— 1 night
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Rome, Italy
— 2 nights
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Florence, Italy
— 1 night
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Lucerne, Switzerland
— 1 night
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Paris, France
— 2 nights
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London, United Kingdom
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Athens, Greece
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Melbourne, Australia — 1 night

Australia's Garden City

To find reviews, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Melbourne trip itinerary site.

Adelaide to Melbourne is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. The time zone difference moving from Australian Central Standard Time (ACST) to Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) is 0.5 hours. In June, daily temperatures in Melbourne can reach 16°C, while at night they dip to 6°C. You'll set off for Dubai on the 30th (Fri).
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Parks · Nightlife · Outdoors · Fun & Games
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

City of Gold

To see other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Dubai online sightseeing planner.

Traveling by flight from Melbourne to Dubai takes 16.5 hours. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time to Gulf Standard Time, which is usually a -6 hour difference. Plan for much warmer temperatures traveling from Melbourne in June, with highs in Dubai at 47°C and lows at 35°C. You'll set off for Athens on the 30th (Fri).
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Athens, Greece — 4 nights

The Birthplace of Democracy

Plan a Athens trip in moments using our itinerary builder.

Traveling by flight from Dubai to Athens takes 9 hours. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Dubai to Athens due to the time zone difference. In June, Athens is slightly colder than Dubai - with highs of 35°C and lows of 24°C. On the 4th (Tue), you'll travel to Mykonos Town.
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Find places to stay Jun 30 — Jul 4:

Mykonos Town, Greece — 2 nights

Chora Mykonos

On the 5th (Wed), indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas. Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Agios Stefanos Church.

For other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, read our Mykonos Town holiday maker site.

You can fly from Athens to Mykonos Town in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry. When traveling from Athens in July, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in Mykonos Town: temperatures range from 33°C by day to 26°C at night. You will have some time to spend on the 6th (Thu) before leaving for Paros.
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Paros, Greece — 2 nights

Poor Man's Mykonos

On the 6th (Thu), stroll through Parikia Town, pause for some serene contemplation at Panagia Ekatondapiliani, then kick back and relax at Kolymbithres Beach, and finally contemplate the long history of Lefkes. Keep things going the next day: relax and rejuvenate at SPA Beauty Spot Paros Island.

To see photos, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, read our Paros trip maker site.

You can ride a ferry from Mykonos Town to Paros in 2 hours. In July in Paros, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 26°C at night. On the 8th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Fira.
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Fira, Greece — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 8th (Sat): get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports and then awaken your taste buds at some of the top wineries in the area. Here are some ideas for day two: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

To find more things to do, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Fira online sightseeing planner.

Traveling by ferry from Paros to Fira takes 4.5 hours. In July in Fira, expect temperatures between 35°C during the day and 27°C at night. On the 10th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Ios.
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Ios, Greece — 2 nights

For where to stay, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Ios visit planner.

You can ride a ferry from Fira to Ios in 1.5 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 26°C. You will leave for Athens on the 12th (Wed).
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Athens, Greece — 1 night

The Birthplace of Democracy

Start off your visit on the 12th (Wed): admire the masterpieces at Museum of Cycladic Art, then let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, and then wander the streets of Monastiraki.

For photos, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, read Athens trip planning tool.

Traveling by combination of ferry and flight from Ios to Athens takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and taxi. While traveling from Ios, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Athens, ranging from highs of 38°C to lows of 28°C. On the 13th (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Krakow.
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Krakow, Poland — 1 night

Slavic Rome

Start off your visit on the 13th (Thu): take in panoramic vistas at Museum of Krakow Town Hall Tower, browse the eclectic array of goods at Sukiennice (Cloth Hall), and then make a trip to Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square.

To find traveler tips, reviews, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Krakow trip maker.

You can fly from Athens to Krakow in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Athens to Krakow, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Athens in July: high temperatures in Krakow hover around 30°C and lows are around 15°C. You will have some time to spend on the 14th (Fri) before leaving for Prague.
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Historic Sites · Shopping · Adventure · Outdoors
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Prague, Czech Republic — 1 day

City of a Hundred Spires

Start off your visit on the 15th (Sat): take in the views from Charles Bridge.

To see where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Prague trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Krakow to Prague takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. In July, daytime highs in Prague are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. On the 15th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Berlin.
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Berlin, Germany — 3 nights

Athens of the Spree

Berlin is known for sightseeing, museums, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: appreciate the history behind Brandenburg Gate and steep yourself in history at East Side Gallery.

For photos, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Berlin driving holiday planning site.

Drive from Prague to Berlin in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. On the 18th (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Amsterdam.
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands — 2 nights

Venice of the North

On the 19th (Wed), test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms. Here are some ideas for day two: make a trip to Dam Square.

For photos, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Amsterdam online journey planner.

You can fly from Berlin to Amsterdam in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In July, daily temperatures in Amsterdam can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 16°C. You'll have a few hours on the 20th (Thu) to wrap things up before traveling to Antwerp.
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Antwerp, Belgium — 4 nights

Change things up with these side-trips from Antwerp: Brussels (Grand Place & Manneken Pis). There's much more to do: look for gifts at Pierre Marcolini, get to know the fascinating history of Grote Markt, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedral of Our Lady, and make a trip to Kapel Onze Lieve Vrouwe van Toevlucht.

To see reviews, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Antwerp journey planner.

Getting from Amsterdam to Antwerp by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In July in Antwerp, expect temperatures between 29°C during the day and 15°C at night. On the 24th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to London.
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London, United Kingdom — 3 nights

The Square Mile

On the 24th (Mon), don't miss a visit to Big Ben. Keep things going the next day: steep yourself in history at Houses of Parliament.

For photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our London attractions website.

You can take a train from Antwerp to London in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Antwerp to London. In July, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 15°C. You'll have a few hours on the 27th (Thu) to wrap things up before traveling to Amsterdam.
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands — 1 night

Venice of the North

Start off your visit on the 27th (Thu): steep yourself in history at Magere Brug, explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, then examine the collection at Anne Frank House, and finally walk around Vondelpark.

For more things to do, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, read our Amsterdam trip planner.

You can fly from London to Amsterdam in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is 1 hour. You'll have a few hours on the 28th (Fri) to wrap things up before traveling to Munich.
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Munich, Germany — 2 nights

Village of a Million People

On the 29th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: don't miss a visit to Marienplatz.

To find traveler tips, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Munich trip planner.

Fly from Amsterdam to Munich in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 29°C in July, and nighttime lows around 15°C. You'll have a few hours on the 30th (Sun) to wrap things up before traveling to Innsbruck.
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Innsbruck, Austria — 1 night

Kick off your visit on the 30th (Sun): pause for some serene contemplation at Georgskapelle and then get to know the fascinating history of Maria-Theresien-Strasse.

For reviews, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Innsbruck trip maker site.

Traveling by car from Munich to Innsbruck takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In July in Innsbruck, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 16°C at night. You will have some time to spend on the 31st (Mon) before leaving for Venice.
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Venice, Italy — 1 night

City of Romance

Start off your visit on the 31st (Mon): snap pictures at Ponte di Rialto.

For traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Venice trip itinerary planning tool.

Drive from Innsbruck to Venice in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. In July, Venice is somewhat warmer than Innsbruck - with highs of 36°C and lows of 22°C. You'll have a few hours on the 1st (Tue) to wrap things up before traveling to Rome.
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Rome, Italy — 2 nights

Eternal City

Start off your visit on the 1st (Tue): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Santa Maria in Trastevere. On the 2nd (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: make a trip to Trevi Fountain.

To find maps, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Rome road trip planning website.

You can fly from Venice to Rome in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in August, and nighttime lows around 24°C. You will have some time to spend on the 3rd (Thu) before leaving for Florence.
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Florence, Italy — 1 night

Birthplace of the Italian Renaissance

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Thu): make a trip to Piazzale Michelangelo and then get to know the fascinating history of Piazza della Signoria.

To find where to stay, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Florence tour planner.

Traveling by train from Rome to Florence takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Rome in August since evenings lows in Florence dip to 20°C. You will have some time to spend on the 4th (Fri) before leaving for Lucerne.
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Lucerne, Switzerland — 1 night

To see more things to do, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, read Lucerne vacation tool.

Traveling by flight from Florence to Lucerne takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Florence in August, with highs in Lucerne at 28°C and lows at 16°C. On the 5th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Paris.
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Paris, France — 2 nights

City of Light

On the 6th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

For reviews and tourist information, use the Paris trip website.

Traveling by flight from Lucerne to Paris takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 29°C in August, and nighttime lows around 16°C. On the 7th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to London.
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London, United Kingdom — 2 nights

The Square Mile

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Mon): test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms. Keep things going the next day: admire the landmark architecture of Clarence House and then don't miss a visit to Trafalgar Square.

To find ratings, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, use the London trip itinerary builder app.

Getting from Paris to London by train takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: fly; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time to Greenwich Mean Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. When traveling from Paris in August, plan for a bit cooler days in London, with highs around 26°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 15°C. On the 9th (Wed), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Athens.
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Athens, Greece — 1 day

The Birthplace of Democracy

On the 9th (Wed), discover the deep blue sea with Nautilus Dive Center and then get the lay of the land with Walking tours.

To see photos, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Athens sightseeing planning site.

You can fly from London to Athens in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. You'll lose 2 hours traveling from London to Athens due to the time zone difference. While traveling from London, expect somewhat warmer days and warmer nights in Athens, ranging from highs of 39°C to lows of 29°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Dubai.
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates — 1 day

City of Gold

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Thu): look for gifts at Al Qasba.

To find more things to do, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Dubai travel itinerary planner.

Getting from Athens to Dubai by flight takes about 9 hours. You'll lose 2 hours traveling from Athens to Dubai due to the time zone difference. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Athens in August: high temperatures in Dubai hover around 49°C and lows are around 38°C. On the 10th (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Melbourne.
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Side Trip
Find places to stay Aug 9 — 10:
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Melbourne, Australia — 1 night

Australia's Garden City

On the 11th (Fri), walk around Woodlands Park.

To see other places to visit, reviews, maps, and tourist information, read our Melbourne trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Dubai to Melbourne takes 16.5 hours. The time zone difference moving from Gulf Standard Time (GST) to Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) is 6 hours. Plan for colder temperatures traveling from Dubai in August, with highs in Melbourne at 16°C and lows at 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) to allow time to fly back home.
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Wineries · Tours · Parks
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Mykonos travel guide

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Beaches · Landmarks · Nightlife
Island of the Winds
Local tradition claims that Mykonos, the trendiest of the Cyclades group of islands, came into existence from the petrified bodies of giants killed by the mythological hero Hercules. Named after the grandson of the god Apollo, this cosmopolitan "Ibiza of Greece" offers modern tourists a blend of glamour and simplicity. Be prepared for hip and loud dance clubs along the coastline and quieter areas farther from the water. Avoid cruise ship crowds thronging the narrow streets by exploring the small villages located in the center of the island. The easiest way to discover the island's golden beaches is by guided boat tour, private car, or motorcycle.
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Santorini travel guide

4.1
Beaches · Landmarks · Ruins
Wine Island
Known for dramatic views and romantic sunsets, the island of Santorini draws visitors with its long string of black, white, and red beaches. The largest and most significant of a small group of volcanic islands located just 200 km (120 mi) southeast of Greece's mainland, Santorini boasts just over 15,000 permanent residents. Created by a massive volcanic eruption that likely destroyed a single large island, the archipelago still features an active volcano, which saw its last eruption in the 1950s. The easiest way to explore Santorini's craggy coastline is on foot. Start by visiting the archaeological sites on the island's southwestern side, which offer a chance to discover the area's ancient past with unobstructed views of the famed volcano.
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Austria travel guide

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Situated in the Central European Alps, Austria combines an alluring bundle of elegant urban architecture, cultural centers, and dramatic landscapes. This German-speaking country of 8.5 million residents is known for its rich history, dating back to the Hapsburg Empire, as well as its art, music, and scenery. Along with the neighboring country of Switzerland, Austria serves as the winter sports capital of Europe and is home to some of the continent's most popular ski resorts. This landlocked nation draws visitors from across the globe to its mountains, historical villages, and culturally rich cities. Experience trekking in the Alps one day and drinking regional wine at a crowded pub after a day of sightseeing in the capital Vienna the next.
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