36 days in Europe Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Europe trip itinerary maker
Start: Melbourne, Australia
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Fira, Greece
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Barcelona, Spain
— 7 nights
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Istanbul, Turkey
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Kemer, Turkey
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Kalkan, Turkey
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Bodrum City, Turkey
— 4 nights
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End: Melbourne, Australia
Tue, Jul 11 - Tue, Aug 15
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Fira, Greece — 5 nights
Fira, the busy capital of Santorini, sits on the very edge of a volcanic caldera.Fira is known for nightlife, wineries, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: delve into the distant past at Akrotiri, kick back and relax at Red Beach, trek along Ekklisia Theoskepasti hiking trail, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Perissa Black Sand Beach.
For where to stay, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, read our Fira trip planner.
Melbourne, Australia to Fira is an approximately 24.5-hour flight. You'll gain 8 hours traveling from Melbourne to Fira due to the time zone difference. In July, Fira is much hotter than Melbourne - with highs of 35°C and lows of 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can fly to Barcelona.
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Barcelona, Spain — 7 nights
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Jewel of the Mediterranean
Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Barcelona: Blanes (Platja de Blanes & Font Gotica), Lloret de Mar (Fenals Beach, Parochial Rectory, &more) and Tossa de Mar (Ava Gardner Statue, Vila Vella (Old Town), &more). There's lots more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, take a stroll through Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic), whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Barcelona Cathedral.
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Fly from Fira to Barcelona in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry, taxi, and bus. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Standard Time (EET) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is minus 1 hour. In July, daytime highs in Barcelona are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) to allow time to fly to Amsterdam.
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands — 7 nights
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Venice of the North
Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.You'll find plenty of places to visit near Amsterdam: Edam Cheese market (in Edam), The Hague (Binnenhof & Ridderzaal (Inner Court & Hall of the Knights) & The Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery) and Royal Delft - Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles (in Delft). There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at Van Gogh Museum, take a stroll through Leiden Square (Leidseplein), stroll around Vondelpark, and stop by The Jordaan.
To see photos, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, read Amsterdam trip itinerary builder website.
Traveling by flight from Barcelona to Amsterdam takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Barcelona in July: high temperatures in Amsterdam hover around 26°C and lows are around 16°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Istanbul.
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Istanbul, Turkey — 6 nights
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Queen of Cities
A physical and cultural bridge between Europe and Asia, the transcontinental city of Istanbul serves as a living reminder of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.Istanbul is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hagia Sophia Mosque, admire the striking features of Dolmabahce Palace, stop by Ortakoy, and take an in-depth tour of Galata Tower.
To see photos, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Istanbul trip maker app.
You can fly from Amsterdam to Istanbul in 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Amsterdam to Istanbul. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Amsterdam in July; daily highs in Istanbul reach 34°C and lows reach 23°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Kemer.
Kemer, Turkey — 2 nights
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Situated on the Turkish Riviera, Kemer represents a coastal Mediterranean resort set against a dramatic mountainous backdrop.On the 6th (Sun), visit Kaleici, then explore the ancient world of Hadrian's Gate, and then walk around Karnaval Park. On the 7th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate the long history of Phaselis, then discover the deep blue sea with Blue World Diving Center, and then explore the wealth of natural beauty at Beydaglari Sahil Milli Parki.
For other places to visit, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Kemer trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Istanbul to Kemer takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Istanbul in August, you will find days in Kemer are a bit warmer (41°C), and nights are about the same (28°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Kalkan.
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Kalkan, Turkey — 3 nights
Little more than a quaint fishing village until the 1920s, in the last few decades Kalkan has managed to grow into an upscale vacation destination without succumbing to the pitfalls of mass tourism.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Kalkan: Kas (Kaputas Beach, Spa Marin, &more), Tersane Koyu (in Kekova) and Kekova Island (in Demre (Kale)). It doesn't end there: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports and delve into the distant past at Patara Amphitheatre.
To see other places to visit, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, use the Kalkan trip itinerary planner.
You can drive from Kemer to Kalkan in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a bus. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Kemer in August, with highs in Kalkan at 38°C and lows at 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Bodrum City.
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Bodrum City, Turkey — 4 nights
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St.-Tropez of Turkey
More than a million tourists visit Bodrum City each year, drawn by its sandy beaches and luxury hotels.Take a break from Bodrum City with a short trip to Sevket Sabanci Kultur ve Sanat Merkezi in Turgutreis, about 32 minutes away. There's still lots to do: get outside with Aquapro Dive Center, do a tasting at Vinbodrum, explore the world behind art at Zeki Muren Arts Museum, and look for gifts at Socrates.
Make your Bodrum City itinerary with Inspirock to find out what to see and where to go.
Drive from Kalkan to Bodrum City in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Kalkan in August; daily highs in Bodrum City reach 43°C and lows reach 29°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Mon) early enough to fly back home.
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Santorini travel guide
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.
Antalya Province travel guide
Once a land of ancient cities, Antalya Province lies along the Mediterranean coast and is now home to Turkey's largest international sea resort. Tour the narrow, cobbled streets and historical houses in the province's eponymous city, or pay a visit to the World Heritage Site of Xanthos. Ancient cities and ruins scattered throughout the province give it its historical character. The 657 km (408 mi) long shoreline offers plenty of space to relax along its immaculate beaches and ports. Fill your holiday itinerary with a yacht tour, game of golf, rock climbing, and bird-watching.
