48 days in Asia & Europe Itinerary

Witness the vibrant skyline of Hong Kong, an impressive urban territory on the southern coast of China.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Wed): stroll around Nan Lian Garden and then get in on the family fun at Hong Kong Disneyland.

For photos, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, read Hong Kong trip planner .

Sydney, Australia to Hong Kong is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and train; or do a combination of flight, subway, and train. The time zone difference moving from Australian Eastern Standard Time (New South Wales) to Hong Kong Time is minus 2 hours. Expect warmer temperatures when traveling from Sydney in August; daily highs in Hong Kong reach 38°C and lows reach 32°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) so you can travel to Dubai.

Take a holiday in Dubai to experience a mix of excitement, entertainment, and relaxation.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Thu): admire the striking features of Burj Khalifa, take in the spiritual surroundings of Jumeirah Mosque, and then zoom along the surf with a waterskiing or jet-skiing adventure.

To see where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Dubai road trip website .

Traveling by flight from Hong Kong to Dubai takes 12 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, subway, and flight; or do a combination of flight and shuttle. You'll gain 4 hours traveling from Hong Kong to Dubai due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Hong Kong in August, expect Dubai to be a bit warmer, temps between 49°C and 38°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) so you can travel to Istanbul.

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 museums, historic sites, shopping, nature, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: get engrossed in the history at Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya), take a stroll through Ortakoy, enjoy breathtaking views from Galata Tower, and admire the landmark architecture of Dolmabahce Palace.

To see more things to do, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Istanbul online trip itinerary maker .

Traveling by flight from Dubai to Istanbul takes 8 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and shuttle; or do a combination of shuttle and flight. The time zone difference moving from Gulf Standard Time to Eastern European Time is minus 1 hour. Expect much colder temperatures when traveling from Dubai in August; daily highs in Istanbul reach 34°C and lows reach 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Mon) early enough to travel to Gallipoli.

The Gallipoli peninsula is located in the southern part of East Thrace, the European part of Turkey, with the Aegean Sea to the west and the Dardanelles strait to the east.Gallipoli is the Italian form of the Greek name "Καλλίπολις" (Kallípolis), meaning "Beautiful City", the original name of the modern town of Gelibolu. Kick off your visit on the 1st (Tue): take in the history at Gallipoli National Park.

To see photos, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Gallipoli travel route planning tool .

Traveling by car from Istanbul to Gallipoli takes 3.5 hours. In August in Gallipoli, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Tue) early enough to travel to Kusadasi.

Unreservedly dedicated to tourism, Kusadasi sits on the Aegean coastline and acts as a gateway to the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the country's major Greco-Roman archaeological sites.

Kusadasi is known for beaches, theme parks, shopping, nature, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: delve into the distant past at Bibliotheque de Celsus, contemplate the long history of Panionion, browse the eclectic array of goods at Kuşadası Market, and cool off at Adaland.

To see ratings, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Kusadasi trip planner .

You can drive from Gallipoli to Kusadasi in 6.5 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Gallipoli to Kusadasi is minus 1 hour. September in Kusadasi sees daily highs of 33°C and lows of 24°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) early enough to drive to Marmaris.

One of Turkey's major port towns and tourist resorts, Marmaris sits on the stretch of the Mediterranean coastline popularly known as the "Turkish Riviera." Nestled between verdant mountain ranges and the sea, Marmaris draws sailors and divers from around the globe, its marinas packed with private yachts and tour boats.

On the 5th (Sat), cool off at Marmaris Atlantis Waterpark and then contemplate the waterfront views at Dalyan Nehri.

To see more things to do, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Marmaris trip planning tool .

Getting from Kusadasi to Marmaris by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Time (EET) to Eastern European Time (EET) is 1 hour. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Kusadasi in September since evenings lows in Marmaris dip to 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) early enough to travel to Lindos.

A medieval settlement on the island of Rhodes, Lindos provides a mix of ancient history and modern attractions.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Sun): contemplate the long history of Village of Lindos, look for gifts at Kori Lindos, and then kick back and relax at Lindos Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: kick back and relax at Agathi Beach, explore the engaging exhibits at Rodos Nature - Folklore Museum, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Tsambika Beach.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Lindos trip planner .

Getting from Marmaris to Lindos by combination of ferry and taxi takes about 2 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and bus. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Time (EET) to Eastern European Time (EET) is minus 1 hour. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Marmaris in September since evenings lows in Lindos dip to 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) so you can travel to Chania Town.

The place where Cretan and Venetian cultures merged in the 13th century, Chania Town attracts throngs of tourists with its well-preserved medieval harbor.

Venture out of the city with trips to Falassarna Beach (in Falassarna) and Rethymnon (The Venetian Fortezza & Rethymnon Old Town). There's much more to do: don't miss a visit to Old Venetian Harbor, examine the collection at Greek National Football Museum, learn about all things military at Maritime Museum of Crete, and take in breathtaking views at Samaria Gorge National Park.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, use the Chania Town day trip app .

Getting from Lindos to Chania Town by combination of bus, flight, and shuttle takes about 7 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and flight; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Traveling from Lindos in September, Chania Town is slightly colder at night with lows of 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Agios Nikolaos.

A tour of Agios Nikolaos leads visitors through charming neighborhoods with white washed houses, squares with taverns, steep pedestrian streets, and sea as a backdrop, ideal for exploration on foot.

Explore Agios Nikolaos' surroundings by going to Cretaquarium - Thalassocosmos (in Gournes), Heraklion Archaeological Museum (in Heraklion) and The Palace of Knossos (in Knosos). There's still lots to do: head off the coast to Fortress Spinalonga, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Ekklisia Agios Andreas, stop by Elia Traditional Products, and kick back and relax at Voulisma Beach.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, read our Agios Nikolaos trip builder app .

Getting from Chania Town to Agios Nikolaos by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a shuttle; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in September, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) so you can travel to Fira.

Fira, the busy capital of Santorini, sits on the very edge of a volcanic caldera.

Fira is known for nightlife, museums, spas, historic sites, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: explore the ancient world of Akrotiri, take some stellar pictures from Sunset in Oia, kick back and relax at Kamari Beach, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Red Beach.

For where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Fira online trip itinerary maker .

Getting from Agios Nikolaos to Fira by combination of taxi and ferry takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and ferry; or do a combination of shuttle and flight. Traveling from Agios Nikolaos in September, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Fira, with lows of 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Athens.

One of the world's most ancient cities, Athens remains Europe's undisputed historical and cultural capital.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Thu): delve into the distant past at Acropolis of Athens, then pause for some photo ops at Erechtheion, then delve into the distant past at Temple of Olympian Zeus, and finally take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum. On the next day, get engrossed in the history at National Archaeological Museum, explore the world behind art at Benaki Museum, and then take a stroll through Plaka.

To find photos, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Athens tour builder app .

Fly from Fira to Athens in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry; or do a combination of ferry, taxi, and flight. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in September, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough to travel 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.

Step out of Dubrovnik to go to Cavtat and see Cavtat Old Town, which is approximately 34 minutes away. There's still lots to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Dubrovnik City Walls, enjoy breathtaking views from Upper Corner Tower Foundry Museum, head off the coast to Island of Lokrum, and see the interesting displays at War Photo Limited.

To see maps, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Dubrovnik route app .

Traveling by flight from Athens to Dubrovnik takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Athens to Dubrovnik. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Athens in September: high temperatures in Dubrovnik hover around 29°C and lows are around 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sat) so you can go by car to Zadar.

Sibenik, the oldest Croatian city on the coast, sits as a naturally protected harbor.

Venture out of the city with trips to Hilltop 15th Century Church of St. George in Old Town Primosten (in Primosten) and Trogir (Speed Boats Tours & Historic City of Trogir). There's much more to do: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Krka National Park, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Aquarium Terrarium Sibenik, contemplate the long history of The Cathedral of St James in Sibenik, and identify plant and animal life at Sokolarski Raptor Centre.

For ratings, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Sibenik trip planner.

Getting from Dubrovnik to Sibenik by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and bus; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in September, and nighttime lows around 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Tue) early enough to catcht the bus to Zadar.

Situated along the Adriatic Sea, Zadar preserves a medieval old town that is entirely contained on a peninsula.

On the 29th (Tue), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Zadar Cathedral, don't miss a visit to The Forum, and then get some thrills on the water with a speed boat tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 30th (Wed): make a trip to Paseo Maritimo, make a trip to Zadar Land City Gates, then steep yourself in history at Church of St. Donat, then don't miss a visit to Sea Organ (Morske Orgulje), and finally see the interesting displays at Museum of Illusions.

For maps, reviews, and tourist information, read our Zadar trip itinerary builder tool .

Getting from Sibenik to Zadar by bus takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. Traveling from Sibenik in September, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Zadar, with lows of 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) early enough to travel to Zagreb.

Zagreb boasts a combination of Austro-Hungarian and Socialist architecture, but it is beloved for its outdoor cafe culture.

Zagreb is known for museums, historic sites, fun & games, nightlife, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: get the lay of the land with Walking tours, have fun and explore at Museum of Illusions, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Mark's Church (Crkva sv. Marka), and wander the streets of Upper Town (Gornji Grad).

To see more things to do, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Zagreb road trip planner.

You can fly from Zadar to Zagreb in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Zadar in October, you will find days in Zagreb are little chillier (19°C), and nights are about the same (8°C). Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) early enough to travel to Dubai.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Sun): appreciate the extensive heritage of Bastakia Quarter and then browse the different shops at The Dubai Mall. Keep things going the next day: look for gifts at Dubai Gold Souk, take an in-depth tour of Al Fahidi Fort, then cool off at Wild Wadi Waterpark, and finally admire the striking features of Emirates Towers.

To see other places to visit, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Dubai vacation builder .

Getting from Zagreb to Dubai by flight takes about 9.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of shuttle and flight. Traveling from Zagreb to Dubai, you'll lose 3 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Zagreb in October, things will get warmer in Dubai: highs are around 41°C and lows about 32°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Mon) early enough to travel to Singapore.

A Singapore vacation reveals the many charms of a leading city-state and regional hub of culture, retail, and tourism.

Change things up with these side-trips from Singapore: Sentosa Island (Universal Studios Singapore & S.E.A. Aquarium). There's much more to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Gardens by the Bay, appreciate the history behind Merlion Park, shop like a local with Orchard Road, and explore the activities along Marina Bay.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, read Singapore trip maker site .

Getting from Dubai to Singapore by flight takes about 10.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of shuttle and flight. Traveling from Dubai to Singapore, you'll lose 4 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Dubai in October, plan for little chillier days and about the same nights in Singapore: temperatures range from 38°C by day to 30°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.