15 days in Friuli Venezia Giulia Itinerary

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Tarvisio
— 2 nights
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Sappada
— 3 nights
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Cividale del Friuli
— 2 nights
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Trieste
— 4 nights
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Lignano Sabbiadoro
— 3 nights
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Tarvisio — 2 nights

Step out of Tarvisio to go to Cavazzo Carnico and see Cavazzo Lake, which is approximately 1h 5 min away. There's lots more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Fusine Lakes, take in the awesome beauty at Mount Lussari, don't miss a visit to Predil Lake, and identify plant and animal life at Raibl International Geomineral Park.

To find other places to visit, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, read Tarvisio trip planner.

Rome to Tarvisio is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Rome in July, with highs in Tarvisio at 34°C and lows at 21°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Tue) early enough to go by car to Sappada.
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Sappada — 3 nights

Get out of town with these interesting Sappada side-trips: Sauris Lake (in Sauris), Dolomiti Adventure Park (in Forni di Sopra) and Anello delle Malghe di Lateis (in Lateis). And it doesn't end there: trek along Calvi Mountain Hut, take a stroll through Borgata Cima Sappada, get to know the fascinating history of Old Sappada, and take in the dramatic scenery at Sappada Waterfalls.

To find ratings, reviews, photos, and tourist information, go to the Sappada tour planner.

Getting from Tarvisio to Sappada by car takes about 2.5 hours. In August, daily temperatures in Sappada can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Cividale del Friuli.
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Cividale del Friuli — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Sat): identify plant and animal life at Casa delle Farfalle, then explore the historical opulence of Udine Castle, then don't miss a visit to Liberty Square, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Loggia del Lionello. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 6th (Sun): identify plant and animal life at Parco Acrobati del Sole, snap pictures at Devil's Bridge, steep yourself in history at Cividale del Friuli - UNESCO World Heritage Centre, then take in the pleasant sights at Discesa al Fiume Natisone da Borgo di Ponte, and finally look for gifts at Alimentari Scubla.

To see maps, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Cividale del Friuli day trip planning app.

Drive from Sappada to Cividale del Friuli in 2 hours. In August, daily temperatures in Cividale del Friuli can reach 33°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Trieste.
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Trieste — 4 nights

Pearl of the Adriatic

Step out of Trieste to go to Grado and see St. Euphemia's Basilica, which is approximately 1 hour away. And it doesn't end there: make a trip to Piazza dell'Unita d'Italia, explore the fascinating underground world of The Cave "Grotta Gigante", take in the architecture and atmosphere at Saint Giusto Cathedral, and step into the grandiose world of Miramare Castle-Historical Museum.

For reviews, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Trieste travel route app.

Traveling by car from Cividale del Friuli to Trieste takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in August, and nighttime lows around 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Lignano Sabbiadoro.
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Lignano Sabbiadoro — 3 nights

Change things up with these side-trips from Lignano Sabbiadoro: Marano Lagunare (Boat Tours & Water Sports & Torre Millenaria), Parkunzi (in Frisanco) and Barcis (Path of the Dint from Lake Barcis & Lake of Barcis). Next up on the itinerary: get in on the family fun at Junior Park, cool off at Aquasplash, tour the pleasant surroundings at Lignano Sabbiadoro Beach, and get outside with Doggy Beach.

Plan trip to Lignano Sabbiadoro with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.

You can drive from Trieste to Lignano Sabbiadoro in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Trieste in August, plan for slightly colder nights in Lignano Sabbiadoro, with lows around 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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Friuli Venezia Giulia travel guide

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One of five autonomous regions of Italy, Friuli Venezia Giulia is one of the country's easiest areas to tour, as it is on most of the major routes between the east and west sections of southern Europe. This region has its own distinct history, traditions, identity, and language. The majority of the inhabitants speak Friulian, as well as fluent Italian. Friuli Venezia Giulia overlooks the Adriatic Sea and is bordered by high mountains and dotted with lakes, valleys, and natural preserves, making it an ideal vacation spot for outdoor lovers. Explore the long coastline's secluded lagoons, sandy beaches, and seaside resorts on your trip.
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