15 days in Friuli Venezia Giulia Itinerary

Trieste is a charming old town with a quiet atmosphere often compared to eastern European cities.

Step out of Trieste to go to Duino and see Castle of Duino, which is approximately 30 minutes away. There's still lots to do: don't miss a visit to Piazza dell'Unita d'Italia, pause for some serene contemplation at Saint Giusto Cathedral, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Trieste and the Trieste Karst, and explore the activities along Trieste Gulf.

For photos, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Trieste online tour itinerary planner.

Rome to Trieste is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also take a train; or drive. When traveling from Rome in August, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in Trieste: temperatures range from 34°C by day to 23°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Cividale del Friuli.

Founded by Julius Caesar, Cividale del Friuli occupies a site probably inhabited since Paleolithic times.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Tue): explore the fascinating underground world of Caves Of Villanova, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Grotta di San Giovanni d'Antro, then snap pictures at Devil's Bridge, and finally contemplate the long history of Cividale del Friuli - UNESCO World Heritage Centre. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 16th (Wed): trek along Percorso Storico del Brestovec, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Military Memorial Redipuglia, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Chiesa Parrocchiale di San Canzian d’Isonzo.

To see ratings, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, use the Cividale del Friuli road trip site.

You can drive from Trieste to Cividale del Friuli in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. August in Cividale del Friuli sees daily highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Lignano Sabbiadoro.

With a golden sand beach that stretches for almost 8 km (5 mi), Lignano Sabbiadoro represents one of the country's finest seaside resorts.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Thu): cool off at Aquasplash, then get in on the family fun at Junior Park, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Lignano Sabbiadoro Beach.

To see ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, read Lignano Sabbiadoro road trip planning app.

You can drive from Cividale del Friuli to Lignano Sabbiadoro in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In August in Lignano Sabbiadoro, expect temperatures between 35°C during the day and 20°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Thu) so you can drive to Clauzetto.

Clauzetto is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Pordenone in the Italian region Friuli-Venezia Giulia, located about 100km northwest of Trieste and about 35km northeast of Pordenone.Clauzetto borders the following municipalities: Castelnovo del Friuli, Pinzano al Tagliamento, Tramonti di Sotto, Vito d'Asio. On the 18th (Fri), enjoy the scholastic atmosphere at Mosaic School of Friuli, make a trip to Lake of Barcis, then find something for the whole family at Parkunzi, and finally Head underground at Cave of Pradis. Keep things going the next day: take in the dramatic natural features at Falesia di Anduins (Falesia del Masarach), then identify plant and animal life at Casa delle Farfalle, then explore the activities along Cavazzo Lake, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Emerald Pools.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, use the Clauzetto day trip website.

Traveling by car from Lignano Sabbiadoro to Clauzetto takes 1.5 hours. August in Clauzetto sees daily highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough to drive to Erto e Casso.

Most visitors take a day trip to Erto e Casso from Pordenone, located about 40 km (25 mi) away.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sun): don't miss a visit to Campanile di Val Montanaia - World Heritage Site, then get in on the family fun at Tree Village, and then admire the engineering at Vajont Dam. On the next day, explore the striking landscape of Parco Regionale delle Dolomiti Friulane.

To find other places to visit, reviews, photos, and tourist information, read our Erto e Casso journey maker app.

You can drive from Clauzetto to Erto e Casso in 1.5 hours. August in Erto e Casso sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 21°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Mon) early enough to drive to Sappada.

Apart from the beauty of its mountain landscapes, Sappada also boasts a particular rural architecture of wooden houses built using an ancient technique called "blockbau." Thanks to its location in the imposing Dolomites, the village serves as a popular tourist destination in both winter and summer months.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Tue): get to know the fascinating history of Old Sappada, hike along Sentiero Naturalistico Piave, then get in on the family fun at Dolomiti Adventure Park, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Passo Del Mulo from Olbe Lakes. Keep things going the next day: admire the sheer force of Sappada Waterfalls, identify plant and animal life at Sorgenti del Piave, and then contemplate the waterfront views at L'oasi naturale di Bordaglia e Sfleons.

To find other places to visit, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Sappada sightseeing planner.

Traveling by car from Erto e Casso to Sappada takes 1.5 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 23rd (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Tarvisio.

Locals like to say Tarvisio is a modern town with an ancient soul, an understandable statement about a place with a history that goes all the way back to the early Roman times.

Tarvisio is known for nature, trails, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the waterfront views at Fusine Lakes, identify plant and animal life at Orrido dello Slizza, delve into the lush surroundings at Foresta Millenaria di Tarvisio, and trek along Sentiero degli Alberi di Risonanza.

For where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Tarvisio online trip builder.

You can drive from Sappada to Tarvisio in 2.5 hours. In August in Tarvisio, expect temperatures between 33°C during the day and 20°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly back home.