26 days in Croatia & Italy Itinerary
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Start: Melbourne, Australia
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Zagreb, Croatia
— 5 nights
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Opatija, Croatia
— 2 nights
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Venice, Italy
— 2 nights
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Florence, Italy
— 3 nights
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Rome, Italy
— 4 nights
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Split, Croatia
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Makarska, Croatia
— 1 night
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Split, Croatia
— 1 day
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Makarska, Croatia
— 4 nights
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Dubrovnik, Croatia
— 3 nights
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End: Melbourne, Australia
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Zagreb, Croatia — 5 nights
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Little Vienna
You've added Kula Lotrščak, King Tomislav Square, Mirogoj Cemetery, and other attractions to your itinerary. You'll discover tucked-away gems like St. Mark's Church and Zagreb City Museum. Get a sense of the local culture at Upper Town (Gornji Grad) and Archaeological Museum in Zagreb.
For traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Zagreb travel route tool.
Melbourne, Australia to Zagreb is an approximately 26-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is minus 9 hours. While traveling from Melbourne, expect warmer days and somewhat warmer nights in Zagreb, ranging from highs of 30°C to lows of 15°C. On the 5th (Wed), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Opatija.
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For traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Zagreb travel route tool.
Melbourne, Australia to Zagreb is an approximately 26-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is minus 9 hours. While traveling from Melbourne, expect warmer days and somewhat warmer nights in Zagreb, ranging from highs of 30°C to lows of 15°C. On the 5th (Wed), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Opatija.
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Opatija, Croatia — 2 nights
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You've added Madonna del Mare Statue, Maiden With The Seagull, The Angiolina Park - Villa Angiolina, and other attractions to your itinerary. On the 5th (Wed), pause for some photo ops at Madonna del Mare Statue, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Jacob's Church, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Katedrala Sv. Jakov, and finally don't miss a visit to Maiden With The Seagull. Keep things going the next day: get to know the fascinating history of Lungo Mare and then stroll around The Angiolina Park - Villa Angiolina.
For more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Opatija trip planner.
Traveling by car from Zagreb to Opatija takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Zagreb in July, Opatija is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 25°C. You'll have a few hours on the 7th (Fri) to wrap things up before traveling to Venice.
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For more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Opatija trip planner.
Traveling by car from Zagreb to Opatija takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Zagreb in July, Opatija is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 25°C. You'll have a few hours on the 7th (Fri) to wrap things up before traveling to Venice.
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Venice, Italy — 2 nights
City of Romance
Your day by day itinerary now includes Ponte di Rialto, Teatro La Fenice and Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana. Kick off your visit on the 7th (Fri): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute and then take a stroll through Dorsoduro. On the 8th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: make a trip to Basilica di San Marco, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza San Marco, browse the collection at Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana, examine the collection at Doge's Palace, then contemplate the waterfront views at Canal Grande, and finally take in the views from Ponte di Rialto.
To find other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Venice trip itinerary tool.
Getting from Opatija to Venice by car takes about 3 hours. July in Venice sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 22°C at night. On the 9th (Sun), you'll travel to Florence.
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To find other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Venice trip itinerary tool.
Getting from Opatija to Venice by car takes about 3 hours. July in Venice sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 22°C at night. On the 9th (Sun), you'll travel to Florence.
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Florence, Italy — 3 nights
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Birthplace of the Italian Renaissance
Your day by day itinerary now includes Piazzale Michelangelo as well as Gallerie Degli Uffizi. Popular historic sites such as Loggia dei Lanzi and Basilica of Santa Croce are in your itinerary. Do some cultural sightseeing at Florence Academy of Fine Arts and Piazza del Duomo. Next up on the itinerary: get a sense of history and politics at Palazzo Vecchio.
To see where to stay, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Florence road trip website.
Drive from Venice to Florence in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 35°C in July, and nighttime lows around 21°C. On the 12th (Wed), you'll travel to Rome.
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To see where to stay, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Florence road trip website.
Drive from Venice to Florence in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 35°C in July, and nighttime lows around 21°C. On the 12th (Wed), you'll travel to Rome.
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Rome, Italy — 4 nights
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Eternal City
Explore hidden gems such as Basilica di San Pietro in Vincoli and Basilica Papale San Paolo fuori le Mura. Do your shopping at Serra and Happio. And it doesn't end there: take in the spiritual surroundings of Cupola di San Pietro, appreciate the extensive heritage of Centro Storico Associazione Centro Storico, explore the world behind art at Palazzo Colonna - Galleria Colonna, and delve into the distant past at Colosseum.
To see ratings, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Rome day trip app.
You can take a train from Florence to Rome in 2.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in July, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to fly to Split.
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To see ratings, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Rome day trip app.
You can take a train from Florence to Rome in 2.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in July, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to fly to Split.
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Sportiest City in the World
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Traveling by flight from Rome to Split takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train and ferry. In July, daytime highs in Split are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. On the 16th (Sun), you're off to Makarska.
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Traveling by flight from Rome to Split takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train and ferry. In July, daytime highs in Split are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. On the 16th (Sun), you're off to Makarska.
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Makarska, Croatia — 1 night
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On the 16th (Sun), examine the collection at Shells Museum Malakoloski Muzej, take in the pleasant sights at Makarska Harbour, and then appreciate the history behind Kacic Square.
To find more things to do, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Makarska road trip planner.
Drive from Split to Makarska in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. July in Makarska sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 26°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can drive to Split.
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To find more things to do, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Makarska road trip planner.
Drive from Split to Makarska in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. July in Makarska sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 26°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can drive to Split.
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Split, Croatia — 1 day
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Sportiest City in the World
Kick off your visit on the 17th (Mon): enjoy the sand and surf at Bacvice Beach, take an in-depth tour of Etnografski muzej Split, explore the world behind art at Jaman Art, then examine the collection at Diocletians Dream, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Church of St. Roko, and finally admire the striking features of Cathedral of Saint Domnius.
To see where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Split road trip planning app.
You can drive from Makarska to Split in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to drive to Makarska.
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To see where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Split road trip planning app.
You can drive from Makarska to Split in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to drive to Makarska.
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Makarska, Croatia — 4 nights
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Get outdoors at Tucepi Beach and Slatina Beach. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Brela Beach and The Church of St. Michael. Step out of Makarska with an excursion to Birgmaier Sub in Podgora--about 36 minutes away. See even more of Makarska: kick back and relax at Beach Drasnice, relax and rejuvenate at Wellness & Spa Carpe Diem, tour the pleasant surroundings at Park Suma Osejava, and get outside with Rent a Bike & E-Bike Momentum Makarska.
To find other places to visit, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Makarska online day trip planner.
Traveling by car from Split to Makarska takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can drive to Dubrovnik.
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To find other places to visit, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Makarska online day trip planner.
Traveling by car from Split to Makarska takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can drive to Dubrovnik.
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Dubrovnik, Croatia — 3 nights
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Pearl of the Adriatic
Take a break from the city and head to Waterskiing & Jetskiing and Banje Beach. Museum-lovers will get to explore Art by Stjepko and Upper Corner Tower Foundry Museum. The adventure continues: get to know the fascinating history of Walls of Dubrovnik, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of the Holy Annunciation, get your bearings at The Franciscan Church and Monastery, and admire the landmark architecture of Prijeko street.
To find reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Dubrovnik online trip itinerary maker.
You can drive from Makarska to Dubrovnik in 3 hours. Another option is to take a bus. July in Dubrovnik sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 24°C at night. You'll set off for home on the 24th (Mon).
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To find reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Dubrovnik online trip itinerary maker.
You can drive from Makarska to Dubrovnik in 3 hours. Another option is to take a bus. July in Dubrovnik sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 24°C at night. You'll set off for home on the 24th (Mon).
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Croatia travel guide
Once situated on the edge of empires between the Balkans and Central Europe, Croatia represents a land of great natural diversity and rich cultural heritage. Croatian cultural tourism relies on the charming juxtaposition of contrasts. Venetian palaces sit next to Napoleonic forts, Viennese mansions face Socialist Realist sculpture, and early Slavic churches built on the sites of ancient Roman settlements offer countless sightseeing opportunities. Croatia's museums present the main stages of the history of Europe. The country's sapphire seawater and long coastline speckled with islands draws visitors, as do numerous nature reserves, marinas, ancient fortified towns, and sandy and rocky beaches. In recent years, Croatia's shoreline has become a famed center for nautical tourism and naturism, and is a promising diving destination. Hikers explore outdoor landscapes of canyons, underground grottoes, dramatic waterfalls, stony peaks, and scenic lakes of the Dinaric Alps, which hug the coastline. Inland areas showcase mountain resorts, national parks, pine forests, vineyards, and spas.
Italy travel guide
Italy is a land of high fashion, fine art, exquisite architecture, luxury sports cars, outstanding cuisine--and an insatiable taste for "la dolce vita." It's also home to the greatest number of World Heritage Sites in the world, making it an ideal place for your next holiday. The country boasts a varied landscape of mountain ranges, alpine lakes, and coastal towns, so it's no wonder travelers often refer to it as the bel paese (beautiful country). With so many places to visit, visitors often have a difficult time planning their itinerary. The smaller villages each feature a distinct character and a blend of architecture, art, and cuisine. In the country, you'll find countless archeological sites dating back to Roman times and beyond. The country's cities and seaside resorts are cosmopolitan powerhouses with museums, galleries, restaurants, shops, open-air markets, and pedestrian-friendly historic areas.
