8 days in Friuli Venezia Giulia Itinerary

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

Explore hidden gems such as Cathedral of Santa Maria Annunziata and Sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin of Castelmonte. Visit Basilica of Santa Maria delle Grazie and Rosazzo Abbey for their historical value. Venture out of the city with trips to La Chiesetta dei Martiri Gervasio e Protasio (in Carlino), Chiesa di S. Michele Arcangelo (in Mereto di Tomba) and Bell Tower of Aquileia (in Aquileia). There's still lots to do: head outdoors with Doggy Beach, enjoy the sea views from The Red Lighthouse, tour the pleasant surroundings at Lignano Sabbiadoro Beach, and identify plant and animal life at Riserva Naturale Valle Cavanata.

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Bologna to Lignano Sabbiadoro is an approximately 2.5-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Trieste.

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

Start off your visit on the 19th (Wed): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Il Battistero di Grado, take in the pleasant sights at Nazario Sauro Waterfront, delve into the distant past at The Archaeological Remains of the Basilica of the Court, then pause for some serene contemplation at Sanctuary of Barbana Church, then make a trip to The Port on the Natissa - World Heritage Site, and finally explore the different monuments and memorials at Cemetery To The Unknown Soldier. Here are some ideas for day two: pause for some serene contemplation at Greek Orthodox Church Saint Nicholas , head outdoors with Vicentina road, admire the striking features of Old Stock Exchange, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Parish of Santa Maria Maggiore, and finally wander the streets of Old City.

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Traveling by car from Lignano Sabbiadoro to Trieste takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in July, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) so you can go by car 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.

On the 21st (Fri), explore the different monuments and memorials at Cimitero degli Eroi di Valbruna, then look for all kinds of wild species at Orrido dello Slizza, then explore the activities along Predil Lake, and finally stroll through Raibl International Geomineral Park.

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You can drive from Trieste to Tarvisio in 2 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Tarvisio can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) to allow time to drive to Venzone.

A jewel of culture and history in a wild mountain landscape, Venzone occupies a picturesque spot in a valley created by the Tagliamento River.

On the 22nd (Sat), get to know the fascinating history of The Baptistery of Grado, contemplate the long history of Cathedral of Saint Andrea, look for all kinds of wild species at Casa delle Farfalle, then explore the world behind art at House of Illegio Exhibitions, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa Parrocchiale di San Floriano Martire.

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Getting from Tarvisio to Venzone by car takes about 1.5 hours. July in Venzone sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 21°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to go by car 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 23rd (Sun): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Zepodarkirche - Chiesa di Sant'Osvaldo, get outside with Calvi Mountain Hut, take a stroll through Borgata Cima Sappada, then admire the sheer force of Sappada Waterfalls, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Old Sappada.

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You can drive from Venzone to Sappada in 1.5 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) to allow time to drive back home.