18 days in Europe Itinerary

Kutaisi is the legislative capital of Georgia, and its 3rd most populous city. Take the guesswork out of planning a Kutaisi vacation by using our trip itinerary maker.

Tbilisi to Kutaisi is an approximately 3.5-hour car ride. You can also take a bus; or take a train. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Tbilisi in January: highs in Kutaisi hover around 11°C, while lows dip to 2°C. You'll set off for Athens on the 6th (Fri).

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

Get out of town with these interesting Athens side-trips: Nafplio (Peloponnesian Folklore Foundation, Nauplion Promenade, &more). The adventure continues: get engrossed in the history at Acropolis Museum, take a stroll through Plaka, explore the world behind art at National Archaeological Museum, and explore the ancient world of Temple of Olympian Zeus.

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You can fly from Kutaisi to Athens in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, taxi, and ferry. Traveling from Kutaisi to Athens, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Kutaisi in January; daily highs in Athens reach 15°C and lows reach 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Barcelona.

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

Barcelona is known for sightseeing, parks, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: make a trip to Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, walk around Parc Guell, take a stroll through Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic), and shop like a local with La Boqueria.

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You can fly from Athens to Barcelona in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Athens to Barcelona is minus 1 hour. In January in Barcelona, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 7°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sun) so you can fly to Palma de Mallorca.

Majorca, or Mallorca, is largest island in the Balearic Islands archipelago.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Mon): don't miss a visit to Placa Major Mallorca, make a trip to Passeig des Born, view the masterpieces at Gallery Corner, take an exotic tour of Off Road E-scooter Tour, then pause for some serene contemplation at Catedral de Mallorca, and finally look for gifts at La Pajarita. On the next day, explore the historical opulence of Castell de Bellver, then observe the fascinating underwater world at Palma Aquarium, then take in the awesome beauty at Serra de Tramuntana, and finally get great views at Mirador Sa Foradada.

For more things to do, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Palma de Mallorca visit planner.

Traveling by flight from Barcelona to Palma de Mallorca takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. In January in Palma de Mallorca, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) early enough to fly to Rome.

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.

Rome is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the ancient world of Colosseum, admire the masterpieces at Vatican Museums, contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, and don't miss a visit to Piazza Navona.

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Traveling by flight from Palma de Mallorca to Rome takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and train; or do a combination of ferry and taxi. In January in Rome, expect temperatures between 15°C during the day and 4°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) early enough to fly to Athens.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sun): admire the striking features of The Academy of Athens, indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink, and then take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

To find maps, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, read our Athens vacation planning app.

You can fly from Rome to Athens in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train, ferry, and bus. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Rome to Athens due to the time zone difference. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Kutaisi.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Mon): ponder the design of Colchis Fountain, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Gelati Monastery, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Motsameta Monastery.

To find maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Kutaisi online road trip planner.

Fly from Athens to Kutaisi in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of ferry, taxi, and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Athens to Kutaisi. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Athens in January; daily highs in Kutaisi reach 11°C and lows reach 2°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) early enough to go by car back home.