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30 days in Europe Itinerary
Start: Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Fly:
16h
1
Istanbul, Turkey
— 5 nights
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Fly:
5h 45min
2
Vienna, Austria
— 3 nights
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Fly:
4h 45min
3
Sofia, Bulgaria
— 1 night
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Drive:
3h 15min
4
Skopje, Republic of Macedonia
— 1 night
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Drive:
2h 45min
5
Ohrid, Republic of Macedonia
— 1 night
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shuttle:
2h 15min
6
Tirana, Albania
— 1 night
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Drive:
3h 15min
7
Budva, Montenegro
— 1 night
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Drive:
30min
8
Kotor, Montenegro
— 1 night
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Drive:
3h
9
Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
— 1 night
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train:
2h
10
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
— 2 nights
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4h 45min
11
Bihac, Bosnia and Herzegovina
— 1 night
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Drive:
3h
12
Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia
— 1 night
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bus:
2h
13
Zagreb, Croatia
— 2 nights
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Drive:
3h 45min
14
Venice, Italy
— 4 nights
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train:
2h 30min
15
Milan, Italy
— 3 nights
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End: Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
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Istanbul, Turkey
5
nights

Queen of Cities
A physical and cultural bridge between Europe and Asia, the transcontinental city of Istanbul serves as a living reminder of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.Visit Sultan Ahmed Mosque and Suleymaniye Cami for their historical value. Get a sense of the local culture at Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya) and Basilica Cistern. The adventure continues: take an in-depth tour of Topkapi Palace, wander the streets of Ortakoy, admire the masterpieces at Istanbul Modern Museum, and enjoy breathtaking views from Galata Tower.
To find reviews, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Istanbul road trip planning site .
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia to Istanbul is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and shuttle; or do a combination of flight and bus. Traveling from Kota Kinabalu to Istanbul, you'll gain 5 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Kota Kinabalu in April, expect Istanbul to be much colder, temps between 20°C and 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Vienna.
Things to do in Istanbul
Find places to stay Apr 9 — 14:
Highlights from your plan

Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya)
1:30pm, Tue Apr 10

Sultan Ahmed Mosque
3:30pm, Wed Apr 11

Basilica Cistern
12:30pm, Wed Apr 11
3
nights
Vienna, Austria
3
nights

City of Dreams
The cultural, economic, and political center of the country, Vienna has developed from its early Celtic and Roman roots into a medieval and Baroque city, with an old town that was designated a World Heritage Site in 2001.Visit Belvedere Palace and Schottenkirche for their historical value. Get some cultural insight at Schonbrunn Palace and Imperial Palace (Hofburg). There's much more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Stephen's Cathedral, admire the masterpieces at Albertina, see the interesting displays at Judenplatz Holocaust Memorial, and take a stroll through Historic Center of Vienna.
Make your Vienna itinerary with Inspirock to find out what to see and where to go.
Getting from Istanbul to Vienna by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of shuttle and flight; or drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Istanbul to Vienna is minus 2 hours. In April in Vienna, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 6°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 17th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Sofia.
Things to do in Vienna
Find places to stay Apr 14 — 17:
Highlights from your plan

Schonbrunn Palace
10:00am, Sun Apr 15

Belvedere Palace
3:30pm, Mon Apr 16

St. Stephen's Cathedral
2:30pm, Sat Apr 14
1
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Sofia, Bulgaria
1
night

Spend time in one of Europe's oldest cities, the vibrant Bulgarian capital of Sofia.On the 18th (Wed), admire the landmark architecture of Saint Nedelja Church, then test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, then pause for some serene contemplation at Sveti Sedmochislenitsi Church, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral Saint Alexandar Nevski.
Use Inspirock's suggestions to plan your Sofia trip and find the best activities and attractions for your vacation.
You can fly from Vienna to Sofia in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. The time zone changes from Central European Time to Eastern European Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. In April in Sofia, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 5°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Skopje.
Things to do in Sofia
Find places to stay Apr 17 — 18:
Highlights from your plan

Cathedral Saint Alexandar Nevski
2:30pm, Wed Apr 18

Sveti Sedmochislenitsi Church
1:00pm, Wed Apr 18

Saint Nedelja Church
10:00am, Wed Apr 18
1
night
Skopje, Republic of Macedonia
1
night

A melting pot of cultures from Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and Yugoslavian rule, Skopje serves as the nation's eclectic capital.Kick off your visit on the 19th (Thu): appreciate the history behind Millennium Cross, then take in the views from The Stone Bridge, and then admire the striking features of Daut Pasha Hamam.
To find reviews, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Skopje driving holiday planner.
You can drive from Sofia to Skopje in 3.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. The time zone changes from Eastern European Time to Central European Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. In April, daily temperatures in Skopje can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 6°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Ohrid.
Things to do in Skopje
Find places to stay Apr 18 — 19:
Highlights from your plan

Daut Pasha Hamam
2:00pm, Thu Apr 19

The Stone Bridge
12:30pm, Thu Apr 19

Millennium Cross
10:30am, Thu Apr 19
1
night
Ohrid, Republic of Macedonia
1
night

Jerusalem of the Balkans
Located on Lake Ohrid, the town of Ohrid earned the nickname Jerusalem of the Balkans because it was once home to 365 churches.On the 20th (Fri), don't miss a visit to Samoil's Fortress, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Plaoshnik, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Jovan Kaneo.
To find other places to visit, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Ohrid trip itinerary maker .
Traveling by car from Skopje to Ohrid takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Skopje in April, expect nights in Ohrid to be about the same, around 6°C, while days are little chillier, around 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Fri) to allow enough time to take a shuttle to Tirana.
Things to do in Ohrid
Find places to stay Apr 19 — 20:
Highlights from your plan

St. Jovan Kaneo
2:00pm, Fri Apr 20

Plaoshnik
11:30am, Fri Apr 20

Samoil's Fortress
10:00am, Fri Apr 20
1
night
Tirana, Albania
1
night

Tirana, the largest city in Albania, represents one a lively and fast-paced metropolis.Kick off your visit on the 21st (Sat): don't miss a visit to Skanderbeg Square, then appreciate the history behind Skanderbeg Statue, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Grand Park (Parku i Madh), and finally get engrossed in the history at National History Museum.
To see other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Tirana trip planner .
You can take a shuttle from Ohrid to Tirana in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Ohrid in April, plan for somewhat warmer days in Tirana, with highs around 24°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) early enough to drive to Budva.
Things to do in Tirana
Find places to stay Apr 20 — 21:
Highlights from your plan

National History Museum
1:30pm, Sat Apr 21

Skanderbeg Square
10:00am, Sat Apr 21

Grand Park (Parku i Madh)
12:00pm, Sat Apr 21
1
night
Budva, Montenegro
1
night

Montenegro's top tourist destination, Budva draws big crowds with its pulsating nightlife and sun-kissed beaches.Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sun): kick back and relax at Becici Beach, then contemplate the long history of Citadela Fortress, then make a trip to Budva City Walls, and finally steep yourself in history at Altstadt (Old Town) Budva.
For other places to visit, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Budva visit planning site .
You can drive from Tirana to Budva in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and car; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in April, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sun) so you can go by car to Kotor.
Things to do in Budva
Side Trip
Becici Beach
Find places to stay Apr 21 — 22:
Highlights from your plan

Becici Beach
10:00am, Sun Apr 22

Altstadt (Old Town) Budva
2:30pm, Sun Apr 22

Citadela Fortress
1:00pm, Sun Apr 22
1
night
Kotor, Montenegro
1
night

Bride of the Adriatic Sea
Perched on the edge of a fjord-like bay rimmed by rugged mountains, Kotor grew around a medieval settlement purposely built like a maze.Start off your visit on the 23rd (Mon): explore the activities along Bay of Kotor, pause for some serene contemplation at R.K.C. Gospa od Škrpjela, and then make a trip to City Walls.
For other places to visit, ratings, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Kotor trip itinerary planning tool .
Kotor is just a stone's throw from Budva. In April, daily temperatures in Kotor can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) so you can go by car to Mostar.
Things to do in Kotor
Side Trip
R.K.C. Gospa od Škrpjela
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R.K.C. Gospa od Škrpjela
12:30pm, Mon Apr 23

City Walls
1:30pm, Mon Apr 23

Bay of Kotor
10:30am, Mon Apr 23
1
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Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
1
night

Famed for its 16th-century bridge, Mostar boasts a rich cultural and architectural heritage.On the 24th (Tue), steep yourself in history at Sniper Tower, steep yourself in history at Biscevica Kuca (Biscevic House), then take in the exciting artwork at Art Studio Pandur, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Koskin-Mehmed Pasha's Mosque, and finally snap pictures at Old Bridge (Stari Most).
To see photos, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, read Mostar day trip tool .
Getting from Kotor to Mostar by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus. In April in Mostar, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 9°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) so you can catch the train to Sarajevo.
Things to do in Mostar
Find places to stay Apr 23 — 24:
Highlights from your plan

Old Bridge (Stari Most)
3:00pm, Tue Apr 24

Biscevica Kuca (Biscevic House)
11:30am, Tue Apr 24

Sniper Tower
10:00am, Tue Apr 24
2
nights
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
2
nights

Jerusalem of Europe
Nearly destroyed by war during the 1990s, the riverside city of Sarajevo now serves as one of the region's major educational, cultural, and commercial hubs.Start off your visit on the 25th (Wed): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Katedrala Srca Isusova, take an in-depth tour of Museum Of Crimes Against Humanity And Genocide 1992-1995, then steep yourself in history at Sebilj Brunnen (Fountain), then get engrossed in the history at War Childhood Museum, and finally contemplate the long history of Bascarsija.
To find other places to visit, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Sarajevo route tool .
Getting from Mostar to Sarajevo by train takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Thu) early enough to drive to Bihac.
Things to do in Sarajevo
Find places to stay Apr 24 — 26:
Highlights from your plan

War Childhood Museum
2:00pm, Wed Apr 25

Bascarsija
3:30pm, Wed Apr 25

Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque
10:00am, Wed Apr 25
1
night
Bihac, Bosnia and Herzegovina
1
night

Bihać is a city on the River Una in northwestern Bosnia and Herzegovina, in the Bosanska Krajina region. Kick off your visit on the 26th (Thu): contemplate the waterfront views at Una National Park and then step into the grandiose world of Ostrozac Castle.
To see traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Bihac day trip tool .
Traveling by car from Sarajevo to Bihac takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight, bus, and car; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in Bihac can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to Plitvice Lakes National Park.
To see traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Bihac day trip tool .
Traveling by car from Sarajevo to Bihac takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight, bus, and car; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in Bihac can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to Plitvice Lakes National Park.
Things to do in Bihac
Side Trip
Ostrozac Castle
Find places to stay Apr 26 — 27:
Highlights from your plan

Ostrozac Castle
5:00pm, Thu Apr 26
1
night
Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia
1
night

Plitvice Lakes National Park, a World Heritage Site, showcases 16 crystalline lakes connected by waterfalls.Start off your visit on the 27th (Fri): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Plitvice Lakes National Park.
To find photos, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Plitvice Lakes National Park vacation builder website .
Getting from Bihac to Plitvice Lakes National Park by car takes about 1.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sat) to allow enough time to take a bus to Zagreb.
Things to do in Plitvice Lakes National Park
Find places to stay Apr 27 — 28:
Highlights from your plan

Plitvice Lakes National Park
12:30pm, Fri Apr 27
2
nights
Zagreb, Croatia
2
nights

Little Vienna
Zagreb boasts a combination of Austro-Hungarian and Socialist architecture, but it is beloved for its outdoor cafe culture.Kick off your visit on the 28th (Sat): test your team's savvy at Escape Room Enigmarium Zagreb, admire the masterpieces at Croatian Museum of Naive Art, then examine the collection at Museum of Broken Relationships, then pause for some serene contemplation at Zagreb Orthodox Cathedral, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Upper Town (Gornji Grad). On the next day, stroll the grounds of Mirogoj Cemetery, step into the grandiose world of Medvedgrad Castle, pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral of the Assumption, then stop by Crop - Authentic Croatian Gifts, then examine the collection at Museum of Contemporary Art, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Zagreb Mosque.
To find maps, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Zagreb trip planner.
Take a bus from Plitvice Lakes National Park to Zagreb in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in April, and nighttime lows around 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 30th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Venice.
Things to do in Zagreb
Find places to stay Apr 28 — 30:
Highlights from your plan

Upper Town (Gornji Grad)
4:00pm, Sat Apr 28

St. Mark's Church (Crkva sv. Marka)
10:00am, Mon Apr 30

Mirogoj Cemetery
10:00am, Sun Apr 29
4
nights
Venice, Italy
4
nights

City of Romance
Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.Do some cultural sightseeing at Basilica di San Marco and Doge's Palace. St. Mark's Square and St Mark's Campanile will appeal to history buffs. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Venice: Padua (Scrovegni Chapel & Basilica di Sant’Antonio). Next up on the itinerary: explore the world behind art at Peggy Guggenheim Collection, take in the views from Ponte di Rialto, pause for some serene contemplation at San Giorgio Maggiore, and contemplate the long history of Squero di San Trovaso.
For traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Venice trip site .
You can drive from Zagreb to Venice in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or fly. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Venice when traveling from Zagreb in April, with lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) to allow time to take a train to Milan.
Things to do in Venice
Side Trip
Padua
Find places to stay Apr 30 — May 4:
Highlights from your plan

St. Mark's Square
10:00am, Tue May 1

Doge's Palace
12:30pm, Tue May 1

Basilica di San Marco
1:30pm, Tue May 1
3
nights
Milan, Italy
3
nights

Fashion Capital of World
In many ways the most modern of Italian cities, Milan is a busy, elegant metropolis with an impressive list of grand palaces, fine churches, and important museums.Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Duomo di Milano and Greenway del Lago di Como. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Castello Sforzesco and Castello di Vezio. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Milan: Chiesa dei SS. Pietro e Paolo (in Dervio), Tremezzina (Villa del Balbianello & Chiesa di San Lorenzo a Tremezzo) and Ossuccio (Sacro Monte di Ossuccio & Santuario Madonna del Soccorso). There's still lots to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Parrocchia SS Nabore e Felice and explore the galleries of Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio.
Plan my day in Milan using traveler tips and tourist information provided by Inspirock.
Traveling by train from Venice to Milan takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and flight. May in Milan sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.
Things to do in Milan
Side Trips
Tremezzina, Ossuccio, Chiesa dei SS. Pietro e Paolo, Greenway del Lago di Como, Castello di Vezio
Find places to stay May 4 — 7:
Highlights from your plan

Duomo di Milano
2:00pm, Mon May 7

Castello Sforzesco
11:00am, Mon May 7

Santuario Madonna del Soccorso
1:30pm, Sun May 6
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