43 days in Central Europe & Western Europe Itinerary

The most popular resort in Slovenia, Bled is marked by its iconic church steeple and medieval castle on glacial Lake Bled.

Step off the beaten path and head to Triglav National Park and Parasailing & Paragliding. Take a break from the city and head to Vintgar Gorge and Straža Bled. Get out of town with these interesting Bled side-trips: Vršič Pass (in Kranjska Gora) and Peričnik Falls (in Mojstrana). And it doesn't end there: take some stellar pictures from Mala Osojnica, admire the landmark architecture of Bled Island, and get outside with Outdoor Activities.

To find photos, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Bled travel planning website.

Manchester, UK to Bled is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is 1 hour. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Manchester in July: highs in Bled hover around 32°C, while lows dip to 17°C. You'll have a few hours on the 3rd (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling to Lindos.

A medieval settlement on the island of Rhodes, Lindos provides a mix of ancient history and modern attractions.

Get outdoors at Lindos Beach and Agios Pavlos Beach. You'll get in some beach time at Agathi Beach and Tsambika Beach. Take a break from Lindos with a short trip to Ancient Kamiros in Kalavarda, about 48 minutes away. Spend the 6th (Sat) exploring ancient history at Village of Lindos. Next up on the itinerary: delve into the distant past at Acropolis of Lindos.

For ratings, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Lindos attractions app.

You can do a combination of shuttle, flight, and bus from Bled to Lindos in 11.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone difference when traveling from Bled to Lindos is 1 hour. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Bled in August: highs in Lindos hover around 36°C, while lows dip to 29°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Paleokastritsa.

Heartily dedicated to tourism, Corfu's popular resort town of Paleokastritsa lures vacationers with lavish hotels and beaches surrounded by a hilly countryside of olive groves and fragrant fruit orchards.

Step out of the city life by going to Paleokastritsa Beach and Bataria Beach. Explore hidden gems such as Madalena Boat Trips and Paradise Beach. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Paleokastritsa: Corfu Old Town (in Corfu Town), Achilleion Museum (in Gastouri) and Beach Kontogialos (in Pelekas). The adventure continues: identify plant and animal life at Corfu Donkey Rescue, tour the pleasant surroundings at Ampelaki Beach, and enjoy the sand and surf at Kalamionas Beach.

For photos, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Paleokastritsa trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Lindos to Paleokastritsa by combination of bus and flight takes about 9 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus, ferry, and taxi; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Expect a bit cooler evenings in Paleokastritsa when traveling from Lindos in August, with lows around 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Thu) to allow time to travel to Fiscardo.

Fiskardo is a village and a community on the Ionian island of Kefalonia, Greece. Discover out-of-the-way places like Emplisi Beach and Kimilia Beach. Visiting Myrtos Beach and Agia Kyriaki Beach will get you outdoors. Venture out of the city with trips to Domaine Foivos (in Vouni), Petani Beach (in Lixouri) and Fteri Beach (in Zola). Next up on the itinerary: enjoy the sand and surf at Foki Beach, get a dose of the wild on Sea-Nature Hellas, tour the pleasant surroundings at Zavalata Beach, and stop by Myrtillo.

To see ratings, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, read Fiscardo day trip planning site.

Drive from Paleokastritsa to Fiscardo in 7 hours. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in August, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Tue) so you can travel to Ithaca.

Ithaca or Ithaka is a Greek island located in the Ionian Sea, off the northeast coast of Kefalonia and to the west of continental Greece.Ithaca's main island has an area of 96km2 and had a population in 2011 of 3,231. Escape the urban bustle at Vathy Bay and Aspros Gialos Beach. Relax by the water at Filiatro Beach and Paralia Frikes. Explore Ithaca's surroundings by going to Melissani Cave (in Sami) and Aquatic Dive Club (in Agia Efimia). The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Paralia Afales and stroll through Gedaki Beach.

To see where to stay, photos, and tourist information, read our Ithaca trip planner.

Traveling by journey from Fiscardo to Ithaca takes 2.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in August, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Vasilikos.

Home to just a few hundred year-round residents, Vasilikos draws thousands of daily visitors with its beaches and restaurants during peak tourist season.

Step out of the city life by going to Navagio Beach (Shipwreck Beach) and Gerakas Beach. Visit Kalamaki Beach and Makris Gialos Beach for some beach relaxation. Change things up with these side-trips from Vasilikos: Grampsas Winery (in Lagopodo) and Xigia Beach (in Koroni). There's lots more to do: surround yourself with nature on Mario's Cave and Turtle Boat Trips, kick back and relax at Vrahos Beach, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Banana Beach.

For maps, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Vasilikos online route planner.

You can travel from Ithaca to Vasilikos in 5.5 hours. In August, plan for daily highs up to 39°C, and evening lows to 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Wed) so you can travel to Positano.

Often referred to as the gem of the Amalfi Coast, Positano remains one of southern Italy's most sought-after vacation locales, thanks to its hillside location and picturesque, pastel buildings.

Explore hidden gems such as Boat Tours & Water Sports and Amalfi Coast. Take a break from the city and head to Fornillo and Lido di Ravello. Venture out of the city with trips to Duomo di Sant'Andrea (in Amalfi), Spiaggia di castiglione (in Castiglione) and Spiaggia di Atrani (in Atrani). There's lots more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Bagni d'Arienzo Beach Club, Positano, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Duomo di Ravello, kick back and relax at Lido Capo di Conca, and don't miss a visit to Villa Rufolo.

For ratings, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Positano journey builder website.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Vasilikos to Positano. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Standard Time (EET) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is minus 1 hour. In August, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Ibiza Town.

As the island’s largest city and most-visited site, Ibiza is famous for its electric nightlife and lively Mediterranean culture.

Take a break from the city and head to Cala Comte and Cala de Sant Vicent. Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Cala Bassa and Platja de ses Salines. Change things up with these side-trips from Ibiza Town: Cala Vadella (in Cala Vadella), Cala Benirras (in Port de Sant Miguel) and Orcasub Ibiza Diving Center (in Cala Tarida). There's more to do: kick back and relax at S'Arenal Petit and tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa des Codolar.

For reviews, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, read our Ibiza Town online trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by combination of ferry and flight from Positano to Ibiza Town takes 8 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi, train, bus, and ferry; or do a combination of ferry, train, and bus. In August, daily temperatures in Ibiza Town can reach 35°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Fri) to allow time to travel to Nerja.

Nerja is a municipality on the Costa del Sol in the province of Málaga in the autonomous community of Andalusia in southern Spain. Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Sat): tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa de la Cala el Canuelo, explore the fascinating underground world of Fundación Cueva de Nerja, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa El Salon. Keep things going the next day: enjoy the sand and surf at Playa Torrecilla, then stroll through Burriana Beach, and then kick back and relax at Capistrano Playa.

To find photos, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Nerja tour itinerary planning tool.

Traveling by combination of flight and bus from Ibiza Town to Nerja takes 7 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry, train, and bus. Traveling from Ibiza Town in September, Nerja is slightly colder at night with lows of 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Lagos.

The allure of the beaches and the town's historical center draw visitors to Lagos, a coastal destination in the Barlavento region of the Algarve.

On the 5th (Mon), enjoy the sand and surf at Praia da Falesia, enjoy the sand and surf at Praia Da Rocha, and then take in the dramatic natural features at Ponta da Piedade. Here are some ideas for day two: get outside with Outdoor Activities, stroll through Praia do Camilo, and then kick back and relax at Praia Dona Ana.

For more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Lagos travel route planner.

You can drive from Nerja to Lagos in 5.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. Traveling from Nerja to Lagos, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Nerja in September, Lagos is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 21°C. On the 7th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Maspalomas.

Fondly referred to as “El Sur” by the locals, Maspalomas serves as a hub of entertainment and beach activity on Gran Canary Island.

Get outdoors at Scuba & Snorkeling and Las Canteras Beach. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Buggy Pirates Gran Canaria and Dobrev Wellness and Massage. Next up on the itinerary: enjoy the sand and surf at Playa de Maspalomas, tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa de Amadores, and explore the striking landscape at Reserva Natural Especial de Las Dunas de Maspalomas.

To see photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Maspalomas trip itinerary site.

Getting from Lagos to Maspalomas by flight takes about 10.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Traveling from Lagos in September, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Maspalomas, with lows of 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.