27 days in Europe Itinerary

Known for its relaxed and liberal atmosphere, the energetic city of Wroclaw lures visitors with its rich cultural heritage and pedestrian-friendly old town.

On the 13th (Tue), appreciate the extensive heritage of Old Town- Historic Center, get to know the fascinating history of Ostrow Tumski - (Cathedral Island), then don't miss a visit to Church of the Holy Cross, and finally see the interesting displays at Panorama Raclawicka. Keep things going the next day: go for a walk through Rynek of Wroclaw.

To find where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Wroclaw online attractions planner.

Madrid, Spain to Wroclaw is an approximately 8-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Madrid in July: high temperatures in Wroclaw hover around 30°C and lows are around 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Thu) so you can go by car to Dresden.

Dresden boasts a long history as a royal residence of many Saxon kings.

Change things up with these side-trips from Dresden: Leipzig (Altes Rathaus, St. Thomas Church (Thomaskirche), &more). There's still lots to do: admire the masterpieces at The Dresden Zwinger, make a trip to Procession of Princes, see the interesting displays at Neues Grünes Gewölbe, and pause for some serene contemplation at Frauenkirche Dresden.

For ratings, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Dresden trip itinerary tool.

Traveling by car from Wroclaw to Dresden takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 29°C in July, and nighttime lows around 17°C. On the 18th (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Karlovy Vary.

Bohemia's historical spa town, Karlovy Vary serves as one of Europe's most glamorous vacation resorts.

Get out of town with these interesting Karlovy Vary side-trips: Marianske Lazne (Pravoslavny chram svateho Vladimira, Zpivajici fontana, &more). There's lots more to do: make a trip to Nova Louka, steep yourself in history at Market Colonnade, step into the grandiose world of Castle Loket, and witness a stunning natural landmark at Vridelni kolonada.

To see reviews, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read Karlovy Vary travel route planner.

You can drive from Dresden to Karlovy Vary in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Dresden in July, plan for a bit cooler nights in Karlovy Vary, with lows around 13°C. On the 22nd (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Pilsen.

The birthplace of one of the world's favorite beer brands, Pilsen features a compact city center packed with museums, galleries, churches, restaurants, and pubs.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Thu): get in on the family fun at DinoPark Plzen. On the 23rd (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: browse the exhibits of Brewery Museum in Pilsen, then sample the tasty concoctions at Pilsner Urquell Brewery, then don't miss a visit to Pilsen Historical Underground, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Great Synagogue.

To see reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Pilsen trip itinerary builder.

Drive from Karlovy Vary to Pilsen in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In July in Pilsen, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 15°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Kutna Hora.

A prosperous silver-mining center during medieval times, Kutna Hora features a well-preserved old town (it's a World Heritage Site) famed for its blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture.

For maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Kutna Hora trip itinerary planning tool.

Drive from Pilsen to Kutna Hora in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In July in Kutna Hora, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 26th (Mon) to allow time for the car ride to Trebon.

Třeboň is a historical town in South Bohemian Region of Czech Republic. Start off your visit on the 26th (Mon): stroll around Trebon Castle Park. Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Schwarzenberska Hrobka, step into the grandiose world of Trebon Chateau, take some stellar pictures from Radnicni vez, then admire the masterpieces at Dum StEpanka Netolickeho, then step into the grandiose world of Zamek Cervena Lhota, and finally ponder the design of Aqua Show.

For maps, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Trebon sightseeing planning website.

You can drive from Kutna Hora to Trebon in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Cesky Krumlov.

Known around the world for its medieval castle, Cesky Krumlov offers the chance to experience the charm of a small European city seemingly frozen in time several centuries ago.

Cesky Krumlov is known for historic sites, museums, and breweries & distilleries. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: sample some tasty brews at Wiseman Free Tour, get outside with Vltava Sport Service, explore the world behind art at Egon Schiele Art Centrum, and get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

For other places to visit, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Cesky Krumlov route planner.

You can drive from Trebon to Cesky Krumlov in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In July, daily temperatures in Cesky Krumlov can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Sat) to allow time to travel to Passau.

Situated at the confluence of three rivers, including the Danube, Passau is steeped in religious history but has adopted a modern commercial outlook.

On the 1st (Sun), explore the landscape on two wheels at Donau Cycle Path, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Dom St. Stephan, then make a trip to Veste Oberhaus, and finally take in the pleasant sights at Dreifluesseeck. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the long history of Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall), then explore the striking landscape of Baumwipfelpfad Bavarian Forest, then contemplate the long history of Altstadt Passau, and finally don't miss a visit to Schaiblingsturm.

For photos, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Passau holiday planner.

You can drive from Cesky Krumlov to Passau in 2 hours. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to travel to Linz.

Located on the Danube with a rolling green backdrop, Linz is a city equally rich in nature and culture.

On the 3rd (Tue), take in the spiritual surroundings of Mariendom, then admire the striking features of Hauptbahnhof Linz, then take an in-depth tour of KZ-Gedenkstatte Mauthausen, and finally steep yourself in history at Die Pfarrkirche St. Nikolaus zu Mauthausen. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 4th (Wed): examine the collection at Ars Electronica Center, don't miss a visit to Pöstlingbergbahn, don't miss a visit to Hauptplatz, then appreciate the history behind Dreifaltigkeitssaule, and finally examine the collection at Schlossmuseum Linz.

To find photos, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Linz road trip tool.

Getting from Passau to Linz by car takes about 1.5 hours. You will have some time to spend on the 5th (Thu) before leaving for Salzburg.

Surrounded by mountain ranges and boasting a well-preserved city center, Salzburg melds culture and history.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Salzburg: Bischofshofen (Frauenkirche & St. Maximillian) and Eisriesenwelt (in Werfen). The adventure continues: take an in-depth tour of Fortress Hohensalzburg Castle, stroll through Mirabell Palace, examine the collection at Red Bull Hangar-7, and get a taste of the local shopping with Getreidegasse.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Salzburg trip itinerary planning tool.

Traveling by car from Linz to Salzburg takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in August, and nighttime lows around 16°C. On the 8th (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.