28 days in Italy, Prague & Paris Itinerary

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.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Doge's Palace and Scrovegni Chapel. Do some cultural sightseeing at Piazza San Marco and Peggy Guggenheim Collection. Get out of town with these interesting Venice side-trips: Padua (Piazza dei Signori, Chiesa degli Eremitani, &more). There's lots more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Canal Grande, take in the views from Ponte dei Sospiri, don't miss a visit to Basilica di San Marco, and take a stroll through Campo del Ghetto.

To find maps, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Venice road trip website.

Chattanooga, USA to Venice is an approximately 15-hour combination of bus and flight. You can also fly. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is 6 hours. In January, daily temperatures in Venice can reach 47°F, while at night they dip to 33°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Verona.

The famous setting for Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet, Verona is one of northern Italy's main tourist destinations, largely owing to its incredibly rich artistic heritage.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Sat): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilica di San Zeno Maggiore, step into the grandiose world of Museo di Castelvecchio, contemplate the long history of Arena di Verona, wander the streets of Piazza delle Erbe, then wander the streets of Via Mazzini, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Casa di Giulietta.

To see maps, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Verona trip app.

Getting from Venice to Verona by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a shuttle; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to take a train to Florence.

Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Florence Academy of Fine Arts are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Campanile di Giotto and Basilica of Santa Croce. There's lots more to do: make a trip to The Baptistery of St. John, view the masterpieces at M.G. Design, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cappelle Medicee, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo.

To see maps, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Florence trip app.

Traveling by train from Verona to Florence takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. January in Florence sees daily highs of 53°F and lows of 38°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) so you can drive to Assisi.

Rich in culture and religious tradition, Assisi is known as the birthplace of St.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Wed): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Eremo delle Carceri, explore the historical opulence of Rocca Maggiore, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica Papale e Sacro Convento di San Francesco d'Assisi, then pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli - Porziuncola, and finally do a tasting at Tili Vini Societa Agricola.

To find other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Assisi online day trip planner.

Traveling by car from Florence to Assisi takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In January, plan for daily highs up to 49°F, and evening lows to 36°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) early enough to drive to Rome.

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

Visiting Catacombs of Saint Callixtus and Colle del Gianicolo will get you outdoors. Do some cultural sightseeing at Colosseum and Vatican Museums. The adventure continues: explore the ancient world of Pantheon, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Navona, don't miss a visit to Roman Forum, and contemplate the long history of Palatine Hill.

For maps, ratings, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Rome trip itinerary tool.

You can drive from Assisi to Rome in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. When traveling from Assisi in January, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Rome: temperatures range from 55°F by day to 39°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to drive 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.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Tue): kick back and relax at Spiaggia Grande, take in the exciting artwork at Miniaci Art Gallery, take advantage of the amenities at Fornillo, then relax and rejuvenate at L'Onda Beauty Centre at Hotel Poseidon, and finally indulge your taste buds at Il Gusto della Costa.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, read our Positano attractions planner.

You can drive from Rome to Positano in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. Traveling from Rome in January, expect a bit warmer with lows of 48°F in Positano. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to drive to Salerno.

While often overshadowed by the Amalfi Coast's array of quaint villages, Salerno has become one of the region's main areas for culture and entertainment, while remaining relatively unmarked by tourism.

Pompeii Archaeological Park and Duomo di Salerno will appeal to history buffs. Get in touch with nature at Spiaggia di castiglione and Lido Eureka. Get out of town with these interesting Salerno side-trips: Spiaggia Lannio (in Cetara), The Spa at Monastero Santa Rosa (in Conca dei Marini) and Ravello (Cappella Sant'Angelo all'Ospedale & Duomo di Ravello). The adventure continues: take in the exciting artwork at Sol’Art Ceramiche, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Duomo di Sant'Andrea, kick back and relax at Lido di Ravello, and step into the grandiose world of Castello di Arechi.

To find traveler tips, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Salerno road trip website.

You can drive from Positano to Salerno in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or ride a ferry. In January, daytime highs in Salerno are 56°F, while nighttime lows are 48°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Prague.

Prague lures millions of tourists each year with its World Heritage-listed medieval city center--a labyrinth of narrow lanes, bridges, cathedrals, and palaces overlooked by a thousand-year-old castle.

Head to DOX Centre for Contemporary Art and Gallery of Steel Figuresfor plenty of shopping. Get a sense of the local culture at Lesser Town and Josefov. And it doesn't end there: get to know the fascinating history of Staromestske namesti, stop by Artel, stroll the grounds of Stary zidovsky Hrbitov, and sample some tasty brews at a beer tour and tasting.

For where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Prague trip planner.

Getting from Salerno to Prague by flight takes about 6.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Salerno in January, things will get cooler in Prague: highs are around 36°F and lows about 27°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) early enough to travel to Paris.

A beautiful and romantic city fit for any itinerary, Paris brims with historic associations and remains vastly influential in the realms of culture, art, fashion, food and design.

Get a sense of the local culture at Eiffel Tower and Montmartre. Popular historic sites such as Champs-Elysees and Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre are in your itinerary. Get out of town with these interesting Paris side-trips: Versailles (The Trianons & The Hamlet & Palace of Versailles). There's still lots to do: stop by Le Marais, soak in style at Les Bains d'AliA, explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Île de la Cité.

For ratings, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, use the Paris trip planning app.

Fly from Prague to Paris in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Prague in January: high temperatures in Paris hover around 45°F and lows are around 35°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 31st (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.