60 days in Asia, Europe & Africa Itinerary

Uzbekistan’s most glorious city, Samarkand, offers a fine combination of history and modern urban life.

On the 2nd (Mon), stroll the grounds of Gur Emir Mausoleum, examine the collection at Regional Studies Museum, then appreciate the history behind Shah-i-Zinda, then don't miss a visit to Madrasa Ulugh Beg, Madrasa Tilla Kari, Madrasa Sher Dor, and finally admire the masterpieces at Imam Bokhari Mausoleum.

To find maps, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Samarkand itinerary planner.

Osaka, Japan to Samarkand is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and flight; or do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Japan Standard Time to Uzbekistan Time is minus 4 hours. In March, daytime highs in Samarkand are 17°C, while nighttime lows are 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to travel to Baku.

The capital of Azerbaijan and the Caucasus' largest city, Baku brings the old and the new, the East and the West colliding together in a particularly diverse and changing city.

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Tue): surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, see the interesting displays at Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Heydar Mosque. On the 4th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate the long history of Baku Old City, then examine the collection at Miniature Books, then see the interesting displays at Nizami Museum of Literature, and finally take an in-depth tour of H.Z. Taghiyev History Museum.

To find ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Baku online driving holiday planner .

Traveling by flight from Samarkand to Baku takes 10 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or do a combination of train and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Uzbekistan Time to Azerbaijan Time is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Samarkand in March, you will find days in Baku are slightly colder (13°C), and nights are about the same (5°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Wed) so you can travel to Goreme.

Famed for its landscape of unusually shaped stone formations and churches cut into the natural rocks, Goreme sits in the central part of the country, an area originally settled during Roman times.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Thu): see Off-Road Tours, enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour, and then take an in-depth tour of Museu a Ceu Aberto de Goreme. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: appreciate the extensive heritage of Güvercinlik Vadisi (Pigeon Valley), look for gifts at Cappadocia Dowry Carpet, then identify plant and animal life at Lucky Horse Ranch, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Goreme National Park, and finally get great views at Sunset Point.

For where to stay, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Goreme trip maker site .

Fly from Baku to Goreme in 9 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or drive. Traveling from Baku to Goreme, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Baku in March, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Goreme, with lows of 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) so you can travel to Istanbul.

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.

Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya) and Topkapi Palace will appeal to museum buffs. Discover out-of-the-way places like Suleymaniye Cami and Buyukada Tabiat Parki. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Istanbul: Bursa (Green Tomb & Ulu Cami) and Uzuntarla Tabiat Parki (in Basiskele). There's lots more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sultan Ahmed Mosque, explore the world behind art at Kariye Museum (The Chora Church), contemplate the long history of Little Hagia Sophia, and admire the landmark architecture of Basilica Cistern.

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You can do a combination of taxi and flight from Goreme to Istanbul in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight and shuttle; or drive. Traveling from Goreme in March, Istanbul is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 14°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to travel to Belgrade.

The capital and largest city of Serbia, cosmopolitan Belgrade sits on the confluence of the Sava and the Danube rivers.

On the 12th (Thu), contemplate the long history of The National Assembly, learn about all things military at Military Museum, contemplate the long history of Kalemegdan, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Saint Petka's Chapel, then have some family-friendly fun at OldTown Archery Belgrade, and finally explore the world behind art at Zepter Museum , Belgrade.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Belgrade holiday app .

Getting from Istanbul to Belgrade by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Time (EET) to Central European Time (CET) is minus 2 hours. Traveling from Istanbul in March, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Belgrade, with lows of 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) early enough to travel to Kotor.

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 13th (Fri): examine the collection at Maritime Museum, get to know the fascinating history of Trg Sv. Luke, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Lapidarium in St. Michael's Church, pause for some serene contemplation at Monastery and Church of St. Clare, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of Blazena Ozana, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Kampana Tower.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, read our Kotor travel itinerary planner.

Getting from Belgrade to Kotor by combination of bus and flight takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Belgrade in March, plan for somewhat warmer days in Kotor, with highs around 19°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Barcelona.

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

Step off the beaten path and head to Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar and La Fageda d'en Jorda. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Basilica of the Sagrada Familia and Barcelona Cathedral. Change things up with these side-trips from Barcelona: D'Or Museum (in Sant Julia De Ramis), Casa Fuerte de Juvinya (in Sant Joan les Fonts) and Dali-Gala Castle Museum-House (Castell de Pubol) (in Pubol). The adventure continues: see what you can catch with a fishing tour, explore the world behind art at Museu Picasso, admire the landmark architecture of Casa Batllo, and see the interesting displays at CosmoCaixa Barcelona.

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Traveling by flight from Kotor to Barcelona takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Kotor in March, expect a bit warmer with lows of 9°C in Barcelona. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Wed) so you can catch the train to Madrid.

Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.

Get a sense of the local culture at Prado National Museum and Catedral de Segovia. Appreciate the collections at Royal Palace of Madrid and Museo Sorolla. Get out of town with these interesting Madrid side-trips: Alcazar de Segovia (in Segovia), Plaza mayor de Chinchon (in Chinchon) and Avila (Ermita de Santa Maria de la Cabeza, The Walls of Avila, & more). There's lots more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes, explore the world behind art at Museo Cerralbo, view the masterpieces at Cava Baja Gallery, and examine the collection at Naval Museum.

To see where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Madrid online journey builder .

You can take a train from Barcelona to Madrid in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Traveling from Barcelona in March, Madrid is little chillier at night with lows of 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) to allow enough time to take a train to Seville.

A city of rich Moorish heritage, Seville is the cultural and financial center of southern Spain, and the site of numerous festivals throughout the year.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Plaza de España and Mezquita Cathedral de Cordoba. Appreciate the collections at Royal Alcázar of Seville and Museo de la Piel de Ubrique. Change things up with these side-trips from Seville: Ronda (Reservatauro Ronda & Museo Lara), Palacio del Virrey Laserna (in Jerez De La Frontera) and Colegiata de Osuna (in Osuna). There's lots more to do: take a stroll through Barrio Santa Cruz, pause for some serene contemplation at Capilla de los Marineros, admire the landmark architecture of Torre Giralda, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Iglesia de la Caridad.

To find maps, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Seville trip itinerary website .

Traveling by train from Madrid to Seville takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Traveling from Madrid in March, expect Seville to be somewhat warmer, temps between 21°C and 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Sat) early enough to travel to Lisbon.

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

Museu Nacional do Azulejo and Monte da Ravasqueira will appeal to museum buffs. Step off the beaten path and head to Convent of Christ and Centro Historico de Evora. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Lisbon: Evora (Templo Romano de Evora (Templo de Diana) & Capela dos Ossos), Castelo dos Mouros (in Sintra) and Fatima (Basilica de Nossa Senhora do Rosario de Fatima & Capela Das Aparicoes). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the long history of Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, take in the spiritual surroundings of Monastery of Alcobaca, don't miss a visit to Batalha Monastery, and explore the world behind art at Museu Calouste Gulbenkian.

To find reviews, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Lisbon trip app .

Fly from Seville to Lisbon in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Seville to Lisbon. In March, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) early enough to travel to Tunis.

The Mediterranean port city of Tunis, Tunisia's bustling capital, boasts a vibrant mix of cultures and architectural styles, enchanting visitors with its historical attractions, picturesque beaches, and laidback vibe.

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Fri): contemplate the long history of The doors of the medina, stroll the grounds of North Africa American Cemetery and Memorial, then delve into the distant past at Villas Romaines, and finally steep yourself in history at L'aqueduc de Zaghouan.

For other places to visit, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Tunis visit planner .

Traveling by flight from Lisbon to Tunis takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone changes from Western European Time to Central European Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. In April, plan for daily highs up to 27°C, and evening lows to 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) so you can travel to Rome.

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

Do some cultural sightseeing at Colosseum and Palatine Hill. Explore hidden gems such as Centro Storico Associazione Centro Storico and Abbey of St. Paul Outside the Walls. Venture out of the city with trips to Parco Archeologico di Ostia Antica (in Ostia Antica), Monte Cassino (in Cassino) and Casa di San Tommaso (in Aquino). Next up on the itinerary: steep yourself in history at St. Peter's Basilica, admire the striking features of Le Domus Romane di Palazzo Valentini, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Navona, and pause for some serene contemplation at Duomo di Orvieto.

To find other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Rome route builder tool .

You can fly from Tunis to Rome in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry; or do a combination of ferry and bus. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Tunis in April: high temperatures in Rome hover around 24°C and lows are around 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) so you can catch the train to Florence.

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

Appreciate the collections at Gallerie Degli Uffizi and Academy Of Florence Art Gallery. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Piazza del Duomo and Piazza della Signoria. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Florence: Abbazia di San Galgano (in Chiusdino), Historic Centre of San Gimignano (in San Gimignano) and Basilica San Vitale (in Ravenna). And it doesn't end there: get to know the fascinating history of Centro Storico, explore the world behind art at Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore, make a trip to Palazzo Vecchio, and examine the collection at Pitti Palace.

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Getting from Rome to Florence by train takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or fly. April in Florence sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C at night. On the 14th (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Venice.

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.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Doge's Palace and Palazzo Te. Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari and Scuola Grande di San Rocco will appeal to history buffs. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Venice: Basilica di Santa Anastasia (in Verona), Borghetto sul Mincio (in Valeggio Sul Mincio) and Castello Estense (in Ferrara). There's much more to do: get to know the fascinating history of Piazza San Marco, explore the world behind art at Gallerie dell'Accademia, explore the galleries of Peggy Guggenheim Collection, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute.

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Getting from Florence to Venice by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In April, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) so you can travel to Kiev.

The center of East Slavic culture, Kiev boasts centuries of eclectic art, architecture, and history.

On the 19th (Sun), take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Nicolas Cathedral, go for a walk through Sofiyskaya Square, examine the collection at Mikhail Bulgakov Museum, see the interesting displays at State Aviation Museum, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Vydubychi Monastery, and finally steep yourself in history at Kyivo-Pechers'ka Lavra.

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Traveling by combination of flight and bus from Venice to Kiev takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or drive. Traveling from Venice to Kiev, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Venice in April, things will get a bit cooler in Kiev: highs are around 18°C and lows about 6°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Sun) early enough to travel to Krakow.

One of Poland's oldest cities, Krakow sits at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains, its historical town center nestled on the left bank of the Vistula River.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square and Wieliczka Salt Mine. Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wawel Royal Castle will appeal to history buffs. Step out of Krakow to go to Ogrodzieniec and see Ogrodzieniec Castle, which is approximately 1h 15 min away. There's much more to do: surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Bazylika i Klasztor Franciszkanow, take in the spiritual surroundings of Wawel Cathedral, and make a trip to St. Mary's Basilica.

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Fly from Kiev to Krakow in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or drive. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Kiev to Krakow due to the time zone difference. In April, daily temperatures in Krakow can reach 16°C, while at night they dip to 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) early enough to take a train to Warsaw.

Warsaw draws big crowds with its seemingly unstoppable energy, exemplified by the city's explosive nightlife and thriving music scene.

Lazienki Krolewskie w Warszawie and Pinball Station - Pinball & Arcade Museum will appeal to museum buffs. Visit Old Town and Cmentarz Wojskowy na Powazkach for their historical value. Change things up with these side-trips from Warsaw: Birthplace of Frederic Chopin (in Zelazowa Wola), Treblinka Memorial (in Treblinka) and Zrodla Krolewskie (in Kozienice). There's lots more to do: learn about all things military at Muzeum Powstania Warszawskiego, make a trip to Warsaw Barbican (Barbakan Warszawski), steep yourself in history at Krakowskie Przedmiescie, and examine the collection at Herbst Palace Museum.

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Traveling by train from Krakow to Warsaw takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in April, and nighttime lows around 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Tue) to allow time to travel back home.