60 days in Europe & Asia Itinerary
60 days in Europe & Asia Itinerary
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Route & dates
60 days in Europe & Asia Itinerary
Start: Aarhus, Denmark
+2
train + bus + Fly:
8h 45min
1
Pula, Croatia
— 9 nights
Drive:
5h 30min
2
Split, Croatia
— 11 nights
Fly:
5h 45min
3
Athens, Greece
— 11 nights
Fly + Drive:
11h 45min
4
Persepolis, Iran
— 7 nights
Drive + Fly:
16h 15min
5
Gaziantep, Turkey
— 7 nights
Drive:
15h
6
Plovdiv, Bulgaria
— 10 nights
+3
train + subway + foot + Fly:
12h
End: Aarhus, Denmark
9
nights
Pula, Croatia
9
nights

It's the mild climate and calm seas of Pula that draw visitors to the southernmost point of the Istrian peninsula, but the city's ample Roman architecture is a key reason they stay.You'll find plenty of places to visit near Pula: Vina Radovan (in Radovani), Cultural and educational Center Kastel (in Motovun) and Visnjan (Vina Poletti & Lavanda Deklevi). The adventure continues: relax in the rural setting at Chiavalon Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, find something for the whole family at Medieval Theme Park Sanc. Michael, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Church of Our Lady of the Sea (Mornaricka crkva), and explore the historical opulence of Kastrum.
To find maps, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Pula online itinerary planner .
Aarhus, Denmark to Pula is an approximately 9-hour combination of train and flight. You can also fly; or drive. While traveling from Aarhus, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Pula, ranging from highs of 11°C to lows of 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to drive to Split.
Things to do in Pula
Side Trips
Vodnjan, Pazin, Labin, Visnjan, Medieval Theme Park Sanc. Michael
Highlights from your plan

Chiavalon Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2:00pm, Fri Jan 3

Amphitheatre de Pula
12:00pm, Fri Jan 3

Vina Poletti
12:30pm, Thu Jan 2
11
nights
Split, Croatia
11
nights

Sportiest City in the World
Experience an authentic Adriatic lifestyle in Split, the largest city along the sea's coast.You'll find plenty of places to visit near Split: Skrip (The Island of Brac Museum - Skrip, Museum uja, & more), Jaksic Galerija (in Donji Humac) and Wine Tasting Brac & Olive Oil Brac (in Nerezisca). There's still lots to do: delve into the distant past at Palazzo di Diocleziano, take an in-depth tour of Dominican Monastery, admire the landmark architecture of Cathedral of Saint Domnius, and see the sky in a new way at Napoleon Fortress (Napuljn).
To see traveler tips, photos, reviews, and tourist information, read our Split trip builder .
Traveling by car from Pula to Split takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or do a combination of bus and flight. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Split when traveling from Pula in January, with lows around 7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) early enough to travel to Athens.
Things to do in Split
Side Trips
Hvar, Skrip, Bol, Postira, Supetar
Highlights from your plan

Palazzo di Diocleziano
12:30pm, Sat Jan 11

Spanjola
2:00pm, Mon Jan 13

Franciscan Monastery
2:00pm, Mon Jan 20
11
nights
Athens, Greece
11
nights

The Birthplace of Democracy
One of the world's most ancient cities, Athens remains Europe's undisputed historical and cultural capital.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Athens: Akrokorinthos (in Corinth), St. Luke Archibishop (in Lefkakia) and Archaeological Site Mycenae (in Mycenae). And it doesn't end there: delve into the distant past at Acropolis of Athens, appreciate the history behind Temple of Olympian Zeus, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Lycabettus, and wander the streets of Plaka.
For reviews and more tourist information, refer to the Athens itinerary planner.
Traveling by flight from Split to Athens takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Split to Athens. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in January, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Persepolis.
Things to do in Athens
Side Trips
Nafplio, Attica Zoological Park, Neraida Floating Museum, Archaeological Site Mycenae, Akrokorinthos
Highlights from your plan

Acropolis of Athens
2:30pm, Wed Jan 22

Acropolis Museum
3:30pm, Thu Jan 30

Plaka
11:30am, Thu Jan 30
7
nights
Persepolis, Iran
7
nights

Persepolis was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Persepolis: Shiraz (Zinat ol Molk House, Nasir al-Mulk Mosque, & more) and Pasargad (Tomb of Cyrus, Pasargad, & more). The adventure continues: explore the ancient world of Persepolis and steep yourself in history at Ka'ba-ye Zartosht.
To see maps, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Persepolis trip itinerary maker tool .
The Route module can help you plan travel from Athens to Persepolis. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Time to Iran Standard Time is 1 hour. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Athens in February since evenings lows in Persepolis dip to 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) early enough to travel to Gaziantep.
To see maps, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Persepolis trip itinerary maker tool .
The Route module can help you plan travel from Athens to Persepolis. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Time to Iran Standard Time is 1 hour. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Athens in February since evenings lows in Persepolis dip to 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) early enough to travel to Gaziantep.
Things to do in Persepolis
Side Trips
Shiraz, Pasargad
Highlights from your plan

Persepolis
2:00pm, Mon Feb 3

Eram Garden (Baq e Eram)
2:30pm, Tue Feb 4

Nasir al-Mulk Mosque
11:30am, Tue Feb 4
7
nights
Gaziantep, Turkey
7
nights

A haven for foodies, Gaziantep boasts almost 200 bakeries with what many claim to be the best baklava in the world.You'll find plenty of places to visit near Gaziantep: Sanliurfa (Balikligol, Halil Ul Rahman Mosque, & more), Osmaniye (Karacay Selalesi & Berke BarajI) and Kahramanmaras (1920 Kurtulus Muzesi, Kahramanmaras Etnografya Muzesi, & more). There's much more to do: explore the world behind art at Zeugma Mosaic Museum, get engrossed in the history at Gaziantep Museum of Archaelogy, explore the historical opulence of Pisirici Kasteli ve Mescidi, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Omeriye Mosque.
To see ratings, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Gaziantep day trip site .
Explore your travel options from Persepolis to Gaziantep with the Route module. Traveling from Persepolis in February, expect nights in Gaziantep to be about the same, around 1°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to travel to Plovdiv.
Things to do in Gaziantep
Side Trips
Sanliurfa, Kahramanmaras, Osmaniye, Sahinbey
Highlights from your plan

Zeugma Mosaic Museum
4:00pm, Tue Feb 18

Sanliurfa Archeology and Mosaic Museum
4:00pm, Wed Feb 12

Halil Ul Rahman Mosque
1:30pm, Wed Feb 12
10
nights
Plovdiv, Bulgaria
10
nights
City of the Seven Hills
Though it is often seen as merely a stopover city, Plovdiv is actually a lively university town with bohemian cafes, a thriving art scene, and exciting nightlife.Change things up with these side-trips from Plovdiv: Sofia (Walking tours, Saint Sofia Church, & more), Borovets (Horseback Riding Tours, Borovets Ski Resort, & more) and Pamporovo Ski Resort (in Smolyan). Spend the 24th (Mon) exploring nature at Central Balkan National Park. There's lots more to do: get your game on at Old Plovdiv Retro Photo, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Sveta Nedelya Church, admire the landmark architecture of Bakalova House, and have fun at 360 Degrees Shooting & Training Center.
To find maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Plovdiv travel itinerary planner .
Traveling by car from Gaziantep to Plovdiv takes 16.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Time to Eastern European Time is minus 1 hour. When traveling from Gaziantep in February, plan for a bit cooler days in Plovdiv, with highs around 11°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 0°C. On the 29th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.
Things to do in Plovdiv
Side Trips
Sofia, Borovets, Stara Zagora, Central Balkan National Park, Valley of Roses
Highlights from your plan
Room Escape Games
12:30pm, Fri Feb 21

St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
2:30pm, Fri Feb 21
Walking tours
11:30am, Thu Feb 20
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