26 days in South Pacific, Europe & Asia Itinerary

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Sydney, Australia
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London, United Kingdom
— 1 night
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Copenhagen, Denmark
— 5 nights
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Bologna, Italy
— 3 nights
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Turin, Italy
— 9 nights
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Annecy, France
— 2 nights
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Lyon, France
— 1 night
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
— 1 night
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Melbourne, Australia
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Sydney, Australia

The Harbour City

Lent iconic status as a result of its famous bridge and opera house, Sydney has a down-to-earth charm that enhances its spectacular setting and functional efficiency.
For photos, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Sydney tour itinerary app.

Launceston to Sydney is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of bus, ferry, and train; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Traveling from Launceston in June, things will get a bit warmer in Sydney: highs are around 21°C and lows about 11°C. You will leave for London on the 18th (Sun).
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London, United Kingdom — 1 night

The Square Mile

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.
Your day by day itinerary now includes Borough Market, Harrods and Natural History Museum. Start off your visit on the 19th (Mon): learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum and then explore the wide array of goods at Harrods. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 20th (Tue): browse the eclectic array of goods at Borough Market.

To see reviews, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our London trip itinerary site.

You can fly from Sydney to London in 25 hours. You'll gain 10 hours traveling from Sydney to London due to the time zone difference. In June, daily temperatures in London can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. On the 20th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Copenhagen.
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Copenhagen, Denmark — 5 nights

City of Beautiful Towers

Founded in the 10th century as a Viking fishing village, Copenhagen has morphed into the cultural, political, and economic powerhouse of the country.
Take a break from the city and head to Amager Strandpark and Jaegerborg Dyrehave. Explore hidden gems such as Our Saviour's Church and National Museum of Denmark. And it doesn't end there: step into the grandiose world of Rosenborg Castle, explore the world behind art at Ordrupgaard, enjoy breathtaking views from Rundetarn, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Grundtvig Church (Grundtvigs Kirke).

To find photos and tourist information, read Copenhagen journey planning tool.

Getting from London to Copenhagen by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and train; or take a train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Copenhagen. In June in Copenhagen, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 25th (Sun) to allow time for the flight to Bologna.
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Find places to stay Jun 20 — 25:

Bologna, Italy — 3 nights

Heart of Italian Cuisine

A city famous for its cuisine, Bologna is the seat of the oldest university in the world, founded in 1088.
Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: examine the collection at Museo per la Memoria di Ustica, examine the collection at Ducati Museum, then examine the collection at MAST, then don't miss a visit to Piazza Maggiore, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Chiesa di Santa Maria della Vita.

For maps, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Bologna itinerary planner.

Getting from Copenhagen to Bologna by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Copenhagen in June, expect Bologna to be a bit warmer, temps between 34°C and 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) early enough to catch the train to Turin.
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Turin, Italy — 9 nights

City of Magic

A city of technology and industry, Turin is in northwestern Italy, a one-hour drive from the French border and slightly more than that from the Mediterranean Sea.
Let the collections at Borgo Medievale and Museo Pietro Micca e dell'assedio di Torino del 1706 capture your imagination. Discover out-of-the-way places like Armeria Reale and Castello di Grinzane Cavour. Get out of town with these interesting Turin side-trips: Belvedere di La Morra (in La Morra), Milan (Museo del Novecento, Chiesa di San Bernardino alle Ossa, &more) and Castello di Serralunga d'Alba (in Serralunga d'Alba). There's still lots to do: admire the masterpieces at MAO - Museo d'Arte Orientale, explore the historical opulence of Castello della Manta, awaken your taste buds at Travel Langhe Wine Tours, and get a taste of the local shopping with Via Roma.

To see ratings, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Turin vacation planner.

You can take a train from Bologna to Turin in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Bologna, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Turin, ranging from highs of 26°C to lows of 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) so you can drive to Annecy.
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Annecy, France — 2 nights

Venice of the Alps

The canals is in Annecy helped earn the medieval town the nickname the Venice of the Alps.
Kick off your visit on the 7th (Fri): don't miss a visit to Chateau de Duingt, take in the dramatic scenery at Cascade d'Angon, and then take in the awesome beauty at Reserve Naturelle du Roc de Chere. Keep things going the next day: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Eglise Saint-Francois, then get outside with YAKAPEDALER, then glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Eglise St. Maurice.

To find more things to do, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Annecy travel route builder website.

Traveling by car from Turin to Annecy takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Turin in July, Annecy is slightly colder at night with lows of 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to drive to Lyon.
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Lyon, France — 1 night

Culinary Capital of France

Lyon is a historical city with a vibrant cultural scene as the birthplace of cinema, the silk capital of the globe, and the second biggest Renaissance city following Venice.
On the 9th (Sun), admire the striking features of Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon, then see the interesting displays at Maison des Canuts, then explore the galleries of Fresque des Lyonnais, and finally admire the masterpieces at Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon. On the 10th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the striking features of Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere, get engrossed in the history at Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon, and then appreciate the extensive heritage of Vieux Lyon.

To find maps, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Lyon trip planner.

Traveling by car from Annecy to Lyon takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In July in Lyon, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Dubai.
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates — 1 night

City of Gold

Take a holiday in Dubai to experience a mix of excitement, entertainment, and relaxation.
Kick off your visit on the 11th (Tue): take in the spiritual surroundings of Al Noor Mosque, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Gurunanak Darbar Sikh Gurudwara, then glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour, and finally soak in style at Turkish baths.

To see traveler tips, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Dubai trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Lyon to Dubai takes 9.5 hours. Traveling from Lyon to Dubai, you'll lose 3 hours due to the time zone difference. Prepare for warmer weather when traveling from Lyon in July: high temperatures in Dubai hover around 49°C and lows are around 39°C. On the 12th (Wed), you'll travel to Melbourne.
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Melbourne, Australia

Australia's Garden City

The state of Victoria crown jewel, Melbourne boasts shaded streets, leafy residential neighborhoods, vibrant street life, and a picturesque city center.
To see maps, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Melbourne trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Dubai to Melbourne takes 16.5 hours. You'll lose 6 hours traveling from Dubai to Melbourne due to the time zone difference. Expect cooler temperatures when traveling from Dubai in July; daily highs in Melbourne reach 15°C and lows reach 6°C. On the 13th (Thu), you're off to home.
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