25 day itinerary
European Road Trip
Itinerary
What an exciting adventure you have ahead of you! A 25-day road trip through Europe, starting in the beautiful island of Sicily and ending in the vibrant city of , sounds like a dream come true. Let’s map out a fun and relaxing itinerary, complete with charming stops and hotel recommendations along the way. Buckle up, and let’s hit the road!
Day 1-3: , Sicily
Day 1: Arrive in
- Morning: Explore the historic center, visit the Cathedral and the Quattro Canti.
- Afternoon: Enjoy lunch at a local trattoria and visit the Capuchin Catacombs.
- Evening: Stroll through the vibrant markets of Ballarò.
- Hotel: Stay at Hotel Palazzo Sitano for a comfortable and central location.
Day 2: Day Trip to
- Morning: Drive to (30 min) to see the stunning cathedral.
- Afternoon: Enjoy lunch with a view and explore the town.
- Evening: Return to and enjoy a Sicilian dinner.
- Hotel: Same as Day 1.
Day 3: Relax and Explore
- Morning: Visit the and the .
- Afternoon: Relax at .
- Evening: Dinner at a seaside restaurant.
- Hotel: Same as Day 1.
Day 4-5: Drive to (via ferry)
Day 4: to
- Morning: Take an early ferry from to Naples, then drive to (approx. 10 hours, including breaks).
- Evening: Arrive in , check into your hotel.
- Hotel: Stay at Hotel Excelsior for stunning views of the .
Day 5: Explore
- Morning: Walk the city walls and visit the .
- Afternoon: Take a cable car ride for panoramic views.
- Evening: Dinner at a local konoba (tavern).
- Hotel: Same as Day 4.
Day 6-8: Split and Plitvice Lakes
Day 6: Drive to Split
- Morning: Drive to Split (approx. 3 hours).
- Afternoon: Explore and the waterfront.
- Evening: Enjoy dinner at a seaside restaurant.
- Hotel: Stay at Hotel Luxe.
Day 7: Day Trip to Plitvice Lakes
- Morning: Early drive to (approx. 2 hours).
- Afternoon: Spend the day hiking and enjoying the stunning waterfalls.
- Evening: Return to Split.
- Hotel: Same as Day 6.
Day 8: Relax in Split
- Morning: Leisurely breakfast and beach time.
- Afternoon: Visit local markets and shops.
- Evening: Dinner in the .
- Hotel: Same as Day 6.
Day 9-11: Drive to
Day 9: Drive to
- Morning: Depart for (approx. 10 hours, including breaks).
- Evening: Arrive in , check into your hotel.
- Hotel: Stay at Hotel Paris .
Day 10: Explore
- Morning: Visit and .
- Afternoon: Walk across and explore the .
- Evening: Dinner at a traditional Czech restaurant.
- Hotel: Same as Day 9.
Day 11: More of
- Morning: Visit the and the .
- Afternoon: Relax in with a view of the city.
- Evening: Enjoy a river cruise dinner.
- Hotel: Same as Day 9.
Day 12-14: Drive to
Day 12: Drive to
- Morning: Depart for (approx. 6 hours).
- Afternoon: Arrive and explore the .
- Evening: Dinner at a local pierogi restaurant.
- Hotel: Stay at Hotel Wentzl.
Day 13: Day Trip
- Morning: Take a guided tour of (approx. 1.5 hours from ).
- Afternoon: Return to and relax.
- Evening: Dinner in Kazimierz, the .
- Hotel: Same as Day 12.
Day 14: Explore
- Morning: Visit and the .
- Afternoon: Explore the and .
- Evening: Enjoy a traditional Polish dinner.
- Hotel: Same as Day 12.
Day 15-17: Drive to
Day 15: Drive to
- Morning: Depart for (approx. 8 hours).
- Evening: Arrive and check into your hotel.
- Hotel: Stay at Hotel Bayerischer Hof.
Day 16: Explore
- Morning: Visit and the .
- Afternoon: Explore the and have a beer at a beer garden.
- Evening: Dinner at .
- Hotel: Same as Day 15.
Day 17: Day Trip to
- Morning: Drive to (approx. 2 hours).
- Afternoon: Tour the castle and enjoy the scenery.
- Evening: Return to .
- Hotel: Same as Day 15.
Day 18-20: Drive to and
Day 18: Drive to
- Morning: Depart for (approx. 2.5 hours).
- Afternoon: Visit the .
- Evening: Dinner in the city center.
- Hotel: Stay at Le Méridien .
Day 19: Drive to
- Morning: Depart for (approx. 6 hours).
- Afternoon: Arrive and explore .
- Evening: Dinner with a view at .
- Hotel: Stay at Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo.
Day 20: Relax in
- Morning: Visit the and the .
- Afternoon: Enjoy some leisure time at the beach.
- Evening: Stroll through the gardens and have dinner.
- Hotel: Same as Day 19.
Day 21-25: Drive to and
Day 21: Drive to
- Morning: Depart for (approx. 3.5 hours).
- Afternoon: Visit the and .
- Evening: Dinner in the Brera district.
- Hotel: Stay at Hotel Spadari al .
Day 22: Explore
- Morning: Visit and the Last Supper (book in advance!).
- Afternoon: Shopping in the fashion district.
- Evening: Enjoy an aperitivo.
- Hotel: Same as Day 21.
Day 23: Drive to
- Morning: Depart for (approx. 12 hours, consider breaking this into two days).
- Evening: Arrive in , check into your hotel.
- Hotel: Stay at Hotel Adina Mitte.
Day 24: Explore
- Morning: Visit the and .
- Afternoon: Explore .
- Evening: Dinner in .
- Hotel: Same as Day 23.
Day 25: Final Day in
- Morning: Visit the and .
- Afternoon: Last-minute shopping or sightseeing.
- Evening: Farewell dinner at a rooftop restaurant.
- Hotel: Same as Day 23.
Tips for Your Road Trip:
- Driving: Make sure to check local driving regulations and tolls in each country.
- Reservations: Book hotels in advance, especially in popular tourist areas.
- Relaxation: Take your time at each stop, and don’t hesitate to adjust the itinerary based on your pace and interests.
Enjoy your European road trip! It’s going to be filled with unforgettable experiences, delicious food, and stunning sights. Safe travels! 🚗✨
