16 days in Eastern Europe Itinerary

Built on a desolate swamp as a showcase capital of Imperial Russia, this grand city has certainly lived up to the expectations of its founder, Tsar Peter the Great.

Step off the beaten path and head to Neva Embankments and Kazan Cathedral. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Palace Bridge and The State Hermitage Museum. The adventure continues: pause for some serene contemplation at Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, contemplate the long history of Palace Square, see the interesting displays at Russian Museum, and take an in-depth tour of Peter and Paul Fortress.

To see maps, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the St. Petersburg journey planning site.

Toronto, Canada to St. Petersburg is an approximately 15-hour flight. You'll lose 8 hours traveling from Toronto to St. Petersburg due to the time zone difference. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Toronto in June; daily highs in St. Petersburg reach 23°C and lows reach 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Mon) so you can catch the flight 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.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Tue): explore the historical opulence of Prague Castle, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Vitus Cathedral, then make a trip to Prague Astronomical Clock, and finally take in the views from Charles Bridge. Here are some ideas for day two: test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, get to know the fascinating history of Staromestske namesti, take in nature's colorful creations at Wallenstein garden, then contemplate the long history of Lobkowicz Palace, and finally wander the streets of Hradcany.

To find maps, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Prague travel route website.

Traveling by flight from St. Petersburg to Prague takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from St. Petersburg to Prague due to the time zone difference. When traveling from St. Petersburg in July, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Prague: temperatures range from 30°C by day to 17°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Budapest.

You might consider the city of Budapest, divided by the Danube River into two distinctive cities--Buda and Pest--to be essentially one large World Heritage Site.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Thu): take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika), contemplate the long history of Széchenyi Thermal Bath, then steep yourself in history at Heroes' Square, and finally see the interesting displays at House of Terror Museum. Here are some ideas for day two: ponder the world of politics at Hungarian Parliament Building, steep yourself in history at Shoes on the Danube Bank, then snap pictures at Szechenyi Lanchid, then steep yourself in history at Matthias Church, and finally steep yourself in history at Fisherman's Bastion.

To see maps, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Budapest online trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Prague to Budapest by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a shuttle. Expect a daytime high around 33°C in July, and nighttime lows around 18°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight 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 8th (Sat): explore the ancient world of St. Tryphon Cathedral and then make a trip to Kotor Old City. On the next day, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of Our Lady of the Rocks, get some thrills on the water with a speed boat tour, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Bay of Kotor.

To find reviews, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, use the Kotor day trip planner.

Fly from Budapest to Kotor in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Budapest in July, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Kotor: temperatures range from 38°C by day to 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Dubrovnik.

Along the Dalmation Coast, the city of Dubrovnik has become famous for its pedestrian-only Old Town surrounded by fortress walls, and its historical heft has earned it World Heritage Site status.

On the 10th (Mon), head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, get to know the fascinating history of Walls of Dubrovnik, and then don't miss a visit to Onophrian Fountain. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 11th (Tue): head off the coast to Lokrum Island, then visit Cavtat Old Town, and then take in the waterfront at Cavtat Seaside Promenade.

To find other places to visit, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Dubrovnik road trip planning app.

You can drive from Kotor to Dubrovnik in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. When traveling from Kotor in July, plan for slightly colder days in Dubrovnik, with highs around 34°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Split.

Experience an authentic Adriatic lifestyle in Split, the largest city along the sea's coast.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Nature & Wildlife Tours and Cathedral of Saint Domnius. Kids will enjoy Stand-Up Paddleboarding and Diocletian's Palace. There's still lots to do: walk around Marjan Park and contemplate the long history of Old Split.

To see photos, ratings, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Split tour site.

Fly from Dubrovnik to Split in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July in Split, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 26°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can go by car to Bled.

The most popular resort in Slovenia, Bled is marked by its iconic church steeple and medieval castle on glacial Lake Bled.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Sat): fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour, then take in the dramatic natural features at Vintgar Gorge, and then step into the grandiose world of Bled Castle.

For ratings, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Bled online trip itinerary builder.

You can drive from Split to Bled in 5.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight and shuttle; or take a bus. Traveling from Split in July, expect Bled to be slightly colder, temps between 32°C and 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight back home.