60 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.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Naval Cathedral of St. Nicholas and Kazan Cathedral. And it doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at The State Hermitage Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, look for gifts at Magazin Kuptsov Yeliseyevykh, and examine the collection at Faberge Museum.

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Chicago, USA to St. Petersburg is an approximately 16-hour combination of flight and train. You can also fly. Traveling from Chicago to St. Petersburg, you'll lose 9 hours due to the time zone difference. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Chicago in March: high temperatures in St. Petersburg hover around 36°F and lows are around 23°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sat) so you can travel to Tallinn.

A historic city with its eye firmly on the future, Tallinn blends medieval fortifications, gleaming skyscrapers, and charming boutiques with a spattering of Soviet relics.

Step off the beaten path and head to Room Escape Games and Toompea Hill. And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Lennusadam Seaplane Harbour, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Aleksander Nevski Katedraali, don't miss a visit to Viru Gates, and steep yourself in history at Kumu Art Museum.

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Do a combination of train and flight from St. Petersburg to Tallinn in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. The time zone difference when traveling from St. Petersburg to Tallinn is minus 1 hour. In March, daytime highs in Tallinn are 38°F, while nighttime lows are 25°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) to allow time to travel to Vilnius.

The capital of Lithuania, Vilnius, boasts an impressive medieval quarter--one of the continent's largest and a World Heritage Site with almost 2,000 historical buildings.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Fri): admire the striking features of Trakai Island Castle Museum and then examine the collection at KGB Museum (Genocido Auku Muziejus). On your second day here, go all around town with City Tours, stop by Vilnius Old Town, thenget engrossed in the history at Gediminas Castle Tower, thentake in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Anne's Church, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral (Arkikatedra Bazilika).

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Getting from Tallinn to Vilnius by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 42°F in March, and nighttime lows around 28°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Gdansk.

Although its history goes back a thousand years, Gdansk represents one of Poland's most modern urban centers, its thriving economy boosted by a lively tourism sector.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Old Town and Europejskie Centrum SolidarnoSci. When in Gdansk, make a side trip to see Muzeum Zamkowe w Malborku in Malbork, approximately Malbork away. Next up on the itinerary: learn about all things military at Museum of the Second World War (Muzeum II Wojny Swiatowej), don't miss a visit to Ulica Elektrykow, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Mary's Church, and have some family-friendly fun at Room of Plenty.

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Traveling by flight from Vilnius to Gdansk takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Standard Time to Central European Standard Time is minus 1 hour. In March, daytime highs in Gdansk are 44°F, while nighttime lows are 31°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) early enough to travel to Warsaw.

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

Step off the beaten path and head to Muzeum Powstania Warszawskiego and Walking tours. There's still lots to do: see the interesting displays at POLIN Muzeum Historii Zydow Polskich, make a trip to Castle Square (Plac Zamkowy), take an in-depth tour of Museum of King Jan III's Palace at Wilanow, and appreciate the history behind Pomnik Bohaterów Getta.

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You can fly from Gdansk to Warsaw in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In March in Warsaw, expect temperatures between 45°F during the day and 31°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) 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.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Mon): test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, thensteep yourself in history at Kalemegdan, and then take in the local highlights with Walking tours. Keep things going the next day: wander the streets of Skadarlija, thenshop like a local with Knez Mihailova, thentake in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Sava Temple, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Ada Ciganlija.

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Fly from Warsaw to Belgrade in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Warsaw in March, with highs in Belgrade at 55°F and lows at 37°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Split.

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

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Marjan Park and Spanjola. Change things up with these side-trips from Split: Fort Napoljun - Napolean (in Hvar), Historic City of Trogir (in Trogir) and Museum of Brac (in Skrip). There's lots more to do: pause for some photo ops at Cathedral of Saint Domnius, explore the world behind art at Galerija Mestrovic, surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, and steep yourself in history at Old Split.

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Traveling by flight from Belgrade to Split takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Belgrade in March, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Split, with lows around 44°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sun) so you can ride a ferry to Korcula Town.

Korcula Town perches on the edge of the island's eastern coastline.

Step off the beaten path and head to Korcula Old City and Bishop's Treasury Museum. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Korcula Town: Ethno Museum Barilo (in Blato) and Korta Katarina Winery (in Orebic). There's still lots to do: head outdoors with Freestyle, don't miss a visit to Kula Svih Svetih, learn about winemaking at Lovric Winery, and pause for some serene contemplation at Sveti Mihovil.

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Getting from Split to Korcula Town by ferry takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry. In March in Korcula Town, expect temperatures between 61°F during the day and 48°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) to allow enough time to ride a ferry 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.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to City Harbor and Speed Boats Tours. When in Dubrovnik, make a side trip to see Cavtat Old Town in Cavtat, approximately Cavtat away. And it doesn't end there: contemplate the long history of Fort Lovrijenac, awaken your taste buds at some of the top wineries in the area, get to know the fascinating history of Dubrovnik City Walls, and wander the streets of Old Town.

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You can ride a ferry from Korcula Town to Dubrovnik in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car. In April in Dubrovnik, expect temperatures between 65°F during the day and 50°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Zagreb.

Zagreb boasts a combination of Austro-Hungarian and Socialist architecture, but it is beloved for its outdoor cafe culture.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Room Escape Games and Tkalciceva. Next up on the itinerary: get the lay of the land with Walking tours, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Mark's Church (Crkva sv. Marka), have some family-friendly fun at Karting Arena Zagreb, and take a stroll through Upper Town (Gornji Grad).

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Fly from Dubrovnik to Zagreb in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Dubrovnik in April, plan for little chillier nights in Zagreb, with lows around 42°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) early enough to drive 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.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Liberty Statue and Margaret Island. The adventure continues: admire the striking features of Hungarian Parliament Building, get engrossed in the history at Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum, snap pictures at Szechenyi Lanchid, and steep yourself in history at Fisherman's Bastion.

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Traveling by car from Zagreb to Budapest takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Budapest are 63°F, while nighttime lows are 40°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Cesky Krumlov.

Known around the world for its medieval castle, Cesky Krumlov offers the chance to experience the charm of a small European city seemingly frozen in time several centuries ago.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Fri): explore the historical opulence of The State Chateau of Hluboká, admire the masterpieces at Egon Schiele Art Centrum, thensteep yourself in history at Former Fink Cafe, and finally contemplate the long history of Cesky Krumlov Castle. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the striking features of Chapel of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, thenexamine the collection at Regional Museum in Cesky Krumlov, thenget to know the fascinating history of Historie mesta Ceský Krumlov, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Christi and Our Lady of Sorrows Church.

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Traveling by car from Budapest to Cesky Krumlov takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In April, daytime highs in Cesky Krumlov are 59°F, while nighttime lows are 40°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Sat) early enough to go by car 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.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Hradcany and Spas. Step out of Prague to go to Kutna Hora and see St Barbara's Church, which is approximately 1h 20 min away. The adventure continues: explore the historical opulence of Prague Castle, take a stroll through Lesser Town, appreciate the history behind Franz Kafka Monument, and snap pictures at Charles Bridge.

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You can drive from Cesky Krumlov to Prague in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In April, plan for daily highs up to 58°F, and evening lows to 41°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) to allow time 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.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Nature & Wildlife Tours and Spas. Step out of Krakow with an excursion to Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau in Oswiecim--about 1h 20 min away. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wawel Cathedral, appreciate the extensive heritage of Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square, contemplate the long history of Wieliczka Salt Mine, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Mary's Basilica.

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You can fly from Prague to Krakow in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a shuttle. April in Krakow sees daily highs of 57°F and lows of 38°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.