60 days in Italy & Turkey Itinerary

Often referred to as the gem of the Amalfi Coast, Positano remains one of southern Italy's most sought-after vacation locales, thanks to its hillside location and picturesque, pastel buildings.

Kids will enjoy Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone Gardens. Change things up with these side-trips from Positano: Sorrento (Marina di Puolo, St Francis Church and Convent, &more), Amalfi (Valle delle Ferriere, Museo della Carta, &more) and Ravello (Ceramiche Cosmolena di Margherita di Palma & Duomo di Ravello). There's much more to do: take advantage of the amenities at Fornillo, get great views at Il Sentiero Degli Dei, get outside with Outdoor Activities, and stroll through Spiaggia Grande.

To see more things to do and other tourist information, use the Positano sightseeing planner.

Istanbul, Turkey to Positano is an approximately 6.5-hour combination of flight and ferry. You can also do a combination of car and ferry; or take a bus. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Istanbul to Positano due to the time zone difference. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Istanbul in September: highs in Positano hover around 31°C, while lows dip to 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Venice.

Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.

Bring the kids along to Canal Grande and Basilica di San Marco. Explore Venice's surroundings by going to PDC Cartizze (in Valdobbiadene) and Padua (Chiesa degli Eremitani - World Heritage Site, Scrovegni Chapel, &more). The adventure continues: get to know the fascinating history of Piazza San Marco, pause for some serene contemplation at San Giorgio Maggiore, contemplate the long history of St Mark's Campanile, and admire the masterpieces at Peggy Guggenheim Collection.

To find photos, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Venice attractions planner.

Getting from Positano to Venice by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Positano in September, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Venice, with lows of 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) so you can drive to Verona.

The famous setting for Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet, Verona is one of northern Italy's main tourist destinations, largely owing to its incredibly rich artistic heritage.

Bring the kids along to Arena di Verona and Casa di Giulietta. There's lots more to do: take a stroll through Piazza delle Erbe, contemplate the long history of Museo di Castelvecchio, indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Verona's Cathedral (Duomo).

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, use the Verona trip itinerary site.

Drive from Venice to Verona in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a train. In September in Verona, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 17°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Milan.

In many ways the most modern of Italian cities, Milan is a busy, elegant metropolis with an impressive list of grand palaces, fine churches, and important museums.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Duomo di Milano and La Casa Maledetta. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Milan: Tremezzina (Villa del Balbianello & Villa Carlotta), Bellagio (Basilica di San Giacomo & La Punta Spartivento) and Varenna (S. Giovanni Battista & Villa Monastero). Next up on the itinerary: get a taste of the local shopping with Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, stroll the grounds of Monumental Cemetery, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio, and get advice or help at Pinacoteca Ambrosiana.

Take the guesswork out of planning a Milan vacation by using our trip itinerary maker.

Drive from Verona to Milan in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) to allow time to drive to Cinque Terre.

Made up of five picturesque towns on the Ligurian coast, Cinque Terre is Italy's answer to the French Riviera.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Aquarium of Genoa and Footpath Monterosso - Vernazza. And it doesn't end there: get up close to creatures of the deep with 5 Terre Pelagos Boat Tours, get to know the fascinating history of Borgo Antico, explore the striking landscape of Parco Nazionale Cinque Terre, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Santa Margherita di Antiochia Church.

To find ratings, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, read Cinque Terre vacation maker app.

You can drive from Milan to Cinque Terre in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. When traveling from Milan in October, plan for somewhat warmer days in Cinque Terre, with highs around 25°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) so you can drive to Florence.

Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.

Kids will enjoy Florence Academy of Fine Arts and Ponte Vecchio. Venture out of the city with trips to Podere Pellicciano - Agrisole (in San Miniato), Leaning Tower of Pisa (in Pisa) and San Michele in Foro (in Lucca). Dedicate the 12th (Thu) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's still lots to do: make a trip to Piazzale Michelangelo, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica of Santa Croce, and admire the natural beauty at The Boboli Gardens.

For photos, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, read Florence journey builder app.

You can drive from Cinque Terre to Florence in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In October, daily temperatures in Florence can reach 25°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Siena.

Siena, a medieval Tuscan city, features numerous attractions, including a historic town center, alleyways, towers, and well-preserved buildings.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Duomo di Siena and Piazza del Campo. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Siena: il Cocco (in Montalcino) and Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona (in Castelnuovo dell'Abate). Next up on the itinerary: savor the flavors at Food & Drink, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Battistero di San Giovanni, awaken your taste buds at some of the top wineries in the area, and ponder the design of Fontebranda.

To see traveler tips, photos, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Siena road trip planning website.

Traveling by car from Florence to Siena takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 26°C in October, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Assisi.

Rich in culture and religious tradition, Assisi is known as the birthplace of St.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Basilica Papale e Sacro Convento di San Francesco d'Assisi and Eremo delle Carceri. Get out of town with these interesting Assisi side-trips: Piana di Castelluccio di Norcia (in Castelluccio di Norcia), Montefalco (Wild Foods Italy & Montioni Frantoio e Cantina) and Galleria Nazionale dell'Umbria (in Perugia). Next up on the itinerary: explore the historical opulence of Rocca Maggiore, look for all kinds of wild species at Bosco di San Francesco, learn about winemaking at Azienda Agraria Saio, and see the interesting displays at Museo della Porziuncola.

For ratings, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Assisi travel planner.

Drive from Siena to Assisi in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Siena in October, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Assisi, with lows of 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Fri) so you can go by car to Rome.

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.

Kids will enjoy Colosseum and Trevi Fountain. Step out of Rome with an excursion to Villa Adriana in Tivoli--about 36 minutes away. The adventure continues: delve into the distant past at Pantheon, wander the streets of Trastevere, make a trip to Spanish Steps, and contemplate the long history of Roman Forum.

To find ratings and tourist information, use the Rome trip builder.

Drive from Assisi to Rome in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. October in Rome sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 27th (Fri) to allow time for the flight to Goreme.

Famed for its landscape of unusually shaped stone formations and churches cut into the natural rocks, Goreme sits in the central part of the country, an area originally settled during Roman times.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Goreme: Derinkuyu (Derinkuyu Yeralti Sehri & Kaymakli Underground City). Next up on the itinerary: get outside with Outdoor Activities, Head underground at Uchisar Castle, see Off-Road Tours, and get to know the fascinating history of Goreme National Park.

To find ratings, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Goreme route planner.

You can fly from Rome to Goreme in 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. You'll lose 2 hours traveling from Rome to Goreme due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Rome in October, expect a bit cooler with lows of 6°C in Goreme. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) to allow time to fly to Pamukkale.

A popular spa since the second century BCE, the modern city of Pamukkale continues to draw worldwide attention with its hot springs and travertines--naturally formed calcite bathing pools.

On the 4th (Sat), contemplate the long history of Hierapolis and then witness a stunning natural landmark at Pamukkale Thermal Pools. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 5th (Sun): explore the different monuments and memorials at Anatolia Cemetery and then head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.

To find photos, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, read Pamukkale online day trip planner.

Getting from Goreme to Pamukkale by flight takes about 6 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Istanbul.

A physical and cultural bridge between Europe and Asia, the transcontinental city of Istanbul serves as a living reminder of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Hagia Sophia Mosque and Topkapi Palace. There's still lots to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Sultan Ahmed Mosque, admire the striking features of Dolmabahce Palace, get engrossed in the history at Chora Museum, and browse the eclectic array of goods at Kapali Carsi.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Istanbul trip website.

Traveling by flight from Pamukkale to Istanbul takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In November, daytime highs in Istanbul are 17°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can travel back home.