60 days in Europe, Africa & Asia Itinerary

Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.

Attractions like Parque del Retiro and Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza make great kid-friendly stops. Explore Madrid's surroundings by going to Toledo (Antica Roma Gallery, Casco Historico de Toledo, &more) and Segovia (La Muralla de Segovia, Acueduct of Segovia, &more). There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at Prado National Museum, don't miss a visit to Puerta del Sol, hunt for treasures at Mercado San Miguel, and let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour.

To find photos, ratings, maps, and tourist information, go to the Madrid trip itinerary website.

Bacau, Romania to Madrid is an approximately 36-hour car ride. Traveling from Bacau to Madrid, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Bacau in July, with highs in Madrid at 40°C and lows at 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can fly to Rabat.

On a vacation in Rabat, a World Heritage Site and Morocco's capital, you can discover the city's long and rich history while enjoying a laidback atmosphere, less touristy than in the booming Casablanca and Marrakech.

Family-friendly places like Hassan II Mosque and Chellah will thrill your kids. Take a break from Rabat with a short trip to Temple Beth-El in Casablanca, about 1h 25 min away. Spend the 12th (Wed) exploring nature at Jardin Zoologique de Rabat. There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of Kasbah des Oudaias, engage your brain at Musee de Maroc Telecom, get a new perspective on nature at Musee De l'Abeille Vivante, and admire the masterpieces at Museum Mohamed VI of Modern and Contemporary Art.

To find reviews, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Rabat trip builder site.

Traveling by flight from Madrid to Rabat takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, bus, and ferry; or do a combination of train and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Madrid to Rabat. Traveling from Madrid in July, expect nights in Rabat to be about the same, around 25°C, while days are much colder, around 25°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Tunis.

The Mediterranean port city of Tunis, Tunisia's bustling capital, boasts a vibrant mix of cultures and architectural styles, enchanting visitors with its historical attractions, picturesque beaches, and laidback vibe.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Ichkeul National Park and Hammamet Beach. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Tunis: Citrus Golf Club (in Hammamet), Fort d'Espagne (in Bizerte) and Musee National Militaire (in Mannouba). Next up on the itinerary: examine the collection at The National Bardo Museum, take in the spiritual surroundings of Zitouna Mosque, contemplate the long history of Palace Dar Nejma Ezzahra, and take in the exciting artwork at Roumouz.

For maps, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, read Tunis holiday builder site.

Fly from Rabat to Tunis in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry; or do a combination of train and ferry. The time zone difference when traveling from Rabat to Tunis is 1 hour. When traveling from Rabat in July, plan for much hotter days in Tunis, with highs around 40°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) to allow time to fly to Cairo.

More than 20 million people call Cairo their home and, as soon as you set foot in the sprawling metropolis, it's evident they make it crowded and chaotic, but also exuberant and charming.

Kids will appreciate attractions like The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities and Pyramids of Giza. Explore Cairo's surroundings by going to Great Sphinx (in Giza) and Saqqara (Pyramid of Teti & Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids). And it doesn't end there: take an exotic tour of a safari tour, meet some fierce fish with Dive Mania, shop like a local with Khan Al-Khalili, and wander the streets of Islamic Cairo.

To see photos, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Cairo day trip app.

Fly from Tunis to Cairo in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Tunis to Cairo due to the time zone difference. July in Cairo sees daily highs of 41°C and lows of 28°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Addis Ababa.

A sprawling metropolis and home to millions of Ethiopians, Addis Ababa houses many international organizations, embassies, and commissions, making it a diplomatic, political, and economic hub of the country.

Family-friendly places like Tibeb Leather Works and Photography Tours will thrill your kids. There's much more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Holy Trinity Cathedral, don't miss a visit to Shiro Meda Market, examine the collection at Red Terror Martyrs Memorial Museum, and take in the awesome beauty at Mount Entoto.

To find where to stay, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Addis Ababa attractions site.

Getting from Cairo to Addis Ababa by flight takes about 7.5 hours. Other options: drive. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Cairo to Addis Ababa due to the time zone difference. Plan for cooler temperatures traveling from Cairo in July, with highs in Addis Ababa at 24°C and lows at 15°C. You'll set off for Asmara on the 3rd (Thu).

Having earned UNESCO World Heritage status for its abundance of Italian modernist architecture, Asmara boasts a rich history and architectural gems.

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Thu): admire the landmark architecture of Fiat Tagliero. On the next day, admire the landmark architecture of Al Khulafa Al Rashiudin Mosque, admire the landmark architecture of Nda Mariam Othodox Church, make a trip to Medebar Market, then enjoy some diversion at Cinema Impero, then don't miss a visit to Liberation Avenue (also called Harnet Ave), and finally admire the striking features of Cattedrale di Asmara.

For reviews, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Asmara trip planning site.

You can fly from Addis Ababa to Asmara in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Jerusalem.

Few places in the world boast such a long history and such a rich multiethnic culture as Jerusalem, a city sacred to Jews, Muslims, and Christians.

Kids will enjoy The Israel Museum, Jerusalem and Yad Vashem - The World Holocaust Remembrance Center. Explore Jerusalem's surroundings by going to Nachal Arugot Nature Reserve (in Masada), Tel Aviv (Let's Walk - Hike & Travel Israel with Omer Ziv & Room Escape Games) and Musmar Pottery (in Nazareth). There's much more to do: take in the awesome beauty at Mount Tabor, explore the ancient world of Western Wall, take an in-depth tour of Bible Lands Museum Jerusalem, and look for all kinds of wild species at En Gedi Nature Reserve.

For reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Jerusalem route planning website.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Asmara to Jerusalem. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Asmara to Jerusalem due to the time zone difference. In August in Jerusalem, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Beirut.

Sitting on the Mediterranean coast, Beirut, the country's capital and largest city, has plenty of appeal itself, as well as offering a convenient base for exploring the country's other sights and cities.

Family-friendly places like Chir Bay and Mim Museum - Mineral Museum will thrill your kids. Get out of town with these interesting Beirut side-trips: Saint Charbel Statue (in Faraiya), Tannourine Cedar Forest Nature Reserve (in Tannourine) and Temples of Baalbek (in Baalbeck). The adventure continues: test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Saint Charbel Tomb, delve into the lush surroundings at Bkassine Pine Forest, and look for gifts at Miky's Accessories.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Beirut travel planner.

Traveling by flight from Jerusalem to Beirut takes 6.5 hours. In August, plan for daily highs up to 38°C, and evening lows to 30°C. You will have some time to spend on the 20th (Sun) before leaving for Kabul.

A trip to Kabul reveals an intense portrait of Afghanistan's past, present, and future.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Mon): take in the spiritual surroundings of Shah-e Doh Shamshira Mosque, then walk around Bagh-e Babur, then don't miss a visit to Babur Tomb, and finally explore the different monuments and memorials at Christian Cemetery. Keep things going the next day: browse the exhibits of National Museum of Afghanistan, then admire the landmark architecture of Darul Aman Palace, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Qargha Reservoir.

To find reviews, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Kabul route builder tool.

Getting from Beirut to Kabul by flight takes about 11 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Beirut to Kabul is 2.5 hours. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Islamabad.

The country's capital since 1963, Islamabad has the look and feel of a planned administrative city because, by and large, that's exactly what it is.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Margalla Hills and Pakistan Monument Museum. Change things up with these side-trips from Islamabad: Miranjani (in Abbottabad), Pir Sohawa (in Haripur) and Karakoram Highway (in Hassan Abdal). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Faisal Mosque, take in the dramatic natural features at Shakarpariyan Hills, let the kids burn off some steam at Fatima Jinnah Park, and examine the collection at Lok Virsa Museum.

To see more things to do, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, read Islamabad online route planner.

You can fly from Kabul to Islamabad in 4.5 hours. Traveling from Kabul to Islamabad, you'll lose 0.5 hours due to the time zone difference. In August in Islamabad, expect temperatures between 39°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.