29 days in Italy & Malta Itinerary

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.

On the 11th (Sun), admire the masterpieces at Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, then stroll the grounds of Monumental Cemetery, and then get to know the resident critters at Parco Faunistico Le Cornelle. On the 12th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: buy something for everyone on your list at Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and then take a stroll through Brera District.

To find more things to do, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Milan driving holiday planning app.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Milan is an approximately 17-hour flight. Traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Milan, you'll gain 7 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Kuala Lumpur in June, expect Milan to be little chillier, temps between 33°C and 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (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.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Tue): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Convento dei Cappuccini e Chiesa di San Francesco, then kick back and relax at Spiaggia di Fegina, and then hike along Levanto to Monterosso Trail. On the 14th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: examine the collection at Museo Civico Amedeo Lia and then trek along Cinque Terre Trails.

To see maps, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Cinque Terre vacation builder app.

Drive from Milan to Cinque Terre in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In June, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) to allow time to 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.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Thu): examine the collection at Casa di Giulietta, then wander the streets of Piazza delle Erbe, then enjoy some music at Arena di Verona, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Lago di Garda. Here are some ideas for day two: step into the grandiose world of Museo di Castelvecchio, enjoy the sand and surf at Spiaggia Baia delle Sirene, and then take in panoramic vistas at Torre dei Lamberti.

To find traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Verona route planner.

Traveling by car from Cinque Terre to Verona takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train, bus, and shuttle. June in Verona sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 20°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can drive 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.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Sat): kick back and relax at Bagni Alberoni and then enjoy the sand and surf at Blue Moon. Keep things going the next day: make a trip to Piazza San Marco, take in the views from Ponte dei Sospiri, then explore the activities along Canal Grande, and finally admire the striking features of Basilica di San Marco.

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Traveling by car from Verona to Venice takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a train. In June, daily temperatures in Venice can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can go by car to Florence.

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

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Mon): take in nature's colorful creations at The Boboli Gardens, then don't miss a visit to Piazzale Michelangelo, then steep yourself in history at Basilica of Santa Croce, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Easy Living. Keep things going the next day: admire the masterpieces at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, steep yourself in history at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, then explore the world behind art at Gallerie Degli Uffizi, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Basilica San Miniato al Monte.

To find where to stay, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Florence online road trip planner.

Traveling by car from Venice to Florence takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. June in Florence sees daily highs of 33°C and lows of 21°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Tue) so you can catch the train to Rome.

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

Take a break from the city and head to Giardino del lago and Lido di Enea. Colosseum and Vatican Museums are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Venture out of the city with trips to Villa d'Este (in Tivoli) and Sabbianera Super Beach (in Anguillara Sabazia).

For ratings, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Rome trip itinerary planning tool.

Getting from Florence to Rome by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: fly; or drive. In June, daytime highs in Rome are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) to allow time to take a train to Pompeii.

Pompeii has been a tourist destination for more than 250 years.

On the 24th (Sat), admire the striking features of Villa dei Misteri, delve into the distant past at Pompeii Archaeological Park, and then head outdoors with Antico Bagno Stabilimento Balneare. Here are some ideas for day two: steep yourself in history at Casa del Poeta Tragico, then admire the striking features of Villa Rufolo, then admire the natural beauty at Villa Cimbrone Gardens, and finally get engrossed in the history at Museo Vesuviano Giovan Battista Alfano.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Pompeii online trip itinerary builder.

You can take a train from Rome to Pompeii in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Pompeii can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sun) so you can travel to Capri.

The island of Capri encompasses all the magical allure of the Mediterranean--dramatic blue waters, lush mountainous landscape, and picturesque island villages.

On the 26th (Mon), get engrossed in the history at Villa San Michele, pause for some photo ops at Natural Arch, explore the ancient world of Villa Jovis, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Chiesa San Michele, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Giardini di Augusto, and finally take in the dramatic natural features at I Faraglioni.

For ratings, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Capri trip itinerary website.

Traveling by combination of taxi and ferry from Pompeii to Capri takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. In June, daily temperatures in Capri can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 27th (Tue) to allow time for travel to Valletta.

Malta's capital city, Valletta preserves most of its medieval architecture, built in the 16th and 17th centuries by the Knights Hospitaller, once a powerful military order.

On the 28th (Wed), steep yourself in history at Parrocca San Pawl Nawfragu, witness the site of a historic battle at Lascaris War Rooms, take in nature's colorful creations at Upper Barrakka Gardens, then witness the site of a historic battle at Saluting Battery, and finally ponder the world of politics at Grandmaster's Palace. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 29th (Thu): brush up on your military savvy at Fort Rinella, then learn about all things military at Malta at War Museum, then learn about all things military at Fort St Elmo - National War Museum, and finally get engrossed in the history at The Knights Hospitallers.

For more things to do, photos, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Valletta road trip planner.

You can do a combination of ferry and flight from Capri to Valletta in 5.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of ferry, train, and bus; or do a combination of ferry, train, and bus. In June in Valletta, expect temperatures between 33°C during the day and 22°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Thu) so you can go by car to Mdina.

The city of Mdina has long been called the "Silent City of Malta" due to the fortified walls that confine this medieval town.

On the 30th (Fri), get engrossed in the history at Malta Classic Car Collection Museum, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Golden Bay, and then take in the dramatic natural features at Blue Grotto (Il-Hnejja). Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: don't miss a visit to St Agatha's Tower - The Red Tower, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Mellieha Beach, and then browse the exhibits of Palazzo Falson Historic House Museum.

For other places to visit, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, read Mdina trip planner.

Mdina is just a stone's throw from Valletta. Expect a daytime high around 33°C in June, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Comino.

While it is not the largest island of the Maltese archipelago, Comino serves as an oasis of serenity for many reasons other than its picturesque Mediterranean location.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Sun): contemplate the waterfront views at Santa Marija Bay, then explore the activities along Blue Lagoon, and then take in panoramic vistas at St. Mary's Tower.

To see ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, read Comino trip planner.

Traveling by combination of taxi and ferry from Mdina to Comino takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry. In July, daytime highs in Comino are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) so you can travel to Island of Gozo.

The tiny island of Gozo, often called "Malta's little sister," sits in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea and lures visitors with its unspoiled natural scenery.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Mon): take in the dramatic natural features at Ta' Cenc Cliffs, learn about winemaking at Tal-Massar Winery, and then kick back and relax at San Blas beach.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Island of Gozo planning tool.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Comino to Island of Gozo. In July in Island of Gozo, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 26°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Mon) so you can travel back home.