10-Day European Adventure

• Day 1: Boulders Beach, South Africa
  30 minutes (20.6 km) from Cape Town

  Boulders Beach is one of the only places in the world where you can get up close and personal with African penguins. Walk along the boardwalks and watch them swim and play in their natural habitat.

• Day 2: Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia
  2 hours 20 minutes (140 km) from Boulders Beach

  Plitvice Lakes National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest national parks in Southeast Europe. The park features stunning lakes, waterfalls, and hiking trails for adventurers to explore.

• Day 3: Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland
  8 hours (756 km) from Plitvice Lakes National Park

  Lauterbrunnen is a small village nestled in the Swiss Alps. It's a popular destination for adventure seekers, boasting activities such as paragliding, skydiving, and canyoning.

• Day 4: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France
  3 hours 15 minutes (200 km) from Lauterbrunnen

  Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is home to the highest peak in the Alps - the famous Mont Blanc. It's a popular destination for skiing, snowboarding, and mountaineering.

• Day 5: Cinque Terre, Italy
  4 hours 30 minutes (410 km) from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

  Cinque Terre is a beautiful coastal region in Italy consisting of five small towns. It's a popular destination for hiking enthusiasts, as it offers miles of stunning coastal trails.

• Day 6: Corfu, Greece
  8 hours 30 minutes (1,100 km) from Cinque Terre

  Corfu is a beautiful island located in the Ionian sea. It's a popular destination for water sports, such as sailing, windsurfing, and scuba diving.

• Day 7: Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia
  2 hours 40 minutes (215 km) from Corfu

  Take a second day to experience the beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park, or use this as a travel day to get back to Croatia from Greece.

• Day 8: Prague, Czech Republic
  7 hours 30 minutes (745 km) from Plitvice Lakes National Park

  Prague is a beautiful city with a rich history and architecture. It's a popular destination for adventure seekers who love hiking, biking, and exploring off the beaten path.

• Day 9: Krakow, Poland
  4 hours 30 minutes (540 km) from Prague

  Krakow is a historic city with a beautiful old town and bustling nightlife. It's a popular destination for adventure seekers, with activities such as rock climbing and bungee jumping available nearby.

• Day 10: Zakopane, Poland
  2 hours 20 minutes (109 km) from Krakow

  Zakopane is Poland's winter capital and a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding. In the summer, it transforms into a hiking and rock climbing destination.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Boulders Beach (1-2 hours, R152)
• Plitvice Lakes National Park (6-8 hours, 180 HRK)
• Lauterbrunnen (2-3 days, varies by activity)
• Chamonix-Mont-Blanc (2-3 days, varies by activity)
• Cinque Terre (1-2 days, €16 day pass for hiking trails)
• Corfu (2-3 days, varies by activity)
• Prague (2-3 days, varies by activity)
• Krakow (2-3 days, varies by activity)
• Zakopane (2-3 days, varies by activity)
Total Estimated Costs: R152 + 180 HRK + €16 + varies by activity

Transportation

Travelers may want to consider renting a car to explore these destinations in a timely manner. Public transportation is also available in most cities and may be more cost-effective depending on the travel itinerary. Estimated travel costs range between R200 to R1000 per day.

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider exploring more of Croatia - Dubrovnik is a popular destination with stunning architecture and a rich history. For those with less time, skip one of the destinations and add additional days to other places to fully experience them.

Airports

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is located approximately 20 km from Boulders Beach. Prague Vaclav Havel Airport (PRG) is located approximately 17 km from the city center. Krakow Airport (KRK) is located approximately 11 km from the city center. Each airport offers transportation options to get to and from your destination.