12 days in Europe Itinerary

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Fly
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Paris, France
Train
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
— 2 nights
Train
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Paris, France
— 4 nights
Train
4
Bern, Switzerland
Train
5
Venice, Italy
— 2 nights
Train
6
Rome, Italy
— 1 night
Subway
7
Vatican City, Italy
— 1 day
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Paris, France

City of Light

To see ratings, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, read Paris day trip planning app.

Winnipeg, Canada to Paris is an approximately 15-hour flight. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time to Central European Standard Time, which is usually a 7 hour difference. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in May, and nighttime lows around 11°C. You will leave for Amsterdam on the 16th (Tue).
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands — 2 nights

Venice of the North

Here are some ideas for day two: visit Red Light District.

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You can take a train from Paris to Amsterdam in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In May, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) early enough to take a train to Paris.
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Paris, France — 4 nights

City of Light

Your inner history buff will appreciate Eiffel Tower and Champs-Elysees. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Louvre Museum and Arc de Triomphe. Explore Paris further: explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay, admire the striking features of La Madeleine, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, and make a trip to Place de la Concorde.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, use the Paris trip planner.

You can take a train from Amsterdam to Paris in 4.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Mon) to allow time to travel to Bern.
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Bern, Switzerland

City of Bears

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Mon): wander the streets of UNESCO-Altstadt von Bern and then take some stellar pictures from The Cathedral of Bern.

To see photos, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Bern attractions planner.

Getting from Paris to Bern by combination of flight, bus, and train takes about 5 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. Traveling from Paris in May, expect slightly colder with lows of 7°C in Bern. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can fly to Venice.
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Venice, Italy — 2 nights

City of Romance

On the 23rd (Tue), steep yourself in history at Ponte dei Sospiri, don't miss a visit to Piazza San Marco, contemplate the long history of Doge's Palace, then admire the landmark architecture of Basilica di San Marco, then take a stroll through Campo del Ghetto, and finally visit Cannaregio.

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You can fly from Bern to Venice in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Bern in May, with highs in Venice at 26°C and lows at 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Wed) so you can fly to Rome.
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Rome, Italy — 1 night

Eternal City

Start off your visit on the 24th (Wed): explore the ancient world of Palatine Hill, then delve into the distant past at Colosseum, then delve into the distant past at Pantheon, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Piazza Navona.

To see where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Rome road trip planner.

Fly from Venice to Rome in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. May in Rome sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Vatican City.
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Vatican City, Italy — 1 day

City of Seven Hills

On the 25th (Thu), explore the world behind art at Vatican Museums, then pause for some serene contemplation at Cappella Redemptoris Mater, then steep yourself in history at St. Peter's Basilica, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cupola di San Pietro.

To see maps, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Vatican City journey planner.

Vatican City is very close to Rome. In May, daily temperatures in Vatican City can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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Historic Sites · Museums
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