13 days in Europe Itinerary

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

London is known for museums, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in panoramic vistas at Coca-Cola London Eye, make a trip to Big Ben, steep yourself in history at Buckingham Palace, and get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum.

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Detroit, USA to London is an approximately 11-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 5 hours traveling from Detroit to London. Expect a daytime high around 56°F in April, and nighttime lows around 40°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) to allow time to take a train to Paris.

A beautiful and romantic city fit for any itinerary, Paris brims with historic associations and remains vastly influential in the realms of culture, art, fashion, food and design.

When in Paris, make a side trip to see Palace of Versailles in Versailles, approximately Versailles away. There's still lots to do: admire the masterpieces at Louvre Museum, enjoy some classic entertainment at Moulin Rouge, admire the striking features of Sainte-Chapelle, and pause for some photo ops at Arc de Triomphe.

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Getting from London to Paris by train takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: fly; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time to Central European Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. In April, daily temperatures in Paris can reach 60°F, while at night they dip to 42°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) to allow time to take a train to Brussels.

The allure of the multi-cultural capital, Brussels, stems from its mix of political intrigue, artistic influence, historical significance, and a thriving social scene.

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You can take a train from Paris to Brussels in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. When traveling from Paris in April, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in Brussels: temperatures range from 55°F by day to 39°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Hannover.

Hannover, northern Germany's major urban center, may be best known for hosting annual commercial trade fairs.

Change things up with a short trip to Serengeti-Park Hodenhagen in Hodenhagen (about 48 minutes away). The adventure continues: take in nature's colorful creations at Herrenhauser Garten and admire the local landmark of Oskar Winter Brunnen.

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Traveling by flight from Brussels to Hannover takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In April in Hannover, expect temperatures between 57°F during the day and 39°F at night. On the 21st (Fri), you're off to Berlin.

The country's capital and largest city, Berlin is a diverse urban center boasting a lively nightlife and countless things to do.

Keep things going the next day: contemplate the long history of Charlottenburg Palace and then appreciate the history behind Brandenburg Gate.

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Take a train from Hannover to Berlin in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) early enough to fly back home.