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.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Fri): wander the streets of Westminster.

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Glasgow to London is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also take a train; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 11°C in December, and nighttime lows around 4°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) early enough to catch the 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.

On the 4th (Sun), examine the collection at Musee des Arts Forains, then see the interesting displays at Musee Nissim de Camondo, and then explore the world behind art at Petit Palais. Here are some ideas for day two: tour the pleasant surroundings at Ile Saint-Louis, then wander the streets of Saint Germain des Pres Quarter, then take a stroll through Île de la Cité, and finally get engrossed in the history at Memorial De La Shoah.

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You can take a train from London to Paris in 3.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or do a combination of car and train. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Paris due to the time zone difference. In December, plan for daily highs up to 9°C, and evening lows to 3°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Lucerne.

In north-central Switzerland, Lucerne represents a small city boasting a well-preserved old town.

You'll explore and learn at Museum Rosengart Collection and Bourbaki Panorama. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Glasi Hergiswil and Zoological Museum. Go for a jaunt from Lucerne to Zurich to see Niederdorf about 1h 5 min away. Next up on the itinerary: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Jesuitenkirche, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hofkirche, glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour, and get engrossed in the history at Glacier Garden Lucerne (Gletschergarten).

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You can fly from Paris to Lucerne in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Paris in December; daily highs in Lucerne reach 5°C and lows reach -1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Nice.

Well-known for the beautiful views of its famous Promenade des Anglais waterfront, Nice is an ethnically-diverse coastal port city on the French Riviera and the fifth most populated city in France.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Fri): stroll around Le Jardin Albert 1er, then kick back and relax at Blue Beach, and then see the interesting displays at Musée Marc Chagall. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the sheer force of Cascade de Gairaut, then walk around Parc du Mont Boron, and then don't miss a visit to Place Ile-de-Beaute.

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Fly from Lucerne to Nice in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Lucerne in December; daily highs in Nice reach 17°C and lows reach 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Menton.

Known for its own microclimate that is generally milder than the rest of the French Riviera, Menton is located very close to the border with Italy, whose influence is visible in the architecture and customs of the city.

On the 11th (Sun), play a few rounds at Monte-Carlo Golf Club, enjoy the sand and surf at Promenade du Soleil, then explore the world behind art at Musee du Bastion, and finally steep yourself in history at Basilica St. Michel.

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Traveling by car from Nice to Menton takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. December in Menton sees daily highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Asti.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Mon): learn about winemaking at Cantina di Nizza, do a tasting at L' ARMANGIA AZ. AGR. / WINE CELLAR, and then examine the collection at Fondazione Cesare Pavese. Here are some ideas for day two: see the interesting displays at Arazzeria Scassa, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Battistero di San Pietro, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Collegiata di San Secondo.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Menton to Asti. Traveling from Menton in December, expect Asti to be slightly colder, temps between 9°C and 1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) early enough to go by car back home.