16 days in Europe, Asia & United States Itinerary

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London, United Kingdom
— 3 nights
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Jaipur, India
— 3 nights
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
— 4 nights
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Paris, France
— 3 nights
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Cincinnati, United States
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London, United Kingdom — 3 nights

The Square Mile

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.
Get some historical perspective at Westminster Abbey and Churchill War Rooms. Attractions like Natural History Museum and St. Paul's Cathedral make great kid-friendly stops. The adventure continues: admire the masterpieces at National Gallery, make a trip to Buckingham Palace, take in panoramic vistas at Coca-Cola London Eye, and see the interesting displays at The British Museum.

To find reviews, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the London travel planner.

Newcastle upon Tyne to London is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also take a train; or drive. December in London sees daily highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Jaipur.
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Jaipur, India — 3 nights

Pink City

Known as the "Pink City" because of the color of the stone used for many of its notable structures, Jaipur draws visitors with its chaotic street life and a slew of colorful bazaars selling everything from handmade pottery to tie-dye scarves.
Take a break from the city and head to Nature & Wildlife Tours and Elefriend. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Amber Palace and Nahargarh Fort. The adventure continues: make a trip to City Palace of Jaipur, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, admire the landmark architecture of Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind, and take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

To see traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Jaipur trip itinerary planning site.

You can fly from London to Jaipur in 14 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from London to Jaipur is 5.5 hours. Expect much hotter weather when traveling from London in December: highs in Jaipur hover around 30°C, while lows dip to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Dubai.
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates — 4 nights

City of Gold

Take a holiday in Dubai to experience a mix of excitement, entertainment, and relaxation.
Shop till you drop at The Dubai Mall and Dubai Gold Souk. Kids will enjoy Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Al Jahili Fort. Venture out of the city with trips to Al Ain (Al Ain National Museum, Al Ain Oasis, &more) and Abu Dhabi (Heritage Village & Qasr Al Hosn). There's still lots to do: admire the striking features of Burj Khalifa, take an in-depth tour of Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort, get some thrills out on the water with a waterskiing or jet-skiing adventure, and make a splash at Wild Wadi Waterpark.

For traveler tips, maps, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Dubai road trip planning site.

You can fly from Jaipur to Dubai in 7 hours. The time zone difference moving from India Standard Time to Gulf Standard Time is minus 1.5 hours. Traveling from Jaipur in December, Dubai is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Paris.
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Paris, France — 3 nights

City of Light

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.
Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Le Marais and Saint Germain des Pres Quarter. Bring the kids along to Eiffel Tower and Musee d'Orsay. Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Louvre Museum, appreciate the extensive heritage of Champs-Elysees, explore the world behind art at Centre National d'Art et de Culture George Pompidou, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre.

To see other places to visit, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Paris trip itinerary maker site.

Traveling by flight from Dubai to Paris takes 10 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Dubai to Paris is minus 3 hours. In December, Paris is much colder than Dubai - with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) early enough to fly to Cincinnati.
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Cincinnati, United States — 2 nights

The Queen of the West

Situated on the north bank of the Ohio River, Cincinnati distinguished itself as the only U.S. city that left a favorable impression on one of its most famous 19th-century visitors, English author Charles Dickens.
Kick off your visit on the 15th (Thu): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Immaculata Church, then stroll the grounds of Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum, and finally take in the exciting artwork at Cheers to Art!.

For where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Cincinnati vacation builder tool.

Traveling by flight from Paris to Cincinnati takes 13 hours. You'll gain 6 hours traveling from Paris to Cincinnati due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Paris in December, expect little chillier with lows of -1°C in Cincinnati. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.
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United States travel guide

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More than the country of car-packed streets seen in TV shows and movies, the United States of America is a complex and diverse home to over 300 million people living in a wide range of landscapes and climates. From its big-city skyscrapers to its sprawling natural parks, the country's ''melting pot'' combines many ethnic groups that share a strong sense of national identity despite their cultural differences. A country of road trips and big blue skies, the United States harbors orderly cities filled with restaurants, parks, museums, and innumerable sightseeing opportunities, as well as pristine natural areas perfect for a holiday in the great outdoors. To see as much as you can of this diverse land quickly, drive over some of the more than 6 million km (4 million mi) of highways leading through deserts, mountain peaks, fertile fields, and giant urban centers.
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