17 days in Europe Itinerary

World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Sun): step into the grandiose world of Edinburgh Castle, then don't miss a visit to The Royal Mile, and then get curious at Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. On the 8th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: step aboard Royal Yacht Britannia, explore the striking landscape at Arthur's Seat, and then steep yourself in history at The Real Mary King's Close.

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Kolkata (Calcutta), India to Edinburgh is an approximately 18-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 5.5 hours traveling from Kolkata (Calcutta) to Edinburgh. Prepare for colder weather when traveling from Kolkata (Calcutta) in May: high temperatures in Edinburgh hover around 17°C and lows are around 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Mon) to allow time to fly to London.

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 9th (Tue): take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Paul's Cathedral, then don't miss a visit to Tower of London, then snap pictures at Tower Bridge, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Coca-Cola London Eye. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 10th (Wed): admire the landmark architecture of Westminster Abbey, then take an in-depth tour of The British Museum, and then explore the world behind art at National Gallery.

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Traveling by flight from Edinburgh to London takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. May in London sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Amsterdam.

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.

On the 11th (Thu), steep yourself in history at Museum Het Rembrandthuis, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Begijnhof, then examine the collection at Anne Frank House, and finally admire the masterpieces at Van Gogh Museum. On the 12th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the masterpieces at Rijksmuseum, walk around Vondelpark, and then sample the tasty concoctions at Heineken Experience.

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Traveling by flight from London to Amsterdam takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of car and train. Traveling from London to Amsterdam, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. May in Amsterdam sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Bayeux.

Most travelers take a trip to Bayeux to see the famed tapestry depicting the legendary Norman Conquest from the 11th century.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Sat): admire the landmark architecture of Cathedrale Notre-Dame, witness the site of a historic battle at Omaha Beach, then stroll the grounds of Normandy American Cemetery, and finally take an in-depth tour of Omaha Beach Memorial Museum. On the next day, contemplate the long history of Remains Mulberry Harbour, examine the collection at Musee du debarquement, awaken your taste buds at Cave Cidricole Lecornu, then admire the masterpieces at Musee de la Tapisserie de Bayeux, and finally explore the different monuments and memorials at Bayeux War Cemetery.

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Getting from Amsterdam to Bayeux by car takes about 7 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and car; or take a train. In May, daytime highs in Bayeux are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive 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 15th (Mon), steep yourself in history at Eiffel Tower, then admire the striking features of Arc de Triomphe, and then explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum. On the 16th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take a stroll through Île de la Cité, then stroll around Luxembourg Gardens, then admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Orsay, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre.

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Drive from Bayeux to Paris in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) early enough 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.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Wed): contemplate the long history of Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild, admire the natural beauty at Le Jardin Exotique d'Eze, then get great views at Colline du Chateau overlook, and finally don't miss a visit to Place Massena. On the next day, explore the different monuments and memorials at Cimetiere du Chateau, then get to know the fascinating history of Old Town, then pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Saint-Nicolas a Nice, and finally see the interesting displays at Musée Marc Chagall.

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You can fly from Paris to Nice in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Paris in May since evenings lows in Nice dip to 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Fri) so you can fly to Zurich.

The financial hub of Switzerland, Zurich is most often associated with money and banks.

Venture out of the city with trips to Lucerne (Lake Lucerne, Hofkirche, &more) and Mt Pilatus (in Kriens). There's much more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Zurich, take a stroll through Old Town, and shop like a local with Bahnhofstrasse.

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Getting from Nice to Zurich by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Nice in May, plan for slightly colder nights in Zurich, with lows around 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can catch the flight back home.