19 days in Europe Itinerary

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

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Tue): see the interesting displays at Anne Frank House, make a trip to Royal Palace Amsterdam, explore the engaging exhibits at NEMO Science Museum, explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, then explore the world behind art at Rijksmuseum, and finally walk around Vondelpark. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: steep yourself in history at Begijnhof and then browse the exhibits of Museum Het Rembrandthuis.

For photos, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Amsterdam online tour itinerary maker.

Bengaluru, India to Amsterdam is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. You can also drive. The time zone difference moving from India Standard Time (IST) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is minus 4.5 hours. Prepare for colder weather when traveling from Bengaluru in May: high temperatures in Amsterdam hover around 20°C and lows are around 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Thu) early enough 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.

Explore Paris' surroundings by going to Palace of Versailles (in Versailles) and Disneyland Paris (in Marne-la-Vallee). The adventure continues: admire the masterpieces at Louvre Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, listen to music at Palais Garnier, and admire all the interesting features of Eiffel Tower.

For maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Paris trip planner.

Traveling by train from Amsterdam to Paris takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. May in Paris sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Mon) early enough to fly to Lucerne.

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

Step out of Lucerne with an excursion to Swiss Knife Valley Visitor Center in Brunnen--about 40 minutes away. There's much more to do: take in the awesome beauty at Rigi, take in the spiritual surroundings of Hofkirche, pause for some photo ops at Lion Monument, and take a stroll through Altstadt Luzern.

To see maps, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Lucerne tour builder website.

Traveling by flight from Paris to Lucerne takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 21°C in May, and nighttime lows around 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Florence.

Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.

On the 12th (Fri), get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo, contemplate the long history of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, pick up some local products at La Bottega del Produttore, hunt for treasures at Mercato Centrale, then admire the masterpieces at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, and finally contemplate the long history of Basilica of Santa Croce. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza della Signoria, take in the views from Ponte Vecchio, make a trip to Piazzale Michelangelo, then explore the world behind art at Pitti Palace, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Baptistery of St. John, and finally get a sense of history and politics at Palazzo Vecchio.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Florence trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Lucerne to Florence takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Lucerne in May, expect nights in Florence to be about the same, around 13°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sun) early enough to drive to Venice.

Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Sun): get to know the fascinating history of Piazza San Marco, then see the interesting displays at Doge's Palace, then admire the striking features of Basilica di San Marco, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Canal Grande.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Venice travel planner.

Getting from Florence to Venice by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Venice can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Pisa.

Known worldwide for the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the city of Pisa historically served as a maritime power in the heart of Tuscany.

For other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Pisa road trip planning site.

Traveling by car from Venice to Pisa takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. In May, plan for daily highs up to 25°C, and evening lows to 13°C. On the 15th (Mon), you'll travel to Rome.

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Mon): contemplate the long history of Roman Forum, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Santa Maria in Trastevere, then enjoy breathtaking views from Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant'Angelo, then make a trip to Spanish Steps, and finally explore the ancient world of Palatine Hill. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the ancient world of Colosseum, admire the masterpieces at Galleria Borghese, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Navona, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Pantheon, and finally admire the local landmark of Trevi Fountain.

To find more things to do, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Rome trip itinerary builder tool.

Traveling by flight from Pisa to Rome takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Pisa in May, plan for a bit warmer nights in Rome, with lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Vatican City.

Covering 44 hectares (110 acres) in the city center of Rome, the wall-enclosed sovereign state of Vatican City is one of the most famous religious sites worldwide, serving as the papal residence and home of the Roman Catholic church.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Wed): appreciate the history behind La Pieta, admire the masterpieces at Vatican Museums, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Cupola di San Pietro, and finally contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica.

To find photos, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Vatican City trip planner.

Vatican City is just a short distance from Rome. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in May, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.