21 days in Africa & Europe Itinerary

More than 20 million people call Cairo their home and, as soon as you set foot in the sprawling metropolis, it's evident they make it crowded and chaotic, but also exuberant and charming.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Fri): stroll through Zamalek (Gezira Island). Keep things going the next day: steep yourself in history at Pyramids of Giza, then appreciate the history behind Great Sphinx, and then admire the landmark architecture of Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary).

To see where to stay, ratings, photos, and tourist information, read Cairo trip planner.

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Cairo is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of ferry and taxi. The time zone difference moving from Arabian Standard Time (AST) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Jeddah in November, things will get slightly colder in Cairo: highs are around 29°C and lows about 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Rome.

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

Take a break from the city and head to Catacombs of Saint Callixtus and Colle del Gianicolo. Vatican Museums and Musei Capitolini will appeal to museum buffs. There's still lots to do: explore the ancient world of Colosseum, steep yourself in history at Palatine Hill, admire the landmark architecture of Pantheon, and get to know the fascinating history of Piazza Navona.

To find maps, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Rome day trip app.

Traveling by flight from Cairo to Rome takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Traveling from Cairo to Rome, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Cairo in November, things will get a bit cooler in Rome: highs are around 20°C and lows about 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can fly to Barcelona.

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

Step out of the city life by going to Playa de La Barceloneta and Nova Mar Bella Beach. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Basilica de la Sagrada Familia and Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic). Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Casa Batllo, wander the streets of Ciutat Vella, stroll around Parc Guell, and see the interesting displays at Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya - MNAC.

To see where to stay, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Barcelona trip itinerary builder tool.

You can fly from Rome to Barcelona in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In November, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight 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.

Visit Palace of Versailles and Arc de Triomphe for their historical value. Get some cultural insight at Musee d'Orsay and Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre. There's still lots to do: explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum, wander the streets of Île de la Cité, admire the striking features of Centre National d'Art et de Culture George Pompidou, and pause for some serene contemplation at Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.

For other places to visit, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Paris trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Barcelona to Paris takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Barcelona in November, expect Paris to be slightly colder, temps between 12°C and 6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Thu) to allow enough time to take a train to Amsterdam.

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

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Van Gogh Museum and Anne Frank House. Get in touch with nature at Zandvoort aan Zee and Emperor's Canal (Keizersgracht). Change things up with a short trip to The Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery in The Hague (about 1h 5 min away). Next up on the itinerary: admire the masterpieces at Rijksmuseum, deepen your understanding of the past and present with Flying Dutch Boats, browse the exhibits of Museum Het Rembrandthuis, and wander the streets of The Jordaan.

To find photos, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Amsterdam online trip builder.

Take a train from Paris to Amsterdam in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In November, daytime highs in Amsterdam are 12°C, while nighttime lows are 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Batumi.

Having invested heavily in tourism since 2010, Batumi is quickly becoming a go-to destination for visitors looking for a bustling nightlife.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Tue): stroll through Sarpi Beach and then get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Batumi Dolphinarium.

For other places to visit, photos, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Batumi online trip itinerary builder.

Traveling by flight from Amsterdam to Batumi takes 12 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. You'll lose 3 hours traveling from Amsterdam to Batumi due to the time zone difference. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Amsterdam in November: high temperatures in Batumi hover around 20°C and lows are around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Dedoplistskaro.

On the 21st (Wed), explore the wealth of natural beauty at Vashlovani National Park.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Dedoplistskaro online road trip planner.

You can drive from Batumi to Dedoplistskaro in 7.5 hours. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Batumi in November: high temperatures in Dedoplistskaro hover around 13°C and lows are around 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Tbilisi.

On the bank of the Mtkvari River and at the foot of Trialeti mountain range, Tbilisi's location has given the city strategic significance since it was founded in the 5th century.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Thu): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Tsminda Sameba Cathedral and then explore the historical opulence of Narikala Fortress.

To see photos, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Tbilisi trip maker website.

Traveling by car from Dedoplistskaro to Tbilisi takes 2.5 hours. In November, daytime highs in Tbilisi are 14°C, while nighttime lows are 5°C. On the 22nd (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.