26 days in Europe Itinerary

On the 26th (Mon), visit a coastal fixture at Lighthouse of Saint Theodoroi, take a memorable tour with Tours, then go for a walk through Drapano Bridge (De Bosset), then steep yourself in history at Memorial Acqui Division, and finally go for a walk through Argostoli Harbour.

For where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, read our Argostolion trip planner.

London, UK to Argostolion is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train, ferry, and taxi; or do a combination of train, ferry, and bus. Traveling from London to Argostolion, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from London in June, with highs in Argostolion at 32°C and lows at 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) early enough to drive to Skala.

Start off your visit on the 27th (Tue): take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

To find maps, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Skala trip itinerary builder tool.

You can drive from Argostolion to Skala in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in June, and nighttime lows around 22°C. You will have some time to spend on the 28th (Wed) before leaving for Fiscardo.

Venture out of the city with trips to Assos (Castle & Assos).

For ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Fiscardo day trip app.

Traveling by car from Skala to Fiscardo takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In June, daytime highs in Fiscardo are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. On the 1st (Sat), you're off to Athens.

Start off your visit on the 1st (Sat): explore the ancient world of Ancient Agora of Athens, explore the ancient world of Acropolis of Athens, delve into the distant past at Erechtheion, then delve into the distant past at Temple of Olympian Zeus, then don't miss a visit to Plateia Syntagmatos, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Syntagma Station. On the next day, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, take in nature's colorful creations at National Garden, explore the world behind art at Museum of Cycladic Art, stroll through Mount Lycabettus, then take an in-depth tour of National Archaeological Museum, and finally take a stroll through Monastiraki.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, read our Athens online sightseeing planner.

Drive from Fiscardo to Athens in 6.5 hours. In July, daytime highs in Athens are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Paros.

Paros is known for beaches, historic sites, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: see the interesting displays at Museum of Cycladic Folklore, get engrossed in the history at Archaeological Museum Parou, step off the mainland to explore Parikia Town, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Panagia Ekatondapiliani.

For other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Paros sightseeing planner.

Fly from Athens to Paros in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry; or ride a ferry. Traveling from Athens in July, expect nights in Paros to be about the same, around 26°C, while days are slightly colder, around 34°C. You'll set off for Fira on the 7th (Fri).

On the 7th (Fri), stop by Nikola's Art Gallery, then indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and finally indulge your senses at some of the top wineries in the area.

For reviews, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Fira tour planning app.

Traveling by ferry from Paros to Fira takes 4.5 hours. In July, daytime highs in Fira are 35°C, while nighttime lows are 27°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Rome.

Get out of town with these interesting Rome side-trips: Tivoli (Villa d'Este & Villa Adriana). There's lots more to do: delve into the distant past at Colosseum, explore the world behind art at Vatican Museums, admire the local landmark of Trevi Fountain, and make a trip to Piazza Navona.

To see reviews, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Rome tour itinerary planning tool.

Getting from Fira to Rome by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Standard Time to Central European Standard Time is minus 1 hour. In July in Rome, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) so you can take a train to Naples.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Wed): take in the spiritual surroundings of Pontificio Santuario della Beata Maria Vergine del Santo Rosario di Pompei, explore the ancient world of Pompeii Archaeological Park, then explore the ancient world of Parco Acheologico di Ercolano, and finally browse the exhibits of Museo Cappella Sansevero.

To see other places to visit, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Naples trip itinerary builder site.

Take a train from Rome to Naples in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. In July in Naples, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 24°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) to allow time to take a train to Florence.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Wed): steep yourself in history at Loggia dei Lanzi and then contemplate the long history of Palazzo Vecchio. On the 13th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: view the masterpieces at Limbo Art Gallery, explore the world behind art at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica of Santa Croce, then don't miss a visit to Piazzale Michelangelo, then enjoy breathtaking views from Campanile di Giotto, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.

To see photos, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Florence tour planning website.

You can take a train from Naples to Florence in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or drive. Expect little chillier evenings in Florence when traveling from Naples in July, with lows around 21°C. You'll set off for Cinque Terre on the 15th (Sat).

On the 15th (Sat), take a stroll around Vernazza, trek along Footpath Monterosso - Vernazza, pause for some serene contemplation at Santa Margherita di Antiochia Church, take in the spiritual surroundings of Chiesa di San Lorenzo, then get outside with Enjoy Cinqueterre Boat Tours, and finally take some stellar pictures from Manarola scenic viewpoint.

To find reviews, maps, and tourist information, read our Cinque Terre journey planner.

Getting from Florence to Cinque Terre by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train. In July, daily temperatures in Cinque Terre can reach 35°C, while at night they dip to 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) to allow time to take a train to Genoa.

On the 16th (Sun), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Santuario Nostra Signora del Suffragio, visit Santa Margherita Ligure, steep yourself in history at Abbazia di San Fruttuoso, then see the interesting displays at Dialogo nel Buio, then examine the collection at Galata Museo del Mare, and finally admire nature's wide array of creatures at Aquarium of Genoa. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in panoramic vistas at Spianata Castelletto, don't miss a visit to Piazza De Ferrari, explore the world behind art at Palazzo Ducale, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cattedrale di San Lorenzo - Duomo di Genova, then take a stroll through Boccadasse, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Passeggiata Anita Garibaldi a Nervi.

To see traveler tips, photos, reviews, and tourist information, read our Genoa tour builder.

You can take a train from Cinque Terre to Genoa in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Cinque Terre in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Genoa, with lows of 25°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can travel to Barcelona.

Explore Barcelona's surroundings by going to Platja d'Aro (Cala Sa Cova & Zipline), Tossa de Mar (Ava Gardner Statue & Vila Vella (Old Town)) and Camino de Ronda (in S'Agaro). There's lots more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, wander the streets of Las Ramblas, visit Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic), and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Barcelona Cathedral.

For reviews, photos, ratings, and tourist information, use the Barcelona online itinerary maker.

Traveling by combination of train and flight from Genoa to Barcelona takes 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in July, and nighttime lows around 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) to allow time to fly back home.