37 days in Europe Itinerary

Get out of town with these interesting Geneva side-trips: Chateau de Chillon (in Veytaux), Musee Cantonal d'Archeologie et d'Histoire (in Lausanne) and Montreux (Freddie Mercury Statue & Queen Studio Experience). There's lots more to do: explore the activities along Lake Geneva, admire the local landmark of The Geneva Water Fountain, admire the landmark architecture of Cathedrale de Saint-Pierre, and examine the collection at Musee des Suisses Dans Le Monde.

To see maps, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Geneva sightseeing planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Geneva Cointrin International Airport, Bern Belp Airport and EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport. In September, daily temperatures in Geneva can reach 70°F, while at night they dip to 52°F. You'll have a few hours on the 8th (Fri) to wrap things up before traveling to Lyon.

On the 8th (Fri), admire the landmark architecture of Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere and then appreciate the extensive heritage of Colline de Fourviere. On the next day, appreciate the extensive heritage of Vieux Lyon, make a trip to Traboules du Vieux Lyon, and then stroll around Parc de la Tete d'Or.

To find reviews, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, read Lyon tour itinerary builder tool.

Traveling by car from Geneva to Lyon takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Lyon are 74°F, while nighttime lows are 55°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sun) so you can take a train to Avignon.

Change things up with these side-trips from Avignon: Roussillon (Le Sentier des Ocres & Art Gallery Contemporary Tapiezo) and Abbaye Notre-Dame de Senanque (in Gordes). And it doesn't end there: don't miss a visit to Palais des Papes, do a tasting at Distillerie A. Blachere, look for all kinds of wild species at Wine Safari, and see the interesting displays at Musee Angladon.

To find photos, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Avignon holiday planning site.

Traveling by train from Lyon to Avignon takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Avignon are 79°F, while nighttime lows are 57°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Tue) so you can drive to Nice.

Nice is known for sightseeing, museums, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: wander the streets of Old Town, take in nature's colorful creations at Le Jardin Exotique d'Eze, indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour, and get great views at Mt Boron.

To see reviews, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, read Nice trip planner.

You can drive from Avignon to Nice in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Nice when traveling from Avignon in September, with lows around 65°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sun) early enough to drive to Arles.

On the 18th (Mon), steep yourself in history at Theatre Antique, identify plant and animal life at Le Parc Ornithologique de Pont de Gau, then identify plant and animal life at Parc Naturel Regional de Camargue, and finally delve into the distant past at Amphitheatre (les Arenes). Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Eglise St-Trophime, admire the masterpieces at Musee Departemental Arles Antique, explore the historical opulence of Chateau des Baux de Provence, then admire the masterpieces at Carrieres des Lumieres, and finally steep yourself in history at Moulin de Daudet.

To see where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, read our Arles trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Nice to Arles takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder evenings in Arles when traveling from Nice in September, with lows around 59°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Toulouse.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Toulouse: Carcassonne Center (Le Pont Vieux (The Old Bridge), Cité de Carcassonne, &more) and Albi (Musee Toulouse-Lautrec, Cathedrale Sainte-Cecile, &more). There's lots more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilique Saint-Sernin, look for gifts at Fromagerie Xavier, explore the world behind art at Musee des Augustins, and admire the natural beauty at Jardin Japonais.

To find photos, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Toulouse attractions planning app.

Traveling by flight from Arles to Toulouse takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In September in Toulouse, expect temperatures between 77°F during the day and 57°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) so you can drive to Bordeaux.

On the 23rd (Sat), admire the landmark architecture of Tour Pey-Berland, make a trip to Place de la Bourse, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, then make a trip to The Water Mirror, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Andre Cathedral. Keep things going the next day: make a trip to Grosse Cloche de Bordeaux, then take in the views from Pont de Pierre, and then admire the landmark architecture of La Cite du Vin.

To find ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Bordeaux trip planner.

Traveling by car from Toulouse to Bordeaux takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Bordeaux are 75°F, while nighttime lows are 56°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sun) early enough to go by car to San Sebastian - Donostia.

Venture out of the city with trips to Bilbao (Puente Zubizuri, Room Escape Games, &more). Dedicate the 26th (Tue) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's lots more to do: indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour, wander the streets of Parte Vieja, tour the pleasant surroundings at La Concha Beach, and look for gifts at Ganbara.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, read San Sebastian - Donostia online vacation planner.

Drive from Bordeaux to San Sebastian - Donostia in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 74°F, and evening lows to 60°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Thu) early enough to drive to Burgos.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Fri): learn more about the world around you at Cartuja de Miraflores, get a new perspective on nature at Museo de la Evolucion Humana, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Monasterio de las Huelgas.

To see traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Burgos tour planner.

Drive from San Sebastian - Donostia to Burgos in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from San Sebastian - Donostia in September since evenings lows in Burgos dip to 49°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Madrid.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Sat): walk around Parque del Retiro, then explore the world behind art at Prado National Museum, and then examine the collection at Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza. On the 1st (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: make a trip to Puerta del Sol, don't miss a visit to Plaza Mayor, then contemplate the long history of Royal Palace of Madrid, and finally hunt for treasures at Mercado San Miguel.

For where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Madrid route app.

You can drive from Burgos to Madrid in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Burgos in September; daily highs in Madrid reach 82°F and lows reach 59°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Seville.

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Mon): deepen your understanding at Royal Tobacco Factory, then steep yourself in history at Royal Alcázar of Seville, then admire the landmark architecture of Plaza de España, and finally admire the striking features of Setas de Sevilla (Metropol Parasol).

For where to stay, photos, and tourist information, go to the Seville vacation planner.

You can fly from Madrid to Seville in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Madrid in October, Seville is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 61°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Tue) so you can drive to Faro.

Get out of town with these interesting Faro side-trips: Tavira (Ermida de Sao Sebastiao, A Joaninha, &more) and Cabanas de Tavira Beach (in Cabanas). There's still lots to do: go for a stroll along the water at Marina de Vilamoura, gain insight with Far-Eco Tuk, pause for some serene contemplation at Faro Cathedral, and admire the landmark architecture of Arco da Vila Interpretative Center.

To find reviews, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Faro trip maker website.

Traveling by car from Seville to Faro takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Western European Standard Time (WET) is minus 1 hour. In October, daytime highs in Faro are 75°F, while nighttime lows are 63°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Lisbon.

Explore Lisbon's surroundings by going to Sintra (Quinta da Regaleira, Sintra National Palace, &more). There's lots more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, don't miss a visit to Belém Tower, admire the masterpieces at Museu Nacional do Azulejo, and appreciate the history behind Padrao dos Descobrimentos.

To find ratings, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Lisbon online journey planner.

Traveling by flight from Faro to Lisbon takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Faro in October, expect a bit cooler with lows of 58°F in Lisbon. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.