37 days in Europe Itinerary

Venture out of the city with trips to Chateau de Chillon (in Veytaux), Musee Cantonal d'Archeologie et d'Histoire (in Lausanne) and Montreux (Freddie Mercury Statue & Queen Studio Experience). The adventure continues: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Geneva, get a sense of history and politics at Palais des Nations, Genève, examine the collection at Musee des Suisses Dans Le Monde, and enjoy the sand and surf at Bains des Paquis.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Geneva journey 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, plan for daily highs up to 70°F, and evening lows to 52°F. On the 8th (Fri), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Lyon.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Fri): admire the striking features of Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere and then get to know the fascinating history of Colline de Fourviere. On the 9th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get to know the fascinating history of Vieux Lyon, don't miss a visit to Traboules du Vieux Lyon, and then stroll around Parc de la Tete d'Or.

To find reviews, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Lyon online trip itinerary planner.

You can drive from Geneva to Lyon in 2 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. September in Lyon sees daily highs of 74°F and lows of 55°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Sun) early enough to catch the train to Avignon.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Avignon: Roussillon (Le Sentier des Ocres & Art Gallery Contemporary Tapiezo) and Abbaye Notre-Dame de Senanque (in Gordes). There's still lots to do: explore the historical opulence of Palais des Papes, snap pictures at Pont d'Avignon, sample the fine beverages at Distillerie A. Blachere, and don't miss a visit to Place de l'Horloge.

To see maps, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Avignon trip planning app.

Traveling by train from Lyon to Avignon takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 79°F in September, and nighttime lows around 57°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Tue) early enough to drive to Nice.

Nice is known for sightseeing, museums, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take a stroll through Old Town, make a trip to Promenade des Anglais, explore the galleries of Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild, and indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour.

To see reviews, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Nice attractions planner.

Traveling by car from Avignon to Nice takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Avignon in September, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Nice, with lows of 65°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sun) early enough to drive to Arles.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Mon): steep yourself in history at Theatre Antique, then look for all kinds of wild species at Le Parc Ornithologique de Pont de Gau, then look for all kinds of wild species at Parc Naturel Regional de Camargue, and finally delve into the distant past at Amphitheatre (les Arenes). On your second day here, contemplate the long history of Eglise St-Trophime, take an in-depth tour of Musee Departemental Arles Antique, then admire the landmark architecture of Chateau des Baux de Provence, then explore the world behind art at Carrieres des Lumieres, and finally contemplate the long history of Moulin de Daudet.

For traveler tips and tourist information, refer to the Arles online sightseeing planner.

You can drive from Nice to Arles in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Nice in September, plan for a bit cooler nights in Arles, with lows around 59°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Toulouse.

Get out of town with these interesting Toulouse side-trips: Carcassonne Center (Le Pont Vieux (The Old Bridge), Cité de Carcassonne, &more) and Albi (Musee Toulouse-Lautrec, Cathedrale Sainte-Cecile, &more). There's much more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilique Saint-Sernin, don't miss a visit to Le Capitole, admire the natural beauty at Jardin Japonais, and contemplate the long history of Church of Les Jacobins.

For ratings, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Toulouse online holiday builder.

You can fly from Arles to Toulouse in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In September, daily temperatures in Toulouse can reach 77°F, while at night they dip to 57°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) so you can go by car to Bordeaux.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Sat): admire the landmark architecture of Tour Pey-Berland, appreciate the extensive heritage of Place de la Bourse, then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, then don't miss a visit to The Water Mirror, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Andre Cathedral. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 24th (Sun): make a trip to Grosse Cloche de Bordeaux, then snap pictures at Pont de Pierre, and then admire the landmark architecture of La Cite du Vin.

To find where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Bordeaux trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Toulouse to Bordeaux by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In September in Bordeaux, expect temperatures between 75°F during the day and 56°F at night. 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. Next up on the itinerary: indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour, take a stroll through Parte Vieja, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Monte Igueldo, and enjoy the sand and surf at La Concha Beach.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the San Sebastian - Donostia trip planner.

You can drive from Bordeaux to San Sebastian - Donostia in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In September, daytime highs in San Sebastian - Donostia are 74°F, while nighttime lows are 60°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Burgos.

On the 29th (Fri), get a new perspective on nature 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.

For ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Burgos trip website.

Drive from San Sebastian - Donostia to Burgos in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from San Sebastian - Donostia in September, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Burgos, with lows of 49°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Fri) so you can go by car to Madrid.

Kick off your visit on the 30th (Sat): walk around Parque del Retiro, admire the masterpieces at Prado National Museum, and then examine the collection at Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza. Here are some ideas for day two: make a trip to Puerta del Sol, then make a trip to Plaza Mayor, then admire the landmark architecture of Royal Palace of Madrid, and finally hunt for treasures at Mercado San Miguel.

For other places to visit, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, use the Madrid trip app.

Getting from Burgos to Madrid by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: 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. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) so you can fly to Seville.

On the 2nd (Mon), contemplate the long history of Royal Tobacco Factory, contemplate the long history of Royal Alcázar of Seville, then contemplate the long history of Plaza de España, and finally make a trip to Setas de Sevilla (Metropol Parasol).

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

Venture out of the city with trips to 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, pause for some serene contemplation at Igreja do Carmo, steep yourself in history at Caique Bom Sucesso, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Old Town Faro.

To see other places to visit, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, read Faro holiday planner.

You can drive from Seville to Faro in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone difference when traveling from Seville to Faro is minus 1 hour. In October in Faro, expect temperatures between 75°F during the day and 63°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Lisbon.

Change things up with these side-trips from Lisbon: Sintra (Quinta da Regaleira, Sintra National Palace, &more). And it doesn't end there: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, make a trip to Elevador de Santa Justa, appreciate the history behind Padrao dos Descobrimentos, and stop by Alfama.

To see more things to do, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Lisbon trip builder app.

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 little chillier with lows of 58°F in Lisbon. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.