42 days in Europe Itinerary

The financial hub of Switzerland, Zurich is most often associated with money and banks.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Sat): take some stellar pictures from Rhine Falls and then wander the streets of Old Town. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 14th (Sun): explore the activities along Lake Zurich, then take a stroll through Bahnhofstrasse, and then take in the awesome beauty at Uetliberg Mountain.

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Sydney, Australia to Zurich is an approximately 24.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 9 hours traveling from Sydney to Zurich. Traveling from Sydney in May, things will get a bit cooler in Zurich: highs are around 21°C and lows about 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Lucerne.

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

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Lucerne: Fondation Beyeler (in Riehen), Titlis (in Engelberg) and Basel (Zoo Basel, Basel Minster, &more). There's much more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Lucerne, pause for some photo ops at Lion Monument, get to know the fascinating history of Uferpromenade Weggis, and fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour.

Before you visit Lucerne, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

Traveling by car from Zurich to Lucerne takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In May in Lucerne, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) early enough to drive to Interlaken.

Nestled between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz in the heart of the Jungfrau region, Interlaken became popular for its proximity to the mountains and lakes of the Bernese Oberland region.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Sun): make a trip to Clock Tower - Zytglogge, wander the streets of UNESCO-Altstadt von Bern, get curious at Einstein House (Einsteinhaus), then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Rom.-Katholische Kirchgemeinde, and finally take a memorable tour with Tours. On the 22nd (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the sheer force of Trümmelbachfälle, look for all kinds of wild species at Alpenwildpark, then take some stellar pictures from Harderkulm, and finally stop by Buchhandlung Boedeli.

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Getting from Lucerne to Interlaken by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train. In May, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Mon) early enough to catch the train to Zermatt.

Best known as home the Matterhorn mountain, Zermatt serves as a chic ski resort town of the Swiss Alps.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Tue): enjoy breathtaking views from Sunnegga, then explore the different monuments and memorials at Mountaineers' Cemetery, then enjoy breathtaking views from Gornergrat, and finally don't miss a visit to Matterhorn Museum - Zermatlantis. On the 24th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Felsenkirche Eglise St.Michael, then tour the old-fashioned way with a train tour, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Kapelle Winkelmatten "Zur Heiligen Familie", and finally take in the awesome beauty at The Matterhorn.

To see reviews, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Zermatt trip itinerary maker website.

You can take a train from Interlaken to Zermatt in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Varenna.

Varenna is a comune (municipality) on Lake Como in the Province of Lecco in the Italian region Lombardy, located about 60km north of Milan and about 20km northwest of Lecco.Varenna was founded by local fishermen in 769, and was later allied of the commune of Milan. On the 25th (Thu), take in nature's colorful creations at I Giardini di Villa Melzi, then take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, then admire the landmark architecture of Villa Carlotta, and finally step into the grandiose world of Castello di Vezio. On the 26th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate the waterfront views at Lago di Como, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa di San Giorgio, then pause for some serene contemplation at S. Giovanni Battista, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Il Giardino Botanico - Hotel Villa Cipressi.

For maps, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Varenna trip planning tool.

You can drive from Zermatt to Varenna in 4 hours. In May, plan for daily highs up to 25°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Como.

Known for its idyllic location on the shores of Lake Como and at the foot of the Alps, Como is one of northern Italy's most popular tourist destinations.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Como: Villa del Balbianello (in Tremezzina), Bergamo (Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore & La Citta Alta) and Greenway del Lago di Como (in Colonno). And it doesn't end there: head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, admire the landmark architecture of Villa Olmo, take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilica di San Fedele, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Contrada Villincino.

To see photos, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Como online route planner.

You can drive from Varenna to Como in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry; or take a train. May in Como sees daily highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Mon) so you can take a train to Florence.

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

Venture out of the city with trips to Siena (Palazzo Pubblico and Museo Civico, Piazza del Campo, &more). There's much more to do: explore the world behind art at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo, make a trip to Piazzale Michelangelo, and get a sense of history and politics at Palazzo Vecchio.

Before you visit Florence, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

Getting from Como to Florence by train takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of flight and train. In May, plan for daily highs up to 25°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) to allow time to take a train to Rome.

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

Rome is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: delve into the distant past at Pantheon, don't miss a visit to Spanish Steps, ponder the design of Trevi Fountain, and steep yourself in history at Roman Forum.

To see photos, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Rome online route maker.

Traveling by train from Florence to Rome takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In June, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sun) so you can fly to Fira.

Fira, the busy capital of Santorini, sits on the very edge of a volcanic caldera.

Fira is known for nightlife, wineries, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the ancient world of Akrotiri, see the world from above with a helicopter tour, indulge your senses at some of the top wineries in the area, and enjoy the sand and surf at Kamari Beach.

To find photos, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Fira trip maker app.

You can fly from Rome to Fira in 5.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. The time zone difference when traveling from Rome to Fira is 1 hour. In June, daily temperatures in Fira can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can fly to Athens.

One of the world's most ancient cities, Athens remains Europe's undisputed historical and cultural capital.

Change things up with a short trip to Archaeological Site Mycenae in Mycenae (about 1h 30 min away). And it doesn't end there: contemplate the long history of Acropolis of Athens, pause for some photo ops at Erechtheion, admire the masterpieces at National Archaeological Museum, and visit Plaka.

For where to stay, photos, and tourist information, read our Athens trip tool.

Getting from Fira to Athens by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and taxi; or ride a ferry. June in Athens sees daily highs of 35°C and lows of 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Amsterdam.

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

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Sun): explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, then see the interesting displays at Anne Frank House, and then indulge your thirst for a good beer at Heineken Experience. On the 12th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the masterpieces at Rijksmuseum, then walk around Vondelpark, and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at De Duif.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Amsterdam tour itinerary planner.

You can fly from Athens to Amsterdam in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Athens to Amsterdam due to the time zone difference. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Athens in June, with highs in Amsterdam at 23°C and lows at 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Mon) to allow enough time 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.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Tue): stroll around Luxembourg Gardens, admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Orsay, then pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, and finally take a stroll through Île de la Cité. Keep things going the next day: explore and take pictures at Eiffel Tower, then admire the landmark architecture of Arc de Triomphe, and then admire the masterpieces at Louvre Museum.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, read Paris tour itinerary planning tool.

You can take a train from Amsterdam to Paris in 4.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. While traveling from Amsterdam, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Paris, ranging from highs of 27°C to lows of 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) early enough to catch the train to London.

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

London is known for museums, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: enjoy breathtaking views from Coca-Cola London Eye, admire the landmark architecture of Tower of London, examine the collection at The British Museum, and don't miss a visit to Tower Bridge.

For maps, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read our London online trip itinerary builder.

Traveling by train from Paris to London takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference when traveling from Paris to London is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Paris in June, you will find days in London are slightly colder (23°C), and nights are about the same (13°C). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Tue) so you can catch the flight back home.