45 days in Europe Itinerary

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

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Isabella Plantation and Heera Diamonds. There's still lots to do: take a stroll through South Bank, stop by Primrose Hill, traverse land and water with a duck tour, and take in the views from Millennium Bridge.

To see maps, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the London trip itinerary planning tool.

If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major aiports are London Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport, London Stansted Airport, London City Airport, London Luton Airport, London St. Pancras International, Ebbsfleet International Rail Station, South Cape (Zuid-Kaap) Airport (nonexistent / spam) and Ashford International Rail Station. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in May, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) early enough to catch the flight 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 2nd (Fri): look for gifts at Henri Willig Cheese Farm Store - Amsterdams Kaashuis, then hike along Park Frankendael, then enjoy the sand and surf at Strand Muiderberg, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Blijburg (Happy Village).

For other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, use the Amsterdam tour itinerary builder app.

Getting from London to Amsterdam by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time to Central European Standard Time is 1 hour. In June in Amsterdam, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sat) 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.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Sat): stop by 1st Arrondissement, take a stroll through Left Bank (Rive Gauche), then get interesting insight from Tours, and finally take a stroll through Boulevard St. Germain. Here are some ideas for day two: walk around Parc de Bagatelle, then contemplate the long history of Philippe-Chatrier Court, then admire the majestic nature at Parc de L'ile Saint Germain, and finally visit 8th Arrondissement.

To see other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read Paris trip planning app.

Take a train from Amsterdam to Paris in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Traveling from Amsterdam in June, you will find days in Paris are somewhat warmer (27°C), and nights are about the same (15°C). Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 5th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Palma de Mallorca.

Majorca, or Mallorca, is largest island in the Balearic Islands archipelago.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Berganti Bikes and Off Road E-scooter Tour. You'll get in some beach time at Cala Comtesa and Cala Estancia. Next up on the itinerary: enjoy the sand and surf at Playa Portals Vells, admire the natural beauty at S'Hort del Rei, admire the masterpieces at Museu Fundacion Juan March Palma, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa Nudista El Mago.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Palma de Mallorca online tour itinerary maker.

Traveling by flight from Paris to Palma de Mallorca takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry; or do a combination of car and ferry. Traveling from Paris in June, things will get a bit warmer in Palma de Mallorca: highs are around 33°C and lows about 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) so you can fly to Nice.

Well-known for the beautiful views of its famous Promenade des Anglais waterfront, Nice is an ethnically-diverse coastal port city on the French Riviera and the fifth most populated city in France.

Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Eze Sur Mer Strand and Coco Beach. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Sentier du Vinaigrier and Video Top Jump. Venture out of the city with trips to Sentier de la Vallee de la Brague (in Valbonne) and La Petite Cave de Saint Paul (in St-Paul-de-Vence). There's still lots to do: learn about winemaking at Chateau de Cremat, let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour, get outside with Grotte du Lazaret, and cruise along La Pointe de Saint Hospice.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Nice holiday app.

Traveling by flight from Palma de Mallorca to Nice takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of bus, ferry, and train. When traveling from Palma de Mallorca in June, plan for little chillier days and about the same nights in Nice: temperatures range from 28°C by day to 22°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) early enough to drive to Genoa.

Once the most important harbor in the Mediterranean Sea, Genoa has a long history as a rich and powerful trade center in northern Italy.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Mon): head outdoors with Tranvia a Cremagliera Principe - Granarolo, hunt for treasures at Piazza Banchi, pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Rattopennugo, then get outside with Outdoor Activities, and finally stop by Armanino.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Genoa trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Nice to Genoa takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 29°C in June, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Tue) so you can drive to Milan.

In many ways the most modern of Italian cities, Milan is a busy, elegant metropolis with an impressive list of grand palaces, fine churches, and important museums.

On the 13th (Tue), discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, then explore the world behind art at Museo Pieta Rondanini, then soothe aching muscles at Centro Estetico Fiore di Loto, and finally look for gifts at Enoteca Divino.

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Getting from Genoa to Milan by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train. When traveling from Genoa in June, plan for somewhat warmer days in Milan, with highs around 33°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 20°C. On the 14th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can 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.

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Wed): trek along Sentiero 6 - Valbasca, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and then stop by Tea World. Keep things going the next day: indulge your taste buds at Micromercato Moltrasio, then get a dose of the wild on Walking Tour Bellagio - Lake of Como, then learn about winemaking at Enoteca Principessa, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Riva Bianca Beach.

For ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Como attractions app.

Getting from Milan to Como by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in June, and nighttime lows around 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can go by car to Milan.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Fri): pause for some serene contemplation at Certosa di Milano, then stroll around Boscoincitta, then get a taste of the local shopping with Via della Spiga, and finally look for gifts at Ferrari Store.

To find photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Milan road trip app.

Traveling by car from Como to Milan takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) early enough to drive to Venice.

Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.

On the 17th (Sat), add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour, don't miss a visit to Campo Santa Margherita, then take a stroll through San Polo, and finally stop by Prosciutto e Parmigiano ham&cheese To Go.

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Traveling by car from Milan to Venice takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Venice can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sat) so you can go by car to Florence.

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

Do your shopping at Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio and Leonardo Shoes. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Poggio Amorelli and Castello Monterinaldi. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Florence: Azienda Agricola Casa Emma (in San Donato in Poggio), Accademia del Buon Gusto (in Panzano in Chianti) and Greve in Chianti (Montefioralle Winery & Azienda Agricola Altiero (Winery)). There's much more to do: look for gifts at Wine & Cheese shop, explore the world behind art at Palazzo Strozzi, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Church and Museum of Orsanmichele, and browse the exhibits of Synagogue and Jewish Museum of Florence.

For traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Florence trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Venice to Florence by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In June, daytime highs in Florence are 33°C, while nighttime lows are 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can take a train to Sorrento.

A lovely town easily accessible from almost anywhere in the country, Sorrento overlooks the Bay of Naples and sits right on the Amalfi Drive.

Relax by the water at Baia di Ieranto and Giardino Romantico. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Kayaking & Canoeing and Agriturismo Primaluce - Fattoria Didattica e Tour. Change things up with these side-trips from Sorrento: Ravello (Ravello-Minori Walk & Ravello - Atrani Walk) and Valle delle Ferriere (in Amalfi). There's still lots to do: look for gifts at Sapori e Colori Sorrento, learn about winemaking at Limonoro, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St Francis Church and Convent, and admire the landmark architecture of Basilica di Sant'Antonino.

For maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Sorrento trip planner.

You can take a train from Florence to Sorrento in 4.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train and flight; or drive. In June, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 23°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) so you can catch the train to Rome.

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

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Mon): kick back and relax at V Lounge Beach Club, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Colle Aventino, then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and finally stop by Gelateria Panna e Liquirizia.

To find photos, ratings, maps, and tourist information, read our Rome trip planner.

Traveling by train from Sorrento to Rome takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in June, and nighttime lows around 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Dubrovnik.

Along the Dalmation Coast, the city of Dubrovnik has become famous for its pedestrian-only Old Town surrounded by fortress walls, and its historical heft has earned it World Heritage Site status.

Step off the beaten path and head to Dubrovnik Beer Company and Parasailing & Paragliding. Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Banje Beach and Sveti Jakov Beach. There's much more to do: take in panoramic vistas at Upper Corner Tower Foundry Museum, examine the collection at Love Stories Museum, stop by House of Nature, and see Off-Road Tours.

To see where to stay, maps, ratings, and tourist information, read Dubrovnik trip builder tool.

Traveling by flight from Rome to Dubrovnik takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train and ferry. While traveling from Rome, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Dubrovnik, ranging from highs of 30°C to lows of 21°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) so you can catch the ferry to Hvar.

The Croatian island of Hvar serves as a picturesque location for a Mediterranean holiday, with a range of offerings from quiet coves to a lively medieval town.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Fri): take an in-depth tour of Stari Grad Museum, kick back and relax at Mekicevica Beach, and then stroll through Hvar Beach. On your second day here, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, then stop by Delicia Shop Hvar, and then take some stellar pictures from Glavica Hill.

For maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Hvar online travel route planner.

Ride a ferry from Dubrovnik to Hvar in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in June, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to ride a ferry to Split.

Experience an authentic Adriatic lifestyle in Split, the largest city along the sea's coast.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Znjan City Beach and Etnografski muzej Split. Step out of the city life by going to Copacabana Beach and Bene Beach. Step out of Split to go to Trogir and see Boat Tours & Water Sports, which is approximately 38 minutes away. The adventure continues: learn about winemaking at Winery Kovac, stop by Break Time, explore the world behind art at Jaman Art, and indulge your taste buds at Bedalov Winery.

To see ratings, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Split online trip planner.

You can ride a ferry from Hvar to Split in 2.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of taxi and ferry. In July, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to fly to Athens.

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

On the 5th (Wed), stop by The Loom, kick back and relax at Akti tou Iliou, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Beach Club Alimos.

For maps, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Athens trip site.

Fly from Split to Athens in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Split to Athens due to the time zone difference. July in Athens sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Mykonos Town.

A holiday in Mykonos Town offers a chance to relax on picturesque beaches and explore a labyrinth of charming streets lined with traditional white houses.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Thu): discover the deep blue sea with Mykonos Diving Center, then indulge in some personalized pampering at Beautyworld Spa, then sample the tasty concoctions at Mykonos Brewing Company, and finally stop by Gioras Wood Medieval Mykonian Bakery.

To find reviews, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, read our Mykonos Town journey site.

You can fly from Athens to Mykonos Town in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry. While traveling from Athens, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Mykonos Town, ranging from highs of 33°C to lows of 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) to allow time to ride a ferry to Ios.

Halfway between Naxos and Santorini lies tiny Ios, famous worldwide as one of the Aegean's liveliest nightlife hubs.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Tris Klissies and Lorentzena Βeach. Relax by the water at Kolitsani Beach and Valmas Beach. The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Psathi Beach, explore the historical opulence of Paleokastro, stop by Mosenta, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Panagia Gremiotissa Church.

To see more things to do, photos, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Ios trip planner.

You can ride a ferry from Mykonos Town to Ios in 3 hours. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in July, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can travel to Oia.

Every day hundreds of visitors come to Oia just to experience its sunsets.

Start off your visit on the 10th (Mon): enjoy the sand and surf at Vourvoulos Beach, do a tasting at Venetsanos Winery, then stroll through Eros Beach, and finally learn about winemaking at Domaine Sigalas. On the 11th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: kick back and relax at Monolithos Beach, then take in the exciting artwork at Art Space, then race across the water with a speed boat tour, and finally view the masterpieces at Mnemossyne Gallery.

To see maps, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Oia trip itinerary builder site.

Traveling by combination of ferry and taxi from Ios to Oia takes 1.5 hours. July in Oia sees daily highs of 35°C and lows of 27°C at night. On the 12th (Wed), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.