56 days in Europe Itinerary

London is known for museums, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Buckingham Palace, enjoy breathtaking views from Tower Bridge, admire the landmark architecture of Tower of London, and make a trip to Coca-Cola London Eye.

To find other places to visit, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the London trip itinerary site.

If you are flying in from New Zealand, 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. In September, daytime highs in London are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 12°C. You'll have a few hours on the 27th (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling to Barcelona.

Barcelona is known for sightseeing, parks, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: make a trip to Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, admire the striking features of Casa Batllo, pick up some local products at La Boqueria, and take a stroll through Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic).

To find ratings, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, go to the Barcelona online trip planner.

You can fly from London to Barcelona in 5.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or do a combination of car and train. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Barcelona due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from London in September, with highs in Barcelona at 30°C and lows at 21°C. On the 30th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Nice.

On the 30th (Sat), make a trip to Place Massena.

For ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Nice road trip website.

You can fly from Barcelona to Nice in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in September, and nighttime lows around 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to fly to Venice.

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Mon): admire the masterpieces at Museo Correr, admire the landmark architecture of Basilica di San Marco, then snap pictures at Ponte dei Sospiri, then admire the masterpieces at Peggy Guggenheim Collection, and finally pause for some photo ops at Punta della Dogana. Here are some ideas for day two: steep yourself in history at Squero di San Trovaso, explore the activities along Canal Grande, take in the views from Ponte di Rialto, don't miss a visit to Piazza San Marco, then see the interesting displays at Doge's Palace, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from St Mark's Campanile.

To see ratings, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Venice trip itinerary builder.

You can fly from Nice to Venice in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect little chillier evenings in Venice when traveling from Nice in October, with lows around 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Milan.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Wed): explore the world behind art at Pinacoteca di Brera, then admire the masterpieces at Museo San Fedele, then pause for some serene contemplation at Duomo di Milano, and finally don't miss a visit to Piazza del Duomo. Keep things going the next day: browse the exhibits of Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio, contemplate the long history of Il Cenacolo, explore the different monuments and memorials at Monumental Cemetery, then step into the grandiose world of Castello Sforzesco, and finally admire the striking features of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.

To find photos, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Milan trip planner.

Traveling by car from Venice to Milan takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In October, daily temperatures in Milan can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Fri) early enough to fly to Rome.

Rome is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Colosseum, explore the ancient world of Pantheon, don't miss a visit to St. Peter's Basilica, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of St. Louis of the French.

For where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Rome road trip tool.

You can fly from Milan to Rome in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. When traveling from Milan in October, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Rome: temperatures range from 26°C by day to 15°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can catch the train to Pompeii.

On the 10th (Tue), delve into the distant past at Pompeii Archaeological Park, admire the landmark architecture of Villa dei Misteri, delve into the distant past at Forum, then steep yourself in history at House of Menander (Casa del Menandro), and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Pontificio Santuario della Beata Maria Vergine del Santo Rosario di Pompei. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: delve into the distant past at Parco Acheologico di Ercolano, explore the ancient world of Teatro Grande, don't miss a visit to Forum Baths, tour the pleasant surroundings at Villa Cimbrone Gardens, then don't miss a visit to Villa Rufolo, and finally contemplate the long history of Duomo di Ravello.

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You can take a train from Rome to Pompeii in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October, daily temperatures in Pompeii can reach 27°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) early enough to fly to Vienna.

Vienna is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Schonbrunn Palace, see the interesting displays at Hofburg, hunt for treasures at Vienna Naschmarkt, and admire the masterpieces at Albertina.

For other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Vienna trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Pompeii to Vienna takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Pompeii in October; daily highs in Vienna reach 17°C and lows reach 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Oswiecim.

Get out of town with these interesting Oswiecim side-trips: Wadowice (Minor Basilica of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Family Home of John Paul II, &more), Monument to Bolek i Lolek (in Bielsko-Biala) and Muzeum Zamkowe w Pszczynie (in Pszczyna). There's still lots to do: take an in-depth tour of Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau, examine the collection at Muzeum im. Antoniego Krajewskiego, appreciate the history behind Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Main Market Square.

To see more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Oswiecim online travel route builder.

Getting from Vienna to Oswiecim by flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Vienna in October, Oswiecim is slightly colder at night with lows of 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Tue) so you can fly to Paris.

Go for a jaunt from Paris to Versailles to see Palace of Versailles about 46 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: explore and take pictures at Eiffel Tower, walk around Luxembourg Gardens, wander the streets of Montmartre, and get a taste of the local shopping with Champs-Elysees.

To see reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Paris online travel route planner.

You can fly from Oswiecim to Paris in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In October, Paris is a bit warmer than Oswiecim - with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) early enough to take a train to Amsterdam.

Explore Amsterdam's surroundings by going to Haarlem (Teylers Museum & Grote Markt). There's lots more to do: explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, make a trip to Royal Palace Amsterdam, steep yourself in history at Museum Het Rembrandthuis, and get curious at NEMO Science Museum.

For traveler tips, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, read Amsterdam visit planner.

Traveling by train from Paris to Amsterdam takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In October, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Fri) so you can fly to London.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Sat): appreciate the history behind Bust of Nelson Mandela, then see the interesting displays at The British Museum, then examine the collection at Madame Tussauds London, and finally engage your brain at Science Museum. On the 29th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: pause for some photo ops at Korean War Memorial, don't miss a visit to Big Ben, then explore the landscape on two wheels at BrakeAway Bike Tours, then stop by Camden Tea Shop, and finally browse the eclectic array of goods at Camden Market.

To find where to stay, reviews, photos, and tourist information, you can read our London trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Amsterdam to London by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), which is usually a -1 hour difference. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Mon) so you can drive to Portsmouth.

Venture out of the city with trips to Winchester (Winchester Cathedral & Hospital of St Cross), Paultons Park (in Romsey) and Salisbury (Stonehenge & Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta).

To see more things to do, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Portsmouth trip itinerary builder.

Traveling by car from London to Portsmouth takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in October, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Wed) to allow time to fly to Edinburgh.

Edinburgh is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: step into the grandiose world of Edinburgh Castle, explore the striking landscape at Arthur's Seat, don't miss a visit to The Royal Mile, and explore the world behind art at Scottish National Gallery.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Edinburgh trip itinerary builder site.

You can fly from Portsmouth to Edinburgh in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Traveling from Portsmouth in November, plan for little chillier nights in Edinburgh, with lows around 1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can go by car to Isle of Skye.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Tue): explore the activities along Camasunary Bay, make a trip to Cill Chriosd, look for gifts at Isle of Skye Candle Company, then contemplate the long history of Eilean Donan Castle, and finally take in the pleasant sights at Duirinish and Drumbuie Coastal Walk. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 8th (Wed): contemplate the waterfront views at Loch Dunvegan, take in the pleasant sights at Dunvegan Two Churches Walk, explore the activities along Loch Portree, sample the fine beverages at Talisker Distillery, then experience rural life at The Oyster Shed, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at The Fairy Pools, Glen Brittle, Isle of Skye.

To find reviews, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Isle of Skye itinerary planner.

You can drive from Edinburgh to Isle of Skye in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Edinburgh in November since evenings lows in Isle of Skye dip to 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) so you can go by car to Edinburgh.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Thu): appreciate the history behind Greyfriars Bobby, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Pickering's Gin Distillery, stop by Aquila, see the interesting displays at The Chocolatarium, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, and finally browse the exhibits of The Red Door Gallery.

To find ratings, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Edinburgh day trip planning tool.

Drive from Isle of Skye to Edinburgh in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a bit cooler evenings in Edinburgh when traveling from Isle of Skye in November, with lows around 1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to London.

Venture out of the city with trips to Hook Norton Brewery (in Hook Norton), Cotswolds Distillery (in Stourton) and The Cotswold Cheese Company (in Moreton-in-Marsh). See some other sides of London: ponder the world of politics at Houses of Parliament, browse the range of quality goods at Harrods, admire the masterpieces at Tate Modern, and learn about all things military at Churchill War Rooms.

To find ratings, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our London trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Edinburgh to London takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Edinburgh in November, London is a bit warmer at night with lows of 5°C. You'll have a few hours on the 14th (Tue) to wrap things up before traveling home.