58 days in Europe Itinerary

Fondly referred to as “El Sur” by the locals, Maspalomas serves as a hub of entertainment and beach activity on Gran Canary Island.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Paseo Costa Canaria and Basilica de la Virgen del Pino. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Museo Nestor and Templo Ecumenico El Salvador. When in Maspalomas, make a side trip to see Las Canteras Beach in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, approximately Las Palmas de Gran Canaria away. There's lots more to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Playa de San Agustin, tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa de Maspalomas, indulge in some personalized pampering at Thalasso Gloria San Agustin, and take in the waterfront at Strandpromenade Meloneras.

To find ratings and other tourist information, you can read our Maspalomas vacation planning tool.

Seattle, USA to Maspalomas is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. Traveling from Seattle to Maspalomas, you'll lose 8 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Seattle in April, things will get somewhat warmer in Maspalomas: highs are around 72°F and lows about 62°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to fly to Granada.

Granada boasts numerous well-preserved examples of exquisite Moorish architecture, not the least of which is the Alhambra, an ancient citadel and royal palace.

On the 22nd (Sat), steep yourself in history at Archive Saint John of God Museum, contemplate the long history of Casa-Museo de Manuel de Falla, then take a stroll through Albayzin, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Abadia del Sacromonte. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the long history of Cuarto Real de Santo Domingo, examine the collection at Monasterio de la Concepcion, then browse for treasures at Galeria Alea, then examine the collection at Museo Cuevas del Sacromonte, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Granada Cathedral.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Granada travel route planner.

Getting from Maspalomas to Granada by flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus, ferry, and train. Traveling from Maspalomas to Granada, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Maspalomas in April, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Granada, with lows of 47°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can go by car to Malaga.

Modern yet historic, Málaga is a lively city famous for being the birthplace of Pablo Picasso.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Colección del Museo Ruso and Dolmen de Menga. Appreciate the collections at Automobile and Fashion Museum and Museo de Malaga. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Malaga: Antequera (Dolmenes de Antequera & Alcazaba de Antequera). There's still lots to do: admire the landmark architecture of CAC Malaga Contemporary Art Center, slough off your stress at Arab Baths Hammam Al Andalus Malaga, delve into the distant past at Teatro Romano, and examine the collection at Museum Jorge Rando.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Malaga online travel planner.

You can drive from Granada to Malaga in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Malaga when traveling from Granada in April, with lows around 54°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Fri) early enough to take a train to Cordoba.

Andalucía’s thousand-year-old city, Córdoba, was once the capital of both the Roman Empire and the Moorish Kingdom, representing an alluring mix of cultural and political history.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Sat): admire the landmark architecture of Posada del Potro, see the interesting displays at Centro Flamenco Fosforito, then wander the streets of Jewish Quarter (Juderia), and finally get engrossed in the history at Palacio de Viana. Keep things going the next day: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mezquita Cathedral de Cordoba, look for gifts at Sabor a Espana, then examine the collection at Casa de las Cabezas Patios de Leyenda, and finally contemplate the long history of Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos.

For reviews, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Cordoba trip maker site.

Traveling by train from Malaga to Cordoba takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Cordoba are 76°F, while nighttime lows are 50°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can fly to Valletta.

Malta's capital city, Valletta preserves most of its medieval architecture, built in the 16th and 17th centuries by the Knights Hospitaller, once a powerful military order.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Mosta Rotunda and Spinola Bay. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Paul and Fort Rinella. Next up on the itinerary: appreciate the extensive heritage of Barrakka Lift, steep yourself in history at St Paul's Catacombs, pause for some serene contemplation at Parrocca San Pawl Nawfragu, and examine the collection at Palazzo Falson Historic House Museum.

For photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Valletta trip planner.

Getting from Cordoba to Valletta by flight takes about 6 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and bus; or do a combination of train, bus, taxi, and ferry. When traveling from Cordoba in April, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Valletta: temperatures range from 68°F by day to 55°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Thu) early enough to fly to Fira.

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

Museum-lovers will get to explore Cultural Village and Art Space. Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Mnemossyne Gallery and MATI Art Gallery. Go for a jaunt from Fira to Akrotiri to see La Ponta about 30 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: learn about winemaking at Santo Winery, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral, and steep yourself in history at The Castle of St Nicholas.

To find ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Fira online driving holiday planner.

Traveling by flight from Valletta to Fira takes 7.5 hours. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Valletta to Fira due to the time zone difference. In May in Fira, expect temperatures between 75°F during the day and 63°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Rome.

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

Do some cultural sightseeing at Colosseum and Pantheon. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Centro Storico Associazione Centro Storico and Abbey of St. Paul Outside the Walls. Next up on the itinerary: take in the spiritual surroundings of Cupola di San Pietro, delve into the distant past at Mercati di Traiano - Museo dei Fori Imperiali, make a trip to Piazza Venezia, and pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica di Santa Prassede.

To see other places to visit, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, read our Rome trip itinerary builder.

You can fly from Fira to Rome in 5.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. The time zone changes from Eastern European Standard Time (EET) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a -1 hour difference. Expect a bit cooler evenings in Rome when traveling from Fira in May, with lows around 58°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Turin.

A city of technology and industry, Turin is in northwestern Italy, a one-hour drive from the French border and slightly more than that from the Mediterranean Sea.

Appreciate the collections at Museo Nazionale dell'Automobile and Musei Reali. Explore hidden gems such as Chiesa di Santa Maria del Monte dei Cappuccini and Cappella dei Banchieri e dei Mercanti. Next up on the itinerary: get engrossed in the history at Villa della Regina, examine the collection at Museo del Grande Torino e della Leggenda Granata, don't miss a visit to Piazza Carignano, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica di Maria Ausiliatrice.

For other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Turin day trip planner.

Getting from Rome to Turin by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. In May, Turin is slightly colder than Rome - with highs of 64°F and lows of 51°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) to allow enough time to take a train to Florence.

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

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Pitti Palace and The Baptistery of St. John. Appreciate the collections at Museo Nazionale del Bargello and Synagogue and Jewish Museum of Florence. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Florence: Monteriggioni (Walls of Monteriggioni & Castello di Monteriggioni), Siena (Centro Storico di Siena, Complesso Museale Santa Maria della Scala, &more) and San Gimignano (San Gimignano 1300, Duomo di San Gimignano, &more). And it doesn't end there: take some stellar pictures from Basilica San Miniato al Monte, admire the masterpieces at Palazzo Strozzi, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and ponder the world of politics at Palazzo Vecchio.

For reviews, ratings, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Florence trip site.

You can take a train from Turin to Florence in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. While traveling from Turin, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Florence, ranging from highs of 71°F to lows of 52°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Amboise.

Amboise is a commune in the Indre-et-Loire department in central France. Chateau Royal d'Amboise and Eglise Saint-Florentin are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Le Chateau du Clos Luce - Parc Leonardo da Vinci and Chateau de Beaugency will appeal to museum buffs. Explore Amboise's surroundings by going to Le Chateau des Enigmes (in Freteval), Chambord (Chateau de Chambord & Domaine National de Chambord) and Chateau de Villesavin (in Tour-en-Sologne). Next up on the itinerary: pause for some serene contemplation at Eglise Saint-Denis, do a tasting at Les Caves Duhard, take in nature's colorful creations at Chateau of Talcy, and browse the fresh offerings at Marche Dominical d'Amboise.

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Getting from Florence to Amboise by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Florence in May, expect nights in Amboise to be about the same, around 48°F, while days are a bit cooler, around 66°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Bath.

A World Heritage Site, Bath has been one of Europe’s most popular spa destinations since the Roman era.

You'll explore and learn at The Roman Baths and American Museum & Gardens. Get some historical perspective at Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta and Chepstow Castle. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Bath: Nunney Castle (in Nunney), Lacock Abbey (in Lacock) and Vicar's Close (in Wells). There's still lots to do: contemplate the long history of Bath Street, step into the grandiose world of Farleigh Hungerford Castle, walk around Royal Victoria Park, and take an in-depth tour of Sally Lunn's Museum.

To find reviews, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, read Bath trip planner.

Traveling by combination of train and flight from Amboise to Bath takes 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and train; or take a train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Amboise to Bath. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Wed) so you can drive to York.

Situated on the confluence of the rivers Ouse and Foss, York has witnessed an abundance of major political events throughout its two millennia of existence.

Head to Beningbrough Hall, Gallery and Gardens and York Shamblesfor some retail therapy. Visit Rievaulx Abbey and Holy Trinity Church for their historical value. Change things up with these side-trips from York: Byland Abbey (in Coxwold), Selby Abbey (in Selby) and Helmsley Castle (in Helmsley). There's lots more to do: get to know the fascinating history of 199 Steps, see the interesting displays at Whitby Museum, take an in-depth tour of Fairfax House, and steep yourself in history at York Cold War Bunker.

To find reviews and more tourist information, read our York route site.

Traveling by car from Bath to York takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a train. In May, daily temperatures in York can reach 61°F, while at night they dip to 45°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can catch the train to Edinburgh.

World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Edinburgh Castle and Greyfriars Kirk. Appreciate the collections at Scottish National Portrait Gallery and The Black Watch Castle & Museum. Venture out of the city with trips to The Birks of Aberfeldy (in Aberfeldy), Dunkeld Cathedral (in Dunkeld) and Rosslyn Chapel (in Roslin). There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of Blackness Castle, admire the striking features of Linlithgow Palace, see the interesting displays at Royal Yacht Britannia, and get engrossed in the history at Surgeons' Hall Museums.

For where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Edinburgh trip itinerary planner.

Take a train from York to Edinburgh in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 63°F, and evening lows to 48°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Wed) so you can catch the flight back home.