27 days in Europe Itinerary
27 days in Europe Itinerary
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27 days in Europe Itinerary
Start: Alicante, Spain
Fly:
5h 15min
1
Paris, France
— 2 nights
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4h 45min
2
Dublin, Ireland
— 4 nights
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5h 45min
3
Stockholm, Sweden
— 2 nights
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4h 30min
4
St. Petersburg, Russia
— 3 nights
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7h 15min
5
Istanbul, Turkey
— 2 nights
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5h 45min
6
Budapest, Hungary
— 2 nights
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+2
Fly + shuttle + train:
5h 15min
7
Florence, Italy
— 3 nights
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train + bus:
5h
8
Ravello, Italy
— 3 nights
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subway + train:
3h
9
Rome, Italy
— 3 nights
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5h 30min
End: Alicante, Spain
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2
nights
Paris, France
2
nights

City of Light
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 4th (Sun): stroll the grounds of The Paris Catacombs. On the next day, wander the streets of Montmartre, then pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, and then admire the masterpieces at Louvre Museum.
For ratings, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Paris trip planner .
Alicante, Spain to Paris is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and flight; or drive. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Alicante in August; daily highs in Paris reach 29°C and lows reach 16°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) early enough to travel to Dublin.
Things to do in Paris
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Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre
12:30pm, Mon Aug 5

Eiffel Tower
11:00am, Tue Aug 6

Louvre Museum
3:00pm, Mon Aug 5
4
nights
Dublin, Ireland
4
nights

Fair City
A history spanning over a thousand years, vibrant nightlife, and a mix of Georgian and modern architecture make Dublin a popular European tourist destination.Kids will appreciate attractions like Kilmainham Gaol and Saint Patrick's Cathedral. Visit Guinness Storehouse and Trinity College Dublin for their historical value. Explore Dublin's surroundings by going to Kilkenny Castle (in Kilkenny), Ferns Castle (in Ferns) and Curracloe Beach (in Curracloe). And it doesn't end there: make a trip to Temple Bar, get engrossed in the history at Irish Famine Museum Dublin, examine the collection at Croke Park Stadium Tour & GAA Museum, and contemplate the long history of Dublin Castle.
To find traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Dublin trip planning site .
You can fly from Paris to Dublin in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or do a combination of flight and bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Paris to Dublin due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Paris in August, things will get a bit cooler in Dublin: highs are around 22°C and lows about 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Stockholm.
Things to do in Dublin
Side Trips
Ferns Castle, Kilkenny Castle, Curracloe Beach
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Kilmainham Gaol Museum
10:00am, Wed Aug 7

Guinness Storehouse
1:00pm, Wed Aug 7

Temple Bar
4:00pm, Fri Aug 9
2
nights
Stockholm, Sweden
2
nights

Beauty by the Water
One of Europe's most culturally diverse cities, Stockholm extends over 14 islands, united by a series of tunnels and bridges.Do some cultural sightseeing at Royal Palace and Fotografiska Stockholm. Family-friendly places like Skansen and Royal Armory will thrill your kids. And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Vasa Museum, take an in-depth tour of Nordiska museet, wander the streets of Stockholm Old Town, and admire the masterpieces at Moderna Museet - Stockholm.
Take the guesswork out of planning a Stockholm vacation by using our trip itinerary maker.
Fly from Dublin to Stockholm in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time to Central European Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. In August in Stockholm, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) early enough to travel to St. Petersburg.
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3
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St. Petersburg, Russia
3
nights

Venice of the North
Built on a desolate swamp as a showcase capital of Imperial Russia, this grand city has certainly lived up to the expectations of its founder, Tsar Peter the Great.Let the collections at Saint Isaac's Cathedral and The Bath Block capture your imagination. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Savior on the Spilled Blood and Naval Cathedral of St. Nicholas. The adventure continues: explore the world behind art at The State Hermitage Museum, examine the collection at The Anna Akhmatova Museum, take in the spiritual surroundings of Grand Choral Synagogue, and don't miss a visit to Palace Square (Dvortsovaya Ploshchad).
To see other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the St. Petersburg trip itinerary maker website .
Traveling by flight from Stockholm to St. Petersburg takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and train; or do a combination of ferry and bus. Traveling from Stockholm to St. Petersburg, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. In August in St. Petersburg, expect temperatures between 25°C during the day and 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can travel to Istanbul.
Things to do in St. Petersburg
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The State Hermitage Museum
12:00pm, Wed Aug 14

Saint Isaac's Cathedral
11:30am, Thu Aug 15

Savior on the Spilled Blood
1:30pm, Thu Aug 15
2
nights
Istanbul, Turkey
2
nights

Queen of Cities
A physical and cultural bridge between Europe and Asia, the transcontinental city of Istanbul serves as a living reminder of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.Appreciate the collections at Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya). Sultan Ahmed Mosque and Basilica Cistern are good opportunities to explore the local culture. And it doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at Kariye Museum (The Chora Church), take a stroll through Ortakoy, steep yourself in history at Historic Areas of Istanbul, and take an in-depth tour of Rumeli Fortress.
To see reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Istanbul trip itinerary maker app .
Getting from St. Petersburg to Istanbul by flight takes about 7.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from St. Petersburg in August; daily highs in Istanbul reach 34°C and lows reach 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Mon) to allow time to travel to Budapest.
Things to do in Istanbul
Find places to stay Aug 16 — 19:
Highlights from your plan

Sultan Ahmed Mosque
2:00pm, Sat Aug 17

Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya)
3:30pm, Sat Aug 17

Topkapi Palace
1:00pm, Sun Aug 18
2
nights
Budapest, Hungary
2
nights

Pearl of the Danube
You might consider the city of Budapest, divided by the Danube River into two distinctive cities--Buda and Pest--to be essentially one large World Heritage Site.Kick off your visit on the 20th (Tue): get to know the fascinating history of Janoshegy, contemplate the long history of Liberty Statue, explore the world behind art at Hungarian National Gallery (Magyar Nemzeti Galeria), then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Matthias Church, and finally steep yourself in history at Halaszbastya. Here are some ideas for day two: see the interesting displays at House of Terror Museum, then pause for some photo ops at Hősök tere, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Dohány Street Synagogue, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika).
To see ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Budapest online attractions planner .
You can fly from Istanbul to Budapest in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of shuttle and flight; or drive. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Time (EET) to Central European Time (CET) is minus 2 hours. Traveling from Istanbul in August, Budapest is slightly colder at night with lows of 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Florence.
Things to do in Budapest
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Highlights from your plan

Matthias Church
4:00pm, Tue Aug 20

Halaszbastya
5:00pm, Tue Aug 20

St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika)
3:30pm, Wed Aug 21
3
nights
Florence, Italy
3
nights

Birthplace of the Italian Renaissance
Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.Academy Of Florence Art Gallery and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Museum-lovers will get to explore Uffizi Galleries and Basilica di Santa Croce. Venture out of the city with trips to Siena Cathedral (in Siena) and Guardastelle Vineyard (in San Gimignano). There's still lots to do: admire the masterpieces at Pitti Palace, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo, get great views at Piazzale Michelangelo, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Baptistery of St. John.
For other places to visit, photos, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Florence road trip planning site .
Getting from Budapest to Florence by combination of flight and train takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: fly; or drive. In August in Florence, expect temperatures between 35°C during the day and 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) early enough to travel to Ravello.
Things to do in Florence
Side Trips
Duomo di Siena, Guardastelle Vineyard
Find places to stay Aug 21 — 24:
Highlights from your plan

Academy Of Florence Art Gallery
10:00am, Fri Aug 23

Gallerie Degli Uffizi
2:00pm, Thu Aug 22

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
2:30pm, Fri Aug 23
3
nights
Ravello, Italy
3
nights

Family-friendly places like Spiaggia di castiglione and Lido di Ravello will thrill your kids. Get outdoors at Fornillo and Lido Capo di Conca. Venture out of the city with trips to Bagni d'Arienzo (in Positano) and Le Vigne di Raito (in Vietri sul Mare).
For other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Ravello tour planning website .
You can do a combination of train and bus from Florence to Ravello in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Florence in August, plan for a bit warmer nights in Ravello, with lows around 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) early enough to travel to Rome.
For other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Ravello tour planning website .
You can do a combination of train and bus from Florence to Ravello in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Florence in August, plan for a bit warmer nights in Ravello, with lows around 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) early enough to travel to Rome.
Things to do in Ravello
Side Trips
Positano, Lido Capo di Conca, Duomo di Sant'Andrea, Le Vigne di Raito
Find places to stay Aug 24 — 27:
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Spiaggia di castiglione
12:30pm, Mon Aug 26

Lido di Ravello
2:30pm, Tue Aug 27

Duomo di Ravello
5:00pm, Mon Aug 26
3
nights
Rome, Italy
3
nights

Eternal City
Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.Palatine Hill and Pantheon are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Vatican Museums and Catacombe di San Callisto will appeal to history buffs. There's much more to do: delve into the distant past at Colosseum, ponder the design of Trevi Fountain, explore the world behind art at Galleria Borghese, and don't miss a visit to Roman Forum.
For reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Rome trip planner .
Traveling by combination of subway and train from Ravello to Rome takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Ravello in August, expect slightly colder with lows of 24°C in Rome. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.
Things to do in Rome
Side Trip
Vatican City
Find places to stay Aug 27 — 30:
Highlights from your plan

St. Peter's Basilica
11:00am, Wed Aug 28

Colosseum
4:30pm, Wed Aug 28

Pantheon
11:30am, Thu Aug 29
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