30 days in Europe Itinerary

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Food Tours and Museu Nacional do Azulejo. Change things up with a short trip to Quinta da Regaleira in Sintra (about 36 minutes away). Next up on the itinerary: get the lay of the land with Walking tours, stop by Alfama, admire the masterpieces at Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, and pause for some photo ops at Padrao dos Descobrimentos.

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Washington DC, USA to Lisbon is an approximately 12-hour flight. Traveling from Washington DC to Lisbon, you'll lose 5 hours due to the time zone difference. In October, daytime highs in Lisbon are 76°F, while nighttime lows are 58°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) early enough to travel to Barcelona.

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at The Magic Fountain and Casa Mila - La Pedrera. And it doesn't end there: pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, walk around Parc Guell, make a trip to Las Ramblas, and admire the striking features of Casa Batllo.

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Fly from Lisbon to Barcelona in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Lisbon to Barcelona due to the time zone difference. In November in Barcelona, expect temperatures between 65°F during the day and 49°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) early enough to travel 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.

Step off the beaten path and head to Luxembourg Gardens and Jardin des Tuileries. The adventure continues: contemplate the long history of Eiffel Tower, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, wander the streets of Montmartre, and get a taste of the local shopping with Le Marais.

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Getting from Barcelona to Paris by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. In November, Paris is a bit cooler than Barcelona - with highs of 51°F and lows of 42°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) to allow time to travel 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.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Thu): take in the local highlights with Walking tours, explore the activities along Canal Grande, then snap pictures at Ponte di Rialto, then snap pictures at Ponte dei Sospiri, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza San Marco. On the next day, enjoy breathtaking views from St Mark's Campanile, see the interesting displays at Doge's Palace, then don't miss a visit to Peggy Guggenheim Collection, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica di San Marco.

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You can fly from Paris to Venice in 5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. In November, plan for daily highs up to 56°F, and evening lows to 43°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive 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 Duomo di Siena and Piazza della Signoria. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Florence: Siena (Piazza del Campo & Battistero di San Giovanni). There's much more to do: get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo, steep yourself in history at The Baptistery of St. John, admire the masterpieces at Pitti Palace, and pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica of Santa Croce.

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Drive from Venice to Florence in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In November in Florence, expect temperatures between 61°F during the day and 46°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Mon) so you can 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.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Tue): don't miss a visit to Trevi Fountain, explore the ancient world of Pantheon, then steep yourself in history at St. Peter's Basilica, and finally admire the masterpieces at Vatican Museums. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the ancient world of Colosseum, then explore the ancient world of Palatine Hill, and then get to know the fascinating history of Piazza Navona.

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Getting from Florence to Rome by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or fly. In November, daily temperatures in Rome can reach 63°F, while at night they dip to 47°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) early enough to travel to Athens.

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

Explore hidden gems such as Acropolis of Athens and Ancient Agora of Athens. There's lots more to do: get engrossed in the history at Acropolis Museum, admire the masterpieces at National Archaeological Museum, appreciate the history behind Temple of Olympian Zeus, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Lycabettus.

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Fly from Rome to Athens in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train, ferry, and bus. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Eastern European Standard Time is 1 hour. Traveling from Rome in November, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 55°F in Athens. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sat) so you can travel to Istanbul.

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.

On the 22nd (Sun), get engrossed in the history at Topkapi Palace, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hagia Sophia, then admire the landmark architecture of Basilica Cistern, and finally browse the eclectic array of goods at Kapali Carsi. Keep things going the next day: admire the masterpieces at Chora Museum, take an in-depth tour of Galata Tower, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Suleymaniye Cami , then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sultan Ahmed Mosque, and finally take in the views from Galata Koprusu.

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Traveling by flight from Athens to Istanbul takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Athens to Istanbul due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Athens, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Istanbul, ranging from highs of 58°F to lows of 58°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) early enough to travel to Budapest.

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.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Tue): browse the fresh offerings at Central Market Hall, contemplate the long history of Dohány Street Synagogue, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika), then make a trip to Heroes' Square, and finally see the interesting displays at House of Terror Museum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 25th (Wed): contemplate the long history of Fisherman's Bastion, steep yourself in history at Matthias Church, snap pictures at Szechenyi Lanchid, then pause for some photo ops at Shoes on the Danube Bank, and finally admire the striking features of Hungarian Parliament Building.

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Traveling by flight from Istanbul to Budapest takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from Istanbul to Budapest. When traveling from Istanbul in November, plan for slightly colder days and much colder nights in Budapest: temperatures range from 50°F by day to 36°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Prague.

Prague lures millions of tourists each year with its World Heritage-listed medieval city center--a labyrinth of narrow lanes, bridges, cathedrals, and palaces overlooked by a thousand-year-old castle.

On the 26th (Thu), don't miss a visit to Staromestske namesti, make a trip to Prague Astronomical Clock, admire the landmark architecture of St. Vitus Cathedral, then take in panoramic vistas at Petrin Tower, and finally take a stroll through Lesser Town. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 27th (Fri): take some stellar pictures from Vyšehrad National Cultural Monument, then snap pictures at Charles Bridge, and then sample some tasty brews at a beer tour and tasting.

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You can drive from Budapest to Prague in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or fly. In November, daily temperatures in Prague can reach 46°F, while at night they dip to 36°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to Amsterdam.

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

Start off your visit on the 28th (Sat): take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, then explore the world behind art at Museum Het Rembrandthuis (Rembrandt House), then take an in-depth tour of Anne Frank House, and finally indulge your thirst for a good beer at Heineken Experience. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the masterpieces at Van Gogh Museum, then walk around Vondelpark, and then admire the masterpieces at Rijksmuseum.

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Fly from Prague to Amsterdam in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In November, daily temperatures in Amsterdam can reach 51°F, while at night they dip to 40°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.