29 days in Europe Itinerary

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

We've included these beaches for you: V Lounge Beach Club and Acqua e Sale - Stabilimento Balneare. Shop till you drop at Via Condotti and L'Artigianato. And it doesn't end there: take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Peter's Basilica, delve into the mystery of Catacombe di San Callisto, kick back and relax at Nuova Pineta Pinetina, and delve into the distant past at Palatine Hill.

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London, UK to Rome is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train, bus, and flight; or do a combination of flight and train. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Rome due to the time zone difference. In August, Rome is somewhat warmer than London - with highs of 38°C and lows of 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) so you can travel 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.

Get outdoors at Prague for Two and Prague Zoo. Your inner history buff will appreciate St. Vitus Cathedral and Prague Astronomical Clock. There's lots more to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Prague Castle, browse the fresh offerings at Farmers' Market Farmářské tržiště, head off the coast to Shooters Island, and snap pictures at Charles Bridge.

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You can fly from Rome to Prague in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Rome in August: high temperatures in Prague hover around 28°C and lows are around 16°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Sat) early enough to travel to Vienna.

The cultural, economic, and political center of the country, Vienna has developed from its early Celtic and Roman roots into a medieval and Baroque city, with an old town that was designated a World Heritage Site in 2001.

Head to Vienna Naschmarkt and Mariahilfer Strassefor plenty of shopping. Get in touch with nature at Schönbrunn Zoo and Donauinsel. Pack the 29th (Wed) with family-friendly diversions at Prater. The adventure continues: take in nature's colorful creations at Schonbrunn Palace, shop like a local with Graben and Kohlmarkt, admire the striking features of St. Stephen's Cathedral, and contemplate the long history of Belvedere Palace.

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You can fly from Prague to Vienna in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In August, daytime highs in Vienna are 31°C, while nighttime lows are 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Thu) early enough to take a train 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.

Get some historical perspective at Andrassy Avenue and Dohány Street Synagogue. Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church are good opportunities to explore the local culture. There's still lots to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika), stop by Herend Porcelain - Hadik Shop, explore the activities along Danube River, and browse the eclectic array of goods at Ecseri Flea Market (Ecseri bolhapiac).

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You can take a train from Vienna to Budapest in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in August, and nighttime lows around 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Warsaw.

Warsaw draws big crowds with its seemingly unstoppable energy, exemplified by the city's explosive nightlife and thriving music scene.

Old Town Market Square and Old Town will appeal to history buffs. Escape the urban bustle at Vistula River Beach and Nature Reserve Lawice Kielpinskie. There's still lots to do: wander the streets of Nowy Swiat, admire the masterpieces at The Royal Castle in Warsaw - Museum, explore the landscape on two wheels at Pole Mokotowskie, and browse the eclectic array of goods at Hala Gwardii.

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Getting from Budapest to Warsaw by combination of flight and bus takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of shuttle and train. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Budapest in September: highs in Warsaw hover around 22°C, while lows dip to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (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.

Get outdoors at Zandvoort aan Zee and Flying Dutch Boats. Do some cultural sightseeing at Anne Frank House and De Negen Straatjes. The adventure continues: meet the residents at ARTIS, wander the streets of Leidseplein, experience rural life at Fruittuin van West, and take an in-depth tour of Van Gogh Museum.

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You can do a combination of train and flight from Warsaw to Amsterdam in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In September in Amsterdam, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.