42 days in Europe Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 1st (Tue): admire the masterpieces at 't Veluws Zandsculpturenfestijn, explore the historical opulence of Muiderslot, and then examine the collection at Mondial Museum. On your second day here, contemplate the waterfront views at Natuurmonumenten Nieuwkoopse Plassen, then examine the collection at Rembrandt Molen van Sloten - Amsterdam / Kuiperijmuseum, and then examine the collection at Amsterdam EXPO.

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Melbourne, Australia to Amsterdam is an approximately 25-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and train; or do a combination of bus and flight. The time zone difference moving from Australian Eastern Standard Time (Victoria) (AEST) to Central European Time (CET) is minus 9 hours. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Melbourne in September since evenings lows in Amsterdam dip to 13°C. You'll have a few hours on the 3rd (Thu) to wrap things up before traveling to Vinkel.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Kasteel Heeswijk and Golfclub Dorpswaard. Step out of Vinkel to go to Sint-Oedenrode and see Sint Oederode, which is approximately 36 minutes away.

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You can drive from Amsterdam to Vinkel in 1.5 hours. In September in Vinkel, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Mon) to allow time to travel to Brussels.

The allure of the multi-cultural capital, Brussels, stems from its mix of political intrigue, artistic influence, historical significance, and a thriving social scene.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Mon): take a stroll through Place St. Gery, pause for some serene contemplation at Eglise Saint Gilles, then examine the collection at Van Buuren Museum, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Église Saint Nicolas.

To find maps, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, read Brussels trip itinerary planner .

You can drive from Vinkel to Brussels in 2 hours. In September, daytime highs in Brussels are 21°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) so you can take a train 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.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Eglise Saint-Quiriace and Chateau of Champs-sur-Marne. La Tour Cesar and Musee du Parfum - Fragonard are good opportunities to explore the local culture. And it doesn't end there: wander the streets of 1st Arrondissement, admire the striking features of Luxembourg Palace, stroll around Parc du Champ de Mars, and admire nature's wide array of creatures at Jardin des Plantes.

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Take a train from Brussels to Paris in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In September in Paris, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 13°C at night. You'll have a few hours on the 11th (Fri) to wrap things up before traveling to Peronne.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Fri): make a trip to Pozieres Memorial, then witness the site of a historic battle at Tank Corps Memorial, and then see the interesting displays at Musee Alfred-Danicourt.

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Traveling by car from Paris to Peronne takes 2 hours. September in Peronne sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Dijon.

Perhaps best known for its locally produced mustard, Dijon also makes a wonderfully flavorful crème de cassis, or blackcurrant liqueur, and boasts excellent examples of regional architecture with polychrome roofs made of tiles in terracotta, green, yellow, and black placed in geometric patterns.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Sat): stop by Boursot Pere & Fils, explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Brochon, then get engrossed in the history at Musee d'Art Sacre, then see the interesting displays at Mulot & Petitjean, and finally make a trip to Place de la Liberation.

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You can drive from Peronne to Dijon in 4 hours. Another option is to do a combination of car and flight. In September, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 12°C. On the 13th (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Lyon.

Lyon is a historical city with a vibrant cultural scene as the birthplace of cinema, the silk capital of the globe, and the second biggest Renaissance city following Venice.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Sun): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise Saint-Bonaventure, then pause for some serene contemplation at Eglise Saint Georges, and then take an in-depth tour of Musee d'Histoire de Lyon. On the 14th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: steep yourself in history at Basilique d'Ars, then contemplate the long history of Eglise Sainte-Marie-Madeleine de Perouges, then admire the masterpieces at Musée l'Organe, and finally have some family-friendly fun at DreamAway Lyon.

To see more things to do, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Lyon online day trip planner .

Traveling by car from Dijon to Lyon takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September in Lyon, expect temperatures between 27°C during the day and 15°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Tue) so you can go by car to Como.

Known for its idyllic location on the shores of Lake Como and at the foot of the Alps, Como is one of northern Italy's most popular tourist destinations.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Tue): stop by Tea World, then get engrossed in the history at Civico Museo Archeologico Paolo Giovio, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica di Agliate, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa di San Giorgio. Here are some ideas for day two: enjoy breathtaking views from Porta torre di Como, get engrossed in the history at Civic Museum of the Risorgimento, pause for some photo ops at Monumento Ai Caduti, then walk around Parco Spina verde, and finally grab your bike and head to Sentiero 6 - Valbasca.

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You can drive from Lyon to Como in 5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of tram and flight; or take a train. In September in Como, expect temperatures between 28°C during the day and 16°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Thu) so you can take a train to Bologna.

A city famous for its cuisine, Bologna is the seat of the oldest university in the world, founded in 1088.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Thu): admire the landmark architecture of Palazzo Re Enzo, get a sense of history and politics at Palazzo del Podesta, make a trip to Piazza Santo Stefano, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Chiesa di San Bartolomeo, then examine the collection at Oratorio Di Santa Cecilia, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of San Vitale e Agricola in Arena.

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Getting from Como to Bologna by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in September, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to City of San Marino.

The capital of one of the world's smallest and oldest republics, the hillside city of San Marino boasts a World Heritage-listed old town that's known for its winding cobblestone streets and sweeping views of the surrounding countryside.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Fri): admire the landmark architecture of Palazzo Graziani, steep yourself in history at Montale Tower, then take in nature's colorful creations at Orti Borghesi San Marino, and finally see the interesting displays at Modern Weapons Museum.

To see ratings, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the City of San Marino tour itinerary builder .

Traveling by car from Bologna to City of San Marino takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. When traveling from Bologna in September, plan for little chillier days and about the same nights in City of San Marino: temperatures range from 26°C by day to 17°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Florence.

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

On the 18th (Fri), contemplate the long history of Loggia dei Lanzi. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 19th (Sat): admire the masterpieces at Church and Museum of Orsanmichele, admire the masterpieces at Accademia di Belle Arti, examine the collection at Museo Casa di Dante, examine the collection at Gucci Museo, then contemplate the long history of Torre di Arnolfo, and finally take an in-depth tour of Corridoio Vasariano.

To find photos, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Florence online tour itinerary planner .

You can drive from City of San Marino to Florence in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and train; or do a combination of bus and shuttle. When traveling from City of San Marino in September, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Florence: temperatures range from 30°C by day to 17°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Mon) so you can go by car to Cinque Terre.

Made up of five picturesque towns on the Ligurian coast, Cinque Terre is Italy's answer to the French Riviera.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Mon): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of San Giovanni Battista, then get to know the fascinating history of Borgo Storico di Riomaggiore, then pause for some serene contemplation at Santa Margherita di Antiochia Church, and finally step into the grandiose world of Castello Doria. On the next day, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Convento dei Cappuccini e Chiesa di San Francesco, make a trip to Monumento a San Francesco d'Assisi, take in the spiritual surroundings of Chiesa Di San Pietro, explore the historical opulence of Castello di Riomaggiore, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Oratorio di San Rocco, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Oratorio dei Disciplinati di Santa Caterina.

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You can drive from Florence to Cinque Terre in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. September in Cinque Terre sees daily highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Wed) so you can travel to Grasse.

Grasse is a commune in the Alpes-Maritimes department, on the French Riviera.The town is considered the world's capital of perfume. On the 23rd (Wed), explore the world behind art at Musee d'Art et d'Histoire de Provence, revel in the low prices at Le Musee du Parfum, then see the interesting displays at Musee du Parfum Fragonard, then stop by La Nouvelle Cremerie, and finally examine the collection at La Bastide aux Violettes.

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Traveling by car from Cinque Terre to Grasse takes 4.5 hours. In September in Grasse, expect temperatures between 29°C during the day and 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Arles.

Remote, uneventful, but definitely not a waste of time, Arles is absolutely steeped in Provençal culture.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Thu): pause for some photo ops at Fontaine Amedee Pichot, steep yourself in history at Le Sentier des Moulins d'Alphonse Daudet, don't miss a visit to Hotel de Ville, steep yourself in history at Arles's Cryptoporticus, then get a taste of the local shopping with Anne Clergue Galerie, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise Sainte-Anne.

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You can drive from Grasse to Arles in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In September in Arles, expect temperatures between 29°C during the day and 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to travel to Figeac.

Figeac is a commune in the Lot department in south-western France. On the 25th (Fri), pause for some serene contemplation at Eglise Saint Sauveur, then take an in-depth tour of Musee Paulin Ratier, and then explore the historical opulence of Château de Larroque-Toirac.

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Traveling by car from Arles to Figeac takes 4 hours. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Arles in September, with highs in Figeac at 24°C and lows at 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Cahors.

Almost entirely surrounded by water, Cahors is a lovely medieval peninsular town located in the heart of the red wine country.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Sat): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise Saint-Barthelemy, see the interesting displays at Musee du biscuit, admire the masterpieces at Musee de Cahors Henri-Martin, then do a tasting at Atrium Georges Vigouroux, then do a tasting at Villa Cahors Malbec Lounge, and finally make a trip to GALERIE LE CLOS D'EPICURE.

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Traveling by car from Figeac to Cahors takes 1.5 hours. While traveling from Figeac, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Cahors, ranging from highs of 28°C to lows of 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Bordeaux.

With a long history of producing regional wines since the Romans brought grapevines here during the first century, so many people consider Bordeaux to be the wine capital of the world.

Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Buglose and Chateau Saint Ahon will appeal to history buffs. You'll explore and learn at Centre National Jean Moulin and Antique Dealers of Village Notre Dame. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bordeaux: Saint-Emilion (Chateau Beaurang & Chateau Soutard) and Basilique Saint-Eutrope de Saintes (in Saintes). And it doesn't end there: admire the natural beauty at Chateau de La Brede - Montesquieu, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise St Louis des Chartrons, make a trip to Place de la Victoire, and ponder the design of Fountain of Three Graces.

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Traveling by car from Cahors to Bordeaux takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. September in Bordeaux sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Wed) early enough to catch the train to Blois.

Situated on the banks of the lower Loire river, Blois opens doors to many activities centered along the banks of the river.

On the 30th (Wed), explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Troussay, walk around Les Jardins de l’Ancien Eveche, make a trip to Eglise Saint-Vincent-de-Paul, then get to know the fascinating history of Escalier Denis Papin, then learn about all things military at Musee de la Resistance et de la Deportation, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Eglise Saint-Nicolas. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 1st (Thu): pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Saint-Louis, admire the landmark architecture of Hôtel de Ville - Blois, appreciate the extensive heritage of Les P’tits Clous, then admire the striking features of Hotel de Villebresme (Maison de Denis Papin), and finally examine the collection at Museum d'Histoire Naturelle.

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Getting from Bordeaux to Blois by train takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Bordeaux in September, plan for little chillier nights in Blois, with lows around 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Fri) to allow enough time to take a train to Paris.

Popular historic sites such as Chateau de La Roche-Guyon and Chateau Gaillard are in your itinerary. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Paul-Etienne Saint Germain and Chateau de Monte Cristo - Alexandre Dumas' House. Get out of town with these interesting Paris side-trips: Reims (La Maison Mumm & Veuve Clicquot-Ponsardin), Senlis (Parc et Vestiges du Chateau Royal & Cathedrale notre-dame de Senlis) and Chateau de Malmaison (in Rueil-Malmaison). Enjoy Paris some more: step into the grandiose world of Chateau of Vincennes, pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Saint-Pierre, see the interesting displays at Institut du Monde Arabe, and engage your brain at Cite des Sciences et de L'lndustrie.

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You can take a train from Blois to Paris in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.