17 days in Europe Itinerary

Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Mon): appreciate the history behind Puerta de Alcala, explore the world behind art at Prado National Museum, then admire the masterpieces at Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia, and finally stroll around Parque Madrid Rio. On the next day, admire the striking features of Real Casa de Correos, savor the flavors at Food & Drink, admire the landmark architecture of Metropolis Building, then examine the collection at Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza, then admire the striking features of Palacio de Cibeles, and finally steep yourself in history at Royal Palace of Madrid.

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If you are flying in from Colombia, the closest major aiport is Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport. In April, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) to allow time to fly 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.

Explore hidden gems such as Ile Saint-Louis and Parc des Buttes-Chaumont. And it doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at Louvre Museum, see the interesting displays at Musee Marmottan Monet, explore and take pictures at Eiffel Tower, and admire the striking features of Arc de Triomphe.

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Fly from Madrid to Paris in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In April, Paris is slightly colder than Madrid - with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can take a train to Geneva.

Geneva brings the world to one small city with a huge expat population and the highest number of international organizations in any one city.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Lake Geneva and Cathedrale de Saint-Pierre. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Geneva: Les Mines De Sel De Bex (in Bex), Abbaye de Saint-Maurice d'Agaune (in Saint-Maurice) and Swiss Vapeur Parc (in Le Bouveret). There's lots more to do: test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, explore the galleries of Chateau de Nyon, admire the local landmark of The Geneva Water Fountain, and get to know the resident critters at Tierpark Bern.

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You can take a train from Paris to Geneva in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In April, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Florence.

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

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Fri): make a trip to Piazza Santa Croce, admire the landmark architecture of Campanile di Giotto, contemplate the long history of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo, then appreciate the history behind Loggia dei Lanzi, and finally pause for some photo ops at Perseus Statue. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 6th (Sat): let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour and then admire the local landmark of Fountain of Neptune.

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Traveling by flight from Geneva to Florence takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In May, daily temperatures in Florence can reach 25°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 7th (Sun) to allow time for the flight 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 Photography Tours and El Born. Get out of town with these interesting Barcelona side-trips: Parish Church of Sant Roma (in Lloret de Mar), Vila Vella (Old Town) (in Tossa de Mar) and Camino de Ronda (in S'Agaro). Next up on the itinerary: admire the landmark architecture of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, stroll around Parc Guell, get engrossed in the history at Museu d'Història de Barcelona MUHBA, and don't miss a visit to Placa d'Espanya.

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You can fly from Florence to Barcelona in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. May in Barcelona sees daily highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.