29 days in Europe Itinerary

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

To find reviews, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the London sightseeing planning site.

Vancouver, Canada to London is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), which is usually an 8 hour difference. In August, daytime highs in London are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. You will leave for Barcelona on the 2nd (Wed).

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

Basilica de la Sagrada Familia and Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic) are good opportunities to explore the local culture. You'll get in some beach time at Cala Futadera and Platja Port Bo. Get out of town with these interesting Barcelona side-trips: Calella de Palafrugell (Playas de Calella & Poseidon Calella), Museu d'Historia de la Joguina (in Sant Feliu de Guixols) and Camino de Ronda (in S'Agaro). And it doesn't end there: stroll around Parc Guell, make a trip to Casa Mila - La Pedrera, admire the striking features of Casa Batllo, and get a taste of the local shopping with Imanart Barcelona Street Photo Gallery.

For ratings, maps, and tourist information, read our Barcelona road trip site.

Fly from London to Barcelona in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time to Central European Standard Time is 1 hour. Traveling from London in August, things will get somewhat warmer in Barcelona: highs are around 33°C and lows about 25°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Florence.

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

Start off your visit on the 7th (Mon): get to know the fascinating history of Piazza della Signoria, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo, take in the views from Ponte Vecchio, then pick up some new knowledge with Maneggio Guelfi Neri - Passeggiate a cavallo nel chianti, and finally get a sense of history and politics at Palazzo Vecchio. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 8th (Tue): don't miss a visit to Piazzale Michelangelo, delve into the lush surroundings at Foresta di Vallombrosa, then admire the masterpieces at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, then steep yourself in history at Basilica of Santa Croce, and finally find your balance on the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area.

For where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Florence attractions planning app.

You can fly from Barcelona to Florence in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a bit cooler evenings in Florence when traveling from Barcelona in August, with lows around 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) so you can go by car 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.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Wed): pause for some serene contemplation at Scrovegni Chapel, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica of St. Anthony, look for all kinds of wild species at Casoni della Fogolana, then look for all kinds of wild species at Oasi Ca' di Mezzo, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Bagni Sirena. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: examine the collection at Doge's Palace, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza San Marco, then admire the striking features of Basilica di San Marco, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Canal Grande.

For traveler tips, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Venice trip itinerary builder website.

Traveling by car from Florence to Venice takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. August in Venice sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 22°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight 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.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Fisherman's Bastion and Heroes' Square. Your inner history buff will appreciate Matthias Church and Liberty Statue. And it doesn't end there: pause for some serene contemplation at St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika), view the masterpieces at Hungarian National Gallery (Magyar Nemzeti Galeria), don't miss a visit to Andrassy Avenue, and ponder the world of politics at Hungarian Parliament Building.

For where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Budapest trip website.

Fly from Venice to Budapest in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. Traveling from Venice in August, expect a bit cooler with lows of 18°C in Budapest. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Mon) early enough to travel to Split.

Experience an authentic Adriatic lifestyle in Split, the largest city along the sea's coast.

Get a sense of the local culture at Diocletian's Palace and Historic City of Trogir. Museum-lovers will appreciate Galerija Mestrovic and Diocletians Dream. Dedicate the 16th (Wed) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. And it doesn't end there: admire the landmark architecture of Cathedral of Saint Domnius, find your balance on the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area, and steep yourself in history at Archbishop's Palace.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Split trip builder site.

Traveling by combination of shuttle and flight from Budapest to Split takes 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of shuttle and bus. Traveling from Budapest in August, things will get somewhat warmer in Split: highs are around 36°C and lows about 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) to allow time to fly 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.

Visiting Alpine Joe - Mountain Hiking Guide and Donauinsel will get you outdoors. Schonbrunn Palace and St. Stephen's Cathedral will appeal to history buffs. Take a break from Vienna with a short trip to Naturpark Mannersdof-Wuste in Mannersdorf am Leithagebirge, about 42 minutes away. There's still lots to do: admire the masterpieces at Belvedere Palace, see the interesting displays at Hofburg, admire the striking features of KUNST HAUS WIEN. Museum Hundertwasser, and make a trip to Judenplatz Holocaust Memorial.

To find other places to visit, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Vienna trip builder website.

Traveling by flight from Split to Vienna takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Split in August; daily highs in Vienna reach 31°C and lows reach 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sun) to allow time to fly 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.

Visit Staromestske namesti and St. Vitus Cathedral for their historical value. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Prague Castle and Stary zidovsky Hrbitov. Go for a jaunt from Prague to Karlstejn to see Karlstejn Castle about 42 minutes away. Spend the 21st (Mon) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's lots more to do: take in the views from Charles Bridge, get great views at Prague Astronomical Clock, contemplate the long history of Lobkowicz Palace, and examine the collection at Franz Kafka Muzeum.

For where to stay, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Prague trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Vienna to Prague takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. In August, daytime highs in Prague are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 16°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Amsterdam.

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

On the 25th (Fri), admire the masterpieces at Rijksmuseum, see the interesting displays at Anne Frank House, and then admire the masterpieces at Van Gogh Museum. On the next day, kick back and relax at Zandvoort aan Zee, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and then admire the masterpieces at Museum Het Rembrandthuis.

To see more things to do, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Amsterdam holiday maker.

You can fly from Prague to Amsterdam in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In August, daily temperatures in Amsterdam can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to London.

Museum-lovers will appreciate National Gallery and The British Museum. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. See even more of London: learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Paul's Cathedral, get a sense of history and politics at Houses of Parliament, and enjoy breathtaking views from Coca-Cola London Eye.

For more things to do, maps, photos, and more tourist information, read London planner.

Traveling by flight from Amsterdam to London takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference when traveling from Amsterdam to London is minus 1 hour. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly back home.