42 days in Europe & Vancouver Itinerary

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

On the 15th (Tue), see some colorful creatures with Nautilus Dive Center. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 16th (Wed): delve into the distant past at Ancient Agora of Athens, explore the ancient world of Acropolis of Athens, then make a trip to Erechtheion, then wander the streets of Plaka, and finally admire the landmark architecture of The Academy of Athens.

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Melbourne, Australia to Athens is an approximately 22.5-hour flight. You'll gain 8 hours traveling from Melbourne to Athens due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Melbourne in August, expect Athens to be warmer, temps between 39°C and 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Paros.

Long ignored by tourists because of its reputation as a plain ferry hub, Paros today serves as one of the Aegean's major holiday destinations, luring travelers with its fashionable resort towns and quaint mountain villages.

Paros is known for beaches, historic sites, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: enjoy the sand and surf at Piso Aliki Beach, pause for some serene contemplation at Panagia Ekatondapiliani, contemplate the long history of Lefkes, and stroll through Martselo beach.

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Fly from Athens to Paros in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry; or ride a ferry. When traveling from Athens in August, plan for slightly colder days in Paros, with highs around 34°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sun) so you can ride a ferry to Naxos Town.

Naxos Town tops the itinerary of most visitors exploring the Aegean islands, drawing their attention with taverns, shops, beaches, and ancient ruins.

On the 21st (Mon), delve into the distant past at Temple of Demeter, tour the pleasant surroundings at Plaka Beach, then enjoy the sand and surf at Agios Prokopios Beach, and finally take a stroll through Old Town.

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Ride a ferry from Paros to Naxos Town in an hour. In August, daily temperatures in Naxos Town can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 22nd (Tue) to allow enough time to ride a ferry to Fira.

Fira, the busy capital of Santorini, sits on the very edge of a volcanic caldera.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Tue): take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral. Keep things going the next day: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, then explore the activities along Amoudi Bay, and then make a trip to Sunset in Oia.

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You can ride a ferry from Naxos Town to Fira in 2.5 hours. Another option is to fly. In August, daytime highs in Fira are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Dubrovnik.

Along the Dalmation Coast, the city of Dubrovnik has become famous for its pedestrian-only Old Town surrounded by fortress walls, and its historical heft has earned it World Heritage Site status.

On the 26th (Sat), spend a thrilling day on the water with a speed boat tour. Dedicate the 25th (Fri) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. And it doesn't end there: appreciate the extensive heritage of Walls of Dubrovnik, make a trip to Onophrian Fountain, steep yourself in history at The Franciscan Church and Monastery, and admire the landmark architecture of Franjevacki Crkva Male Brace.

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You can fly from Fira to Dubrovnik in 6.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of ferry and bus; or do a combination of ferry, taxi, and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Fira to Dubrovnik. Traveling from Fira in August, expect slightly colder with lows of 24°C in Dubrovnik. You'll set off for Venice on the 29th (Tue).

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.

On the 29th (Tue), pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica of St. Anthony and then pause for some serene contemplation at Scrovegni Chapel. Keep things going the next day: steep yourself in history at Ponte dei Sospiri, examine the collection at Doge's Palace, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza San Marco, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica di San Marco, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from St Mark's Campanile.

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Fly from Dubrovnik to Venice in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. August in Venice sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 22°C at night. On the 1st (Fri), you'll travel to Cinque Terre.

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

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Cinque Terre: Genoa (Boccadasse & Aquarium of Genoa), Pisa (Battistero di San Giovanni, Duomo di Pisa, &more) and Portovenere (in Porto Venere). Next up on the itinerary: look for all kinds of wild species at 5 Terre Pelagos Boat Tours, don't miss a visit to Le mura di Lucca, get into the urban bustle at Vernazza, and enjoy breathtaking views from Torre Guinigi.

For ratings, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Cinque Terre sightseeing planner.

Traveling by car from Venice to Cinque Terre takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to London.

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

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Thu): take in the spiritual surroundings of Westminster Abbey, make a trip to Big Ben, then contemplate the long history of Buckingham Palace, and finally admire the masterpieces at National Gallery. On the next day, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Paul's Cathedral, admire the striking features of Tower of London, then take in panoramic vistas at Tower Bridge, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Coca-Cola London Eye.

To find photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the London day trip planner.

Fly from Cinque Terre to London in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference when traveling from Cinque Terre to London is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Cinque Terre in September, expect London to be slightly colder, temps between 22°C and 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Reykjavik.

Reykjavik, the world's most northerly capital, effortlessly combines small-town charm with heaps of big city energy.

Venture out of the city with trips to Blue Lagoon (in Grindavik) and Thingvellir (Thingvellir National Park & Galgaklettur). Spend the 10th (Sun) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's still lots to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Hallgrimskirkja, get a taste of the local shopping with National Museum of Iceland, indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink, and appreciate the history behind Sun Voyager.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Reykjavik trip itinerary planner.

Getting from London to Reykjavik by flight takes about 6 hours. Traveling from London in September, expect Reykjavik to be a bit cooler, temps between 13°C and 7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Bedford.

Go for a jaunt from Bedford to Bletchley to see Bletchley Park about 32 minutes away.

To find maps, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Bedford travel planner.

Traveling by flight from Reykjavik to Bedford takes 6.5 hours. In September, Bedford is somewhat warmer than Reykjavik - with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Sat) early enough to travel to Vancouver.

Known as "Hollywood North," Vancouver boasts one of the largest film/television industries in the world, second only to Los Angeles and New York.

Go for a jaunt from Vancouver to Whistler to see Whistler Blackcomb about 1h 45 min away. There's much more to do: stroll around Stanley Park, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Grouse Mountain, enjoy breathtaking views from Vancouver Lookout, and snap pictures at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park.

To find maps, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Vancouver trip builder site.

Explore your travel options from Bedford to Vancouver with the Route module. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 8 hours traveling from Bedford to Vancouver. In September in Vancouver, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sat) so you can fly back home.