23 days in Western Europe Itinerary

Known as the "judicial capital of the world," The Hague is the center for everything official in the Netherlands: the home of the Dutch government and parliament, the workplace of the King and Queen, and the base of many international affairs such as the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court.

Relax by the water at Het Strand Van Noordwijk Aan Zeedd and Scheveningen Beach. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Escher in Het Paleis (Escher in the Palace) and Frans Hals Museum. You'll find plenty of places to visit near The Hague: Haarlem (Teylers Museum, Grote Markt, &more), Leiden (Rijksmonument Jean Pesijnhofje Leiden, Museum Volkenkunde, &more) and Lisse (Keukenhof & The Flower Bulb Region). There's lots more to do: take an in-depth tour of Panorama Mesdag, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Old Church, examine the collection at Royal Delft - Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles, and explore the world behind art at De Mesdag Collection.

To find photos, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, you can read our The Hague route planner.

Bengaluru, India to The Hague is an approximately 14-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 4.5 hours traveling from Bengaluru to The Hague. Traveling from Bengaluru in April, expect The Hague to be much colder, temps between 15°C and 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Wed) early enough to 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.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Musee Jacquemart-Andre and Musee Rodin. Get some cultural insight at Latin Quarter and Musee National des Arts Asiatiques - Guimet. There's lots more to do: stop by Montmartre, walk around Luxembourg Gardens, shop like a local with Champs-Elysees, and admire the landmark architecture of Sainte-Chapelle.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Paris trip planner.

You can take a train from The Hague to Paris in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. May in Paris sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sat) so you can drive to Versailles.

Renowned for its vast royal palace and gardens built by King Louis XIV, Versailles is also one of the wealthiest suburbs of Paris and home to a new cultural notability, such as a thriving artistic and musical scene.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Sat): pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Saint Louis, admire the striking features of Le Grand Trianon, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise Notre-Dame de Versailles, then get engrossed in the history at Galerie des Carrosses, and finally steep yourself in history at Hotel de Ville.

To find traveler tips, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, read Versailles trip planner.

Traveling by car from Paris to Versailles takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 21°C in May, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sat) so you can drive to Paris.

On the 14th (Sun), explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum, explore the world behind art at Atelier des Lumieres, then don't miss a visit to Ile Saint-Louis, and finally make a trip to Eiffel Tower. Keep things going the next day: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chapelle Notre Dame de la Medaille Miraculeuse, take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin des Tuileries, and then take a stroll through 1st Arrondissement.

To see reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Paris attractions app.

You can drive from Versailles to Paris in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) so you can take a train to Ghent.

Ghent melds the fairy tale-like beauty of Bruges with its stunning Flemish architecture, while at the same time supporting a vibrant cafe and bar scene.

On the 16th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: examine the collection at STAM Ghent City Museum, explore the historical opulence of Gravensteen, then examine the collection at Industriemuseum, and finally take a stroll through Patershol.

To find where to stay, photos, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Ghent trip builder app.

Getting from Paris to Ghent by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: fly; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in May, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) early enough to drive to Bruges.

The medieval town of Bruges centers around a canal, and the architecture of its historical district has made it a World Heritage Site.

On the 18th (Thu), admire the striking features of Belfry of Bruges, admire the masterpieces at Groeningemuseum, then take in the waterfront at Quai du Rosaire / Rozenhoedkaai, then examine the collection at Choco-Story - The Chocolate Museum, and finally make a trip to The Markt.

To see more things to do, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Bruges tour site.

Getting from Ghent to Bruges by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In May, daytime highs in Bruges are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) early enough to go by car 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.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Train World and Serres Royales De Laeken. René Magritte Museum and Memorial Waterloo 1815 will appeal to museum buffs. Change things up with a short trip to Fondation Folon in La Hulpe (about 34 minutes away). There's much more to do: don't miss a visit to Atomium, admire the striking features of Parc du Cinquantenaire, explore the world behind art at Van Buuren Museum, and examine the collection at illusion Brussels.

For photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Brussels day trip planner.

You can drive from Bruges to Brussels in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In May, daytime highs in Brussels are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sun) so you can fly back home.