27 days in Europe Itinerary

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

Explore Athens' surroundings by going to Nafplio (Tiryns, Bourtzi, &more), Corinth (Akrokorinthos & Archea Korinthos) and Archaeological Site Mycenae (in Mycenae). There's lots more to do: explore the ancient world of Acropolis of Athens, explore the world behind art at Benaki Museum, take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum, and appreciate the history behind Temple of Olympian Zeus.

To see maps, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Athens trip itinerary planning tool.

Melbourne, Australia to Athens is an approximately 22.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET), which is usually a -8 hour difference. Plan for much hotter temperatures traveling from Melbourne in July, with highs in Athens at 38°C and lows at 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Lisbon.

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Lisbon: Sintra (Quinta da Regaleira, Sintra National Palace, &more) and Grande Mercado Medieval de Obidos (in Obidos). There's much more to do: meet the residents at Lisbon Oceanarium, make a trip to Elevador de Santa Justa, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, and explore the historical opulence of Castelo de S. Jorge.

To find maps, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, read our Lisbon online sightseeing planner.

Fly from Athens to Lisbon in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Athens to Lisbon is minus 2 hours. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Athens in July; daily highs in Lisbon reach 34°C and lows reach 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) so you can 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.

Change things up with a short trip to Palace of Versailles in Versailles (about 48 minutes away). There's lots more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Louvre Museum, appreciate the history behind Arc de Triomphe, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, and make a trip to Place de la Concorde.

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Traveling by flight from Lisbon to Paris takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Lisbon to Paris due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Lisbon in July, you will find days in Paris are little chillier (30°C), and nights are about the same (18°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Mon) so you can fly to Milan.

In many ways the most modern of Italian cities, Milan is a busy, elegant metropolis with an impressive list of grand palaces, fine churches, and important museums.

Venture out of the city with trips to Verona (Arche Scaligere, Arena di Verona, &more). The adventure continues: pause for some serene contemplation at Duomo di Milano, buy something for everyone on your list at Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, explore the different monuments and memorials at Monumental Cemetery, and engage your brain at Museo Della Scienza E Della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci.

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Traveling by flight from Paris to Milan takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. When traveling from Paris in July, plan for a bit warmer days in Milan, with highs around 34°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 21°C. On the 29th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.