44 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.

Take a break from London with a short trip to Coda Falconry in Hounslow, about 38 minutes away. The adventure continues: take in panoramic vistas at Coca-Cola London Eye, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Paul's Cathedral, walk around Hyde Park, and get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum.

To find maps, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, read London route planner.

Reykjavik, Iceland to London is an approximately 6-hour flight. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Reykjavik in June; daily highs in London reach 23°C and lows reach 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Tue) early enough to catch the 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.

Venture out of the city with trips to Rouen (Musee des Beaux-Arts de Rouen, Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, &more), Versailles (Palace of Versailles, The Trianons & The Hamlet, &more) and Disneyland Paris (in Marne-la-Vallee). The adventure continues: admire the landmark architecture of Louvre Museum, make a trip to Eiffel Tower, take a stroll through Le Marais, and take in nature's colorful creations at Luxembourg Gardens.

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

Traveling by train from London to Paris takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time to Central European Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from London in July: highs in Paris hover around 30°C, while lows dip to 18°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Fri) so you can catch the train 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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Brussels: Bruges (Choco-Story - The Chocolate Museum, Historic Centre of Brugge, &more). Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Grand Place, see the interesting displays at Belgian Comic Strip Center, browse the exhibits of Atomium, and admire the striking features of St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral (Cathedrale St-Michel et Ste-Gudule).

To see ratings, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Brussels trip itinerary planner.

Take a train from Paris to Brussels in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Traveling from Paris in July, expect nights in Brussels to be about the same, around 15°C, while days are slightly colder, around 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Wed) so you can catch the flight 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.

Vienna is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the historical opulence of Schonbrunn Palace, explore the world behind art at Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, see the interesting displays at Third Man Museum, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Capuchin Church (Kapuzinerkirche).

To find where to stay, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Vienna route planning tool.

Traveling by flight from Brussels to Vienna takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. When traveling from Brussels in July, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Vienna: temperatures range from 32°C by day to 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Sun) early enough to drive to Bratislava.

Slovakia's capital, Bratislava, attracts visitors for its natural beauty and rich culture, offering a plethora of landscapes, outdoor activities, historical monuments, and a stately old town.

Start off your visit on the 31st (Sun): explore the historical opulence of Bratislava Castle, then get engrossed in the history at Devin Castle, and then admire the masterpieces at Nedbalka Gallery. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: make a trip to Slavin War Memorial, take in the views from New Bridge (Novy Most), take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Martin's Cathedral (Dom svateho Martina), take a stroll through Bratislava Old Town, then get great views at UFO Observation Deck, and finally pause for some photo ops at Cumil.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, read Bratislava trip builder site.

Traveling by car from Vienna to Bratislava takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In July, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 19°C. You will have some time to spend on the 2nd (Tue) before leaving for 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.

Budapest is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and spas. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get a sense of history and politics at Hungarian Parliament Building, make a trip to Fisherman's Bastion, boost your wellbeing at a local thermal spa, and steep yourself in history at Liberty Statue.

To find other places to visit, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, use the Budapest trip planner.

Drive from Bratislava to Budapest in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In August, daytime highs in Budapest are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 18°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Edinburgh.

World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.

Edinburgh is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: step into the grandiose world of Edinburgh Castle, make a trip to The Royal Mile, take in panoramic vistas at Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, and contemplate the long history of The Real Mary King's Close.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, use the Edinburgh planning app.

Traveling by flight from Budapest to Edinburgh takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of car and train. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Budapest to Edinburgh due to the time zone difference. In August, Edinburgh is little chillier than Budapest - with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight back home.