28 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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like The British Museum and National Gallery. Explore London's surroundings by going to Hawkstone Brewery (in Bourton-on-the-Water), The Oxford Artisan Distillery (in Oxford) and Cotswolds Distillery (in Stourton). There's still lots to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Westminster Abbey, enjoy breathtaking views from Coca-Cola London Eye, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Paul's Cathedral, and snap pictures at Tower Bridge.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, use the London trip itinerary planner.

Washington DC, USA to London is an approximately 11-hour flight. Traveling from Washington DC to London, you'll lose 5 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Washington DC in June, with highs in London at 68°F and lows at 52°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Fri) to allow time to take a 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.

Grand Place and Historic Centre of Brugge are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Explore Brussels' surroundings by going to Ghent (Gravensteen & Patershol) and Bruges (Bourgogne des Flandres Brewery, Huisbrouwerij De Halve Maan, &more). And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Atomium, pause for some photo ops at Manneken Pis, admire the masterpieces at Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral (Cathedrale St-Michel et Ste-Gudule).

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Getting from London to Brussels by train takes about 3 hours. Other options: 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. In June in Brussels, expect temperatures between 68°F during the day and 51°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Mons.

Not far from Brussels, Mons is home to a World Heritage Site, the former home of Van Gogh, and Roman ruins.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Tyne Cot Cemetery and Francois Duesberg Museum. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Mons: Brouwerij Omer Vander Ghinste (in Bellegem), Saun'art (in Pecq) and Saint Luke Painting the Virgin (in Tournai). There's much more to do: stroll the grounds of St Symphorien Military Cemetery, get engrossed in the history at Doudou's Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Eglise Saint-Nicolas-en-Havre, and admire the striking features of Grand-Hornu.

To find where to stay, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, use the Mons day trip planner.

Drive from Brussels to Mons in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. June in Mons sees daily highs of 70°F and lows of 52°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) to allow time to drive 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.

Get a sense of the local culture at Eiffel Tower and Musee d'Orsay. Venture out of the city with trips to Fondation Claude Monet (in Giverny) and Rouen (Rue du Gros-Horloge & Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen). There's still lots to do: explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, stroll around Luxembourg Gardens, and take a stroll through Montmartre.

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You can drive from Mons to Paris in 3 hours. In June in Paris, expect temperatures between 74°F during the day and 55°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) early enough to take a train to Geneva.

Geneva brings the world to one small city with a huge expat population and the highest number of international organizations in any one city.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Wed): get great views at Cathedrale de Saint-Pierre and then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Geneva. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin Anglais, admire the local landmark of The Geneva Water Fountain, stroll through Bains des Paquis, then ponder the world of politics at Palais des Nations, Genève, and finally test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

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Getting from Paris to Geneva by train takes about 4 hours. Other options: fly; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 76°F in June, and nighttime lows around 56°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Aosta.

In the Aosta Valley bordering Switzerland and France, the medieval city of Aosta is famous for its prime skiing conditions and rich cultural history.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Fri): let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour, step into the grandiose world of Castello Sarriod de La Tour, explore the historical opulence of Castello di Fenis, then delve into the distant past at Teatro Romano, and finally visit Piazza Emile Chanoux.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, read Aosta attractions planner.

Traveling by car from Geneva to Aosta takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough to go by car to Turin.

A city of technology and industry, Turin is in northwestern Italy, a one-hour drive from the French border and slightly more than that from the Mediterranean Sea.

On the 24th (Sat), pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica di Superga, then examine the collection at Museo Nazionale del Cinema, then indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and finally make a trip to Piazza Castello. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the masterpieces at Museo Egizio, see the interesting displays at Museo Nazionale dell'Automobile, then admire the natural beauty at Parco del Valentino, and finally shop like a local with Via Roma.

To see traveler tips, photos, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Turin day trip planning website.

Drive from Aosta to Turin in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In June in Turin, expect temperatures between 73°F during the day and 60°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sun) so you can drive to Genoa.

Once the most important harbor in the Mediterranean Sea, Genoa has a long history as a rich and powerful trade center in northern Italy.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Mon): kick back and relax at Baia del Silenzio, then get to know the fascinating history of Passeggiata Anita Garibaldi a Nervi, and then take a stroll through Boccadasse. Here are some ideas for day two: examine the collection at Galata Museo del Mare, appreciate the extensive heritage of Via Giuseppe Garibaldi, admire the masterpieces at Palazzo Ducale, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Cattedrale di San Lorenzo - Duomo di Genova, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Spianata Castelletto.

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Drive from Turin to Genoa in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Turin in June, Genoa is a bit warmer at night with lows of 66°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Wed) so you can drive to Nice.

Well-known for the beautiful views of its famous Promenade des Anglais waterfront, Nice is an ethnically-diverse coastal port city on the French Riviera and the fifth most populated city in France.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Wed): wander the streets of Old Town, then take some stellar pictures from Colline du Chateau overlook, and then contemplate the long history of Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 29th (Thu): examine the collection at Musée Marc Chagall, then enjoy the sand and surf at Castel Plage, and then make a trip to Promenade des Anglais.

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Traveling by car from Genoa to Nice takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In June, daily temperatures in Nice can reach 76°F, while at night they dip to 66°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Thu) early enough to fly to Paris.

Kick off your visit on the 30th (Fri): wander the streets of Île de la Cité, explore the different monuments and memorials at The Paris Catacombs, then examine the collection at Musee Rodin, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Centre National d'Art et de Culture George Pompidou. On the 1st (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: visit Le Marais, then take in the local highlights with Walking tours, and then explore the activities along Seine River.

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Traveling by flight from Nice to Paris takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Nice in June, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Paris, with lows of 55°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) so you can catch the flight back home.