36 days in Europe Itinerary

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.

Visit Eiffel Tower and Champs-Elysees for their historical value. Shop till you drop at Le Marais and Shakespeare and Company Bookstore. There's lots more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Saint Germain des Pres Quarter, admire the landmark architecture of Louvre Museum, admire the masterpieces at Musee du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chapelle Notre Dame de la Medaille Miraculeuse.

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Curitiba, Brazil to Paris is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Curitiba to Paris is 4 hours. Prepare for colder weather when traveling from Curitiba in January: high temperatures in Paris hover around 8°C and lows are around 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Frankfurt.

A global center of finance and transportation, Frankfurt is perhaps best known for its futuristic cityscape.

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Thu): take in the exciting artwork at Leinwandhaus, contemplate the long history of Cathedral of St. Bartholomew (Dom St. Bartholomaus), take in the views from Iron Bridge, admire the masterpieces at Stadel Museum, then take in the exciting artwork at Karmeliterkloster, and finally get great views at Main Tower. On your second day here, get a new perspective on nature at Senckenberg Natural History Museum (Naturmuseum Senckenberg), buy something for everyone on your list at Main-Taunus Zentrum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mainz Cathedral, take in the exciting artwork at Trick Art Hero - 3D Museum, then browse the different shops at Zeilgalerie, and finally browse the eclectic array of goods at Kleinmarkthalle.

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Fly from Paris to Frankfurt in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In January, plan for daily highs up to 5°C, and evening lows to 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) so you can fly to Munich.

Often described as the city of laptops and lederhosen, Munich is an international center of business, engineering, research, and medicine that still maintains a rich cultural heritage and age-old traditions.

Get a sense of the local culture at Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site and BMW Museum. Explore hidden gems such as Partnachklamm and Andechs Monastery. Explore Munich's surroundings by going to Altstadt von Fuessen (in Fussen), Schwangau (Schloss Neuschwanstein & St.Maria und Florian) and Schloss Hohenschwangau (in Hohenschwangau). The adventure continues: step into the grandiose world of Schloss Linderhof, see the interesting displays at Dokumentationszentrum Reichsparteitagsgelände, steep yourself in history at Nuremberg Palace of Justice, and take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Peter's Church.

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Fly from Frankfurt to Munich in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Frankfurt in January, Munich is slightly colder at night with lows of -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Berlin.

The country's capital and largest city, Berlin is a diverse urban center boasting a lively nightlife and countless things to do.

Popular historic sites such as Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen and Berlin-Hohenschonhausen Memorial are in your itinerary. Gemaldegalerie and German Museum of Technology are good opportunities to explore the local culture. And it doesn't end there: browse the different shops at Mall of Berlin, make a trip to Brandenburg Gate, wander the streets of Mitte, and explore the world behind art at Neues Museum.

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You can fly from Munich to Berlin in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Fri) so you can fly to Copenhagen.

Founded in the 10th century as a Viking fishing village, Copenhagen has morphed into the cultural, political, and economic powerhouse of the country.

You'll get in some beach time at Tisvildeleje Strand and Ishoj strandpark. Discover out-of-the-way places like Frederiksborg Castle and Rosenborg Castle. Venture out of the city with trips to Louisiana Museum of Modern Art (in Humlebaek), Hvalsoe (Bidstrup Skovene & Tadre Molle) and Kronborg (in Helsingoer). There's much more to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Nyhavn, browse the exhibits of National Museum of Denmark, browse the eclectic array of goods at Torvehallerne, and get a sense of history and politics at Christiansborg Slot.

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Getting from Berlin to Copenhagen by flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In January in Copenhagen, expect temperatures between 3°C during the day and 0°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Tue) so you can drive to Malmo.

A conglomeration of over a hundred different nationalities, cosmopolitan Malmo sits on the southern tip of Sweden as part of the most densely populated area in Scandinavia.

On the 24th (Wed), steep yourself in history at Apoteket Lejonet, stop by Lotta Jewellery, then take a memorable drive along Strandstraket, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Lund Cathedral, and finally examine the collection at Skissernas Museum – Museum of Artistic Process and Public Art.

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Getting from Copenhagen to Malmo by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In January, daily temperatures in Malmo can reach 3°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Wed) so you can fly to Stockholm.

One of Europe's most culturally diverse cities, Stockholm extends over 14 islands, united by a series of tunnels and bridges.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Logastrand and The Green Trails. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Historiska Museet and Royal Palace. Explore Stockholm's surroundings by going to Vasteras (Vasteras Cathedral & Framnasbadet). There's still lots to do: get engrossed in the history at Vasa Museum, contemplate the waterfront views at Stockholm Canals, see the interesting displays at Fotografiska Stockholm, and hunt for treasures at Ostermalm Saluhall.

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Traveling by flight from Malmo to Stockholm takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In January, Stockholm is slightly colder than Malmo - with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Oslo.

Norway's capital city, Oslo boasts a thousand years of history and a diverse mix of architecture that blends old, new, and ultra-modern.

Explore hidden gems such as Fram Museum and Astrup Fearnley Museet. Do some cultural sightseeing at Oslomarka and Kon-Tiki Museum. Venture out of the city with trips to Gressvik (Foten Badeplass & Maerrapanna Bathing and Recreational Area) and Larkollen Beach (in Larkollen). There's still lots to do: stroll through Ingierstrand Beach, admire the striking features of Rådhuset, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and walk around Frogner Park.

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You can fly from Stockholm to Oslo in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Traveling from Stockholm in January, you will find days in Oslo are somewhat warmer (6°C), and nights are a bit cooler (-9°C). Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Bergen.

A city famed for its underground music scene, Bergen also serves as the gateway to the fjords of Norway's western coastline.

On the 31st (Wed), tour the pleasant surroundings at Helleneset, stop by Jewelry Designer Sigfrid Sannes, then get to know the fascinating history of Bryggen, then hunt for treasures at Fish Market, and finally shop like a local with Kunsthall 3.14.

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You can fly from Oslo to Bergen in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Traveling from Oslo in January, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Bergen, with lows of -1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 31st (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Amsterdam.

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.

Anne Frank House and De 9 Straatjes are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Your inner history buff will appreciate Canals area and De Duif. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Amsterdam: Strand van Wijk aan Zee (in Wijk aan Zee), het strand van Bergen aan Zee (in Bergen aan Zee) and Strand Egmond aan Zee (in Egmond aan Zee). Next up on the itinerary: explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, kick back and relax at Blijburg (Happy Village), stroll through Strand Muiderberg, and see the interesting displays at Micropia.

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Getting from Bergen to Amsterdam by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of ferry, bus, and train. January in Amsterdam sees daily highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) 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.

Step off the beaten path and head to Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert and Ghent City Center. Relax by the water at Plage d'Amante and Naaaktstrand Bredene. Get out of town with these interesting Brussels side-trips: Antwerp (Antwerpen-Centraal, Sunset Beach, &more), Ghent (St Michael's Bridge, Gravensteen, &more) and De Haan (Beach De Haan, Baja Beach & Bar, &more). And it doesn't end there: don't miss a visit to Grand Place, get outside with The Dunes of Bredene, examine the collection at Autoworld, 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 Amsterdam to Brussels by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or fly. In February in Brussels, expect temperatures between 5°C during the day and 0°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Fri) so you can catch the train to Paris.

Start off your visit on the 10th (Sat): pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, admire the masterpieces at Musee Jacquemart-Andre, examine the collection at Musee Nissim de Camondo, pause for some photo ops at Arc de Triomphe, then explore the world behind art at Musee Marmottan Monet, and finally don't miss a visit to Le Trocadero et son esplanade.

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Traveling by train from Brussels to Paris takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. You will leave for home on the 11th (Sun).