20 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.

Explore Paris' surroundings by going to Fondation Claude Monet (in Giverny) and Palace of Versailles (in Versailles). The adventure continues: steep yourself in history at Eiffel Tower, admire the striking features of Sainte-Chapelle, appreciate the history behind Arc de Triomphe, and wander the streets of Le Marais.

For other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, read our Paris road trip tool.

Manila, Philippines to Paris is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Philippine Standard Time (PST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a -7 hour difference. Expect much colder temperatures when traveling from Manila in May; daily highs in Paris reach 20°C and lows reach 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Mon) early enough to catch the train to Amsterdam.

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

On the 23rd (Tue), explore the world behind art at Rijksmuseum, then see the interesting displays at Anne Frank House, and then explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum.

For where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Amsterdam holiday maker site.

Traveling by train from Paris to Amsterdam takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In May, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) early enough to fly to Prague.

Prague lures millions of tourists each year with its World Heritage-listed medieval city center--a labyrinth of narrow lanes, bridges, cathedrals, and palaces overlooked by a thousand-year-old castle.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Wed): pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Our Lady before Tyn, get to know the fascinating history of Staromestske namesti, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Spanish Synagogue, take some stellar pictures from Prague Astronomical Clock, then take in the views from Charles Bridge, and finally take a stroll through Lesser Town. On your second day here, admire the landmark architecture of St. Vitus Cathedral and then step into the grandiose world of Prague Castle.

For reviews, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Prague trip builder.

Traveling by flight from Amsterdam to Prague takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In May in Prague, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 10°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Thu) 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.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Fri): don't miss a visit to Heldenplatz, admire the masterpieces at Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, then admire the masterpieces at Belvedere Palace, and finally make a trip to St. Stephen's Cathedral. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 27th (Sat): get to know the resident critters at Schönbrunn Zoo, then browse the eclectic array of goods at Vienna Naschmarkt, then examine the collection at Hofburg, and finally snap pictures at Josef-von-Schemerl-Brucke.

For photos, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, read Vienna vacation planner.

Traveling by flight from Prague to Vienna takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. In May, daytime highs in Vienna are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sat) so you can catch the flight 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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Milan: Basilica di San Giacomo (in Bellagio) and Tremezzina (Villa Carlotta & Villa del Balbianello). And it doesn't end there: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Duomo di Milano, contemplate the long history of Il Cenacolo, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo, and admire the landmark architecture of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.

For photos, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Milan trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Vienna to Milan takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Vienna in May, expect nights in Milan to be about the same, around 15°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Rome.

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.

On the 31st (Wed), don't miss a visit to Trevi Fountain, explore the ancient world of Pantheon, then contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, then explore the ancient world of Colosseum, and finally delve into the distant past at Palatine Hill.

For traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Rome online trip itinerary builder.

You can fly from Milan to Rome in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in May, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Barcelona.

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

On the 1st (Thu), get a taste of the local shopping with La Boqueria, stroll around Parc Guell, then admire the striking features of Casa Mila - La Pedrera, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Barcelona Cathedral. Here are some ideas for day two: take a stroll through Las Ramblas, then admire the landmark architecture of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, then admire the striking features of Casa Batllo, and finally wander the streets of Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic).

To find other places to visit, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Barcelona trip planner.

Getting from Rome to Barcelona by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Rome in June, you will find days in Barcelona are a bit cooler (30°C), and nights are about the same (22°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) to allow time to fly to Paris.

Enjoy Paris some more: explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay, take a stroll through Montmartre, contemplate the long history of The Paris Catacombs, and shop like a local with Champs-Elysees.

To see where to stay, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Paris online driving holiday planner.

You can fly from Barcelona to Paris in 5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. In June, Paris is little chillier than Barcelona - with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Mon) so you can fly back home.