26 days in Europe Itinerary

The financial hub of Switzerland, Zurich is most often associated with money and banks.

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Nashville, USA to Zurich is an approximately 14-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 7 hours traveling from Nashville to Zurich. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Nashville in May; daily highs in Zurich reach 65°F and lows reach 47°F. On the 20th (Sat), you're off to Lucerne.

In north-central Switzerland, Lucerne represents a small city boasting a well-preserved old town.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Altstadt Luzern. On the 20th (Sat), admire the striking features of Lucerne Station, then wander the streets of Altstadt Luzern, and then appreciate the history behind Lion Monument.

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Drive from Zurich to Lucerne in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train. In May, daytime highs in Lucerne are 65°F, while nighttime lows are 48°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can go by car to Verona.

The famous setting for Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet, Verona is one of northern Italy's main tourist destinations, largely owing to its incredibly rich artistic heritage.

You've now added Casa di Giulietta to your itinerary. On the 22nd (Mon), see the interesting displays at Casa di Giulietta.

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You can drive from Lucerne to Verona in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of flight and train. Traveling from Lucerne in May, you will find days in Verona are a bit warmer (74°F), and nights are about the same (53°F). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Tue) early enough to drive to Venice.

Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.

You've now added Doge's Palace to your itinerary. On the 23rd (Tue), admire the landmark architecture of Doge's Palace, snap pictures at Ponte di Rialto, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Canal Grande.

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You can drive from Verona to Venice in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a shuttle; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 72°F in May, and nighttime lows around 55°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Alberobello.

Alberobello is a small town and comune of the Metropolitan City of Bari, Apulia, southern Italy. Your day by day itinerary now includes Centro Storico di Polignano a Mare as well as Gift Idea. Start off your visit on the 24th (Wed): Head underground at Grotte di Castellana and then don't miss a visit to Centro Storico di Polignano a Mare.

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Getting from Venice to Alberobello by flight takes about 6 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 71°F in May, and nighttime lows around 52°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 25th (Thu) to allow time for travel to Sant'Andrea.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Thu): head outdoors with I Caraibi del Salento.

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Drive from Alberobello to Sant'Andrea in 2 hours. In May, daytime highs in Sant'Andrea are 76°F, while nighttime lows are 55°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 26th (Fri) to allow time for travel to Tropea.

Tropea is a municipality located within the province of Vibo Valentia, in Calabria (southern Italy).The town is a famous bathing place, situated on a reef, in the gulf of St. On the 27th (Sat), kick back and relax at Capo Vaticano, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Tropea Beach, and then look for gifts at Gourmetit.

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Drive from Sant'Andrea to Tropea in 5.5 hours. In May, daily temperatures in Tropea can reach 72°F, while at night they dip to 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 27th (Sat) to allow time for the car ride to Sorrento.

A lovely town easily accessible from almost anywhere in the country, Sorrento overlooks the Bay of Naples and sits right on the Amalfi Drive.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Spiaggia Grande as well as Fornillo.

To see maps, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Sorrento trip itinerary planner.

You can drive from Tropea to Sorrento in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In May in Sorrento, expect temperatures between 74°F during the day and 60°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 31st (Wed) so you can catch the train to Rome.

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

Your day by day itinerary now includes Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant'Angelo, Colle del Gianicolo and Pantheon. On the 31st (Wed), explore the galleries of Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant'Angelo and then explore the ancient world of Pantheon. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the dramatic natural features at Colle del Gianicolo, make a trip to Spanish Steps, and then admire the local landmark of Trevi Fountain.

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Traveling by train from Sorrento to Rome takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 75°F, and evening lows to 58°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Fri) early enough to travel to Pisa.

Known worldwide for the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the city of Pisa historically served as a maritime power in the heart of Tuscany.

On the 2nd (Fri), take in panoramic vistas at Leaning Tower of Pisa, then stroll the grounds of Camposanto, then make a trip to Piazza dei Miracoli, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Duomo di Pisa.

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Fly from Rome to Pisa in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Rome in June, Pisa is slightly colder at night with lows of 60°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Fri) early enough to drive to Porto Venere.

Porto Venere is a town and comune (municipality) located on the Ligurian coast of Italy in the province of La Spezia. Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Sat): Head underground at Grotta di Byron, then identify plant and animal life at Isola Palmaria, and then make a trip to Palazzata a Mare.

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Traveling by car from Pisa to Porto Venere takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Porto Venere can reach 81°F, while at night they dip to 60°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) early enough to go by car to Cinque Terre.

Made up of five picturesque towns on the Ligurian coast, Cinque Terre is Italy's answer to the French Riviera.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Borgo Storico di Riomaggiore as well as Chiesa di San Lorenzo. Here are some ideas for day two: hike along Footpath Monterosso - Vernazza, get into the urban bustle at Vernazza, and then take some stellar pictures from View Point Corniglia.

To see ratings, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Cinque Terre tour website.

You can drive from Porto Venere to Cinque Terre in 1.5 hours. Another option is to ride a ferry. In June in Cinque Terre, expect temperatures between 81°F during the day and 60°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 5th (Mon) to allow enough time to 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.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Promenade des Anglais. On the 6th (Tue), don't miss a visit to Promenade des Anglais, get great views at Colline du Chateau overlook, and then wander the streets of Vieille Ville.

For traveler tips, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Nice tour itinerary builder.

Traveling by car from Cinque Terre to Nice takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. While traveling from Cinque Terre, expect slightly colder days and somewhat warmer nights in Nice, ranging from highs of 76°F to lows of 66°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) to allow time to travel 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.

You've added The Paris Catacombs, Luxembourg Gardens, Conciergerie, and other attractions to your itinerary. Bring the kids along to Eiffel Tower and Île de la Cité. The adventure continues: pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre and contemplate the long history of Arc de Triomphe.

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You can fly from Nice to Paris in 4 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Expect a bit cooler evenings in Paris when traveling from Nice in June, with lows around 55°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Fri) to allow time to take a train to London.

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 list of things to see and do now includes Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, Harrods, Piccadilly Circus, and other attractions. Kids will enjoy Tower Bridge and Houses of Parliament. There's more to do: steep yourself in history at Buckingham Palace.

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You can take a train from Paris to London in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and train. Traveling from Paris to London, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Paris in June, expect nights in London to be about the same, around 52°F, while days are a bit cooler, around 68°F. You will leave for home on the 13th (Tue).