18 days in Europe Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Europe trip itinerary planner
Start: Columbus, United States
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London, United Kingdom
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Paris, France
— 3 nights
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Cinque Terre, Italy
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Florence, Italy
— 2 nights
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Rome, Italy
— 3 nights
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Naples, Italy
— 1 night
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Amalfi, Italy
— 3 nights
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Venice, Italy
— 2 nights
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End: Columbus, United States
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London, United Kingdom — 2 nights
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The Square Mile
Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.Start off your visit on the 11th (Thu): take in panoramic vistas at Tower Bridge, grab your bike and head to BrakeAway Bike Tours, then don't miss a visit to Coca-Cola London Eye, then don't miss a visit to Big Ben, and finally make a trip to Trafalgar Square. On your second day here, admire the landmark architecture of Tower of London, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Paul's Cathedral, then admire the landmark architecture of Westminster Abbey, and finally take a stroll through Westminster.
To see where to stay, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, read our London road trip website.
Columbus, USA to London is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Columbus to London is 5 hours. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Columbus in May: high temperatures in London hover around 62°F and lows are around 46°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) so you can catch the train to Paris.
Paris, France — 3 nights
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City of Light
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'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Place des Vosges and Musee Marmottan Monet. And it doesn't end there: make a trip to Eiffel Tower, head off the coast to Ile Saint-Louis, get to know the fascinating history of Île de la Cité, and learn about all things military at The Army Museum.
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Traveling by train from London to Paris takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Paris. May in Paris sees daily highs of 64°F and lows of 49°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Cinque Terre.
Cinque Terre, Italy — 1 night
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Italian Riviera
Made up of five picturesque towns on the Ligurian coast, Cinque Terre is Italy's answer to the French Riviera.Start off your visit on the 16th (Tue): get to know the fascinating history of Borgo Antico, don't miss a visit to Oratorio della Confraternita dei Neri Mortis et Orationis, then pause for some serene contemplation at Convento dei Cappuccini e Chiesa di San Francesco, then appreciate the history behind Monumento a San Francesco d'Assisi, and finally trek along Footpath Monterosso - Vernazza.
To find more things to do, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Cinque Terre trip planner.
Getting from Paris to Cinque Terre by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. When traveling from Paris in May, plan for somewhat warmer days in Cinque Terre, with highs around 71°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 52°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Tue) so you can drive to Florence.
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Florence, Italy — 2 nights
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Birthplace of the Italian Renaissance
Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.Kick off your visit on the 17th (Wed): admire the masterpieces at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, get great views at Basilica San Miniato al Monte, make a trip to Piazzale Michelangelo, snap pictures at Ponte Vecchio, then pause for some photo ops at Perseus Statue, and finally pause for some photo ops at Loggia dei Lanzi. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take an in-depth tour of Corridoio Vasariano, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Baptistery of St. John, then admire the landmark architecture of Basilica of Santa Maria Novella, and finally explore the world behind art at Palazzo Strozzi.
To find more things to do, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Florence trip planner.
Drive from Cinque Terre to Florence in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In May in Florence, expect temperatures between 71°F during the day and 52°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) so you can catch the train to Rome.
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Rome, Italy — 3 nights
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Eternal City
Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.Discover out-of-the-way places like Basilica Papale San Paolo fuori le Mura and La Pieta. There's still lots to do: admire the landmark architecture of Pantheon, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Campidoglio, contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, and delve into the distant past at Colosseum.
For where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Rome trip builder site.
You can take a train from Florence to Rome in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Traveling from Florence in May, plan for a bit warmer nights in Rome, with lows around 58°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) to allow time to take a train to Naples.
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Naples, Italy — 1 night
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Naples is the capital of the Italian region Campania and the third-largest municipality in Italy after Rome and Milan. On the 22nd (Mon), take an in-depth tour of Museo delle Torture, see the interesting displays at Chiesa Museo di Santa Luciella ai Librai, see the interesting displays at MUSA - Museo Universitario delle Scienze e delle Arti, get to know the fascinating history of Naples Centro Storico, then admire the landmark architecture of Palazzo Reale, and finally explore the world behind art at Sant'Anna dei Lombardi (Monteoliveto).
To find photos, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Naples trip itinerary app.
Getting from Rome to Naples by train takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or fly. In May, daytime highs in Naples are 74°F, while nighttime lows are 58°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can drive to Amalfi.
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To find photos, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Naples trip itinerary app.
Getting from Rome to Naples by train takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or fly. In May, daytime highs in Naples are 74°F, while nighttime lows are 58°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can drive to Amalfi.
Amalfi, Italy — 3 nights
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Painted Town
Known for its impressive hillside cascade of colorful stone buildings down to the Mediterranean shore, Amalfi is the cultural and commercial heart of southern Italy's Amalfi Coast.Discover out-of-the-way places like Il Sentiero Degli Dei and Duomo di Sant'Andrea. Change things up with a short trip to Food Tours in Positano (about 42 minutes away). Next up on the itinerary: steep yourself in history at Villa Cimbrone Gardens, take a memorable drive along Amalfi Coast, shop like a local with Ceramiche Cosmolena di Margherita di Palma, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Cloister del Paradiso.
To see photos, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Amalfi tour itinerary planner.
Drive from Naples to Amalfi in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Naples in May, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Amalfi, with lows of 65°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) early enough to fly to Venice.
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Venice, Italy — 2 nights
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City of Romance
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.Start off your visit on the 26th (Fri): explore the activities along Canal Grande, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, then take a stroll through Cannaregio, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Scuola Grande di San Rocco, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Centro Storico di Venezia. Keep things going the next day: examine the collection at Doge's Palace and then admire the landmark architecture of Basilica di San Marco.
To see traveler tips, photos, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Venice attractions planning tool.
Traveling by flight from Amalfi to Venice takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or drive. Traveling from Amalfi in May, plan for a bit cooler nights in Venice, with lows around 55°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sat) to allow time to fly back home.
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Tuscany travel guide
Birthplace of the Italian Renaissance
Known for its landscapes, traditions, and history, Tuscany possesses an unparalleled artistic legacy that continues to influence world culture. Regarded as the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, the region boasts a lengthy list of attractions, including world-class museums, art galleries, and archeological sites. With a distinct culture and a very strong linguistic identity, this region is sometimes referred to as a nation within a nation. A land of picture-postcard areas, Tuscany contains plenty of places to visit on your holiday, with seven World Heritage Sites, including the historic town centers of Florence and Siena. With more than 120 protected nature preserves, Tuscany is not only a land of culture and historic monuments, but also a great place to discover and enjoy the Italian outdoors. Take it slowly here (as the locals do), and give yourself plenty of time to get to know the local culture and cuisine of Tuscany's medieval towns and ancient villages.
Amalfi Coast travel guide
Renowned for its beautiful landscape and medieval fishing villages that cling precariously to the Mediterranean cliffs, the Amalfi Coast is one of Italy's top vacation destinations. This World Heritage Site stretches for about 50 km (30 mi) on the southern side of the Sorrentine peninsula and offers numerous places to visit, from terraced lemon gardens and whitewashed villas to cliff-top views of the sea. Explore the coastline's towns, bays, and resorts. During the peak tourist season, the Amalfi Coast's single seaside road is often jammed with dozens of buses. For that reason, the ubiquitous scooter may be the best way to get around and sightsee. You can also access quite a bit by bicycle.
