11 days in Europe Itinerary

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

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Cairo, Egypt to Rome is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Cairo to Rome. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Cairo in June, with highs in Rome at 34°C and lows at 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) so you can take a train to Florence.

Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Thu): see the interesting displays at Academy Of Florence Art Gallery, see the interesting displays at Pitti Palace, make a trip to Piazzale Michelangelo, then take in the views from Ponte Vecchio, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.

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You can take a train from Rome to Florence in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or fly. Traveling from Rome in July, Florence is little chillier at night with lows of 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) to allow time to travel 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 3rd (Fri), admire the landmark architecture of Casa Batllo, then pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, then stroll around Parc Guell, and finally browse the fresh offerings at La Boqueria.

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Fly from Florence to Barcelona in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or drive. Traveling from Florence in July, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 25°C in Barcelona. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) so you can catch the train to Madrid.

Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Sat): walk around Parque del Retiro, then admire the landmark architecture of Plaza Mayor, and then examine the collection at Prado National Museum.

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Traveling by train from Barcelona to Madrid takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Barcelona in July: highs in Madrid hover around 40°C, while lows dip to 23°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to travel to Lisbon.

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

On the 5th (Sun), steep yourself in history at Castelo de S. Jorge, then don't miss a visit to Belém Tower, and then observe the fascinating underwater world at Lisbon Oceanarium.

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You can fly from Madrid to Lisbon in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone changes from Central European Time (CET) to Western European Time (WET), which is usually a -1 hour difference. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Madrid in July: high temperatures in Lisbon hover around 34°C and lows are around 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) to allow enough 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.

On the 6th (Mon), head off the coast to Île de la Cité, then don't miss a visit to Eiffel Tower, then admire the striking features of Arc de Triomphe, and finally admire the masterpieces at Louvre Museum.

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You can fly from Lisbon to Paris in 5.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight and train; or drive. The time zone changes from Western European Time (WET) to Central European Time (CET), which is usually a 1 hour difference. When traveling from Lisbon in July, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Paris: temperatures range from 30°C by day to 18°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Riga.

Often referred to as "The Paris of the North," Riga offers thriving nightlife and some of the best collections of Art Nouveau architecture in Europe.

On the 7th (Tue), appreciate the history behind Freedom Monument, then examine the collection at Latvian Ethnographic Open Air Museum, and then take a stroll through Old City Riga (Vecriga).

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Traveling by flight from Paris to Riga takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone difference moving from Central European Time to Eastern European Time is 1 hour. Traveling from Paris in July, you will find days in Riga are a bit cooler (26°C), and nights are about the same (17°C). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) so you can travel 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.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Wed): step into the grandiose world of Rosenborg Castle and then find something for the whole family at Tivoli Gardens.

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Getting from Riga to Copenhagen by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. Traveling from Riga to Copenhagen, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In July, daily temperatures in Copenhagen can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Krakow.

One of Poland's oldest cities, Krakow sits at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains, its historical town center nestled on the left bank of the Vistula River.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Thu): appreciate the extensive heritage of Wawel Royal Castle, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Wawel Cathedral, then pause for some serene contemplation at St. Mary's Basilica, and finally get your game on at Bubble Football by Bumper Ball Experiences.

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Getting from Copenhagen to Krakow by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and bus; or drive. When traveling from Copenhagen in July, plan for a bit warmer days in Krakow, with highs around 30°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Budapest.

You might consider the city of Budapest, divided by the Danube River into two distinctive cities--Buda and Pest--to be essentially one large World Heritage Site.

On the 10th (Fri), steep yourself in history at Halaszbastya, then steep yourself in history at Matthias Church, then ponder the world of politics at Hungarian Parliament Building, and finally contemplate the long history of Hősök tere.

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You can fly from Krakow to Budapest in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 33°C in July, and nighttime lows around 18°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Fri) so you can travel back home.