10 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.

On the 11th (Sun), walk around Luxembourg Gardens, then admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Orsay, and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre. Here are some ideas for day two: steep yourself in history at Eiffel Tower, admire the landmark architecture of Arc de Triomphe, and then browse the exhibits of Louvre Museum.

To see reviews and tourist information, go to the Paris tour planner.

Los Angeles, USA to Paris is an approximately 14-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Los Angeles to Paris is 9 hours. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Los Angeles in September, with highs in Paris at 70°F and lows at 53°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Mon) early enough to take a train to Reims.

Reims is home to Champagne--the most celebrated and celebratory wine in the world.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Tue): learn about winemaking at Budding, then look for gifts at Cave des Sacres, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Reims, and finally see the interesting displays at Hotel Le Vergeur Museum.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Reims day trip planning app.

You can take a train from Paris to Reims in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Paris in September, Reims is a bit cooler at night with lows of 48°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) early enough to travel 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.

On the 14th (Wed), enjoy breathtaking views from Petrin Tower, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Vitus Cathedral, then get great views at Prague Astronomical Clock, then take in the views from Charles Bridge, and finally make a trip to Staromestske namesti.

To find ratings, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Prague trip maker site.

Fly from Reims to Prague in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Reims in September, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in Prague: temperatures range from 66°F by day to 51°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) early enough to travel 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 15th (Thu), make a trip to Spanish Steps, make a trip to Trevi Fountain, delve into the distant past at Pantheon, then contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, and finally don't miss a visit to Roman Forum. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the world behind art at Galleria Borghese, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Navona, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of St. Louis of the French, and finally explore the ancient world of Colosseum.

To see reviews, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Rome online tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Prague to Rome takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In September, Rome is somewhat warmer than Prague - with highs of 81°F and lows of 60°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) to allow enough time 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 17th (Sat), step into the grandiose world of Castelo de S. Jorge, make a trip to Elevador de Santa Justa, then don't miss a visit to Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco), then make a trip to Belém Tower, and finally contemplate the long history of Mosteiro dos Jeronimos.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Lisbon tour itinerary site.

You can fly from Rome to Lisbon in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Rome to Lisbon. Expect a daytime high around 81°F in September, and nighttime lows around 61°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Leiria.

Leiria is a city and a municipality in the Centro Region of Portugal. On the 18th (Sun), make a trip to Praca Rodrigues Lobo, then pause for some serene contemplation at Igreja do Espirito Santo, then get engrossed in the history at Museu de Leiria, and finally do a tasting at Cortem Winery.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, go to the Leiria travel route planning app.

You can drive from Lisbon to Leiria in 2 hours. When traveling from Lisbon in September, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in Leiria: temperatures range from 76°F by day to 57°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can travel to Porto.

Called "Oporto" by many, the city of Porto along the Duoro River lent the country and Port wine their names. Portugal's second-largest metropolis dates back to the 4th century, representing both a rich cultural past and industrial present through its architecture and style.

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Mon): take in the spiritual surroundings of Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral), then snap pictures at Ponte de Dom Luis I, and then take a stroll around Palacio da Bolsa.

To see ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Porto trip planning website.

You can drive from Leiria to Porto in 2 hours. In September, plan for daily highs up to 74°F, and evening lows to 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 19th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.