16 days in Western Europe Itinerary

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

Change things up with these side-trips from Amsterdam: Grote Markt (in Haarlem) and The Hague (Binnenhof & Ridderzaal (Inner Court & Hall of the Knights) & The Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery). Next up on the itinerary: explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, walk around Vondelpark, steep yourself in history at Museum Het Rembrandthuis, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Begijnhof.

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Little Rock, USA to Amsterdam is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 7 hours traveling from Little Rock to Amsterdam. While traveling from Little Rock, expect cooler days and a bit cooler nights in Amsterdam, ranging from highs of 68°F to lows of 53°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) so you can fly 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.

Vienna is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: step into the grandiose world of Schonbrunn Palace, explore the world behind art at Belvedere Palace, admire the striking features of Historic Center of Vienna, and meet the residents at Schönbrunn Zoo.

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Traveling by flight from Amsterdam to Vienna takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. When traveling from Amsterdam in June, plan for a bit warmer days in Vienna, with highs around 77°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 56°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Zurich.

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

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Fri): wander the streets of Old Town, admire the sheer force of Rhine Falls, and then take some stellar pictures from Sackelamtshusli. Keep things going the next day: admire the masterpieces at Museum of Art (Kunsthaus Zurich), then explore the activities along Lake Zurich, and then wander the streets of Bahnhofstrasse.

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Traveling by flight from Vienna to Zurich takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. June in Zurich sees daily highs of 74°F and lows of 55°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) so you can catch the train to Bern.

The capital and political center of Switzerland, Bern sits on a peninsula formed by the U-shaped River Aare.

Explore Bern's surroundings by going to St. Beatus Hoehlen (in Sundlauenen), Lauterbrunnen (Lauterbrunnen Village, Staubbach Waterfall, &more) and Interlaken (Parasailing & Paragliding & Harderkulm). There's lots more to do: fly down the slopes at Grindelwald-First, take a stroll through UNESCO-Altstadt von Bern, take in panoramic vistas at Clock Tower - Zytglogge, and explore the activities along Lake Brienz.

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Traveling by train from Zurich to Bern takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive; or take a bus. June in Bern sees daily highs of 75°F and lows of 53°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) to allow time to fly back home.