15 days in Europe Itinerary

Though Cologne famously contains 12 Romanesque churches, the city's top prize remains its landmark Gothic cathedral.

Start off your visit on the 10th (Sat): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shrine of the Three Kings and then admire the striking features of Cologne Cathedral.

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Muscat, Oman to Cologne is an approximately 12.5-hour combination of flight and train. The time zone changes from Gulf Standard Time (GST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a -3 hour difference. Traveling from Muscat in June, expect Cologne to be much colder, temps between 26°C and 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) early enough to drive to Amsterdam.

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

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Mon): steep yourself in history at Portuguese Synagogue, then pause for some serene contemplation at De Duif, and then explore the activities along Herengracht.

To find traveler tips, maps, photos, and tourist information, go to the Amsterdam tour planning site.

Drive from Cologne to Amsterdam in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. While traveling from Cologne, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Amsterdam, ranging from highs of 23°C to lows of 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Rotterdam.

Located in the South Holland province, Rotterdam is one of the Netherlands' most lively cities, as well as one of the largest trading ports in the world.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Mon): don't miss a visit to Markt.

To find reviews, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Rotterdam online trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by car from Amsterdam to Rotterdam takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in June, and nighttime lows around 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) early enough to drive to Brussels.

The allure of the multi-cultural capital, Brussels, stems from its mix of political intrigue, artistic influence, historical significance, and a thriving social scene.

For where to stay, reviews, maps, and tourist information, use the Brussels online itinerary builder.

Traveling by car from Rotterdam to Brussels takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. June in Brussels sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) early enough to take a train 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.

Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 15th (Thu): steep yourself in history at Arc de Triomphe, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, explore the world behind art at Atelier des Lumieres, then get engrossed in the history at Memorial De La Shoah, then stop by Ile Saint-Louis, and finally take a stroll through Île de la Cité.

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Traveling by train from Brussels to Paris takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. While traveling from Brussels, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Paris, ranging from highs of 27°C to lows of 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Lucerne.

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

Start off your visit on the 17th (Sat): tour the pleasant surroundings at Mt Pilatus, then examine the collection at Glasi Hergiswil, and then take an in-depth tour of Richard Wagner Museum. On the next day, enjoy the sand and surf at Bad Hirsgarten and then fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour.

For ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Lucerne trip planner.

You can fly from Paris to Lucerne in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In June, plan for daily highs up to 27°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly 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.

On the 19th (Mon), contemplate the waterfront views at Canal Grande, make a trip to Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, then stop by Cannaregio, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Campo del Ghetto.

To find ratings, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Venice attractions planner.

Traveling by flight from Lucerne to Venice takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Lucerne in June; daily highs in Venice reach 32°C and lows reach 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Milan.

In many ways the most modern of Italian cities, Milan is a busy, elegant metropolis with an impressive list of grand palaces, fine churches, and important museums.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Tue): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa di Santa Maria presso San Satiro, contemplate the long history of Chiesa di San Bernardino alle Ossa, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Duomo di Milano.

To see traveler tips, maps, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Milan route tool.

Traveling by car from Venice to Milan takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) early enough to catch the train to Florence.

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

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You can take a train from Milan to Florence in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In June in Florence, expect temperatures between 33°C during the day and 21°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Wed) early enough to 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.

On your second day here, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica di San Pietro in Vincoli, admire the striking features of Pantheon, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cupola di San Pietro, then contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, then don't miss a visit to Piazza Navona, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Church of St. Louis of the French.

For more things to do, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, read our Rome trip itinerary website.

Take a train from Florence to Rome in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In June, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 21°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough to catch the flight back home.