24 days in Europe Itinerary

Regarded as an art and history city, Nantes is called the Venice of the West.

Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Chateau de Ranrouet will appeal to history buffs. Do some cultural sightseeing at Les Machines de L'ile and Chateau de Serrant. Explore Nantes' surroundings by going to Plage des Belugas (in La Faute sur Mer), Plage de la Mine d'Or (in Penestin) and Plage de la Terriere (in La Tranche sur Mer). Pack the 14th (Fri) with family-friendly diversions at Puy du Fou. And it doesn't end there: kick back and relax at La Plage Du Veillon, admire the natural beauty at Jardin Ile de Versailles, tour the pleasant surroundings at Boisvinet Beach, and test your problem-solving skills at Château de Talmont.

To find other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Nantes trip itinerary app.

Sao Paulo, Brazil to Nantes is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Sao Paulo to Nantes is 4 hours. In June in Nantes, expect temperatures between 27°C during the day and 14°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can catch the 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.

On the 15th (Sat), kick back and relax at Paris Plage, then admire the striking features of Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, then admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Orsay, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Arc de Triomphe.

To find where to stay, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, use the Paris vacation builder site.

Traveling by flight from Nantes to Paris takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly; or drive. In June, daytime highs in Paris are 27°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) to allow enough time to take a train to London.

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sun): learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum, then make a trip to Tower of London, then pause for some serene contemplation at St. Paul's Cathedral, and finally don't miss a visit to Coca-Cola London Eye. Here are some ideas for day two: make a trip to Big Ben, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Westminster Abbey, ponder the world of politics at Houses of Parliament, admire the masterpieces at National Gallery, then contemplate the long history of Buckingham Palace, and finally stroll around St. James's Park.

To see photos, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, read London vacation planner.

You can fly from Paris to London in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Paris in June, expect nights in London to be about the same, around 13°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) to allow time to travel 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.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Tue): explore the historical opulence of Castello Sforzesco, take in the spiritual surroundings of Il Cenacolo, take an in-depth tour of Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Duomo di Milano, then admire the striking features of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo.

For reviews, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Milan itinerary planner.

Fly from London to Milan in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time to Central European Standard Time is 1 hour. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from London in June; daily highs in Milan reach 33°C and lows reach 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive 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 (Wed), enjoy the sand and surf at Blue Moon, see the interesting displays at Doge's Palace, then steep yourself in history at Ponte dei Sospiri, then get to know the fascinating history of Piazza San Marco, and finally admire the striking features of Basilica di San Marco.

For traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Venice online trip itinerary builder.

Drive from Milan to Venice in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. June in Venice sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) so you can 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 20th (Thu), pause for some serene contemplation at St. Peter's Basilica, explore the world behind art at Vatican Museums, then admire the landmark architecture of Pantheon, then contemplate the long history of Roman Forum, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Navona. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: steep yourself in history at Colosseum, contemplate the long history of Palatine Hill, then kick back and relax at Mediterranea, and finally kick back and relax at V Lounge Beach Club.

To find photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Rome attractions planner.

Traveling by flight from Venice to Rome takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. June in Rome sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 21°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to travel to Marseille.

The 2013 European "Capital of Culture," Marseille is the largest port city on the breezy Mediterranean coast and the second largest city in France.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): kick back and relax at Plage des Catalans, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathédrale La Major, tour the pleasant surroundings at Calanque de Samena, then kick back and relax at Plage de la Pointe Rouge, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Plage du Prophete.

To see maps, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Marseille online vacation planner.

Getting from Rome to Marseille by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. In June, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) to allow enough 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 23rd (Sun), wander the streets of El Barri Gòtic, admire the landmark architecture of Casa Mila - La Pedrera, admire the striking features of Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, then stroll around Parc Guell, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Casa Batllo. On your second day here, pause for some serene contemplation at Barcelona Cathedral, then stroll through Playa de Sant Miquel, then kick back and relax at Platja de la Nova Icaria, and finally stroll through Playa de La Barceloneta.

To find photos, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Barcelona vacation planner.

Getting from Marseille to Barcelona by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in June, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Tue) early enough to take a train to Madrid.

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

On the 25th (Tue), kick back and relax at Playa del Alberche, then see the interesting displays at Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza, then admire the striking features of Royal Palace of Madrid, and finally steep yourself in history at Real Basilica de San Francisco el Grande. Keep things going the next day: make a trip to Puerta del Sol, admire the masterpieces at Prado National Museum, walk around Parque del Retiro, then stroll around Casa de Campo, and finally steep yourself in history at Plaza Mayor.

To see reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Madrid travel route planner.

Traveling by flight from Barcelona to Madrid takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly; or drive. Traveling from Barcelona in June, expect nights in Madrid to be slightly colder, around 19°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 36°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) early enough to 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 27th (Thu): pause for some serene contemplation at Torre dos Clerigos, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral), contemplate the long history of Palacio da Bolsa, then take in the views from Ponte de Dom Luis I, then stop by Livraria Lello, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Praia do Carneiro. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the waterfront activity at Cais da Ribeira, then contemplate the waterfront views at Douro River, then contemplate the long history of Igreja da Ordem Terceira de São Francisco, and finally get outside with Praia dos Ingleses.

For reviews, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Porto trip itinerary maker website.

Traveling by flight from Madrid to Porto takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Madrid to Porto. When traveling from Madrid in June, plan for a bit cooler days in Porto, with highs around 26°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Fri) 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.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Sat): get great views at Miradouro da Graca (Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen), admire the striking features of Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, then make a trip to Belém Tower, then explore the historical opulence of Castelo de S. Jorge, and finally kick back and relax at Praia da ursa. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: don't miss a visit to Elevador de Santa Justa and then admire the striking features of Park and National Palace of Pena.

For reviews, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Lisbon tour itinerary app.

Traveling by flight from Porto to Lisbon takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Porto in June, expect nights in Lisbon to be about the same, around 18°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 32°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can travel back home.