47 days in Europe Itinerary

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

Your inner history buff will appreciate Buckingham Palace and Houses of Parliament. Appreciate the collections at The British Museum and Natural History Museum. Change things up with a short trip to St Mary's Church in Swinbrook (about 1h 55 min away). There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at National Gallery, learn about all things military at Churchill War Rooms, pause for some serene contemplation at St. Paul's Cathedral, and admire the striking features of Westminster Abbey.

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Toronto, Canada to London is an approximately 10-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 5 hours traveling from Toronto to London. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Toronto in November, with highs in London at 13°C and lows at 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Tue) 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.

Get some historical perspective at Eiffel Tower and Palace of Versailles. Get some cultural insight at Louvre Museum and Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre. Step out of Paris to go to Chambord and see Chateau de Chambord, which is approximately 1h 55 min away. The adventure continues: explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay, pause for some photo ops at Arc de Triomphe, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Sainte-Chapelle, and steep yourself in history at The Paris Catacombs.

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You can take a train from London to Paris in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Paris. Expect a daytime high around 12°C in November, and nighttime lows around 6°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sun) early enough to catch the train to Amsterdam.

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

Van Gogh Museum and Anne Frank House will appeal to museum buffs. Do some cultural sightseeing at Rijksmuseum and Museum Het Rembrandthuis (Rembrandt House). Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Amsterdam: Haarlem (Frans Hals Museum & Grote Markt) and The Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery (in The Hague). The adventure continues: get engrossed in the history at Verzetsmuseum Amsterdam, examine the collection at Madame Tussauds Amsterdam, explore the engaging exhibits at NEMO Science Museum, and admire the masterpieces at Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam.

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Traveling by train from Paris to Amsterdam takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. November in Amsterdam sees daily highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Thu) early enough to travel to Zurich.

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

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Fri): explore the different monuments and memorials at Friedhof Fluntern, admire the landmark architecture of Fraumünster Church, then see the interesting displays at Uhrenmuseum Beyer Zürich, and finally explore the world behind art at Museum of Art (Kunsthaus Zurich). Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the masterpieces at Museum Rietberg, then pause for some serene contemplation at Grossmunster, and then take a stroll through Old Town.

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You can fly from Amsterdam to Zurich in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and train; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 10°C in November, and nighttime lows around 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sat) early enough to drive to Munich.

Often described as the city of laptops and lederhosen, Munich is an international center of business, engineering, research, and medicine that still maintains a rich cultural heritage and age-old traditions.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Munich Residenz and Alte Pinakothek. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Schloss Hohenschwangau and St. Peter's Church. Next up on the itinerary: steep yourself in history at Nymphenburg Palace, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Michael's Church, enjoy breathtaking views from Frauenkirche, and don't miss a visit to Marienplatz.

For traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Munich online driving holiday planner .

You can drive from Zurich to Munich in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of flight and train. November in Munich sees daily highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Tue) so you can drive to Salzburg.

Surrounded by mountain ranges and boasting a well-preserved city center, Salzburg melds culture and history.

Fortress Hohensalzburg and Mozart Residence (Mozart Wohnhaus) will appeal to history buffs. Let the collections at Red Bull Hangar-7 and Salzburg Museum capture your imagination. Venture out of the city with trips to Swarovski Kristallwelten (in Wattens) and Kundler Klamm (in Muhltal). There's much more to do: step into the grandiose world of Schloss Hellbrunn, tour the pleasant surroundings at Mirabell Palace, take an in-depth tour of Mozarts Geburtshaus, and admire the striking features of Salzburg Cathedral.

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Getting from Munich to Salzburg by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Salzburg are 6°C, while nighttime lows are -1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel 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.

Get some cultural insight at Schonbrunn Palace and Belvedere Palace. Visit St. Stephen's Cathedral and Historic Center of Vienna for their historical value. The adventure continues: examine the collection at Imperial Palace (Hofburg), admire the masterpieces at Albertina, stroll the grounds of Central Cemetery (Zentralfriedhof), and get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum (Naturhistorisches Museum).

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Fly from Salzburg to Vienna in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In December, daily temperatures in Vienna can reach 5°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) 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.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wawel Royal Castle. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Wawel Cathedral and Wieliczka Salt Mine. There's still lots to do: look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, admire the masterpieces at Stained Glass Museum (Muzeum Witrazu), take in the spiritual surroundings of Bazylika i Klasztor Franciszkanow, and steep yourself in history at Muzeum Krakowa, oddzial Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera.

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Traveling by flight from Vienna to Krakow takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. December in Krakow sees daily highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Mon) to allow time to take a train to Warsaw.

Warsaw draws big crowds with its seemingly unstoppable energy, exemplified by the city's explosive nightlife and thriving music scene.

On the 17th (Tue), take an in-depth tour of Museum of King Jan III's Palace at Wilanow, then take in nature's colorful creations at Lazienki Krolewskie w Warszawie, then get engrossed in the history at Zamek Krolewski w Warszawie - Muzeum, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Old Town.

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You can take a train from Krakow to Warsaw in 2.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. In December, daily temperatures in Warsaw can reach 5°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Berlin.

The country's capital and largest city, Berlin is a diverse urban center boasting a lively nightlife and countless things to do.

Let the collections at Pergamonmuseum and Topography of Terror capture your imagination. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Charlottenburg Palace and Mauermuseum - Museum Haus am Checkpoint Charlie. The adventure continues: explore the world behind art at Neues Museum, get a sense of history and politics at Reichstag Building, steep yourself in history at Memorial of the Berlin Wall, and make a trip to East Side Gallery.

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Traveling by flight from Warsaw to Berlin takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) to allow time to 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.

Explore hidden gems such as Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek and Frederiks Kirke (Marmorkirken). Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Nyhavn and Church of Our Lady - Copenhagen Cathedral. There's still lots to do: steep yourself in history at Rosenborg Castle, examine the collection at Den Kongelige Afstobningssamling, admire the landmark architecture of Kastellet, and browse the exhibits of Thorvaldsens Museum.

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Fly from Berlin to Copenhagen in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 7°C in December, and nighttime lows around 2°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) so you can travel to Stockholm.

One of Europe's most culturally diverse cities, Stockholm extends over 14 islands, united by a series of tunnels and bridges.

Vasa Museum and Fotografiska Stockholm will appeal to museum buffs. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Royal Palace and Stockholm Old Town. There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at ABBA The Museum, admire the striking features of Drottningholm Palace, get engrossed in the history at Royal Armory, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Monteliusvagen.

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You can fly from Copenhagen to Stockholm in 4 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train and flight; or drive. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Copenhagen in December, with highs in Stockholm at 3°C and lows at -1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Oslo.

Norway's capital city, Oslo boasts a thousand years of history and a diverse mix of architecture that blends old, new, and ultra-modern.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Vigeland Museum and National Gallery of Norway Nasjonalgalleriet. Fram Museum and Kon-Tiki Museum are good opportunities to explore the local culture. And it doesn't end there: step into the grandiose world of Akershus Castle and Fortress (Akershus Slott og Festning), see the interesting displays at 22 July Centre, admire the masterpieces at Munch Museum, and take an in-depth tour of Nordisk bibelmuseum.

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Fly from Stockholm to Oslo in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. While traveling from Stockholm, expect somewhat warmer days and a bit cooler nights in Oslo, ranging from highs of 8°C to lows of -5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Tue) to allow time to travel back home.