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.

To find where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the London travel route planner.

Adelaide, Australia to London is an approximately 24-hour flight. You'll gain 9.5 hours traveling from Adelaide to London due to the time zone difference. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Adelaide in July: high temperatures in London hover around 26°C and lows are around 15°C. On the 26th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Mykonos Town.

A holiday in Mykonos Town offers a chance to relax on picturesque beaches and explore a labyrinth of charming streets lined with traditional white houses.

Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 27th (Thu): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Monastery of Panayia Tourliani, then sample the tasty concoctions at Mykonos Brewing Company, then indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and finally discover the deep blue sea with Mykonos Diving Center.

For ratings, photos, and tourist information, read Mykonos Town route planner.

Getting from London to Mykonos Town by flight takes about 7.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Traveling from London to Mykonos Town, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from London in July, things will get somewhat warmer in Mykonos Town: highs are around 33°C and lows about 26°C. You will have some time to spend on the 29th (Sat) before leaving for Fira.

Fira, the busy capital of Santorini, sits on the very edge of a volcanic caldera.

Explore hidden gems such as Santorini Sailing and Castelli of Pyrgos. Appreciate the collections at Wine Museum Koutsogiannopoulos and MATI Art Gallery. Step out of Fira with an excursion to La Ponta in Akrotiri--about 30 minutes away. There's still lots to do: learn about winemaking at Venetsanos Winery, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, see the interesting displays at Cultural Village, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral.

To find ratings, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Fira trip planner.

You can ride a ferry from Mykonos Town to Fira in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly. In July, daytime highs in Fira are 35°C, while nighttime lows are 27°C. You'll have a few hours on the 2nd (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling to Athens.

One of the world's most ancient cities, Athens remains Europe's undisputed historical and cultural capital.

Get a sense of the local culture at Acropolis of Athens and Temple of Hephaestus. Your inner history buff will appreciate Philopappos Hill and Temple of Athena Nike. The adventure continues: take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum, explore the ancient world of Erechtheion, get into the urban bustle at Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre, and pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Kapnikarea.

To find where to stay, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Athens itinerary builder site.

Traveling by flight from Fira to Athens takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and taxi; or ride a ferry. August in Athens sees daily highs of 39°C and lows of 29°C at night. On the 5th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Sorrento.

A lovely town easily accessible from almost anywhere in the country, Sorrento overlooks the Bay of Naples and sits right on the Amalfi Drive.

Get some historical perspective at Duomo di Ravello and Monastero di San Paolo. Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Cala di Mitigliano and Giardino Romantico. Get out of town with these interesting Sorrento side-trips: Pompeii (Tempio di Giove Capitolino, Lupanar, &more), Villa Rufolo (in Ravello) and Amalfi (Duomo di Sant'Andrea & Cloister del Paradiso). There's still lots to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of St Francis Church and Convent, make a trip to Piazza Tasso, admire the landmark architecture of Basilica di Sant'Antonino, and stroll through Baia di Ieranto.

To see ratings, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Sorrento trip itinerary planning website.

Fly from Athens to Sorrento in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus, ferry, and train. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Standard Time (EET) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is minus 1 hour. August in Sorrento sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 26°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) 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.

Museum-lovers will get to explore Mercati di Traiano - Museo dei Fori Imperiali and Welcome To Rome. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Colosseum and Cupola di San Pietro. There's much more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilica Papale San Paolo fuori le Mura, contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, explore the world behind art at Museo Nazionale Romano - Palazzo Massimo alle Terme, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Venezia.

To find maps, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Rome trip itinerary planner.

You can take a train from Sorrento to Rome in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In August in Rome, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 24°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight 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 14th (Mon), admire the striking features of Scala Contarini del Bovolo and then appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza San Marco. Here are some ideas for day two: visit Cannaregio, see the interesting displays at Doge's Palace, take a stroll through Dorsoduro, then pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Centro Storico di Venezia.

To see photos, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Venice trip planning website.

You can fly from Rome to Venice in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Rome in August: highs in Venice hover around 34°C, while lows dip to 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Florence.

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

Explore hidden gems such as Pitti Palace and Museo Nazionale del Bargello. Get some historical perspective at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Loggia dei Lanzi. Venture out of the city with trips to San Gimignano (San Gimignano Bell Tower, Duomo di San Gimignano, &more), Castello di Monteriggioni (in Monteriggioni) and Tenuta Torciano (in Ulignano). There's still lots to do: admire the masterpieces at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, enjoy the sand and surf at Easy Living, admire the striking features of Basilica San Miniato al Monte, and make a trip to Piazzale Michelangelo.

To see photos, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Florence route planning website.

Traveling by car from Venice to Florence takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 35°C in August, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to La Spezia.

La Spezia, at the head of the Gulf of La Spezia in the Liguria region of Northern Italy, is the capital city of the province of La Spezia.In terms of population, La Spezia is the second city in the Liguria region, preceded just by Genoa. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like San Pietro Church and Church of San Giovanni Battista. Step off the beaten path and head to Footpath Monterosso - Vernazza and Borgo Storico di Corniglia. Explore La Spezia's surroundings by going to Sentiero Vernazza a Corniglia (in Vernazza) and Enjoy Cinqueterre Boat Tours (in Manarola). The adventure continues: examine the collection at Museo Civico Amedeo Lia, head off the coast to Isola Palmaria, stroll around Parco Naturale Regionale di Porto Venere, and brush up on your military savvy at Museo Tecnico Navale della Spezia.

For other places to visit, maps, photos, and more tourist information, use the La Spezia trip planner.

You can drive from Florence to La Spezia in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Expect a daytime high around 35°C in August, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Nice.

Well-known for the beautiful views of its famous Promenade des Anglais waterfront, Nice is an ethnically-diverse coastal port city on the French Riviera and the fifth most populated city in France.

Cathedrale Saint-Nicolas a Nice and The Church of Èze will appeal to history buffs. Let the collections at Musée Marc Chagall and Les Musees de La Citadelle capture your imagination. The adventure continues: make a trip to Place Massena, take in the waterfront activity at Old Harbor (La Darse), cruise along Tete de Chien, and steep yourself in history at Villa Santo Sospir.

To find other places to visit, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, use the Nice journey planning site.

Traveling by car from La Spezia to Nice takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. When traveling from La Spezia in August, plan for little chillier days and a bit warmer nights in Nice: temperatures range from 32°C by day to 25°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Epernay.

Best known for its Champagne production, Épernay is a small town featuring several famous brands, including Moët & Chandon, that have been aged in the miles of tunneled cellars carved from chalk rock beneath the town.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Avenue de Champagne and Champagne Charles Mignon. Discover out-of-the-way places like Moet et Chandon and Champagne Leclerc Briant. There's still lots to do: learn about winemaking at Paul-Etienne Saint Germain and indulge your taste buds at Champagne Janisson Baradon et Fils.

To see reviews, ratings, maps, and tourist information, go to the Epernay trip planner.

Fly from Nice to Epernay in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. When traveling from Nice in August, plan for a bit cooler days in Epernay, with highs around 27°C, while nights are colder with lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 30th (Wed) to allow time for the car ride 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 outdoors at Ile Saint-Louis and Île de la Cité. Museum-lovers will appreciate Musee d'Orsay and Musee National des Arts Asiatiques - Guimet. Change things up with a short trip to Basilica Cathedral of Saint-Denis in Saint-Denis (about 32 minutes away). There's lots more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, explore the world behind art at Petit Palais, tour the pleasant surroundings at Paris Plage, and shop like a local with Champs-Elysees.

To find photos, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, read Paris trip planner.

Getting from Epernay to Paris by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Paris when traveling from Epernay in August, with lows around 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sun) to allow time to take a train to London.

Get some historical perspective at Wallace Collection and Westminster Abbey. Museum-lovers will appreciate Cutty Sark and British Library. Explore London further: explore the world behind art at The British Museum, contemplate the long history of Old Royal Naval College, don't miss a visit to Buckingham Palace, and pause for some serene contemplation at Westminster Cathedral.

To find more things to do, photos, maps, and tourist information, read London trip planning app.

Traveling by train from Paris to London takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and train. Traveling from Paris to London, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Thu) so you can catch the flight back home.