57 days in Europe Itinerary

You might consider the city of Budapest, divided by the Danube River into two distinctive cities--Buda and Pest--to be essentially one large World Heritage Site.

Head to Vaci Street and Andrassy Avenuefor some retail therapy. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Liberty Statue and Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum. There's much more to do: admire the striking features of Hungarian Parliament Building, contemplate the long history of Citadel, admire the local landmark of Music Fountain, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika).

To find other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Budapest trip maker website.

Melbourne, Australia to Budapest is an approximately 25-hour flight. Traveling from Melbourne to Budapest, you'll gain 9 hours due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Melbourne, expect warmer days and a bit warmer nights in Budapest, ranging from highs of 32°C to lows of 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Billund.

Billund centers around everything LEGGO, as the seat of the internationally renowed company's headquarters (and also home to the Billund airport, built by the LEGGO company).

Do some cultural sightseeing at Billund Kommunes Museer and Teddy Bear Art Museum. Visit Vejers Strand and Blaavand Beach for some beach relaxation. Get out of town with these interesting Billund side-trips: Strandvejen 82 (in Henne Stationsby), Escape History House (in Oksboel) and Bill Woodrows Fredsskulptur (in Blaavand). Pack the 8th (Sun) with family-friendly diversions at LEGOLAND Billund. And it doesn't end there: let little ones run wild at Monky Tonky Land, admire the masterpieces at Museum Frello, make a splash at Lalandia, and identify plant and animal life at Skovsnogen - Deep Forest Artland.

To see maps, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Billund planner.

Fly from Budapest to Billund in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and train. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Budapest in August; daily highs in Billund reach 24°C and lows reach 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 11th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Ambleside.

Ambleside is a town in Cumbria, in North West England. On the 12th (Thu), head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, then examine the collection at The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, then make a trip to Bridge House, and finally look for all kinds of wild species at Mountain Journeys. Here are some ideas for day two: kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, then admire the masterpieces at Blackwell - The Arts & Crafts house, and then admire the natural beauty at Rydal Mount & Gardens.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, read our Ambleside trip planner.

You can do a combination of flight, train, and bus from Billund to Ambleside in 9 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and train; or do a combination of car and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Billund to Ambleside. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) so you can travel 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.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Wallace Collection and Lord's Cricket Ground. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like The British Museum and HMS Belfast. There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at National Gallery, wander the streets of Westminster, squeeze the most out of the city with London Duck Tours, and ponder the world of politics at Houses of Parliament.

To find where to stay, maps, reviews, and tourist information, go to the London vacation builder site.

You can do a combination of bus and train from Ambleside to London in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus, train, and flight. In August in London, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) early enough to take a train to Versailles.

Renowned for its vast royal palace and gardens built by King Louis XIV, Versailles is also one of the wealthiest suburbs of Paris and home to a new cultural notability, such as a thriving artistic and musical scene.

Do some cultural sightseeing at The Hall of Mirrors and The Trianons & The Hamlet. Step off the beaten path and head to France Miniature and Rue du Gros-Horloge. Venture out of the city with trips to Rouen (Historial Jeanne d’Arc, Palais de Justice, &more). Next up on the itinerary: stroll around Jardins du Chateau de Versailles, step into the grandiose world of Le Grand Trianon, don't miss a visit to La Galerie des Batailles, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Royal Chapel.

For reviews, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Versailles trip planner.

You can take a train from London to Versailles in 3.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or do a combination of car and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Versailles. In August, daytime highs in Versailles are 29°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sun) to allow enough time to drive 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.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Mon): kick your exploration up a notch at Cap Aventures, appreciate the extensive heritage of Avenue de Champagne, and then stop by La Cave Salvatori.

For maps, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, read Epernay driving holiday planning app.

Traveling by car from Versailles to Epernay takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Traveling from Versailles in August, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Epernay, with lows of 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) so you can go by car to Wolfsburg.

Rather distinct among German cities, Wolfsburg arose in the first half of the 20th century as a somewhat planned urban area.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Tue): see the interesting displays at Muhlenmuseum Gifhorn and then get some fabulous bargains at Designer Outlets Wolfsburg.

For photos, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Wolfsburg trip planning app.

Drive from Epernay to Wolfsburg in 8 hours. In August, daytime highs in Wolfsburg are 27°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) early enough to drive to Kassel.

Despite suffering total devastation from bombing raids and house-to-house combat during the Second World War, Kassel today has been revitalized as a city of high education, high culture, and the arts.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Wed): don't miss a visit to Daghan-Malenky, step into the grandiose world of Schloss Wilhelmsthal, then take in the dramatic scenery at Steinhofer Wasserfall, and finally take in the exciting artwork at Caricatura, Galerie fuer Komische Kunst.

To find more things to do, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Kassel travel itinerary planner.

You can drive from Wolfsburg to Kassel in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Wed) early enough to drive to Fussen.

Framed by the Alps and set upon a riverbank, the city of Fussen in addition to its historic architecture is the epicenter of Germany’s traditional violin-making industry.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Schloss Hohenschwangau and FLY ROYAL Paragliding. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Kalvarienberg and Benediktinerkloster St. Mang. The adventure continues: head outdoors with Alpseebad, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Koloman, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Krippkirche St. Nikolaus, and contemplate the waterfront views at Hopfensee.

For where to stay, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, use the Fussen vacation planner.

You can drive from Kassel to Fussen in 4.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight and train; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 27°C in August, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Stuttgart.

Stuttgart spreads across a variety of valleys, parks, and hills--many of them covered by vineyards.

Explore hidden gems such as Mercedes-Benz Museum and Grabkapelle auf dem Wuerttemberg. Get some cultural insight at Porsche Museum and Konigstrasse. The adventure continues: enjoy breathtaking views from Fernsehturm Stuttgart, look for all kinds of wild species at Schwalblesklinge, examine the collection at Motorworld Region Stuttgart, and stop by Markthalle.

To find where to stay, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, read Stuttgart trip planner.

You can drive from Fussen to Stuttgart in 2 hours. Other options are to take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. In August, daytime highs in Stuttgart are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) early enough to drive to Strasbourg.

Strasbourg is famous for its beautiful historical center, the Grande Île, which was the first city center classified entirely as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Strasbourg is one of the nine largest cities in France with nearly half a million inhabitants in the metropolitan area crossing the river to the German city of Kehl, on the eastern bank of the Rhine River.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Centre-Ville de Strasbourg and Fort De Schoenenbourg. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Maginot Line - Fortress Four-a-Chaux and Eglise Saint-Thomas. There's lots more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Eglise Saint-Paul, examine the collection at Musée historique de la ville de Strasbourg, admire the masterpieces at Museum Œuvre Notre-Dame, and learn about all things military at MM Park France.

To find where to stay, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, use the Strasbourg trip itinerary website.

You can drive from Stuttgart to Strasbourg in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 25°C in September, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Rust.

Originally a poor fishing village, Rust now features a world-class amusement park complex.

On the 7th (Tue), browse the fresh offerings at Offenburger Wochenmarkt and then find something for the whole family at Europa-Park. Here are some ideas for day two: pause for some serene contemplation at Narrengilde Geisterwölfe St. Peter e.V..

For where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Rust road trip planning app.

Drive from Strasbourg to Rust in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September in Rust, expect temperatures between 25°C during the day and 12°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Interlaken.

Nestled between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz in the heart of the Jungfrau region, Interlaken became popular for its proximity to the mountains and lakes of the Bernese Oberland region.

Get some cultural insight at Schlosskirche and Rom.-Katholische Kirchgemeinde. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Lauterbrunnen Valley Waterfalls and Airtime Paragliding. Change things up with these side-trips from Interlaken: Murren (Allmendhubel & Via Ferrata). There's much more to do: kick back and relax at Schwimmbad Merligen, look for all kinds of wild species at Maennlichen, take in the dramatic scenery at Staubbach Waterfall, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Schynige Platte.

To see maps, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Interlaken online journey planner.

Traveling by car from Rust to Interlaken takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a train. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Rust in September: highs in Interlaken hover around 21°C, while lows dip to 10°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Lyon.

Lyon is a historical city with a vibrant cultural scene as the birthplace of cinema, the silk capital of the globe, and the second biggest Renaissance city following Venice.

Cite medievale de Perouges and Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon are good opportunities to explore the local culture. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Fresque des Lyonnais and Food Tours. Next up on the itinerary: get engrossed in the history at Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon, admire the landmark architecture of Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Paroisse Saint-Bruno-Les-Chartreux, and see the interesting displays at Institut & Musee Lumiere.

To see reviews, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Lyon route planning app.

You can drive from Interlaken to Lyon in 4 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight and train; or take a train. In September, Lyon is somewhat warmer than Interlaken - with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Rome.

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.

Head to Via del Corso and Il Messaggio dell'Icona - Centro Russia Ecumenicafor some retail therapy. Explore hidden gems such as Villa Borghese and Centro Storico Associazione Centro Storico. And it doesn't end there: browse the exhibits of Le Domus Romane di Palazzo Valentini, see the interesting displays at Stanze di Raffaello, steep yourself in history at St. Peter's Basilica, and make a trip to Piazza Navona.

To see reviews, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, use the Rome trip itinerary builder tool.

Fly from Lyon to Rome in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. When traveling from Lyon in September, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Rome: temperatures range from 32°C by day to 18°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Valletta.

Malta's capital city, Valletta preserves most of its medieval architecture, built in the 16th and 17th centuries by the Knights Hospitaller, once a powerful military order.

On the 24th (Fri), pause for some serene contemplation at Parish Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, take in the history at Saluting Battery, then admire the striking features of Il-Berga ta' Kastilja, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. John's Co-Cathedral, and finally get a new perspective on things with Fly Time Malta, Private Charters, Parasailing and Grand Harbour Sunset Cruises. On the next day, look for gifts at The Silversmith's Shop, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Shrine of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, and then see the interesting displays at Malta Postal Museum & Arts Hub.

To find photos, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Valletta road trip planning tool.

Fly from Rome to Valletta in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, ferry, and bus; or take a bus. Traveling from Rome in September, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Valletta, with lows around 24°C. On the 25th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.