61 days in Europe Itinerary

Continuously inhabited since the Neolithic period, Killarney draws visitors with its picturesque natural scenery, fine restaurants, and traditional pubs.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Ross Castle and Muckross Abbey.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Killarney route website.

Detroit, USA to Killarney is an approximately 16.5-hour combination of flight and bus. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is 5 hours. Traveling from Detroit in June, things will get slightly colder in Killarney: highs are around 64°F and lows about 53°F. On the 15th (Wed), you'll travel to Kilkenny.

The country's smallest city in terms of population, Kilkenny boasts a rich cultural heritage and diverse tourist attractions that include well-preserved medieval architecture, exciting nightlife, a vibrant culinary scene, and abundant shopping opportunities.

Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 16th (Thu): tour the pleasant surroundings at Kilkenny Castle.

To find ratings, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Kilkenny trip planner.

Getting from Killarney to Kilkenny by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: fly; or take a train. June in Kilkenny sees daily highs of 63°F and lows of 54°F at night. On the 18th (Sat), you'll travel to Dublin.

A history spanning over a thousand years, vibrant nightlife, and a mix of Georgian and modern architecture make Dublin a popular European tourist destination.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Temple Bar. Start off your visit on the 18th (Sat): admire the landmark architecture of Saint Patrick's Cathedral and then wander the streets of Temple Bar. On the 19th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: step into the grandiose world of Dalkey Castle and Heritage Centre.

To find other places to visit, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Dublin online trip maker.

You can drive from Kilkenny to Dublin in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Kilkenny in June, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Dublin, with lows of 48°F. On the 21st (Tue), you'll travel to Edinburgh.

World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.

You've now added Edinburgh Zoo to your itinerary. Palace of Holyroodhouse and Gladstone's Land will appeal to history buffs. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Surgeons' Hall Museums and Royal Yacht Britannia. There's more to do: don't miss a visit to The Real Mary King's Close.

To find maps, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, use the Edinburgh online itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Dublin to Edinburgh takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and train. June in Edinburgh sees daily highs of 63°F and lows of 48°F at night. On the 27th (Mon), you're off 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.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Churchill War Rooms, Royal Mews, The Ghost Bus Tours - London, and other attractions you added. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Trafalgar Square and Millennium Bridge. There's still lots to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Westminster Abbey and take in the views from Tower Bridge.

To see reviews, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, refer to the London visit site.

Fly from Edinburgh to London in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. June in London sees daily highs of 68°F and lows of 52°F at night. You will leave for Epernay on the 4th (Mon).

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.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Le Chocolat d'Emmanuel Briet, La Cave Salvatori, La Chocolaterie Thibaut, and other attractions. Kick off your visit on the 5th (Tue): appreciate the extensive heritage of Avenue de Champagne, then learn about winemaking at Paul-Etienne Saint Germain, and then learn about winemaking at Moet et Chandon. Here are some ideas for day two: make a trip to La Chocolaterie Thibaut, stop by La Cave Salvatori, and then stop by Le Chocolat d'Emmanuel Briet.

For traveler tips, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Epernay road trip website.

Traveling by combination of car and train from London to Epernay takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Epernay. When traveling from London in July, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Epernay: temperatures range from 79°F by day to 55°F at night. On the 7th (Thu), you're off to Meaux.

Meaux is a commune in the Seine-et-Marne department in the Île-de-France region in the metropolitan area of Paris, France. Your day by day itinerary now includes Musee de la Grande Guerre, Maison du Brie de Meaux and Parc Naturel du Patis.

To see other places to visit, photos, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Meaux online journey planner.

Traveling by car from Epernay to Meaux takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 76°F, and evening lows to 59°F. You'll set off for Paris on the 10th (Sun).

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.

You've added Luxembourg Gardens, Luxembourg Palace, Chateau de Fontainebleau, and other attractions to your itinerary. Popular historic sites such as Île de la Cité and Saint Germain des Pres Quarter are in your itinerary. Do some cultural sightseeing at Ile Saint-Louis and The Paris Catacombs. Next up on the itinerary: admire the natural beauty at Jardin des Tuileries and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Fontaine Saint-Sulpice.

To find more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Paris trip itinerary tool.

Traveling by car from Meaux to Paris takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 79°F, and evening lows to 60°F. On the 18th (Mon), you're off to Amboise.

Amboise is a commune in the Indre-et-Loire department in central France. Your day by day itinerary now includes Le Chateau du Clos Luce - Parc Leonardo da Vinci, Bateau Le Cherlock Montrichard and Chateau de Chenonceau. La Magnanerie and Wine Tours & Tastings are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Maison du Tourisme de Montrichard and Marche Dominical d'Amboise.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, use the Amboise online trip builder.

You can take a train from Paris to Amboise in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and train. In July in Amboise, expect temperatures between 78°F during the day and 58°F at night. You will leave for Venice on the 25th (Mon).

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.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Ponte di Rialto, Emilia Burano, Doge's Palace, and other attractions you added. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Cannaregio and Campo del Ghetto. There's more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Canal Grande and get to know the fascinating history of Piazza San Marco.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Venice journey planner.

You can do a combination of car and flight from Amboise to Venice in 8 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Amboise in July, with highs in Venice at 87°F and lows at 67°F. You will leave for Florence on the 29th (Fri).

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

You've added Campanile di Giotto, Piazzale Michelangelo, Gallerie Degli Uffizi, and other attractions to your itinerary. Popular historic sites such as Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Cappelle Medicee are in your itinerary. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Florence Academy of Fine Arts and Cappella Brancacci. There's still lots to do: get a sense of history and politics at Museo Nazionale del Bargello and appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza della Signoria.

To see photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Florence day trip planning tool.

Traveling by car from Venice to Florence takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Florence can reach 86°F, while at night they dip to 65°F. On the 5th (Fri), you'll travel to Rome.

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

Your inner history buff will appreciate Pantheon and Santa Maria in Trastevere. Villa Borghese and Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri are good opportunities to explore the local culture. There's more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at St. Clement Basilica.

To find other places to visit, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Rome tour website.

Traveling by train from Florence to Rome takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. August in Rome sees daily highs of 90°F and lows of 69°F at night. You'll have a few hours on the 9th (Tue) to wrap things up before traveling to Capri.

The island of Capri encompasses all the magical allure of the Mediterranean--dramatic blue waters, lush mountainous landscape, and picturesque island villages.

On the 9th (Tue), don't miss a visit to Via Krupp and then take in the dramatic natural features at I Faraglioni.

For photos, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, read Capri day trip planning website.

Traveling by combination of train and ferry from Rome to Capri takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 88°F in August, and nighttime lows around 73°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 9th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.