23 days in Europe Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Fri): don't miss a visit to Trevi Fountain, thenexplore the ancient world of Pantheon, thenhave fun and explore at Welcome to Rome, and finally contemplate the long history of Colosseum. Keep things going the next day: explore the galleries of Vatican Museums, contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Santa Maria in Trastevere.

To find ratings, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Rome journey planner.

Bengaluru, India to Rome is an approximately 16-hour flight. You'll gain 4.5 hours traveling from Bengaluru to Rome due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Bengaluru in March, things will get colder in Rome: highs are around °C and lows about °C. You will leave for Barcelona on the 8th (Sun).

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

Barcelona is known for parks, nightlife, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: admire the landmark architecture of Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, admire the masterpieces at Museu Picasso, pause for some serene contemplation at Barcelona Cathedral, and walk around Parc Guell.

For maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Barcelona holiday planner.

Fly from Rome to Barcelona in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In March, daily temperatures in Barcelona can reach °C, while at night they dip to °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) 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.

Take a break from Lisbon with a short trip to Quinta da Regaleira in Sintra, about 36 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: make a trip to Belém Tower, explore the world behind art at Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, and observe the fascinating underwater world at Lisbon Oceanarium.

For ratings, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Lisbon trip maker.

Traveling by flight from Barcelona to Lisbon takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Barcelona to Lisbon due to the time zone difference. In March, daily temperatures in Lisbon can reach °C, while at night they dip to °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel 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.

Paris is known for museums, historic sites, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Eiffel Tower, wander the streets of Île de la Cité, admire the striking features of Arc de Triomphe, and pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre.

For ratings, reviews, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Paris online visit planner.

Getting from Lisbon to Paris by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. The time zone difference when traveling from Lisbon to Paris is 1 hour. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Lisbon in March, with highs in Paris at °C and lows at °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Thu) to allow enough time to take a train to Amsterdam.

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

On the 20th (Fri), explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, take an in-depth tour of Anne Frank House, and then walk around Vondelpark. On your second day here, have some family-friendly fun at Museumphoto, thenindulge your thirst for a good beer at Heineken Experience, and then explore the world behind art at Rijksmuseum.

To see photos, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Amsterdam trip itinerary planning website.

You can take a train from Paris to Amsterdam in 4.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. March in Amsterdam sees daily highs of °C and lows of °C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) early enough to travel to Prague.

Prague lures millions of tourists each year with its World Heritage-listed medieval city center--a labyrinth of narrow lanes, bridges, cathedrals, and palaces overlooked by a thousand-year-old castle.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sun): explore the historical opulence of Prague Castle, thentake in the spiritual surroundings of St. Vitus Cathedral, and then enjoy breathtaking views from Petrin Tower. On your second day here, contemplate the long history of Powder Tower, get to know the fascinating history of Staromestske namesti, thentake some stellar pictures from Prague Astronomical Clock, thentake in the views from Charles Bridge, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Dancing House.

For maps, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Prague trip itinerary maker tool.

Traveling by flight from Amsterdam to Prague takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In March, daytime highs in Prague are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) so you can travel to Istanbul.

A physical and cultural bridge between Europe and Asia, the transcontinental city of Istanbul serves as a living reminder of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Wed): take an in-depth tour of Topkapi Palace, thenadmire the landmark architecture of Hagia Sophia Museum, and then make a trip to Hippodrome. On your second day here, get engrossed in the history at Chora Museum, admire the landmark architecture of Basilica Cistern, thentake in the spiritual surroundings of Sultan Ahmed Mosque, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Galata Tower.

To find maps, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Istanbul road trip planner.

You can fly from Prague to Istanbul in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Prague to Istanbul. Traveling from Prague in March, Istanbul is somewhat warmer at night with lows of °C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.