18 days in Amsterdam, Paris & United Kingdom Itinerary

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Paris, France
— 5 nights
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London, United Kingdom
— 4 nights
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands — 4 nights

Venice of the North

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.
Explore Amsterdam's surroundings by going to Haarlem (Teylers Museum, Sint-Bavokerk (Church of St. Bavo), &more). Next up on the itinerary: explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, wander the streets of The Jordaan, walk around Vondelpark, and hunt for treasures at Albert Cuyp Market.

For where to stay, maps, reviews, and tourist information, read Amsterdam attractions planner.

Columbus, USA to Amsterdam is an approximately 13-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time to Central European Standard Time is 6 hours. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Columbus in June: high temperatures in Amsterdam hover around 68°F and lows are around 53°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) so you can catch the train to Paris.
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Museums · Parks · Historic Sites · Zoos & Aquariums
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Paris, France — 5 nights

City of Light

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.
Change things up with these side-trips from Paris: Fondation Claude Monet (in Giverny), Rouen (Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen & Rue du Gros-Horloge) and Palace of Versailles (in Versailles). There's lots more to do: explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum, shop like a local with Champs-Elysees, contemplate the long history of Eiffel Tower, and pause for some photo ops at Arc de Triomphe.

To see ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Paris day trip planner.

You can take a train from Amsterdam to Paris in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Traveling from Amsterdam in June, you will find days in Paris are a bit warmer (74°F), and nights are about the same (55°F). Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) early enough to catch the train to London.
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Historic Sites · Museums · Parks · Neighborhoods
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London, United Kingdom — 4 nights

The Square Mile

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.
London is known for museums, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: enjoy breathtaking views from Coca-Cola London Eye, admire the striking features of Tower of London, explore the world behind art at The British Museum, and don't miss a visit to Tower Bridge.

For maps, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our London tour planner.

You can take a train from Paris to London in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is minus 1 hour. When traveling from Paris in June, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in London: temperatures range from 68°F by day to 52°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom — 4 nights

Athens of the North

World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.
Edinburgh is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: step into the grandiose world of Edinburgh Castle, take in the dramatic natural features at Arthur's Seat, get great views at Calton Hill, and examine the collection at Royal Yacht Britannia.

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Fly from London to Edinburgh in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. When traveling from London in June, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in Edinburgh: temperatures range from 63°F by day to 48°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Mon) early enough to fly back home.
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United Kingdom travel guide

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Nightlife · Specialty Museums · Castles
Home to an impressive 25 World Heritage sites, the United Kingdom, which includes England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, has hundreds of museums to explore, thousands of parks and gardens to stroll through, and tens of thousands of communities to discover. From Land’s End in the south to John O’Groats in the north, the country is packed with tourist attractions that can fill a range of itineraries. With nearly 30 million tourists visiting every year, the UK is ranked among the top ten holiday destinations in the world. Known for its royalty, this country also represents a diverse patchwork of native and immigrant cultures. Although Britannia no longer rules the waves, it possesses a captivating history and a dynamic modern culture, both of which remain hugely influential on the rest of the world.
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