35 days in Europe Itinerary

A global center of finance and transportation, Frankfurt is perhaps best known for its futuristic cityscape.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Thu): engage your brain at EXPERIMINTA, see Marc O'Polo, and then take in panoramic vistas at Eurotower. On your second day here, stroll around Hafenpark, then hunt for treasures at Bornheimer Wochenmarkt, then examine the collection at Ikonen Museum, and finally look for gifts at Bitter & Zart.

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Brisbane, Australia to Frankfurt is an approximately 26.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a -9 hour difference. In December, Frankfurt is cooler than Brisbane - with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Hamburg.

As the country's biggest port and one of the busiest in all of Europe, Hamburg has a well-deserved reputation as Germany's Gateway to the World.

Hamburg is known for museums, historic sites, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: see the interesting displays at Miniatur Wunderland, appreciate the extensive heritage of Speicherstadt, admire the striking features of St. Michael's Church, and contemplate the long history of Alter Elbtunnel.

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Getting from Frankfurt to Hamburg by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. In December in Hamburg, expect temperatures between 7°C during the day and 2°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Mon) to allow time to take a train to Berlin.

The country's capital and largest city, Berlin is a diverse urban center boasting a lively nightlife and countless things to do.

Berlin is known for sightseeing, museums, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: appreciate the history behind Brandenburg Gate, step into the grandiose world of Charlottenburg Palace, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, and take a stroll through Potsdamer Platz.

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You can take a train from Hamburg to Berlin in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Fri) early enough to fly 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.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sat): contemplate the waterfront views at Canal Grande, then admire the landmark architecture of Basilica di San Marco, then see the interesting displays at Doge's Palace, and finally don't miss a visit to Piazza San Marco. On your second day here, take in the spiritual surroundings of Chiesa degli Eremitani - World Heritage Site, pause for some serene contemplation at Scrovegni Chapel, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, then admire the masterpieces at Peggy Guggenheim Collection, and finally take in the views from Ponte di Rialto.

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Traveling by flight from Berlin to Venice takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In December, daily temperatures in Venice can reach 11°C, while at night they dip to 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) so you can drive to Milan.

In many ways the most modern of Italian cities, Milan is a busy, elegant metropolis with an impressive list of grand palaces, fine churches, and important museums.

On the 18th (Mon), explore the historical opulence of Castello Sforzesco, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Duomo di Milano, and finally admire the striking features of Casa Ravizza. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the striking features of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, then steep yourself in history at Palazzo Marino, then admire the masterpieces at Pinacoteca di Brera, and finally stroll the grounds of Monumental Cemetery.

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You can drive from Venice to Milan in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to 9°C, and evening lows to 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Montpellier.

"Montpellier is a modern, compact, and fast-growing city about 10 km (6 mi) inland from the Mediterranean coast with an active, youthful vibe.

On the 21st (Thu), explore the world behind art at Musee Fabre, then meet the residents at Planet Ocean Montpellier, then take a stroll through Place de la Comedie, and finally test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms. On the next day, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Parc De Lunaret-zoo De Montpellier, enjoy the sand and surf at Espiguette Beach, then observe the fascinating underwater world at Seaquarium, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedrale St. Pierre.

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Traveling by car from Milan to Montpellier takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and train; or take a train. In December, Montpellier is a bit warmer than Milan - with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Bordeaux.

With a long history of producing regional wines since the Romans brought grapevines here during the first century, so many people consider Bordeaux to be the wine capital of the world.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Sat): take in the exciting artwork at La Petite Galerie de Bordeaux, don't miss a visit to The Water Mirror, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, appreciate the extensive heritage of Place de la Bourse, then don't miss a visit to Fontaine des Trois Graces, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Andre Cathedral.

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Getting from Montpellier to Bordeaux by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and flight; or take a train. When traveling from Montpellier in December, plan for little chillier days and about the same nights in Bordeaux: temperatures range from 11°C by day to 3°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) so you can take a train 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.

Take a break from Paris with a short trip to Disneyland Paris in Marne-la-Vallee, about 38 minutes away. There's much more to do: make a trip to Louvre Museum, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, get a taste of the local shopping with Champs-Elysees, and explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay.

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Traveling by train from Bordeaux to Paris takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In December, plan for daily highs up to 9°C, and evening lows to 3°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Fri) so you can catch the train 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.

London is known for museums, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Coca-Cola London Eye, admire the masterpieces at National Gallery, walk around Hyde Park, and get engrossed in the history at The British Museum.

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You can take a train from Paris to London 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 gain 1 hour traveling from Paris to London. In December, daily temperatures in London can reach 11°C, while at night they dip to 4°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Edinburgh.

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

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Thu): test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, explore the striking landscape at Arthur's Seat, then get a new perspective on nature at National Museum of Scotland, and finally pause for some photo ops at Blach Watch. On your second day here, contemplate the long history of The Real Mary King's Close, then step into the grandiose world of Edinburgh Castle, and then get curious at Camera Obscura and World of Illusions.

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You can fly from London to Edinburgh in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 7°C in January, and nighttime lows around 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Frankfurt.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Sat): admire the local landmark of Fountain of Justice, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of St. Bartholomew (Dom St. Bartholomaus), then snap pictures at Iron Bridge, then admire the masterpieces at Stadel Museum, and finally contemplate the long history of Goethe House. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, admire the masterpieces at Museum MMK fur Moderne Kunst, make a trip to Roemerberg, then make a trip to Main Tower, and finally don't miss a visit to Romer.

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Traveling by flight from Edinburgh to Frankfurt takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of car and train. Traveling from Edinburgh to Frankfurt, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight back home.