38 days in Europe Itinerary

Located at the base of the Alps along the French Riviera, the upscale city of Monte Carlo boasts a famous casino.

On the 18th (Sun), admire the natural beauty at Jardin Exotique de Monaco, then pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Notre-Dame-Immaculee, and then examine the collection at The Private Collection of Antique Cars of H.S.H. Prince Rainier III. Keep things going the next day: make a trip to Casino Square, take a leisurely stroll along Monte Carlo Harbor, steep yourself in history at Vieux Monaco, then don't miss a visit to Statue of William Grover-Williams, and finally explore the historical opulence of Prince's Palace.

For where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Monte-Carlo day trip app.

Los Angeles, USA to Monte-Carlo is an approximately 18.5-hour combination of flight and bus. You can also fly. The time zone difference when traveling from Los Angeles to Monte-Carlo is 9 hours. In June, daytime highs in Monte-Carlo are 76°F, while nighttime lows are 66°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Mon) so you can drive to Nice.

Well-known for the beautiful views of its famous Promenade des Anglais waterfront, Nice is an ethnically-diverse coastal port city on the French Riviera and the fifth most populated city in France.

Step off the beaten path and head to Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild and La cité médiévale. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Lérins Islands and Le Sentier du Littoral, Cap d'Antibes. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Nice: Musee Fragonard (in Grasse), Castellane (River Rafting & Tubing & Adrenaline & Extreme Tours) and Cannes (Île Sainte-Marguerite & Le Suquet). Next up on the itinerary: explore the stunning scenery at Les Gorges du Verdon, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and take in nature's colorful creations at Le Jardin Exotique d'Eze.

To find ratings, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read our Nice driving holiday planner.

Nice is very close to Monte-Carlo. In June, daily temperatures in Nice can reach 76°F, while at night they dip to 66°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) early enough to fly to Calvi.

Calvi is a commune in the Haute-Corse department of France on the island of Corsica.It is the seat of the Canton of Calvi, which contains Calvi and one other commune, Lumio. Discover out-of-the-way places like Citadelle de Calvi and Chapelle de Notre Dame de la Serra. We've included these beaches for you: Plage de Lozari and Plage de Ghjunchitu. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Calvi: Vallée du Fango (in Galeria) and Phare de la Pietra (in Ile Rousse). There's lots more to do: trek along Gorges de la Restonica, explore the fascinating landscape at Desert des Agriates, see Off-Road Tours, and take some stellar pictures from Village abandonné d'Occi.

For ratings, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Calvi trip itinerary builder app.

You can fly from Nice to Calvi in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In June in Calvi, expect temperatures between 80°F during the day and 63°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) early enough to drive to Piana.

On the 29th (Thu), take a memorable drive along D81, then look for all kinds of wild species at Nature Reserve of Scandola, then make a trip to Les Calanche Cliffs, and finally kick back and relax at Camping d'Arone. Here are some ideas for day two: look for all kinds of wild species at Calanques de Piana, then get some thrills on the water with a speed boat tour, and then stroll through Plage de Bussaglia.

For where to stay, photos, ratings, and tourist information, read our Piana trip site.

Getting from Calvi to Piana by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and taxi. In June in Piana, expect temperatures between 79°F during the day and 60°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Propriano.

On the 1st (Sat), don't miss a visit to Les sites de Cucuruzzu et de Capulla and then skim along the rocks with a canyoning and rapelling tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, then kick back and relax at Plage du Lido, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Plage Cupabia.

For photos, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Propriano online trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by car from Piana to Propriano takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In June in Propriano, expect temperatures between 79°F during the day and 60°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to go by car to Bonifacio.

At the southernmost tip of the island of Corsica, Bonifacio is a city with chalk-white limestone outcrops sculpted into unusual shapes by the ocean.

You'll get in some beach time at Plage du Petit Sperone and Plage de Rondinara. Get outdoors at Grottes de Bonifacio and Off-Road Tours. Take a break from Bonifacio with a short trip to U Porcu Ranger in Figari, about 40 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: kick back and relax at La Tonnara Beach, don't miss a visit to Port de Plaisance de Bonifacio, stroll the grounds of Cimetiere Marin de Bonifacio, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Plage De Roccapina.

To see reviews, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, read Bonifacio visit planner.

You can drive from Propriano to Bonifacio in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 88°F, and evening lows to 63°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Zonza.

Zonza is a commune in the Corse-du-Sud department of France on the island of Corsica.GeographyZonza is located in the mountain chain of Barocagio-Marghese which extends to the south of the Incudine massif. Start off your visit on the 6th (Thu): identify plant and animal life at Piscines Naturelles de Cavu, identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Plage De Pinarello. On the 7th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: don't miss a visit to Trou de la Bombe, admire the sheer force of Piscia di Gallu, and then take in the awesome beauty at Aiguilles de Bavella (Bavella Needles).

To see more things to do, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Zonza road trip planning website.

You can drive from Bonifacio to Zonza in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. Expect a daytime high around 87°F in July, and nighttime lows around 67°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) to allow time to take a bus to Ajaccio.

With a dreamy location on the west coast of the French Mediterranean island of Corsica, Ajaccio is a mecca of seaside summer tourism.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Sat): admire the sheer force of Cascade du Voile de la Mariee, look for all kinds of wild species at A Cupulatta, then head off the coast to Iles Sanguinaires, and finally work some fitness into your day at Sentier des Douaniers. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: zoom along the surf with a waterskiing or jet-skiing adventure, kick back and relax at Agosta Beach, and then kick back and relax at La Plage D'Argent.

To see maps, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Ajaccio online route maker.

You can take a bus from Zonza to Ajaccio in 3 hours. Another option is to drive. In July, daytime highs in Ajaccio are 83°F, while nighttime lows are 64°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Valencia.

A charming old city originally founded as a Roman colony, Valencia is the country’s third-largest urban center.

Explore hidden gems such as Platja La Malvarrosa and Playa Gandia. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Parroquia de San Nicolas de Bari y San Pedro Martir and Parroquia Nuestra Senora del Consuelo. Venture out of the city with trips to Marina el Portet de Denia (in Denia), Palau Ducal dels Borja Gandia (in Gandia) and Javea (Playa del Arenal & Stand-Up Paddleboarding). There's much more to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Cala del Moraig, stroll through Platja de la Patacona, head outdoors with Promenade of Calpe, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Iglesia Ortodoxa Rusa San Miguel Arcangel.

To see more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Valencia day trip planning tool.

Traveling by flight from Ajaccio to Valencia takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and train; or do a combination of ferry and car. Traveling from Ajaccio in July, expect a bit warmer with lows of 70°F in Valencia. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Sintra.

Surrounded by rolling hills and old mansions and castles, Sintra has become known as the first center of the European Romantic style.

Visit Praia da Nazare and Baleal Beach for some beach relaxation. Get outdoors at Praia do Tamariz and Stand-Up Paddleboarding. Get out of town with these interesting Sintra side-trips: Alcobaca (Monastery of Alcobaca & Castle of Alcobaca), Obidos (Santuario do Senhor Jesus da Pedra, Castelo de Óbidos, &more) and Miradouro do Suberco (in Nazare). Next up on the itinerary: step into the grandiose world of Castelo de Tomar, tour the pleasant surroundings at Praia da ursa, kick back and relax at Guincho Beach, and steep yourself in history at National Palace of Queluz.

To see traveler tips, maps, photos, and tourist information, read our Sintra trip itinerary planning app.

Fly from Valencia to Sintra in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Valencia to Sintra. Traveling from Valencia in July, Sintra is little chillier at night with lows of 63°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight back home.