59 days in Europe Itinerary

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.

Istanbul is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the landmark architecture of Hagia Sophia Mosque, examine the collection at Ural Ataman Classic Car Museum, get engrossed in the history at Topkapi Palace, and explore the world behind art at Istanbul Modern | Istanbul Museum of Modern Art.

For maps, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Istanbul vacation app.

Auckland, New Zealand to Istanbul is an approximately 27-hour flight. Traveling from Auckland to Istanbul, you'll gain 9 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Auckland in February, things will get much colder in Istanbul: highs are around 11°C and lows about 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can fly to Rome.

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

Rome is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the ancient world of Colosseum, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Navona, admire the masterpieces at Galleria Borghese, and admire the landmark architecture of Pantheon.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Rome road trip planner.

Getting from Istanbul to Rome by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Turkey Time (TRT) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is minus 2 hours. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Istanbul in February: highs in Rome hover around 16°C, while lows dip to 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) so you can catch the train to Florence.

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

Florence is known for sightseeing, museums, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: enjoy breathtaking views from Campanile di Giotto, see the interesting displays at Pitti Palace, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.

To see ratings, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, use the Florence tour planner.

Take a train from Rome to Florence in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In February, daytime highs in Florence are 14°C, while nighttime lows are 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Barcelona.

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 sightseeing, parks, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, wander the streets of Las Ramblas, get a taste of the local shopping with La Boqueria, and stroll around Parc Guell.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, read our Barcelona day trip planning site.

You can fly from Florence to Barcelona in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In February, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Madrid.

Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.

Madrid is known for museums, historic sites, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the world behind art at Prado National Museum, make a trip to Plaza Mayor, see the interesting displays at Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza, and get the lay of the land with Walking tours.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Madrid sightseeing planner.

You can fly from Barcelona to Madrid in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Barcelona in February; daily highs in Madrid reach 13°C and lows reach 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) so you can fly to Lisbon.

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

Change things up with a short trip to Quinta da Regaleira in Sintra (about 36 minutes away). There's still lots to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, don't miss a visit to Elevador de Santa Justa, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Lisbon Oceanarium, and wander the streets of Alfama.

To find where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Lisbon trip maker.

You can fly from Madrid to Lisbon in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Madrid to Lisbon is minus 1 hour. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Madrid in February, with highs in Lisbon at 18°C and lows at 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight 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: admire the masterpieces at National Gallery, take in panoramic vistas at Coca-Cola London Eye, pause for some serene contemplation at St. Paul's Cathedral, and contemplate the long history of Buckingham Palace.

To see photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the London route website.

Traveling by flight from Lisbon to London takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a train. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Lisbon in February: high temperatures in London hover around 9°C and lows are around 1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Wed) early enough to catch the 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.

Go for a jaunt from Paris to Versailles to see Palace of Versailles about 48 minutes away. There's still lots to do: contemplate the long history of Eiffel Tower, admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Orsay, take a stroll through Montmartre, and get a taste of the local shopping with Le Marais.

To find more things to do, photos, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Paris trip itinerary maker app.

Traveling by train from London to Paris takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time to Central European Standard Time is 1 hour. In March, plan for daily highs up to 13°C, and evening lows to 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can take a train to Brussels.

The allure of the multi-cultural capital, Brussels, stems from its mix of political intrigue, artistic influence, historical significance, and a thriving social scene.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Brussels: Saint Nicholas Church (in Ghent) and Bruges (The Markt, Huisbrouwerij De Halve Maan, &more). And it doesn't end there: steep yourself in history at Grand Place, don't miss a visit to Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, explore the galleries of Belgian Comic Strip Center, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral (Cathedrale St-Michel et Ste-Gudule).

For maps, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, read Brussels day trip website.

Traveling by train from Paris to Brussels takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. When traveling from Paris in March, plan for slightly colder days in Brussels, with highs around 10°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Fri) so you can drive to Amsterdam.

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

Get out of town with these interesting Amsterdam side-trips: Haarlem (Frans Hals Museum & Grote Markt). There's lots more to do: see the interesting displays at Anne Frank House, wander the streets of The Jordaan, explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, and steep yourself in history at Museum Het Rembrandthuis.

To see maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Amsterdam attractions planner.

Getting from Brussels to Amsterdam by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or fly. March in Amsterdam sees daily highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) so you can fly 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: get a sense of history and politics at Reichstag Building, examine the collection at Topography of Terror, wander the streets of Potsdamer Platz, and admire the masterpieces at Pergamonmuseum.

To find reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Berlin day trip website.

Traveling by flight from Amsterdam to Berlin takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) so you can drive 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.

Prague is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the views from Charles Bridge, examine the collection at NaFilM: National film museum, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and explore the historical opulence of Prague Castle.

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You can drive from Berlin to Prague in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 11°C in March, and nighttime lows around 1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Vienna.

The cultural, economic, and political center of the country, Vienna has developed from its early Celtic and Roman roots into a medieval and Baroque city, with an old town that was designated a World Heritage Site in 2001.

Vienna is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: examine the collection at Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, admire the masterpieces at MuseumsQuartier Wien, make a trip to Haus der Musik Wien, and pause for some serene contemplation at St. Stephen's Cathedral.

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Traveling by flight from Prague to Vienna takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. In March, daytime highs in Vienna are 12°C, while nighttime lows are 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Budapest.

You might consider the city of Budapest, divided by the Danube River into two distinctive cities--Buda and Pest--to be essentially one large World Heritage Site.

Budapest is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Fisherman's Bastion, examine the collection at House of Terror Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika), and pause for some photo ops at Heroes' Square.

To see other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, read our Budapest trip itinerary planner.

Drive from Vienna to Budapest in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 14°C in March, and nighttime lows around 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Thu) so you can fly back home.