60 days in Europe Itinerary

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

Change things up with these side-trips from Madrid: Segovia (Mirador de la Pradera de San Marcos & Acueduct of Segovia) and Toledo (Alcazar - Museo del Ejercito, Museo del Greco, &more). The adventure continues: admire the masterpieces at Prado National Museum, steep yourself in history at Plaza Mayor, examine the collection at Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza, and admire the landmark architecture of Royal Palace of Madrid.

To see ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Madrid trip planner.

New York City, USA to Madrid is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. You'll lose 6 hours traveling from New York City to Madrid due to the time zone difference. When traveling from New York City in April, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Madrid: temperatures range from 67°F by day to 47°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) 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.

Step out of Barcelona to go to Avinyonet del Penedes and see Artcava, which is approximately 46 minutes away. There's much more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, take a stroll through Las Ramblas, stroll around Parc Guell, and admire the landmark architecture of Casa Mila - La Pedrera.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Barcelona online trip builder.

Getting from Madrid to Barcelona by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. In April in Barcelona, expect temperatures between 66°F during the day and 52°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sat) so you can travel to Monte-Carlo.

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

Start off your visit on the 24th (Sun): contemplate the long history of Prince's Palace, admire the natural beauty at Jardin Exotique de Monaco, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Casino Square, and finally try your luck at Casino of Monte-Carlo. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the natural beauty at Japanese Gardens, then pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Notre-Dame-Immaculee, then observe the fascinating underwater world at Oceanographic Museum of Monaco, and finally tee off at Monte-Carlo Country Club.

For photos and more tourist information, refer to the Monte-Carlo journey planner.

You can do a combination of flight and shuttle from Barcelona to Monte-Carlo in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 64°F in April, and nighttime lows around 52°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Mon) to allow enough time to 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.

Venture out of the city with trips to Varenna (Chiesa di San Giorgio & Green Way dei Patriarchi), Verona (Torre dei Lamberti, Piazza delle Erbe, &more) and Villa del Balbianello (in Tremezzina). Next up on the itinerary: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Duomo di Milano, get to know the fascinating history of Greenway del Lago di Como, explore the galleries of Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio, and explore the world behind art at Pinacoteca Ambrosiana.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Milan trip planner.

Drive from Monte-Carlo to Milan in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Traveling from Monte-Carlo in April, plan for slightly colder nights in Milan, with lows around 46°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Cinque Terre.

Made up of five picturesque towns on the Ligurian coast, Cinque Terre is Italy's answer to the French Riviera.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Cinque Terre: Genoa (Aquarium of Genoa, Cattedrale di San Lorenzo - Duomo di Genova, &more), Parco Naturale Regionale di Porto Venere (in La Spezia) and Parco Naturale Regionale dell'Antola (in Torriglia). There's still lots to do: discover the deep blue sea with Bel Mar Boat Tours and hike along Cinque Terre footpaths.

To find reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Cinque Terre road trip planning app.

Drive from Milan to Cinque Terre in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In April, daytime highs in Cinque Terre are 66°F, while nighttime lows are 47°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Tue) so you can drive to Florence.

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

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Florence: Siena (Museo dell'Opera Metropolitana, Centro Storico di Siena, &more), Castello del Trebbio (in Santa Brigida) and San Gimignano (Fattoria Il Piano & Guardastelle Vineyard). There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of The Baptistery of St. John, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica of Santa Croce, and take in the views from Ponte Vecchio.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Florence online trip builder.

Traveling by car from Cinque Terre to Florence takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In May, daily temperatures in Florence can reach 71°F, while at night they dip to 52°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Mon) to allow enough time to take a train to Rome.

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

Explore Rome's surroundings by going to Tivoli (Villa Adriana & Villa d'Este). There's still lots to do: delve into the distant past at Colosseum, admire the masterpieces at Vatican Museums, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza Navona, and admire the striking features of Pantheon.

For ratings, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Rome journey maker tool.

Getting from Florence to Rome by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: fly; or drive. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Rome when traveling from Florence in May, with lows around 58°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sun) to allow time to take a train to Pompeii.

Pompeii has been a tourist destination for more than 250 years.

On the 16th (Mon), admire the landmark architecture of Villa dei Misteri, then delve into the distant past at Pompeii Archaeological Park, then delve into the distant past at Odeon - Teatro Piccolo, and finally steep yourself in history at Parco Acheologico di Ercolano.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Pompeii driving holiday planner.

You can take a train from Rome to Pompeii in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May in Pompeii, expect temperatures between 74°F during the day and 58°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Amalfi.

Known for its impressive hillside cascade of colorful stone buildings down to the Mediterranean shore, Amalfi is the cultural and commercial heart of southern Italy's Amalfi Coast.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Amalfi: Positano (Boat Tours & Water Sports, Il Sentiero Degli Dei, &more). The adventure continues: take in the spiritual surroundings of Duomo di Ravello, pause for some serene contemplation at Cloister del Paradiso, take in nature's colorful creations at Villa Cimbrone Gardens, and steep yourself in history at Villa Rufolo.

To find reviews, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Amalfi trip planner.

Drive from Pompeii to Amalfi in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Pompeii in May, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Amalfi, with lows of 65°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) early enough to fly to Athens.

One of the world's most ancient cities, Athens remains Europe's undisputed historical and cultural capital.

Explore Athens' surroundings by going to Nafplio (Peloponnesian Folklore Foundation, Nauplion Promenade, &more) and Archaeological Site Mycenae (in Mycenae). There's much more to do: delve into the distant past at Acropolis of Athens, make a trip to Erechtheion, take a stroll through Monastiraki, and get engrossed in the history at Acropolis Museum.

To find photos, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Athens online itinerary planner.

You can fly from Amalfi to Athens in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 77°F in May, and nighttime lows around 64°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Sat) early enough to drive to Delphi.

Ancient Greeks revered Delphi as the center of their universe, building an impressive sanctuary to Apollo in order to mark this sacred spot.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Sun): delve into the distant past at Delphi and then explore the ancient world of Temple of Apollo In Delphi. On the 30th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: relax in the rural setting at MoKa Honey and then get engrossed in the history at Delphi Archaeological Museum.

To see reviews, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Delphi travel itinerary planner.

Getting from Athens to Delphi by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Traveling from Athens in May, Delphi is little chillier at night with lows of 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Mon) 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.

When in Prague, make a side trip to see Czech Repubrick in Lipno nad Vltavou, approximately Lipno nad Vltavou away. The adventure continues: snap pictures at Charles Bridge, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Prague Zoo, make a trip to Prague Astronomical Clock, and let little ones run wild at Kampa Park.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Prague trip itinerary planning tool.

Getting from Delphi to Prague by combination of bus and flight takes about 9 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of taxi, train, and bus. Traveling from Delphi to Prague, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Delphi in May; daily highs in Prague reach 64°F and lows reach 48°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly 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.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Paris: Versailles (Palace of Versailles & The Trianons & The Hamlet). The adventure continues: admire all the interesting features of Eiffel Tower, get to know the fascinating history of Montmartre, shop like a local with Champs-Elysees, and admire the landmark architecture of Arc de Triomphe.

For more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Paris trip site.

You can fly from Prague to Paris in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In June, daily temperatures in Paris can reach 74°F, while at night they dip to 55°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight back home.