60 days in Europe Itinerary

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

Venture out of the city with trips to Tivoli (Villa Adriana & Villa d'Este), Dinosauri in Carne E Ossa (in Fregene) and Sicily Rome American Cemetery and Memorial (in Nettuno). And it doesn't end there: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Pantheon, explore the world behind art at Galleria Borghese, don't miss a visit to Trevi Fountain, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Navona.

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If you are flying in from New Zealand, the closest major aiports are Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport, Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport and Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport. In February in Rome, expect temperatures between 16°C during the day and 5°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) 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.

Start off your visit on the 1st (Wed): admire the masterpieces at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica of Santa Croce, then admire the masterpieces at Pitti Palace, then don't miss a visit to Piazzale Michelangelo, and finally get a sense of history and politics at Palazzo Vecchio. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza della Signoria, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, then take in panoramic vistas at Campanile di Giotto, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Baptistery of St. John, and finally look for gifts at HUMILIS Made in Assisi (Boutique Firenze Ponte Vecchio).

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Traveling by train from Rome to Florence takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In March in Florence, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 6°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) to allow time to drive to Genoa.

Once the most important harbor in the Mediterranean Sea, Genoa has a long history as a rich and powerful trade center in northern Italy.

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Fri): examine the collection at Galata Museo del Mare, take in the waterfront at Old Port, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Aquarium of Genoa, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Cattedrale di San Lorenzo - Duomo di Genova, and finally admire the masterpieces at Palazzo Ducale. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 4th (Sat): wander the streets of Boccadasse, appreciate the extensive heritage of Passeggiata Anita Garibaldi a Nervi, then take in panoramic vistas at Spianata Castelletto, and finally make a trip to Piazza De Ferrari.

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Drive from Florence to Genoa in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In March, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) 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.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Sun): get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Duomo di Milano, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica di Santa Tecla, then stroll the grounds of Monumental Cemetery, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Il Cenacolo. On your second day here, get engrossed in the history at Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio, browse the collection at Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, then contemplate the long history of Castello Sforzesco, and finally admire the striking features of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.

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Drive from Genoa to Milan in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Genoa in March since evenings lows in Milan dip to 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) so you can drive to Verona.

The famous setting for Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet, Verona is one of northern Italy's main tourist destinations, largely owing to its incredibly rich artistic heritage.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Tue): explore the historical opulence of Museo di Castelvecchio, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica di San Zeno Maggiore, don't miss a visit to Cappella dei Notai, enjoy breathtaking views from Torre dei Lamberti, then browse the eclectic array of goods at Piazza delle Erbe, and finally don't miss a visit to Piazza Bra. Keep things going the next day: see where the ancients bathed at Spa Termale Aquaria, make a trip to Borghetto sul Mincio, then admire the natural beauty at Parco Giardino Sigurta, and finally examine the collection at Casa di Giulietta.

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Traveling by car from Milan to Verona takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Prepare for warmer weather when traveling from Milan in March: high temperatures in Verona hover around 34°C and lows are around 34°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Thu) to allow time to take a train to Bologna.

A city famous for its cuisine, Bologna is the seat of the oldest university in the world, founded in 1088.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Thu): enjoy breathtaking views from Le Due Torri Torre degli Asinell, make a trip to Compianto sul Cristo Morto, steep yourself in history at Palazzo Schifanoia (Palazzo della Gioia) - World Heritage Site, then steep yourself in history at Castello Estense, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Ferrara Cathedral. Here are some ideas for day two: steep yourself in history at Basilica di San Petronio, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica - Santuario di Santo Stefano, don't miss a visit to Palazzo del Podesta, then make a trip to Piazza Maggiore, then take an in-depth tour of La Macchina del Tempo, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilica di San Domenico.

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Take a train from Verona to Bologna in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Plan for colder temperatures traveling from Verona in March, with highs in Bologna at 17°C and lows at 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) to allow time to drive 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 11th (Sat): take in the views from Ponte dei Sospiri, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza San Marco, see the interesting displays at Doge's Palace, then admire the landmark architecture of Basilica di San Marco, and finally take in panoramic vistas at St Mark's Campanile. Keep things going the next day: take a stroll through Cannaregio, explore the activities along Canal Grande, take in the views from Ponte di Rialto, make a trip to Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo (San Zanipolo), then make a trip to Peggy Guggenheim Collection, and finally steep yourself in history at Squero di San Trovaso.

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Getting from Bologna to Venice by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train. In March in Venice, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to drive to Vicenza.

Famous for its abundance of 16th-century architecture designed by Andrea Palladio, Vicenza was coined the City of Palladio.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Mon): see the interesting displays at Museo del Precinema, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica of St. Anthony, make a trip to Prato della Valle, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Scrovegni Chapel, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Chiesa degli Eremitani - World Heritage Site, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Villa Molin. On the next day, explore the world behind art at Museo Civico di Palazzo Chiericati, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa di Santa Corona, admire the landmark architecture of Basilica Palladiana, then look for gifts at Cappelleria Palladio, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza dei Signori.

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Traveling by car from Venice to Vicenza takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a train. Prepare for much warmer weather when traveling from Venice in March: high temperatures in Vicenza hover around 34°C and lows are around 34°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) so you can fly to Krakow.

One of Poland's oldest cities, Krakow sits at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains, its historical town center nestled on the left bank of the Vistula River.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Wed): contemplate the long history of Wawel Royal Castle, don't miss a visit to St. Mary's Basilica, and then steep yourself in history at Muzeum Krakowa, oddzial Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 16th (Thu): get to know the fascinating history of Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square, browse the eclectic array of goods at Sukiennice (Cloth Hall), then contemplate the long history of Wawel Cathedral, and finally get the lay of the land with Walking tours.

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You can fly from Vicenza to Krakow in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Plan for much colder temperatures traveling from Vicenza in March, with highs in Krakow at 9°C and lows at 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Gdansk.

Although its history goes back a thousand years, Gdansk represents one of Poland's most modern urban centers, its thriving economy boosted by a lively tourism sector.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Fri): enjoy breathtaking views from Sopot Pier, get engrossed in the history at Europejskie Centrum SolidarnoSci, then pause for some serene contemplation at St. Mary's Church, then brush up on your military savvy at Museum of the Second World War (Muzeum II Wojny Swiatowej), and finally relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

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You can fly from Krakow to Gdansk in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In March, daily temperatures in Gdansk can reach 7°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Warsaw.

Warsaw draws big crowds with its seemingly unstoppable energy, exemplified by the city's explosive nightlife and thriving music scene.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Sat): get engrossed in the history at Muzeum Powstania Warszawskiego, then examine the collection at POLIN Muzeum Historii Zydow Polskich, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Old Town, and finally make a trip to Castle Square (Plac Zamkowy). Keep things going the next day: take in the local highlights with Walking tours, explore the historical opulence of Zamek Krolewski w Warszawie - Muzeum, then stroll around Lazienki Krolewskie w Warszawie, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Palace of Culture and Science.

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Traveling by flight from Gdansk to Warsaw takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In March, plan for daily highs up to 8°C, and evening lows to 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sun) to allow time to fly 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.

On the 20th (Mon), contemplate the long history of Dohány Street Synagogue, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika), contemplate the long history of Széchenyi Thermal Bath, then steep yourself in history at Matthias Church, and finally don't miss a visit to Fisherman's Bastion. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 21st (Tue): see the interesting displays at House of Terror Museum, contemplate the long history of Heroes' Square, then appreciate the history behind Shoes on the Danube Bank, then ponder the world of politics at Hungarian Parliament Building, and finally snap pictures at Szechenyi Lanchid.

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You can fly from Warsaw to Budapest in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of train and bus. While traveling from Warsaw, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Budapest, ranging from highs of 14°C to lows of 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Tue) so you can drive 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: admire the landmark architecture of Schonbrunn Palace, don't miss a visit to St. Stephen's Cathedral, browse the eclectic array of goods at Vienna Naschmarkt, and examine the collection at Hofburg.

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Drive from Budapest to Vienna in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. In March, daytime highs in Vienna are 12°C, while nighttime lows are 1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight 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.

On the 26th (Sun), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. There's still lots to do: snap pictures at Charles Bridge, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, get to know the fascinating history of Staromestske namesti, and let little ones run wild at Kampa Park.

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Traveling by flight from Vienna to Prague takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. Expect a daytime high around 11°C in March, and nighttime lows around 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Berlin.

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

On the 28th (Tue), appreciate the history behind Brandenburg Gate, then appreciate the history behind The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, then ponder the world of politics at Reichstag Building, and finally explore the world behind art at Pergamonmuseum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: make a trip to East Side Gallery, see the interesting displays at Topography of Terror, then wander the streets of Potsdamer Platz, and finally contemplate the long history of Memorial of the Berlin Wall.

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Getting from Prague to Berlin by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a shuttle; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Wed) to allow time to take a train 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: don't miss a visit to Miniatur Wunderland, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, and get to know the fascinating history of Alter Elbtunnel.

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Traveling by train from Berlin to Hamburg takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Hamburg can reach 9°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Sat) early enough to catch the flight back home.