16 days in Europe Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Europe route maker
Start: Houston, United States
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London, United Kingdom
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Paris, France
— 3 nights
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Lucerne, Switzerland
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Florence, Italy
— 2 nights
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Odense, Denmark
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Reykjavik, Iceland
— 1 night
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End: Houston, United States
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London, United Kingdom — 2 nights
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The Square Mile
Appreciate the collections at The British Museum and National Gallery. Popular historic sites such as Buckingham Palace and Churchill War Rooms are in your itinerary. There's much more to do: get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum, get some thrills on the water with a speed boat tour, admire the striking features of Tower of London, and steep yourself in history at Westminster Abbey.
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Houston, USA to London is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 6 hours traveling from Houston to London. Prepare for colder weather when traveling from Houston in August: high temperatures in London hover around 72°F and lows are around 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to take a train to Paris.
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Houston, USA to London is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 6 hours traveling from Houston to London. Prepare for colder weather when traveling from Houston in August: high temperatures in London hover around 72°F and lows are around 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to take a train to Paris.
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Paris, France — 3 nights
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City of Light
Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Eiffel Tower and Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre. Your inner history buff will appreciate Arc de Triomphe and Montmartre. Go for a jaunt from Paris to Versailles to see Palace of Versailles about 46 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay, stroll through Île de la Cité, and admire the landmark architecture of Louvre Museum.
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You can take a train from London to Paris in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference when traveling from London to Paris is 1 hour. September in Paris sees daily highs of 70°F and lows of 53°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Lucerne.
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You can take a train from London to Paris in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference when traveling from London to Paris is 1 hour. September in Paris sees daily highs of 70°F and lows of 53°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Lucerne.
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Lucerne, Switzerland — 4 nights
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Get outdoors at Jungfraujoch and Ufschotti Park. Your inner history buff will appreciate Old Town and Grossmunster. When in Lucerne, make a side trip to see Kunsthaus Zurich in Zurich, approximately Zurich away. Next up on the itinerary: explore the activities along Lake Lucerne, look and learn at Verkehrshaus der Schweiz, pause for some photo ops at Lion Monument, and see the interesting displays at Bourbaki Panorama.
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You can fly from Paris to Lucerne in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In September, daytime highs in Lucerne are 67°F, while nighttime lows are 51°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Florence.
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You can fly from Paris to Lucerne in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In September, daytime highs in Lucerne are 67°F, while nighttime lows are 51°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Florence.
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Florence, Italy — 2 nights
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Birthplace of the Italian Renaissance
Start off your visit on the 10th (Tue): take in the views from Ponte Vecchio, don't miss a visit to Piazzale Michelangelo, admire the masterpieces at Gallerie Degli Uffizi, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Loggia dei Lanzi. On the 11th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the world behind art at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, then contemplate the long history of Basilica of Santa Croce, and then explore the world behind art at Pitti Palace.
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Fly from Lucerne to Florence in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Lucerne in September; daily highs in Florence reach 78°F and lows reach 59°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Odense.
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Fly from Lucerne to Florence in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Lucerne in September; daily highs in Florence reach 78°F and lows reach 59°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Odense.
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Odense, Denmark — 1 night
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Odin's Shrine
On the 12th (Thu), examine the collection at H. C. Andersens House, examine the collection at The Funen Village, then explore the historical opulence of Egeskov Castle, and finally see the interesting displays at Valdemars Slot. On your second day here, examine the collection at Johannes Larsen Museet and then browse the exhibits of The Danish Railway Museum.
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Traveling by flight from Florence to Odense takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Florence in September, with highs in Odense at 64°F and lows at 48°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Reykjavik.
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Traveling by flight from Florence to Odense takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Florence in September, with highs in Odense at 64°F and lows at 48°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Reykjavik.
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Reykjavik, Iceland — 1 night
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On the 14th (Sat), take an in-depth tour of National Museum of Iceland and then pause for some serene contemplation at Hallgrimskirkja.
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You can fly from Odense to Reykjavik in 6 hours. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is minus 1 hour. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Odense in September; daily highs in Reykjavik reach 52°F and lows reach 43°F. On the 14th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.
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You can fly from Odense to Reykjavik in 6 hours. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is minus 1 hour. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Odense in September; daily highs in Reykjavik reach 52°F and lows reach 43°F. On the 14th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.
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Switzerland travel guide
Immerse yourself in a snow-capped mountain wonderland in Switzerland's serene Alpine setting. See the world-renowned Matterhorn, Switzerland's second-highest mountain at 4,478 m (14,962 ft) tall, or zoom down the mountains on toboggan, ski, or snowboard. In the warmer seasons hike around the rolling green hillsides covered with pine trees and picturesque aqua blue lakes. Luxurious cities dotted with cozy wooden chalets and colorful flowerbeds balance quaintness with first-class cultural offerings. Indulge in the country's opulence of milk chocolate, cheese fondue, and keg-carrying St. Bernard dogs.
Province of Florence travel guide
Iceland travel guide
Land of Fire and Ice
Experience the drama of this mountainous island in the North Atlantic, from glacial rivers to rushing waterfalls and geothermal hot spots. Iceland's cities, like its capital Reykjavik, are home to passionate natives who honor their Icelandic culture and history. Venture from the cities to experience the country's most powerful attraction: its breathtaking landscapes. Take a trip to one of the island's renowned national parks, see the effects of volcanic activity, and go for a dip in one of its many lakes. A haven for outdoor recreation, you can glacier hike, whitewater raft, and swim in natural pools.
