35 days in Europe Itinerary

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Thu): pause for some serene contemplation at St. Paul's Cathedral, make a trip to Big Ben, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Westminster Abbey, then take in panoramic vistas at Coca-Cola London Eye, and finally snap pictures at Tower Bridge.

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Sacramento, USA to London is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), which is usually an 8 hour difference. When traveling from Sacramento in June, plan for colder days in London, with highs around 68°F, while nights are a bit cooler with lows around 52°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Thu) early enough to take a 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.

Step out of Paris with an excursion to Palace of Versailles in Versailles--about 48 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: steep yourself in history at Eiffel Tower, get a taste of the local shopping with Champs-Elysees, admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Orsay, and appreciate the history behind Arc de Triomphe.

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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 changes from Greenwich Mean Time to Central European Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from London in June: highs in Paris hover around 74°F, while lows dip to 55°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) so you can go by car to Zermatt.

Best known as home the Matterhorn mountain, Zermatt serves as a chic ski resort town of the Swiss Alps.

Venture out of the city with trips to Ernen (Hangebrucke Furgangen-Muhlebach & Pfarrkirche Ernen), Veytaux (Fort De Chillon & Chateau de Chillon) and Eglise du Cloitre (in Aigle). The adventure continues: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at The Matterhorn, tour the old-fashioned way with a train tour, enjoy some diversion at Clay Shoot Zermatt, and hike along Marmot Trail.

To find more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Zermatt tour itinerary maker.

You can drive from Paris to Zermatt in 8 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight and train; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) to allow enough time to 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 out of Nice with an excursion to Eglise de Biot in Biot--about 32 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: take a stroll through Old Town, contemplate the long history of La cité médiévale, take some stellar pictures from Colline du Chateau overlook, and admire nature's wide array of creatures at Marineland.

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Drive from Zermatt to Nice in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or take a train. July in Nice sees daily highs of 81°F and lows of 71°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can catch the flight 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: steep yourself in history at Colosseum, don't miss a visit to Spanish Steps, delve into the distant past at Pantheon, and visit Trastevere.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Rome tour itinerary builder website.

You can fly from Nice to Rome in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. When traveling from Nice in July, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Rome: temperatures range from 89°F by day to 70°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to fly to Bruges.

The medieval town of Bruges centers around a canal, and the architecture of its historical district has made it a World Heritage Site.

Explore Bruges' surroundings by going to Antwerp (St. Anna's Tunnel / Pedestrians' Tunnel, MAS - Museum aan de Stroom, &more) and Ghent (Ghent City Center & Gravensteen). The adventure continues: make a trip to The Markt, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedrale Saint Sauveur de Bruges, take in panoramic vistas at Belfry of Bruges, and admire the landmark architecture of Stadhuis.

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Getting from Rome to Bruges by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Rome in July, things will get a bit cooler in Bruges: highs are around 71°F and lows about 56°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Aberdeen.

The powerhouse of the northeast, Aberdeen is a prosperous urban center fueled by a thriving petroleum industry.

Venture out of the city with trips to Cairn O'Mohr Fruit Wines (in Errol), Scone Palace (in Perth) and Dunnottar Castle (in Stonehaven). The adventure continues: take an in-depth tour of Peterhead Prison Museum, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, steep yourself in history at St Andrews Cathedral, and take in nature's colorful creations at Johnston Gardens.

For traveler tips, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Aberdeen online travel planner.

Getting from Bruges to Aberdeen by flight takes about 6.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and flight; or take a train. Traveling from Bruges to Aberdeen, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Bruges in July; daily highs in Aberdeen reach 66°F and lows reach 51°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to London.

Start off your visit on the 31st (Mon): admire the striking features of Tower of London, then stroll around St. James's Park, then make a trip to Buckingham Palace, and finally walk around Hyde Park. Here are some ideas for day two: get a sense of history and politics at Houses of Parliament, explore the world behind art at National Gallery, and then don't miss a visit to Trafalgar Square.

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Traveling by flight from Aberdeen to London takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. When traveling from Aberdeen in July, plan for a bit warmer days in London, with highs around 73°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Tue) early enough to fly back home.