25 days in Europe Itinerary

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

On the next day, take a stroll through The Jordaan, then examine the collection at Anne Frank House, then explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, and finally indulge your thirst for a good beer at Heineken Experience.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Amsterdam attractions planner.

Perth, Australia to Amsterdam is an approximately 22.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Perth to Amsterdam is minus 7 hours. Traveling from Perth in May, expect nights in Amsterdam to be about the same, around 10°C, while days are little chillier, around 20°C. On the 7th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can 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.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris. When in Paris, make a side trip to see Palace of Versailles in Versailles, approximately Versailles away. The adventure continues: steep yourself in history at Eiffel Tower, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, admire the landmark architecture of Arc de Triomphe, and explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Paris road trip planning app.

Take a train from Amsterdam to Paris in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In May in Paris, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Wed) early enough to take a train to Geneva.

Geneva brings the world to one small city with a huge expat population and the highest number of international organizations in any one city.

On the 11th (Thu), test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, get a sense of history and politics at Palais des Nations, Genève, then see the interesting displays at Patek Philippe Museum, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedrale de Saint-Pierre.

Make your Geneva itinerary with Inspirock to find out what to see and where to go.

You can take a train from Paris to Geneva in 4 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. In May, daytime highs in Geneva are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight 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.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Fri): steep yourself in history at Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo (San Zanipolo), take in the views from Ponte di Rialto, explore the activities along Canal Grande, then wander the streets of Cannaregio, and finally explore the world behind art at Peggy Guggenheim Collection. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 13th (Sat): take in panoramic vistas at St Mark's Campanile, admire the striking features of Basilica di San Marco, see the interesting displays at Doge's Palace, then make a trip to Piazza San Marco, and finally take in the views from Ponte dei Sospiri.

For photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Venice road trip planning site.

Traveling by flight from Geneva to Venice takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Geneva in May: high temperatures in Venice hover around 26°C and lows are around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Florence.

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

Go for a jaunt from Florence to Pisa to see Leaning Tower of Pisa about 1h 20 min away. Next up on the itinerary: explore the world behind art at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, steep yourself in history at Basilica of Santa Croce, appreciate the history behind Campanile di Giotto, and examine the collection at Pitti Palace.

For maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Florence trip planner.

Getting from Venice to Florence by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Florence can reach 25°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Wed) so you can catch the train 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: delve into the distant past at Pantheon, contemplate the long history of Roman Forum, explore the world behind art at Galleria Borghese, and don't miss a visit to St. Peter's Basilica.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Rome online trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Florence to Rome by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: fly; or drive. Traveling from Florence in May, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Rome, with lows of 17°C. You will have some time to spend on the 20th (Sat) before leaving for 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.

Step out of London with an excursion to Windsor & Eton Brewery in Windsor--about 50 minutes away. There's lots more to do: take in panoramic vistas at Coca-Cola London Eye, admire the striking features of Tower of London, steep yourself in history at Westminster Abbey, and make a trip to Buckingham Palace.

To find maps, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the London journey builder website.

Getting from Rome to London by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is minus 1 hour. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Rome in May; daily highs in London reach 19°C and lows reach 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) early enough to fly to Inverness.

Inverness, often described as the Gateway to the Highlands, is a thriving commercial and industrial center.

On the 26th (Fri), steep yourself in history at Clava Cairns, take in the history at Culloden Battlefield, and then learn insider's secrets on a distillery tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 27th (Sat): explore the activities along River Ness, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, then explore the historical opulence of Urquhart Castle, and finally go for a walk through St Ninians Church.

For ratings, photos, maps, and more tourist information, read our Inverness trip itinerary planner.

Fly from London to Inverness in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from London in May since evenings lows in Inverness dip to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Southampton.

Southampton, on the south coast of England, is the largest city in the ceremonial county of Hampshire. Start off your visit on the 28th (Sun): take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, don't miss a visit to Winchester Cathedral, then look for gifts at Shimmer Candles, and finally test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Southampton trip planner.

You can fly from Inverness to Southampton in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. May in Southampton sees daily highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.