Morning: Land at Schiphol Airport and enjoy a leisurely Canal Cruise to get an overview of the city’s historic waterway network.
Afternoon: Explore the iconic Van Gogh Museum and its collection of iconic masterpieces.
Evening: Dine in the vibrant Jordaan District while watching the sunset over the canal bridges.
Book a HotelMorning: Stroll down Las Ramblas and admire the lively street performances at La Boqueria market.
Afternoon: Visit the awe‑inspiring Sagrada Família, Gaudí’s masterpiece.
Evening: Relax on the beach at Barceloneta while sampling fresh tapas.
Book a HotelMorning: Tour the historic Brandenburg Gate and the surrounding Pariser Platz.
Afternoon: Learn history at the Berlin Wall Memorial, absorbing the stories of reunification.
Evening: Enjoy contemporary art at East Side Gallery where the wall meets vibrant murals.
Book a HotelMorning: Walk through the historic Trinity College Library to view the Book of Kells.
Afternoon: Stroll through St. Stephen’s Green and enjoy its Victorian‑era garden.
Evening: Sip a pint in the famous Temple Bar district for traditional Irish music.
Book a HotelMorning: Begin with a sunrise view of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo.
Afternoon: Marvel at Renaissance art inside the Uffizi Gallery.
Evening: Wander and shop in the bustling Mercato Centrale market.
Book a HotelMorning: Take a river cruise along the Thames to view iconic landmarks.
Afternoon: Marvel at royalty inside Westminster Abbey.
Evening: Catch a dazzling West End show in the West End district.
Book a HotelMorning: Climb the Eiffel Tower for panoramic city views.
Afternoon: Wander the art treasures of the Louvre Museum.
Evening: Enjoy a romantic Seine cruise with dinner.
Book a HotelMorning: Explore ancient ruins at the Colosseum and the Roman Forum.
Afternoon: Visit the iconic St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City.
Evening: Savor Italian gelato near the lively Trastevere neighborhood.
Book a HotelMorning: Walk through the expansive Retiro Park, enjoying the lake and sculpture garden.
Afternoon: Admire the paintings in the Prado Museum.
Evening: Tapas on a bustling night in Plaza Mayor.
Book a HotelMorning: Glide down the canals on a Gondola ride, passing the famed Rialto Bridge.
Afternoon: Explore the ornate St. Mark's Basilica and Doge’s Palace.
Evening: Celebrate New Year’s Eve by the St. Mark’s Square with fireworks.
Book a HotelMorning: Enjoy sunrise at Griffith Observatory for panoramic city views.
Afternoon: Stroll along the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Evening: Watch a sunset from the beach at Santa Monica Pier.
Book a HotelMorning: Explore the themed resorts of the “Strip” and catch a daytime show.
Afternoon: Ride the high‑speed roller‑coaster at Stratosphere.
Evening: Catch a world‑class performance at the Bellagio Fountains.
Book a HotelMorning: Walk through Central Park, and ride up the Top of the Rock for skyline views.
Afternoon: Visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art for a full–day art immersion.
Evening: Enjoy a Broadway musical in theTheatre District.
Book a HotelMorning: Sunbathe on South Beach and try beachfront volleyball.
Afternoon: Explore the colorful Art Deco Historic District.
Evening: Dine while watching the sunset at Ocean Drive.
Book a HotelMorning: Visit the historic Meiji Shrine amid towering woods.
Afternoon: Take a stroll across the famous scramble at Shibuya Crossing.
Evening: Experience neon‑bright Akihabara for futuristic shopping.
Book a HotelMorning (Seattle): Sip coffee at the original Starbucks near Pike Place Market.
Afternoon (Seattle): Ascend the Space Needle for skyline views.
Evening (Seattle): Sail on Lake Union and enjoy the skyline at sunset.
Morning (San Francisco): Walk across the historic Golden Gate Bridge
Afternoon (San Francisco): Explore the lively Fisherman’s Wharf and taste fresh clam chowder.
Evening (San Francisco): Ride the iconic cable cars up the hills while enjoying sunset views.
Book a HotelTo extend the adventure, add a day or two in each European capital to explore lesser‑known neighborhoods and culinary tours; for a shorter trip, focus on the highlights of each region (e.g., Amsterdam‑Berlin‑Paris‑Rome–Tokyo) and reduce the U.S. leg to two major cities (e.g., Los Angeles and New York). Travel by high‑speed train in Europe and by budget airlines between continents to keep costs down while maximizing time. Booking tickets to major museums and attractions in advance will help avoid long queues, especially during holiday periods.