Exploring Europe Union in 5 Days

  • Day 1: Eiffel Tower, Paris
    From Charles De Gaulle International Airport: 45 minutes (18.3 km), From Paris City Centre: 20 minutes (4.4 km)

    Eiffel Tower, one of the iconic landmarks in the world located in the heart of Paris. A must-visit attraction providing a breathtaking view of the city from its top deck.

  • Day 2: Colosseum, Rome
    From Paris to Rome by Flight: 2 hours 10 minutes, From Rome Airport to Colosseum: 40 minutes (30 km)

    The Colosseum, an amphitheatre situated at the heart of Rome recognized as one of the world's architectural marvels a reminiscent of the glory of the Roman Empire.

  • Day 3: Sagrada Familia, Barcelona
    From Rome to Barcelona by Flight: 2 hours, From Barcelona Airport to Sagrada Familia: 30 minutes (17.1 km)

    Visit the magnificent Sagrada Familia, a UNESCO world heritage site, located in the heart of Barcelona. It demonstrates the famous Modernism style of architecture popular in Europe at the beginning of 20th-century.

  • Day 4: Anne Frank House, Amsterdam
    From Barcelona to Amsterdam by Flight: 2 hours 20 minutes, From Amsterdam Airport to Anne Frank House: 25 minutes (20.3 km)

    Visit Anne Frank House in Amsterdam, a historic building which is now a museum depicting the life and times of Anne Frank, a young girl hiding for two years with her family during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands.

  • Day 5: Buckingham Palace, London
    From Amsterdam to London by Eurostar: 4 hours 10 minutes, From London St Pancras International to Buckingham Palace: 20 minutes (4.6 km)

    Buckingham Palace, London residence of the monarch, displays stunning architecture and a significant collection of arts. Watch the changing of the Queen's Guard ceremony, which takes place regularly outside the palace.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Eiffel Tower (2 hours, £25)
  • Colosseum (2-3 hours, €16)
  • Sagrada Familia (1.5-2 hours, €26)
  • Anne Frank House (1-2 hours, €10)
  • Buckingham Palace (1-2 hours, £26)
  • Total Estimated Costs (£): £102

Transportation

Travelers need to consider if they want to travel via flights or rail passes between countries. Eurail and Eurail Select Passes offer unlimited travel in 31 countries including France, Italy, Spain, and the Netherlands. Flights can provide a quick travel experience between cities, and flights can be booked through various sites such as Skyscanner to find the best deals. Estimated travel costs can range from £200-£400 depending on the transport options.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, explore the winding streets of Venice, the beauty of Swiss Alps, or the ancient ruins of Athens. If you have less time, narrow down the itinerary to fewer locations. Make sure to check the opening and closing times of the places mentioned and have a suitable plan B in case the location is closed.

Airports

The major international airports of this route are Charles De Gaulle International Airport in Paris (CDG), Rome International Airport (FCO), Barcelona International Airport (BCN), and Amsterdam International Airport (AMS). Charles De Gaulle International Airport is 25 km northeast of Paris, Rome International Airport is 21.7 km southwest of Rome, Barcelona International Airport is 12 km southwest of the city, and Amsterdam International Airport is 22.5 km south-west of the city.

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