15-Day European City Experience

  • Day 1: Paris, France
    2 hours flight from your departure city

    Start your adventure in the city of love, Paris. Visit the iconic Eiffel Tower and enjoy the scenic view of the city from above. Take a stroll along Champs-Élysées, a famous avenue known for its high-end boutiques and cafes. Finally, explore The Louvre, the largest art museum in the world.

  • Day 2: Amsterdam, Netherlands
    3 hours and 20 minutes by train from Paris

    Take a relaxing canal tour and admire the city's architecture. Visit the Van Gogh Museum and learn about the life and works of this famous artist. Wrapping up the day by experiencing the Red Light District.

  • Day 3: Copenhagen, Denmark
    12 hours ferry from Amsterdam or 1.5 hours flight from Schiphol Airport

    Start your day by visiting the Tivoli Gardens and ride their famous roller coaster. Next, visit the popular statue of The Little Mermaid, inspired by the fairytale by Hans Christian Andersen. Finally, stroll around the Nyhavn Harbour and enjoy the local food and drinks.

  • Day 4: Berlin, Germany
    7 hours and 20 minutes by train and ferry from Copenhagen

    Discover the city's history by visiting the Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery. Next, visit the Brandenburg Gate, a famous landmark of the city. Finally, learn about the city's culture and arts at the Berliner Philharmonie.

  • Day 5: Vienna, Austria
    9 hours by train from Berlin

    Explore the grand Schönbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the imperial family. Next, visit St. Stephen's Cathedral, known for its gothic and Romanesque architecture. Finally, take a stroll around the Naschmarkt, the city's largest outdoor market.

  • Day 6: Venice, Italy
    2 hours and 30 minutes flight from Vienna

    Take a romantic gondola ride on the Grand Canal and enjoy the picturesque view of the city. Next, visit the famous St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace. Finally, enjoy a glass of wine and watch the sunset at Piazza San Marco.

  • Day 7: Rome, Italy
    1 hour and 10 minutes flight from Venice

    Explore the iconic Colosseum, known for its history and architecture. Next, visit the Vatican City and admire the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Finally, try some authentic Italian food at Trastevere.

  • Day 8: Barcelona, Spain
    2 hours flight from Rome

    Start your day by visiting the famous Park Güell, known for its mosaics and sculptures. Next, explore the Gothic Quarter and see stunning architecture from the medieval period. Finally, enjoy some delicious tapas and Sangria.

  • Day 9: Madrid, Spain
    2.5 hours by train from Barcelona

    Visit the Royal Palace of Madrid and its beautiful gardens. Next, learn about Spanish art at the Prado Museum. Finally, relax in the Retiro Park, known for its boating pond and rose garden.

  • Day 10: Lisbon, Portugal
    1.5 hours flight from Madrid

    Visit the iconic Belém Tower and learn about Portugal's maritime history. Next, try some traditional Pastel de Nata at the famous Pastéis de Belém. Finally, relax at the beautiful Praça do Comércio.

  • Day 11: London, England
    2.5 hours flight from Lisbon

    Start your day by visiting the Tower of London and the Tower Bridge. Next, walk along the Southbank and enjoy street performers and local vendors. Lastly, visit the British Museum and learn about human history and culture.

  • Day 12: Edinburgh, Scotland
    1.5 hours flight from London

    Explore Edinburgh Castle and admire the view of the city from the hilltop fortress. Next, visit the Royal Botanic Garden and its beautiful greenhouses. Lastly, take a stroll down the Royal Mile and enjoy street performers and local shops.

  • Day 13: Copenhagen, Denmark
    1.5 hours flight from Edinburgh or 12 hours by ferry from Amsterdam

    Take a relaxing canal tour and admire the city's architecture. Visit the famous statue of The Little Mermaid, inspired by the fairytale by Hans Christian Andersen. Finally, explore the Tivoli Gardens and enjoy the famous roller coaster.

  • Day 14: Stockholm, Sweden
    5 hours by train and ferry from Copenhagen

    Visit the Vasa Museum and admire the preserved 17th-century ship. Next, visit the trendy Södermalm district and indulge in some local cuisine. Lastly, stroll around the Gamla Stan, the old town of Stockholm.

  • Day 15: Helsinki, Finland
    16 hours by ferry from Stockholm or 1 hour 30 minutes flight from Stockholm

    Visit the iconic Helsinki Cathedral, located in the Senate Square. Next, explore the Temppeliaukio Church, a unique church carved out of solid rock. Lastly, visit the Allas Sea Pool and enjoy the Finnish sauna and hot tubs.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Eiffel Tower (2 hours, €25)
  • Van Gogh Museum (2 hours, €20)
  • Tivoli Gardens (4 hours, €20)
  • Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery (2 hours, free)
  • St. Stephen's Cathedral (1 hour, €5)
  • Colosseum (3 hours, €16)
  • Prado Museum (3 hours, €15)
  • Belém Tower (2 hours, €6)
  • Tower of London (2 hours, €30)
  • Edinburgh Castle (3 hours, €20)
  • Stockholm's Vasa Museum (2 hours, €20)
  • Helsinki Cathedral (1 hour, free)

  • Total Estimated Costs: €177

Transportation

Public transportation options such as trains, buses, and ferries are readily available in Europe. Airlines such as Ryanair and EasyJet provide cost-effective flights between countries. All prices for transportation vary widely depending on the destination and time booked. The estimated overall cost for transportation is around €400, and the travel time will include 2-3 hour intervals between each city.

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider exploring more cities and trying more authentic food. If you have less time, consider visiting fewer countries or eliminating destinations. Be sure to make reservations in advance to gain easy access to landmarks and tourist attraction sites.

Airports

The primary airports in this itinerary include Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Schiphol Airport (AMS), Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO), London Heathrow Airport (LHR), Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), and Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL).

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