7-Day Itinerary for City Experiences in Europe

• Day 1: Paris, France
  Estimated travel time and distance from previous location: 3 hours by train from Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris

  Start the trip off in the City of Love by visiting the iconic Eiffel Tower. Take a stroll along the banks of the Seine River and enjoy some delicious French pastries at a local café.

• Day 2: Barcelona, Spain
  Estimated travel time and distance from previous location: 6 hours by train from Gare de Lyon, Paris

  Explore the vibrant city of Barcelona by visiting the artistic Gaudi's Sagrada Familia. Visit Park Guell, the Gothic Quarter and end the day with some delicious tapas.

• Day 3: Rome, Italy
  Estimated travel time and distance from previous location: 12 hours by train from Barcelona Sants Train Station, Barcelona

  Experience the history of Rome by choosing one or two places to visit: the Colosseum and Roman Forum, Vatican City, or the Trevi Fountain. Don't forget to indulge in some gelato!

• Day 4: Amsterdam, Netherlands
  Estimated travel time and distance from previous location: 10 hours by train from Termini Train Station, Rome

  Take a canal tour through the beautiful city of Amsterdam. Don't miss the Van Gogh Museum and Anne Frank's House, and indulge in some Dutch treats such as stroopwafels and tasty cheeses.

• Day 5: Berlin, Germany
  Estimated travel time and distance from previous location: 6 hours by train from Amsterdam Centraal Train Station, Amsterdam

  Take a walking tour of the amazing Berlin Wall and its street art. Visit the Brandenburg Gate and end the day in a trendy bar in the neighborhood of Kreuzberg.

• Day 6: Vienna, Austria
  Estimated travel time and distance from previous location: 8 hours by train from Berlin Central Station, Berlin

  Visit the wonderful Schönbrunn Palace and enjoy a classical music concert. End the day with some Schnitzel and Sachertorte, a typical Austrian dish and dessert.

• Day 7: Zurich, Switzerland
  Estimated travel time and distance from previous location: 9 hours by train from Wien Hauptbahnhof, Vienna

  End the trip in Switzerland by taking a stroll along the beautiful Limmat River. Visit the Kunsthaus Zurich and the historic Swiss National Museum. Finish up with some Swiss fondue and chocolate in a cozy Swiss restaurant.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Eiffel Tower (2 hours, €16 per person)
• Sagrada Familia (1.5 hours, €17 per person)
• Colosseum and Roman Forum (3 hours, €16 per person)
• Van Gogh Museum (2 hours, €19 per person)
• Berlin Wall Street Art Walking Tour (3 hours, €20 per person)
• Schönbrunn Palace (3 hours, €16 per person)
• Kunsthaus Zurich (2 hours, €16 per person)

Total Estimated Costs: €120 per person

Transportation

Travelers should consider purchasing a Eurail Global Pass, which allows access to trains in 33 European countries. Some attractions may be outside of city centers, and a car rental may be necessary. Estimated travel costs vary, but budget around €200-€500 for travel between cities and destinations.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a few extra days in each city to really experience the local culture. If you have less time, skip some cities and save them for a future trip. Make sure to check for national holidays or festivals that may affect opening hours and crowds.

Airports

Europe has countless airports, but some of the major ones include London Heathrow (LHR) located 14 miles from London, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) located 16 miles from Paris, and Frankfurt Airport (FRA) located 8 miles from Frankfurt. Zurich Airport (ZRH) is located just 7 miles from Zurich.