16 days in Amsterdam, Brest & Paris Itinerary

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

Explore hidden gems such as Efteling and Canals area. Next up on the itinerary: admire the masterpieces at Van Gogh Museum, learn the secrets of beer at a beer tour and tasting, get engrossed in the history at Anne Frank House, and take a stroll through The Jordaan.

For maps, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, use the Amsterdam trip maker site .

Paris, France to Amsterdam is an approximately 3.5-hour train ride. You can also fly; or drive. While traveling from Paris, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Amsterdam, ranging from highs of 23°C to lows of 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Tue) early enough to travel to Brest.

Brest is a city in the Finistère département in Brittany. Step off the beaten path and head to Sentier des douaniers and Room Escape Games. Change things up with these side-trips from Brest: Cote de Granit Rose (in Lannion), Ploumanac'h LIghthouse (in Ploumanac'h) and L' Aven Parc (in Pont-Aven). There's lots more to do: brush up on your military savvy at Musee Memoires 39-45, appreciate the views at Vallon du stang Alar, take in the views from Pont de Recouvrance, and explore and take pictures at Brest Arena.

To see other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Brest road trip app .

Fly from Amsterdam to Brest in 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and train; or drive. In June in Brest, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 13°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Wed) early enough to travel 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.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Chartres Cathedral and Ile Saint-Louis. Go for a jaunt from Paris to Versailles to see Palace of Versailles about 48 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at Louvre Museum, take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin des Tuileries, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, and get a sense of history and politics at Hotel de Ville.

To see more things to do, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Paris trip planning site .

You can fly from Brest to Paris in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. When traveling from Brest in July, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Paris: temperatures range from 30°C by day to 18°C at night. On the 7th (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.