16 days in Europe Itinerary

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

Amsterdam is known for museums, nightlife, and breweries & distilleries. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, admire nature's wide array of creatures at ARTIS, and visit The Jordaan.

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New York City, USA to Amsterdam is an approximately 12-hour flight. You'll lose 6 hours traveling from New York City to Amsterdam due to the time zone difference. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from New York City in July; daily highs in Amsterdam reach 73°F and lows reach 57°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) so you can go by car to Brussels.

The allure of the multi-cultural capital, Brussels, stems from its mix of political intrigue, artistic influence, historical significance, and a thriving social scene.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Tue): see the interesting displays at Musical Instruments Museum (MIM), don't miss a visit to Grand Place, and then appreciate the history behind Manneken Pis. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of Our Lady of Laeken, then examine the collection at Atomium, then get in on the family fun at Mini-Europe, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral (Cathedrale St-Michel et Ste-Gudule).

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Drive from Amsterdam to Brussels in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. In July, daily temperatures in Brussels can reach 73°F, while at night they dip to 56°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) so you can travel to Berlin.

The country's capital and largest city, Berlin is a diverse urban center boasting a lively nightlife and countless things to do.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Thu): see the interesting displays at Topography of Terror, ponder the world of politics at Reichstag Building, then appreciate the history behind The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, and finally pause for some photo ops at Brandenburg Gate. On the 9th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: make a trip to East Side Gallery, then get the lay of the land with Walking tours, and then explore the world behind art at Pergamonmuseum.

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Traveling by flight from Brussels to Berlin takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sat) so you can drive to Prague.

Prague lures millions of tourists each year with its World Heritage-listed medieval city center--a labyrinth of narrow lanes, bridges, cathedrals, and palaces overlooked by a thousand-year-old castle.

Prague is known for historic sites, nightlife, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: take in the views from Charles Bridge, let the kids burn off some steam at Kampa Park, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, and get great views at Petřín.

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Drive from Berlin to Prague in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In July in Prague, expect temperatures between 78°F during the day and 59°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 12th (Mon) to allow time for the car ride to Budapest.

You might consider the city of Budapest, divided by the Danube River into two distinctive cities--Buda and Pest--to be essentially one large World Heritage Site.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Tue): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika), admire the striking features of Hungarian Parliament Building, then snap pictures at Szechenyi Lanchid, then admire the striking features of Matthias Church, and finally steep yourself in history at Fisherman's Bastion.

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Traveling by car from Prague to Budapest takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or fly. In July, daytime highs in Budapest are 83°F, while nighttime lows are 60°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Wed) so you can travel to Barcelona.

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

Barcelona is known for parks, nightlife, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: admire the landmark architecture of Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, wander the streets of El Barri Gòtic, pick up some local products at La Boqueria, and don't miss a visit to Casa Mila - La Pedrera.

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You can fly from Budapest to Barcelona in 7 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Traveling from Budapest in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Barcelona, with lows of 71°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.