20 days in Europe Itinerary

Founded in the 10th century as a Viking fishing village, Copenhagen has morphed into the cultural, political, and economic powerhouse of the country.

Copenhagen is known for historic sites, theme parks, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: get in on the family fun at Tivoli Gardens, wander the streets of Stroeget, stroll around Kongens Have, and get to know the fascinating history of Nyhavn.

To see maps, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Copenhagen trip planner.

Chicago, USA to Copenhagen is an approximately 13-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 7 hours traveling from Chicago to Copenhagen. In November, daily temperatures in Copenhagen can reach 46°F, while at night they dip to 38°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Hamburg.

As the country's biggest port and one of the busiest in all of Europe, Hamburg has a well-deserved reputation as Germany's Gateway to the World.

Hamburg is known for museums, historic sites, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: make a trip to Miniatur Wunderland, ponder the world of politics at Townhall, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and get to know the fascinating history of Speicherstadt.

For ratings, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, read Hamburg route app.

Getting from Copenhagen to Hamburg by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. In November, daily temperatures in Hamburg can reach 47°F, while at night they dip to 38°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) so you can take a train to Berlin.

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

Berlin is known for museums, historic sites, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: make a trip to Brandenburg Gate, admire the landmark architecture of Reichstag Building, steep yourself in history at Memorial of the Berlin Wall, and admire the masterpieces at Pergamonmuseum.

For more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Berlin journey maker website.

You can take a train from Hamburg to Berlin in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) to allow enough time to 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, sample some tasty brews at a beer tour and tasting, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Staromestske namesti.

To see ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, read Prague trip planner.

Traveling by car from Berlin to Prague takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to 41°F, and evening lows to 32°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) early enough to travel to Vienna.

The cultural, economic, and political center of the country, Vienna has developed from its early Celtic and Roman roots into a medieval and Baroque city, with an old town that was designated a World Heritage Site in 2001.

Vienna is known for historic sites, museums, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: explore the historical opulence of Schonbrunn Palace, get a sense of history and politics at Rathaus, see the interesting displays at The Hofburg, and explore the world behind art at Albertina.

For more things to do and other tourist information, refer to the Vienna trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Prague to Vienna takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. In December, daily temperatures in Vienna can reach 41°F, while at night they dip to 31°F. You will have some time to spend on the 11th (Sat) before leaving for home.