57 days in Europe Itinerary

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.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Budapest: Eger (Kovacs Nimrod Winery, Eger Castle, &more). The adventure continues: get a sense of history and politics at Hungarian Parliament Building, contemplate the long history of Liberty Statue, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika), and snap pictures at Szechenyi Lanchid.

To see ratings, maps, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Budapest trip itinerary maker tool.

Milan, Italy to Budapest is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and shuttle. Traveling from Milan in October, plan for a bit cooler nights in Budapest, with lows around 7°C. You will have some time to spend on the 24th (Sun) before leaving for Amsterdam.

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

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Amsterdam: The Hague (The Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery, Lange Voorhout, &more), Delft (Royal Delft - Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles, Maria van Jessekerk, &more) and Haarlem (Beeld Laurens Janszoon Coster, Sint-Bavokerk (Church of St. Bavo), &more). There's much more to do: take an in-depth tour of Anne Frank House, steep yourself in history at Museum Het Rembrandthuis (Rembrandt House), explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, and wander the streets of The Jordaan.

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Traveling by flight from Budapest to Amsterdam takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In October, daily temperatures in Amsterdam can reach 17°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Sun) 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, admire the striking features of Haus der Musik Wien, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Stephen's Cathedral, and get to know the resident critters at Schönbrunn Zoo.

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Traveling by flight from Amsterdam to Vienna takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In October, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Sun) early enough to travel to Moscow.

Russia's political, economic, and cultural center, Moscow remains the most populous inland city in the world, famed for its colorful history and rich architectural heritage.

Change things up with a short trip to Church of The Holy Virgin in Dubrovitsy (about 52 minutes away). There's lots more to do: make a trip to Red Square, stop by Perlov Tea House, see the interesting displays at Melnikov House, and contemplate the long history of Moscow Kremlin.

To see ratings, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Moscow online itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Vienna to Moscow takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. You'll lose 2 hours traveling from Vienna to Moscow due to the time zone difference. In November, Moscow is a bit cooler than Vienna - with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) early enough to travel 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.

Spend the 20th (Sat) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Next up on the itinerary: take in the views from Charles Bridge, take some stellar pictures from Prague Astronomical Clock, get to know the resident critters at Prague Zoo, and stop by Lesser Town.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Prague road trip tool.

Getting from Moscow to Prague by flight takes about 6.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from Moscow to Prague. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Moscow in November; daily highs in Prague reach 9°C and lows reach 2°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) early enough to travel to Barcelona.

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

Change things up with these side-trips from Barcelona: Lloret de Mar (Modernist Cemetery, Parish Church of Sant Roma, &more). The adventure continues: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, admire the striking features of Casa Batllo, take a stroll through El Barri Gòtic, and make a trip to Casa Mila - La Pedrera.

For maps, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Barcelona trip itinerary planner.

Fly from Prague to Barcelona in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In November, Barcelona is somewhat warmer than Prague - with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. On the 28th (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Madrid.

Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Madrid: Segovia (Catedral de Segovia, Old City, &more) and Toledo (Alcantara Bridge, MQM Museo del Queso Manchego Toledo, &more). There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Prado National Museum, make a trip to Puerta del Sol, examine the collection at Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza, and steep yourself in history at Plaza Mayor.

For maps, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Madrid online day trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Barcelona to Madrid takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Barcelona in November, things will get little chillier in Madrid: highs are around 17°C and lows about 6°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can travel to Oslo.

Norway's capital city, Oslo boasts a thousand years of history and a diverse mix of architecture that blends old, new, and ultra-modern.

Oslo is known for museums, nightlife, and historic sites. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at Akershus Castle and Fortress (Akershus Slott og Festning), explore the world behind art at Vigeland Museum, see what you can catch with Oslo Fjord Boat Fishing, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Nordmarka.

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You can fly from Madrid to Oslo in 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Madrid in December, things will get little chillier in Oslo: highs are around 8°C and lows about -5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.