32 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.

Hungarian National Gallery (Magyar Nemzeti Galeria) and Hungarian National Museum will appeal to museum buffs. Popular historic sites such as Fisherman's Bastion and St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika) are in your itinerary. Next up on the itinerary: steep yourself in history at Matthias Church, appreciate the history behind Shoes on the Danube Bank, pick up some local products at Central Market Hall, and ponder the world of politics at Hungarian Parliament Building.

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Vancouver, Canada to Budapest is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 9 hour difference. Traveling from Vancouver in May, expect nights in Budapest to be about the same, around 11°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 25°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) so you can go by car 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.

For shopping fun, head to Vienna Naschmarkt or FreyWille. Do some cultural sightseeing at St. Stephen's Cathedral and Belvedere Palace. There's still lots to do: admire the masterpieces at Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, step into the grandiose world of Schonbrunn Palace, look for gifts at Xocolat, and admire the landmark architecture of Historic Center of Vienna.

To find maps, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Vienna tour planning website.

You can drive from Budapest to Vienna in 2.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a train. May in Vienna sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Fri) so you can go by car to Cesky Krumlov.

Known around the world for its medieval castle, Cesky Krumlov offers the chance to experience the charm of a small European city seemingly frozen in time several centuries ago.

On the 11th (Sat), steep yourself in history at Cesky Krumlov Castle, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Church of St. Vitus, admire the masterpieces at Egon Schiele Art Centrum, then see the interesting displays at Moldavite Museum - Muzeum vltavinu, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Historie mesta Ceský Krumlov, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at St. Jost Church. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: see the interesting displays at Museum Fotoatelier Seidel, examine the collection at Regionalni Muzeum v Ceskem Krumlove, then step into the grandiose world of The State Chateau of Hluboká, and finally steep yourself in history at Minorite Monastery.

For traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Cesky Krumlov travel itinerary planner.

You can take a bus from Vienna to Cesky Krumlov in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. In May in Cesky Krumlov, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) to allow 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.

Appreciate the collections at DOX Centre for Contemporary Art and Strahov Monastery. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Staromestske namesti and St. Vitus Cathedral. The adventure continues: explore the historical opulence of Prague Castle, get engrossed in the history at Jewish Museum in Prague, look for gifts at Globe Bookstore and Cafe, and steep yourself in history at Lobkowicz Palace.

For traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Prague online sightseeing planner.

You can drive from Cesky Krumlov to Prague in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In May, daily temperatures in Prague can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) so you can drive to Berlin.

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

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Charlottenburg Palace and Mauermuseum - Museum Haus am Checkpoint Charlie. Do your shopping at Winterfeldt Markt and Kaufhaus des Westens (KaDeWe). There's still lots to do: admire the masterpieces at Pergamonmuseum, stop by Rausch Schokoladenhaus, contemplate the long history of East Side Gallery, and explore the wide array of goods at Vielfach Berlin - Das Kreativkaufhaus.

For maps, photos, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Berlin vacation maker website.

Traveling by car from Prague to Berlin takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Wed) so you can go by car to Wroclaw.

Known for its relaxed and liberal atmosphere, the energetic city of Wroclaw lures visitors with its rich cultural heritage and pedestrian-friendly old town.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Ostrow Tumski - (Cathedral Island) and Panorama Raclawicka. Spend the 23rd (Thu) among pleasant surroundings at Rynek of Wroclaw. The adventure continues: get the lay of the land with Walking tours, don't miss a visit to Kolejkowo, get to know the fascinating history of Old Town- Historic Center, and learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Wroclaw Zoo & Afrykarium.

To find photos, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Wroclaw journey maker website.

You can drive from Berlin to Wroclaw in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Krakow.

One of Poland's oldest cities, Krakow sits at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains, its historical town center nestled on the left bank of the Vistula River.

Get some historical perspective at Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine. Muzeum Krakowa, oddzial Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera and Jagiellonian University Museum Collegium Maius will appeal to museum buffs. There's still lots to do: steep yourself in history at Wawel Cathedral, wander the streets of Stare Miasto, appreciate the extensive heritage of Wawel Royal Castle, and take in panoramic vistas at Museum of Krakow Town Hall Tower.

To find reviews, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, read Krakow trip planner.

Getting from Wroclaw to Krakow by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In May in Krakow, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Warsaw.

Warsaw draws big crowds with its seemingly unstoppable energy, exemplified by the city's explosive nightlife and thriving music scene.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Old Town and The National Museum in Warsaw. You'll explore and learn at Zamek Krolewski w Warszawie - Muzeum and Muzeum Powstania Warszawskiego. There's lots more to do: take a stroll around Rynek Starego Miasta, take a stroll through Nowy Swiat, see the sky in a new way at Copernicus Science Centre, and get the lay of the land with Walking tours.

For maps, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Warsaw trip itinerary builder tool.

You can fly from Krakow to Warsaw in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. May in Warsaw sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Fri) so you can fly back home.