36 days in Europe Itinerary

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

Step off the beaten path and head to Sanssouci Park and Gemaldegalerie. Change things up with these side-trips from Berlin: Potsdam (Potsdam's Gardens & Sanssouci Palace). There's lots more to do: get a sense of history and politics at Reichstag Building, wander the streets of Mitte, appreciate the history behind Brandenburg Gate, and make a trip to Sony Center.

To find ratings, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Berlin trip maker app.

Perth, Australia to Berlin is an approximately 21.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Australian Western Standard Time to Central European Standard Time is minus 7 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Fri) so you can take a train to Bamberg.

First mentioned in historical records from the year 902, Bamberg retains today the medieval, old-world charm that has defined its past development.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Bamberg Altstadt and Historisches Museum Bamberg. Explore Bamberg's surroundings by going to Basilika Goessweinstein (in Gossweinstein) and Felsenlabyrinth Luisenburg (in Wunsiedel). And it doesn't end there: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Obere Pfarre Unsere Liebe Frau, contemplate the long history of Neue Residenz Bamberg, see the interesting displays at Alte Hofhaltung, and explore the world behind art at Diocesan Museum.

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Traveling by train from Berlin to Bamberg takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. In June, daytime highs in Bamberg are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Mon) early enough to drive to Heidelberg.

A vibrant university city, Heidelberg is nestled in the picturesque Neckar river valley.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Philosopher’s Walk and Felsenmeer. When in Heidelberg, make a side trip to see Dom zu Worms in Worms, approximately Worms away. The adventure continues: wander the streets of Altstadt (Old Town), make a trip to Jesuitenkirche, steep yourself in history at Dicker Turm (Schloss), and take some stellar pictures from King's Throne (Konigstuhl).

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You can drive from Bamberg to Heidelberg in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. June in Heidelberg sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Baden-Baden.

Scenically located at the edge of the Black Forest, Baden-Baden offers scenery, culture, and relaxation in addition to a vibrant nightlife and dining scene, specializing in traditional German dishes.

Escape the urban bustle at Geroldsau Waterfall and Allerheiligen Wasserfalle. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Lichtentaler Allee and Alternativer Wolf- Und Barenpark Schwarzwald. Venture out of the city with trips to Ellbachsee Aussichtsplattform (in Kniebis), Schwarzwald Hochstrasse (in Baiersbronn) and Evangelische Stadtkirche (in Freudenstadt). There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of Trinkhalle, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise Russe, take in nature's colorful creations at Rosengarten auf dem Beutig, and explore the ancient world of Hohenbaden Old Castle.

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Getting from Heidelberg to Baden-Baden by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. In June in Baden-Baden, expect temperatures between 28°C during the day and 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Zurich.

The financial hub of Switzerland, Zurich is most often associated with money and banks.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Sun): take a stroll through Old Town, then contemplate the waterfront views at Flussbad Oberer Letten, and then take in the awesome beauty at Felsenegg.

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Traveling by car from Baden-Baden to Zurich takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. In June, daily temperatures in Zurich can reach 27°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. On the 12th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Lucerne.

In north-central Switzerland, Lucerne represents a small city boasting a well-preserved old town.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Mt Pilatus and Aare Gorge. Step out of the city life by going to Lake Lucerne and Reichenbach Waterfall. Go for a jaunt from Lucerne to Giessbach to see Giessbachfälle about 1h 5 min away. The adventure continues: snap pictures at Chapel Bridge, explore the striking landscape at Glacier Garden Lucerne (Gletschergarten), appreciate the history behind Lion Monument, and don't miss a visit to The Nine Towers.

To see maps, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read our Lucerne travel planning website.

Getting from Zurich to Lucerne by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Lucerne can reach 27°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. On the 15th (Thu), you're off to Chur.

Chur or Coire is the capital and largest town of the Swiss canton of Grisons and lies in the Grisonian Rhine Valley, where the Rhine turns towards the north, in the northern part of the canton. On the 15th (Thu), wander the streets of Old Town Chur and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Alpenbikepark Chur. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, then wander the streets of Heididorf, then admire the sheer force of Seerenbach Falls Seerenbachfälle, and finally explore the activities along Werdenbergersee.

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You can drive from Lucerne to Chur in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) early enough to drive to Villa Di Tirano.

Villa di Tirano is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Sondrio in the Italian region Lombardy, located about 110km northeast of Milan and about 20km east of Sondrio, on the border with Switzerland. Kick off your visit on the 17th (Sat): explore the striking landscape of Torbiera di Pian Gembro.

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Traveling by car from Chur to Villa Di Tirano takes 3 hours. June in Villa Di Tirano sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 18th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to St. Moritz.

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On the 18th (Sun), take in the pleasant sights at Schellen Ursli Path and then steep yourself in history at Leaning Tower.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the St. Moritz journey planner.

You can drive from Villa Di Tirano to St. Moritz in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Villa Di Tirano in June; daily highs in St. Moritz reach 21°C and lows reach 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Tue) so you can drive to Zermatt.

Best known as home the Matterhorn mountain, Zermatt serves as a chic ski resort town of the Swiss Alps.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Tue): trek along 5 Lakes Walk and then take in the awesome beauty at Oberrothorn. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 21st (Wed): explore the activities along Stellisee, trek along Marmot Trail, then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Gornergrat, and finally get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

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Traveling by car from St. Moritz to Zermatt takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or ride a tram. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) so you can go by car to Geneva.

Geneva brings the world to one small city with a huge expat population and the highest number of international organizations in any one city.

On the 22nd (Thu), examine the collection at MEG Musee d’ethnographie de Geneve, then stop by Vieux-Carouge, and then ponder the design of The Geneva Water Fountain. On the 23rd (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Geneva and then don't miss a visit to Chapel of the Maccabees.

To see traveler tips, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Geneva itinerary planner.

You can drive from Zermatt to Geneva in 3.5 hours. Another option is to take a train. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in June, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sat) so you can go by car to Annecy.

The canals is in Annecy helped earn the medieval town the nickname the Venice of the Alps.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Lake Annecy and Reserve Naturelle du Bout du Lac. Escape the urban bustle at Water Taxi Annecy and Voie Verte du Lac d'Annecy. Get out of town with these interesting Annecy side-trips: Plage d'Angon (in Talloires) and Cascade d'Angon (in Angon). And it doesn't end there: make a trip to La Vieille Ville, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at La Tournette, walk around Parc Charles Bosson, and look for all kinds of wild species at Ile des Cygnes.

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Drive from Geneva to Annecy in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In June, daytime highs in Annecy are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Wed) so you can fly 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.

Explore hidden gems such as Ile Saint-Louis and Île de la Cité. There's still lots to do: explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum, take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin des Tuileries, make a trip to Le Trocadero et son esplanade, and contemplate the long history of Eiffel Tower.

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You can fly from Annecy to Paris in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. In June, daytime highs in Paris are 27°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. You will have some time to spend on the 2nd (Sun) before leaving for home.