18 days in Europe Itinerary

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.

Step out of Paris to go to Versailles and see Palace of Versailles, which is approximately 48 minutes away. The adventure continues: explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum, wander the streets of Le Marais, appreciate the extensive heritage of Montmartre, and get a taste of the local shopping with Champs-Elysees.

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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Paris is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. Traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Paris, you'll gain 6 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Ho Chi Minh City in December, expect Paris to be much colder, temps between 9°C and 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) so you can take a train 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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Brussels: Bruges (Oude Griffie & The Markt). There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of Grand Place, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral (Cathedrale St-Michel et Ste-Gudule), find something for the whole family at Mini-Europe, and ponder the world of politics at Justice Palace (Palais de Justice).

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Traveling by train from Paris to Brussels takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. Expect a daytime high around 7°C in December, and nighttime lows around 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Fri) early enough to drive to Amsterdam.

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: admire the masterpieces at Van Gogh Museum, engage your brain at NEMO Science Museum, walk around Vondelpark, and wander the streets of The Jordaan.

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Traveling by car from Brussels to Amsterdam takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. In December in Amsterdam, expect temperatures between 9°C during the day and 3°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Tue) so you can travel to Frankfurt.

A global center of finance and transportation, Frankfurt is perhaps best known for its futuristic cityscape.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Frankfurt: Wurzburg (St. Kilian Cathedral, Würzburg Residence, &more) and Heidelberg (Altstadt (Old Town) & Schloss Heidelberg). There's still lots to do: admire the masterpieces at Stadel Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Johanniskirche, admire the striking features of Romer, and take some stellar pictures from Main Tower.

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Traveling by train from Amsterdam to Frankfurt takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and train; or drive; or fly. In December, daily temperatures in Frankfurt can reach 7°C, while at night they dip to 1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) so you can travel back home.