8 days in Paris, Prague & Berlin 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.

On the 19th (Wed), admire the masterpieces at Louvre Museum and then examine the collection at Musée d'Orsay. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 20th (Thu): admire the landmark architecture of Sainte-Chapelle, then admire the striking features of Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, then admire the landmark architecture of Arc de Triomphe, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Eiffel Tower.

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San Jose, Costa Rica to Paris is an approximately 29-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from San Jose to Paris is 7 hours. Expect little chillier evenings in Paris when traveling from San Jose in July, with lows around 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can 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.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Fri): take in the spiritual surroundings of Spanish Synagogue, steep yourself in history at Old Town Square, and then don't miss a visit to Prague Astronomical Clock. On the 22nd (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the striking features of St. Vitus Cathedral, explore the historical opulence of Prague Castle, and then take in the views from Charles Bridge.

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You can fly from Paris to Prague in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of train and bus. In July, daytime highs in Prague are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) to allow time to travel to Berlin.

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

On the 23rd (Sun), pause for some photo ops at Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, pause for some photo ops at Brandenburg Gate, and then admire the landmark architecture of Reichstag Building.

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Getting from Prague to Berlin by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can travel back home.