17 days in United Kingdom, France & Italy 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.

Paris is known for sightseeing, museums, nightlife, parks, and historic sites. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: admire the masterpieces at Louvre Museum, see the interesting displays at Musée d'Orsay, take in panoramic vistas at Eiffel Tower, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilica du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre.

For where to stay, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Paris vacation planner.

London, UK to Paris is an approximately 2.5-hour train ride. You can also fly; or drive. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time to Central European Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. In December, plan for daily highs up to 8°C, and evening lows to 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Tue) early enough to drive to Chamonix.

"Situated near the massive peaks of the Aiguilles Rouges and, most notably, the Aiguille du Midi, Chamonix is one of the oldest ski resorts in France and known as the Alpine Capital of the World.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Tue): take in the awesome beauty at Aiguille du Midi and then stop by Snell Sports.

For photos, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Chamonix trip itinerary planner.

You can drive from Paris to Chamonix in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or take a train. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Florence.

Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.

Florence is known for sightseeing, museums, historic sites, religious sites, and classes. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: see the interesting displays at Uffizi Gallery, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Baptistery of St. John, take in the views from Ponte Vecchio, and take an in-depth tour of Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence.

To see reviews, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, use the Florence trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Chamonix to Florence by car takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and flight; or do a combination of bus and train. In December, plan for daily highs up to 13°C, and evening lows to 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) to allow enough time to take a train to Rome.

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.

Rome is known for historic sites, sightseeing, religious sites, museums, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Pantheon, wander the streets of Trastevere, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza Navona, and don't miss a visit to Spanish Steps.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Rome itinerary maker.

You can take a train from Florence to Rome in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or fly. Expect a daytime high around 16°C in December, and nighttime lows around 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) early enough to travel to Manchester.

Unofficially dubbed the Capital of the North, Manchester is known for its influence on industry and music, as well as its world-renowned connection to sports.

On the 20th (Wed), engage your brain at Museum of Science & Industry.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Manchester trip itinerary planner.

Fly from Rome to Manchester in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Rome to Manchester due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Rome in December, you will find days in Manchester are a bit cooler (7°C), and nights are about the same (1°C). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Wed) so you can catch the train to Liverpool.

Famous for being the birthplace of the Beatles, Liverpool is a vibrant city with an outstanding cultural heritage.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Thu): contemplate the long history of The cavern club, get your game on at CoverStar Experiences, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Liverpool Cathedral, and finally go for a walk through Albert Dock.

To find reviews, photos, ratings, and tourist information, use the Liverpool trip planner.

Getting from Manchester to Liverpool by train takes about an hour. Other options: drive; or drive. In December, plan for daily highs up to 9°C, and evening lows to 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Thu) to allow time to take a train to London.

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

London is known for museums, nightlife, sightseeing, shopping, and historic sites. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: admire the masterpieces at National Gallery, get engrossed in the history at British Museum, step into the grandiose world of Buckingham Palace, and learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the London vacation planner.

Traveling by train from Liverpool to London takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and flight. In December, daily temperatures in London can reach 9°C, while at night they dip to 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Mon) to allow time to travel back home.