26 days in Europe & Asia Itinerary

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

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Parco Archeologico di Ostia Antica and Le Domus Romane di Palazzo Valentini. You'll explore and learn at Museo Nazionale Romano - Palazzo Massimo alle Terme and Villa Farnesina. There's still lots to do: steep yourself in history at St. Peter's Basilica, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Venezia, delve into the mystery of Catacombs of Saint Callixtus, and pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica Papale San Paolo fuori le Mura.

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Auckland, New Zealand to Rome is an approximately 30-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Auckland to Rome is minus 11 hours. When traveling from Auckland in October, plan for somewhat warmer days in Rome, with highs around 26°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) to allow enough time to take a train to Florence.

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

Start off your visit on the 10th (Thu): take a stroll through Piazza della Repubblica, see the interesting displays at Museo di Palazzo Davanzati, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Baptistery of St. John, then don't miss a visit to Piazzale Michelangelo, then get great views at Basilica San Miniato al Monte, and finally appreciate the history behind Loggia dei Lanzi. On the next day, get a sense of history and politics at Palazzo Vecchio, ponder the world of politics at Museo Nazionale del Bargello, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo, then brush up on your military savvy at Stibbert Museum, and finally admire the masterpieces at Florence Academy of Fine Arts.

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Traveling by train from Rome to Florence takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In October in Florence, expect temperatures between 25°C during the day and 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Venice.

Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.

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You can drive from Florence to Venice in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. While traveling from Florence, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Venice, ranging from highs of 22°C to lows of 12°C. You'll set off for Paris on the 11th (Fri).

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.

You'll explore and learn at Musee d'Orsay and Musee National des Arts Asiatiques - Guimet. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Eiffel Tower and Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre. And it doesn't end there: examine the collection at Musee du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac, tour the pleasant surroundings at Ile Saint-Louis, admire the landmark architecture of Arc de Triomphe, and explore the different monuments and memorials at Pere-Lachaise Cemetery.

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Fly from Venice to Paris in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In October, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Wed) so you can catch the 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.

Popular historic sites such as Wallace Collection and Westminster Abbey are in your itinerary. Museum of London and National Gallery will appeal to museum buffs. Change things up with these side-trips from London: Mercedes-Benz World (in Weybridge) and Hampton Court Palace (in East Molesey). There's lots more to do: examine the collection at Cutty Sark, explore the world behind art at Royal Academy of Arts, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Paul's Cathedral, and get engrossed in the history at The British Museum.

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Getting from Paris to London by train takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: fly; or do a combination of car and train. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Paris to London due to the time zone difference. In October, daytime highs in London are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Dubai.

Take a holiday in Dubai to experience a mix of excitement, entertainment, and relaxation.

Step off the beaten path and head to Turkish Baths and Al Montazah Parks. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Mary, Mother of Jesus Mosque. Take a break from Dubai with a short trip to Louvre Abu Dhabi in Abu Dhabi, about 1h 50 min away. There's lots more to do: walk around Jumeirah Public Beach, admire the landmark architecture of Burj Khalifa, kick back and relax at Marina Beach, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Kite Beach.

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You can fly from London to Dubai in 10 hours. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time to Gulf Standard Time, which is usually a 4 hour difference. Traveling from London in October, expect Dubai to be warmer, temps between 41°C and 32°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) to allow time to fly back home.