7 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.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Mon): take in nature's colorful creations at Luxembourg Gardens and then don't miss a visit to Louvre Museum. On the 18th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay, then make a trip to Place de la Concorde, then get a taste of the local shopping with Champs-Elysees, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre.

For where to stay, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, read Paris trip planner.

Zurich, Switzerland to Paris is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train, bus, and flight; or drive. April in Paris sees daily highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Wed) so you can take a train to Bruges.

The medieval town of Bruges centers around a canal, and the architecture of its historical district has made it a World Heritage Site.

To see photos, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Bruges route builder site.

You can take a train from Paris to Bruges in 3 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in April, and nighttime lows around 5°C. You will leave for Lisse on the 20th (Thu).

Lisse is a town and municipality in the western Netherlands, in the province of South Holland. Kick off your visit on the 20th (Thu): get engrossed in the history at Cruquius Pump Museum, don't miss a visit to Hoeve Wassergeest, then take in nature's colorful creations at The Flower Bulb Region, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Keukenhof.

For other places to visit, reviews, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Lisse trip itinerary maker site.

Fly from Bruges to Lisse in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in April, and nighttime lows around 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can go by car to Amsterdam.

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Fri): explore the world behind art at Rijksmuseum, examine the collection at Anne Frank House, and then admire the masterpieces at Van Gogh Museum.

To see photos, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Amsterdam online day trip planner.

Traveling by car from Lisse to Amsterdam takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in April, and nighttime lows around 5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Luxembourg City.

While Luxembourg City boasts the shiny headquarters of several European institutions and EU offices, it is also home to a beautiful old town that's designated as a World Heritage Site.

On the 22nd (Sat), explore the historical opulence of Grand Ducal Palace, appreciate the extensive heritage of Le Chemin de la Corniche, then explore the striking landscape at Casemates du Bock, and finally take a stroll through Barrio Grund.

To see more things to do, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Luxembourg City online day trip planner.

Fly from Amsterdam to Luxembourg City in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in Luxembourg City can reach 15°C, while at night they dip to 5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to go by car to Colmar.

Situated along the Alsatian Wine Route, Colmar is renowned for its German and French culture, well-preserved old town, numerous architectural landmarks, and its museums.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Sun): contemplate the long history of Vieille ville d'Eguisheim and then take a stroll through Little Venice.

To see ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Colmar online visit planner.

Getting from Luxembourg City to Colmar by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. While traveling from Luxembourg City, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Colmar, ranging from highs of 19°C to lows of 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can drive to Basel.

Situated where the Swiss, German, and French borders meet, Basel is considered the hub of Dreilandereck, this "three countries corner." Its location makes Basel a center of culture and history, brimming with important theaters and museums.

On the 23rd (Sun), take in the spiritual surroundings of Offene Kirche Elisabethen.

To find reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Basel trip itinerary app.

Traveling by car from Colmar to Basel takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Basel are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can take a train back home.