15 days in Spain, Amsterdam & Rome Itinerary

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

For shopping fun, head to Albert Cuyp Market or De 9 Straatjes. Get a sense of the local culture at Anne Frank House and Verzetsmuseum Amsterdam. When in Amsterdam, make a side trip to see Zandvoort aan Zee in Zandvoort, approximately Zandvoort away. There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at Van Gogh Museum, stop by The American Book Center, listen to music at Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ, and visit The Jordaan.

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If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Eindhoven Airport and Eelde Airport. October in Amsterdam sees daily highs of °F and lows of °F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to travel to Rome.

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

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Palatine Hill and Del Giudice Roma. Do some cultural sightseeing at Colosseum and Piazza Navona. Change things up with these side-trips from Rome: Point Break (in Fregene), Acqua e Sale - Stabilimento Balneare (in Maccarese) and Sabbianera Super Beach (in Anguillara Sabazia). There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, look for gifts at Paciotti Salumeria, take a stroll through Trastevere, and explore the ancient world of Pantheon.

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Traveling by flight from Amsterdam to Rome takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Amsterdam in October, expect Rome to be somewhat warmer, temps between °F and °F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to travel to Barcelona.

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Sat): tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa de La Barceloneta, take a stroll through El Barri Gòtic, thenadmire the landmark architecture of Casa Batllo, and finally make a trip to Basilica of the Sagrada Familia.

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You can fly from Rome to Barcelona in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In October, plan for daily highs up to °F, and evening lows to °F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) so you can catch the train to Madrid.

Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Royal Palace of Madrid and Cathedral of Avila. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Parque Natural Hayedo de Tejera Negra and Mercado San Miguel. Change things up with these side-trips from Madrid: Caballos la Vereda (in Riaza), Playa del Alberche (in Aldea del Fresno) and Club De Golf El Fresnillo (in Avila). And it doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at Prado National Museum, stop by La Chinata Sol, stop by Gay Madrid & the Chueca District, and do a tasting at Pinkleton & Wine.

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Traveling by train from Barcelona to Madrid takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Traveling from Barcelona in October, expect slightly colder with lows of °F in Madrid. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.