19 days in Italy, France & Spain Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Mon): explore the galleries of Sistine Chapel, steep yourself in history at Roman Forum, and then explore the ancient world of Palatine Hill.

To see maps, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Rome trip planner.

Los Angeles, USA to Rome is an approximately 16-hour flight. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 9 hour difference. Traveling from Los Angeles in July, you will find days in Rome are somewhat warmer (89°F), and nights are about the same (70°F). Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Mon) 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.

Get a sense of the local culture at Historic Centre of San Gimignano and Duomo di Siena. Popular historic sites such as Piazza della Signoria and Piazza del Duomo are in your itinerary. Get out of town with these interesting Florence side-trips: Siena (Piazza del Campo & Bianco e Nero di Sonia Staccioli ). Next up on the itinerary: get a sense of history and politics at Palazzo Vecchio, snap pictures at Ponte Vecchio, browse the eclectic array of goods at Mercato Centrale, and contemplate the long history of Basilica of Santa Croce.

To find out how to plan a trip to Florence, use our trip itinerary maker.

You can take a train from Rome to Florence in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. Traveling from Rome in July, expect little chillier with lows of 65°F in Florence. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Thu) so you can travel to Bonifacio.

At the southernmost tip of the island of Corsica, Bonifacio is a city with chalk-white limestone outcrops sculpted into unusual shapes by the ocean.

Discover out-of-the-way places like plage de Tamaricciu and Waterskiing & Jetskiing. Relax by the water at Plage de San Giovanni and La Tonnara Beach. When in Bonifacio, make a side trip to see L' Alivi in Sotta, approximately Sotta away. The adventure continues: stroll through Plage de Stagnolu.

To find photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Bonifacio travel planner.

You can fly from Florence to Bonifacio in 8 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train, ferry, and bus. July in Bonifacio sees daily highs of 88°F and lows of 63°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) so you can travel to Palma de Mallorca.

Majorca, or Mallorca, is largest island in the Balearic Islands archipelago.

Step out of the city life by going to Platja d'es Trenc and Cala Domingos. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Cuevas del Drach and Catedral de Mallorca. Explore Palma de Mallorca's surroundings by going to Alcudia Old Town (in Alcudia), Platja d'es Carbo (in Colonia de Sant Jordi) and Coves de Campanet (in Campanet). There's still lots to do: kick back and relax at Playa de Muro.

To find other places to visit, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Palma de Mallorca trip planner.

You can fly from Bonifacio to Palma de Mallorca in 7.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car, ferry, and train; or do a combination of bus and ferry. July in Palma de Mallorca sees daily highs of 87°F and lows of 67°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) so you can travel to Adeje.

Straddling the foothills of the Teide volcano and Tenerife’s southern shores, Adeje is known for its beautiful island architecture and a backdrop of green, mountainous scenery.

For shopping fun, head to Chessies Internet Cafe Bar or Diamonds n Diamonds. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Charco del Viento and Playa De La Enramada. There's more to do: get impressive views of Mount Teide and kick back and relax at Playa del Duque.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Adeje attractions website.

You can do a combination of flight and bus from Palma de Mallorca to Adeje in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry, train, car, and bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Palma de Mallorca to Adeje due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Palma de Mallorca in July, expect nights in Adeje to be about the same, around 69°F, while days are a bit cooler, around 82°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sun) so you can travel to Maspalomas.

Fondly referred to as “El Sur” by the locals, Maspalomas serves as a hub of entertainment and beach activity on Gran Canary Island.

Visit Playa de Amadores and Playa de Maspalomas for some beach relaxation. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to The Mint Company Luxe Meloneras and Boulevard El Faro. There's lots more to do: kick back and relax at Playa de Mogan, look for gifts at Tresor Noir, buy something for everyone on your list at Yumbo Centrum, and explore the striking landscape at Reserva Natural Especial de Las Dunas de Maspalomas.

For photos, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Maspalomas journey planning site.

You can do a combination of bus and flight from Adeje to Maspalomas in 4 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. In July in Maspalomas, expect temperatures between 80°F during the day and 70°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 25th (Thu) to allow time for travel back home.