10 days in Amsterdam, Palermo & Rome Itinerary

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

Amsterdam is known for museums, nightlife, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the masterpieces at Van Gogh Museum, explore the galleries of Museum Het Rembrandthuis, stroll around Vondelpark, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at De Duif.

For more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Amsterdam vacation maker website.

New York City, USA to Amsterdam is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 6 hours traveling from New York City to Amsterdam. Traveling from New York City in October, expect Amsterdam to be slightly colder, temps between 59°F and 47°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Palermo.

The capital of Sicily, Palermo was founded by the Phoenicians under the name of Ziz.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Wed): pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa Inferiore, then admire the striking features of Norman Palace, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cattedrale di Palermo, and finally take an in-depth tour of Museo Archeologico Regionale "Antonino Salinas". On the next day, let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, don't miss a visit to Nobile e Monumentale Chiesa dell'Immacolata Concezione al Capo, admire the striking features of Palazzo Conte Federico, then pause for some serene contemplation at Church of San Cataldo, and finally explore the world behind art at Museum of tiles Stanze al Genio.

For ratings, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Palermo trip planner.

Fly from Amsterdam to Palermo in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of car and ferry. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly 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, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the landmark architecture of Pantheon, make a trip to Spanish Steps, admire the masterpieces at Galleria Borghese, and steep yourself in history at St. Peter's Basilica.

To see maps, reviews, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Rome trip maker.

Traveling by flight from Palermo to Rome takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In October, daytime highs in Rome are 73°F, while nighttime lows are 55°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight back home.