9 days in Rome & Paris Itinerary

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

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Colosseum and Vatican Museums. There's lots more to do: explore the ancient world of Pantheon, take in panoramic vistas at Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant'Angelo, explore the world behind art at Galleria Borghese, and steep yourself in history at Palatine Hill.

To find maps, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, read Rome trip site.

Cairo, Egypt to Rome is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Cairo to Rome. Traveling from Cairo in January, expect Rome to be slightly colder, temps between 15°C and 4°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Fri) early enough to travel to Paris.

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.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Le Marais and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris. There's still lots to do: contemplate the long history of Eiffel Tower, explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay, wander the streets of Latin Quarter, and get to know the fascinating history of Montmartre.

For more things to do, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Paris trip itinerary planning website.

Traveling by flight from Rome to Paris takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Rome in February, expect Paris to be a bit cooler, temps between 9°C and 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.