30 days in Asia, Europe & Mexico Itinerary

Called the "White City" thanks to the color of its World Heritage-listed architectural landmarks, Tel Aviv serves as Israel's modern and cosmopolitan second city.

Get some historical perspective at Old City of Jerusalem and Bethesda. For shopping fun, head to Jerusalem Pottery Hagop Karakashian or Artspace Tel Aviv. Explore Tel Aviv's surroundings by going to Jerusalem (Tzuba Winery, Yad Vashem - The World Holocaust Remembrance Center, &more). There's lots more to do: take a stroll through Jaffa Old City, do a tasting at Benhaim Winery, view the masterpieces at Miss D. Gallery, and stop by Neve Tzedek.

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If you are flying in from Israel, the closest major aiport is Ben Gurion International Airport. In January in Tel Aviv, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Tue) early enough to travel to Madrid.

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

Popular historic sites such as Plaza Mayor and Catedral Primada are in your itinerary. Appreciate the collections at Prado National Museum and Alcazar of Segovia. Venture out of the city with trips to Segovia (La Juderia & Old City), Toledo (Church of Santo Tomé, Casco Historico de Toledo, &more) and El Cortijuelo (in Las Rozas). There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at Royal Palace of Madrid, admire the masterpieces at Museo Cerralbo, hunt for treasures at Mercado San Miguel, and see the interesting displays at Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza.

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Fly from Tel Aviv to Madrid in 9 hours. The time zone difference moving from Israel Standard Time (IST) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is minus 1 hour. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Tel Aviv in January, with highs in Madrid at 12°C and lows at 2°C. On the 11th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Lisbon.

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Alfama and Quinta da Regaleira. Take a break from the city and head to Praia da ursa and Praia de Carcavelos. Venture out of the city with trips to Sintra (Castelo dos Mouros & Park and National Palace of Pena). There's still lots to do: explore the world behind art at Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, don't miss a visit to Belém Tower, wander the streets of Rossio Square, and shop like a local with Avenida da Liberdade.

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Traveling by flight from Madrid to Lisbon takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Madrid to Lisbon. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Madrid in January; daily highs in Lisbon reach 17°C and lows reach 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Fri) early enough to travel to Tokyo.

Tokyo holds the status of most populous metropolitan area in the world--a fact you'll find tangible as you walk the bustling streets and explore its diverse neighborhoods and cultures.

Odaiba District and Art Jeunesse Akihabara are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Edo-Tokyo Museum and Tokyo National Museum will appeal to museum buffs. Next up on the itinerary: indulge in some personalized pampering at Waho-An NATURE Tokyo, take in the spiritual surroundings of Senso-ji Temple, visit Akihabara, and make a trip to Meiji Jingu Shrine.

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You can fly from Lisbon to Tokyo in 19 hours. You'll lose 9 hours traveling from Lisbon to Tokyo due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Lisbon in January, things will get a bit cooler in Tokyo: highs are around 11°C and lows about 1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Tue) early enough to travel to London.

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

For shopping fun, head to Gustamps or Covent Garden. National Gallery and Tower of London are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Step out of London with an excursion to Chutima Therapy in Brighton--about 1h 45 min away. And it doesn't end there: take an in-depth tour of Natural History Museum, ponder the world of politics at Houses of Parliament, don't miss a visit to Coca-Cola London Eye, and admire the landmark architecture of Westminster Abbey.

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Getting from Tokyo to London by flight takes about 15.5 hours. You'll gain 9 hours traveling from Tokyo to London due to the time zone difference. January in London sees daily highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) so you can travel to Cancun.

Few destinations in Mexico dazzle visitors quite like Cancun, a modern resort town filled with glitzy hotels sitting on picturesque and well-developed Caribbean beaches.

Escape the urban bustle at Akumal Beach and La Isla Shopping Village. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Cobá Zona Arqueológica Cobá and Museo de Ropa Etnica de Mexico - Murem. Venture out of the city with trips to Fatima Bay (in Puerto Aventuras) and Scuba & Snorkeling (in Playa del Carmen). And it doesn't end there: kick back and relax at Playa Delfines, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral de la Santisima Trinidad, and browse the eclectic array of goods at Mercado 28.

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Fly from London to Cancun in 13 hours. Traveling from London to Cancun, you'll gain 5 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from London in January, things will get much hotter in Cancun: highs are around 31°C and lows about 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.