10-Day Austria and Italy Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 10-day Austria And Italy itineraries

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• 9 Day Central Europe Itinerary, incl. Rome and Budapest

  The route connects Austria and Italy's iconic sites over 8 days, from Rome's Imperial Forums to Vienna's palaces. Highlights include Florence's Ponte Vecchio, Venice's Murano Glass Factory, and Salzburg's Mozart heritage, plus Lake Traunsee cruise.

  

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  • Day 1

    Start your Italian adventure in Rome

    where your first dinner should be on Via Cavour. Get there around 7:00 PM to beat the tourist rush. The next morning tackle Imperial Rome before it gets hot. Book your Vatican Museums visit for 11:00 AM when the morning crowds thin out. Later visit Trastevere and walk up to Gianicolo Hill to watch the sunset before dinner.

    
  • Day 2

    Florence is just 2.5 hours from Rome

    Visit Piazzale Michelangelo in late afternoon for the best photo light. The historic center has some steep walks and gets crowded so wear good shoes and watch your belongings. Find authentic Tuscan food in the San Lorenzo area where fewer tourists venture.

    
  • Day 3

    Venice is about 3 hours from Florence

    across the Apennines. Take the vaporetto to explore the city. A recent visitor shared: "The water bus from Mestre saved us time and money compared to private water taxis." Visit Murano early for a more personal look at the glassmaking.

    
  • Day 4

    The Alpine journey to Salzburg via Innsbruck

    takes about 4 hours. Stop for lunch in Innsbruck's Old Town and visit pretty Kitzbühel. If you're traveling in a small group consider the train instead of bus for better mountain views.

    
  • Day 5

    Spend your Salzburg morning exploring Mozart sites

    Take the lake cruise at Traunsee and sit on the right side to see the castles. Then it's 3 hours to Vienna.

    
  • Day 6

    Get your bearings in Vienna with a morning city tour

    Choose between Schönbrunn Palace or Belvedere for the afternoon since seeing both would be rushed. End your day in Grinzing at a traditional Heuriger wine tavern.

    
  • Day 7

    The 3-hour trip to Budapest crosses Hungary's plains

    Start with a Danube cruise to understand the city layout. Plan ahead to book a traditional Magyar dinner show for your final night.

    

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• 9 Day Central Europe Itinerary, incl. Rome and Budapest

  A 9-day cultural immersion spans Italy's Rome, Florence, and Venice, continuing to Austria and Hungary. Highlights include the Vatican Museums, Florence's Uffizi Gallery, and Venice's Murano glass workshops.

  

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  • Day 1

    Rome

    Start in the Eternal City. Book Vatican Museum tickets online before your trip to secure your spot. Visit by 8 AM to avoid crowds. Spend your afternoon exploring the Colosseum area. Try a migrant-led walking tour to discover Rome's lesser-known spots.

    
  • Day 2

    Rome to Florence

    Take the 4-hour morning train to Florence. Pick a window seat on the right for the best views of the Tuscan countryside. Head to Piazza del Duomo when you arrive. The afternoon light makes for great photos. Visit Ponte Vecchio in early evening when it's less crowded.

    
  • Day 3

    Florence

    Focus on Renaissance art and Tuscan food. Book 8:15 AM Uffizi Gallery tickets to skip the long lines. "The food tour was a highlight—learning about Tuscan wine and trying local specialties made Florence come alive," one traveler noted. If you finish Florence's main sights early, take a half-day trip to Siena.

    
  • Day 4

    Florence to Venice

    Take the 2.5-hour morning train to Venice. Store your bags at the station for €7-8 each. It's tough to drag luggage through Venice's narrow streets and bridges. Buy a vaporetto pass for better value than single tickets. Visit St. Mark's Square later in the day when cruise crowds leave.

    
  • Day 5

    Venice to Ljubljana

    The minibus takes about 3 hours. Stay near the Triple Bridge in Ljubljana for convenient access. Watch the sunset from Ljubljana Castle. Lake Bled makes a nice side trip if you have time.

    
  • Days 6-7

    Ljubljana to Vienna

    The 5-hour bus ride to Vienna requires snacks. Spend two days in Austria's capital. Visit the Naschmarkt before 3 PM when vendors start to close. Get €10 standing tickets at the State Opera if you don't mind waiting in line for 90 minutes.

    
  • Days 8-9

    Vienna to Budapest

    Take the 4-hour scenic train along the Danube. Book accommodation in District V for easy sightseeing. Visit Széchenyi Baths before 10 AM to avoid crowds. "Budapest was a highlight—the ruin bars in the Jewish Quarter are a must-visit for nightlife," according to one review.

    

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• 8 Days in Italy & Austria, incl. Rome and Vienna

  The cultural route spans 8 days across Italy and Austria, featuring Rome's Imperial Forums, Florence's Ponte Vecchio, and Venice's St. Mark's Square. A scenic path leads through Austrian Alps to Salzburg and Vienna, including a lake cruise past historic castles.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Rome

    Start in Rome with an evening stroll along Via Cavour where you'll find plenty of great restaurants. Get to the Colosseum early at 8:30 AM to avoid the crowds. Take a 3-hour tour of Imperial Rome's main sites before heading to Vatican City around 11 AM. Book your Vatican Museum tickets online to skip the long afternoon lines. Spend your evening in Trastevere where you can find some of Rome's most authentic restaurants.

    
  • Day 3

    Florence

    The bus ride from Rome takes about 3 hours. Visit Piazzale Michelangelo in the late afternoon for the best views of the city. Take an evening walk through the historic center to see the Ponte Vecchio and Duomo. A quick tip: Bring good walking shoes because Florence's old streets can get slippery when wet.

    
  • Day 4

    Venice

    Take a boat to the main island after your arrival. Try to avoid St. Mark's Square between 10 AM and 4 PM when it's most crowded. Watch the interesting Murano glass-making demonstration to learn about local crafts. Stay in Mestre on the mainland to save money. It's only 15 minutes by bus to Venice.

    
  • Day 5

    Innsbruck to Salzburg

    Drive through beautiful Alpine scenery. You can easily walk around Innsbruck's historic center. Stop in Kitzbühel to see a typical Tyrolean ski village. Bring a light jacket since mountain weather changes quickly. You'll reach Salzburg in the evening.

    
  • Day 6

    Austrian Lakes

    Take a scenic drive from Salzburg through the lake district. Go on a boat cruise on Traunsee Lake to see four castles and mountain views. The light on the lake makes for great photos.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Vienna

    Start with a morning tour of Vienna's grand boulevards and palaces. In the evening visit the Grinzing district to try its traditional wine taverns. Watch your step on the cobblestones if you're out late. The tour ends after breakfast on day 8.

    

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