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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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9 Days in the Alps, incl. Innsbruck and Interlaken
A 4-day cultural fusion runs from Innsbruck's Tyrolean shows to Lake Garda's shores. Highlights include Brenner Pass rail journey, Schloss Ambras castle, and Malcesine Monte Baldo cable car views, with boutique 4-star lodging.
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- Days 1-2
  Innsbruck
  Start in Austria's mountain capital. Take the cable car to Top of Innsbruck early on your first full day. Morning rides usually have shorter lines and better visibility. Bring layers since mountain temperatures can be quite different from the city center. Spend your afternoon at the Tyrolean Folk Show with dinner included. Make sure to try local dishes like Tiroler Gröstl in the historic Altstadt before the show.
- Days 3-4
  Lake Garda
  The train ride from Innsbruck to Lake Garda through the Brenner Pass takes about 4 hours. Choose a seat on the right side for great mountain views. Stay near the lake for easy access to water activities. Visit the Funivia Malcesine Monte Baldo cable car before 10 AM or after 3 PM to avoid crowds. Take the boat tour with Bardolino wine tasting to get a good feel for local wines.
- Days 5-6
  Lake Como
  Take a morning train from Garda to Como through northern Italy's countryside. Skip the tourist spots on the waterfront and walk a few blocks into town for better, cheaper restaurants. Take the funicular up to Brunate for amazing lake views. Bring a light jacket since it gets cooler at the top.
- Days 7-9
  Interlaken
  The train ride to Interlaken offers beautiful views of the Swiss Alps and Bernese Oberland. Check the weather before booking your Jungfraujoch trip. It's expensive, so you'll want good visibility. Plan your Harder Kulm funicular visit carefully since it closes early in the evening.
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