2-Week Austria, Italy and Switzerland Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 2-week Austria, Italy And Switzerland itineraries

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• 14 Day Central Europe Itinerary, incl. Prague and Vienna

  A 14-day grand tour winds through Austria, Italy, and Switzerland, showcasing iconic sites from Innsbruck's Golden Roof to Florence's Ponte Vecchio. The route features Alpine wonders at Grindelwald's suspended bridge and includes a castle cruise on Lake Traunsee, with nights at carefully chosen hotels.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Prague

    Start your Prague Castle visit at 8:30 AM to get ahead of the crowds. Take the Vltava River cruise in late afternoon for the best photos of Charles Bridge. Skip the tourist spots in Old Town Square and eat in Vinohrady where locals go for better food at lower prices.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Bavaria & Austrian Alps

    The drive from Prague to Munich takes 4.5 hours. Pack light layers for Innsbruck since mountain weather changes quickly. Book the first morning slot at the Swarovski Museum and go straight to the Giant Crystal chamber to avoid crowds.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Swiss Highlights

    Wear proper walking shoes for Grindelwald the suspension bridge can get slippery. Set aside 2-3 hours for Lucerne. Choose a right-side seat on the bus for the best Lake Como views. Be ready for uphill walking at Bellinzona castles and take it slow in hot weather.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Rome Deep Dive

    Take the 9 AM tourist train in Pisa to skip long lines. Book the Vatican Museums tour ahead of time or you might wait 3+ hours. You'll get about 2 hours in Trastevere enough time for dinner and a quick walk around.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Artistic Cities

    Visit Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence at sunset for spectacular views. If staying in Mestre get a multi-day transport pass for the 20-minute bus ride into Venice.

    
  • Days 11-12

    Alpine Austria

    Consider motion sickness pills for the winding mountain drive from Salzburg to St. Wolfgang. Have a backup plan for the lake cruise since it depends on weather. A recent traveler shared: "The Traunsee boat trip was a highlight but bring a windbreaker it gets chilly on deck even in summer."

    
  • Days 13-14

    Imperial Vienna

    Get to the Grinzing wine taverns by 7 PM they fill up quickly. Wear comfortable shoes for touring Vienna's historic center you'll walk on lots of cobblestones.

    

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• 14 Days in Europe, incl. Barcelona and Vienna

  This 14-day mountain odyssey connects Austria, Italy, and Switzerland featuring Glacier 3000, Chillon Castle, and Traunsee Lake cruise. Accommodations include Harrys Home Schweiz while expert guides lead tours from Florence to Vienna.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Barcelona & Catalonia

    Start in Barcelona with Gaudi's masterpieces and Las Ramblas. Book your Sagrada Familia tickets well before your trip to avoid the long lines that often stretch over 2 hours. On your second day, visit Girona's historic Jewish quarter and cathedral. Plan to see these spots in late afternoon when sunlight illuminates the colorful riverside houses.

    
  • Days 3-4

    French Provence to Swiss Alps

    Travel through Provence to see Roman-era Arles and the Carrières des Lumières art show in old quarries. Stay overnight in Chambéry before visiting Geneva's lake area. Stop at Maison Cailler for chocolate tasting but get there early before tour groups arrive. End your day in Leysin in the Alps.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Switzerland to Northern Italy

    Take the cable car to Glacier 3000 for mountain views. Check the weather first since morning visibility is usually clearer. Visit Interlaken and Lucerne on your way to Zurich. The next day, cross the Alps to Italian-speaking Bellinzona and continue to Milan.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Rome's Ancient Heart

    See Pisa's leaning tower using the tourist train to avoid extra walking. Then head to Rome for a full city tour the next day. A recent visitor shared: "Book the optional Vatican Museums tour - the skip-the-line access saved us hours of waiting in the summer heat."

    
  • Days 9-10

    Florence & Venice

    See Florence's Renaissance art from Piazzale Michelangelo. In Venice, take a boat to St. Mark's Square and visit a Murano glass workshop. Stay in Mestre on the mainland with easy 15-minute train access to Venice.

    
  • Days 11-12

    Austrian Alps & Lakes

    Enter Austria through Innsbruck where you can try local dishes like Tiroler Gröstl for lunch. Continue to Salzburg. Take a lake cruise past four castles on Traunsee before arriving in Vienna.

    
  • Days 13-14

    Imperial Vienna

    Take a guided tour of Vienna's grand boulevards and palaces. Visit Grinzing's traditional wine taverns in the evening. Plan for about 30 minutes travel time from central Vienna to reach this outer district.

    

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• 13 Days in the Alps, incl. Munich and Zurich

  A 13-day route highlights Austria, Italy, and Switzerland featuring Innsbruck's Golden Roof, the UNESCO Dolomites, and St. Moritz. The journey includes Novacella Abbey, Lake Carezza, and iconic rail journeys on the Bernina Express and Glacier Express.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Munich & Bavarian Alps

    Arrive in Munich by mid-afternoon to explore historic Marienplatz. "Getting there early morning before the tour groups was key to really enjoying the square's architecture." On Day 2, visit Linderhof Castle. Get there early since parking fills up fast during peak season. Drive about 3 hours to Innsbruck through the Inn Valley.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Austrian & Italian Dolomites

    Travel from Austrian to Italian Tyrol and stop at Novacella Abbey. The drive to Cortina d'Ampezzo takes around 4 hours with stops. "Watching the colors change on the Dolomites at sunset was humbling." The next day, drive through Falzarego and Pordoi passes to Lake Carezza. Get there before 10 AM to see the lake's famous rainbow colors.

    
  • Days 5-7

    St. Moritz & Bernina Express

    Head into Switzerland's Engadine Valley for two nights in St. Moritz. Your travel pass includes local transport. Take the Bernina Express train to Tirano with seats on the right side for the best views. "Layer up even in summer; the temperature drops significantly at higher altitudes."

    
  • Days 8-9

    Italian Lakes & Turin

    Visit Lake Como before going to Turin. Bring good walking shoes for Turin's cobblestone streets. "Turin surprised us with its elegant architecture and amazing food scene." Watch out for heavy morning traffic when leaving Como.

    
  • Days 10-11

    Zermatt & Glacier Express

    Visit car-free Zermatt under the Matterhorn. Store big bags in Täsch and take the shuttle train up. Book the Glacier Express to Andermatt in advance, including lunch onboard. "Sit on the left side heading east for the best valley views."

    
  • Days 12-13

    Lucerne & Zurich

    Drive over Brünig Pass to Interlaken and stop for Jungfrau massif photos. Visit Bern's Bear Park on your way to Zurich. "The Old Town walking tour in Lucerne was best done early evening when day-trippers had left." Schedule your Zurich departure after 11 AM to avoid traffic.

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