2-Week Austria, Germany and Switzerland Tour Packages
Ever thought about taking two weeks to properly wander through Munich, Salzburg, and the Swiss Alps? You're cruising the Danube, riding those mountain railways straight up to Jungfraujoch, grabbing meals at historic Bavarian spots. Basically hopping between three countries where the German language connects everything but each place has its own mountain vibe going on.
Insider tips: Recommended 2-week Austria, Germany And Switzerland tour itineraries
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13 Day Central Europe Itinerary, incl. Zurich and Munich
13-day journey through Alps featuring 3 nights each at Bristol Zurich, Hotel Interlaken, Ibis Innsbruck, and Maritim Munich. Visit Black Forest, Neuschwanstein Castle, Swarovski Crystal Worlds, and Jungfraujoch with expert guides.
- Days 1-3
Zurich & Swiss Excursions
Base yourself in Zurich to explore northern Switzerland. Take a day trip to the Black Forest to watch traditional cuckoo clock-making and visit Rhine Falls. Book your Rhine Falls boat rides in the afternoon to avoid morning mist that could impact your photos. For Jungfraujoch, catch the first Eiger Express at 8:00 AM to avoid crowds and get the clearest views at the summit.
- Days 4-6
Interlaken & Alpine Adventures
Take the 2.5-hour train ride from Zurich to Interlaken. Plan a full day for the Zermatt and Gornergrat trip since it takes 6 hours each way. Visit Blausee Lake between 11:30 AM and 2 PM to enjoy lunch at the lakeside restaurant. The walking trails around the crystal-clear waters need good walking shoes.
- Days 7-9
Innsbruck & Tyrolean Alps
Travel to Innsbruck by train from Interlaken (5 hours). Visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds first thing to see the Giant's waterfall in morning light. A recent visitor shared: "The Crystal Cloud with its 800,000 floating crystals is best viewed just before sunset when the light creates magical rainbow effects."
- Days 10-13
Munich & Bavarian Highlights
Munich is your final destination (2 hours from Innsbruck). Book the 10:00 AM slot for Neuschwanstein Castle and take the shuttle to Marienbrücke for classic castle photos. On the Salzburg day trip, choose a right-side seat for great views of the Bavarian Alps. The Lake District weather is unpredictable so pack a light raincoat.
12 Days in Central Europe, incl. Vienna and Swiss Alps
The 12-day route through Austria, Germany, and Switzerland showcases Schönbrunn Palace, Mozart's birthplace, and Neuschwanstein Castle. A spectacular Glacier Express train ride, nights in St. Moritz, and dinner at Stanserhorn's rotating restaurant create unforgettable memories.
- Days 1-2
Vienna
Begin your journey in Austria's capital. Get to Schönbrunn Palace by 8:30 AM to avoid the crowds. You'll need 3-4 hours to explore the palace and gardens. Visit St. Charles' Church and Hofburg Palace in the afternoon. A recent visitor said: "The historical architecture of Vienna is incredible, but make sure to book your palace tickets online in advance to avoid long queues."
- Days 3-4
Salzburg
Take the 2.5-hour train from Vienna and stop at Melk Abbey along the way. Visit Sound of Music locations in the early morning before crowds arrive. Plan about 1.5 hours for Mozart's birthplace where you can catch live piano demonstrations. Local farm-to-table restaurants book up fast so reserve ahead.
- Days 5-6
Munich
The train ride from Salzburg takes 2 hours. Watch the Glockenspiel show at Marienplatz at 11 AM or noon. Set aside half a day for the Dachau Memorial. Take the S2 train there (25 minutes) and start early. Want a seat at the beer halls? Go at 5 PM before they get packed.
- Days 7-8
Bavaria to Innsbruck
It's about 2 hours by train from Munich to Neuschwanstein Castle. Book tickets at least 2 days ahead and arrive 45 minutes early. In Innsbruck take the cable car to the ski jump for great city views in the late afternoon. One visitor noted: "The Old Town walking tour is best in early morning before the day-trip crowds arrive."
- Days 9-10
Swiss Alps
Catch the morning train to St. Moritz (5 hours from Innsbruck). Book the famous Glacier Express to Andermatt in advance. Sit on the right side of the panorama cars for the best views. Bring motion sickness medication if needed. The route shows off Switzerland's most impressive mountain landscapes.
- Days 11-12
Lucerne & Stanserhorn
Explore Lucerne's medieval center on your last full day. Visit the Chapel Bridge at sunrise when it's quiet. Take the Stanserhorn cable car for dinner at the rotating restaurant at 6,000 feet. Book several weeks ahead. Finish in Zurich just 45 minutes away by train.
France and Swiss Alps Tour from Paris in 13 days
Mountains and medieval treasures combine in this tri-country adventure. From St. Gallen's UNESCO site to Vaduz Castle and Swiss mountain resorts, participants enjoy Glacier 3000's thrills, visit Heididorf village, and marvel at Rhine Falls, while staying in Leysin, Feldkirch, and Zurich near Lake Constance.
Paris France
10 miVersailles France
10 miParis France
171 miBeaune France
87 miLyon France
54 miChambery France
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Geneva Switzerland
32 miLausanne Switzerland
21 miGruyeres Switzerland
15 miFribourg Switzerland
16 miWattenwil Switzerland
6 miThun Switzerland
19 miBrienz Switzerland
9 miInterlaken Switzerland
71 miGandria Switzerland
11 miChiasso Switzerland
25 miBellinzona Switzerland
50 miAltdorf Switzerland
19 miLucerne Switzerland
20 miEinsiedeln Switzerland
36 miVaduz Liechtenstein
7 miFeldkirch Austria
16 miSt Gallen Switzerland
19 miKonstanz Germany
25 miRhine Falls Switzerland
21 miZurich Switzerland
16 miRapperswil Switzerland
16 miZurich Switzerland
