10-Day Austria and Italy Tour Packages
Ready to combine Austrian Alpine culture with Italian beauty? Explore Vienna or Salzburg, then south through Innsbruck and Brenner Pass into Italy. Could be Dolomites, Venice, Verona, Lake Garda. Or extend to Florence or Rome if moving quickly. Both countries are gorgeous, with mountains, lakes, cities, food, wine, and they connect naturally.
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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.
- 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.
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.
- 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.
Classical Symphony with Budapest GO
This 9-day trip covers 8 destinations across Italy, Austria, and Hungary, from Rome's Colosseum and Imperial Forums to Budapest's lively Váci utca district. A boat trip crosses the Giudecca Canal to Venice's island, then later a cruise on Traunsee Lake passes four castles near Traunkirchen, and you'll see Salzburg's Renaissance center sitting below its grand fortress. Comfortable hotels in Rome, Salzburg, and Vienna's districts include breakfast buffet throughout.
Rome Italy
2 miVatican City Vatican City (Holy See)
2 miRome Italy
143 miFlorence Italy
126 miVenice Italy
2 miMurano Italy
5 miMestre Italy
4 miShow 4 more
Venice Italy
133 miInnsbruck Austria
47 miKitzbuhel Austria
39 miSalzburg Austria
18 miSankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut Austria
17 miTraunkirchen Austria
5 miGmunden Austria
120 miVienna Austria
133 miBudapest Hungary
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Alpe-Adria-Radweg, Salzburg - Grado
Grand Odyssey Rome to Vienna - 8 days
Alpine Crossing from Tegernsee to Sterzing - individual
From Füssen to Merano
What people love about 10-day Austria and Italy tours
Our travel experience was nothing short of exceptional from start to finish. Communication prior to departure was timely, thorough, and professional, with all the necessary travel details clearly laid out. From the moment we met our guide, Nigel, at Venice Marco Polo Airport, we felt warmly welcomed and fully supported. Throughout the week, Nigel provided clear guidance with a consistently positive and engaging energy that set the tone for a relaxed and well-organized adventure. The daily hikes were thoughtfully curated; each one unique, awe-inspiring, and designed to showcase the natural beauty and cultural richness of the region. The routes reflected a deep respect for local traditions and landscapes, offering both variety and meaningful experiences. Our free day was a highlight in itself; we chose to rent e-bikes and cycle into Austria, which turned out to be a perfect blend of fun, exploration, and rejuvenation. A heartfelt thank you to Nigel, whose presence made all the difference. He went above and beyond, anticipating the needs of every traveler with a rare combination of attentiveness, humor, empathy, and deep local knowledge. His storytelling and cultural insights added depth to each destination, and he created a warm and inclusive atmosphere that made everyone feel at ease. We returned home not only deeply satisfied with the quality of the walking experience, but also enriched by the connections we made with our fellow travelers. We’re already looking forward to our next adventure!
Hiking in the Dolomites
