Germany Austria & Italy 13 days

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Day 01: Arrive Munich

Arrive at Munich and Munich. Visit to BMW Welt, the BMW Museum (10 am to 6 pm). Overnight in Munich.

Day 02: Munich Sightseeing

After breakfast start exploring this vibrant city by a 48-hour hop-on, hop-off bus ticket; discover and admire the stunning historic city center, the Main Station, Odeonsplatz, the Opera, Maximilian Street, the Food Market, Stachus, the Pinakotheken, Nymphenburg Castle, Neuhausen, Olympia Park, Schwabing, the English Garden, Haidhausen. Overnight in Munich.

Day 03: Neuschwanstein – Hohenschwangau Castle 

To the Bavarian Alps. After breakfast escape into the Bavarian countryside and visit two of Germany’s highlight castles in one day. Experience a truly royal day and see two of King Ludwig II's fairy-tale castles: Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau. The King created with Neuschwanstein one of the most impressive castles in Europe. (Entrance Fee for both Castles must be purchased from the guide. If you prefer not to visit the interior, you will have free time. The tour does include walking and stairs). After the tour, back to München. Evening visit the world famous Munich famous Beer Halls. Overnight in Munich.

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Day 03: Munich – Garmisch Partenkirchen – Eibsee and Germany’s highest Peak 

Take a train to Garmisch Partenkirchen. Upon arrival, transfer to Zugspitze Mountain Railway and visit the mesmerising glass water Lake Eibsee. Later take a super modern cable car and visit the Germany’s highest Peak, the Zugspitze (3000 mtrs) for the breathtakingly beautiful mountain experiences. A mountain railway toGermany’s highest peak, the construction of the Zugspitze cable car is one of the great milestones. (Cable car ticket to be purchase separately (Approx ticket price EUR 

Day 04: Munich – Salzburg by train – Sightseeing tour and Salzburg City 

Train to Salzburg. Upon arrival, join the day tour to Hallstatt - Located right on the shores of Lake Hallstatt, this small town is considered one of the most beautiful lake side villages in the world. Not only does it captivate with its fairytale-like atmosphere, Hallstatt also has a rich history that dates back to the Neolithic Age. The drive through picturesque towns such as Fuschl, St. Gilgen and Strobl takes around 1.5 hours. During our 2.5 hours stay in Hallstatt you can explore the town at your own leisure. The trip back to Salzburg takes us through Gosau, Russbach and Abtenau. Overnight in Salzburg.

In the afternoon, explore Salzburg Old town and Castle on foot on your own. Overnight in Salzburg.

Day 05: Salzburg to Innsbruck - Swarovski Crystallwalt

Take a train to Innsbruck, the city located on River Inn. Upon arrival, explore the Innsbruck by Hop on Hop off bus; visit the Maria Theresa Strasse and Golden Roof. Later visit to the world famous Swarovski Crystallwalt at Wattens. Overnight in Innsbruck.

Day 06: Innsbruck to Venice by train

Arrive in Venice by train at Santa Lucia train station. 

Start your exploration of Venice by wandering through the streets and alleys, getting lost, and enjoying the unique atmosphere of the city. Visit the Rialto Bridge, one of Venice's iconic landmarks. You can also explore the Rialto Market, which is nearby.

Later Visit St. Mark's Square (Piazza San Marco) and explore its famous landmarks: St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale), and the Campanile (bell tower). 

Take a gondola ride if you wish. It's a quintessential Venetian experience but can be quite expensive. 

In the evening, take a leisurely stroll along the Grand Canal or explore the narrow canals and alleyways of Venice at night. The city takes on a magical quality after dark.

Day 07: Venice to Milan

Venice to Milan by high speed train. Milan is known as the non-official capital of Italy, the place where everything happens. The city is a center for business, shopping, fashion, and culture, as well as medieval art and beautiful architecture. 

Make the most of your day in Milan with visits to the top sites. Start at the Cathedral, which took nearly 600 years to complete and whose shiny marble facade and striking late Gothic architecture make it the symbolic monument of Milan. The massive church is the largest in Italy and the fourth-largest in the world.

Continue to the Galleria Vittorio Emmanuelle II, a cross-section covered pedestrian shopping area which houses historic restaurants, bars, and trendy shops. The building is famous for its ornate mosaic floors and skylight roof windows. 

Day 08: Lake Como

After breakfast head out for a full day on Lake Como (own arrangements), Italy's third-biggest lake. The area is known for its upscale resorts, dramatic landscapes, and views of the Alps. Start your day with a a tourist boat north to the resort town of Bellagio, which sits on a promontory which juts into the lake. Explore the cobbled streets and elegant neighbourhoods, then enjoy lunch at a lakefront restaurant. In the afternoon visit the terraced 18th-century gardens of the Villa Serbelloni Park for views of the lake before sailing to the opposite shore to Cadenabbia. From here, catch a transfer back to Milan in time for a relaxed evening stroll to the neighborhood wine bar.

Day 09: Milan to Florence, the Renaissance Jewel

Take a train to Florence. After checking into your hotel, enjoy a guided walk around the city. 

Visit Palazzo Pitti, and Piazza della Signoria. Visit Academia and Uffizi, the world famous museum which showcases the best of artefacts by Michelangelo. Hear the stories behind Michelangelo’s ‘David’ at the Academia, marvel at the massive Duomo, and step inside the palatial Uffizi Gallery, all without waiting in the notoriously long lines. 

Visit the Florence Duomo or Santa Maria del Fiore, designed by Arnolfo di Cambio, is the third largest church in the world (after St. Peter's in Rome and St. Paul's in London) and was the largest church in Europe when it was completed in the 15th century. It is 153 metres long, 90 metres wide at the crossing, and 90 metres high from the floor to the bottom of the lantern. The third and last cathedral of Florence, it was dedicated to Santa Maria del Fiore, the Virgin of the Flower, in 1412, a clear allusion to the lily, the symbol of the city of Florence.

In the evening visit the Michelangelo Point for a beautiful bird’s eye view of Florence City and Duomo

Day 10: Florence – House of Medici and Leaning tower of Pisa

Today, visit one the Wonders of the World, the leaning tower of Pisa & Squares of Miracles located in Pisa town. 

Visit the House of Medici

Visit the the Palazzo Medici, also called the Palazzo Medici Riccardi (tickets not included) after the later family that acquired and expanded it. It is a Renaissance palace located in Florence. 

The first Medici palace, the home of Cosimo the Elder and Lorenzo the Magnificent and the workplace of artists of the calibre of Donatello, Michelangelo, Paolo Uccello, Benozzo Gozzoli and Botticelli. The Renaissance house… where it all began.

Day 11: Florence to Rome – Hop on Hop off 

Take a train to Rome, one of the world’s most ancient city and capital of Italy. 

Upon arrival, take a hop on Hop off bus to experience Rome in its full glamour. Visit the beautiful Trevi Fountains, where the legend goes that tossing a coin over your shoulder gets you back to Rome. See the gigantic Colosseum – symbol of Rome from outside, we continue and drive past the Victor Emmanuel Monument, the Roman Forum, and several more sights of this remarkable city. 

Day 12: Rome – Vatican and Sistine Chapel

After breakfast, Visit the Vatican. It’s the chair of Christianity around the world and hope of the Pope. It’s the smallest country in the world with its own currency and constitution in the middle of Rome. Also visit the world famous Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel.

Later visit the grand St. Peters Basilica, world largest Cathedral designed by Michelangelo famous for its exquisite sculptures, paitings and the dome. 

Day 13: Rome, departure 

As per your flight time, transfer from your Hotel to Rome Airport for your departure flight. 

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