7-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Germany, Switzerland, Netherlands, Italy in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Amsterdam, Netherlands
    30 minutes (8.2 km) from Schiphol Airport

    Start your trip in Amsterdam by exploring the Van Gogh Museum which houses the largest collection of Van Gogh's paintings in the world. Afterwards, take a stroll through the Vondelpark and enjoy a picnic by the lake.

  2. Day 2: Lucerne, Switzerland
    1.5 hours flight (600 km) from Amsterdam

    Lucerne is a beautiful city nestled in the Swiss Alps. Visit the iconic Chapel Bridge and Water Tower, then take a scenic boat ride on Lake Lucerne. Later in the day, enjoy the views from Mount Pilatus via a cogwheel train ride.

  3. Day 3: Munich, Germany
    4 hours train ride (300 km) from Lucerne

    Start your day with a visit to the famous Marienplatz to witness the Glockenspiel chime. Enjoy some Bavarian cuisine at the Viktualienmarkt and wash it down with a beer at the Hofbräuhaus. Take a stroll through the English Garden and admire the beautiful fall foliage.

  4. Day 4: Venice, Italy
    6 hours train ride (500 km) from Munich

    Explore the canals of Venice by taking a gondola ride and visit the famous St. Mark's Basilica. Walk across the Rialto Bridge and browse the shops in the surrounding area. End your day with a delicious Italian meal in one of the city's many restaurants.

  5. Day 5: Florence, Italy
    2 hours train ride (250 km) from Venice

    Visit the Uffizi Gallery to see some of the world's most famous Renaissance art. Take a stroll through the Boboli Gardens and enjoy the views of the city. End your day with a wine tasting at one of the many vineyards surrounding Florence.

  6. Day 6: Rome, Italy
    1.5 hours train ride (280 km) from Florence

    Visit the Colosseum and immerse yourself in the history of ancient Rome. Take a tour of the Vatican City and admire the beautiful artwork inside St. Peter's Basilica. End your day with a delicious Italian meal in one of the city's many restaurants.

  7. Day 7: Zurich, Switzerland
    3 hours train ride (250 km) from Rome

    Visit the Swiss National Museum to learn about the history and culture of Switzerland. Take a stroll through the old town and admire the beautiful architecture. End your day with a delicious Swiss fondue dinner.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Van Gogh Museum (2 hours, €19)
  • Vondelpark (2 hours, free)
  • Chapel Bridge (1 hour, free)
  • Lake Lucerne boat ride (2 hours, €50)
  • Mount Pilatus cogwheel train ride (3 hours, €72)
  • Marienplatz (2 hours, free)
  • Viktualienmarkt (1 hour, €15)
  • Hofbräuhaus (1 hour, €20)
  • St. Mark's Basilica (2 hours, free)
  • Rialto Bridge (1 hour, free)
  • Uffizi Gallery (3 hours, €20)
  • Boboli Gardens (2 hours, €6)
  • Colosseum (2 hours, €16)
  • Vatican City Tour (3 hours, €40)
  • Swiss National Museum (2 hours, €10)
  • Swiss Fondue Dinner (2 hours, €30)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €360
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