14-Day City Experiences Itinerary for Switzerland, Italy, Croatia, Budapest, Prague and Germany

• Day 1: Lungern, Switzerland
  1 hour 20 mins (77.7 km) from Zurich Airport

  A small village located in the heart of Switzerland, Lungern is a great place to start off your trip. Visit the Lungern Lake for a relaxing walk or hike up to the Stäubenfall waterfall for breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps.

• Day 2-4: Rome, Italy
  1 hour 30 mins (130 km) from Naples

  Rome, the capital of Italy, is a must-see for any traveler. Visit iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum, Vatican City, and the Pantheon. Don't forget to indulge in some delicious Italian cuisine.

• Day 5-7: Dubrovnik, Croatia
  3 hours 25 mins (269 km) from Split Airport

  Dubrovnik, also known as the "Pearl of the Adriatic", is a breathtaking city on the coast of Croatia. Explore the Old Town, walk along the City Walls, and take a cable car up to the Mount Srđ for panoramic views of the city.

• Day 8-9: Budapest, Hungary
  45 mins (24.9 km) from Budapest Airport

  Budapest is a vibrant city divided by the Danube River. Visit the Parliament Building, the Buda Castle, and relax in one of the thermal baths Hungary is famous for.

• Day 10-12: Prague, Czech Republic
  40 mins (16 km) from Prague Airport

  Prague is a city full of charm and history. Visit the Prague Castle, stroll across the Charles Bridge, and visit the famous Astronomical Clock. Don't forget to enjoy some Czech beer and food.

• Day 13-14: Salzburg, Austria / Munich, Germany
  15 mins (10 km) from Salzburg Airport / 1 hour 30 mins (124 km) from Munich Airport

  Choose between visiting Salzburg in the heart of the Austrian Alps famous for The Sound of Music or Munich, the capital of Bavaria in Germany which boasts beautiful architecture and parks such as Nymphenburg Palace and the English Garden.

Time and Costs Estimates:

• Rome Colosseum (2-3 hours, €14)
• Vatican City (3-4 hours, €30 for a 3-day pass)
• Dubrovnik City Walls (2-3 hours, 200 HRK)
• Thermal Baths in Budapest (2-3 hours, 5000-6000 HUF)
• Prague Castle (2-3 hours, 250 CZK)
• Salzburg Fortress (2-3 hours, €12)
• Munich Nymphenburg Palace (2-3 hours, €12)
• Total Estimated Costs: €118 per person

Transportation:

While traveling within most of the cities, walking is a great option as many attractions are located close to each other. For longer journeys, consider taking trains or buses to save time and travel costs, especially for intercity travel. The estimated cost for intercity train travel is €30-50 and bus travel is €20-30.

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, consider visiting other cities in Switzerland (such as Zurich), Italy (such as Florence), or Germany (such as Berlin). If you have less time, consider skipping one of the cities such as Munich or Salzburg.

Airports:

The major airports in this itinerary are Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Switzerland, Naples International Airport (NAP) in Italy, Split Airport (SPL) in Croatia, Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) in Hungary, Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG) in Czech Republic, Salzburg Airport (SZG) in Austria, and Munich Airport (MUC) in Germany. Every airport has excellent connections with the city center or public transport.