15-Day European Journey: From New Delhi to Austria, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Amsterdam, and Back

Day 1: Arrival Vienna

Vienna, Austria on May 25, 2025

9:00am

Arrival and Hotel Check-in

Arrive in Vienna, check into your hotel and rest after the international flight.
€0, 2h0m

11:00am

Breakfast at Café Central

Enjoy a traditional Viennese breakfast including pastries and coffee at the historic Café Central, open from 8:00am to 10:30pm.
€15, 1h0m

12:30pm

St. Stephen’s Cathedral

Visit the iconic St. Stephen’s Cathedral in central Vienna, a Gothic masterpiece with stunning views from the tower, open 6:00am to 10:00pm.
€5, 1h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Gasthaus Pöschl

Taste authentic Austrian dishes like Wiener Schnitzel at this popular local eatery, open 11:30am to 10:00pm.
€20, 1h0m

3:30pm

Schönbrunn Palace

Explore the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens, open 8:30am to 5:30pm. Book tickets in advance for the Grand Tour.
€25, 2h30m

6:30pm

Dinner at Plachutta Wollzeile

Dine on traditional Viennese boiled beef (Tafelspitz), a city specialty, at this renowned restaurant open till 10:00pm.
€40, 1h30m
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Day 2: Vienna Museums

Vienna, Austria on May 26, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Demel

Enjoy famous Viennese pastries and coffee at the historic Demel patisserie, open 8:00am to 7:00pm.
€15, 1h0m

9:30am

Belvedere Palace

Visit the Belvedere Palace complex, home to Klimt's 'The Kiss' and beautiful baroque architecture, open 10:00am to 6:00pm.
€16, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Naschmarkt

Enjoy diverse food stalls and local Austrian delicacies at this famous market, open till evening.
€20, 1h0m

1:30pm

Kunsthistorisches Museum

Explore one of the world’s finest art museums including works by Bruegel and Titian, open 10:00am to 6:00pm.
€20, 2h0m

4:00pm

Coffee at Café Sacher

Try Vienna’s original Sachertorte and coffee, open till midnight.
€12, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Figlmüller

Enjoy the famous Wiener Schnitzel at Figlmüller, near St. Stephen’s Cathedral, open till 11:00pm.
€30, 1h30m
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Day 3: Travel to Munich

Munich, Germany on May 27, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have a hearty breakfast before check-out.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Train to Munich

Take a direct train from Vienna to Munich, approximately 4 hours. Enjoy scenic views en route.
€50, 4h0m

12:30pm

Hotel check-in and lunch

Check into your hotel and then have lunch at Viktualienmarkt, a famous food market with local Bavarian treats.
€20, 1h30m

2:30pm

Marienplatz and Glockenspiel

Visit Munich’s central square and watch the Glockenspiel show at 3:00pm, open year-round.
Free, 1h0m

3:30pm

Munich Residenz Museum

Explore the former royal palace with its lavish rooms and treasury, open 9:00am to 6:00pm.
€10, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Hofbräuhaus

Experience traditional Bavarian cuisine and beer at the iconic Hofbräuhaus, open till midnight.
€30, 1h30m
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Day 4: Munich to Neuschwanstein

Füssen/Neuschwanstein, Germany on May 28, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start with an early breakfast before heading out.
Included, 1h0m

8:00am

Day trip to Neuschwanstein Castle

Take a 2-hour train and bus journey to the iconic Neuschwanstein Castle. Tickets are required in advance and the castle is open 9:00am to 6:00pm.
€15, 7h0m

12:00pm

Castle Tour and Lunch

Tour the breathtaking castle interiors followed by lunch at a local tavern nearby offering Bavarian specialties.
€25, 2h0m

3:00pm

Return to Munich

Travel back to Munich by train and bus.
Included, 2h0m

6:00pm

Relax and Dinner

Freshen up and have dinner at Schneider Bräuhaus, serving classic Bavarian food, open till 11:00pm.
€30, 1h30m
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Day 5: Munich to Zurich

Zurich, Switzerland on May 29, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Breakfast and preparation for check-out.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Train from Munich to Zurich

Board train with scenic Alpine views on the 4-hour journey to Zurich, Switzerland.
CHF 60, 4h0m

12:30pm

Hotel check-in and Lunch

Check-in and enjoy lunch at Zeughauskeller, known for Swiss flair and local dishes, open 11:30am to 11:00pm.
CHF 25, 1h30m

2:00pm

Lake Zurich Promenade

Leisurely stroll along Lake Zurich, taking in views and the fresh Alpine air.
Free, 1h0m

3:30pm

Visit Old Town (Altstadt)

Explore Zurich’s historic center with charming medieval lanes and shops.
Free, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Swiss Chuchi

Try authentic fondue and raclette at Swiss Chuchi, open till 10:00pm.
CHF 40, 1h30m
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Day 6: Zurich to Lucerne and Mount Pilatus

Lucerne, Switzerland on May 30, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Early satisfying breakfast for a busy day ahead.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Train to Lucerne

Take a 1-hour train from Zurich to picturesque Lucerne.
CHF 25, 1h0m

10:00am

Mount Pilatus Excursion

Take the boat to Alpnachstad and then the world’s steepest cogwheel railway up to Mount Pilatus. Open 8:30am to 5:00pm.
CHF 72, 4h0m

2:30pm

Lunch at Pilatus Kulm Hotel

Enjoy stunning panorama with Swiss cuisine at the mountaintop restaurant.
CHF 35, 1h0m

3:30pm

Return to Lucerne and walk Chapel Bridge

Explore Lucerne’s famous covered wooden bridge and old town area.
Free, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant Fritschi

Sample traditional Swiss-German dishes in the heart of Lucerne, open till 10:00pm.
CHF 40, 1h30m

8:00pm

Train back to Zurich

Return to Zurich to stay overnight.
CHF 25, 1h0m
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Day 7: Zurich to Milan

Milan, Italy on May 31, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start with a good breakfast to prepare for the journey.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Train Zurich to Milan

Board the scenic 3.5-hour train ride through the Alps via the Gotthard Base Tunnel.
€60, 3h30m

12:00pm

Hotel check-in and lunch at Luini

Check in, then try Milan’s famous panzerotti at Luini near the Duomo, open till 7:30pm.
€10, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Duomo di Milano

Explore the iconic Milan Cathedral and rooftop terraces, open 9:00am to 7:00pm.
€15, 2h0m

3:30pm

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Walk through Italy’s elegant shopping arcade adjacent to the Duomo, open till late evening.
Free, 1h0m

5:00pm

Visit Sforza Castle

Explore the castle grounds and museums, open 7:00am to 7:30pm.
€5, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Ristorante Da Giacomo

Enjoy refined Milanese cuisine in an elegant setting, open till 11:00pm.
€40, 1h30m
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Day 8: Milan to Venice

Venice, Italy on June 1, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Early breakfast before departure.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Train to Venice

Travel from Milan to Venice in about 2.5 hours by train.
€40, 2h30m

11:00am

Hotel check-in and Light Lunch

Settle into your hotel and have a light lunch at Trattoria Alla Madonna specialized in Venetian seafood, open noon to 11:00pm.
€25, 1h0m

12:30pm

St. Mark’s Basilica

Visit Venice’s famous basilica with stunning mosaics, open 9:30am to 5:00pm.
€5, 1h0m

2:00pm

Doge’s Palace

Explore the historical palace and prison, open 9:00am to 7:00pm.
€25, 2h0m

4:30pm

Gondola Ride

Enjoy a classic romantic gondola ride through Venice’s canals, operating until dusk.
€80, 0h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Osteria alle Testiere

Experience intimate Venetian dining with fresh seafood, reservations recommended, open till 10:30pm.
€50, 1h30m
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Day 9: Venice to Amsterdam

Amsterdam, Netherlands on June 2, 2025

6:00am

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Have a quick breakfast before an early flight.
Included, 1h0m

8:00am

Flight Venice to Amsterdam

Take a direct morning flight from Venice to Amsterdam, approximately 2 hours.
€100, 2h0m

10:00am

Hotel check-in and Coffee

Check into your Amsterdam hotel and enjoy a coffee at a local café near Central Station.
€10, 1h0m

11:00am

Anne Frank House

Visit this poignant museum; tickets should be booked online in advance. Open 9:00am to 7:00pm.
€15, 2h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Foodhallen

Sample various cuisines in this vibrant indoor food market, open 11:00am to midnight.
€20, 1h0m

2:30pm

Canal Cruise

Explore Amsterdam’s canals on a relaxing hour-long cruise, available till evening.
€18, 1h0m

5:00pm

Rijksmuseum

Visit the Netherlands’ national museum housing masterpieces by Rembrandt, open till 6:00pm.
€20, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at De Kas

Dine in a unique greenhouse setting focusing on fresh, local ingredients, open till 10:00pm.
€50, 1h30m
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Day 10: Amsterdam Exploration

Amsterdam, Netherlands on June 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Bakers & Roasters

Enjoy New Zealand-inspired breakfast dishes and great coffee from 8:00am onward.
€18, 1h0m

9:30am

Van Gogh Museum

Visit the impressive collection of works by Van Gogh, open 9:00am to 5:00pm.
€19, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Café Winkel 43

Try the famous Dutch apple pie and a light lunch, café open 9:00am to 6:00pm.
€15, 1h0m

1:30pm

Vondelpark Walk

Relax in Amsterdam’s largest park with beautiful greenery and small cafes, open all day.
Free, 1h30m

3:30pm

Heineken Experience

Enjoy an interactive tour of the former brewery with tastings, open till 7:00pm.
€25, 1h30m

6:30pm

Dinner at The Seafood Bar

Indulge in fresh seafood in a stylish setting, open till 10:00pm.
€40, 1h30m
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Day 11: Amsterdam to Delhi

Amsterdam, Netherlands to New Delhi, India on June 4, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have breakfast and check out from hotel.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Airport Transfer

Take airport shuttle or taxi to Schiphol Airport for your flight back.
€40, 45m

12:00pm

Flight to New Delhi

Board your direct flight back to New Delhi, approx 8 hours flight time.
₹35,000, 8h0m
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