10-Day Scenic Schengen Tour from Austria: Germany, Switzerland, and Italy Highlights

Day 1: Vienna Exploration

Vienna, Austria on May 2, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Central

Start your day with a traditional Viennese breakfast at the historic Café Central, known for its pastries and coffee, open from 7:30am to 10pm.
EUR20, 1h

9:30am

Visit Schönbrunn Palace

Explore the former imperial summer residence with beautiful gardens and baroque architecture, open 8:30am to 5:30pm.
EUR22, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Gasthaus Pöschl

Enjoy authentic Austrian cuisine in a cozy atmosphere with specialties like Wiener Schnitzel.
EUR25, 1h

2:30pm

St. Stephen's Cathedral

Visit Vienna's iconic Gothic cathedral in the city center, free entry, open 6am to 10pm.
EUR0, 1h

4:00pm

Belvedere Palace Museum

Tour the Baroque palace housing Austrian art including Klimt’s 'The Kiss', open 10am to 6pm.
EUR16, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Plachutta Wollzeile

Taste traditional Tafelspitz (boiled beef) at this renowned restaurant, open until 11pm.
EUR40, 1.5h
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Day 2: Salzburg & Munich

Salzburg, Austria to Munich, Germany on May 3, 2025

7:30am

Travel Vienna to Salzburg

Take an early morning train from Vienna to Salzburg (approx. 2.5 hours).
EUR40, 2h30m

10:30am

Breakfast at Café Tomaselli

Enjoy breakfast at one of Salzburg’s oldest cafés, open from 8am.
EUR15, 1h

11:30am

Visit Hohensalzburg Fortress

Explore the medieval fortress offering panoramic views over Salzburg, open 9am to 7pm.
EUR12, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Stiftskeller St. Peter

Dine in one of Europe’s oldest restaurants with traditional Austrian dishes, open for lunch from 11am.
EUR25, 1h

3:00pm

Travel to Munich

Take a train from Salzburg to Munich, approximately 1.5 hours duration.
EUR30, 1h30m

5:00pm

Check-in and relax

Settle into your hotel in Munich and rest.
EUR0, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Hofbräuhaus München

Experience Bavarian cuisine and beer at the famous Hofbräuhaus, open until midnight.
EUR35, 1.5h
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Day 3: Munich City Tour

Munich, Germany on May 4, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Rischart Café

Enjoy fresh pastries and coffee at this local bakery, open from 7am.
EUR15, 1h

9:00am

Marienplatz & Glockenspiel

Watch the famous Glockenspiel show at Marienplatz and explore the central square, free to visit, best viewing between 11am and 12pm.
EUR0, 1h

10:30am

Visit Deutsches Museum

Explore the world’s largest science and technology museum, open 9am to 5pm.
EUR14, 3h

1:30pm

Lunch at Schneider Bräuhaus

Traditional Bavarian dishes and beers, open from 11:30am.
EUR25, 1h

3:00pm

English Garden stroll & beer garden

Relax and stroll in one of the world’s largest urban parks, visit the famous beer garden, free entry.
EUR0, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Tantris

Enjoy fine dining at this Michelin-starred restaurant offering modern Bavarian cuisine, reservations recommended.
EUR100, 2h
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Day 4: Swiss Alps & Lucerne

Lucerne, Switzerland on May 5, 2025

7:00am

Travel Munich to Lucerne

Morning train to Lucerne, around 4 hours with scenic views through the Alps.
EUR60, 4h

11:00am

Brunch at Café La Terrasse

Light Swiss brunch with lake views, open from 9am.
CHF25, 1h

12:30pm

Chapel Bridge & Old Town

Walk through Lucerne’s iconic covered wooden bridge and explore charming medieval streets, free to explore.
CHF0, 2h

3:00pm

Visit Swiss Museum of Transport

Discover Switzerland’s transport history and interactive displays, open 10am to 5pm.
CHF32, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Wirtshaus Galliker

Traditional Swiss cuisine featuring local specialties, open until 9pm.
CHF40, 1.5h
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Day 5: Interlaken Adventure

Interlaken, Switzerland on May 6, 2025

8:00am

Travel Lucerne to Interlaken

Take the scenic train journey via the Golden Pass Line, about 2 hours.
CHF45, 2h

10:30am

Breakfast at Café de Paris

Light breakfast at this charming café, open from 7:30am.
CHF20, 1h

11:30am

Harder Kulm Panorama

Ride the funicular to Harder Kulm for panoramic views of the Alps and lakes, open 9am to 7pm.
CHF38, 2h

2:00pm

Lunch at Restaurant Taverne

Classic Swiss dishes in a cozy setting, open from 11am.
CHF35, 1h

3:30pm

Lake Thun Boat Ride

Afternoon cruise on Lake Thun offering stunning scenery, operates until 6pm.
CHF30, 1h30m

6:30pm

Dinner at Husi Bierhaus

Enjoy hearty local fare with craft beer options, open until 10pm.
CHF40, 1.5h
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Day 6: Zermatt & Matterhorn Views

Zermatt, Switzerland on May 7, 2025

7:00am

Travel Interlaken to Zermatt

Morning train via Visp to Zermatt, about 2.5 hours. Zermatt is car-free for beautiful alpine ambiance.
CHF60, 2h30m

10:00am

Breakfast at Bäckerei Fuchs

Enjoy fresh pastries and coffee at this local bakery, open 7am.
CHF15, 1h

11:00am

Gornergrat Railway

Ride to the Gornergrat summit for spectacular Matterhorn views, open daily, trains run frequently.
CHF94, 3h

2:30pm

Lunch at Restaurant Chez Vrony

Mountain dining with panoramic views, serving Swiss specialties, open until 3pm.
CHF60, 1h

4:00pm

Zermatt Village stroll

Explore charming shops and cafés in the alpine village setting.
CHF0, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant Schäferstube

Try traditional Valais dishes such as raclette in cozy surroundings.
CHF50, 1.5h
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Day 7: Milan City Experience

Milan, Italy on May 8, 2025

7:30am

Travel Zermatt to Milan

Morning train from Zermatt to Milan, approx. 3.5 hours with changing trains at Brig and Domodossola.
EUR60, 3h30m

11:30am

Late Breakfast at Panificio Pattini

Enjoy Italian pastries and espresso, open early mornings.
EUR15, 1h

12:30pm

Visit Milan Cathedral (Duomo)

Tour the magnificent Gothic cathedral and climb to the rooftop for city views, open 9am to 7pm.
EUR15, 2h

2:30pm

Lunch at Luini Panzerotti

Sample famous Milanese street food, panzerotti, available until late afternoon.
EUR10, 1h

3:30pm

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Explore this historic shopping arcade with luxury boutiques and cafés.
EUR0, 1h

5:00pm

Sforza Castle grounds

Walk the beautiful castle grounds and nearby Parco Sempione, free to visit, castle museums close by 5:30pm.
EUR0, 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at Ristorante Nabucco

Enjoy traditional Milanese and Lombardy cuisine with warm ambiance.
EUR40, 1.5h
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Day 8: Venice Canals

Venice, Italy on May 9, 2025

8:00am

Travel Milan to Venice

Morning train to Venice, approximately 2.5 hours.
EUR40, 2h30m

10:30am

Breakfast at Pasticceria Tonolo

Enjoy Italian pastries and cappuccino, open from 7am.
EUR15, 1h

11:30am

St. Mark's Basilica

Visit the famous Byzantine basilica in the heart of Venice, open 9:30am to 5pm.
EUR0, 1.5h

1:00pm

Lunch at Trattoria alla Madonna

Enjoy Venetian seafood specialties near St. Mark’s Square, open from 12pm.
EUR35, 1h

2:30pm

Gondola Ride

Experience a classic gondola ride through Venice’s canals, rides typically last ~30-40 minutes, available throughout the day.
EUR80, 1h

4:00pm

Rialto Bridge & Market

Walk over the iconic Rialto Bridge and explore the market stalls, free to visit.
EUR0, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Osteria alle Testiere

Upscale seafood dining in an intimate setting, reservations required.
EUR60, 1.5h
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Day 9: Innsbruck Mountains

Innsbruck, Austria on May 10, 2025

7:00am

Travel Venice to Innsbruck

Morning train to Innsbruck, approx. 4 hours, crossing the scenic Alps.
EUR70, 4h

11:30am

Breakfast at Café Munding

Traditional Austrian coffeehouse in Innsbruck, open from 6:30am.
EUR15, 1h

12:30pm

Golden Roof & Old Town

Explore Innsbruck’s medieval old town and the famous Golden Roof monument, free to visit.
EUR0, 2h

2:30pm

Lunch at Gasthof Weisses Rössl

Enjoy hearty Tyrolean dishes in a traditional setting.
EUR30, 1h

4:00pm

Nordkette Cable Car

Take the cable car from the city center to enjoy panoramic views of the Alps, runs until 5pm.
EUR35, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Die Wilderin

Modern Austrian cuisine emphasizing local ingredients, open until 10pm.
EUR45, 1.5h
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Day 10: Return to Vienna

Vienna, Austria on May 11, 2025

8:00am

Travel Innsbruck to Vienna

Take the train from Innsbruck to Vienna, approximately 4.5 hours.
EUR50, 4h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Naschmarkt

Explore Vienna’s famous market with diverse food stalls and restaurants, open until 7pm.
EUR20, 1h

2:00pm

Relax at Stadtpark

Take a peaceful stroll at this central park enjoying monuments and nature, free entry.
EUR0, 1h

4:00pm

Farewell café visit at Demel

Savor a traditional Viennese coffee and cake at this famous pastry shop, open until 7pm.
EUR15, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Steirereck

End your trip with a meal at one of Vienna’s top Michelin-starred restaurants specializing in modern Austrian cuisine, reservations recommended.
EUR120, 2h
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