57 days in Central Europe Itinerary

One of Poland's oldest cities, Krakow sits at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains, its historical town center nestled on the left bank of the Vistula River.

When in Krakow, make a side trip to see Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau in Oswiecim, approximately Oswiecim away. There's still lots to do: contemplate the long history of Wieliczka Salt Mine, make a trip to St. Mary's Basilica, wander the streets of Kazmierz The Former Jewish District, and take an in-depth tour of Jagiellonian University Museum Collegium Maius.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, use the Krakow trip planner.

Sydney, Australia to Krakow is an approximately 24-hour flight. You'll gain 9 hours traveling from Sydney to Krakow due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Sydney in August, things will get a bit warmer in Krakow: highs are around 29°C and lows about 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Fri) so you can fly to Warsaw.

Warsaw draws big crowds with its seemingly unstoppable energy, exemplified by the city's explosive nightlife and thriving music scene.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Sat): explore the historical opulence of Zamek Krolewski w Warszawie - Muzeum, then take in the local highlights with Walking tours, then stroll around Lazienki Krolewskie w Warszawie, and finally learn about all things military at Museum of King Jan III's Palace at Wilanow. Keep things going the next day: don't miss a visit to Castle Square (Plac Zamkowy), get to know the fascinating history of Old Town, then appreciate the history behind Pomnik Bohaterów Getta, then brush up on your military savvy at Muzeum Powstania Warszawskiego, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Palace of Culture and Science.

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You can fly from Krakow to Warsaw in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 29°C in August, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Berlin.

The country's capital and largest city, Berlin is a diverse urban center boasting a lively nightlife and countless things to do.

Berlin is known for sightseeing, museums, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: appreciate the history behind The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, make a trip to Brandenburg Gate, steep yourself in history at East Side Gallery, and observe the fascinating underwater world at Zoo Berlin.

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Getting from Warsaw to Berlin by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Fri) early enough to drive to Prague.

Prague lures millions of tourists each year with its World Heritage-listed medieval city center--a labyrinth of narrow lanes, bridges, cathedrals, and palaces overlooked by a thousand-year-old castle.

On the 5th (Tue), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. Next up on the itinerary: get to know the fascinating history of Staromestske namesti, get great views at Prague Astronomical Clock, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Vitus Cathedral, and take a stroll through Lesser Town.

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Traveling by car from Berlin to Prague takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In September, daily temperatures in Prague can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Wed) so you can fly to Munich.

Often described as the city of laptops and lederhosen, Munich is an international center of business, engineering, research, and medicine that still maintains a rich cultural heritage and age-old traditions.

Munich is known for sightseeing, museums, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the natural beauty at English Garden, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Peter's Church, examine the collection at Munich Residenz, and get curious at Deutsches Museum.

For reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Munich day trip planner.

Fly from Prague to Munich in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Munich are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Mon) early enough to drive to Salzburg.

Surrounded by mountain ranges and boasting a well-preserved city center, Salzburg melds culture and history.

Change things up with these side-trips from Salzburg: Gollinger Wasserfall (in Golling an der Salzach), Waldbachstrub Waterfall (in Hallstatt) and Eisriesenwelt (in Werfen). The adventure continues: explore the historical opulence of Fortress Hohensalzburg, explore the activities along Lake Attersee, steep yourself in history at Mozart Residence (Mozart Wohnhaus), and see the interesting displays at Salzburg Museum.

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Traveling by car from Munich to Salzburg takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can drive to Bled.

The most popular resort in Slovenia, Bled is marked by its iconic church steeple and medieval castle on glacial Lake Bled.

Venture out of the city with trips to Bohinjsko Jezero (Vogel & Lake Bohinj) and Peričnik Falls (in Mojstrana). Spend the 17th (Sun) exploring nature at Triglav National Park. There's much more to do: whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, step off the mainland to explore Bled Island, awaken your taste buds at Wine Tasting Bled, and test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.

For more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Bled trip itinerary maker app.

Drive from Salzburg to Bled in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In September in Bled, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 11°C at night. On the 21st (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Zermatt.

Best known as home the Matterhorn mountain, Zermatt serves as a chic ski resort town of the Swiss Alps.

Zermatt is known for sightseeing, nature, and classes. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in panoramic vistas at Gornergrat, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Breithorn, snap pictures at Furi Suspension Bridge, and glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour.

For where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Zermatt trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Bled to Zermatt takes 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of shuttle, flight, and train; or do a combination of train, shuttle, and flight. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sun) early enough to drive to Grindelwald.

As one of the country's oldest ski resorts, Grindewald serves as a prime example of a cozy Swiss ski town.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Mon): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Jungfraujoch and then trek along The Eiger. On the next day, explore the activities along Bachalpsee Lake, contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Brienz, then hit the slopes at Grindelwald-First, and finally take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Maennlichen.

For other places to visit, maps, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Grindelwald trip site.

Getting from Zermatt to Grindelwald by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Lucerne.

In north-central Switzerland, Lucerne represents a small city boasting a well-preserved old town.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Lucerne: Parasailing & Paragliding (in Interlaken), Bern (Aare River & Rose Garden (Rosengarten)) and Zurich (Bahnhofstrasse & Lake Zurich). And it doesn't end there: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Lucerne, tour the pleasant surroundings at Mt Pilatus, admire the striking features of Lucerne Station, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Rigi.

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You can drive from Grindelwald to Lucerne in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a train. In September, daily temperatures in Lucerne can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Fri) so you can drive to Innsbruck.

Nestled in a valley between snowcapped peaks, Innsbruck evokes visions of a winter wonderland.

Step out of Innsbruck with an excursion to Achensee in Maurach--about 44 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: examine the collection at Swarovski Kristallwelten, take in the spiritual surroundings of Hofkirche, admire the striking features of Imperial Palace, and take in panoramic vistas at Town Tower (Stadtturm).

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Traveling by car from Lucerne to Innsbruck takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September in Innsbruck, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Vienna.

The cultural, economic, and political center of the country, Vienna has developed from its early Celtic and Roman roots into a medieval and Baroque city, with an old town that was designated a World Heritage Site in 2001.

Vienna is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: step into the grandiose world of Schonbrunn Palace, explore the world behind art at Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, meet the residents at Schönbrunn Zoo, and admire the striking features of Belvedere Palace.

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Getting from Innsbruck to Vienna by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in October, and nighttime lows around 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) early enough to drive to Budapest.

You might consider the city of Budapest, divided by the Danube River into two distinctive cities--Buda and Pest--to be essentially one large World Heritage Site.

Change things up with these side-trips from Budapest: Eger (Eger Castle, Dobo Square, &more). And it doesn't end there: get a sense of history and politics at Hungarian Parliament Building, contemplate the long history of Széchenyi Thermal Bath, admire the striking features of Matthias Church, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Dohány Street Synagogue.

For reviews, photos, maps, and tourist information, go to the Budapest trip planner.

You can drive from Vienna to Budapest in 2.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a train. In October, daytime highs in Budapest are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 14th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly back home.