Europe · Multi-City
Italy & Austria
Italy & Austria · 7 nights
The Eternal City to the Imperial Capital, by Way of Three of Europe's Finest.
The Journey
Few eight-day itineraries cover this much ground without sacrificing depth. Two full days in Rome allow the Colosseum, Vatican City, and Trastevere's evening charm to register properly. Florence and Venice each receive a single, perfectly-paced day. Then the route crosses into Austria, moving through Innsbruck and the ski village of Kitzbühel into Salzburg, before a lake-and-castle journey delivers the group to Vienna for the itinerary's grand finale.
Signature Highlights
- Rome's Imperial Core & Trastevere's Evening Charm
- Murano Glass, Venice
- Lake Traunsee's Four Castles
- Vienna's Grinzing District
Your Experiences
Moments shaped just for you
Rome's Imperial Core & Trastevere's Evening Charm
Formal grandeur of the Colosseum and Vatican City by day, the unpretentious character of Trastevere by night.
Murano Glass, Venice
Glassmaking tradition stretching back to the 13th century, when Venice relocated furnaces to the island over fire safety concerns.
Lake Traunsee's Four Castles
Included cruise passes four lakeside castles in a single journey, framed by the Traunstein mountain.
Vienna's Grinzing District
Former wine village absorbed into Vienna's boundaries; traditional taverns (Heurigen) serving local wine and Austrian classics.
Day by day
Your Itinerary
- 01Day 1 · Rome, Italy
Arrival in Rome
Transfer to your hotel. In the evening, an introduction to Via Cavour and its restaurants, including Italian, Indian and international choices.
- Airport transfer
- Evening introduction to Via Cavour
- Indian restaurants nearby
- 02Day 2 · Rome, Italy
Ancient Rome and the Vatican
A walking and panoramic tour past the Arch of Constantine, the Colosseum (exterior), the Imperial Forums and Vatican City. The afternoon is free for St Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museums; evening in Trastevere.
- Colosseum and Imperial Forums (exterior)
- Vatican City
- Evening in Trastevere
Meals:B - 03Day 3 · Florence, Italy
Rome to Florence
Drive north to Florence and the view from Piazzale Michelangelo, then a guided walk past the Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo and the Piazza della Signoria. The evening is free.
- Piazzale Michelangelo viewpoint
- Ponte Vecchio and the Duomo
- Piazza della Signoria
Meals:B - 04Day 4 · Venice, Italy
Over the Apennines to Venice
Cross the Apennines to Venice, take a boat across the Giudecca Canal to St Mark's Square for a guided walk, and visit a Murano glass factory. Overnight in Mestre on the mainland.
- Boat across the Giudecca Canal
- Guided St Mark's Square
- Murano glass demonstration
Meals:B - 05Day 5 · Innsbruck & Salzburg, Austria
Innsbruck and Kitzbühel to Salzburg
Cross the Alps into Austria for lunch and a stroll in Innsbruck, the Tyrolean capital, stop in the ski village of Kitzbühel, and arrive in Salzburg by evening.
- Innsbruck old town and Golden Roof
- Kitzbühel village
- Arrive in Salzburg
Meals:B - 06Day 6 · Salzburg, St Wolfgang & Vienna, Austria
Salzburg and the Lakes to Vienna
Salzburg's baroque centre and Mozart's birthplace, then the pilgrimage village of St Wolfgang and Traunkirchen, with a cruise on Lake Traunsee, before arriving in Vienna by evening.
- Salzburg old town
- St Wolfgang on the Wolfgangsee
- Lake Traunsee cruise
Meals:B - 07Day 7 · Vienna, Austria
Imperial Vienna
A guided panoramic tour of the Ringstrasse, palaces, parks and city centre. The afternoon is free, followed by an evening in the wine village of Grinzing.
- Ringstrasse panoramic tour
- Afternoon free for Schönbrunn or the museums
- Evening in Grinzing
Meals:B - 08Day 8 · Vienna, Austria
Departure from Vienna
Breakfast at the hotel before the journey ends with your transfer to Vienna airport.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Airport transfer
Meals:B
Inclusions
- 8 Days
- Rome - Florence - Venice - Innsbruck - Salzburg - Vienna
- English-Speaking Guide
- Family Friendly
Not included
- International airfare unless explicitly mentioned
- Visa fees, travel insurance and personal expenses
- Meals and experiences not listed
- Gratuities for guides, drivers and hotel staff
Transfers
- Private airport transfers and inter-city ground movement
- Meet-and-greet at every airport with a dedicated host
Visa & Documentation
- Visa guidance provided by our documentation desk
- Passport valid for 6+ months recommended
Common Questions
Is this itinerary suitable for a family with a teenager?+
Yes, this exact itinerary was quoted for two adults and a 15-year-old on triple sharing. The mix of sightseeing, free time, and varied evening activities works well for family groups.
How much walking is involved in Rome and Florence?+
Substantial walking in both cities, often on cobblestones. Comfortable, broken-in walking shoes are essential.
Why does Venice accommodation fall in Mestre rather than the island itself?+
Mestre offers significantly better value and availability while remaining a short train or bus ride away, standard practice for group touring in Venice.
Could the Innsbruck-to-Salzburg leg be done by train instead of coach?+
Yes, for smaller groups this segment sometimes operates by train, a comfortable and scenic alternative through the same mountain landscape.
Is eight days enough for Italy and Austria?+
It covers the highlights at a brisk pace. Ten or eleven days allows two nights in each Italian city and an extra day in Vienna.
Can we visit Hallstatt?+
Yes, as a stop on the drive from Salzburg or as a day trip. It is very busy in summer, so we go early or late in the day.
Is The Sound of Music tour worth it?+
For fans, yes. Many of the film locations are in and around Salzburg, including the Mirabell Gardens and the lake district.
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