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.
8 Days / 7 Nights
2 Nights
1 Night
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 · Italy & Austria
Transfer to hotel; evening introduction to Via Cavour (Italian, Indian, Chinese, international dining).
Meals:B - 02Day 2 · Italy & Austria
Walking and panoramic bus tour: Arch of Constantine, Colosseum exterior, Imperial Forums, Vatican City; afternoon free for St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican Museums; evening Trastevere.
Meals:B - 03Day 3 · Italy & Austria
Piazzale Michelangelo's panoramic view; guided walking tour: Ponte Vecchio, Duomo, Piazza della Signoria; evening free.
Meals:B - 04Day 4 · Italy & Austria
Apennines crossing; boat across Giudecca Canal; guided St. Mark's Square; Murano Glass Factory visit; accommodation in Mestre.
Meals:B - 05Day 5 · Italy & Austria
Innsbruck (Tyrolean capital) for lunch and stroll; Kitzbühel ski resort village; arrive Salzburg by evening.
Meals:B - 06Day 6 · Italy & Austria
Salzburg's Renaissance/Baroque centre; St. Wolfgang pilgrimage site; Traunkirchen on Lake Traunsee with included cruise (four castles); arrive Vienna by evening.
Meals:B - 07Day 7 · Italy & Austria
Guided panoramic tour: avenues, palaces, parks, city centre; afternoon free; evening transfer to Grinzing district for dinner.
Meals:B - 08Day 8 · Italy & Austria
Breakfast; journey concludes.
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.
Rome to Vienna. Six Cities. Two Countries. One Week.+
Italy's ancient and Renaissance heart, followed by Austria's Alpine and imperial grandeur.+
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