11 days in Central Europe Itinerary

On the 5th (Wed), explore the world behind art at Pergamonmuseum, then ponder the world of politics at Reichstag Building, then pause for some photo ops at The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, and finally appreciate the history behind Brandenburg Gate. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 6th (Thu): contemplate the long history of East Side Gallery, then steep yourself in history at Mauermuseum - Museum Haus am Checkpoint Charlie, then see the interesting displays at Topography of Terror, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Großer Tiergarten.

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Durham, USA to Berlin is an approximately 15-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 6 hours traveling from Durham to Berlin. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Krakow.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Fri): appreciate the extensive heritage of Wawel Royal Castle, contemplate the long history of Wawel Cathedral, shop like a local with Sukiennice (Cloth Hall), then make a trip to Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Museum of Krakow Town Hall Tower.

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Getting from Berlin to Krakow by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 57°F in April, and nighttime lows around 38°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Budapest.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Sat): make a trip to Fisherman's Bastion, contemplate the long history of Matthias Church, snap pictures at Szechenyi Lanchid, then examine the collection at House of Terror Museum, and finally test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 9th (Sun): ponder the world of politics at Hungarian Parliament Building, don't miss a visit to Shoes on the Danube Bank, then contemplate the long history of Heroes' Square, then pause for some serene contemplation at St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika), and finally steep yourself in history at Dohány Street Synagogue.

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You can fly from Krakow to Budapest in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Krakow, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Budapest, ranging from highs of 63°F to lows of 40°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to drive to Vienna.

Start off your visit on the 10th (Mon): explore the historical opulence of Schonbrunn Palace, browse the eclectic array of goods at Vienna Naschmarkt, and then see the interesting displays at Hofburg. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 11th (Tue): explore the world behind art at Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, steep yourself in history at Belvedere Palace, then don't miss a visit to Stephansplatz, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Stephen's Cathedral.

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Drive from Budapest to Vienna in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. In April, daytime highs in Vienna are 61°F, while nighttime lows are 42°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Salzburg.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Wed): explore the historical opulence of Schloss Hellbrunn, then step into the grandiose world of Fortress Hohensalzburg, then pause for some serene contemplation at Salzburg Cathedral, and finally admire the natural beauty at Mirabell Palace.

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Drive from Vienna to Salzburg in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. In April, daily temperatures in Salzburg can reach 58°F, while at night they dip to 40°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Prague.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Thu): take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Vitus Cathedral, take in the spiritual surroundings of Spanish Synagogue, appreciate the extensive heritage of Staromestske namesti, then steep yourself in history at Stary zidovsky Hrbitov, then take some stellar pictures from Prague Astronomical Clock, and finally take in the views from Charles Bridge. On the 14th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: step into the grandiose world of Prague Castle and then enjoy breathtaking views from Petrin Tower.

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You can drive from Salzburg to Prague in 4.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train and flight; or do a combination of train and bus. In April, daily temperatures in Prague can reach 58°F, while at night they dip to 41°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 14th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly back home.