13 days in Western Europe Itinerary

The financial hub of Switzerland, Zurich is most often associated with money and banks.

Explore hidden gems such as Stiftsbibliothek and Swiss Knife Valley Visitor Center. For shopping fun, head to Einkaufszentrum Glatt or Bahnhofstrasse. Change things up with these side-trips from Zurich: St. Gallen (Kathedrale St.Gallen & Wildpark Peter & Paul) and Uferpromenade Weggis (in Weggis). Next up on the itinerary: explore the activities along Lake Zurich, see the interesting displays at Uhrenmuseum Beyer Zürich, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and take a stroll through Old Town.

For maps, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Zurich day trip planning site.

Austin, USA to Zurich is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Austin to Zurich is 7 hours. When traveling from Austin in October, plan for much colder days and a bit cooler nights in Zurich: temperatures range from 58°F by day to 45°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Paris.

A beautiful and romantic city fit for any itinerary, Paris brims with historic associations and remains vastly influential in the realms of culture, art, fashion, food and design.

Step off the beaten path and head to Musee du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac and Musee Marmottan Monet. There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of Eiffel Tower, don't miss a visit to Le Trocadero et son esplanade, explore the wide array of goods at Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann, and snap pictures at Pont-Neuf.

To find reviews, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, use the Paris trip maker site.

Traveling by flight from Zurich to Paris takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, bus, and flight; or drive. In October, daytime highs in Paris are 62°F, while nighttime lows are 48°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) so you can take a train to Brussels.

The allure of the multi-cultural capital, Brussels, stems from its mix of political intrigue, artistic influence, historical significance, and a thriving social scene.

On the 29th (Sat), admire the striking features of Guild Houses, steep yourself in history at Grand Place, stop by Planete Chocolat, then pause for some photo ops at Manneken Pis, and finally buy something for everyone on your list at Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert.

To find more things to do, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Brussels route planner.

Take a train from Paris to Brussels in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. When traveling from Paris in October, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Brussels: temperatures range from 57°F by day to 46°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 30th (Sun) to allow time for the car ride to Amsterdam.

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Sun): wander the streets of The Jordaan. On the 31st (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: make a trip to Museum Quarter, then test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, then examine the collection at Anne Frank House, and finally savor the flavors at Food & Drink.

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Getting from Brussels to Amsterdam by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or fly. In October in Amsterdam, expect temperatures between 59°F during the day and 47°F at night. You'll have a few hours on the 1st (Tue) to wrap things up before traveling home.