15 days in Central Europe Itinerary

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 3rd (Fri), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Spanish Synagogue, then get to know the fascinating history of Staromestske namesti, then admire the striking features of St. Vitus Cathedral, and finally step into the grandiose world of Prague Castle. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take some stellar pictures from Petřín, let little ones run wild at Kampa Park, then take in the views from Charles Bridge, then get great views at Prague Astronomical Clock, and finally test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.

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Newark, USA to Prague is an approximately 12-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Newark to Prague is 6 hours. In March, daytime highs in Prague are 49°F, while nighttime lows are 34°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Krakow.

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.

On the 5th (Sun), appreciate the extensive heritage of Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square, hunt for treasures at Sukiennice (Cloth Hall), steep yourself in history at Wawel Cathedral, then make a trip to St. Mary's Basilica, and finally contemplate the long history of Muzeum Krakowa, oddzial Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera.

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You can fly from Prague to Krakow in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. Expect a daytime high around 47°F in March, and nighttime lows around 31°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly 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.

Budapest is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Fisherman's Bastion, examine the collection at House of Terror Museum, make a trip to Heroes' Square, and admire the striking features of Matthias Church.

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You can fly from Krakow to Budapest in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Krakow in March, you will find days in Budapest are a bit warmer (54°F), and nights are about the same (34°F). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) to allow time to drive 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, get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum (Naturhistorisches Museum), examine the collection at Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, and learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Schönbrunn Zoo.

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Drive from Budapest to Vienna in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. In March in Vienna, expect temperatures between 51°F during the day and 34°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) early enough to drive to Salzburg.

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

On the 12th (Sun), take an in-depth tour of Mozarts Geburtshaus, get a taste of the local shopping with Getreidegasse, make a trip to MoenchsbergAufzug, then step into the grandiose world of Fortress Hohensalzburg, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Salzburg Cathedral, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Mirabell Palace.

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Drive from Vienna to Salzburg in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. In March, daytime highs in Salzburg are 51°F, while nighttime lows are 33°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) early enough to go by car 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.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Mon): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Peter's Church, make a trip to Marienplatz, then contemplate the long history of Asamkirche, then take in panoramic vistas at Frauenkirche, and finally walk around English Garden.

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Getting from Salzburg to Munich by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In March, plan for daily highs up to 49°F, and evening lows to 31°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight 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: make a trip to Brandenburg Gate, wander the streets of Potsdamer Platz, contemplate the long history of Memorial of the Berlin Wall, and take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

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Traveling by flight from Munich to Berlin takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Thu) to allow time to fly back home.