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Munich, Germany
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Kaprun, Austria
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Zell am See, Austria
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Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany
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Brienz, Switzerland
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Lucerne, Switzerland
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Interlaken, Switzerland
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Gimmelwald, Switzerland
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Montreux, Switzerland
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Munich, Germany — 1 night
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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.Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Sat): get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour.
To find maps, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Munich trip planner.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Munich is an approximately 9-hour flight. You can also drive. Traveling from Riyadh to Munich, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Riyadh in September, expect Munich to be cooler, temps between 22°C and 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sun) so you can go by car to Kaprun.
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Kaprun, Austria — 2 nights
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Kaprun is a municipality in the Zell am See District in the state of Salzburg, Austria. Start off your visit on the 5th (Mon): take in the architecture and atmosphere at St.Margareta Church, get outside with Klammsee, and then head outdoors with Sigmund-Thun-Klamm. On the 6th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the awesome beauty at Kitzsteinhorn, then hit the slopes at Weisssee, and then indulge in some personalized pampering at Tauern Spa.
For maps, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Kaprun vacation planning app.
Drive from Munich to Kaprun in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. September in Kaprun sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) so you can drive to Zell am See.
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For maps, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Kaprun vacation planning app.
Drive from Munich to Kaprun in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. September in Kaprun sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) so you can drive to Zell am See.
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Zell am See, Austria — 2 nights
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Despite its small size, Zell am See is a well-visited tourist destination known mostly as a ski resort town, and it serves as an important transportation hub for the region.Start off your visit on the 7th (Wed): take in the awesome beauty at Schmittenhohe, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Elisabethkapelle, then stroll through New Schmittenhohe Mountain Paths, and finally take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour. On the 8th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wallfahrtskirche Maria Alm, then hit the slopes at Zell Am See, and then don't miss a visit to Light show on the Lake.
To see traveler tips, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Zell am See trip planning site.
Zell am See is just a short distance from Kaprun. September in Zell am See sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Fri) so you can drive to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
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Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany — 2 nights
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Nestled within the Bavarian Alps, Garmisch-Partenkirchen offers a classic mountain feel along with world-class winter sports.Explore hidden gems such as Alpspitz and Garmisch-Classic. Take a break from the city and head to Wank Mountain and Leutaschklamm / Geisterklamm. There's much more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Oberammergau Church, examine the collection at Oberammergau Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at St. Peter und Paul, and step into the grandiose world of Schloss Linderhof.
For maps, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Garmisch-Partenkirchen road trip app.
You can drive from Zell am See to Garmisch-Partenkirchen in 3 hours. Another option is to drive. In September, daily temperatures in Garmisch-Partenkirchen can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) so you can drive to Brienz.
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Brienz, Switzerland — 2 nights
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With roots tracing back to the Bronze Age, traditional Brienz gives the impression of being lost in time.Start off your visit on the 12th (Mon): examine the collection at Ballenberg, Swiss Open-Air Museum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 13th (Tue): explore the activities along Lake Brienz, then hike along Axalp, and then admire the sheer force of Giessbachfälle.
To find photos, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Brienz online holiday planner.
Drive from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Brienz in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In September, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) early enough to drive to Lucerne.
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Lucerne, Switzerland — 1 night
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In north-central Switzerland, Lucerne represents a small city boasting a well-preserved old town.On the 14th (Wed), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Jesuitenkirche and then explore the world behind art at The Rosengart Collection.
For maps, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Lucerne online itinerary planner.
You can drive from Brienz to Lucerne in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train. In September in Lucerne, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 12°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) early enough to drive to Interlaken.
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Interlaken, Switzerland — 2 nights
Nestled between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz in the heart of the Jungfrau region, Interlaken became popular for its proximity to the mountains and lakes of the Bernese Oberland region.On the 15th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: tour the pleasant surroundings at Schwimmbad Merligen, then step into the grandiose world of Oberhofen Castle, and then explore the historical opulence of Schloss Hunegg Hilterfingen.
To see more things to do, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Interlaken journey maker site.
You can drive from Lucerne to Interlaken in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) early enough to travel to Gimmelwald.
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Gimmelwald is a small village in the Bernese Oberland in Switzerland, halfway up the mountain between Stechelberg and Mürren, at an elevation of 1363 meters (4472 feet). To find maps, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Gimmelwald trip itinerary planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Interlaken to Gimmelwald. In September, daytime highs in Gimmelwald are 21°C, while nighttime lows are 10°C. You will leave for Montreux on the 16th (Fri).
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The Route module can help you plan travel from Interlaken to Gimmelwald. In September, daytime highs in Gimmelwald are 21°C, while nighttime lows are 10°C. You will leave for Montreux on the 16th (Fri).
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Montreux, Switzerland — 2 nights
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Mostly known for its world-renowned jazz festival, Montreux serves as a picturesque lakeside resort town on the Swiss Riviera.Kick off your visit on the 17th (Sat): contemplate the long history of Fort De Chillon, admire the landmark architecture of Chateau de Chillon, then explore the galleries of Musée de Montreux, and finally see the interesting displays at Queen Studio Experience.
To find ratings, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Montreux online trip itinerary builder.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Gimmelwald to Montreux. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can fly to Zurich.
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Zurich, Switzerland — 2 nights
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The financial hub of Switzerland, Zurich is most often associated with money and banks.You'll explore and learn at Museum Appenzell and Sammlung Oskar Reinhart. Discover out-of-the-way places like Niederdorf and Oskar-Reinhart Foundation Museum. Get out of town with these interesting Zurich side-trips: Rhine Falls (in Neuhausen am Rheinfall), St Mauritius Church (in Appenzell) and Hoher Kasten (in Bruelisau). It doesn't end there: wander the streets of Old Town and kick back and relax at Wyden Badi.
To find where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Zurich online trip itinerary planner.
Getting from Montreux to Zurich by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. September in Zurich sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Munich.
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Munich, Germany — 1 day
To find other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Munich itinerary planner.
Getting from Zurich to Munich by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. You'll set off for home on the 21st (Wed).
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Getting from Zurich to Munich by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. You'll set off for home on the 21st (Wed).
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Austrian Alps travel guide
Much of the country's territory sits in the heart of the mountainous Austrian Alps, making the region a prime spot for trekking, skiing, or cozying up in a mountain resort. The mountain range makes Austria, along with Switzerland, the winter sports capital of Europe. Though the Alps are most famous for hosting a wealth of ski resorts for visitors of all skill levels, regional tourism is growing, capitalizing on the appeal of outdoor recreation during all seasons. Visitors flock to the Alps for hiking, golf, biking, and whitewater kayaking in addition to skiing.
Switzerland travel guide
Immerse yourself in a snow-capped mountain wonderland in Switzerland's serene Alpine setting. See the world-renowned Matterhorn, Switzerland's second-highest mountain at 4,478 m (14,962 ft) tall, or zoom down the mountains on toboggan, ski, or snowboard. In the warmer seasons hike around the rolling green hillsides covered with pine trees and picturesque aqua blue lakes. Luxurious cities dotted with cozy wooden chalets and colorful flowerbeds balance quaintness with first-class cultural offerings. Indulge in the country's opulence of milk chocolate, cheese fondue, and keg-carrying St. Bernard dogs.
