Europe
Exploring Europe: A Personal Journey Through Its History and Beauty
With its rich history, diverse cultures, and breath-taking landscapes, Europe has always been a dream destination for travellers around the world. And for me, that dream became a reality in November when I embarked on an unforgettable journey through some of its most iconic cities. From the bustling streets of Munich to the musical wonderland of Salzburg, and from stunning scenery of Innsbruck to the vibrant atmosphere of Amsterdam, each stop on my journey was a new adventure waiting to be discovered. And with London and Zurich rounding out my itinerary, I knew I was in for a truly unforgettable experience. So come along with me as I share the story of my European adventure, a journey that may inspire and captivate you from start to finish.
Four Cities in Three Countries
Munich, Germany→Salzburg, Austria→Innsbruck, Austria→Zurich, Switzerland
The Alpine Trio, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland are neighbouring countries located in Central Europe. Their respective cities Munich, Salzburg/Innsbruck and Zurich have strong interconnectivity due to their proximity to each other and presence of various modes of transportation makes it easier for tourists to explore unique offerings of each city. These four cities in three countries can be done in 10 days.
From the shores of Perth to the bustling city of Munich, my journey across the globe was nothing short of epic. After enduring the jetlag of a long-haul flight with a layover in Singapore, I finally arrived in Germany's vibrant Bavarian capital. I spent two blissful days exploring Munich's charming old town, and indulging in hearty Bavarian cuisine. But my thirst for adventure was far from quenched, so I hopped on a train to Austria. There, I lost myself in the baroque beauty of Salzburg for three magical days, before heading to the snow-capped peaks of Innsbruck for two more. Each step of the way, I was struck by the unique charm and character of these European gems, and I can't wait to share my journey with you.
Now, If you don't have more then 10 days to spend in your holidays then travelling to Zurich Switzerland from Innsbruck, Austria is a more logical choice. Click the links below for more details on how to spend 10 days in recommended order of Munich, Salzburg, Innsbruck and Zurich. When you have read all about it you can do it any order depending on your circumstances and weather conditions.
Things happen & Plans Change. Rains, Snow, Bad weather. anything can ruin your itinerary.
I was in Innsbruck after visiting Munich and Salzburg. My plan was to take a train to Venice, but rain was forecasted for three days. I didn't want to explore Venice in the rain, despite having waterproof clothes.
So I changed my plans and found that Amsterdam was the only place nearby with clear skies. I booked a flight to save time, cancelled my Venice hotel (thanks to the "free cancellation" option), and said goodbye to Innsbruck for a new adventure in Amsterdam's charming canals.
If you come across similar problems when your planned cities are hit by bad weather, you don't have to stick to cities you originally planned to go to. Have your 'backup cities' planned as well. Unlike Australia, flights to neighbouring cities are cheap in Europe. When I finished my two days exploring Amsterdam, believe it or not, the only place where it wasn't raining was London. And other major reason to travel to London was my childhood friend, who came all the way to Amsterdam from London just to catch up with me. Click on the links below to find out more information of how to spend your time in Amsterdam and London.
