15 days in Europe Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sun): pause for some serene contemplation at Grossmunster, explore the activities along Lake Lucerne, and then pause for some photo ops at Lion Monument. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Zurich, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Fraumünster Church, and then appreciate the extensive heritage of Old Town.

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Tampa, USA to Zurich is an approximately 13-hour flight. You'll lose 6 hours traveling from Tampa to Zurich due to the time zone difference. In October, Zurich is cooler than Tampa - with highs of 58°F and lows of 45°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Mon) to allow time to drive 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.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Tue): steep yourself in history at Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, then steep yourself in history at Nymphenburg Palace, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Michael's Church. Keep things going the next day: take in nature's colorful creations at English Garden, then examine the collection at Munich Residenz, then admire the striking features of St. Peter's Church, and finally don't miss a visit to Marienplatz.

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Traveling by car from Zurich to Munich takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. October in Munich sees daily highs of 57°F and lows of 41°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Wed) so you can travel to Prague.

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.

Popular historic sites such as Staromestske namesti and St. Vitus Cathedral are in your itinerary. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Prague Castle and Kostel sv. Mikuláše. There's still lots to do: visit Lesser Town, indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour, don't miss a visit to Prague Astronomical Clock, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Spanish Synagogue.

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Fly from Munich to Prague in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 56°F, and evening lows to 43°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sat) so you can travel to Dubrovnik.

Along the Dalmation Coast, the city of Dubrovnik has become famous for its pedestrian-only Old Town surrounded by fortress walls, and its historical heft has earned it World Heritage Site status.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Dubrovnik City Walls and Lapad. Old Town and Wine Tours & Tastings are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Venture out of the city with trips to Sunj Beach (in Lopud) and Cavtat (Cavtat Old Town & Cavtat Cemetery). There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at Fort Lovrijenac, enjoy the sand and surf at Srebreno Beach, take an in-depth tour of War Photo Limited, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Sveti Jakov Beach.

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Traveling by flight from Prague to Dubrovnik takes 8 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October, Dubrovnik is a bit warmer than Prague - with highs of 70°F and lows of 56°F. On the 2nd (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.