22 days in Austria, Lipno nad Vltavou & Prague Itinerary

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.

Bring the kids along to Technisches Museum Wien and Augustinerkirche. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Kahlenberg and MAK - Austrian Museum of Applied Arts/Contemporary Art. There's much more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Church of the Jesuits, don't miss a visit to Peterskirche, take an in-depth tour of Kaiserliche Schatzkammer Wien, and get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Haus des Meeres - Aqua Terra Zoo.

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Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Vienna is an approximately 8-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of ferry and car. The time zone difference when traveling from Jeddah to Vienna is minus 2 hours. When traveling from Jeddah in July, plan for slightly colder days and colder nights in Vienna: temperatures range from 32°C by day to 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Innsbruck.

Nestled in a valley between snowcapped peaks, Innsbruck evokes visions of a winter wonderland.

On the 8th (Sat), contemplate the long history of Altstadt von Innsbruck, then test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and then hit the slopes at Rosshutte.

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Getting from Vienna to Innsbruck by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. In July in Innsbruck, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 16°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can drive to Kaprun.

Kaprun is a municipality in the Zell am See District in the state of Salzburg, Austria. On the 9th (Sun), take in the awesome beauty at Kitzsteinhorn, explore the striking landscape at Sigmund-Thun-Klamm, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Krimml Falls (Krimmler Wasserfalle). On your second day here, take a memorable drive along Grossglockner High Alpine Road and then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Zell.

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Drive from Innsbruck to Kaprun in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 29°C in July, and nighttime lows around 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) early enough to drive to Salzburg.

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

On the 11th (Tue), discover the riches below the earth's surface at Salzwelten Salzburg, explore the historical opulence of Erlebnisburg Hohenwerfen, and then explore the fascinating underground world of Eisriesenwelt. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 12th (Wed): admire the landmark architecture of Salzburg Cathedral, take some stellar pictures from MoenchsbergAufzug, then take in the awesome beauty at Untersberg, and finally examine the collection at Red Bull Hangar-7.

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Traveling by car from Kaprun to Salzburg takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train. In July, daily temperatures in Salzburg can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) early enough to drive to Lipno nad Vltavou.

Bring the kids along to Treetop Walkway and Bobova Draha. Step off the beaten path and head to Czech Repubrick and Vodní nádrž Lipno. Get out of town with these interesting Lipno nad Vltavou side-trips: Navstevnicke centrum Srni (in Srni), Rechle (in Lenora) and Jezerni Slat (in Kvilda).

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Drive from Salzburg to Lipno nad Vltavou in 2.5 hours. In July, daytime highs in Lipno nad Vltavou are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) to allow time to drive 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.

Bring the kids along to Gallery of Steel Figures and Adrenaline & Extreme Tours. Explore hidden gems such as Thrill Park - Prague's Horror Theme Park and Vyšehradské sady. Venture out of the city with trips to Lookout Bramberk (in Lucany nad Nisou) and Harrachov (Hornicke Muzeum & Mumlava Waterfall). Spend the 17th (Mon) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Next up on the itinerary: see the interesting displays at Speculum Alchemiae Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at St Cyril and St Methodius Cathedral, stroll around Letna Park, and steep yourself in history at Lobkowicz Palace.

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Drive from Lipno nad Vltavou to Prague in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus; or take a train. In July, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 17°C. On the 23rd (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.