22 days in The Alps Itinerary

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

Salzburg is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Mirabell Palace, admire the landmark architecture of Salzburg Cathedral, step into the grandiose world of Fortress Hohensalzburg, and examine the collection at Red Bull Hangar-7.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Salzburg trip itinerary maker.

Toronto, Canada to Salzburg is an approximately 13-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Toronto to Salzburg is 6 hours. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Toronto in April: highs in Salzburg hover around 17°C, while lows dip to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Sat) early enough to drive to Innsbruck.

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

Venture out of the city with trips to Stubaier Gletscher (in Neustift im Stubaital), Ischgl-Samnaun ski area (in Ischgl) and Aqua Dome - Tirol Therme Laengenfeld (in Langenfeld). There's much more to do: examine the collection at Swarovski Kristallwelten, explore the world behind art at Schloss Ambras Innsbruck, admire the landmark architecture of Imperial Palace, and browse the exhibits of The Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl).

To find more things to do, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Innsbruck tour itinerary site.

You can drive from Salzburg to Innsbruck in 2 hours. Another option is to take a train. In April, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 4°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Trento.

Tyrol's capital and one of the nation's wealthiest cities, Trento serves as the commercial and cultural center of the region.

Get out of town with these interesting Trento side-trips: Merano (Passeggiata d'estate, I Giardini di Castel Trauttmansdorff, &more), Castel Thun (in Ton) and Santuario di San Romedio (in Coredo). Next up on the itinerary: have fun and explore at MUSE - Science Museum, admire the landmark architecture of Palazzo Larcher-Fogazzaro, step into the grandiose world of Castello del Buonconsiglio Monumenti e Collezioni Provinciali, and make a trip to Fontana del Nettuno.

To see photos, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Trento online tour planner.

Traveling by car from Innsbruck to Trento takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Innsbruck in April, with highs in Trento at 24°C and lows at 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) so you can drive to Lugano.

Located in the popular holiday region of Ticino, Lugano is the largest Italian-speaking town in Switzerland.

On the 15th (Mon), stroll around Parco Ciani, explore the activities along Lake Lugano, then delve into the distant past at Monte San Giorgio, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Parco San Grato. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: appreciate the views at Valle Verzasca, step into the grandiose world of Castelli di Bellinzona, then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Monte San Salvatore, and finally don't miss a visit to Piazza della Riforma.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Lugano trip planning site.

Drive from Trento to Lugano in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. When traveling from Trento in April, plan for slightly colder days in Lugano, with highs around 20°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Aosta.

In the Aosta Valley bordering Switzerland and France, the medieval city of Aosta is famous for its prime skiing conditions and rich cultural history.

On the 17th (Wed), delve into the distant past at Teatro Romano, then get engrossed in the history at Maison Bruil, and then relax and rejuvenate at QC Terme Pre Saint Didier. On your second day here, step into the grandiose world of Castello di Fenis, explore the historical opulence of Castello di Issogne, see the interesting displays at Forte di Bard, then explore the historical opulence of Castello di Verres, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Collegiata dei Santi Pietro e Orso.

To see ratings, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Aosta travel planning website.

You can drive from Lugano to Aosta in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train and bus; or do a combination of train, subway, and bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Zermatt.

Best known as home the Matterhorn mountain, Zermatt serves as a chic ski resort town of the Swiss Alps.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Zermatt: Landschaftspark Binntal (in Binn) and Hangebrucke Furgangen-Muhlebach (in Ernen). There's lots more to do: take in the awesome beauty at Gornergrat, enjoy breathtaking views from Trockener Steg, see the interesting displays at Matterhorn Museum - Zermatlantis, and fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour.

To find where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, read Zermatt road trip planning tool.

You can drive from Aosta to Zermatt in 3 hours. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can travel back home.