Hello! We’re a family of three (ages 45, 45, and 15) planning a 15–16 day trip from Prague to Rome in May/June 2026. It’ll be our first time traveling to Europe from the US, and I’d love to get your thoughts on the itinerary I’ve put together. I’m wondering if I’m being a little too ambitious for a first-time Europe trip. We’re mostly hoping to visit some key destinations, explore on foot, and keep things fairly relaxed. We also don’t plan on renting a car. Any guidance or suggestions would be really appreciated. Thank you!
May 24th - Fly From Kansas City to Prague
May 25th - Land in Prague (Afternoon)
May 26th - Prague
May 27th - Prague
May 28th - Prague to Český Krumlov (CK Shuttle)
May 29th - Český Krumlov
May 30th - Český Krumlov to Hallstat (CK Shuttle)
May 31st - Hallstat
June 1st - Hallstat to Venice (Train)
June 2nd - Venice
June 3rd - Venice
June 4th - Venice to Rome (Train)
June 5th - Rome
June 6th - Rome
June 7th - Rome to Kansas City
Posted by
Charleston & Birmingham
5061 posts
You need at least one more day in Rome.
Posted by
OP
2 posts
Thank you!
Could Cesky Krumlov be a day trip from Prague? Same with Halstatt? Better to stay in Salzburg and do a day trip?
Posted by
London
899 posts
I think this is a really nice itinerary. I've not been to Cesky Krumlov but I have investigated doing it as a day trip from Prague and it seemed like a very long day. I think it makes sense to stop there on your way to Austria. I would pick Hallstat or Salzburg as with your current plans I don't think you have time for both. Salzburg has a bit more to do but if there's a specific reason you want to visit Hallstat (e.g. to see the salt mine) then I would select based on that. I might consider subtracting a day from Venice to add to Rome but that's really just personal preference and it's about what interests you most. Good luck with your planning!