Both charming Austria and fairytale Germany deserve an honorable place on a travel bucket list of any traveler. They possess rich heritage, especially in terms of classical music, as well as stunning architecture, including the Neuschwanstein Castle, that Disney based its famous logo on, and the jaw-dropping Hallstatt Village in Austria. The countries share so much, including history, culture, language, as well as absolutely magical Christmas markets, that it seems natural to explore them both during one epic vacation.