From Vienna: Hallstatt & Salzburg, Alps & Lakes Day Trip
Overview
Our full day trip from Vienna shows you the must-see places in Austria in a comfortable and flexible manner.
Your adventure begins with a scenic drive to Austrian Alps, where you will find out the facts of the highlight of the Wachau Valley, the magnificent Benedictine Abbey of Melk.
As you continue your journey, you will experience the natural splendour of the Salzkammergut Lake District, a paradise of serene waters and stunning alpine scenery.
The next highlight of the trip is the unique village of Hallstatt, located right on the shores of an Alpine lake with an amazing view of the huge mountains rising steeply from a narrow valley.
The next highlight is the City of the Sound of Music - Salzburg, where you will have free time to stroll through the Old Town, Mirabel garden, Mozart's Birthplace and enjoy the world capital of classical music.
If you find yourself enchanted by this magnificent city, you can stay there longer and return to Vienna at your own expenses by train.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- Option with pickup from centrally located Vienna hotels (postcodes 1010-1090). Select when booking.
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Guided tour throughout the trip
- Option with departure from central meeting poit: Tourist Info, Albertinaplatz. Select when booking.
- Visit to Salzburg and Hallstatt
- View to Melk, Wachau valley
✗ Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Wi-Fi in the van/coach
- No pick up from apartments and hostels, even if the option with hotel pick up is booked.
Itinerary
1
Stop 1
First, learn facts and figures about Austria, its people and their customs by starting the tour while driving on the highway.
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Stop 2
Melk Abbey - A Baroque Jewel- is the symbol of the Wachau Valley. Enjoy the view of its steep, terraced vineyards overlooking the Danube.
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Stop 3
Driving time through picturesque Alpine region of Salzkammergut, famous for its beautiful landscapes, culture and a love of tradition. Salt from the heart of its mountains has brought affluence to the region - but its most valuable assets are the lakes. Even before we all became travellers in search of beauty and inspiration, the banks of its picturesque lakes have attracted writers, poets and emperors.
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Stop 4
You will visit a heart of Salzkammergut region – a fabulous town of Hallstatt, lost among the high mountains on the shore of the lake with blue azure coloured water. This place is considered to be the main view of the Alpine Austria, but no picture can show a splendid atmosphere of this town and its original character. During your free time you can walk through the narrow streets of the town and admire magnificent views of the lake and huge mountains.
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Stop 5
On the way to Salzburg we will prepare for your meeting with the capital of classical music. Once you know the history of Austria and understand its culture and customs, you will look at the picturesque streets and squares of the old city in a completely different way.
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Stop 6
Salzburg - a cozy beautiful town on the banks of the Salzach river, made in the baroque architectural style, the world capital of classical music, the birthplace of the great Mozart and Karajan. You will have free time to walk through the Mirabel Garden and see the house where Mozart was born, the Salzburg Cathedral and one of the oldest monasteries in Europe - the active monastery of St. Peter. You can also leave our group tour here and to Vienna at your own expenses by train.
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Stop 7
After embracing the cultural side of Salzburg, you'll start you way back to Vienna.
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Stop 8
We will make a short coffee break at a quality restaurant on a highway, where you can relax and enjoy a comfortable rustic atmosphere and stretch your legs during your break.
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Stop 9
On the way back to Vienna you will have a chance to rest and plan with the help of our driver your next free days in the Austrian capital.
Meeting & End Point
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Meeting Point
Tourist Info, Albertinaplatz, A-1010 Vienna. Underground station "Karlsplatz" U1, U2, U4.
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End Point
Tourist Info, Albertinaplatz, A-1010 Vienna. Underground station "Karlsplatz" U1, U2, U4.
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Good to Know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that you will cover approx. 660 km. by motorway on this day. It is approx. 8,5 hours drive with multiple stops. You will spend minimum 1 hour in Hallstatt and max. 2 hours in Salzburg. In case of traffic jams, the time can be shortened.
- This tour is created for inquisitive travellers who want to visit the most important cities in a short time. If you want to get to know these cities in more details, we strongly advise you to go to each of these cities separately.
- To save your free time in the cities, we also recommend you to bring light snacks and water. You can eat on the bus as long as you don't disturb other tourists.
- Tour is not recommended for infants and very slow-moving disabled persons.
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