DAY 01 : Arrive Vienna – Innsbruck
Welcome to Vienna. Upon arrival make your way to the train station to catch your train to the picturesque cultural city Innsbruck. Upon arrival make your way to the hotel and check in. The visit to the famous Golden Roof is a must do and castle next to it which houses artifacts dating back centuries. Overnight at Innsbruck.
DAY 02 : Innsbruck
After breakfast make your way to the bus depot from where you take the Swarovski shuttle bus to Wattens to the famous green giant – the Swarovski Crystal World. Enter the fascinating crystal world and spend half the day here exploring the area.
Also experience the breathtaking views when you take Nordkette funicular up to Seegrube station. You can spend time at Alpenlounge – chill out zone and restaurant.
Alternately, experience and enjoy a wonderful view of the landscape on this cable car journey as you are taken from Innsbruck to Seegrube and back. Take the cable car from Innsbruck to Seegrube. The journey starts 560 m above sea level directly near the old town of Innsbruck. The cable car with its extraordinary stations sets international benchmarks in modern architecture. You will also have the opportunity to visit the Igloo ice bar called CLOUD9 when you reach Station Seegrube – without extra costs!
Later in the evening enjoy a typical 3 course Tyrolean Dinner in a typical restaurant else you could visit the casino and try your luck there or just enjoy a typical Tyrolean evening filled with authentic music and dance of the area. Overnight at Innsbruck.
DAY 03 : Innsbruck
Following breakfast this morning make a full day trip to the famous Otztal where you can relax at the Aqua dome spa. The wild summer scenery and the marvelous Stuibenfall, Tirols biggest waterfall is sure to lure you! Take the 40 min train to Otztal Bahnoff from Innsbruck train station following which you need to take the Public Bus to the valley. Spend at least 3 hrs at the spa. It is also the only thermal spa in Tyrol. Overnight at Innsbruck.
DAY 04 : Innsbruck
Welcome to Tirol’s largest lake this morning. Cycling or hiking, surfing or sailing, paragliding or kite flying, swimming or diving, golfing, riding or tennis – anything goes. A romantic rack railway winds its way up from the valley to the Achensee lake. From Innsbruck make your way to the train station and take a train to Jenbach for approximately 20 mins, following which you are transferred to the 120 yr old rack railway taking you further up for 30 mins to the lake. Here enjoy the stunning views and also a boat ride that lasts around 1 hr following which you could have lunch at any of the local cafes there and then make your way back to Jenbach by bus this time. Overnight at Innsbruck.
DAY 05 : Innsbruck – Salzburg
After breakfast make your way to the train station and catch the train to Salzburg. The city of Mozart ! On arrival make check in to the hotel. Later around 1400 hrs its time for a Mozart city tour which also takes you to the Castle Hellbrunn and the Fortress Hohensalzburg. The tour lasts around 1.5 hrs. The tour begins by the Palace of Mirabell then passes the University of Music one of the world’s most prestigious music academies. You will arrive in Markart Square its then time to cross over the Salzach (Salt) river which was once a major transport route you will have a wonderful view of this magical city. Following the river along part of the old fortifications you will pass the Law Courts on the way to the Hellbrunn Palace where you will have a short photo stop. On the way back to the city centre you will pass the Palace of Frohnburg and the Nonnberg Abbey, situated beneath the impressive Hohensalzburg Fortress, before entering the heart of the city through the Siegmunds Gate. The tour finishes in Mozart Square where you will see the famous Mozart statue, Cathedral, Old Residence of the Archbishops and the Fortress Hohensalzburg. Overnight at Salzburg.
DAY 06 : Salzburg
After breakfast its time for your tour to the fabulous Salt mines and the Celtic village. The highlight of your tour awaits as you tour the 450-year-old salt mines. Wearing traditional miners’ clothes, you enter the mines and hear historic as well as legendary tales of the fascinating underground world. Using the same slides as hundreds of miners before, you descend to the grottos, the magical world beneath the surface of the earth. You end your adventure with a raft sail on the salt lake and a special train trip. The tour will both amaze and educate you into this underground world, great fun for all ages! Afterwards there will be a short visit to the town of Berchtesgaden before returning to Salzburg. Overnight at Salzburg.
DAY 07 : Salzburg
A visit to Salzburg is definitely incomplete without the famous Sound of Music Tour. This long tour takes you through all the important sights and sounds you have experienced whilst watching the movie and is a definite must do. The English-speaking guide not only shows you the highlights of the film ‘Sound of Music’ but also the historical and architectural landmarks in the city, as well as a part of the picturesque lake district. Relax and listen to the soundtrack or sing along to the famous songs and lyrics.
You will stop in Mondsee for approximately an hour where you will have free time to explore Mondsee Cathedral and the setting of the famous film wedding! You can also explore this beautiful Austrian town at leisure and we recommend stopping by Mrs Brown’s cafe to taste the best ‘crisp apple strudel’ in Mondsee. The rest of the evening is free for you. Overnight at Salzburg.
DAY 08 : Salzburg
Salzburg is very famous for its Ice caves. Today you visit the largest Ice Caves in the world. Your tour meanders south along the picturesque Salzach Valley towards the idyllic village of Werfen, taking in historic monuments, sheer mountain passes and the most imposing castle in middle Europe. To reach the cave, you combine walking (a safe and wonderful way to enjoy the Alps close up) and a cable car. The Eisriesenwelt is the world’s largest ice cave. You will enter this natural wonder with your guide, who will explain the labyrinths of large caverns, mysterious ice figures and give many added tales of adventure, to make your experience unforgettable.
DAY 09 : Salzburg – Vienna
Further to breakfast this morning, head to the train station and board the train to Vienna. Upon arrival make your way to the hotel and check in. Relax and enjoy the evening in Vienna walking around the Mariahilferstrasse with its vibrant shops or spend time at any of the Viennese cafes sipping the famous coffee and treat yourself to the typical Sacher tortes. Overnight in Vienna.
DAY 10 :
Post breakfast this morning its time to take a city tour visiting the famous Schonbrunn Palace and gardens. Visit the chambers and admire the awe inspiring architecture. Later in the afternoon you can spend time at the Prater amusement park that is great fun for the entire family. Another recommendation is to attend the Viennese Horse Dance that is so magnificent, Else there is the world Mozart Opera ( depending on your dates in Vienna and the day of the week). Overnight at Vienna.
DAY 11 : Vienna
After breakfast, spend the day experiencing the Viennese Woods, Mayerling and the Seagrotte. A perfect way to unwind and end your holiday. Overnight at Vienna.
DAY 12 : Depart Vienna
Say bye to Austria and take the flight back home.