Salzburg

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Depart from Salzburg and get amazing views of Austria's lake district as you travel by coach to the beautiful town of Hallstatt. On the way, you will pass Lake Fuschl, where the headquarters of a world-famous energy drink are located, and make a quick photo stop of the magnificent view over the town of St. Gilgen, Lake Wolfgang, and the surrounding mountains of the Salzkammergut. Afterward, you will continue your trip along Lake Wolfgang and be astonished by the beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage landscape. You will pass through a number of charming villages on the 1.5-hour drive to Hallstatt. Once you arrive in Hallstatt, you will have 2.5 hours of free time to explore the breathtaking city and the surroundings. You can then visit the ossuary or “bone-house”, and take a look at its more than 1000 painted human skulls, or take a funicular ride up to the entrance of the world’s oldest salt mine and enjoy the breathtaking view from an observation platform, right above the town. If you just want to enjoy the atmosphere of Hallstatt, take a leisurely walk along the lake, and marvel at how the houses above you seem to cling onto the mountainside. Your trip will end by making your way back, passing through the Rußbach valley and the towns of Gosau and Abtenau which are famous for their stunning views of the Dachstein mountain range, before arriving back to your starting point in Salzburg.

Discover the cuisine native to Austria and the unique characteristics of Salzburg on an exclusive tasting tour that combines sampling delicious dishes with sightseeing in Salzburg Old Town. Get your stomach full and see the historical, cultural, and architectural highlights of the capital of Austria. Pick the 2,5-hour tour to visit one popular local restaurant and a patisserie in Salzburg Old Town, with remarkable sights along the way. Taste a special menu prepared for you including the best authentic dishes from Austria, such as Tafelspitz - beef boiled in traditional Austrian broth. For dessert, try the apple strudel Apfelstrudel or the chocolate cake Sachertorte. Get a full plate of food, one soft drink, a cup of coffee or tea, and have a chance to try the popular Cafe Melange. Listen as your private guide provides interesting historical facts and cultural anecdotes throughout the tour, ensuring that both your mind and body will be satisfied with this exclusive experience. If the 3,5-hour tour is chosen, enjoy food and a sightseeing tour in Salzburg Old Town and discover the amazing flavors and aromas of Austrian cuisine. Visit two restaurants and a patisserie, and try a bigger variety of foods, such as various kinds of Salzburg meats, the chicken dish of Cordon Bleu and a traditional sliced pancake soup, as well as, the authentic Wienerschnitzel, one soft drink, coffee or tea, and one Austrian beer to make the evening more special. Choose the 5-hour option to get a premium experience for food and beer enthusiasts. Stop at four traditional restaurants to enjoy a feast of Austrian hot dishes, meat specialties, soups, and desserts with a soft drink, a cup of coffee or tea, and 8 different beers. Get a taste for popular, regional and craft beers brewed in major and microbreweries across Austria. Learn about local customs around food and beer pairings. In addition, see more amazing sights of Salzburg Old Town, such as the Burgtheater, Minoritenkirche, and Rathausplatz.

Travel through Lower Austria and enjoy local, stunning scenery during your full-day trip. Discover the beauty of Lower Silesia with views of the salt lakes, vineyards, and mountains. Start with a pickup from your accommodation in Vienna and follow the Danube River into the countryside filled with dense woodlands and rolling vineyards. Admire stunning landscapes to reach the famous Melk Abbey, Salzburg, and Hallstatt. Melk Abbey is one of the biggest and most beautiful European Baroque Ensembles and is located on top of the hill. Walk around Abbey Park with the baroque garden Pavillion. Marvel at the architecture. Step inside where your guide will lead you through Abbey Museum, the Marble Hall, balcony, library, and church with its amazing chapels and decorations. Move to beautiful Hallstatt village, Austria’s oldest and possibly most photographed village famous for its salt production. See the Lake of District and the picturesque town Bad Ischl. Discover Old Town, gorgeous Lutheran Church, landscapes with steep mountains, and waterfalls. Explore Salzburg, known as Mozart’s birthplace and the town of music. See the highlights such as UNESCO-protected Old Town, Cathedral, Fortress, and “The Sound of Music” filming locations. Choose if you want a guided tour of Melk Abbey and Salzburg city, or if you want to experience the essence of the whole trip with an accompaniment of a guide on board in each place with you. After the tour, sit it back and relax with a transfer back to your hotel in Vienna.

The cities of Berchtesgaden and Salzburg are perfect places to experience the unique Krampus Christmas celebrations. On this 2-night trip with two nights accommodation, enjoy guided tours, visits to Christmas markets, and more. Krampus originates from centuries of Pagan festivals and is by far the most unique Christmas celebration ever. Get the opportunity to experience Krampus parades, Krampus lairs, and the wickedly fun Krampus beatings. To start the trip, take off from Munich to Berchtesgaden where you will stay at the centrally located Hotel AlpinRos. Spend the afternoon in nearby Salzburg with a Christmas market tour, Krampus parade, and city tour. The next day, after breakfast, visit the local salt mine and be transported 150 meters below the earth’s surface for a tour and lesson in salt production. Have lunch at the salt mine before going on an afternoon tasting and tour with Krampuses at the Grassl Enzian Schnapps Factory. Later, enjoy an evening dinner at the Hofbräu brewery in Berchtesgaden. Then, take a city tour and visit Krampus marches, Christmas markets, and Krampus lairs. The next day, have breakfast and go on a morning walk at the Konigsee Lake and bobsled track before making your way to the village of Murnau for a short 45-minute train ride back to Munich at the conclusion of the tour.

Following a pickup from your hotel in Salzburg, travel to the town of Cesky Krumlov, located in the South Bohemia region of the country. Explore the historic center on a 1.5 to 2-hour guided walking tour and learn more about the Cesky Krumlov Castle, the symbol of the town.    Inside the grounds, you’ll find a rococo garden and an extensive bridge over a deep gap in the rock upon which the castle is built. Admire the Castle that consists of many defined parts dating from different periods.  Then, enjoy 2 hours of free time to explore the city. Indulge in the local food scene and grab some lunch in one of the charming local cafés, or do some souvenir shopping. Later, you’ll be picked up from the city center and continue the journey to Prague, arriving in the early evening.