Experience Austria’s ultimate magic. Marvel at Vienna's grand palaces, wander Salzburg's musical streets, wake up to Hallstatt's lakeside, scale Innsbruck's Alpine peaks, and explore historic Graz on this dream journey.
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Duration 8D 7N
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Highlights
- Discover Vienna's grand imperial palaces and coffeehouse culture.
- Explore Salzburg's Baroque Old Town, Mirabell Gardens, and Mozart's legacy.
- Experience a scenic overnight stay in the lakeside Alpine village of Hallstatt.
- Wander through Innsbruck's colorful medieval streets beneath dramatic peaks.
- Discover the Renaissance courtyards and historic charm of UNESCO-listed Graz.
- Enjoy a perfect blend of imperial history, Alpine scenery, and local culture.
Full description
Austria is a fairytale blend of imperial majesty and alpine wonder. Begin in Vienna, sipping rich coffee in marble cafes under grand palaces. Head to Salzburg, a Baroque musical masterpiece surrounded by mountains, before spending a peaceful night in lakeside Hallstatt. Next, experience Innsbruck, where colorful mediev…
Includes
- 7 nights of accommodation in selected hotels.
- Daily breakfast at the hotels.
- Selected cultural sightseeing tours and activities.
- Flights and visa fees.
- Lunch and dinner.
- Travel insurance.
- Intercity train tickets.
- Anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions.
Not suitable for
- - Travelers with limited mobility
- - Wheelchair users (cobblestones, steep lanes)
- - Travelers avoiding long transfer days (Innsbruck to Graz)
- - Travelers wanting one-city slow travel only
Important information
- ### What to bring
- - Passport and Schengen visa
- - Light rain jacket
- - Warm layer for Alps and evenings
- - EUR cash for small payments
- - Card for most purchases
- ### Not allowed
- - Weapons or sharp objects
- - Drones without local permission
- - Flash photography in museums
- - Tripods where prohibited
- - Loud music in public spaces
- ### Know before you go
- - Hallstatt stays sell out early
- - Hallstatt Skywalk is weather dependent
- - Nordkette views depend on visibility
- - Innsbruck to Graz is a long journey day
- - Many shops close early on Sundays
- - Some museums close one weekday
- - Winter roads can affect Hallstatt transfers
Itinerary
Day Plan
Arrival in Vienna and Introduction to Imperial Austria
Arrive in Austria and begin your first-time discovery in Vienna, exploring the historic center, grand boulevards, elegant streets, traditional cafés, and architectural landmarks that define the Austrian capital.
Arrive at Vienna International Airport, complete immigration and baggage formalities, and meet your representative.
Travel comfortably from the airport toward central Vienna. Enjoy your first views of Austria’s capital as you approach its elegant historic districts.
Check into your selected hotel and relax. Spend time refreshing after your journey or enjoy the facilities and nearby surroundings.
Enjoy lunch at a traditional Austrian restaurant or café. Try local favorites such as Wiener Schnitzel, Austrian soups, seasonal specialties, or traditional pastries.
Begin sightseeing at Stephansplatz and discover St. Stephen’s Cathedral, one of Vienna’s most recognizable landmarks. Explore the surrounding historic streets, elegant buildings, pedestrian lanes, and traditional shops.
Attraction
St. Stephen's Cathedral (Stephansdom)
Standing in the absolute center of Vienna, Stephansdom is a breathtaking Gothic masterpiece that has defined the city's skyline for centuries. The cathedral is famous for its colorful, multi-patterned tiled roof, its soaring towers, and its deep stone catacombs that house the tombs of historic bishops and royalty.
Walk through Graben and Kohlmarkt toward the Hofburg Palace district. Experience imperial Vienna through grand façades, historic squares, luxury boutiques, monuments, and atmospheric streets.
Visit a traditional Viennese café. Enjoy Austrian coffee with classic desserts such as Sachertorte, Apfelstrudel, or Kaiserschmarrn.
Enjoy your first evening meal in Vienna at a traditional Austrian restaurant. Overnight Stay: Vienna
What's included
Trip summary (day-by-day table)
| Day | City | Activities | Hotel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 Arrival in Vienna and Introduction to Imperial Austria | Vienna | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMArrival at Vienna International Airport 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMTransfer to Vienna Hotel 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMHotel Check-In and Leisure 3:00 PM – 4:00 PMLunch at Leisure 4:00 PM – 5:30 PMSt. Stephen’s Cathedral and Historic Center 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMGraben, Kohlmarkt and Hofburg Quarter 7:30 PM – 8:30 PMViennese Coffeehouse Experience 8:30 PM – 10:00 PMWelcome Dinner | |
| Day 2 Schönbrunn Palace, Imperial Vienna and Classical Heritage | Vienna | 8:00 AM – 9:00 AMBreakfast at the Hotel 9:30 AM – 12:00 PMSchönbrunn Palace 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMSchönbrunn Gardens 1:00 PM – 2:00 PMLunch Experience 2:30 PM – 4:30 PMRingstrasse City Experience 4:30 PM – 6:30 PMBelvedere Palace and Gardens 6:30 PM – 7:30 PMEvening at Leisure 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMClassical Music Experience | |
| Day 3 Vienna to Salzburg | Mozart, Baroque Streets and Old Town | Salzburg | 7:30 AM – 8:30 AMBreakfast and Check-Out 8:30 AM – 9:00 AMTransfer to Vienna Main Station 9:00 AM – 11:30 AMTrain to Salzburg 11:30 AM – 12:30 PMArrival and Hotel Check-In 12:30 PM – 1:30 PMLunch in Salzburg 2:00 PM – 3:00 PMMirabell Palace Gardens 3:00 PM – 5:30 PMSalzburg Old Town Exploration 5:30 PM – 6:30 PMSalzburg Cathedral and Residenzplatz 7:30 PM – 9:30 PMDinner in Salzburg Old Town | |
| Day 4 Salzburg Fortress, Mozart Heritage and Local Experiences | Salzburg | 8:00 AM – 9:00 AMBreakfast at the Hotel 9:30 AM – 11:30 AMHohensalzburg Fortress 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMMozart Heritage Experience 1:00 PM – 2:00 PMLunch Experience 2:30 PM – 5:00 PMHellbrunn Palace and Gardens 5:00 PM – 5:30 PMReturn to Salzburg 5:30 PM – 7:00 PMGetreidegasse Shopping and Café Time 7:00 PM – 8:00 PMEvening at Leisure 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMDinner Experience | |
| Day 5 Salzburg to Hallstatt | Alpine Lake and Village Experience | Hallstatt | 8:00 AM – 9:00 AMBreakfast and Check-Out 9:00 AM – 11:00 AMTransfer to Hallstatt 11:00 AM – 11:30 AMArrival and Luggage Drop 11:30 AM – 1:00 PMHallstatt Market Square and Village Walk 1:00 PM – 2:00 PMLakeside Lunch 2:30 PM – 4:30 PMHallstatt Skywalk Experience 4:30 PM – 5:30 PMHotel Check-In and Leisure 5:30 PM – 7:00 PMHallstatt Lakeside Walk 7:00 PM – 8:00 PMSunset Experience 8:00 PM – 9:30 PMDinner Experience | |
| Day 6 Hallstatt to Innsbruck | Alpine Capital and Mountain Views | Innsbruck | 7:30 AM – 8:30 AMBreakfast at the Hotel 8:30 AM – 9:30 AMMorning Hallstatt Leisure 9:30 AM – 1:30 PMCheck-Out and Transfer to Innsbruck 1:30 PM – 2:30 PMHotel Check-In and Lunch 2:30 PM – 4:00 PMInnsbruck Old Town 4:00 PM – 5:00 PMGolden Roof and Imperial Heritage 5:00 PM – 7:00 PMNordkette Mountain Experience 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMTyrolean Dinner Experience | |
| Day 7 Innsbruck to Graz | Southern Austria and Historic City Life | Graz | 7:00 AM – 8:00 AMBreakfast and Check-Out 8:00 AM – 1:00 PMTransfer to Graz 1:00 PM – 2:30 PMHotel Check-In and Lunch 2:30 PM – 4:30 PMGraz Old Town Exploration 4:30 PM – 5:30 PMHauptplatz and Herrengasse 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMSchlossberg and Clock Tower 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMDinner in Graz | |
| Day 8 Graz Leisure and Departure | Graz | 8:00 AM – 9:00 AMBreakfast at the Hotel 9:00 AM – 11:00 AMMorning Graz Experience 11:00 AM – 12:00 PMHotel Check-Out 12:00 PM onwardsAirport or Railway Transfer | — |
