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10-Day Austria–Czech Loop: Vienna → Salzburg → Hallstatt → Prague (for 7 people)

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Day 1: Historic center

Vienna, Austria on August 14, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café Central

Classic Viennese coffeehouse experience with pastries and coffee; great for people-watching and planning the day. Café Central typically opens around 8:00am.
EUR15, 1h0m

9:45am

St. Stephen's Cathedral (Stephansdom)

Visit the Gothic cathedral in the Innere Stadt and (optional) climb the tower for city views; cathedral open ~6:00am–10:00pm, tower visits typically 9:00am–5:00pm.
EUR6, 1h0m

11:00am

Walk the Graben & Kärntner Straße

Stroll Vienna’s main shopping and historic streets to admire Baroque architecture and street performers; always open (shops vary, main shopping hours ~10:00am–7:00pm).
EUR0, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Figlmüller (schnitzel)

Famous for large Wiener schnitzel — book a table for 7 in advance; kitchen hours typically 11:30am–10:00pm.
EUR25, 1h15m

2:45pm

Hofburg Palace / Imperial Apartments

See the Imperial Apartments, Sisi Museum and the Silver Collection; many sections open ~9:00am–5:30pm.
EUR18, 2h0m

5:30pm

Early evening: Ringstrasse tram loop

Take a tram or walk part of the Ringstrasse to view Vienna’s major 19th-century buildings; best at golden hour.
EUR2.80, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Plachutta Wollzeile

Traditional Tafelspitz and Austrian classics in a comfortable setting; reservations for a group recommended, kitchen ~12:00–10:00pm.
EUR35, 1h30m

Day 2: Palaces & art

Vienna, Austria on August 15, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Naschmarkt stalls

Colorful market with fresh breakfasts and coffee; most stalls open by 8:00am, best early before crowds.
EUR12, 1h0m

9:30am

Schönbrunn Palace (Grand Tour)

Tour the palace interiors and stroll the gardens; Palace tours usually from 8:30am–5:30pm, gardens open earlier. Book timed tickets for a group.
EUR26, 3h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Café Glacis (MuseumsQuartier)

Light modern Austrian fare next to MuseumsQuartier — convenient before afternoon museum visits; café hours ~10:00am–9:00pm.
EUR18, 1h0m

2:30pm

Kunsthistorisches Museum

One of the world’s great art museums (old masters and antiquities); typical hours 10:00am–6:00pm (check late openings).
EUR18, 2h0m

5:30pm

Coffee break at Café Sacher

Try the original Sachertorte with coffee — café open from morning through evening.
EUR10, 45m

7:30pm

Dinner & optional evening concert

Dine at Steirereck im Stadtpark (book well in advance for groups) or choose a Mozart/operatic concert in a historic venue (many concerts start 7:30–8:00pm).
EUR45, 2h0m

Day 3: Last Vienna day

Vienna, Austria on August 16, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at a local bakery

Quick pastries & coffee near your lodging to get an early start; bakeries open ~7:00am onwards.
EUR8, 45m

9:30am

Belvedere Palace (Upper & Lower)

Baroque palace with Klimt’s The Kiss and lovely gardens — opening ~10:00am (some sections 9:00am), allow time for collections and grounds.
EUR17, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Zum Schwarzen Kameel

Historic deli and light Austrian dishes — great for sandwiches and sharable plates; lunch hours ~11:30am–4:00pm.
EUR20, 1h0m

2:00pm

Free time / shopping or Danube walk

Choose smaller museums, shopping on Mariahilfer Straße, or a riverside walk along the Danube; hours vary by location.
EUR0, 2h0m

4:30pm

Collect luggage and transfer to Wien Hbf

Prepare for the afternoon train to Salzburg; trains run frequently and seat reservations for a group recommended.
EUR35, 30m

5:30pm

Train Vienna → Salzburg (approx. 2h30m)

Comfortable Railjet service between Vienna and Salzburg; book seats together for the group.
EUR40, 2h30m

8:15pm

Dinner near Salzburg Altstadt

Enjoy Salzburger specialties at a recommended local restaurant—many open until 10:00pm; book for 7.
EUR30, 1h30m

Day 4: Salzburg intro

Salzburg, Austria on August 17, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Tomaselli

Historic café in the Altstadt, open early for coffee and pastries — a Mozart-era atmosphere.
EUR12, 1h0m

9:30am

Mirabell Palace & Gardens

Famous Baroque gardens used in The Sound of Music; gardens open early (often from dawn) and are free to enter.
EUR0, 1h0m

10:30am

Getreidegasse & Mozart Birthplace

Stroll Salzburg’s historic shopping lane and visit the Mozart Geburtshaus museum (usually open 9:00am–5:00pm).
EUR12, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at St. Peter Stiftskulinarium

Historic dining room claiming to be Europe’s oldest restaurant — traditional fare and atmospheric setting; open for lunch and dinner.
EUR30, 1h15m

2:45pm

Hohensalzburg Fortress

Take the funicular up to the fortress for panoramic city views and museums; fortress and funicular typically open 9:00am–7:00pm.
EUR16, 2h0m

6:00pm

Evening walk along the Salzach

Stroll riverside paths and cross historic bridges; relaxing pre-dinner activity.
EUR0, 45m

7:30pm

Dinner at Augustiner Bräustuben

Large beer-hall with traditional Austrian/German dishes and communal seating (great for groups); opens mid-day and often busy evenings.
EUR25, 1h30m

Day 5: Palaces & outdoors

Salzburg, Austria on August 18, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel or bakery

Fuel up for a day of palaces and gardens; many bakeries open from 7:00am.
EUR8, 45m

9:30am

Hellbrunn Palace & Trick Fountains

Fun and unique Baroque palace with water trick fountains—tours usually run 9:00am–5:00pm (guided fountain tours on the hour).
EUR14, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Gasthof Schloss Neuwaldegg (or similar)

Traditional Austrian lunch near palace areas — check local opening times (typically midday).
EUR20, 1h0m

2:00pm

Sound of Music highlights or optional Salt Mine visit

Choose a 2–3 hour guided 'Sound of Music' drive or visit the nearby Salzbergwerk Berchtesgaden/Salzburger salt mines (opens roughly 9:00am–4:00pm; allow transfer time).
EUR30, 3h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Die Weisse

Family-friendly brewery and restaurant offering regional dishes and house-brewed beers; good for groups, open evenings.
EUR22, 1h30m

Day 6: Hallstatt daytrip

Hallstatt, Austria on August 19, 2025

7:00am

Early breakfast and depart Salzburg

Quick breakfast and catch the early train/bus toward Hallstatt; connections vary, total travel ~1h45m–2h30m depending on route.
EUR20, 1h0m

9:30am

Arrive Hallstatt & lakeside walk

Iconic lakeside village stroll and photos at the pier; the town is open year-round though ferry schedules vary by season.
EUR0, 1h0m

10:30am

Hallstatt Salt Mine (Salzwelten)

Take the funicular up to the salt mines, explore ancient salt workings and slides — typical hours ~9:00am–4:00pm; pre-book tickets for groups.
EUR26, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Restaurant Rudolfsturm or lakeside café

Scenic lunch overlooking the lake; lower-season hours vary but many places serve till mid-afternoon.
EUR22, 1h0m

2:30pm

Hallstatt Skywalk & Bone House (Beinhaus)

Skywalk offers panoramic cliff-top views (open ~9:00am–6:00pm). Visit the small Bone House and historic center (Bone House often open 9:00am–5:00pm).
EUR8, 1h15m

4:00pm

Check in to Hallstatt accommodation (overnight)

Relax and enjoy the sunset over the lake; book your rooms in advance as Hallstatt is small and popular.
EUR150, 30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Seehotel Grüner Baum or local guesthouse

Enjoy fresh fish from the lake or Austrian specialties with a view — restaurants often open for dinner from 6:00pm.
EUR30, 1h30m

Day 7: Travel to Prague

Hallstatt → Prague, Czech Republic on August 20, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast and morning lakeside photos

Final morning stroll and breakfast by the lake before departure; cafés open from ~8:00am.
EUR12, 1h0m

9:30am

Depart Hallstatt for Prague (train+transfer)

Travel typically by bus to Attnang-Puchheim, then trains via Linz or Vienna to Prague; total travel ~6h with changes — plan seats and connections for 7 people.
EUR65, 6h0m

3:45pm

Arrive Prague & check in

Settle into your Prague lodging in Old Town or Mala Strana; many hotels check-in from 2:00pm but confirm for a group.
EUR0, 45m

5:00pm

Evening stroll to Old Town Square

See the Astronomical Clock, Tyn Church and lively square; most outdoor areas accessible at all hours, museums may be closed.
EUR0, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Mlejnice or Lokál Dlouhááá

Traditional Czech dishes — reservations for a group recommended; kitchens typically open through evening hours.
CZK350, 1h30m

Day 8: Prague highlights

Prague, Czech Republic on August 21, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Savoy

Classic café with pastries and strong coffee; opens early for breakfast service.
CZK250, 1h0m

9:30am

Charles Bridge & Kampa Island

Early morning walk on the iconic bridge to avoid crowds and enjoy statues and river views; bridge is open 24/7.
CZK0, 1h0m

10:30am

Old Town Astronomical Clock & Old Town Hall Tower

Watch the hourly clock show and (optionally) climb the tower for views; tower hours approx. 9:00am–10:00pm in high season.
CZK250, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch in Jewish Quarter (Josefov)

Try a local bistro or kosher café and then visit synagogues and the Old Jewish Cemetery (museums usually 9:00am–5:00pm).
CZK300, 1h0m

2:30pm

Explore Jewish Museum sites

Visit the synagogue circuit and poignant cemetery (check group booking rules and opening times, typically 9:00am–5:00pm).
CZK500, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner cruise on the Vltava (optional)

Relaxing evening cruise with views of Prague Castle and historic bridges; many cruises depart 7:00–8:00pm — reserve group seating.
CZK850, 2h0m

Day 9: Castle district

Prague, Czech Republic on August 22, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast near hotel

Quick breakfast to prepare for a morning at Prague Castle; cafés open early around tourist areas.
CZK200, 45m

9:00am

Prague Castle & St. Vitus Cathedral

Explore the castle complex, cathedral, the old royal palace and Golden Lane; most sites open from ~9:00am–5:00pm (St. Vitus may have restricted access during services).
CZK250, 2h30m

12:00pm

Lunch in Lesser Town (Malá Strana)

Enjoy traditional Czech or Central European dishes in the charming district beneath the castle; restaurants open midday.
CZK300, 1h0m

1:30pm

Petrin Hill & Lookout Tower

Take the funicular or walk to Petrin Gardens for panoramic city views; lookout tower open ~10:00am–6:00pm (seasonal hours).
CZK150, 1h30m

3:30pm

John Lennon Wall & Kampa Park

See the colorful political/art wall and relax in adjacent parkland; open 24/7 and family-friendly.
CZK0, 45m

7:30pm

Dinner at Kuchyň or U Malířů

Restaurant near the castle serving Czech specialties with great atmosphere — reservations recommended for a party of 7.
CZK350, 1h30m

Day 10: Final day / departure

Prague, Czech Republic on August 23, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast and pack

Final breakfast and check out; ensure transport to airport or train station is arranged for 7 people (allow extra time).
CZK200, 1h0m

9:30am

Vyšehrad Castle & riverside walk

Less crowded fortress with great views and historic cemetery; open grounds accessible all day, interior exhibits vary (~9:00am–5:00pm).
CZK120, 1h30m

11:30am

Last-minute shopping or museum visit

Spend remaining time picking up souvenirs or visiting a final museum (National Museum usually open ~10:00am–6:00pm).
CZK250, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Lokal or Café Louvre

Casual lunch near transport hub to wrap up the trip; many places open through the afternoon.
CZK250, 1h0m

3:00pm

Depart Prague (train/flight)

Head to Prague Airport or main train station for onward travel; allow ample time for check-in/security when traveling as a group of 7.
EUR0, Varies
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