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Exploring Austria's Nature with Hiking, Swimming, Sailing and Good Food

  1. Day 1: Salzburg
    25 minutes (10 miles) from Salzburg Airport

    Explore the charming city of Salzburg through its baroque architecture, and learn more about Mozart's life in his birthplace. Take a scenic hike on Mt. Gaisberg, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the city and the surrounding Alps. End your day with a traditional Austrian dinner at St. Peter Stiftskulinarium.

  2. Day 2: Hallstatt
    1 hour 20 minutes (54 miles) from Salzburg

    Discover the picturesque village of Hallstatt, situated on the edge of Lake Hallstatt. Visit the Salt Mine, where you can learn more about the history of salt mining in Austria and enjoy panoramic views from the Skywalk. Take a refreshing swim in the emerald waters of Lake Hallstatt. End your day with a delicious dinner at Seewirt Zauner.

  3. Day 3: Wolfgangsee
    20 minutes (10 miles) from Hallstatt

    Go sailing on the crystal blue waters of Wolfgangsee, surrounded by the majestic Salzkammergut mountains. Take a hike to the Falkensteinwand viewpoint for a stunning panoramic view of the lake. Enjoy a traditional Austrian lunch at Gasthof Franzl. End your day with a leisurely walk on the lake's shore.

  4. Day 4: Zell am See
    1 hour 30 minutes (60 miles) from Wolfgangsee

    Take a cable car to the top of the Kitzsteinhorn glacier for a spectacular view of the Austrian Alps. Go for a hike on the Schmittenhöhe mountain, where you can enjoy fantastic views of the lake, the town and the surrounding mountains. Take a refreshing swim in Lake Zell's crystal-clear waters. End your day with a gourmet dinner at Restaurant Kupferkessel.

  5. Day 5: Innsbruck
    1 hour 45 minutes (90 miles) from Zell am See

    Discover the capital of Tyrol, Innsbruck, situated in the heart of the Alps. Take a hike on the Nordkette mountain range, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the city and the surrounding peaks. Visit the Golden Roof, the symbol of Innsbruck, and the Imperial Palace. End your day with dinner at Lichtblick Restaurant, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the city.

  6. Day 6: Kufstein
    1 hour 15 minutes (55 miles) from Innsbruck

    Explore the charming town of Kufstein, known for its medieval fortress and its traditional Tyrolean architecture. Take a hike on the Zahmer Kaiser mountain range, where you can enjoy fantastic views of the valley and the surrounding peaks. Visit the fortress and its museum to learn more about the town's history. End your day with dinner at Auracher Löchl, a traditional Tyrolean restaurant.

  7. Day 7: Vienna
    3 hours 15 minutes (220 miles) from Kufstein

    Experience the cultural capital of Austria, Vienna, through its grand architecture, museums, and art galleries. Visit St. Stephen's Cathedral, Schönbrunn Palace, and the Hofburg Imperial Palace. Take a stroll in the famous Naschmarkt, where you can taste a variety of Austrian delicacies. End your day with dinner at Steirereck im Stadtpark, a Michelin-starred restaurant, and enjoy the stunning views of the city park.

Recommendations

If you have time, consider visiting Eisriesenwelt, the largest ice cave in the world, in Werfen. You can also attend the Salzburg Festival, an internationally renowned music and theatre festival that takes place in July and August. Make sure to try the famous Austrian apple strudel and the Wiener Schnitzel.

Points of Interest

  • Salzburg: Mt. Gaisberg, St. Peter Stiftskulinarium
  • Hallstatt: Salt Mine, Skywalk, Seewirt Zauner
  • Wolfgangsee: Sailing, Falkensteinwand viewpoint, Gasthof Franzl
  • Zell am See: Kitzsteinhorn glacier, Schmittenhöhe mountain, Restaurant Kupferkessel
  • Innsbruck: Nordkette mountain range, Golden Roof, Imperial Palace, Lichtblick Restaurant
  • Kufstein: Zahmer Kaiser mountain range, Kufstein Fortress, Auracher Löchl
  • Vienna: St. Stephen's Cathedral, Schönbrunn Palace, Hofburg Imperial Palace, Naschmarkt, Steirereck im Stadtpark
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