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Austrian Alps Adventure

Day 1: City Exploration

Vienna, Austria

8:00AM

Breakfast at Cafe Central

Start your day with a traditional Viennese breakfast at Cafe Central, a historic coffeehouse in the heart of the city.

EUR 15, 1 hour

10:00AM

Explore Schönbrunn Palace

Visit the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and stroll through its beautiful gardens.

EUR 16, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Naschmarkt

Enjoy a variety of local and international cuisine at Naschmarkt, Vienna's most popular food market.

EUR 20, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Belvedere Palace

Explore the Belvedere Palace complex, home to stunning Baroque architecture and Gustav Klimt's famous painting, The Kiss.

EUR 22, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Figlmüller

Indulge in a classic Wiener Schnitzel dinner at Figlmüller, known for serving the best schnitzel in Vienna.

EUR 25, 1.5 hours

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Day 2: Historic Charm

Salzburg, Austria

8:00AM

Breakfast at Café Tomaselli

Start your day with a traditional Austrian breakfast at Cafe Tomaselli, one of the oldest cafes in Salzburg.

EUR 12, 1 hour

10:00AM

Walk in Old Town

Take a leisurely walk in Salzburg's charming Old Town, exploring iconic sights like Mirabell Palace and Salzburg Cathedral.

Free, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at St. Peter Stiftskulinarium

Enjoy a traditional Austrian lunch at St. Peter Stiftskulinarium, one of the oldest restaurants in Europe.

EUR 18, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Hohensalzburg Fortress

Visit Hohensalzburg Fortress for panoramic views of Salzburg and learn about its medieval history.

EUR 12, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Restaurant Esszimmer

Savor modern Austrian cuisine at Restaurant Esszimmer, known for its innovative dishes and elegant ambiance.

EUR 35, 2 hours

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Day 3: Mountain Adventures

Innsbruck, Austria

8:00AM

Breakfast at Lichtblick Café

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Lichtblick Café while enjoying panoramic views of the Alps from its rooftop terrace.

EUR 10, 1 hour

10:00AM

Hike in Nordkette Mountain Range

Embark on a scenic hike in the Nordkette Mountain Range, accessible by cable car from the city center.

EUR 34, 3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Alpenlounge Seegrube

Enjoy a delicious lunch at Alpenlounge Seegrube, a mountain restaurant with stunning views of Innsbruck.

EUR 25, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Swarovski Crystal Worlds

Explore the fascinating world of crystal art at Swarovski Crystal Worlds, a multimedia art installation.

EUR 19, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Through & Through

Indulge in a gourmet dinner at Through & Through, a trendy restaurant in the heart of Innsbruck.

EUR 30, 2 hours

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Day 4: Fairytale Village

Hallstatt, Austria

9:00AM

Breakfast at Hallstatt Braugasthof

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast overlooking Lake Hallstatt at Hallstatt Braugasthof, a charming lakeside brewery.

EUR 15, 1 hour

11:00AM

Boat Tour on Lake Hallstatt

Explore the picturesque Lake Hallstatt on a boat tour, taking in the stunning mountain scenery and quaint lakeside houses.

EUR 20, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Gasthof Zauner

Have a traditional Austrian lunch at Gasthof Zauner, a cozy restaurant known for its local specialties.

EUR 22, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Salt Mine Tour

Discover the history of salt mining in Hallstatt with a guided tour of the salt mines, including a fun underground slide.

EUR 35, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Seewirt Zauner

Enjoy dinner at Seewirt Zauner, a lakeside restaurant known for its fresh seafood and beautiful sunset views.

EUR 28, 2 hours

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Day 5: Cultural Capital

Graz, Austria

8:00AM

Breakfast at KaffeeWein

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at KaffeeWein, a cozy café offering homemade pastries and Viennese coffee.

EUR 10, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Graz Old Town

Explore the historic Graz Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and admire landmarks like the Clock Tower and Graz Cathedral.

Free, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Aiola Upstairs

Indulge in a gourmet lunch with panoramic views at Aiola Upstairs, a trendy restaurant overlooking the city.

EUR 30, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Murinsel Island

Visit Murinsel Island, a unique floating platform in the Mur River designed by artist Vito Acconci.

Free, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Eckstein

Enjoy a contemporary Austrian dinner at Eckstein, a stylish restaurant with a creative menu showcasing local flavors.

EUR 40, 2 hours

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Day 6: Riverfront Relaxation

Linz, Austria

9:00AM

Breakfast at Altstadt Bräuhaus

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Altstadt Bräuhaus, a traditional brewery and restaurant by the Danube River.

EUR 12, 1 hour

11:00AM

Explore Ars Electronica Center

Discover the world of technology and media arts at the Ars Electronica Center, an interactive museum showcasing innovation.

EUR 12, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Promenadenhof

Enjoy a leisurely lunch at Promenadenhof, a historic restaurant with a garden terrace overlooking the river.

EUR 18, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Linz Castle

Visit Linz Castle for panoramic views of the city and explore its historical exhibitions and art collections.

EUR 10, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Landgasthof Mayr

Savor traditional Austrian cuisine at Landgasthof Mayr, a cozy inn known for its warm hospitality and homemade dishes.

EUR 25, 2 hours

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Day 7: Farewell to Austria

Vienna, Austria

9:00AM

Breakfast at Café Sacher

Enjoy a decadent breakfast at Café Sacher, home of the famous Sacher Torte, before bidding farewell to Austria.

EUR 20, 1 hour

11:00AM

Visit Belvedere Museum

Explore the art collections at Belvedere Museum, including works by Klimt and Schiele, before departing Vienna.

EUR 15, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Plachutta Wollzeile

Indulge in a final Austrian meal at Plachutta Wollzeile, known for its traditional Viennese cuisine and Tafelspitz.

EUR 30, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Stroll in Stadtpark

Take a leisurely stroll in Stadtpark, Vienna's famous city park, to enjoy the greenery and iconic landmarks like the Johann Strauss monument.

Free, 1 hour

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Austrian Alps Adventure

Day 1: City Exploration

8:00AM

10:00AM

1:00PM

3:00PM

6:00PM

Day 2: Historic Charm

8:00AM

10:00AM

1:00PM

3:00PM

6:00PM

Day 3: Mountain Adventures

8:00AM

10:00AM

1:00PM

3:00PM

6:00PM

Day 4: Fairytale Village

9:00AM

11:00AM

1:00PM

3:00PM

6:00PM

Day 5: Cultural Capital

8:00AM

10:00AM

1:00PM

3:00PM

6:00PM

Day 6: Riverfront Relaxation

9:00AM

11:00AM

1:00PM

3:00PM

6:00PM

Day 7: Farewell to Austria

9:00AM

11:00AM

1:00PM

3:00PM

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