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5-Day Cultural and Scenic Tour of Austria

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Day 1: Historical Vienna

Vienna, Austria on May 22, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café Central

Start your Austrian experience at the iconic Café Central, famous for its Viennese coffee and pastries, offering a historic ambiance.
EUR15, 1h

9:45am

Visit Schönbrunn Palace

Explore the beautiful Baroque palace and its gardens, a former imperial summer residence showcasing Austria’s royal history.
EUR22, 2h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Plachutta Wollzeile

Enjoy traditional Austrian cuisine, especially the famous Tafelspitz, in this well-known Vienna restaurant.
EUR30, 1h

2:00pm

Visit the Hofburg Palace and Museums

Discover the former imperial palace complex with museums including the Sisi Museum and Imperial Apartments.
EUR17, 2h

4:30pm

Stroll through the Historic City Center

Walk around Stephansplatz, see St. Stephen's Cathedral, and enjoy the vibrant city atmosphere.
Free, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner at Figlmüller

Savor Vienna's famous Wiener Schnitzel at Figlmüller, known for its large, crispy schnitzels.
EUR25, 1h30m
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Day 2: Wachau Valley & Melk

Wachau Valley, Austria on May 23, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel in Vienna

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your accommodation to prepare for a day trip.
Included, 1h

9:00am

Drive to Wachau Valley

Travel to the scenic Wachau Valley, famous for its vineyards and picturesque villages along the Danube River.
EUR0, 1h30m

10:30am

Visit Melk Abbey

Tour the stunning Benedictine abbey overlooking the Danube, with magnificent baroque architecture and library.
EUR14, 1h30m

12:15pm

Lunch at Landhaus Bacher

Dine at this Michelin-starred restaurant in Mautern offering refined Austrian dishes made with local ingredients.
EUR50, 1h30m

2:00pm

Danube River Cruise in Wachau Valley

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon river cruise between Melk and Dürnstein, offering views of vineyards and medieval villages.
EUR25, 2h

5:00pm

Return to Vienna

Drive back to Vienna to prepare for the next day's journey.
EUR0, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Gasthaus Pöschl

Experience cozy Viennese dining with classic dishes like pork knuckle in this local favorite spot.
EUR25, 1h30m
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Day 3: Salzburg Exploration

Salzburg, Austria on May 24, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel in Vienna

Enjoy a quick breakfast before departing for Salzburg.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Travel to Salzburg by train

Take a direct train from Vienna to Salzburg, known for its musical heritage and alpine charm.
EUR50, 2h30m

10:45am

Visit Hohensalzburg Fortress

Explore one of Europe’s largest medieval castles perched above Salzburg, offering panoramic views.
EUR16, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Stiftskeller St. Peter

Dine in one of Europe’s oldest restaurants serving traditional Austrian meals in historic surroundings.
EUR30, 1h

2:00pm

Mirabell Palace and Gardens

Stroll through the beautiful Baroque gardens famed for their floral designs and view of the fortress.
Free, 1h

3:15pm

Mozart’s Birthplace Museum

Visit the house where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born, now a museum showcasing his life and works.
EUR12, 1h

5:00pm

Walk along the Salzach River

Enjoy a relaxing walk along the river with views of old town Salzburg.
Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Zum Zirkelwirt

Taste hearty Salzburg specialties like Salzburger Nockerl at this traditional tavern.
EUR25, 1h30m
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Day 4: Picturesque Hallstatt

Hallstatt, Austria on May 25, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Salzburg hotel

Start your day with a nourishing breakfast before the trip to Hallstatt.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Travel to Hallstatt

Take the train and bus combination to reach the stunning lakeside village of Hallstatt.
EUR25, 2h30m

10:30am

Walk around Hallstatt village

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site village with charming houses and lake views.
Free, 1h

11:30am

Visit Hallstatt Salt Mine

Tour the world’s oldest salt mine with underground slides and a miner’s history museum.
EUR23, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Restaurant Rudolfsturm

Enjoy regional Austrian dishes with panoramic views at this hilltop restaurant.
EUR30, 1h

2:30pm

Boat tour on Hallstätter See

Relax on a boat ride across the beautiful lake surrounded by mountains.
EUR15, 1h

4:00pm

Travel to Innsbruck

Journey to Innsbruck, the capital of Tyrol, known for alpine scenery and culture.
EUR35, 2h

6:30pm

Dinner at Stiftskeller

Enjoy Tyrolean specialties like speck and dumplings in this historic Innsbruck venue.
EUR25, 1h30m
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Day 5: Alpine Innsbruck

Innsbruck, Austria on May 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel in Innsbruck

Enjoy breakfast with views of the Nordkette mountain range.
Included, 1h

9:30am

Visit Golden Roof

See Innsbruck’s most famous landmark, the ornate gilded balcony dating to the 15th century.
Free, 30m

10:15am

Alpenzoo Innsbruck

Explore the highest zoo in Europe, featuring alpine wildlife in naturalistic habitats.
EUR12, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Die Wilderin

Savor traditional Tyrolean cuisine with a modern twist in this cozy restaurant.
EUR28, 1h

2:00pm

Take the Nordkette Cable Car

Ascend from Innsbruck to the Nordkette mountain range for stunning views and hiking options.
EUR38, 3h

5:30pm

Return to city center and relax

Enjoy some leisure time in Innsbruck’s old town with cafes and shops.
Free, 1h

7:30pm

Farewell dinner at Ottoburg

Dine in this romantic medieval building overlooking the River Inn, serving Austrian specialties.
EUR35, 1h30m
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