Scenic Road Trip from Ortisei Val Gardena to Salzburg with Optimal Overnight Stops

Day 1: Dolomites to Innsbruck

Ortisei Val Gardena, Italy to Innsbruck, Austria on May 24, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Mozart, Ortisei

Enjoy a traditional Italian breakfast with fresh pastries and aromatic coffee before starting your journey.
EUR15, 1h

9:30am

Drive through the Dolomites to Brenner Pass

Depart Ortisei and drive north via the scenic Gardena Pass, enjoying spectacular mountain views before crossing into Austria at Brenner Pass.
Free, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Gasthof Feuerstein in Steinach am Brenner

Stop for hearty Tyrolean cuisine at this cozy traditional inn with beautiful alpine surroundings.
EUR20, 1h

2:00pm

Continue drive to Innsbruck

Enjoy the drive descending from the high alpine pass into Innsbruck, surrounded by soaring peaks.
Free, 1h

3:30pm

Visit Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl), Innsbruck

Explore Innsbruck’s famous landmark with its ornate gilded roof, situated in the medieval Old Town.
Free, 1h

5:00pm

Check-in and relax at a central hotel in Innsbruck

Settle into a hotel such as Hotel Centrale Innsbruck for easy access to attractions.
EUR100, Overnight

7:00pm

Dinner at Stiftskeller

Dine on traditional Austrian dishes in an atmospheric cellar setting in Innsbruck’s Old Town.
EUR30, 1.5h
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Day 2: Innsbruck to St. Johann in Tirol

Innsbruck to St. Johann in Tirol, Austria on May 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Munding, Innsbruck

Enjoy freshly baked pastries and coffee at one of Innsbruck’s oldest cafés.
EUR15, 1h

9:30am

Visit Nordkette Cable Car

Take the cable car up to Seegrube for panoramic views of the Inn Valley and surrounding Alps. Open 8:00am–5:00pm.
EUR28, 2h

12:00pm

Drive to St. Johann in Tirol

Head east along scenic mountain roads following the Inn River to the charming town of St. Johann in Tirol.
Free, 1.5h

1:30pm

Lunch at Gasthof zum Stern

Sample Tyrolean specialties in a traditional inn located near the town center of St. Johann.
EUR20, 1h

3:00pm

Explore St. Johann Historic Center

Stroll through the quaint town center with its baroque church and local shops.
Free, 1.5h

5:00pm

Check in at local hotel

Relax at a cozy hotel such as Hotel Kirchenwirt, ideally located for exploring the area.
EUR80, Overnight

7:00pm

Dinner at Bräustüberl

Enjoy fresh beer and hearty Austrian fare in this lively local brewery restaurant.
EUR25, 1.5h
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Day 3: St. Johann to Salzburg

St. Johann in Tirol to Salzburg, Austria on May 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Tirolerhof

Savor a morning coffee and light breakfast set in a traditional alpine café.
EUR12, 1h

9:30am

Drive to Salzburg

Set out on the final leg heading northeast towards Salzburg, enjoying lush landscapes along the Salzach River.
Free, 1.5h

11:00am

Visit Hohensalzburg Fortress

Tour one of the largest medieval castles in Europe, offering sweeping views of Salzburg. Open 9:30am–5:00pm.
EUR12, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at St. Peter Stiftskeller

Dine at one of Europe’s oldest restaurants, enjoying classic Austrian cuisine in Salzburg’s Old Town.
EUR35, 1.5h

3:00pm

Walk through Mirabell Gardens

Relax in beautifully manicured Baroque gardens with floral displays and mythological statues.
Free, 1h

4:30pm

Check in at Salzburg hotel

Stay at a centrally located hotel like Hotel Sacher Salzburg for comfort and accessibility.
EUR150, Overnight

7:00pm

Dinner at Zum Zirkelwirt

Enjoy traditional Salzburg dishes and local specialties in a cozy rustic setting.
EUR30, 1.5h
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