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7-Day Nature Itinerary in Austria for July 2023

  1. Day 1: Vienna
    30 minutes (16 miles) from Vienna International Airport

    Start your trip with a visit to Schönbrunn Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site and former imperial summer residence, in the morning. In the afternoon, explore the Vienna Woods, a lush forested area on the outskirts of the city. Wrap up the day with a night out at a traditional wine tavern, Heuriger, in Grinzing.

  2. Day 2: Salzburg
    2.5 hours (150 miles) from Vienna

    Take a scenic drive to Salzburg. Explore the Mirabell Palace and Gardens in the morning. After lunch, visit the Untersberg mountain and enjoy the panoramic views from the summit. End the day with a visit to the Hohensalzburg Fortress, one of the largest medieval castles in Europe.

  3. Day 3: Zell am See
    1.5 hours (62 miles) from Salzburg

    Start the day with a relaxing boat ride on Lake Zell, surrounded by the Austrian Alps. After lunch, take a scenic drive to the Krimml Waterfalls, the highest waterfalls in Austria. End the day with a visit to the Grossglockner High Alpine Road, a panoramic road with stunning views of Austria's highest mountain.

  4. Day 4: Hallstatt
    1 hour (39 miles) from Zell am See

    Visit the picturesque village of Hallstatt, located on the shores of Lake Hallstatt. Take a boat ride on the lake in the morning. In the afternoon, hike up the nearby Dachstein Mountains for panoramic views of the surrounding area. End the day with a visit to the Hallstatt Salt Mine, one of the oldest salt mines in the world.

  5. Day 5: Innsbruck
    2 hours (118 miles) from Hallstatt

    Take a scenic drive to the Tyrolean city of Innsbruck. Visit the Hofburg Imperial Palace in the morning. After lunch, take a cable car up to the Nordkette mountain for a panoramic view of Innsbruck and the surrounding Alps. End the day with a visit to the Swarovski Crystal Worlds, a unique museum and exhibition space dedicated to the famous Austrian crystal.

  6. Day 6: Stubai Glacier
    1 hour (21 miles) from Innsbruck

    Spend the day at the Stubai Glacier, one of the largest glacier ski resorts in Austria. Take a cable car up to the summit for panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Enjoy skiing, snowboarding or hiking on one of the many trails. End the day with a visit to the Ice Grotto, a unique ice cave inside the glacier.

  7. Day 7: Graz
    4 hours (155 miles) from Stubai Glacier

    Take a scenic drive to the city of Graz. Visit the Schlossberg, a hill in the center of the city with panoramic views of Graz. After lunch, explore the city's museums and art galleries. End the day with a visit to the Eggenberg Palace, a baroque palace with beautiful gardens and a museum of fine arts.

Recommendations

If you have more time, consider visiting the Danube Valley, a scenic river valley with historic towns and vineyards. A side trip to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hallstatt is also recommended. To maximize your fun, try local cuisine such as Wiener Schnitzel or Apfelstrudel. Don't forget to try local wines, beers and schnapps. For more suggestions, contact your local tour guide.

For hotel and flight bookings, visit https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

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