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7-Day Austria Itinerary: A Classic One Week Road Trip
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ExpertThe private bike tour through Salzburg's Sound of Music countryside is a better entry into the Salzkammergut landscape than the standard bus version, and it's the experience I always recommend when clients have the choice. Cycling through the Leopoldskron meadows and along the Hellbrunn alley puts you at ground level in the scenery rather than watching it through a window, and the pace allows for stops the bus schedule doesn't. Swarovski Crystal Worlds in Wattens is consistently underestimated; the underground installation rewards about two hours and reframes the alpine landscape around it in an unexpected way. The private Ferris Wheel dinner in Vienna works best on the first evening, when the city's panoramic layout is new to you: the orientation from 65 meters sets up every walk that follows more effectively than it would as a farewell experience.
The private bike tour through Salzburg's Sound of Music countryside is a better entry into the Salzkammergut landscape than the standard bus version, and it's the experience I always recommend when clients have the choice. Cycling through the Leopoldskron meadows and along the Hellbrunn alley puts you at ground level in the scenery rather than watching it through a window, and the pace allows for stops the bus schedule doesn't. Swarovski Crystal Worlds in Wattens is consistently underestimated; the underground installation rewards about two hours and reframes the alpine landscape around it in an unexpected way. The private Ferris Wheel dinner in Vienna works best on the first evening, when the city's panoramic layout is new to you: the orientation from 65 meters sets up every walk that follows more effectively than it would as a farewell experience.
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Vienna
Day 1 - 2
Resting over the banks of the Danube River in northeastern Austria, Vienna, the country’s capital city, is famous for its classical music heritage and reflects an enticing blend of old and new. The historical centre is skyscraper-free and dotted with immaculate, charming little parks. It is also pedestrian friendly and extremely compact, which is convenient as this area contains the bulk of the city’s major tourist highlights. Chief among these are the famous Burgtheater and Opera House and an array of opulent baroque palaces lining the warren of narrow, medieval alleyways which wind their way around the magnificent St Stephen’s Cathedral. Add to this a slew of grand coffee houses and a rich history of classical music (residents included Mozart and Beethoven) and it becomes difficult to imagine a more livable city than the sophisticated metropolis of Vienna.
Your accommodation
Rosewood Vienna
With a stay at Rosewood Vienna, you'll be centrally located in Vienna, within a 5-minute walk of St. Stephen's Cathedral and Hofburg Imperial Palace. This luxury hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Vienna State Opera and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Vienna Christmas Market.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a living plant wall.
Make yourself at home in one of the 99 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and electric kettles.
Your activity
Private Dinner at Vienna Ferris Wheel
Enjoy an extraordinary private dinner high above the city in your exclusive gourmet wagon aboard the iconic Vienna Giant Ferris Wheel. This unique experience combines panoramic views of Vienna with an intimate atmosphere, perfect for special occasions with friends, family or colleagues. Relax and savour a carefully curated three‑course meal paired with fine wines, served in the comfort of your own wagon as it gently rotates over the city. For about 1.5 hours you’ll be immersed in a memorable blend of culinary delight and breathtaking scenery, creating a truly unforgettable evening.
A single menu must be selected when booking:
- Viennese Beef Soup | Three kinds of garnishes
- Wiener Schnitzel | Potatoes – Lamb’s Lettuce
- Giant Ferris Wheel Cake | Waldviertel poppy seeds, raspberries OR
or
- Char Carpaccio | Mixed salad, dill vinaigrette, char roe
- Boiled Tafelspitz | Root vegetables, creamed spinach, roasted potatoes, chive sauce, applehorseradish
- Kaiserschmarrn | Plum compote
or
- Buffalo Mozzarella | Tomato carpaccio, arugula, basil, pine nuts
- Risotto | Baby spinach, Parmesan, poached egg
- Viennese Apple Strudel | Bourbon vanilla sauce
Salzburg
Day 3 - 4
Set near the German border, the famous city of Salzburg is one of the best-preserved city centres in Europe. Its winding cobblestone streets offer a treasure trove of Medieval and Baroque buildings, palaces, concert halls, and monasteries - all set against a picturesque backdrop of the magnificent snow-capped Alps. Visit the house where Mozart was born, and enjoy a packed lineup of operas, concerts and ballets in breathtaking historic halls and venues. The internationally renowned Salzburg Festival, which takes place every summer, provides the ultimate way to enjoy this scene. Fans of the Sound of Music can retrace the characters’ steps backed by stunning scenes and vistas. Make sure to stroll along the beautiful Salzach River, climb up to the spectacular Hohensalzburg fortress, and try the famous, delicious beer brewed at the Augustiner Braustubl, a monastery-run brewery operating since 1621.
Your accommodation
Austria Trend Europa Salzburg
Located in Salzburg (Elisabeth-Vorstadt), Austria Trend Europa Salzburg is within a 15-minute walk of Mirabell Gardens and Mirabell Palace. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Salzburg Christmas Market and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Getreidegasse.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hotel also features concierge services, a hair salon, and a banquet hall.
Make yourself at home in one of the 103 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Your activity
Private bike tour - Sound of Salzburg
Pedal through the heart of Salzburg and enjoy an easygoing ride that brings the magic of The Sound of Music to life. Along the way, you will visit iconic filming locations like Mirabell Gardens, Leopoldskron Palace, and Nonnberg Abbey, all while soaking instunning views and fun behind-the-scenes stories. The route winds through quiet alleys, lush meadows, and historic landmarks, offering a refreshing perspective on Salzburg’s beauty and charm. With scenic photo stops and a relaxed pace, this tour is perfect for fans of the film and first-time visitors alike.
Innsbruck
Day 5 - 7
Innsbruck, the capital of the Tyrol state in Austria, lies within the Alps. With its relatively mild Alpine climate and outdoor sports facilities impressive enough to thrill even the most adventurous extreme-sports enthusiast, this spectacular historic city is the perfect springboard for making the leap between the urban and the outdoors. See Emperor Maximilian’s glorious fifteenth-century influences in the Gothic Hofkerche Cathedral, the city’s landmark Goldenes Dachl (golden roof), and the remarkable Gothic and Baroque buildings strewn along the winding cobbled streets of its charming historic Altstadt (Old Town). Every year thousands of tourists are drawn to this delightful picture-perfect city presided over by the imposing jagged peaks of the Nordkette mountain range and the majestic Habsburg palace.
Your accommodation
Hotel Schwarzer Adler
A stay at Hotel Schwarzer Adler places you in the heart of Innsbruck, within a 5-minute walk of Hofgarten Park and Court Church. This boutique hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Hofburg and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Tyrolean State Theatre.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a rooftop terrace. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and ski storage.
Make yourself at home in one of the 50 guestrooms. Your bed comes with premium bedding, and all rooms are furnished with single sofa beds. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
Your activity
Entrance to Swarovski Crystal World
Founded by Daniel Swarovski in the Austrian village of Wattens in 1895, Swarovski has become the world`s leading manufacturer of precision-cut crystal. And today, more than 120 years later, Swarovski remains a family-run enterprise under the management of Daniel Swarovski`s fourth- and fifth-generation descendants. This attraction world was opened in 1995 to mark the centennial anniversary of the company`s founding. Multimedia artist Andre Heller designed a unique and magical place, a universe of discoveries and a simply unique experience with every visit. The sparkling shopping landscape `Crystal Stage` unites all the Swarovski product worlds in a single room. In CAFE-terra, visitors can treat themselves to the culinary delights of both international and seasonal dishes. There is plenty to enjoy above the ground too, where around the head of the Giant a spacious park landscape full of surprises unfolds. Visitors are surprised, touched and perhaps even transformed by crystal in all its facets.
The Swarovski Kristallwelten Shuttle runs five times daily between Innsbruck and Swarovski Crytal World in Wattens.
- In Innsbruck, the shuttle stops at two locations:
- Innsbruck Main Station (Hauptbahnhof)
- Innsbruck Congress/Hofburg
- The first departure from Innsbruck is around 8:40 AM, and the last return from Swarovski Crytal World is at approximately 7:05 PM.
- Timetables are available online and displayed at the shuttle stops.
- Please note: Payment is only possible in cash on site – no card payments accepted.
