Central Europe
Austria — Vienna, Salzburg & the Tyrol
Austria tour package · 7 nights / 8 days
Imperial Vienna, Mozart's Salzburg, and the lakes and mountains between them.
- Duration
- 7 nights / 8 days
- Best time
- May to September for the lakes; December for markets; January to March for skiing.
- Ideal for
- Families, music and history travellers, honeymooners
This Austria tour package is a 7-night, 8-day itinerary. The best time to go is May to September for the lakes; December for markets; January to March for skiing. It suits families, music and history travellers, honeymooners. World Destinations, a travel agency in Mumbai, plans it end to end — flights, hotels, transfers, visa and insurance — and prices it on your dates.
Austria tour highlights
- Schonbrunn Palace and the Vienna State Opera
- Hallstatt on its lake
- The Grossglockner high alpine road
- Salzburg old town and Mozart's birthplace
Day-wise itinerary
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Day 1
Arrive Vienna
Transfer to your hotel. Evening on the Ringstrasse and a first coffee house.
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Day 2
Vienna
Schonbrunn Palace and gardens, then St Stephen's Cathedral, the Hofburg and the Spanish Riding School.
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Day 3
Vienna to Salzburg
Rail west through the Danube valley. Afternoon in the Salzburg old town and Mirabell Gardens.
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Day 4
Salzburg and the lakes
Hohensalzburg fortress in the morning, then out into the Salzkammergut — St Wolfgang, and Hallstatt in the late afternoon once the coaches leave.
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Day 5
Salzburg to Innsbruck
Into the Tyrol. Afternoon at the Golden Roof and the Nordkette cable car above the city.
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Day 6
Tyrol
The Grossglockner road in summer, or Swarovski Crystal Worlds and a mountain railway when the pass is closed.
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Day 7
Innsbruck to Vienna
Rail back east, with the afternoon free for the Belvedere and Klimt.
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Day 8
Depart Vienna
Transfer to the airport.
Inclusions
- Austrian rail between cities
- Schonbrunn and Hohensalzburg entry
- Accommodation in the stated hotel category on twin-sharing basis
- Daily breakfast; other meals as noted in the itinerary
- Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
- Entrance fees for the attractions listed as included
- Visa assistance and documentation support from our team
- All applicable service taxes and levies on our services
- 24/7 on-trip support and a single point of contact throughout
Exclusions
- Schengen visa fee
- The Grossglockner road is closed by snow outside roughly May to October
- International airfare unless quoted as part of the package
- Visa fees, travel insurance premium and any biometric charges
- Meals not specified, drinks, and anything of a personal nature
- Optional tours, tips to guides and drivers, and porterage
- City or tourism tax payable directly at some hotels
- Anything not explicitly listed under inclusions
- Cost changes due to currency movement, fuel surcharge or government levy
Austria: common questions
When is the best time to visit Austria?
The best time to visit Austria is May to September for the lakes; December for markets; January to March for skiing.
How many days do you need in Austria?
We plan the Austria trip over 7 nights and 8 days, which covers the full day-by-day route on this page. With fewer days we shorten the route rather than cram it, and with more we add stops — tell us your dates and we adjust it.
What is included in the Austria tour package?
Included in the Austria package: Austrian rail between cities; Schonbrunn and Hohensalzburg entry; Accommodation in the stated hotel category on twin-sharing basis; Daily breakfast; other meals as noted in the itinerary. Not included: Schengen visa fee; The Grossglockner road is closed by snow outside roughly May to October; International airfare unless quoted as part of the package. The full inclusions and exclusions are listed above.
Who is the Austria trip best for?
The Austria trip suits families, music and history travellers, honeymooners. The itinerary here is a starting point, and the route can be changed to suit your group.
How much does a Austria trip cost?
There is no fixed price for Austria: World Destinations quotes each trip against live airline and hotel rates for your dates, party size and hotel category. Season, hotel category and flights from Mumbai move the cost most. Send your dates on WhatsApp or call +91 9167919191 for a full costing.
Do Indians need a visa for Austria?
Yes — Indian passport holders need a Schengen short-stay visa for Austria, which allows up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen area. Apply to the consulate of the country where you will spend the most time, no earlier than six months and at least 15 days before travel; fingerprints are taken when you apply. The fee is €90 for adults, and decisions normally take 15 days.
Source: European Commission, applying for a Schengen visa · checked
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