Vienna, Austria’s capital, lies in the country’s east on the Danube River. Its artistic and intellectual legacy was shaped by residents including Mozart, Beethoven and Sigmund Freud. The city is also known for its Imperial palaces, including Schönbrunn, the Habsburgs’ summer residence. In the MuseumsQuartier district, historic and contemporary buildings display works by Egon Schiele, Gustav Klimt and other artists
Salzburg is an Austrian city on the border of Germany, with views of the Eastern Alps. The city is divided by the Salzach River, with medieval and baroque buildings of the pedestrian Altstadt (Old City) on its left bank, facing the 19th-century Neustadt (New City) on its right. The Altstadt birthplace of famed composer Mozart is preserved as a museum displaying his childhood instruments.
Day 01 Arrive Vienna / Vienna – Salzburg (D) (By Road) (296 km /3 hrs appx.)
Arrival in Vienna, meet assist at the airport and drive to Salzburg transfer in to your hotel.
Overnight in Salzburg.
Day 02 Salzburg (B-L-D)
Today we walk through Salzburg city and see Salzburg Cathedral- the centrepiece of Salzburg. It stands out as a masterpiece of early baroque art, Residenz Fountain – considered to be the most beautiful fountain in the city of Salzburg, Love lock bridge over Salzac river- a symbol of eternal love. Couples mark their locks with their names or initials and toss the key into the river, Getreide Gasse- a busy shopping street in the historic altstadt of Salzburg, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996, It is also known as the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart at No. 9, where he lived until the age of 17, Linzer Gasse- yet another beautiful street with its handicrafts, old shops, countless restaurants and hostels. Later we visit Mirabell Gardens – horticultural masterpiece and one of the most important shooting locations from the famous Hollywood musical ‘The Sound of Music’. Later we take the funicular ride to Hohensalzburg Fortress – more than 900-year-old Fortress, also an evidence of Salzburg’s medieval history. Here we see the torture room, weapon exhibits and Marionette Museum.
Overnight in Salzburg.
Day 03 Salzburg-Hallstat-Mondsee-Vienna (B-L-D)(By Road) (402 km/ 05 hrs)
Today we proceed to Hallstatt – A picture perfect town on Lake Hallstatt’s western shore in Austria’s mountainous Salzkammergut region. Upon arrival we walk through its beautiful old town. Followed by a cable car ride to visit the magnificent Five Fingers viewing platform- It’s a series of five long, meter-wide platforms that spread like a hand hovering in mid-air over a 122-meter drop. Each is a different design and offers a different perspective. In the afternoon we enjoy boat ride on Hallstatt lake. Later we proceed to Vienna – Capital of Austria, is one of the most visited cities of Europe. Enroute we visit Mondsee Village where the village church was used for a wedding scene in the famous movie ‘Sound of Music’ Overnight in Vienna.
Day 04 Vienna (B-L-D)
Today we visit Schonbrunn Palace – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, an 18th century Baroque palace was the main summer residence of the Habsburg rulers and is one of the most important architectural, cultural, and historic monuments in the country. Later we explore Vienna city, we see Opera House – one of the finest Opera Houses in the world, Parliament Building – the monumental neoclassical building is the seat of the Austrian Parliament, City Hall – Neo-Gothic building that serves as the city’s administrative centre, Hofburg Palace – the former principal imperial palace of the Habsburg dynasty rulers and today serves as the official residence and workplace of the President of Austria, Heldenplatz – a public square and Ring Boulevard – also known as Ringstrasse, is a circular boulevard that surrounds Vienna’s historical centre. Overnight in Vienna.
Day 05 Depart Vienna
Departure transfer to onward destination.
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Place | Nights | Hotels |
Salzburg | 02 | Holiday Inn Salzburg City |
Vienna | 02 | Hotel Levante Parliament |
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Accommodation as per the program
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Meals as per the program
- Entrance fees.
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Local English speaking guide.
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All transfers, sightseeing, excursions.
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All taxes.
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Personal Expenses.
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Camera / Video Camera Fees.
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Medical Aid.
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Tips.
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Travel Insurance.
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Visa (If any).
– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost. – Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.