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8 Day Munich, Salzburg & Vienna Discovery
Highlights: Munich, Salzburg, Vienna
Trip start: Munich
Trip end: Vienna
Price Range from $2,440 to $2,704 *
* USD per person based on 2-4 people, double occupancy. Custom designed personal tour. Prices subject to change.

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Trip Summary
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An unforgettable journey through the beautiful Bavarian and Austrian landscape. Start your journey in Bavaria's capital Munich, which proudly retains the air of a traditional German city. Appreciate the Bavarian architecture of the Frauenkirche, Marienplatz and the old town, the baroque magnificence of the Schloss Nymphenburg as well as the modern expanse of the Olympia park, an icon of post-war Germany. Continue to Salzburg, also known as "Mozart Town" where you will receive insight into the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque aspects of the city as the famous composer saw it. Move on to experience Vienna through the ages. Complete with Habsburg palaces, trotting white horses, ladies adorned in fur coats and the famous Ringstrasse. Once you are in Vienna, the Schoenbrunn tour is an absolute "must”. Enjoy a cruise on the Danube and reflect on your wonderful trip - Auf Wiedersehen!

Day Activities Hotel
Day 1
Munich
  • Munich: Transfer - Private - Airport - Vehicle/Driver(economy)
  • Welcome Package
  • Lunch (not included)
  • Dinner (not included)
Ghotel Munich Zentrum Hotel (3*) (B)
Day 2
Munich
  • Private - 1/2 d Walking City Tour (2.5 hrs) - Guide
  • Lunch (not included)
  • Dinner (not included)
Ghotel Munich Zentrum Hotel (3*) (B)
Day 3
Munich
  • Shared - Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Tour (10.5 hrs) - Vehicle/Guide
  • Lunch (not included)
  • Dinner (not included)
Ghotel Munich Zentrum Hotel (3*) (B)
Day 4
Salzburg
  • Transfer - Private - Train Station - Vehicle/Driver(economy)
  • Train - Munich - Salzburg [2hrs] - 2nd Class Train Ticket
  • Salzburg: Transfer - Train Station - Luxury Vehicle/Driver
  • Lunch (not included)
  • Welcome package
  • Private - 1/2 d City Tour with Mozart Residence (3hrs) - Vehicle/Driver
  • Dinner (not included)
Hofwirt (3*) (B)
Day 5
Salzburg
  • Morning at leisure
  • Lunch (not included)
  • Shared - Salzkammergut Lake District (4hrs) - Coach/Boat/Guide
  • Dinner (not included)
Hofwirt (3*) (B)
Day 6
Vienna
  • Transfer - Train Station - Luxury Vehicle/Driver
  • Train - Salzburg - Vienna [3 hrs] - 2nd Class Train Ticket
  • Vienna: Transfer - Private - Train Station - Vehicle/Driver
  • Lunch (not included)
  • Private - 1/2 d City Tour with Schonbrunn Palace (4hrs) - Vehicle/Guide/Driver
  • Dinner (not included)
Austria Wien (3*) (B)
Day 7
Vienna
  • Shared - Wachau - Danube Valley (8hrs)
  • Lunch (not included)
  • Dinner (not included)
Austria Wien (3*) (B)
Day 8
Vienna
  • Transfer - Private - Airport - Vehicle/Driver
Depart (Int`l Airport) 
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, 1/2d = Half Day, Al = All Inclusive

Trip Options
All of our itineraries may be customized as you wish, add extra days, change a hotel, see different sights. Contact one of our expert consultants for your free, no-obligation vacation plan.

Itinerary

Day 1 Munich

Capital of Bavaria and beer capital of Europe, Munich boasts as rich a wealth of art and architecture as any of Germany's great cities. Where Berlin and Frankfurt have entered into the spirit of modernity, Munich has retained the air of a traditional German city, and has grown in fame as keeper of Germany's folk customs and identity, full of architectural treasures from the Baroque and Renaissance period. Oktoberfest is the main festival in the city and it is mobbed with lederhosen clad Germans and foreigners, and the celebration of carnivalesque magnitude belies the world view of Germans as a staid and serious folk. Dancing, processions and fabulous masques turn the entire city into a playground as people celebrate uproariously. If the revels don't sound like your thing then stay away and visit the city another time, when you can appreciate the Bavarian architecture of the Frauenkirche, Marienplatz and the old town, the baroque magnificence of the Schloss Nymphenburg and the modern expanse of the Olympia Park, an icon of post-war Germany.

Meet your driver for a private airport transfer in Munich.

A welcome package with your vouchers, a city map, train tickets (if relevant) and any other touristic information that you may find useful will be waiting for you upon your arrival at your first hotel on your trip.

Ghotel Munich Zentrum Hotel (3*) is located in the heart of the city and you can almost reach Viktualienmarkt, the Marienplatz and the Deutsches Museum by foot. The hotel commands an excellent view of the Isar River, which is situated in the edge of the Isarvorstadt, a multicultural quarter lying in the south of the Old Town, surrounded by nice restaurants and bistros. The hotel has 154 rooms which are tastefully furnished. They have a shower/bathroom, hairdryer, safe, cable TV, direct dial telephone and, if requested, offer access to the internet by WLAN, analogue dial-in or ISDN. The hotel does not have its own restaurant, but there are several dining options within the surrounding area.

Overnight at Ghotel Munich Zentrum Hotel (3*).


Munich
Munich
Marienplatz
Marienplatz
Ghotel Munich Zentrum Hotel
Ghotel Munich Zentrum Hotel
Day 2 Munich

Enjoy an informative and entertaining walk through the heart of Munich’s beautiful old town with private guide. Along the way we take a look into the city’s colorful 850 year history, stopping at various sites which over the years have witnessed events creating not just local, but also worldwide interest. From royal scandals right through to being one of the most influential and important cities in European and world events, Munich has experienced the lot! Entrance fees are not included in the tour. Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price).

Overnight at Ghotel Munich Zentrum Hotel (3*).


Garden in Munich
Garden in Munich
Day 3 Munich

In the midst of the German Alps, the magnificent towers of Neuschwanstein castle rise in all their majestic splendour – it is simply breathtaking! Set in one of the world’s most beautiful locations, the castle overlooks the idyllic 700 year old, medieval village of Fuessen. The panoramic view from the Marienbruecke (the bridge high above the castle and gorge) is spectacular with unspoiled natural lakes and valleys stretching far into the distant horizon. Linderhof Palace, located near Oberammergau in southwest Bavaria near Ettal Abbey, is the smallest of the three palaces built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria and the only one of which he lived to see completion. Entrance fees need to be paid on the spot.

Overnight at Ghotel Munich Zentrum Hotel (3*).


Neuschwanstein throne room
Neuschwanstein throne room
Day 4 Salzburg

Salzburg is the fourth-largest city in Austria and the capital of the federal state of Salzburg. It's "Old Town" with its world famous baroque architecture is one of the best-preserved city centres in the German-speaking world, and was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. The city is noted for its Alpine setting. It is the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the setting for parts of the musical and film The Sound of Music, which features famous landmarks in Austria, but focuses mainly on Salzburg.

Take a train station transfer in Munich with a private vehicle and driver.

Enjoy the alpine scenery during your train ride to Salzburg.

Take a private train station transfer with private vehicle and driver in Salzburg.

A welcome package with your vouchers, a city map, train tickets (if relevant) and any other touristic information that you may find useful will be waiting for you upon your arrival at your first hotel on your trip.

Enjoy a panoramic, private 3hr tour of Salzburg, known as Mozart's town which features many historical buildings and interesting architecture. Since the 18th century until today you can hear the sound of Mozart's Magic Flute and other famous compositions between Salzburg historic walls. Gain an insight into the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque aspects of the city as Mozart saw it. End your tour with a visit to the newly reopened Mozart Residence, on Makart Square.

Hofwirt Hotel (3*) a historical hotel in the heart of Salzburg right next to Linzergasse, a pedestrian zone in the centre of Salzburg and only a short walk from the train station, the congress centre, and Mirabell Palace. The Hofwirt is a traditional/modern Hotel, built in 1878 and renovated in 2007. The comfortable guest rooms are furnished in a modern or traditional style and feature cable TV and a bathroom. Guests can enjoy breakfast and dining in the onsite restaurant.

Overnight at Hofwirt (3*).


Salzburg
Salzburg
Salzburg, Old Town
Salzburg, Old Town
Hofwirt Hotel, Salzburg
Hofwirt Hotel, Salzburg
Day 5 Salzburg

Sleep in this morning and relax at your hotel.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of one of Austria's most beautiful regions, the lake district just beyond the gates of Salzburg. Admire the impressive hunting Castle Fuschl, today a luxury hotel, where the Prince Archbishops spent many seasons. Visit the famous winged Gothic in St. Wolfgang. Continue by boat to St. Gilgen on the other side of Lake St. Wolfgang. Visit St. Gilgen, where Mozart's mother was born. Passing Castle Hüttenstein tour continues along the Mondsee until its conclusion in Salzburg.  Route: Salzburg (Mirabellplatz) - Fuschl - St. Wolfgang (May 1st - Oct 26th by boat) - St. Gilgen - Krottensee - Mondsee - Salzburg (Mirabellplatz).

Overnight at Hofwirt (3*).


View of St. Gilgen
View of St. Gilgen
Day 6 Vienna

Vienna is situated in the northeast with the Danube River running through the northern suburbs of the city. The Ringstrasse forms the boundary of the elegant First District, with its fine architecture, shops and hotel.  The Hapsburgs who ruled the country for six centuries resided in the Hofburg where the Kaiser-Apartments (Imperial Apartments) and the Crown Jewels are now open to the public. The Spanish Riding School in the Hofburg where the famous white Lipizzaner stallions perform finely executed dressage manoeuvres to Viennese classical music is very popular with tourists. Schloss Schönbrunn, can be compared with Versailles; its landscaped park is also home to the world’s oldest zoo. There are more than 50 museums open to the public, including the Natural History Museum, the Austrian Museum of Applied Arts, the Museum of the 20th Century, the Museum of Modern Art, the Museums quarter, the Künstlerhaus, the Clock and Watch Museum and the Technology Museum.

Take a private train station transfer with private vehicle and driver in Salzburg.

Enjoy a train transfer from Salzburg to Vienna.

Take a train station transfer with a private vehicle and driver in Vienna.

Spend an enjoyable 4 hours exploring the city of Vienna today on a private tour which will provide an overall impression of the most significant sights of Vienna. Along the Ringstrasse admire numerous magnificent buildings, such as the MAK, the State Opera House, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Natural History Museum, the cultural district the Museums Quartier, the former Habsburg winter residence, the Hofburg, the Parliament, the City Hall and the Burgtheater. The highlight of the tour will be a visit of the showrooms of Schönbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the Habsburg family. The MAK shows applied and contemporary art in temporary exhibitions as well as in its unique permanent and study collections. On the way back to the opera pass by the Belvedere Palace, the former summer residence of Prince Eugene. The tour takes 3 hours and includes the entrance fee to the Schonbrunn Palace.

The Austria Wien Hotel (3*) is directly situated in the historical centre of Vienna, only a few steps away from St. Stephen's Cathedral. The Imperial Palace Hofburg with its Congress Centre, the Vienna State Opera, the renewed Viennese Museums as well as the exclusive shopping streets Kärntnerstraße and Graben can all be reached easily with short walks through the typical old Viennese side streets of the city centre. The accomodations are stylish and meticulously and lovingly designed, leaving no aspect of modern comfort for you to miss out on. You can relax in their quietly located terrace with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine or in their lounge rooms, furnished in Biedermeier style. Here you’ll also find a free highspeed internet terminal, a free wireless LAN (WI-FI) hotspot and a 5-language cable television at your disposal.

Overnight at Austria Wien (3*).


National History Museum
National History Museum
Schonbrunn Palace
Schonbrunn Palace
Austria Wien Hotel
Austria Wien Hotel
Day 7 Vienna

Enjoy a full-day excursion, which will show you the beauty of the Wachau. Through this romantic scenery full of history and legends the Danube winds its way past charming old village's steep vineyards, and castles. During a romantic boat-trip the history comes alive. The heart of the Wachau is the old vine-merchant's town Krems. Also visit Melk, the "Cradle of Austria" , the magnificent Benedictine Abbey, a pearl of the Austrian Baroque. Possibility for lunch in the Abbey Restaurant at Melk. The tour finishes at the Opera House. Entrance fee to Melk Monastery and boat ride included.

Overnight at Austria Wien (3*).


Danube Valley
Danube Valley
Day 8 Vienna

Take a private airport transfer in Vienna with a private vehicle and driver.

Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.

Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport).



Trip Includes
Guaranteed departure - Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services

Trip Excludes
Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance

Trip Terms & Conditions

  • Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
  • Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
  • Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
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  • Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.
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