12 days tour

Exploring The Alpine Countries Austria - Germany - Switzerla

Exploring The Alpine Countries Austria - Germany - Switzerla

This tour includes:

Meals

10 breakfasts, 6 dinners

Guide

Services of a guide included

Others

Must-See Inclusions: Cruise along the legendary Danube River. Discover the capital of the Bavaria region, Munich. Spend two nights in the beautiful city of Salzburg. Cultural Experiences: Explore incredible Schรถnbrunn Palace. Enjoy a performance by opera singers and ballet dancers set to the music of Strauss, Mozart, and more, in Vienna. Culinary Inclusions: Savor a dinner of local Swiss specialties in Lucerne. Dine on Black Forest Cake in the region it originated from. Highlights Vienna Schรถnbrunn Palace Classical Concert Danube Cruise Salzburg Choice on Tour: Salzburg City Tour or Sound of Music City Tour Munich Choice on Tour: Treasures of Munich Residence or Panoramic Munich City Tour Oberammergau Linderhof Palace Black Forest Freiburg Lucerne

Transport

Transport included

Accommodation

Day 1 to 2: Intercontinental Hotel Wien Day 3 to 4: NH Collection Salzburg City Hotel Day 5 to 6: Hotel Alte Post Day 7 to 8: Hofgut Sternen Day 9 to 10: Radisson Blu Hotel

Not included:

Others

Other activities and services are not included

Flights

International flights not included

Insurance

Travel insurance not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

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Itinerary of your trip Exploring The Alpine Countries Austria - Germany - Switzerla

  • Day 1 Day 1: Overnight Flight
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Overnight Flight

      From regal Austrian palaces to handcrafted German clocks and snowcapped Swiss Alps, set out to experience three Alpine cultures set amid postcard-worthy landscapes.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Vienna, Austria
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Vienna, Austria

      Welcome to Vienna, Austriaโ€™s stately capital city. Built by the Habsburg Empire and amplified by classical composers, Vienna exudes an old-world charm that can be found in its cobblestone streets and elegant architecture. This evening, meet your fellow travelers at a welcome dinner in the city.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Vienna
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Vienna

      Come to know Vienna this morning during a locally guided tour that showcases its architectural marvels. Visit the 17th-century Schรถnbrunn Palace, containing more than 1,440 rooms, and see the impressive St. Stephenโ€™s Cathedral. The afternoon is yours. Enjoy free time to explore the avenues of Vienna or perhaps visit one of its many museums. In the evening, enjoy a performance by opera singers and ballet dancers set to the music of Strauss, Mozart, and more.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Vienna - Salzburg
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Vienna - Salzburg

      Journey through the countryside before taking a cruise along the Danube,* one of Europeโ€™s most renowned waterways. Continue to Salzburg, the โ€œCity of Music,โ€ and find lush gardens and old-world charm. Dine on Austrian cuisine at a local restaurant.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Salzburg
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Salzburg

      Choose how you spend your morning because itโ€™s your choice! Discover Salzburg on a leisurely paced walking tour of the Old Town -OR- feel like youโ€™ve joined the Von Trapp family on a city tour featuring iconic film locations from The Sound of Music. No matter how you choose to spend the morning, enjoy an afternoon at leisure to explore the beloved town on your own.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Salzburg - Munich - Oberammergau, Germany
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Salzburg - Munich - Oberammergau, Germany

      Look out upon the Bavarian Alps en route to the most popular Bavaria city, Munich. Upon arrival, itโ€™s your choice! Take a panoramic tour of Munich, highlighting the National Theater of Bavaria and much more -OR- visit the lavish Treasury of the Munich Residence. Both choices end with a viewing of the Rathaus โ€“ Glockenspiel chiming at Marienplatz. Continue on to Oberammergau, renowned for its 380-year tradition of producing a Passion Play every 10 years, and your home for the next two nights.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Oberammergau - Ettal - Oberammergau
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Oberammergau - Ettal - Oberammergau

      Tour Linderhof Palace, the only palace - out of three - that King Ludwig II lived to see completed. Walk the extraordinary halls that were modeled after Versailles with an expert guide and bask in the luxury of past royals. Later, fairytales become reality during a picture stop of Bavariaโ€™s most famous castle, King Ludwigโ€™s third palace, Neuschwanstein. Regarded as the most photographed castle in Germany it was the inspiration for the castle in Sleeping Beauty.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Oberammergau - Black Forest
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Oberammergau - Black Forest

      Youโ€™re off to the heart of the Black Forest, a region famous for artisans who create authentic cuckoo clocks and Hummels. End your day trying the regionโ€™s famous black forest cake with the tree-studded mountains as your backdrop.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Black Forest - Freiburg - Black Forest
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Black Forest - Freiburg - Black Forest

      This morning, hop on the train and journey to Freiburg, a vibrant city in southwest Germanyโ€™s Black Forest region. With a local guide by your side, explore Freiburg, a city with a rich medieval flair including its Gothic cathedral at the center of town and Bรคchle -- narrow channels with flowing water alongside the roads that once acted as a water supply for the town. Before returning to your hotel, stop at Lake Titisee and enjoy a short boat ride to take in the Black Forest scenery from a different perspective.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Black Forest - Zurich, Switzerland - Lucerne
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Black Forest - Zurich, Switzerland - Lucerne

      Enjoy a scenic drive through the Black Forest region before arriving to Zurich, Switzerlandโ€™s luxurious cultural hotspot, also known as a global leader in banking and finance. Join a local guide for a tour of the city on foot, and then enjoy some free time to have lunch on your own in Zurich. After, head to Lucerne, the โ€œSwiss Paradise on the Lake.โ€ Upon arrival, set out on a scenic walking tour of the city, including a stroll through its romantic Old Town.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Lucerne
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Lucerne

      The day is yours to relax or independently explore the best of Lucerne. Perhaps you will embark on an optional excursion to Mount Pilatus, ascending the worldโ€™s steepest railway on a panoramic gondola to the summit. Tonight, come together with your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner featuring local specialties and toast the end of a wonderful trip.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Lucerne - Tour Ends
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Lucerne - Tour Ends

      Wish the Alps goodbye as your tour comes to a close today.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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