As a European vacation destination, Austria is mistakenly passed over by many tourists. Its classical musical legacy is without equal. It houses some of Europe's finest museums, castles, cathedrals, palaces and abbeys. Home to vineyard-covered river valleys, elegant cities, dense woods, thermal lakes, and traditional alpine villages, Austria has no fewer than nine official UNESCO World Heritage Sites. And while we firmly believe that Austria merits a visit entirely based on its own cultural, historic, natural, gastronomic and enological attractions, it must be said that it is an ideal destination to combine with neighboring countries.
A short drive across its borders in virtually any direction is likely to take you somewhere interesting as Austria borders Germany, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Italy, Slovenia, Hungary, Slovakia and the Czech Republic. And if your group is hoping to incorporate sports into your vacation in Austria, you're in luck! Austria is a paradise for those intending to ski or hike in the Alps (often less expensively than in Switzerland), and for those wanting to hike in Italy's Dolomites mountain range, beginning your itinerary in the lovely Austrian town of Lienz is a great way to start your adventure.
Contemplating a trip to Austria? Allow our Groups Department Team at Europe Express to collaborate with you to customize your group's ideal trip. Our sample itineraries below are a great starting point. Perhaps one of these is exactly what your group is looking for – or perhaps your group has a special interest in Austria such as Roman archeological sites, the Holy Roman Empire, the Habsburg dynasty, the Austro-Hungarian Empire, World War I, Adolf Hitler, Marian shrines, Jewish history, Austrian winemaking, Austrian gastronomy, The Sound of Music, skiing, hiking, spa resorts, baroque architecture, Haydn, Liszt, Schubert, Strauss, Mozart or the Vienna Boys Choir.
Europe Express regularly handles groups of all sizes and works directly with deluxe hotels as well as budget-conscious properties. Let our team create a truly memorable vacation experience in Austria that meets your group's interests, expectations and budget.
Chasing Magyar Kings, Bohemian Dukes and Holy Roman Emperors: The Best of Vienna, Budapest and Prague – 11 Days
While Vienna, Prague and Budapest have undoubtedly been influenced by their former Austrian Habsburg rulers, this Central European itinerary will show you that each is absolutely distinct and unique! Vienna oozes classical elegance and houses some of the best museums and classical music venues in Europe. Budapest, a true melting pot of Western and Eastern cultures, is undeniably charming and home to geothermal baths, beautiful architecture and amazing views of the Danube. Prague, with its timeless Old Town and ancient Castle District, possesses an ambience unlike anywhere else in the world. Spend a week and a half getting to know three of Europe's most beautiful capital cities.
Highlights and Inclusions
Tour Schonbrunn, the Habsburg's Winter Palace and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Dinner in a traditional wine tavern in the Vienna Woods
Wachau Valley day trip featuring Melk Abbey and a Danube River Cruise
Free days at leisure in Budapest and Prague
Walking tours in Gyor, Hungary; Komarno, Slovakia; and Szentendre, Hungary
Inside visits to Hofburg Palace, Prague Castle, Buda Castle and Krivoklat Castle!
Accommodations: Vienna 4 nights, Budapest 3 nights, Prague 3 nights
Meals: Continental breakfast daily. Lunch and dinner as noted in itinerary
Ground transportation via air conditioned luxury coach
English speaking assistants and guides
Admission tickets as outlined in itinerary
Alpine Paradise: Germany, Austria & Switzerland – 12 Days
Spend two weeks extensively exploring some of Europe's most beautiful landscapes. This pleasantly-paced yet interesting itinerary will begin in Munich and take you from Bavaria into Austria, a Mecca of classical music, amazing Alpine views and pinot noir wines. You'll then travel into Switzerland, a country whose dramatically-stunning geography has no equal. With lakes, mountains, delicious food, charming villages and expert sightseeing, spend two weeks in a picture-perfect, Alpine paradise.
Highlights and Inclusions
Guided tour of Bavaria's Neuschwanstein Castle
City sightseeing tours in Munich, Innsbruck, Lucerne and Zurich
Lunch at "Eagles Nest"
"Sound of Music" Tour in Salzburg
Special dinner in Salzburg served with Austrian wines
Overnight stay in the famed resort town St Moritz
Visit to Vaduz, the capital of the Principality of Liechtenstein
Swiss Folklore Dinner
Mount Pilatus by Cog Train, Aerial Gondola and a cruise on Lake Lucerne
Accommodations: Munich 4 nights, Salzburg 2 nights, St Moritz 2 nights, Lucerne 2 nights, Zurich 1 night
Meals: Continental breakfast daily. Lunch and dinner as noted in itinerary
Ground transportation via air conditioned luxury coach
English speaking assistants and guides
Admission tickets as outlined in itinerary
Exploring Austria and the Czech Republic: The Best of Vienna, Prague and Salzburg – 11 Days
This 11-day tour was designed to take your group from the banks of the Danube, past the Vienna Woods, through historic Bohemian towns, to a fairytale city found along the River Vltava and lastly to the northern frontiers of the scenic Alps. We guarantee that you cannot find scenery much better than this! If remarkable royal castles, pretty baroque towns, top-notch classical music venues, and out-of-this-world landscapes are on your travel bucket list, this is the itinerary for you!
Highlights and Inclusions
Tour Schonbrunn, the Habsburg's Winter Palace and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Dinner in a traditional wine tavern in the Vienna Woods
Wachau Valley day trip featuring Melk Abbey and a Danube River Cruise
Free day in Prague
Walking tours in the historic Bohemian towns of Trebon and Cesky Krumlov
Inside visits to Hofburg Palace, Prague Castle, and Krivoklat Castle
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If you have less than 10 people traveling together, please submit an FIT quote. With more than 10 people traveling together, request a custom quote from our Groups Department.
