Austrain Lakes Tour Salzkammergut

Conditional cancellation
24/7 customer support
Best price guarantee

Description

Summary

Starts
Strobl
Duration
8 days
Languages
English and German
Difficulty
Medium
Minimum age
12 years

Description

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through Austria's breathtaking landscapes, charming villages, and historical sites. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of nature, culture, and history, taking you from the serene Lake Wolfgangsee to the vibrant town of Bad Ischl, and the world heritage site of Bad Goisern. Experience the thrill of hiking through picturesque trails, exploring the rich history of the Emperors' town, and discovering the significance of salt in the Salzkammergut region. Enjoy the stunning views of the lake from the Falkenstein wall, indulge in local delicacies at the Schwarzensee, and marvel at the beauty of Hallstatt and its salt mine. This tour is designed to immerse you in the local culture and natural beauty of Austria, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Read more

Included

Breakfast

Read more

•7 nights in 3 star hotels with breakfast

•Boat fares on the lakes Wolfgangsee and Hallstätter See

•Train fare Hallstatt – Bad Goisern and Bad Goisern – Bad Ischl

•Tour book per room

•Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel

•GPS files

Read more

Map

Attractions

Hoher DachsteinHoher Dachstein
Dachstein Shark, Obertraun, Bezirk Gmunden, Upper Austria, AustriaDachstein Shark
Marktplatz Hallstatt, Hallstatt, Bezirk Gmunden, Upper Austria, AustriaMarktplatz Hallstatt
Kleine Wassermühle
photo of Slope on the skiing resort Planai & Hochwurzen in Austria.Hochwurzen
Kaiservilla in Bad Ischl, Austria. Kaiservilla was the summer residence of Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Sisi Elisabeth of Austria.Kaiservilla
Salza Wasserfall

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival at Lake Wolfgangsee

  • Hallein
  • Mondsee - Arrival day
  • More

Begin your journey with a warm welcome at Lake Wolfgangsee, located in the charming village of Abersee, Strobl, or St. Wolfgang. Upon arrival at your hotel, you will receive your tour package. You can reach Lake Wolfgangsee by a public bus from Salzburg, which runs every 30 minutes, or by train from Vienna to Bad Ischl, followed by a public bus ride to the lake.

Read more
Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Hike to St. Gilgen

  • Mondsee
  • Sankt Gilgen
  • More
  • Dachstein Shark
  • More

Take a boat ride to St. Wolfgang and embark on a high walk to the Falkenstein wall, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the lake. Continue your journey along the idyllic Fürberg walk to the Mozart village of St. Gilgen. After a day of exploration, return to Lake Wolfgangsee by boat.

Read more
Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Journey to Bad Ischl

  • Bad Ischl
  • Sankt Gilgen
  • More
  • Hochwurzen
  • More

Start your day with a boat ride to St. Wolfgang, followed by a walk along the Sattel to the beautiful Lake Schwarzensee. Here, you will be treated with local specialities by Madame Lore of the lake hut. Descend into the valley through a gorge and circle around the Bürglstein to the lake promenade in Strobl. End your day with a bus ride to the Emperors' town of Bad Ischl.

Read more
Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Exploring Bad Ischl

  • Bad Ischl
  • More
  • Hoher Dachstein
  • Kaiservilla
  • More

Spend your day exploring the historical town of Bad Ischl. Visit the Emperors' villa, enjoy a cup of coffee at the famous Café Zauner, and explore the Hotel Austria, where the engagement of Emperor Franz Josef and Elisabeth of Bavaria took place.

Read more
Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Journey to Bad Goisern

Day 5: Journey to Bad Goisern

Discover the importance of salt in the Salzkammergut region as you walk along the promenade in the river Ischl on the brine-pipeline walk to the world cultural heritage site of Bad Goisern.

Read more
Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Exploration of Hallstatt

  • Hallstatt
  • Altaussee
  • More
  • Hoher Dachstein
  • Marktplatz Hallstatt
  • Salza Wasserfall
  • More

Follow the river trail to Lake Hallstatt and walk along the lake into the 'Fjord'. Marvel at the first houses of Hallstatt and the stunning mountains with the Salt Mountain. Enjoy a ferry ride to Hallstatt center, explore the little alleys, or take the funicular up to the salt mine. Don't miss the view of Mount Dachstein, the highest peak in upper Austria. End your day with a pleasant boat and train ride back to your hotel in Bad Goisern.

Read more
Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Hike to Abersee

  • Altaussee
  • Abtenau
  • More
  • Kleine Wassermühle
  • More

Take a train to Bad Ischl and follow the Elisabeth-walking path to the idyllic little Lake Nussensee. Continue along the river Ischl to Strobl and walk through the Blinkling moor to the peninsula of Abersee. Enjoy the beautiful view of St. Wolfgang, Schafberg, and the lake.

Read more
Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Departure

  • Mondsee - Departure day
  • More

Your memorable 8-day tour comes to an end. Depart from Lake Wolfgangsee with unforgettable memories of Austria's natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture.

Read more

Link to appstore phone
Install Europe’s biggest travel app

Download Europe’s biggest travel marketplace to your phone to manage your entire trip in one place

Scan this QR code with your phone camera and press the link that appears to add Europe’s biggest travel marketplace into your pocket. Enter your phone number or email address to receive an SMS or email with the download link.