Country Roads of Bavaria, Switzerland & Austria (Classic)

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Summary

Starts
Vienna
Duration
12 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy
Minimum age
5 years

Description

Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour through the heart of Europe, where history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes converge. From the imperial grandeur of Vienna to the musical heritage of Salzburg, the vibrant spirit of Munich, and the Alpine charm of Innsbruck and St. Moritz, each destination offers a unique tapestry of experiences. Traverse scenic routes, explore iconic landmarks, and indulge in local culinary delights. This journey promises a perfect blend of exploration and relaxation, ensuring an enriching and memorable adventure.

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Included

11 night accommodation

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6 Dinner (D)

11 Breakfast (B)

Vienna: Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a drink, followed by a pleasant dinner with wine at a local restaurant.

Innsbruck: For your dining pleasure, you are offered a selection of Innsbruck's vibrant restaurants. With drinks, a delicious 3-course dinner and Glühwein in abundance, your Dine-Around evening is a culinary experience not to be missed.

Stanserhorn: A spectacular journey by cable car and cogwheel railway takes you to the summit.  Enjoy expansive mountain views over Lake Lucerne for your dinner. Fill your glass with wine and toast to newfound friends.

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Choose between two carefully selected activities

Munich: Visit the Residenz, the former royal palace of the Wittelsbach monarchs of Bavaria.

Munich: Embark on a culinary walking tour in the heart of the city.

Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.

Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.

We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.

Salzburg: Visit the house where Mozart was born in 1756. Enjoy a pianoforte demonstration and examine letters, memorabilia, and musical instruments of the great composer, plus a fascinating collection of portraits.

Stans: Taste a refreshing seasonal juice at a renovated Capuchin monastery producing sustainable crops from the alpine region. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.

See Feldherrnhalle in the Odeonsplatz, Palace of the Dukes of Wittelsbach, English Garden, Hofbräuhaus and Marienplatz in Munich • the church featured in ‘The Sound of Music' in Mondsee • Hofburg Imperial Residence and Opera House in Vienna • Old Town, Imperial Palace and Golden Roof in Innsbruck • St. Moritz • Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge in Lucerne.

Vienna: A guided exploration of Schönbrunn Palace will have all your senses tingling. Stand beneath frescoed ceilings, crystal chandeliers and gilded Rococo frames where Mozart performed as a child prodigy.

Melk Abbey: Visit Melk Abbey where the Benedictine monks have been living and working since 1089.

Salzburg: Join your Local Expert to visit the formal gardens of Mirabell Palace and Residence Square - both locations used in 'The Sound of Music.' You will also see the imposing fortress, the immense cathedral and Mozart's birthplace on the lively Getreidegasse.

Dachau: Experience a powerful and moving visit to Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial site with a Local Expert.

Neuschwanstein Castle: Visit the archetypal fairy-tale castle that allegedly inspired many of Walt Disney's castles. Led by a local historian, walk through the magnificent halls, take in the lavish decoration and enjoy spectacular views.

Oberammergau: Explore the town and see the theatre where the Passion Play has been performed since 1634.

Innsbruck: The host for your visit to the Bergisel Ski Jump is a local Ski Jumper who will show you a trick or two (weather permitting).

Innsbruck: Nestled amidst majestic mountains, Innsbruck is a beautiful city offering a unique combination of nature, history, and culture. Stroll the streets of the picturesque Old Town, with your Local Expert, learn about its history and admire the Baroque and Gothic architecture.

St Moritz: See the spa quarter and glacial lake of this charming alpine resort.

St Moritz: Travel along the route of the world-famous Glacier Express, through looping tunnels and dizzying viaducts, in the scenic heart of the Swiss Alps, on a regional train fully powered by hydroelectricity.

Lucerne: See the emotive Lion Monument, Jesuit Church and Chapel Bridge.

Stanserhorn: Journey to the top of Mount Stanserhorn on a panoramic, open-top cable car powered by solar energy, and enjoy spectacular views from the summit.

Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

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From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.

Vienna: During your orientation led by your Travel Director, travel along the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.

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Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).

If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.

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Destinations

Mondsee
Dachau
Panoramic view of historic Zurich city center with famous Fraumunster, Grossmunster and St. Peter and river Limmat at Lake Zurich on a sunny day with clouds in summer, Canton of Zurich, SwitzerlandZurich
Austria, Rainbow over Salzburg castleSalzburg
Aerial view on Marienplatz town hall and Frauenkirche in Munich, Germany.Munich
Gemeinde Melk - city in AustriaMelk
Lucerne - town in SwitzerlandLucerne
Church Heiliger Franz of Assisi at Mexikoplatz, Vienna, Austria.Vienna
Photo of aerial panoramic view of Oberammergau town in the district of Garmisch-Partenkirchen in Bavaria, Germany.Oberammergau
photo of St. Moritz, the famous resort region for winter sport, from the high hill in Switzerland.Sankt Moritz
Innsbruck cityscape, Austria.Innsbruck
Andermatt - city in SwitzerlandAndermatt

Map

Attractions

photo of  view of Pilgrimage church Maria Plain on Plainberg in Bergheim bei Salzburg, Austria. Mozart sometimes played music at Maria Plain during Sunday mass.,Austria Austria.Maria Plain
Chapel Bridge, Lucerne, Luzern, SwitzerlandChapel Bridge
Oberammergau Tourism / Museum
photo of Golden Roof in Innsbruck Austria - architecture and nature background.Golden Roof
photo of aerial view of Train passing through famous mountain in Filisur, Switzerland. Landwasser Viaduct world heritage with train express in Swiss Alps snow winter scenery.Landwasser Viaduct
photo of view of The view of Hundertwasser house in Vienna, Austria.Hundertwasserhaus
photo of VIEW OFHolzknechtmuseum Ruhpolding,Laubau Germany.Holzknechtmuseum Ruhpolding
Engadiner Museum, Sankt Moritz, Maloja, Grisons, SwitzerlandEngadiner Museum
Basilika St MichaelBasilika St. Michael
Photo of Mirabell Palace and Gardens in Summer, Salzburg castle in background.Mirabell Palace
Photo of Munich skyline with Marienplatz town hall in Germany.Marienplatz
Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, Dachau, Landkreis Dachau, Bavaria, GermanyDachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
photo of view of Mozart statue on Mozart Square (Mozartplatz) located at Salzburg, Austria.Mozartplatz
Melk AbbeyMelk Abbey
photo of Munich Residenz, Munich, Germany.Munich Residence
photo of tourists (faces not visible) climbing the cable car in an open car up Mount Stanserhorn in Switzerland and admire the magnificent aerial panorama of central Switzerland, mountains, villages and forest.Stanserhorn
photo of morning view of Zurich, Switzerland. View of the historic city center with famous Fraumunster Church, on the Limmat river.Fraumünster Church
Salzburg Cathedral, Altstadt, Salzburg, AustriaSalzburg Cathedral
Photo of aerial view of Schonbrunn Palace is a major tourist attraction in Vienna, Austria.Schönbrunn Palace
photo of The ski-jump at Bergisel, Innsbruck in Austria.Bergisel Ski Jump
Photo of St. Charles's Church (Karlskirche) in Vienna, Austria at beautiful twilight.St. Charles's Church
photo of Neuschwanstein Castle at sunset in winter landscape in Germany.Neuschwanstein Castle
Mineralienmuseum
Photo of the Wiener Riesenrad or Vienna Giant Wheel 65m tall Ferris wheel in Prater park in Austria.Prater
Natur Eis Palast, Gemeinde Finkenberg, Bezirk Schwaz, Tyrol, AustriaNatur Eis Palast
SustenpassSustenpass

Daily Itinerary

Day1

Day 1
Day 1: Arrival in Vienna

  • Vienna - Arrival day
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Welcome to the enchanting city of Vienna, where your journey begins. Spend your afternoon exploring the city's vibrant streets or relaxing at your hotel. In the evening, meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a delightful dinner at a local restaurant, where you'll savor exquisite Austrian cuisine paired with fine wine.

Day2

Day 2
Day 2: Vienna's Imperial Grandeur

  • Vienna
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  • Hundertwasserhaus
  • Schönbrunn Palace
  • St. Charles's Church
  • Prater
  • More

Immerse yourself in Vienna's imperial splendor with a private tour of the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace and its formal gardens. Experience the opulence of the rococo era as you explore the palace's lavish interiors. Continue your journey through Vienna's historic heart, passing by iconic landmarks such as St. Charles' Church, the Hofburg Palace, and the State Opera House.

Day3

Day 3
Day 3: Journey to Salzburg

  • Vienna
  • Mondsee
  • Melk
  • Salzburg
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  • Basilika St. Michael
  • Melk Abbey
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Travel through the picturesque Austrian countryside to the charming city of Salzburg. Along the way, visit the stunning Melk Abbey, a masterpiece of Baroque architecture, and the iconic Mondsee Basilica St. Michael, famously featured in 'The Sound of Music.' Arrive in Salzburg, where the city's musical heritage awaits.

Day4

Day 4
Day 4: Explore Salzburg's Musical Legacy

  • Salzburg
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  • Maria Plain
  • Mirabell Palace
  • Mozartplatz
  • Salzburg Cathedral
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Delve into Salzburg's rich musical history with a guided tour of the Mirabell Palace Gardens, Residenzplatz, and the imposing Hohensalzburg Fortress. Visit the Salzburg Cathedral and Mozart's Birthplace, where you'll enjoy a pianoforte demonstration and explore the composer's memorabilia. Conclude your day with a farm-to-table dining experience, savoring local flavors.

Day5

Day 5
Day 5: From Lakes to Bavarian Delights

  • Munich
  • Salzburg
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  • Holzknechtmuseum Ruhpolding
  • Mineralienmuseum
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Embark on a scenic boat ride to the picturesque Herrenchiemsee Palace and the serene Fraueninsel. Enjoy leisure time in the gardens before continuing by boat to Gstadt. Journey by coach to Munich, the vibrant heart of Bavaria. In the evening, immerse yourself in Bavarian culture with a traditional dinner at a local beer hall.

Day6

Day 6
Day 6: Munich's Historical and Culinary Treasures

  • Dachau
  • Munich
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  • Marienplatz
  • Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
  • Munich Residence
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Discover Munich's rich history with an orientation tour of the city's landmarks, including Marienplatz and the Munich Residenz. Choose between a culinary walking tour or a visit to the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site for a moment of reflection. Experience the vibrant culture of Munich with a choice of activities tailored to your interests.

Day7

Day 7
Day 7: Castles and Alpine Charm

  • Munich
  • Oberammergau
  • Innsbruck
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  • Oberammergau Tourism / Museum
  • Neuschwanstein Castle
  • More

Venture into the Bavarian Alps to visit the fairy-tale Neuschwanstein Castle, a masterpiece of romantic architecture. Continue to the charming village of Oberammergau, renowned for its Passion Play. Conclude your day in the Tyrolean capital of Innsbruck, nestled amidst snow-capped peaks, where you'll enjoy a diverse dining experience.

Day8

Day 8
Day 8: Innsbruck's Alpine Wonders

  • Innsbruck
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  • Golden Roof
  • Bergisel Ski Jump
  • Natur Eis Palast
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Explore the enchanting city of Innsbruck with a guided tour of its historic Old Town, the impressive Imperial Palace, and the iconic Golden Roof. Visit the Bergisel Ski Jump, where you'll witness a thrilling ski jump demonstration against the backdrop of stunning mountain vistas.

Day9

Day 9
Day 9: Scenic Journey to St. Moritz

  • Innsbruck
  • Sankt Moritz
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Travel through the breathtaking Engadine Valley to the chic Alpine resort of St. Moritz. Enjoy the town's stunning scenery and fresh mountain air. Explore its museums or indulge in shopping for unique souvenirs. Consider embarking on one of Europe's most scenic train journeys over the Bernina Pass.

Day10

Day 10
Day 10: Iconic Train Journey and Lucerne's Charm

  • Andermatt
  • Lucerne
  • Sankt Moritz
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  • Landwasser Viaduct
  • Engadiner Museum
  • Sustenpass
  • More

Embark on the iconic Glacier Express, traversing through awe-inspiring landscapes of ice-capped mountains and lush meadows. Cross the Landwasser Viaduct and descend through the Oberalp Valley. Continue to Lucerne, where you'll visit the poignant Lion Monument and explore the city's historic charm.

Day11

Day 11
Day 11: Lucerne's Scenic Splendor

  • Lucerne
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  • Chapel Bridge
  • Stanserhorn
  • Fraumünster Church
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Enjoy a leisurely morning exploring Lucerne's medieval fortifications, including the Chapel Bridge and Jesuit Church. Later, embark on a scenic journey to the summit of Stanserhorn via funicular railway and cable car. Relish an unforgettable dinner at the revolving Drehrestaurant Rondorama, with panoramic views of the Alps.

Day12

Day 12
Day 12: Departure from Zürich

  • Lucerne
  • Zurich - Departure day
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Conclude your Alpine adventure with a transfer to Zürich airport, carrying with you memories of breathtaking landscapes and cultural treasures.

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