10-Day Austria Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Graz traveling east to Vienna and Wiener Neustadt

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Explore the best of Austria on a remarkable 10-day road trip! Combine exploration with relaxation on a self-drive tour featuring Graz, Vienna, Gemeinde Mödling, Laxenburg, Gemeinde Baden, Wiener Neustadt, Gemeinde Hohe Wand, Pernitz, and Hirschwang a der Rax.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Austria. You will spend 2 nights in Graz, 6 nights in Vienna, and 1 night in Wiener Neustadt. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in Austria. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Graz, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover Austria on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in Austria. Schönbrunn Palace and Prater are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Graz, Vienna, Gemeinde Mödling, Laxenburg, Gemeinde Baden, Wiener Neustadt, Gemeinde Hohe Wand, Pernitz, and Hirschwang a der Rax, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Austria. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in Austria.

Throughout your road trip in Austria, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in Austria.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

The best services in Austria fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in Austria today!

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Day 1

Graz - Arrival day
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Main square of Graz
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Your road trip adventure in Austria begins as soon as you reach Graz and pick up your car. You’ll stay here for 1 night and explore what to see in Graz, sample the local cuisine, and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

Graz is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

Find your way to your hotel in Graz. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in Austria. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Graz, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 10-day road trip in Austria!

Day 2

Graz
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Drive 202 km, 2 hours 55 min

Kunsthaus Graz
Uhrturm
Schlossberg
Castle of Graz
Graz Opera
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Your itinerary for day 2 of your road trip in Austria includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Graz. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Vienna, where you'll spend 6 nights.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Vienna. Vienna offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Vienna's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

Day 3

Vienna
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Drive 19 km, 1 hour 12 min

Belvedere Palace
Schönbrunn Palace
Schönbrunn Palace Park
Schönbrunn Zoo
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You’ll stay in Vienna for 5 nights.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Austria. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Vienna. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Austria!

Day 4

Vienna
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Drive 2 km, 26 min

St. Stephen's Cathedral
Albertina
Vienna State Opera
Innere Stadt
Graben
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A visit to Innere Stadt is a must on the agenda today. This neighborhood is full of hidden gems and character, perfect for a leisurely stroll. Plus, you’ll be close to some of the city’s most famous sights.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Austria. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

Vienna is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Vienna.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Austria.

Day 5

Vienna
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Drive 5 km, 47 min

Volksgarten
Heldenplatz
Hofburg Palace
St. Charles's Church
Mariahilfer Straße
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You have 3 nights left in Vienna. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Austria. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Vienna. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in Austria.

Day 6

Vienna
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Drive 8 km, 39 min

Prater
Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
Citypark
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Day 6 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Graz. You’ll stay in Vienna for 2 nights more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Austria. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Vienna, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in Austria.

Day 7

Vienna
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Drive 5 km, 40 min

Kunsthistorisches Museum
Maria-Theresa Memorial
Museum of Natural History Vienna
MuseumsQuartier
Neubau
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You’ll stay in Vienna for 1 night.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Austria. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Vienna's best restaurants.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

Day 8

Vienna
Wiener Neustadt
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Drive 82 km, 1 hour 47 min

Castle Liechtenstein
Laxenburg Castle Park
Kurpark Baden Stadtpark
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On day 8 of your road trip in Austria, your travel plans include 3 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Gemeinde Mödling, Laxenburg, and Gemeinde Baden are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Wiener Neustadt, where you will stay for 1 night.

Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Wiener Neustadt. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the town.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Wiener Neustadt. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in Austria!

Day 9

Wiener Neustadt
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Drive 223 km, 3 hours 31 min

Skywalk Aussichtspunkt
Myra Waterfalls
Rax Cableway
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 9 of your road trip in Austria. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 3 places, which are Gemeinde Hohe Wand, Pernitz, and Hirschwang a der Rax. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Graz, where will spend 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Graz, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Graz is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Graz.

Head back to your accommodation in Graz and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Austria.

Day 10

Graz - Departure day
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Herrengasse
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Day 10 of your road trip in Austria is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Austria!

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.

Personalize your itinerary

Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.

Easily make changes

Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.

Enjoy seamless planning

With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.

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