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13-Day Austria Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Salzburg traveling east to Linz, Vienna, and Graz

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Escape the ordinary with this exciting 13-day road trip through Austria. Explore diverse landscapes, discover lively cities, and prepare for an unforgettable journey!

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Austria. You will spend 6 nights in Salzburg, 2 nights in Linz, 2 nights in Vienna, and 2 nights in Graz. 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 Salzburg, 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 Salzburg, Hallstatt, Gosau, Bad Ischl, Kaltenbach, Linz, Gemeinde Melk, Gemeinde Dürnstein, Krems a der Donau, Vienna, Graz, Pörtschach am Wörther See, Keutschach, and Villach, 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.

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Day 1

Salzburg - Arrival day
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Your road trip adventure in Austria begins as soon as you reach Salzburg and pick up your car. You’ll stay here for 5 nights and explore what to see in Salzburg, sample the local cuisine, and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

Salzburg 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.

As afternoon approaches, head to your chosen hotel in Salzburg. Check-in typically starts around 2 to 4 PM at hotels in Austria. We recommend staying at a central location for easy access to key areas in the city.

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 Salzburg, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 13-day road trip in Austria!

Day 2

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Drive 2 km, 36 min

Erzabtei / Stift St Peter Salzburg
Salzburg Cathedral
Mozartplatz
Mirabellgarten
Mirabell Palace
Altstadt
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Day 2 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Salzburg. You’ll stay in Salzburg for 4 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.

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

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

Day 3

Salzburg
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Drive 152 km, 2 hours 49 min

Hallstätter See
Salzwelten Hallstatt
Hallstätter Wasserfall
Marktplatz Hallstatt
Viewpoint Hallstatt
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Wake up to day 3 of your road trip in Austria. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Lahn and Hallstatt. With 3 nights to stay in Salzburg, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Salzburg and your accommodation.

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

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

Day 4

Salzburg
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Drive 269 km, 4 hours 44 min

Eispalast Dachstein
5 Fingers
Calvary Gosau
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On day 4 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Liezen and Gosau. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Salzburg, where you still have 2 nights left to stay.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Salzburg.

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

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Austria!

Day 5

Salzburg
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Drive 117 km, 2 hours 20 min

Rettenbach-Klamm
Kaiservilla
Katrin cable car Bad Ischl
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Greet day 5 of your road trip in Austria with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 1 night to stay in Salzburg, so get ready to make the most of your time in the region. On the agenda for this day, you’ll find only the best things to see and do in Hinterstein, Bad Ischl, and Kaltenbach.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Salzburg and your accommodation.

Salzburg 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 Salzburg.

Say good night to Salzburg and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Austria!

Day 6

Salzburg
Linz
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Drive 138 km, 2 hours 2 min

Ars Electronica Center
Lentos Art Museum
Linz’s main square
Dreifaltigkeitssäule
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On day 6 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Austria, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Linz. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Linz, where you’ll be staying for 2 nights.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Salzburg.

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

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

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

Day 7

Linz
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Drive 298 km, 3 hours 26 min

Melk Abbey
Stift Dürnstein
Landesgalerie Niederösterreich
Karikaturmuseum Krems
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On day 7 of your road trip in Austria, you’ll start and end your day in Linz, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the city. Since you still have 1 night to spend in Linz, there’s no need to rush. Experience Gemeinde Melk, Gemeinde Dürnstein, and Krems a der Donau to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Linz.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Linz'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 8

Linz
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Drive 193 km, 2 hours 31 min

Schönbrunn Palace
Belvedere Palace
Hundertwasserhaus
St. Stephen's Cathedral
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On day 8 of your road trip in Austria, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Vienna are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Vienna, where you will stay for 2 nights.

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

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

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in Austria!

Day 9

Vienna
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Drive 10 km, 56 min

Prater
Hofburg Palace
Albertina
Vienna State Opera
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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.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

Day 10

Vienna
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Drive 204 km, 2 hours 50 min

Eggenberg Palace, Graz
Schlossberg
Kunsthaus Graz
Main square of Graz
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Your itinerary for day 10 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 Graz, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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

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.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Austria!

Day 11

Graz
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Drive 334 km, 4 hours 12 min

Wörthersee
Stein Golf
Pyramidenkogel Tower
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On day 11 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Graz, where you have 1 night left to stay.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Graz and your accommodation.

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 your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Austria!

Day 12

Graz
Salzburg
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Drive 387 km, 4 hours 52 min

Parish Church of St Jacob
Museum of the City of Villach
Villacher Alpengarten
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 12 of your road trip in Austria. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Villach. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Salzburg, where will spend 1 night.

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

Salzburg 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 Salzburg.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Austria!

Day 13

Salzburg - Departure day
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Fortress Hohensalzburg
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Day 13 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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Confirm your package instantly and lock in the best rate with secure payment and guaranteed availability.

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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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