Cheap 5-Day Austria Road Trip from Graz traveling west to Schladming and Abtenau

Your exciting road trip through Austria starts when you reach the incredible city of Graz, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Graz and begin your adventure in Austria.

Graz is a popular cheap holiday destination in Austria with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Graz and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Clock tower in Graz will make your cheap holiday in Austria truly special. This attraction is a fascinating clock tower that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 7,087 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Graz. An excellent example is the popular Glöckl Bräu | Wirtshaus - Schank - Gastgarten | Graz. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,934 customers.

Steak Boutique is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 772 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Graz we recommend is dreizehn by Gauster, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Austria!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Austria, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Graz and end your day in the city of Schladming, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Graz is the amazing Hauptplatz, Graz. This travel destination is a square that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,716 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Old Town of Graz. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,953 travelers, a visit to this well-known must-see tourist destination and sightseeing spot in Graz is likely to make your vacation in Austria even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Graz is the outstanding Kunsthaus Graz. This art museum has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,737 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Austria, drop by the popular Schlossberg. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,998 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Schloss Eggenberg. This museum is a popular attraction rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,626 visitors from all over the globe.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Schladming. Schladming is another cheap travel destination in Austria where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Austria can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Schladming that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Schladming is Sattler‘s. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 753 customers.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Schladming enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Schladming’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Austria. For example, you can visit Falkensteiner Hotel Schladming. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 834 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Sporthotel Royer. This popular bar in Schladming has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 793 bar-goers.

You can also go to Platzhirsch-Alm Schladming GmbH as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Platzhirsch-Alm Schladming GmbH is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 784 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Austria!

On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Austria, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Salzburg and end your day in the city of Abtenau, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Salzburg is the amazing Planai Schladming Bergbahn. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,913 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Hochwurzen. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,842 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Salzburg is likely to make your vacation in Austria even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Salzburg is the outstanding Hopsiland Berg-Spielplatz Schladming. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 547 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Austria. To have the best affordable travel experience in Austria, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Austria unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Austria.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Abtenau. Abtenau is another cheap travel destination in Austria where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Austria can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Abtenau that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Abtenau enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Abtenau’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Austria.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Austria!

Day 4 of your self-drive vacation in Austria gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Graz for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Austria.

While you’re in Salzburg, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Hellbrunn Palace. The fantastic Hellbrunn Palace is a popular château and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 19,017 travelers.

Make Nockstein your first stop. This popular mountain among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 495 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Salzburg-Umgebung District is the outstanding Dorf der Tiere. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 639 visitors, this remarkable top-tier point of interest and attraction deserves a spot on your Austria travel bucket list.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Austria. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Austria and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Graz. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Graz, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Graz, Flann O'Brien Original Irish Pub. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,257 bar goers.

Gösser Bräu Graz is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Graz, with its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,327 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Austria. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Austria!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Austria as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Graz.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Austria.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Graz is the remarkable Graz Opera. This opera house and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,085 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Graz, consider a top-rated restaurant like Lend-Platzl. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,340 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Graz and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Austria!