Luxury 11-Day Austria Road Trip from Graz to Vienna, St. Pölten, Salzburg, and Spittal a der Drau

Your luxury holiday in Austria begins as soon as you reach the city of Graz. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Austria is Graz - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Graz.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Schlossberg. This park is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Graz, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,998 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Graz. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Graz.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Glöckl Bräu | Wirtshaus - Schank - Gastgarten | Graz. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,934 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Graz.

This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city.

As your day in Graz is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Austria.

Make your way to Steak Boutique. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at dreizehn by Gauster, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars among 500 guests.

Raise a toast to the start of your 11-day luxury vacation in Austria and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your luxury road trip holiday in Austria you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Graz and the city of Vienna. You’ll stay in Vienna for 4 nights.

Your day starts in Graz. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Kunsthaus Graz your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,737 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this art museum and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Clock tower in Graz. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,087 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this clock tower and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Castle of Graz. This urban castle has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 793 visitors.

When you’re finished at the opera house, the perfect next stop is the popular Graz Opera. This spectacular opera house and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 3,085 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Schloss Eggenberg. This museum is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,626 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Graz by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Austria to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Austria. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Graz today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Vienna, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try die Feinkosterei Schwarz-Hirsch, one of the best restaurants in Vienna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 668 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Lebenbauer as one of their top choices in the city. Lebenbauer is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Vienna is Figlmüller – Restaurant Bäckerstraße. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,227 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Bockshorn Irish Pub is one of the best bars you can visit in Vienna tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,158 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Needle Vinyl Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 774 customers.

Alternatively, try Josef Cocktailbar. Josef Cocktailbar is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Austria! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 3 of your luxury holiday, you’ll get the opportunity to experience the spectacular city of Vienna. You’ll stay in Vienna for 3 nights, which gives you enough time to discover some of the most amazing things to see and do in the city. Start your morning with a hearty breakfast and get ready for an entire day of enjoying Vienna to the fullest.

Today you will have the opportunity to visit multiple popular travel destinations in Vienna. Begin your sightseeing with a visit to the outstanding Vienna State Opera. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,854 visitors.

When you’re finished at Vienna State Opera, make a stop at the wonderful Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: Neue Burg. This incredible attraction is a museum, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 25,581 visitors.

Next up, make your way to one of the best places to see according to travelers in Vienna, the extraordinary Museum of Natural History Vienna. This museum is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 33,317 visitors.

As the day moves along, another attraction you will probably want to visit is the incredible MuseumsQuartier. Up to 30,180 visitors have rated this art museum an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Tonight you will stay at one of the best luxury hotels in Vienna. We have selected the perfect options for you to have the loveliest experience in Vienna.

Treat yourself to an overnight stay at the wonderful Leonardo Vienna Otto Wagner, a highly recommended 3-star hotel in the city. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 8,807 guests and guarantees you a pleasant break from your self-drive luxury vacation.

Another excellent luxury accommodation alternative in Vienna is the fantastic ARCOTEL Wimberger Wien. This 4-star hotel is the ultimate place to lay back and treat yourself to some well-deserved downtime after a busy day exploring. ARCOTEL Wimberger Wien is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 8,481 guests.

Alternatively, check in at the outstanding Ambassador. This 5-star hotel is warmly recommended by previous guest and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 6,979 reviews to prove it. Get cozy and rest before it’s yet again time to hit the roads.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best luxury hotel alternatives if these are not available.

After a long day of exploring, it’s time for indulging in some food. Make a reservation at one of the best restaurants in Vienna.

We recommend you eat at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like the fantastic Plachutta Wollzeile. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,398 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Vienna.

Enjoy an amazing evening in Vienna, and get ready for more fantastic days to come of your luxury vacation in Austria!

On day 4 of your exciting luxury holiday across Austria you will continue exploring the city of Vienna. You still have 2 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Vienna. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 37,411 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Hundertwasserhaus. This attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,429 visitors.

This is a highly recommended attraction in the city.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Vienna has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Vienna, make sure to check out Lugeck. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,346 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Reinthaler's Beisl. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,346 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Vienna before is Puerstner. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,511 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Flanagans is one of the best bars in Vienna and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

You may also want to check out Crossfield's Australian Pub. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Crossfield's Australian Pub is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,326 customers.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Austria has plenty more in store for you.

Day 5 of your luxury road trip Austria offers you another day to explore the magnificent city of Vienna. Today you will continue your luxury holiday in the best possible way - by discovering the best sights, most exciting activities, and finest restaurants in the city.

One of the best travel destinations you can visit in Vienna today is the stunning Belvedere Palace Chapel. This chapel has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 66,332 reviews.

Next up, make your way to the spectacular Schönbrunn Palace. This attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 145,237 visitors.

When you’re ready for your next sight of the day, continue to the incredible Schönbrunn Palace. This attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 53,579 visitors.

You will be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for luxury tours and bespoke activities in Vienna. Add the best tours to your luxury vacation package before or after booking.

After a long day of discovering the unique quirks of Vienna, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely meal. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

According to reviews, Rinderwahn is one of the absolute best places to eat in Vienna. At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu. Rinderwahn is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,045 customers.

This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers and locals.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Vienna and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife.

To get a drink at one of the best bars in the city, go to Loos American Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,538 customers.

If you’d like to continue your evening somewhere else, we recommend heading to Kleinod. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

Raise a toast to another amazing day of your luxury holiday in Vienna, Austria and seize the opportunity to celebrate.

On day 6 of your luxury road trip holiday in Austria you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Vienna and the city of St. Pölten. You’ll stay in St. Pölten for 1 night.

Your day starts in Vienna. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing St. Stephen's Cathedral your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 103,855 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this catholic cathedral and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Stadtpark. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,294 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this metro station and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Hofburg Palace. This castle has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 47,034 visitors.

When you’re finished at the park, the perfect next stop is the popular Heldenplatz. This spectacular park and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 18,261 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Volksgarten. This urban park is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 18,273 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Vienna by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Austria to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Austria. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Vienna today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of St. Pölten, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Golden Sun, one of the best restaurants in St. Pölten. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 944 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Schau. Spiel as one of their top choices in the city. Schau. Spiel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,163 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in St. Pölten is Rhodos Restaurant. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 975 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Saloon Milwaukee is one of the best bars you can visit in St. Pölten tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,157 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Yesterday - die Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 291 customers.

Alternatively, try BarRock. BarRock is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 262 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Austria! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 7 of your luxury road trip holiday in Austria you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, Lower Austria and the city of Salzburg. You’ll stay in Salzburg for 2 nights.

Your day starts in Lower Austria.

Make the amazing Museum Niederösterreich your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,428 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this country museum and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Melk Abbey. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,473 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this abbey and attraction.

Make the most of your day in Lower Austria by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Austria to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Austria. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Lower Austria today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Salzburg, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try STEAKHOUSE MEET2EAT SALZBURG, one of the best restaurants in Salzburg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 545 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Indian Restaurant Taj Mahal as one of their top choices in the city. Indian Restaurant Taj Mahal is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,149 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Salzburg is Bärenwirt. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,298 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Red Bull Hangar-7 is one of the best bars you can visit in Salzburg tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,007 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Monkeys cafe. Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 851 customers.

Alternatively, try Darwin's Cafe Bar. Darwin's Cafe Bar is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Austria! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 8 of your luxury holiday, you’ll get the opportunity to experience the spectacular city of Salzburg. You’ll stay in Salzburg for 1 night, which gives you enough time to discover some of the most amazing things to see and do in the city. Start your morning with a hearty breakfast and get ready for an entire day of enjoying Salzburg to the fullest.

Today you will have the opportunity to visit multiple popular travel destinations in Salzburg. Begin your sightseeing with a visit to the outstanding Hangar-7. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,007 visitors.

When you’re finished at Hangar-7, make a stop at the wonderful Mirabell Palace. This incredible attraction is a château, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,688 visitors.

Next up, make your way to one of the best places to see according to travelers in Salzburg, the extraordinary Mirabell Gardens. This park is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,148 visitors.

As the day moves along, another attraction you will probably want to visit is the incredible Mozartplatz. Up to 12,235 visitors have rated this square an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

If you’re up for one last attraction today, check out the popular Fortress Hohensalzburg.

Tonight you will stay at one of the best luxury hotels in Salzburg. We have selected the perfect options for you to have the loveliest experience in Salzburg.

Treat yourself to an overnight stay at the wonderful Hotel Jedermann, a highly recommended 3-star hotel in the city. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,178 guests and guarantees you a pleasant break from your self-drive luxury vacation.

Another excellent luxury accommodation alternative in Salzburg is the fantastic arte Hotel Salzburg. This 4-star hotel is the ultimate place to lay back and treat yourself to some well-deserved downtime after a busy day exploring. Arte Hotel Salzburg is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 7,006 guests.

Alternatively, check in at the outstanding Hyperion Hotel Salzburg. This 5-star hotel is warmly recommended by previous guest and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,215 reviews to prove it. Get cozy and rest before it’s yet again time to hit the roads.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best luxury hotel alternatives if these are not available.

After a long day of exploring, it’s time for indulging in some food. Make a reservation at one of the best restaurants in Salzburg.

We recommend you eat at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like the fantastic Zwettler's Wirtshaus. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,457 customers.

Alternatively, check out the menu at IMLAUER Sky - Bar & Restaurant in Salzburg. Considered one of the best restaurants in Salzburg, it has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,933 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Salzburg.

Many locals go to Murphy's Law Irish Pub to have a good time. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 615 customers.

If you feel like going somewhere else, another popular option in the city is Celtic Spirit. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 504 customers.

The Salzburg Whiskey Museum - Bar is another great option in Salzburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 379 customers.

Enjoy an amazing evening in Salzburg, and get ready for more fantastic days to come of your luxury vacation in Austria!

On day 9 of your luxury road trip holiday in Austria you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Salzburg and the city of Spittal a der Drau. You’ll stay in Spittal a der Drau for 1 night.

Your day starts in Salzburg. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Mozart's Birthplace your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 21,779 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this museum and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Haus der Natur Salzburg. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,033 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this science museum and attraction. In fact, this welcomes around 500,000 visitors annually.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Hellbrunn Palace. This château has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,017 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Salzburg by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Austria to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Austria. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Salzburg today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Spittal a der Drau, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant "Panorama Drautalperle", one of the best restaurants in Spittal a der Drau. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 564 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Restaurant Trupp as one of their top choices in the city. Restaurant Trupp is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 370 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Spittal a der Drau is Ma Ma Mia. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 213 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

The Renegade is one of the best bars you can visit in Spittal a der Drau tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 574 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Austria! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 10 of your luxury holiday in Austria, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Klagenfurt and Carinthia. You’ll stay in Graz for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Folk Culture Museum - Schloss Porcia. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 320 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Castello Porcia. This museum and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 236 reviews.

The wonderful Drautalperle is another popular attraction you can explore on this day of your vacation in Klagenfurt.

Joining a top-rated tour in Klagenfurt is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in Austria. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of Austria’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

Make your way to the incredible Pyramidenkogel Tower in Carinthia for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an observation tower and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,280 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination you’ll want to pay a visit in Carinthia is the outstanding Neuer Platz. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,497 visitors, this remarkable square and attraction definitely deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists in Austria.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Graz.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated Flann O'Brien Original Irish Pub. This bar is considered one of the best in Graz and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,257 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gösser Bräu Graz. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,327 customers.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in Austria awaits!

Today is the last day of your 11-day luxury holiday in Austria and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Graz before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Austria by heading out to the stunning Hauptplatz, Graz. This extraordinary square and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 15,716 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Graz.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Graz, check out the menu at Lend-Platzl. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,340 customers.

You will then say farewell to Graz and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Austria in your luggage!