Luxury 5-Day Austria Road Trip from Vienna traveling west to Salzburg

Your luxury holiday in Austria begins as soon as you reach the city of Vienna. 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 Vienna - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Vienna.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Vienna State Opera. This opera house is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Vienna, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,854 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Vienna. 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 Vienna.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at die Feinkosterei Schwarz-Hirsch. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 668 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Vienna.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Lebenbauer. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 517 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Figlmüller – Restaurant Bäckerstraße is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Vienna, and has an impressive average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,227 customers.

As your day in Vienna 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 Bockshorn Irish Pub. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,158 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Needle Vinyl Bar, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars among 774 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Josef Cocktailbar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 5-day luxury vacation in Austria and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 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 Schönbrunn Palace. This attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 53,579 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Schönbrunn Palace. This attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 145,237 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Belvedere Palace Chapel chapel, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

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 Plachutta Wollzeile. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,398 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.

Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations.

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.

On day 3 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 Salzburg. You’ll stay in Salzburg 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 Hofburg Palace. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 47,034 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this castle and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding MuseumsQuartier. This art museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,180 visitors.

When you’re finished at the museum, the perfect next stop is the popular Museum of Natural History Vienna. This spectacular museum and attraction is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 33,317 reviews.

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 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 4 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 Vienna. You’ll stay in Vienna 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 Fortress Hohensalzburg your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,309 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 Hellbrunn Palace. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,017 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this château and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Mozart's Birthplace. This museum has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 21,779 visitors.

When you’re finished at the château, the perfect next stop is the popular Mirabell Palace. This spectacular château and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 26,688 reviews.

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 Vienna, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Lugeck, one of the best restaurants in Vienna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,346 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Reinthaler's Beisl as one of their top choices in the city. Reinthaler's Beisl is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,346 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Vienna is Puerstner. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,511 customers.

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

Flanagans is one of the best bars you can visit in Vienna tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Crossfield's Australian Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,326 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.

Today is the last day of your 5-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 Vienna 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 Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. This extraordinary top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 37,411 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Vienna.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Vienna, check out the menu at Rinderwahn. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,045 customers.

You will then say farewell to Vienna 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!