Luxury 8-Day Austria Road Trip Vacation from Vienna traveling south to Graz and Bad Tatzmannsdorf

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 Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. This must-see tourist destination is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Vienna, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 34,639 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 Bockshorn Irish Pub. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,158 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Vienna.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out die Feinkosterei Schwarz-Hirsch. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 668 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Lebenbauer 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 4.7 out of 5 stars by 517 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 Needle Vinyl Bar. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 774 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Grüner Kakadu, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars among 568 guests.

Raise a toast to the start of your 8-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 3 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 52,208 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 135,798 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 Naschmarkt. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 43,957 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Figlmüller – Restaurant Bäckerstraße. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,227 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Vienna before is Plachutta Wollzeile. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of 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.

Josef Cocktailbar is one of the best bars in Vienna and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.

You may also want to check out Flanagans. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Flanagans is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Crossfield's Australian Pub. Crossfield's Australian Pub has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,326 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

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 3 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 St. Stephen's Cathedral. This catholic cathedral has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 97,727 reviews.

Next up, make your way to the spectacular Vienna State Opera. This attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 46,463 visitors.

When you’re ready for your next sight of the day, continue to the incredible MuseumsQuartier. This attraction is an art museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,213 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Hofburg Palace. This castle and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 43,996 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, Lugeck 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. Lugeck is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,346 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re curious to try a local favorite, check out Reinthaler's Beisl. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,346 customers and guarantees you a nice dining experience to end your day.

When your taste buds call for something different, you may want to pay Puerstner a visit instead. This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers and locals. Puerstner has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,511 customers.

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

Your day starts in Vienna.

Make the amazing Laxenburg Castle Park your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,913 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this park 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 11,926 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this abbey and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Myra Waterfalls. This park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,843 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 Graz, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Steak Boutique, one of the best restaurants in Graz. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend dreizehn by Gauster as one of their top choices in the city. Dreizehn by Gauster is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Graz is Glöckl Bräu | Wirtshaus - Schank - Gastgarten | Graz. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,934 customers.

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

Flann O'Brien Original Irish Pub is one of the best bars you can visit in Graz tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,257 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 5 of your luxury holiday, you’ll get the opportunity to experience the spectacular city of Vienna. You’ll stay in Vienna 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 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 Schloss Eggenberg. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,573 visitors.

When you’re finished at Schloss Eggenberg, make a stop at the wonderful Schlossbergbahn. This incredible attraction is a funicular, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,066 visitors.

Next up, make your way to one of the best places to see according to travelers in Vienna, the extraordinary Clock tower in Graz. This clock tower is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,579 visitors.

As the day moves along, another attraction you will probably want to visit is the incredible Schlossberg. Up to 19,104 visitors have rated this park an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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

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 B&B HOTEL Graz City-Süd, a highly recommended 3-star hotel in the city. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,241 guests and guarantees you a pleasant break from your self-drive luxury vacation.

Another excellent luxury accommodation alternative in Vienna is the fantastic IntercityHotel Graz. This 4-star hotel is the ultimate place to lay back and treat yourself to some well-deserved downtime after a busy day exploring. IntercityHotel Graz is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,005 guests.

Alternatively, check in at the outstanding Kai 36. This 5-star hotel is warmly recommended by previous guest and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 815 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 Flann O'Brien Original Irish Pub. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,257 customers.

Alternatively, check out the menu at Gösser Bräu Graz. Considered one of the best restaurants in Vienna, it has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,327 customers.

If you’re curious about more of the best restaurants in Vienna, Landhauskeller - Mittagessen | Abendessen | Cocktailbar | Hofsaison | Katze Katze - Graz is one to check out. Landhauskeller - Mittagessen | Abendessen | Cocktailbar | Hofsaison | Katze Katze - Graz is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,481 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.

Many locals go to ROX Graz - Burger | Grill | Music-Bar to have a good time. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,453 customers.

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

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 Bad Tatzmannsdorf. You’ll stay in Bad Tatzmannsdorf 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 Old Town of Graz your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,798 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this top-tier point of interest and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Hauptplatz, Graz. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,083 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this square and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Kunsthaus Graz. This art museum has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,479 visitors.

When you’re finished at the armory, the perfect next stop is the popular Styrian Armoury. This spectacular armory and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,840 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Graz Opera. This opera house is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,904 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 Bad Tatzmannsdorf, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

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

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, Vienna and the city of Vienna. You’ll stay in Vienna for 1 night.

Your day starts in Vienna.

Make the amazing Schlaining Castle your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,339 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this castle and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Forchtenstein Castle. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,404 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this art museum and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Podersdorf Lighthouse. This lighthouse has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,871 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 Vienna, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Rinderwahn, one of the best restaurants in Vienna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,045 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Flanagans as one of their top choices in the city. Flanagans is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Vienna is Steirereck. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,356 customers.

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

Roberto American Bar is one of the best bars you can visit in Vienna tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Wienerin. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 863 customers.

Alternatively, try Kruger’s American Bar. Kruger’s American Bar is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 704 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 8-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 Stadtpark. This extraordinary metro station and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 26,804 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 Figlmüller at Wollzeile. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,569 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is Crossfield's Australian Pub. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,326 customers.

If you prefer something slightly different, try Ilona Stüberl. This restaurant will not let you walk out hungry. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,621 customers, it is truly one of the best in the city.

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!