Luxury 9-Day Austria Road Trip from Vienna to Graz, Spittal a der Drau, and Gmunden

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 9-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 Belvedere Palace Chapel. This attraction is a chapel and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 66,332 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 Schönbrunn Palace château, 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.

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 Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 37,411 reviews.

Next up, make your way to the spectacular Hundertwasserhaus. This attraction is a multiple dwellings and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,429 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 Flanagans. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

If you’d like to continue your evening somewhere else, we recommend heading to Crossfield's Australian Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,326 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, the city of Vienna and the city of Graz. You’ll stay in Graz 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 Museum of Natural History Vienna. This museum has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 33,317 visitors.

When you’re finished at the museum, the perfect next stop is the popular Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: Neue Burg. This spectacular museum and attraction is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 25,581 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 Graz, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Glöckl Bräu | Wirtshaus - Schank - Gastgarten | Graz, one of the best restaurants in Graz. This restaurant has an average rating 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.

Steak Boutique is one of the best bars you can visit in Graz tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like dreizehn by Gauster. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 500 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.

Get ready for day 5 of your luxury vacation in Austria. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Graz and Carinthia. You’ll stay in Spittal a der Drau for 1 night. Enjoy a flexible travel itinerary and choose how much time you want to spend at each destination.

Start your day with one of travelers’ favorite attractions in Graz, the incredible Hauptplatz, Graz. This popular attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,716 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Clock tower in Graz, an outstanding clock tower in Graz. Around 7,087 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in Graz is the astonishing Schlossberg. This attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 19,998 reviews.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Graz Opera. This opera house and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,085 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see the best attractions, and meet new people at the same time, add a tour or activity to your luxury holiday package in Austria. As a luxury traveler, you will choose among only the best experiences available to you on this day of your exclusive road trip vacation in Graz.

It’s now time to get back on the road and continue to the next destination of your day, Carinthia.

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

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Spittal a der Drau. Luxury hotels in Spittal a der Drau offer fantastic facilities and wonderful rooms. In combination with staff that is generous with both their time and recommendations, you’re guaranteed a pleasant

Stay in Spittal a der Drau.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Spittal a der Drau, Restaurant "Panorama Drautalperle". This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 564 reviews.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Trupp as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Spittal a der Drau. The Restaurant Trupp is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 370 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Ma Ma Mia. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 213 customers.

Depending on your plans for tomorrow, you might want to head back to your hotel for some relaxation. If not, this is your chance to take the temperature of Spittal a der Drau's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like The Renegade. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 574 customers.

Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight.

Celebrate another great day of your luxury holiday in Austria with a toast! Enjoy a good night’s sleep at your lovely hotel and get ready for another fun day to come.

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 Salzburg and the city of Gmunden. You’ll stay in Gmunden for 2 nights.

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 Folk Culture Museum - Schloss Porcia your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 320 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 Castello Porcia. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 236 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this museum and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Drautalperle.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Meteora, one of the best restaurants in Gmunden. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 260 customers.

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

Kulturcafe Villa Lehmann is one of the best bars you can visit in Gmunden tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Enrico Panigl. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 109 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 holiday in Austria, you will explore the surroundings of Salzburg. Salzburg is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in Austria, and there are plenty of unique attractions for you to visit in the area. You have 1 night left in Gmunden, meaning there's still time to explore the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Schloss Ort. This attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,752 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you will find the extraordinary Baumwipfelpfad Salzkammergut. This attraction is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,081 visitors.

If you like many others have been feeling curious about the spectacular Seebahnhof, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today. Seebahnhof is a park with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 612 visitors.

This is a highly recommended attraction in the city.

This activity is one of many you can add to your luxury travel plan to make your road trip in Austria truly memorable.

When you’ve completed everything you want to see and do, you will drive back to your luxury accommodation in Gmunden.

After a long day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely dinner. 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, Brauhaus is one of the absolute best places to eat in the city of Gmunden. At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu. Brauhaus is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 555 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re curious to try one of Gmunden-locals’ favorites, check out Weinstube Spies. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 273 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 Hacklpizza a visit instead. This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers as well as locals. Hacklpizza has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 218 customers.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Gmunden and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate

Seelounge Gmunden is one of the best bars in Salzburg and the perfect place for a celebratory drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 205 customers.

Equally popular, this bar offers great drinks and a fantastic atmosphere.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your luxury holiday in Austria!

On day 8 of your luxury road trip holiday in Austria you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Lower Austria and the city of Vienna. You’ll stay in Vienna for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Schloss Ort your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,752 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this château and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Baumwipfelpfad Salzkammergut. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,081 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this park and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Seebahnhof. This park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 612 visitors.

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

Loos American Bar 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 1,538 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Kleinod. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 863 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 9-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 27,294 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Vienna.

Don’t end your vacation hungry.

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!