Cheap 12-Day Austria Road Trip Vacation from Vienna traveling south to Graz and Murau

Photo of Vienna from Saint Stephane's cathedral, Austria.
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12 days & 11 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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11 nights included
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Bring out the adventurer in you and embark on an exciting 12-day road trip through Austria! Travel to Vienna, Graz, and Murau with this cheap holiday package!

Explore Austria for less with this 12-day self-drive package. We'll introduce you to many famous and affordable vacation spots in the country. See the stunning Vienna State Opera, the captivating Schönbrunn Palace, and marvel at the uniqueness of each attraction. Dine with locals at popular restaurants and bars across Austria and get a taste of the people’s hospitality and authentic food. Lastly, this travel plan allows you to stay and feel comfortable at a top-rated budget hotel for 6 nights in Vienna, 4 nights in Graz, and 1 night in Murau.

This customizable and cheap Austria travel package promises non-stop adventure. We'll help you have an unforgettable road trip experience in Austria at the lowest price!

On arrival in Vienna, you'll pick up your rental vehicle. From there, you'll begin your journey to the best and cheapest places to travel to in Austria. Explore the magnificent Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel to see its unique features. Visit the fascinating St. Stephen's Cathedral and take in its distinct atmosphere. Austria offers a wealth of world-class natural and scenic beauty you wouldn't want to miss!

During your journey, you'll have the pleasure of staying at top-rated budget accommodations, each selected for their exceptional value, comfort, and positive guest reviews. Each stop along your carefully planned route has been chosen to enhance your travel experience, offering you a blend of convenience, comfort, and a touch of local culture, ensuring a restful retreat after a day of adventures.

Choosing the handpicked recommendations gives you easy access to popular places of interest in Austria. With accommodation conveniently located in a downtown area, you can explore its surroundings at your leisure. Here, you can sample the country’s culinary delicacies and buy keepsakes of your travels in Austria.

This cheap holiday package will bring you close to many picture-perfect destinations in Austria, like the stunning Belvedere Palace Chapel. You'll visit the incredible Hofburg Palace to make lasting memories.

Your camera will be full of memories you can share with friends and family or on social media. By the end of your 12-day road trip, you'll leave Austria happy and inspired to go on another unique and budget-friendly adventure.

This affordable holiday package includes everything you need for a fantastic 12-day vacation in Austria. We'll offer you cheap flights and arrange your hotel reservations for 11 nights. We'll also provide you with the best budget rental car in Austria with CDW insurance.

You can customize your Austria travel plan for a more personalized holiday experience. Choose from popular and competitively-priced tours and tickets in Austria and add your picks to your itinerary. For example, get cheap tour tickets to uncover the stories behind Austria’s famous sights. Or, try out some of the most fantastic excursions There’s no better way to add more culture and inspiration to your trip!

Booking this cheap holiday package in Austria offers you many perks. You'll get 24/7 travel support. In addition, you'll have access to a step-by-step guide in our mobile app. Here you'll find all your travel documents organized in one place. More importantly, the price of your 12-day self-drive package to Austria includes all taxes.

So what are you waiting for? Enjoy a hassle-free vacation in Austria with this cheap holiday deal! The best and most affordable tours to Austria fill up fast, so book your adventure today!

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Hotel, 11 nights
Rental car, 12 days
CDW Insurance
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Personal travel agent
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Destinations

Church Heiliger Franz of Assisi at Mexikoplatz, Vienna, Austria.Vienna / 6 nights
Aerial View Of Graz City Center - Graz, Styria, Austria, Europe.Graz / 4 nights
Village of Velden at lake Worther See in Carinthia,Austria.Klagenfurt
Photo of the beautiful Austrian town of Murau, Austria.Murau District / 1 night

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Attractions

Photo of aerial view of Schonbrunn Palace is a major tourist attraction in Vienna, Austria.Schönbrunn Palace
Photo of St. Stephen's Cathedral. Vienna, Austria.St Stephen's Cathedral
Photo of the Belvedere Palace in Vienna, Austria.Belvedere Palace Chapel
Photo of a yellow pavillion in the Schonbrunn tiergarten zoological garden in Vienna, Austria.Tiergarten Schönbrunn
Photo of Vienna State Opera house in Austria on a sunny day.Vienna State Opera
Photo of Hofburg palace on St. Michael square (Michaelerplatz), Vienna, Austria.Hofburg Palace
Photo of the Museumsquartier or MQ or Museums Quartier is an area in the centre of Vienna, Austria.MuseumsQuartier
Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel, KG Leopoldstadt, Leopoldstadt, Vienna, AustriaViennese Giant Ferris Wheel
Photo of beautiful colorful flower clock in Stadtpark, Vienna, Austria.Stadtpark
Museum of Natural History Vienna, Innere Stadt, Vienna, AustriaMuseum of Natural History Vienna
Photo of the Albertina is a museum in the Innere Stadt of Vienna, Austria. Albertina houses one of the largest print rooms in the world.Albertina
Photo of The Neue Burg is part of the Vienna Hofburg and the monumental Imperial Forum it is an incomplete 19th century palace wing hosting Kunsthistorisches Museum collections.Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: Neue Burg
Photo of The medieval Clock tower Uhrturm in flower garden on Shlossberg hill, Graz, Austria.Schlossberg
Photo of St. Charles's Church (Karlskirche) in Vienna, Austria at beautiful twilight.Karlskirche
Pyramidenkogel Tower, Keutschach am See, Bezirk Klagenfurt-Land, Carinthia, AustriaPyramidenkogel Tower
Photo of classic view of the historic city of Graz with main square and famous Grazer clock tower in the background sitting on top of Schlossberg hill, Styria, Austria.Main square of Graz
Melk AbbeyMelk Abbey
Laxenburg castles, Gemeinde Laxenburg, Bezirk Mödling, Lower Austria, AustriaLaxenburg Castle Park
Schloss HofSchloss Hof
UhrturmClock tower in Graz
Mariazell Basilica, Mariazell, Bezirk Bruck-Mürzzuschlag, Styria, AustriaMariazell Basilica
Myra Waterfalls, Gemeinde Muggendorf, Bezirk Wiener Neustadt, Lower Austria, AustriaMyra Waterfalls
Hochosterwitz Castle, Sankt Georgen am Längsee, Bezirk Sankt Veit an der Glan, Carinthia, AustriaHochosterwitz Castle
Riegersburg Castle, Riegersburg, Bezirk Südoststeiermark, Styria, AustriaRiegersburg Castle
Kunsthaus GrazKunsthaus Graz
Podersdorf LighthousePodersdorf Lighthouse
Eggenberg Palace, Graz, Eggenberg, Graz, Styria, AustriaEggenberg Palace, Graz
Motorikpark Gamlitz, Gamlitz, Bezirk Leibnitz, Styria, AustriaMotorikpark Gamlitz
Neuer Platz, Innere Stadt, Klagenfurt, Carinthia, AustriaNeuer Platz
Graz Opera, Innere Stadt, Graz, Styria, AustriaGraz Opera
Wörthersee
Museum in Mönchhof, AustriaDorfmuseum Mönchhof
Föhrenberge Nature Park, Katastralgemeinde Weissenbach bei Mödling, Gemeinde Hinterbrühl, Bezirk Mödling, Lower Austria, AustriaFöhrenberge Nature Park
Landeszeughaus, Innere Stadt, Graz, Styria, AustriaStyrian Armoury
Old Town of Graz, Innere Stadt, Graz, Styria, AustriaOld Town of Graz
Wildon am See - Badesee Wildon
Mariatrost Basilica, Mariatrost, Graz, Styria, AustriaMariatrost Basilica
Schlossbergbahn, R-34719, R-16239, R-35183Schlossbergbahn
BULLDOGWirt, Straden, Bezirk Südoststeiermark, Styria, AustriaBULLDOGWirt
Hauptplatz Bad Gleichenberg
Basilica of the Nativity of Mary
Imperial Villa Bruckneudorf

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Jan 1 - Jan 12

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Day 1 – Vienna - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Vienna - arrival day

  • Vienna - Arrival day
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Your exciting road trip through Austria starts when you reach the incredible city of Vienna, where you'll stay for 6 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Vienna and begin your adventure in Austria.

Vienna is a popular cheap holiday destination in Austria with something to offer every traveler.

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 Vienna. An excellent example is the popular Bockshorn Irish Pub. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,158 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Austria is die Feinkosterei Schwarz-Hirsch. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 668 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Lebenbauer. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 517 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Needle Vinyl Bar is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 774 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Vienna we recommend is Grüner Kakadu, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 568 customers.

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

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Day 2 – Vienna

Day 2

Day 2 – Vienna

  • Vienna
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Drive 17 km, 48 min

  • Vienna State Opera
  • Albertina
  • Schönbrunn Palace
  • Tiergarten Schönbrunn
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Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Vienna, proving that cheap holidays in Austria can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Vienna State Opera. This attraction is an opera house that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 46,463 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Albertina. This popular place of interest is a stunning art museum that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 25,441 visitors. With around 360,073 people visiting this attraction each year, it’s clear that the unforgettable Albertina is one of the most famous sights in the area.

To make your trip to Vienna more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Schönbrunn Palace. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 135,798 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Schönbrunn Palace is often mentioned in Austria road trip itineraries.

Your discovery of Vienna does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Vienna on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Austria.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Austria, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Naschmarkt, one of the best restaurants in Vienna. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 43,957 reviews.

You can also check out Figlmüller – Restaurant Bäckerstraße. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,227 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Plachutta Wollzeile. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 6,398 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Vienna.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Vienna for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Josef Cocktailbar and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 508 customers.

Flanagans is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Crossfield's Australian Pub. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,326 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Vienna.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Vienna!

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Day 3 – Vienna

Day 3

Day 3 – Vienna

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Drive 14 km, 54 min

  • Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
  • St Stephen's Cathedral
  • Stadtpark
  • MuseumsQuartier
  • Museum of Natural History Vienna
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Day 3 means another chance to make the best memories in this cheap holiday destination in Austria, Vienna. So buckle up and prepare to be blown away by the city of Vienna!

One of the best destinations you can travel to today is the stunning Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in over 34,639 reviews, it’s clear that this remarkable best-rated sightseeing destination is truly worth a spot in your road trip plans.

You can also spend some time at the spectacular St. Stephen's Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 97,727 travelers.

Another place you’ll also want to make time for today is the incredible Stadtpark. This popular metro station in Vienna has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,804 travelers.

You also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic MuseumsQuartier. This art museum and travel hotspot is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,213 visitors.

Excited to see another tourist destination in Vienna? Then make your way to the outstanding museum, Museum of Natural History Vienna. This local attraction enjoys an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 30,533 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned locations, today is the perfect opportunity to join a popular activity in Vienna. Plenty of budget-friendly tours in Vienna offer enriching experiences that will make your cheap holiday in Austria worth remembering for a lifetime.

When it’s time to eat, treat yourself to a lovely meal without paying more than necessary. Vienna has restaurants and bars for all budgets, perfect for cheap holiday goers!

One of the best restaurants worth visiting in Vienna is Lugeck. This restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,346 customers.

Reinthaler's Beisl is an excellent alternative with an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,346 reviews. Reinthaler's Beisl is known for its delicious meals that will surely satisfy your hunger.

Another of the best places to eat in Vienna is Puerstner. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,511 customers because of their good food, service, and ambiance.

It’s natural to feel curious about what happens around Vienna as the night unfolds. To see what the nightlife looks like in Vienna, consider an after-dinner drink at one of the best bars in the area.

We recommend you visit Loos American Bar, an excellent place to enjoy a couple of drinks. This bar is one of locals’ favorite hangout spots and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,538 customers.

Kleinod serves various snacks and drinks at affordable prices, making it another great bar option for budget travelers in Vienna. Customers have rated Kleinod an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 863 reviews.

This bar is popular in Vienna for its great selection of drinks and unique atmosphere.

A road trip vacation in Vienna can’t get any better than this! Toast to another amazing day in this cheap holiday destination in Austria!

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Day 4 – Vienna

Day 4

Day 4 – Vienna

  • Vienna
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Drive 8 km, 32 min

  • Belvedere Palace Chapel
  • Karlskirche
  • Hofburg Palace
  • Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: Neue Burg
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Day 4 means another chance to make the best memories in this cheap holiday destination in Austria, Vienna. So buckle up and prepare to be blown away by the city of Vienna!

One of the best destinations you can travel to today is the stunning Belvedere Palace Chapel. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in over 60,791 reviews, it’s clear that this remarkable chapel is truly worth a spot in your road trip plans.

You can also spend some time at the spectacular Karlskirche. This attraction is a church building that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,179 travelers.

Another place you’ll also want to make time for today is the incredible Hofburg Palace. This popular castle in Vienna has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 43,996 travelers.

You also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: Neue Burg. This museum and travel hotspot is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 23,498 visitors.

Excited to see another tourist destination in Vienna?

Beyond the above-mentioned locations, today is the perfect opportunity to join a popular activity in Vienna. Plenty of budget-friendly tours in Vienna offer enriching experiences that will make your cheap holiday in Austria worth remembering for a lifetime.

When it’s time to eat, treat yourself to a lovely meal without paying more than necessary. Vienna has restaurants and bars for all budgets, perfect for cheap holiday goers!

One of the best restaurants worth visiting in Vienna is Rinderwahn. This restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,045 customers.

Flanagans is an excellent alternative with an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 3,132 reviews. Flanagans is known for its delicious meals that will surely satisfy your hunger.

Another of the best places to eat in Vienna is Steirereck. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,356 customers because of their good food, service, and ambiance.

It’s natural to feel curious about what happens around Vienna as the night unfolds. To see what the nightlife looks like in Vienna, consider an after-dinner drink at one of the best bars in the area.

We recommend you visit Roberto American Bar, an excellent place to enjoy a couple of drinks. This bar is one of locals’ favorite hangout spots and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 737 customers.

Wienerin serves various snacks and drinks at affordable prices, making it another great bar option for budget travelers in Vienna. Customers have rated Wienerin an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 863 reviews.

You could also relax and have drinks at Kruger’s American Bar. This bar is popular in Vienna for its great selection of drinks and unique atmosphere. Proof of this claim is clear in its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 704 bar goers.

A road trip vacation in Vienna can’t get any better than this! Toast to another amazing day in this cheap holiday destination in Austria!

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Day 5 – Lower Austria and Vienna

Day 5

Day 5 – Lower Austria and Vienna

  • Vienna
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Drive 370 km, 4 hours 53 min

  • Melk Abbey
  • Myra Waterfalls
  • Schloss Hof
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Today's agenda is to explore Vienna and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 2 nights left in Vienna.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Melk Abbey. This incredible attraction is an abbey that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 11,926 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Myra Waterfalls. This spectacular park and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,843 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Schloss Hof during a vacation in Vienna. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Schloss Hof has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,866 reviews.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Austria more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Vienna, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Vienna for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Figlmüller at Wollzeile is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,569 customers.

Crossfield's Australian Pub is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Vienna. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,326 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Ilona Stüberl, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,621 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Vienna, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Vienna.

Champions Sports Bar & Restaurant is a fantastic bar many locals in Vienna recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 635 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at First American Bar, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 528 customers.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Austria!

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Day 6 – Graz

Day 6

Day 6 – Graz

  • Graz
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Drive 352 km, 5 hours 27 min

  • Imperial Villa Bruckneudorf
  • Dorfmuseum Mönchhof
  • Basilica of the Nativity of Mary
  • Podersdorf Lighthouse
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On day 6 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 Vienna and end your day in the city of Graz, where you'll stay for 4 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Vienna is the amazing Imperial Villa Bruckneudorf. This travel destination is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 115 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Dorfmuseum Mönchhof. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,019 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum and sightseeing spot in Vienna is likely to make your vacation in Austria even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Vienna is the outstanding Basilica of the Nativity of Mary. This church has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 664 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Austria, drop by the popular Podersdorf Lighthouse. This attraction, an amazing lighthouse, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,871 travelers.

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 Graz. Graz 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 Graz that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Graz is Steak Boutique. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 772 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Graz, dreizehn by Gauster is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 500 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Glöckl Bräu | Wirtshaus - Schank - Gastgarten | Graz. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Graz enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,934 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Graz’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Austria. For example, you can visit Flann O'Brien Original Irish Pub. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,257 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

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

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Day 7 – Graz

Day 7

Day 7 – Graz

  • Graz
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Drive 29 km, 1 hour 12 min

  • Mariatrost Basilica
  • Schlossberg
  • Graz Opera
  • Styrian Armoury
  • Eggenberg Palace, Graz
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On day 7 of your road trip adventures in Austria, you’ll go deep into Vienna, where you'll stay for 3 nights, and see some of the city’s unforgettable attractions. To learn more of the city's culture, you'll also dine at the most popular restaurants in Vienna, and meet locals along the way!

Vienna offers an incredible variety of budget hotels and places to stay you can choose from and spend the night in.

We recommend you stay at the charming Kai 36 to ensure a pleasant and affordable vacation in Vienna. This 5-star hotel offers guests comfort and convenience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 815 guest reviews.

Another budget-friendly stay option you can check into is the cozy 4-star IntercityHotel Graz. This cheap hotel provides a ton of handy amenities perfect for travelers in Vienna. IntercityHotel Graz has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 5,005 former guests.

Travelers looking forward to enjoying a cheap vacation in Vienna should also consider B&B HOTEL Graz City-Süd. This 3-star hotel offers great value-for-money and is one of the best budget accommodations in the city. B&B HOTEL Graz City-Süd has been rated by 3,241 guests with an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Popular hotels and places to stay in Vienna offering low-cost accommodations get fully-booked fast. If any of these stay options are not available during your visit in the city, our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best budget alternatives.

One thing that makes Vienna the perfect cheap holiday destination is that the city offers easy access to many popular attractions. For example, the outstanding parish church, Mariatrost Basilica. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,072 visitors.

The famous Schlossberg is another remarkable sightseeing hotspot in the area. This incredible park and travel destination has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,104 visitors.

Vienna is also the home of the extraordinary Graz Opera. Around 2,904 travelers have rated the spectacular Graz Opera an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another place you’ll want to visit is the captivating Styrian Armoury. With an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from a total of 1,840 reviews, a visit to this wonderful armory and tourist destination is truly a great idea.

This day of your road trip through Austria is also your chance to admire the fantastic Schloss Eggenberg up close. This fascinating museum and attraction is a must-visit. The marvelous Schloss Eggenberg enjoys an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,573 travelers.

Come to Vienna prepared by adding a tour to your budget vacation package to Austria. If you’re up for a challenging, fun, or inspiring activity, check out the fantastic selection of tours and cheap holiday deals in Vienna.

After a day of exploring, reward yourself by dining at one of the best restaurants in Vienna, Flann O'Brien Original Irish Pub. Locals enjoy eating at Flann O'Brien Original Irish Pub for its good food and ambiance. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,257 diners.

Gösser Bräu Graz serves various affordable and delicious dishes perfect for cheap holiday goers. On top of that, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,327 food lovers.

If you want more options, Landhauskeller - Mittagessen | Abendessen | Cocktailbar | Hofsaison | Katze Katze - Graz is another great spot. Browse through its exciting menu and you'll see why Landhauskeller - Mittagessen | Abendessen | Cocktailbar | Hofsaison | Katze Katze - Graz has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,481 reviews.

Curious about the nightlife in Vienna? Consider visiting some of the best bars in Vienna after dinner. Locals recommend ROX Graz - Burger | Grill | Music-Bar, and it's a great spot to enjoy a refreshing drink after an active day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,453 customers.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating this terrific day of your affordable vacation in Austria!

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Day 8 – Graz

Day 8

Day 8 – Graz

  • Graz
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Drive 9 km, 32 min

  • Schlossbergbahn
  • Clock tower in Graz
  • Old Town of Graz
  • Main square of Graz
  • Kunsthaus Graz
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Day 8’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Vienna, proving that cheap holidays in Austria can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Schlossbergbahn. This attraction is a funicular that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,066 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Clock tower in Graz. This popular place of interest is a stunning clock tower that boasts an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 6,579 visitors.

To make your trip to Vienna more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Old Town of Graz. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,798 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Old Town of Graz is often mentioned in Austria road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Hauptplatz, Graz is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This square and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 15,083 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Kunsthaus Graz. More than 4,479 visitors have rated this art museum and tourist destination an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Vienna does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Vienna on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Austria.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Austria, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Lend-Platzl, one of the best restaurants in Graz. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,340 reviews.

You can also check out aiola upstairs - Panoramaterrasse | Frühstück | Mittagessen | Abendessen | Cocktails - Graz. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,454 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is ROX Graz - Burger | Grill | Music-Bar. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,453 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Graz.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Graz for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Molly Malone Irish Pub and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 793 customers.

2Brothers Irish Pub is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 599 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Hops Craft Beer Pub Graz. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 359 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Graz.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Graz!

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Day 9 – Graz

Day 9

Day 9 – Graz

  • Graz
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Drive 186 km, 3 hours 5 min

  • Wildon am See - Badesee Wildon
  • Motorikpark Gamlitz
  • BULLDOGWirt
  • Hauptplatz Bad Gleichenberg
  • Riegersburg Castle
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Today's agenda is to explore Vienna and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Graz.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Badesee Wildon. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 1,779 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Motorikpark Gamlitz. This spectacular must-see tourist destination and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 3,389 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous BULLDOGWirt during a vacation in Vienna. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing BULLDOGWirt has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,363 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Austria is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Riegersburg Castle. This popular place of interest in Vienna is a valued castle that has a rating of 4.5 out of a 5-star rating from 5,109 visitors.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Austria more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Vienna, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Graz for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Herzl Weinstube is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,157 customers.

Ganesha Indian Restaurant is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Graz. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 921 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Kirby's American Kitchen, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 834 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Graz, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Graz.

RANGOON Relax Cafe - Cocktail is a fantastic bar many locals in Graz recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 369 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at The Dublin Road Irish Pub, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 277 customers.

The Churchill is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Graz. Customers have rated the exciting The Churchill an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 249 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Austria!

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Day 10 – Murau

Day 10

Day 10 – Murau

  • Klagenfurt
  • Murau District
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Drive 287 km, 4 hours 10 min

  • Wörthersee
  • Pyramidenkogel Tower
  • Neuer Platz
  • Hochosterwitz Castle
  • More

On day 10 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 Vienna and end your day in the city of Murau, 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 Vienna is the amazing Wörthersee. This travel destination is a lake that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,067 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Pyramidenkogel Tower. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,884 travelers, a visit to this well-known observation tower and sightseeing spot in Vienna is likely to make your vacation in Austria even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Vienna is the outstanding Neuer Platz. This square has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,223 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Austria, drop by the popular Hochosterwitz Castle. This attraction, an amazing castle, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,630 travelers.

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 Murau. Murau 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 Murau that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

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

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Murau’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!

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Day 11 – Vienna

Day 11

Day 11 – Vienna

  • Vienna
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Drive 319 km, 5 hours 5 min

  • Mariazell Basilica
  • Föhrenberge Nature Park
  • Laxenburg Castle Park
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Day 11 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 Vienna 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 Vienna, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Schloss Murau. The fantastic Schloss Murau is a popular best-rated sightseeing destination and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 167 travelers.

Make Mariazell Basilica your first stop. This popular catholic parish church among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,544 visitors.

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 Vienna. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Vienna, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals.

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

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Day 12 – Vienna - departure day

Day 12

Day 12 – Vienna - departure day

  • Vienna - Departure day
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It’s soon time to say goodbye to Austria as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 12 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Vienna.

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.

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

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