An Austrian tour introduces you to some of Europe’s most beautiful scenery, delicious culinary options and fascinating history. Nestled in the heart of the Alps, Austria is well known for its music, natural beauty, dining and history dating back to the Roman Empire. Austria effortlessly combines urban sophistication with the best that nature has to offer. Austrian history can be explored in the many palaces and castles including Schönbrunn Palace, The Hofburg Palace and Salzburg’s Hohensalzburg Fortress. Classical music plays an important part in Austria’s culture and was home to Mozart, Strauss, Shubert, Haydn, Liszt, Mahler and the Viennese Waltz.
Read moreHighlights of an Austrian tour may include visits to Vienna, Salzburg and Innsbruck as well as exploring smaller towns and quaint villages to get a true sense of the Austrian culture. A visit to a Viennese coffee house is a must. The coffee house tradition goes back 300 years and the coffee and pastries are meant to be savored. In Vienna you can visit the Spanish Riding School and see the famous white Lipizzaner Stallions.
Outdoor enthusiasts will love the hiking and biking and can enjoy the fresh mountain air and spectacular views of the mountains and lakes. Kids and adults alike will enjoy exploring the salt mines near Salzburg. A visit to Austria perfectly blends together the country’s natural beauty, a deep tradition of classical music and art, along with stunning architecture, a fascinating history and a rich culture.
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This escorted tour highlights the Habsburg Empire and visits Munich, Prague, Budapest, Vienna and Salzburg. After exploring Munich you continue to Prague to visit the Hradcany Castle and the Astronomical Clock. In Budapest enjoy the panoramic city views and the Matthias Coronation Church. Vienna highlights include St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the magnificent Residenz Square.
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History buffs are among those guests who will relish The Best of Eastern Europe escorted tours. With overnight stays in Berlin, Warsaw, Krakow, Budapest, Vienna, and Prague there is ample time to explore. Castles, cathedrals, Checkpoint Charlie, the Astronomical Clock, delicious cuisine, opera houses and more are among the many highlights on this epic vacation.
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This adventure-filled Alpine Adventure tour is an Ideal family vacation. A range of activities awaits among the breathtaking scenery of Switzerland, Austria and Germany. Ride the rails on the world's steepest cogwheel train. Cruise on lovely Lake Lucerne, enjoy lunch and lessons in cheesemaking at an Alpine cheesery, get wet whitewater-rafting or take a hike.
All rates listed are per person based on double occupancy and are subject to change without notice. Your land package pricing will be confirmed and guaranteed once your deposit is received and applied to the booking, except where price increases may result from increases in government taxes or fees. Room configurations are subject to availability. Guests added to your party after the booking are priced at the prevailing rate at the time they are added.
