Today you will make your own way to the railway station to board your train to Vienna, the breathtaking capital of Austria. Upon arrival at the Vienna Railway Station, find your own way to your hotel. Vienna is also known as the cultural capital of Europe. Evidence has been found of continuous habitation in this historic city since 500 BC, making it one of the oldest cities in Europe — which means there is plenty to see and do! The rest of the day will be free at leisure. Take the time to explore the city at your own pace — or perhaps you may choose to join one of our optional tours.
Overnight in Vienna
Optional: Vienna Hop On Hop Off City Tour (24H)
Available: Daily
Explore the vibrant city of Vienna with a hop-on hop-off bus tour at your own pace! See the major attractions in the city including the Hofburg Palace, the Vienna State Opera, Schonbrunn Palace, and the Danube Tower. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the city in an open-air, double-decker bus as you soak up the panoramic 360-degree views of Vienna. Hop off to explore the city on your own. This ticket also includes a walking tour led by a local guide.
Optional: Evening Sightseeing Cruise in Vienna
Available: Daily
Meeting Point: Franz-Josefs-Kai 2, 1010 Wien, Austria
Explore the Austrian capital from a new perspective with a cruise! Unwind in the cozy restaurant onboard the ship as you savor the tastes of traditional Viennese delicacies. Bask in the beauty of Vienna as you sail out onto the winters in the evening and see how the city comes to life at night. Ditch the on-land crowds and enjoy the unobstructed views of the city. This journey will take you past the pulsing city of Vienna as you discover major highlights such as the modern splendors and historic landmarks in the city center. You will see the Uniqa Tower, the Urania Observatory, the famous Badeschiff or Bathing Ship (a swimming pool built into a barge floating on the Danube Canal), the Sofitel Vienna, a hotel and store building (creation of Jean Nouvel), a "Schützenhaus" by Otto Wagner, the Ring Tower, the Roßauer Barrack, the Zaha-Hadid-House, and thermal plant Spittelau, designed by the Austrian artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser. The historic lock Nussdorf will take you by boat to the Danube.
Optional: Half-Day Vienna City Tour With the Schonbrunn Palace
Available: Daily
Meeting Point: Albertinaplatz 1, 1010 Wien, Austria
Meeting Time: 09:00AM
This tour will show you the very best of Vienna as you see the modern and historic highlights in the city. This 3.5-hour tour will take you to the UNESCO-listed historic center with entry to the top-visited attraction in Vienna. Marvel over famous landmarks such as the State Opera House, the Hofburg, the Burgtheater, the City Hall, the Parliament, and the Giant Ferris Wheel. Enjoy the breathtaking views along Vienna’s Ringstrasse and the Danube Riverfront, and use your skip-the-line pass to explore the Schonbrunn Palace!
Optional: Salzburg Day Trip from Vienna
Available: Sun, Tue & Sat
Meeting Point: Opernring 2, 1010 Wien, Austria
Meeting Time: 07:15 AM
Meet your expert guide and hop aboard your coach to start your day trip to Salzburg. Soak up the incredible views from the windows as you pass by the picturesque landscape of lakes and mountains where Emperor Franz Joseph and his family used to go on vacation. Stop to snap photos at Lake Mondsee before you reach Salzburg, where you will have some free time for lunch. From there, explore the Old Town on a walking tour. Pass the Festival Hall, the Cathedral, and St. Peter’s Abbey, as your guide depicts the stories behind these historical sites and talks about how the city became a bishop’s seat. You will also learn about the city’s most famous resident, Wolfgang Mozart, who was born in Salzburg and lived in the city until his late teens. As you walk through the busy shopping streets, spot the composer’s home at no. 9 Getreidegasse. Bask in the beauty of the gardens as you continue your tour through the Mirabell Palace, where several scenes from 'The Sound of Music' were filmed. Pass by the statue of Pegasus, the same statue that Maria and the children famously danced around while singing ‘Do-Re-Mi.’ Your Salzburg day trip will end with a scenic drive back to Vienna, passing through the Fortress Hohensalzburg, one of the largest medieval castles in Europe. You will be dropped off at the Vienna State Opera. Please note, pick-up services are only available with certain hotels. Please check 'view additional info' for details regarding your hotel and the pick-up time.
