Austria 8-Day Tours and Trips

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Tick off the highlights of the land of the Habsburgs during an 8-day tour in Austria. Combine glorious alpine panoramas with a wide range of activities like kayaking and paddleboarding during a hiking trip in Tyrol. Walkthrough the pristine streets of Vienna, dubbed “the cleanest city in the world”, and see its highlights, including the sprawling Hofburg Palace, which was for centuries the seat of Austria's monarchy. Wander through the picturesque stalls of Austria’s famous winter markets and take in the sight of the colorful Baroque burgher houses in Salzburg Altstadt. You will find our selection of 8-day Austria itineraries below.

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Hiking Austria's Lakes & Dachstein Alps

5.0(1 review)

Self guided, hotel-based walk exploring the peaks and passes of Austria's stunning Lake District. Welcome to beautiful Upper Austria in the hinterland of Mozart’s city of Salzburg. The beauty of the area embraced by the Dachstein Mountains and the Hallstattersee is truly inspirational especially in the crisp, stable weather that this region often acquires during the period of this tour. There are people who claim that once you have walked here you will have experienced the best ‘typical’ alpine hiking in Europe. The tour gets off to a cracking start at Bad Goisern, a small market town lovingly embedded in the Goisertal Valley. You can opt to do a walk onto the high trails of the ‘Goiserer Hohenweg’ with some spectacular viewpoints over the Dachstein peaks before heading to Gosau via the Goiserer Hutte at nearly 1600m below an optional peak called Hoch Kalmberg 1833m. Gosau has a more pastoral feel to it and the broad valley here attracts thousands of cross-country skiers in the winter. From Gosau a circular walk will take you to the Alpine Lakes of the the Gosausee and Hintere Gosausee with some spectacular mountain panoramas to the Gosaukamm mountains, or you can do some walks along the forest edge above the valley. The next walk takes you via the flanks of Mount Plassen to perhaps the real gem of the tour, for two nights at the ancient town of Hallstatt. This is a village of some 1,200 people, wonderfully remote, squeezed between the base of Mount Plassen and the waters of Lake Hallstattersee. It grew rich from the ancient and modern trade in salt which is plentiful in the surrounding mountains. The town is almost traffic-free and it is also a UNESCO world Culture and Natural Heritage site. A tiny ferry glides between the nearest train station across the fjord-like lake and drops you off on the town’s storybook square. Clinging to its lakeside ledge under the mountains, Hallstatt seems smaller than it really is; ivy-covered guesthouses and cobbled lanes surround its pint-sized square. Its spectacular setting, at the foot of cliffs and facing the often mist-cloaked Halstättersee, is right out of a picture postcard. The local museums and churches are certainly worth a visit. The charnel house in the graveyard contains bones, including painted skulls, of the local dead whose graves were dug up after 12 years to make room for new clients. If you get tired of walking here, a funicular can whisk you up to the ‘Salzwerk’, or salt mine in a valley above the town or if you like you can hike up in an hour or so. You may prefer to take the funicular up to the mine and then walk back down to the village after the tour and go on to visit nearby Obertraun for a tour of the ice caves.

Duration

8 Days - from Bad Goisern to Bad Goisern

Price per day

USD 236

Tour Type

Private Tour

8 days

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Austrian Lakes Activities

Combine glorious Alpine panoramas with a wide range of activities, and you have the perfect ingredients for a fun-filled family holiday (from 12 years +). You stay in the picturesque Austrian village of Strobl, on the eastern shore of Lake Wolfgang, and one of the prettiest spots in the region. During your time here we provide a wide selection of fully researched self-guided walking and cycling routes, typically at 1-boot / 1-cycle level. To ensure total flexibility, we give you a complimentary Headwater bike for your exclusive use throughout your stay. There's also excellent local bus, ferry and cable car services (payable locally) linking the local lakes and villages.

Duration

8 Days - from Strobl to Strobl

Price per day

USD 279

Tour Type

Private Tour

8 days

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Austrian Lakes Walk

5.0(8 reviews)

Enjoy stunning walks in Salzkammergut, the spectacular Austrian Lakes District. The UNESCO World Heritage listed Salzkammergut alpine region of Austria encompasses 76 crystal clear lakes, the Dachstein Glacier, lush summer meadows and impressive rock faces up to 3000 vertical metres high. During this inspiring walk around the lakes, there is ample time to appreciate the natural beauty of the region and the alpine villages of wooden chalets decorated with colourful window boxes while at night you will enjoy the warm hospitality of your hosts. Staying in pensions and small hotels, you can relax and enjoy the satisfying cuisine typical of the region. There will be opportunities to sight fauna including ibex, chamois and marmot along with numerous butterfly species which are endemic to this alpine environment.

Duration

8 Days - from Bad Ischl to Bad Ischl

Price per day

USD 164

Tour Type

Private Tour

8 days

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Salzburg to Vienna Cycle

3.5(2 reviews)

Cycle from Salzburg in the picturesque Austrian Lakes District to Vienna via the Danube River valley. A unique cycle journey to experience the very best of Austria's sublime scenery, from the deep blue lakes of Salzkammergut, known as Austria's Lakes District, to the majestic Danube River, renowned for its vineyards, castles and historic towns. From Mozart's home town, Salzburg, the cycle route heads east to the banks of several lakes including Mondsee and Attersee. There is ample time to explore the valleys and small towns in the vicinity before continuing to the Danube and the town of Linz. Following the Danube bends past monasteries, and the UNESCO listed Wachau Valley, famous for its wines and classic scenery, the cycling ends in the magnificent city of Vienna.

Duration

8 Days - from Salzburg to Vienna

Price per day

USD 199

Tour Type

Private Tour

8 days

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Highlights of Lake Constance by Bike

As Central Europe's third largest lake, cycling around the lake is special in that you visit all three countries in a week. Hosting a huge 270km lakeside cycling path, it's a beautifully flat journey from one country to the next, where you'll take in the sights and scents of cherry orchards, wildflower fields and daisy-strewn meadows. Cross the mighty Rhine Delta that straddles the border between Austria and Switzerland and encounter wonderful wildlife, including kingfishers hidden in the reeds. Take a refreshing dip in the turquoise waters during stop-offs, visit half-timbered frescoed towns for lunch (kretzer (perch) and zander (pike-perch) are Konstanz specialities), and then admire the myriad of Baroque churches and Gothic cathedrals. Brimming with historical and cultural highlights, jump off your bike to visit fairytale Meersburg boasting twin castles, steep streets and vine-covered hillsides. Get a true taste of Germany when cycling through the Bavarian vineyards - local Muller-Thurgau wines come from Riesling and Silvaner grapes for which Lake Constance is famous. For chocolate-lovers, mediaeval Stein am Rhein boasts an array of lovely chocolate shops, and you can visit the 11th century monastery while you're there.

Duration

8 Days - through Germany and Austria

Price per day

USD 248

Tour Type

Private Tour

8 days

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Switzerland

4.5(14 reviews)

Experience Zurich and beyond on the 'Switzerland' trip, an 8-day sightseeing tour designed for senior travelers. This guided group journey ensures your comfort with included accommodation, transport, and meals. The standout feature is the accessible itinerary—providing an easy way to enjoy Switzerland’s landscapes and cultural highlights without strenuous activity.

Duration

8 Days - through Switzerland and Austria

Price per day

USD 206

Tour Type

Group Tour

8 days

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Self-Guided Walking in Austria's Lake District

The Austrian Lakes area offers a glorious mix of spectacular views, forest trails, picture-perfect villages and swimming opportunities galore! The walks are relaxed, following mainly well-marked routes, with stunning lake views every day. Every stop brings new discoveries such as St Wolfgang's antique cog railway, the summit of Schafberg and Mozart's museum in St. Gilgen.

Duration

8 Days - from Bad Ischl to Bad Ischl

Price per day

USD 219

Tour Type

Private Tour

8 days

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The beautiful blue Danube (port-to-port cruise)

Explore the abundant treasures of Austria and Hungary on a unique cruise to discover the secrets of the Danube. Admire the colorful alleys of Bratislava that twist around each other like in a fairy-tale village, and the Puszta, the true soul and heart of Hungary. Visit the Gellert baths, which are full of a wide range of balneotherapy services, but also the Sisi Museum, which puts in comparison myth and truth. There, you will be able to contemplate many personal effects as well as the most famous portraits of the legendary Empress.

Duration

8 Days - from Vienna to Vienna

Price per day

USD 282

Tour Type

Group Tour

8 days

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Danube Family Cycle Adventure

3.0(1 review)

An exciting family cycling adventure along a flat, traffic free section of the Danube River. This flat stretch of the Danube which is free of traffic and packed full of attractions, is an ideal introduction to cycle touring for all of the family. There is plenty of variety including a donkey adventure, boat rides on the Danube, historic sites such as the Melk Monastery and beautiful landscapes that will inspire children and adults alike. The path is completely paved and follows the river for most of the itinerary. The picturesque riverside region of the Wachau Valley leads you to the town of Spitz. From there you can visit Melk by boat, have some fun at the donkey farm and explore the surrounds. On arrival in Vienna there is a world of music and food for all to embrace.

Duration

8 Days - from Linz to Vienna

Price per day

USD 145

Tour Type

Private Tour

8 days

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Danube Explorer to Budapest

4.9(49 reviews)

Journey by bike and river cruise through Austria and Hungary along the mighty Danube. Pedal and cruise your way along Europe’s most celebrated river. Beginning in the cobblestone streets of Passau, you’ll journey at a relaxed pace through the Wachau Valley, into the lively Slovakian capital of Bratislava, and on to the great cities of Vienna and Budapest. Each day offers the freedom to cycle through vineyard-clad landscapes, riverside villages and historic towns, while your comfortable river boat awaits each evening with a warm meal and a good night’s rest. Please note: this trip is not exclusive to UTracks. You’ll be sharing the experience with up to 150 fellow travellers from around the world.

Duration

8 Days - through Hungary, Austria and Germany

Price per day

USD 228

Tour Type

Group Tour

8 days

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Austria 8-Day Tour Reviews

Honest insights from past guests on our 8-Day Austria tours

Janine W. | Traveled in January

5.0 - Excellent

I had the most enjoyable experience... EVER! Our guide, Javier was exceptional, as well as the selected tour guides in the different areas. The accommodations were wonderful, as well as the food, drinks, shows, etc. I would do this again.

Magical Christmas Markets of Aus...

Anonymous | Traveled in August

5.0 - Excellent

Everything worked out perfectly. Hotels were generally good and well located with good breakfasts. Transfer of bags was flawless. The route on our phone was clear and simple to follow.

Prague to Vienna Self Guided Cyc...

SHIKHA S. | Traveled in April

5.0 - Excellent

City sight seeing - Panoramic tours arent great, use of local guides should be more in city highlights. walking tours / hop on -off tours should be more. Berlin visit was a failure. wastage of 2 days. If any local events are arranged in the city then accordingly itinerary should be modified so that we dont feel cheated.

Three Capitals

Anonymous | Traveled in December

5.0 - Excellent

Visiting the Christmas markets was really nice. The organ concert was exceptional, and seeing some aspects of life in Austria and Bavaria and interacting with residents if the above was very interesting.

Magical Christmas Markets of Aus...

Anonymous | Traveled in September

5.0 - Excellent

This tour was great and I would highly recommend it. The daily cycling distance was good – enough of a challenge but not too far. The route was not too difficult with an e-bike and the navigation system worked well. The roads felt very safe as they were mainly logging tracks or small country roads with minimal traffic. The scenery was beautiful and the villages, castles and churches amazing. The local staff were kind, helpful and responsive.

Prague to Vienna Self Guided Cyc...

Mary C. | Traveled in January

5.0 - Excellent

The horse-drawn sleigh ride was awesome! I also loved riding the funicular up the mountain and having lunch at the mid-way restaurant on the way back down. Our tour guide was fun and informative! The Christmas Markets had so many different vendors, there was something for everyone.

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