Austria Tour Packages

Highlights include Vienna's palaces and concerts, Salzburg and the Sound of Music scenery, the lakes of the Salzkammergut, and the Tyrolean Alps around Innsbruck.

The currency is the Euro (EUR). German; English is widely spoken. On our Austria tours we arrange your transport, guides and accommodation, and can advise on visas and the best route for your interests. Carry a little local cash for markets and tips, pack for the season, and travel with an open mind.

Landlocked Austria is dominated by the Eastern Alps, with the Danube flowing through its northern lowlands past Vienna.

Austria has its own seasonal rhythm, and choosing the right time of year makes a real difference to your trip.

The best times to visit are summer (June to September) for the lakes and mountains, winter (December to March) for skiing and Christmas markets, and the pleasant shoulder months.

Austria is the land of Mozart and the Habsburgs, rich in classical music, coffee-house culture, baroque architecture and alpine tradition.

Highlights include Vienna's palaces and concerts, Salzburg and the Sound of Music scenery, the lakes of the Salzkammergut, and the Tyrolean Alps around Innsbruck.

Whether you are drawn by culture, scenery, wildlife, food or simply the chance to relax, our Austria packages combine the signature highlights with quieter corners most visitors miss.

Some of the best things to do in Austria:

• Attend a concert or visit a palace in Vienna
• Explore Mozart's Salzburg
• Visit the lakeside village of Hallstatt
• Ski or hike in the Tyrol
• Cruise the Wachau Valley of the Danube

The best times to visit are summer (June to September) for the lakes and mountains, winter (December to March) for skiing and Christmas markets, and the pleasant shoulder months.

The places most worth your time in Austria:

• Vienna — palaces, museums, opera and coffee houses
• Salzburg — Mozart's baroque city
• Hallstatt & the Salzkammergut — storybook lakeside villages
• Innsbruck & the Tyrol — alpine city and mountains
• The Wachau Valley — Danube vineyards and abbeys

Austrian food is comforting and refined, from the classic Wiener schnitzel to the famous Sachertorte and a celebrated coffee-house tradition.

Dishes to try: Wiener schnitzel, Sachertorte, apple strudel, tafelspitz, coffee-house cakes. We are happy to steer you toward the best local food and to cater for any dietary needs — just let us know in advance.

Vienna's ball season, the Salzburg Festival, Christmas markets and alpine traditions fill the Austrian calendar.

Austria is in the Schengen Area; many nationalities enter visa-free for short stays, while others need a Schengen visa. Rules change from time to time, so always confirm the current requirement for your own passport before booking. If you travel with us, we will guide you through exactly what you need.

A little courtesy goes a long way in Austria. Dress smartly for concerts and fine dining, be punctual, and enjoy the unhurried ritual of the coffee house.

Do respect local traditions, carry small change for tips and markets, and stay hydrated. Don't drink tap water unless it is confirmed safe, flash valuables in crowded areas, or over-pack your schedule — the best trips here are unhurried ones.