Munich, Germany - Innsbruck, Austria

Munich - Be prepared for a 10:00 am pickup at your hotel in Munich. Meet your expert local driver-guide and board your luxurious minivan.

Schloss Neuschwanstein - Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Castle are two of Bavaria’s premier attractions, but organizing transport from Munich can be challenging. This private tour begins with a pickup from your Munich hotel, allowing you to explore both castles in one day. Discover insights into the life of the vibrant Bavarian King Ludwig II and tailor your itinerary to your preferences. Upon arrival at Neuschwanstein Castle, your guide will lead you to Marienbrücke, the best viewpoint and a highlight of the castle. Then, visit some hidden photo spots before taking a scenic, less-traveled road to Linderhof, the only Ludwig Palace with every room completed. Due to the crowds at Neuschwanstein Castle, visiting the interior is not recommended. Instead, use the time to explore the lesser-known but fascinating Linderhof Palace.

Schloss Linderhof - Continue along a picturesque backroad, passing Lake Plansee to reach Linderhof Palace. Although smaller than Neuschwanstein, Linderhof compensates with its grandeur! It is the only completed castle of King Ludwig II, resulting from a long period of construction and reconstruction. After a day filled with breathtaking Bavarian Alps scenery and the renowned King Ludwig II Castles, Neuschwanstein and Linderhof, the tour concludes with a drop-off at your Innsbruck hotel.

Innsbruck - Conclude the tour at your hotel in Innsbruck.

Recommended Luxury Hotels in Innsbruck:

Stage 12

The Penz Hotel

Best Western Plus Goldener Adler

Innsbruck - Salzburg

Innsbruck - Pickup from your Innsbruck hotel is at 10:00 am. Enjoy the Tyrolean Alps as you travel from Innsbruck to Berchtesgaden.

The Eagle’s Nest - Discover some of the world’s most significant WWII sites, including the Eagle’s Nest and Obersalzberg, with the ruins of Hitler’s Berghof and other WWII locations. Avoid long lines and the hassle of buying tickets on-site, giving you more time to explore. Highlights include the access road to the Eagle’s Nest, the original tunnel and elevator, the former conference room, the red marble fireplace gifted to Hitler by Mussolini, and more.

From November through May (depending on snow conditions), the Winter version involves visiting the neighboring summit Rossfeld instead of the Eagle’s Nest. Follow in the footsteps of Maria and the von Trapp Family, as the hiking scene from The Sound of Music was filmed at Rossfeld!

Salzburg - Check-in at your Salzburg hotel and unwind.

Recommended Luxury Hotels in Salzburg:

Sacher

Goldener Hirsch

Bristol

Imlauer Hotel Pitter Salzburg

Salzburg

Mirabell Palace and Gardens - Begin your Salzburg city tour with a visit to the Mirabell Gardens, where many scenes from the song “Do-Re-Mi” in the famous film Sound of Music were filmed.

Salzburger Altstadt - Continue your private tour through Salzburg’s old town, passing Mozart’s residence, his birthplace, the Salzburg Cathedral, the festival houses, St. Peter’s Church, and Franciscan Church. A top highlight in the old town is a stop at Salzburg’s best viewpoint. Your personal guide will point out all the must-see locations.

Hangar-7 - Hangar-7, a true landmark of Salzburg Airport, houses the vintage Flying Bulls aircraft fleet and a collection of Formula 1 race cars. It also hosts art exhibitions. You may choose another Salzburg attraction instead of Hangar-7, which may close unexpectedly to the public.

Schloss Leopoldskron - Visit Leopoldskron Castle. The rococo Leopoldskron Palace, located just south of the city center, is surrounded by an artificial lake. The von Trapp family residence was depicted in 10 outdoor scenes shot in Salzburg in 1964 for the film Sound of Music. Enjoy a walk along the pond, offering ever-changing views of the castle.

Schloss Hellbrunn - Hellbrunn Palace is the next highlight. The archbishops of Salzburg used Hellbrunn as a retreat, a venue for celebration, recreation, and pleasure for the prince archbishops. Visit the Sound of Music Gazebo (16 going 17) and the park.

Salzburg Region - If the weather permits, visit another fantastic viewpoint for views of Salzburg and the Bavarian and Austrian Mountains.

Salzburg Cathedral - The tour concludes at 1 pm, after which you can explore Salzburg’s old town independently before heading to Vienna the next day.

Salzburg - Vienna via the World Heritage Region Wachau

Lake Attersee - Be ready for a 10:00 am pickup. Begin this incredible journey by departing Salzburg and heading east to explore the stunning Salzkammergut lake area with its emerald green lakes Mondsee and Attersee.

Your first stop is the charming village of Mondsee, home to the Sound of Music Wedding Church, where the wedding scene of the iconic movie Sound of Music was filmed. Departing Mondsee, enjoy breathtaking views of the Salzkammergut Lake Area, its beautiful lakes, valleys, and mountain scenery.

The tour continues to the lakeside village of Unterach at Lake Attersee. Unterach, known as “Little Venice” in the 19th century, is located at the southern end of Lake Attersee. The renowned artist Gustav Klimt spent every summer between 1900 and 1916 at Lake Attersee, where he painted most of his landscape works. Enjoy the drive along the entire lake on your way to Vienna.

Melk Abbey - Melk Abbey is one of the largest and most beautiful European Baroque ensembles. Its magnificent architecture is globally renowned and part of UNESCO’s world cultural heritage. The Baroque building, situated on a rock overlooking the Danube in the Wachau region, is one of Austria’s most visited art-historical sites.

Burgruine Duernstein - The second part of the tour takes you through the Danube River Valley, with a stop at Duernstein, the day’s second highlight. Duernstein is a small Austrian town in the stunning Wachau region. Explore Duernstein and the Legend of Robin Hood. Richard the Lionheart was captured shortly before Christmas 1192 near Vienna, and it was here at the Castle of Duernstein where Richard was held captive. Lunch is at your own expense, but there will be plenty of time to choose from many local restaurants, ranging from typical inns to Michelin-starred establishments.

After eight hours exploring one of Austria’s best sightseeing routes, your private tour concludes with a drop-off at your Vienna City hotel.

Historic Center of Vienna - The tour ends at your hotel in Vienna around 6:00 pm. Get your first impressions of Vienna by taking an evening stroll through ‘Kaerntner Strasse’. Here, at Kaerntnerstrasse, is the location of Vienna’s old town landmark, St. Stephen’s Cathedral.

Vienna has an international airport, and Budapest is also nearby.

Recommended luxury Hotels in Vienna:

Kempinski

Ritz Carlton

Sacher

Do&Co

Palais Coburg

Imperial

• Private transportation
• On-board WiFi
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Private Guide

Embark on an exclusive 5-day journey through Central Europe’s most venerated locations, beginning in Munich and passing through Innsbruck and Salzburg on the way to Vienna. Other notable stops include locales from the Sound of Music in Salzburg and the staggering Bavarian Alps, Hitler’s mountain retreat Eagle’s Nest, Hallstatt, renowned for being one of the world’s most picturesque lakeside hamlets, and culminates with a scenic drive through Wachau Valley, featuring Melk Abbey and the Robin Hood Castle in Dürnstein.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.