- Vienna - Vienna to Hallstatt, about 4h. \nI’ll tell you general information about Austria and Austrian history. We’ll do a short stop at a gas station for a restroom, snack, and coffee. We will drive along a picturesque village road, past fascinating mountain views and the beautiful town of Bad Ischl, which for many years was a favorite vacation spot of the imperial family of Austria.\n- Hallstatt - Hallstatt, 2 hours. \nHalstatt is a charming village on the lake. It’s an unbelievable place that looks like an open-air museum, but still, people are living in this village. We will have time to take lunch and we’ll go together for a short walking tour.\n- St Gilgen - After lunch, we will continue our journey through the amazing Salzkammergut region, whose history is connected with salt mines and the rule of the church. \nSt. Gilgen is also known as the Mozart Village! Here, sport, culture, and nature lie so wonderfully next to each other. This idyllic town is very closely connected to the prodigy Mozart and his family. \n- Salzburg - It’s the perfect blend of history and culture, being home to Mozart, an ancient fortress, and several Sound of Music sites. \n- Vienna - Hallstatt - Vienna, about 3h. \nDrop off at your hotel. The road back to Vienna, 3h 30min by car\nOn our road, we’ll stop once on the highway for visiting the restroom and snacks.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included for convenience.
- Complimentary bottled water to stay hydrated.
- Comfortable travel in an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Guided tour with a professional English-speaking guide.
- Services of a professional English-speaking driver.
- Gratuities
Spend a day immersed in the festive spirit of Christmas in three quaint villages/lakes and a charming city, situated in the region of the Alps, where we’ll explore traditional Christmas markets.
Hallstatt welcomes us with its storybook-like Christmas ambiance. We will meander through its narrow medieval lanes and pause for some warm Mulled Wine and delectable Christmas cookies.
The Christkindlmarkt of Salzburg, centered around the Dom and the Residenzplatz, is steeped in history, making it one of the oldest pre-Christmas markets globally. Nestled in Salzburg’s UNESCO World Heritage site of Old City, the traditional stands and the market’s rich history add an extraordinary touch to the Salzburg Christkindlmarkt.
Experience regional folk traditions and classic Christmas tree decorations, presents for all ages, a variety of mouthwatering Austrian delicacies, mulled wine, and hot punch at the Christmas market on Salzburg’s Cathedral Square. It offers practically everything one could desire.
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