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What to expect

Lake Achensee Cruise

Lake Achensee Cruise

Sail across the Tyrol's largest lake, surrounded by stunning scenery.

Salzburg Guided Tour

Salzburg Guided Tour

Explore Mozart's birthplace & admire its elegant baroque architecture.

Eagle's Nest

Eagle's Nest

Cross into Bavaria for panoramic Alpine views from the mountaintop.

Neuschwanstein Castle

Neuschwanstein Castle

Visit Bavaria's iconic castle, set against a spectacular backdrop.

About this trip...

Discover the best of Austria on this scenic 8-day escape, based in the charming Alpine village of Niederau. Surrounded by majestic mountain landscapes, we'll explore some of Austria and Bavaria's most celebrated sights, from the elegant cities of Innsbruck and Salzburg to the epic splendour of Neuschwanstein Castle. Along the way, enjoy a cruise across Lake Achensee, marvel at the spectacular Krimml Waterfalls and soak up panoramic views from the historic Eagle's Nest. With a small group of solo travellers by your side, this holiday combines cultural treasures, unforgettable scenery and authentic Alpine charm to showcase the very best of the region.

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What's included?

  • Return flights & transfers
  • Airport taxes & charges
  • Single Room
  • Half Board: Daily breakfast & dinner
  • Welcome drink
  • Guided tour of Innsbruck & Salzburg
  • Entrance and lift ride to Bergisel Ski Jump
  • Scenic boat cruise on Lake Achensee
  • Visit to Eagle's Nest, including shuttle bus and lift
  • Entrance to Krimml Waterfalls
  • Solos Tour Leader
  • Fully Financially Protected

What's extra:

  • Insurance click here
Double Room for sole use supplement
  • extra £301 for 7 nights - subject to availability, please request at time of booking

Itinerary

  • Arrive in Austria
  • Innsbruck & Bergisel Ski Jump
  • Lake Achensee & Pertisau
  • Krimml Waterfalls & Kitzbühel
  • Eagle's Nest & Salzburg
  • Day at leisure
  • Neuschwanstein Castle
  • Departure day

What you’ll be doing

Day One: Arrival day

Day One: Arrival day

Fly to Munich and transfer to your hotel in the heart of the Austrian Tyrol. After settling into your surroundings, enjoy a welcome drink and dinner at the hotel as you prepare for a week of Alpine scenery and cultural discoveries.

  • Dinner included
Day Two: Innsbruck & Bergisel Ski Jump

Day Two: Innsbruck & Bergisel Ski Jump

Today's excursion takes us to Innsbruck, the capital of Tyrol, beautifully framed by the surrounding mountains. Visit the iconic Bergisel Ski Jump, renowned for its striking architecture and panoramic views, before joining a guided tour of Innsbruck's historic centre. Afterwards, enjoy free time to explore the city at your own pace.

  • Breakfast & dinner included
Day Three: Lake Achensee & Pertisau

Day Three: Lake Achensee & Pertisau

Enjoy a relaxing day exploring the stunning Achensee region, often referred to as the 'Tyrolean Sea'. Spend time in the lakeside area before boarding a scenic boat cruise across the crystal-clear waters of Lake Achensee to the charming village of Pertisau. Take in the spectacular mountain scenery before returning to the hotel.

 

  • Breakfast & dinner included

Day Four: Krimml Waterfalls & Kitzbühel

Day Four: Krimml Waterfalls & Kitzbühel

Experience some of Austria's most breathtaking natural scenery as we visit the spectacular Krimml Waterfalls, among the highest waterfalls in Europe. Later, enjoy free time in the elegant alpine resort of Kitzbühel, famous for its colourful buildings and mountain setting. A panoramic drive through the beautiful Ziller Valley completes today's excursion.


  • Breakfast & dinner included

Day Five: Eagle's Nest & Salzburg

Day Five: Eagle's Nest & Salzburg

Cross into Bavaria to visit the historic Eagle's Nest, perched high above the surrounding mountains and offering magnificent views across the region. We then continue to Salzburg, Mozart's birthplace, where a guided tour introduces the city's impressive baroque architecture and rich heritage. Free time is included to explore at leisure before returning to the hotel.


  • Breakfast & dinner included

Day Six: Day at leisure

Day Six: Day at leisure

Today is yours to enjoy at leisure. Relax at the hotel, explore Niederau independently or simply soak up the Alpine atmosphere. Included today is a delightful ride on the traditional Wildschönau Bummelzug train, winding through the picturesque valley with the opportunity to sample local produce along the way.


  • Breakfast & dinner included

Day Seven: Neuschwanstein Castle

Day Seven: Neuschwanstein Castle

Our final excursion takes us to the fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle, one of Europe's most photographed landmarks. Set against a dramatic mountain backdrop, this enchanting castle inspired many famous storybook castles and offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of King Ludwig II. After our visit, we return to the hotel for our farewell dinner.

 

  • Breakfast & dinner included

Day Eight: Departure day

Day Eight: Departure day

After breakfast, we transfer to Munich Airport for our flight back to the UK.


  • Breakfast included

Accommodation

Hotel Harfenwirt

Set in the heart of the Wildschönau Valley, the Harmony Hotel Harfenwirt offers a welcoming Alpine retreat surrounded by mountain scenery. Guests can relax in the hotel's indoor swimming pool and wellness area, while the restaurant and bar provide the perfect setting to unwind after a day of sightseeing. 
Facilities include
Enjoy a range of hotel facilities including an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, restaurant, bar and sun terrace with mountain views.
Room includes
All rooms are comfortably furnished and feature an en-suite bathroom, TV, free Wi-Fi, hairdryer and safe. Single rooms are included as standard, with larger double rooms for sole occupancy available at a supplement, subject to availability.

Dates & Prices

Departure Return Nights Price from Other Info Regional flights
1 May 2027 8 May 2027 7
£2599
+approx. £18.58 local fees
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Essential Information

Transfer time
Transfer from Munich Airport to the Hotel Harfenwirt is is approximately 2 hours, depending on weather and traffic.
Passport, visa & entry requirements

Passport validity

If you are planning to travel to an EU country (except Ireland), or Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino or Vatican City, you must follow the Schengen area passport requirements. Your passport must be:
  • Issued less than 10 years before the date you enter the country (check the ‘date of issue’)
  • valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’)
You must check your passport meets these requirements before you travel. If your passport was issued before 1 October 2018, extra months may have been added to its expiry date. Contact the embassy of the country you are visiting if you think that your passport does not meet both these requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.

Visas

You can travel to countries in the Schengen areafor up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa. This applies if you travel as a tourist, to visit family or friends, to attend business meetings, cultural or sports events, or for short-term studies or training. If you are travelling to Austria and other Schengen countries without a visa, make sure your whole visit is within the 90-day limit. Visits to Schengen countries within the previous 180 days before you travel count towards your 90 days.

From the 12th October 2025 the EU is introducing a new European Entry System (EES) that will be phased in and fully operational by the 10th April 2026. Non-EU nationals including British passport holders will now be required to complete biometric checks on arrival and exit to Schengen countries, which will include facial recognition and fingerprints. There is no cost for this, and no action needs to be taken prior to departure.

Health Requirements
Altitude sickness is a risk in parts of Austria, including the high Alps. More information about altitude sickness is available from TravelHealthPro (from the UK’s National Travel Health Network and Centre). At least 8 weeks before your trip, check the latest country-specific health advice from the National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC)on the TravelHealthPro website. 
 
Each country-specific page has information on vaccine recommendations, any current health risks or outbreaks, and factsheets with information on staying healthy abroad. Guidance is also available from NHS (Scotland) on the FitForTravel website. General information on travel vaccinations and a travel health checklist is available on the NHS website. You may then wish to contact your health adviser or pharmacy for advice on other preventive measures and managing any pre-existing medical conditions while you’re abroad.
Important information
Please note
A reasonable level of fitness/mobility is required for sightseeing. 
Gratuities
There is often confusion on the question of gratuities, since it frequently depends on the type of holiday, location and, of course, your attitude towards tipping, as to what is normally expected. In order to give you a rough idea, we have given appropriate guidance below. Your Tour Leader will be on hand to offer advice or suggestions if required but gratuities are offered entirely at the sole discretion of the individual. We suggest a group collection to cover drivers, porters and hotel staff of €30.00.
 
 Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip. The tipping of housekeeping will be left to your individual discretion (a small amount left in your room on departure should cover this and would be much appreciated). As is customary, ‘the hat’ will be passed around for the driver and guide on all optional excursions. For any meals that are not included in your itinerary, or taxi fares, your Tour Leader can advise of an appropriate add on.
Dress code
Casual attire with comfortable walking shoes. We recommend dressing in layers and bringing a waterproof jacket, as mountain weather can be changeable, especially in spring.

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