What to expect
Lake Achensee
Boat cruise on this majestic lake
Innsbruck
Discover Innsbruck on a guided tour
Krimml Waterfalls
Witness Europe's highest waterfall
Ambras Castle
Experience the impressive palace
About this trip...
What's included
Return flights & transfers-
Airport taxes & charges
Room for sole use
Half Board
Welcome drink
Excursion to Lake Achensee with boat ride-
Experience the Tyrol Alps from the Ski Jump "Bergisel”
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Guided tour of Innsbruck
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Guided tour or Bolzana in Italy
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Visit to Ambras Castle
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Visit to Krimml Waterfalls
Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
Fully Financially Protected
What's extra:
- Insurance click here
Itinerary
- Arrival into Austria
- Innsbruck
- Lake Achensee
- Ziller Valley and Krimml Waterfalls
- Day at leisure
- South Tyrol
- Ambras Castle and iconic Ski Jump "Bergisel”
- Return home
What you will be doing...
Day One: Arrival into Austria
- Dinner included
Day Two: Innsbruck
After breakfast, we board the coach and set off for Innsbruck, the capital of the Tyrol region. Renowned for its blend of imperial heritage and contemporary architecture, Innsbruck offers a striking backdrop of the jagged Nordkette mountain range towering above the city. We'll take in the highlights on a guided tour, visiting key landmarks such as the Imperial Palace and the famous Golden Roof in the old town, among others. Following the tour, there's free time to enjoy lunch at your leisure before we regroup to ride the funicular from the city centre up to Seegrube, situated at 1,905 metres above sea level and part of the Nordkette range. Here, you can take a short stroll along the mountain path to soak in panoramic views across the Inn Valley, or simply unwind with a refreshing (or warming) drink on the restaurant terrace. After time to admire the scenery and capture some memorable photographs, we return to the hotel for dinner and our overnight stay.
- Breakfast & dinner included
Day Three: Lake Achensee
We begin the day with a journey to the stunning Lake Achensee, a picturesque mountain lake nestled in the heart of the majestic Austrian Alps. Surrounded by breathtaking alpine scenery, we’ll take time to absorb the tranquillity before enjoying a relaxing boat cruise across the serene waters. Following our cruise, we indulge in lunch or afternoon tea at a charming mountain restaurant, where the warm Austrian ambience enhances the experience. As the sun begins to dip behind the peaks, we make our way back to the hotel for dinner—sharing stories and swapping photographs from a memorable day in the Alps.
- Breakfast & dinner included
Day Four: Ziller Valley & Krimml Waterfalls
After a delightful breakfast at the hotel, we embark on a picturesque train ride through the breathtaking Ziller Valley - the widest valley south of the Inn Valley which gets its name from the Zillertal Alps, the glaciated section of the Alps in which it lies. As we step aboard the charming vintage train, we will be serenaded by the melodies of talented local musicians while taking in the breathtaking views. After a relaxed lunch break, we head to the nearby cascades in Krimml. The Krimml Waterfalls in Austria’s SalzburgerLand thunder down over a height of 380 metres (1,250 ft). After a short walk from the car park, we will hear the thundering of the crashing water and witness the air filled with white clouds of spray mist. After marvelling at the waterfalls and capturing memorable photographs, we'll make our way back to the hotel for dinner.
- Breakfast & dinner included
Day Five: Day at leisure
Today is a day of leisure and personal exploration, allowing us to immerse ourselves in the beauty of the Austrian Alps at our own pace. After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, we have the area around the hotel to explore deep in the mountains, known for its charming architecture, delightful cafés, and restaurants. We can choose to hike on the mountain paths or opt for a more laid-back approach and relax at the hotel.
- Breakfast & dinner included
Day Six: South Tyrol
Today we leave Austria to see the southern part of Tyrol in Italy. Our journey takes us through sensational landscapes, with a delightful stop for coffee in the picturesque town of Sterzing. After our stop, we continue our trip to Bolzano, for a guided tour of the provincial capital. Bolzano, a charming city nestled in the heart of the Italian Alps, offers an incredible cultural mix of Italian and German influences, delicious cuisine, contrasting architecture and stunning scenery. It is also home to Otzi the Iceman - a glacier mummy from the Copper Age who had been preserved in the glacier ice, with his clothing and equipment, discovered accidentally by hikers in 1991.
- Breakfast & dinner included
Day Seven: Ambras Castle & iconic Ski Jump 'Bergisel'
Our first stop today takes us to the splendid Ambras Castle. Here we will explore its opulent halls, adorned with exquisite artworks, ancient armour, and royal collections. With an audio guide as our companion, we delve into the fascinating stories and legends that surround this architectural marvel, gaining insights into the lives of the nobility who once inhabited its grand rooms. This afternoon, we make our way to the iconic Ski Jump 'Bergisel' which by now has been established as an emblem of the city. Whilst here, we will ascend to the observation deck and relish in panoramic views of the surrounding alpine landscapes. To celebrate this unforgettable experience, we raise a glass of sparkling wine before heading back to the hotel for a farewell dinner as a group.
- Breakfast & dinner included
Day Eight: Return home
After breakfast, we spend the remainder of our time as we wish before heading back to the airport for our flight home.
- Breakfast included
Trip Reviews
Well paced itinerary
A really good Tour Leader who went the extra mile for all of us - the best I have ever had with Solos. The itinerary was very well paced and what a wonderful area to visit. I loved the train and boat rides. Superb mountain views. Very good hotel with good food and the room was very spacious and comfortable
Good variety of trips
The variety of trips was very good. Especially the mountain huts with stunning scenery and coffee and cake. The Hotel rooms were spotless and a great size with a balcony
Enjoyed all excursions
The waterfall, glass museum and ski jump. In fact I enjoyed all the excursions.
Great itinerary
The excursions were fantastic - a great itinerary & I thoroughly enjoyed it. The tour leader was amazing - supportive & helpful, with a gentle & friendly nature. IShe made sure we had lots of options & everything we needed for the free day & accompanied some of us on a trip.
Accommodation
Hotel Sonnschein Four Star
The Hotel Sonnschein is surrounded by natural beauty in the Wildschonau Valley, with a classic Austrain look and feel to it. The hotel is located just 400 metres from the Niederau Cable Car.
Facilities include
Room includes
Dates & Prices
Essential Information
Passport validity
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- valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’)
Visas
You can travel to countries in the Schengen area for 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.
