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Country Roads of Bavaria, Switzerland & Austria (Classic)

12 days
From Vienna to Lucerne
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 40
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Vienna

    Meals
    Dinner (Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a drink, followed by a pleasant dinner with wine at a local restaurant.)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (InterContinental Vienna.), Hotel (InterContinental Vienna)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Vienna at leisure during the afternoon
  2. Day 2

    Vienna

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (InterContinental Vienna.), Hotel (InterContinental Vienna)

    Included Activities

    • Private tour of Schönbrunn Palace and formal gardens with Local Expert
    • Orientation of Vienna including St. Charles' Church, Hofburg Palace, Parliament and State Opera House
    Landmarks
    Schönbrunn Palace
    St. Charles' Church
    Hofburg Palace
    Parliament
    State Opera House
  3. Day 3

    Vienna to Salzburg

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre), Hotel (ARCOTEL Castellani Salzburg)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Melk Abbey
    • Visit Mondsee's Basilica St. Michael
    Landmarks
    Melk Abbey
    Basilica St. Michael
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  4. Day 4

    Salzburg

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farm-to-Table dining)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre), Hotel (ARCOTEL Castellani Salzburg)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Mirabell Palace formal gardens with Local Expert
    • Visit Residenzplatz
    • Visit Salzburg fortress
    • Visit Salzburg cathedral
    • Visit Mozart's birthplace with pianoforte demonstration
    Landmarks
    Mirabell Palace
    Residenzplatz
    Salzburg Fortress
    Salzburg Cathedral
    Mozart's Birthplace
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    Salzburg to Munich

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (For your dining pleasure, you are offered a selection of Innsbruck's vibrant restaurants. With drinks, a delicious 3-course dinner and Glühwein in abundance, your Dine-Around evening is a culinary experience not to be missed.)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Munich Marriott)

    Included Activities

    • Boat journey across Lake Chiemsee
    • Visit Herrenchiemsee Palace
    • Visit Fraueninsel and Benedictine convent
    • Time at leisure in palace gardens
    • Boat journey to Gstadt
    • Traditional Bavarian experience at a local beer hall
    Landmarks
    Lake Chiemsee
    Herrenchiemsee Palace
    Fraueninsel
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  6. Day 6

    Munich

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Munich Marriott)

    Included Activities

    • Orientation of Munich including university, Victory Arch and Marienplatz

    Optional Activities

    • Culinary walking tour in the city centre with Local Expert
    • Visit Munich Residenz, Germany's largest inner-city palace
    • Visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site with Local Expert
    Landmarks
    Victory Arch
    Marienplatz
    Munich Town Hall
    Munich Residenz
    Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
  7. Day 7

    Munich to Innsbruck

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (For your dining pleasure, you are offered a selection of Innsbruck's vibrant restaurants. With drinks, a delicious 3-course dinner and Glühwein in abundance, your Dine-Around evening is a culinary experience not to be missed.)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Innsbruck)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Neuschwanstein Castle with Local Expert
    • Explore Oberammergau and the Passion Play theatre

    Optional Activities

    • Dine-Around experience with selection of Innsbruck restaurants
    Landmarks
    Neuschwanstein Castle
    Oberammergau
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  8. Day 8

    Innsbruck

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Innsbruck)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Innsbruck Old Town with Local Expert
    • Visit Imperial Palace
    • Visit Golden Roof
    • Visit Bergisel Ski Jump with Local Expert ski jumper
    Landmarks
    Innsbruck Old Town
    Imperial Palace
    Golden Roof
    Bergisel Ski Jump
  9. Day 9

    Innsbruck to St. Moritz

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Crystal, St. Moritz)

    Included Activities

    • Journey through Engadine Valley

    Optional Activities

    • Visit St. Moritz museums
    • Shop for souvenirs in St. Moritz
    • Experience the Bernina Pass train journey
    Landmarks
    Engadine Valley
    St. Moritz
    Bernina Pass
  10. Day 10

    St. Moritz to Lucerne

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Astoria Lucerne)

    Included Activities

    • Journey on Glacier Express train through Albula Pass and Oberalp Valley
    • Cross Landwasser Viaduct
    • Journey through Schöllenen Gorge
    • View Lion Monument in Lucerne
    Landmarks
    Glacier Express
    Albula Pass
    Landwasser Viaduct
    Oberalp Valley
    Schöllenen Gorge
    Lion Monument
  11. Day 11

    Lucerne

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Spectacular dinner at Drehrestaurant Rondorama atop Stanserhorn with panoramic views over Lake Lucerne. Enjoy a glass of sparkling wine as the restaurant slowly rotates throughout the evening.)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Astoria Lucerne)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Chapel Bridge in Lucerne
    • Explore Jesuit Church in Lucerne
    • Seasonal juice tasting at Capuchin monastery in Stans
    • Journey by funicular railway and cable car to Stanserhorn summit
    • Dinner at Drehrestaurant Rondorama with sparkling wine

    Optional Activities

    • Shop in Lucerne
    Landmarks
    Chapel Bridge
    Jesuit Church
    Stanserhorn
    Drehrestaurant Rondorama
  12. Day 12

    Lucerne to Zurich

    Meals
    Breakfast

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Overall rating based on 4 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.5
  • Transport
    4.7
  • Guide
    3.3
  • Accommodation
    3.7
  • Food
    3.3
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  • Country Roads of Bavaria, Switzerland & Austria (Classic) reviewer 1
    September 18th, 2024
    Saw lots of beautiful scenery and historical places in Austria, Germany and Switzerland. Our tour guide, Sara, was...
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    Traveled in September 2024
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    Thank you for sharing your review. We are delighted that our On The Road Team enhanced your guided vacation experience. They are a valuable asset to our company. Through our On the Road Team, we aim to provide meaningful and impactful guest experiences by uncovering the hidden gems in each destination. We are thrilled to have achieved this for you. Thank you for choosing us as your travel partner.
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    June 30th, 2022
    This trip was all that I hoped it would be. Got to see the big cities I've heard about all my life and some of the...
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    Traveled in June 2022
  • S
    July 23rd, 2018
    Munich, Dachau (an extra), Salzburg, Vienna, Bernina Express (an extra), Glacier Express were tops but other stops...
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    Traveled in June 2018
  • C
    January 22nd, 2018
    I did the the back roads of Bavaria tour in September 2017. It was my first guided tour. I wouldn’t suggest using...
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    Traveled in September 2017

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    Belinda

    Asked on December 25th, 2024

    Is there a lot of strenuous walking and stairs involved in the tour

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten December 2024

      This tour is actually one of our level 1 (Leisurely) tours. Our level 1 tour usually involves up to 1-2 miles / 1.6-3.2km of walking per day, on primarily flat surfaces and with some stairs, or 1-2 hours of accumulative standing per day. This tour is ideal for travelers who prefer a more relaxed pace and want to fully immerse themselves in the travel experience without the rush.

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    Annette

    Asked on November 9th, 2024

    Do you offer tours for just the 2 of us?

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten November 2024

      We are not able to offer this tour on a private basis, but we are happy to assist you if you would like to travel with one of our groups.

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    Ronald

    Asked on November 1st, 2024

    Are airline flights included in this price?

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten November 2024

      The adventures we offer will not include international airfare, as travellers can join the trip from many different countries. You will be responsible for booking your own flights to meet at the starting city of your adventure.

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    Alyssa

    Asked on February 26th, 2024

    Price for the Vienna to Zurich, 12 day Classic tour, please?

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten February 2024

      Here is your quote for the trip to Country Roads of Bavaria, Switzerland & Austria: $6,975.00 based on a single room.

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      Alyssa

      TravelerWritten February 2024

      Tour too long for schedule.

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    Henry

    Asked on January 2nd, 2024

    My 83 year old will be with us and she has some ambulatory issues but does walk unassisted. How is this your for older people? Also, we want to share a room at hotels. Are rooms available for three people?

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten January 2024

      This tour has an age range of 5 to 99, meaning it is a great option for travellers of all ages. Regarding sharing a room, yes, triple rooms are available. Select the triple room option at check out.

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