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Country Roads of Bavaria, Switzerland & Austria (Classic)

12 days
From Vienna to Zurich
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City & Culture
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
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Vienna

    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 independently during the afternoon
  2. Day 2

    Vienna

    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)

    Included Activities

    • Private tour of Schönbrunn Palace and formal gardens with Local Expert
    • Orientation tour along the Ring Road viewing Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche
    Landmarks
    Schönbrunn Palace
    St. Charles' Church
    Hofburg Palace
    Parliament
    State Opera House
  3. Day 3

    Vienna to Salzburg

    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

    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
    • See Residenzplatz
    • See Salzburg fortress
    • See Salzburg cathedral
    • Visit Mozart's birthplace with pianoforte demonstration
    Landmarks
    Mirabell Palace
    Residenzplatz
    Hohensalzburg Fortress
    Salzburg Cathedral
    Mozart's Birthplace
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  5. Day 5

    Salzburg to Munich

    Salzburg to Munich
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (For your dining pleasure, you are offered a selection of Munich's vibrant restaurants. With drinks and a delicious 3-course dinner, 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
    • Time at leisure in palace gardens
    • Boat journey to Gstadt
    • Traditional Bavarian experience at local beer hall
    Landmarks
    Lake Chiemsee
    Herrenchiemsee Palace
    Fraueninsel
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  6. Day 6

    Munich

    Munich
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Munich Marriott)

    Included Activities

    • Orientation tour of Munich including university, Victory Arch, and Marienplatz
    • See Town Hall Glockenspiel
    • Visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site with Local Expert

    Optional Activities

    • Culinary walking tour in Munich city centre with Local Expert
    • Visit Munich Residenz
    Landmarks
    Victory Arch
    Marienplatz
    Munich Town Hall
    Munich Residenz
    Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
    Feldherrnhalle
    Palace of the Dukes of Wittelsbach
    English Garden
    Hofbräuhaus
  7. Day 7

    Neuschwanstein Castle - Oberammergau - Innsbruck

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

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Neuschwanstein Castle with local historian, including magnificent halls, lavish decoration and spectacular views (subject to availability)
    • Explore Oberammergau town and see the theatre where the Passion Play has been performed since 1634
    • Stroll the streets of picturesque Old Town in Innsbruck with Local Expert, learning about its history and admiring Baroque and Gothic architecture
    Landmarks
    Neuschwanstein Castle
    Oberammergau
    Golden Roof
    Imperial Palace
    Old Town
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  8. Day 8

    Innsbruck

    Innsbruck
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Innsbruck)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Innsbruck Old Town with Local Expert
    • See 14th-century houses
    • See Imperial Palace
    • See Golden Roof
    • Visit Bergisel Ski Jump
    • Meet a local ski jumper
    • Observe demonstration jump
    Landmarks
    Innsbruck Old Town
    Imperial Palace
    Golden Roof
    Bergisel Ski Jump
  9. Day 9

    Innsbruck to St. Moritz

    Innsbruck to St. Moritz
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Crystal, St. Moritz)

    Optional Activities

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

    St. Moritz to Lucerne

    St. Moritz to Lucerne
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Astoria Lucerne)

    Included Activities

    • Glacier Express train journey
    • See Albula Pass spiral tunnels
    • Cross Landwasser Viaduct
    • Travel through Oberalp Valley
    • Travel through Schöllenen Gorge
    • See Lion Monument in Lucerne
    Landmarks
    Glacier Express
    Albula Pass
    Landwasser Viaduct
    Schöllenen Gorge
    Lion Monument
  11. Day 11

    Lucerne

    Lucerne
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (A spectacular journey by cable car and cogwheel railway takes you to the summit. Enjoy expansive mountain views over Lake Lucerne for your dinner. Fill your glass with wine and toast to newfound friends.)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Astoria Lucerne)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Chapel Bridge
    • Visit Jesuit Church
    • Seasonal juice tasting at Capuchin monastery in Stans
    • Funicular railway and cable car journey to Stanserhorn summit
    • Dinner at Drehrestaurant Rondorama

    Optional Activities

    • Shop in Lucerne
    • Explore 14th-century covered wooden bridge and painted gables
    Landmarks
    Chapel Bridge
    Jesuit Church
    Stanserhorn
    Drehrestaurant Rondorama
  12. Day 12

    Lucerne to Zürich

    Lucerne to Zürich
    Meals
    Breakfast

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    Ruth5.0September 2024
    Saw lots of beautiful scenery and historical places in Austria, Germany and Switzerland. Our tour guide, Sara, was...
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    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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  • David5.0June 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
  • Scott4.0July 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
  • Christopher2.5January 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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    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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      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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      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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    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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