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Exploring the Alpine Countries Austria - Germany - Switzerland (Vienna to Lucerne) (2026)

12 days
From Vienna to Lucerne
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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 2 - 44
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arrival

    Arrival
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Imperial Riding School Autograph Collection)
  2. Day 2

    Vienna

    Vienna
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Imperial Riding School Autograph Collection)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome dinner with fellow travelers

    Optional Activities

    • Independent exploration of Vienna's cobblestone streets and elegant architecture
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  3. Day 3

    Vienna

    Vienna
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (NH Collection Salzburg City Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace (17th-century, 1,440+ rooms)
    • Panoramic city tour of Vienna
    • Guided walk of architectural marvels from Hofburg to St. Stephen's Cathedral
    • Evening performance by opera singers and ballet dancers featuring music of Strauss, Mozart, and more

    Optional Activities

    • Visit one of Vienna's many museums
    • Independent exploration of Vienna's avenues
    Landmarks
    Schönbrunn Palace
    Hofburg Palace
    St. Stephen's Cathedral
  4. Day 4

    Vienna to Salzburg

    Vienna to Salzburg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Austrian cuisine at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (NH Collection Salzburg City Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise along the Danube River
    • Dinner of Austrian cuisine at a local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Danube River
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  5. Day 5

    Salzburg

    Salzburg
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Alte Post)

    Included Activities

    • Choice of morning tour: leisurely walking tour of Old Town OR Sound of Music city tour featuring film locations

    Optional Activities

    • Eagle's Nest excursion - Hitler's former private refuge with specially designed coaches along steep rock walls and gorges, brass elevator ascent of 365 feet, spectacular panoramic views - $85.00 pp
    • Independent afternoon exploration of Salzburg
    Landmarks
    Salzburg Old Town
  6. Day 6

    Salzburg to Oberammergau

    Salzburg to Oberammergau
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Alte Post)

    Included Activities

    • Choice of Munich tour: panoramic tour highlighting National Theater of Bavaria and Marienplatz Rathaus Glockenspiel OR visit to lavish Treasury of Munich Residence with viewing of Rathaus Glockenspiel
    Landmarks
    National Theater of Bavaria
    Munich Residence
    Marienplatz
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  7. Day 7

    Oberammergau

    Oberammergau
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hofgut Sternen)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Linderhof Palace with expert guide through halls modeled after Versailles
    • Stop for iconic view of Neuschwanstein Castle
    Landmarks
    Linderhof Palace
    Neuschwanstein Castle
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  8. Day 8

    Oberammergau to Black Forest

    Oberammergau to Black Forest
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Black Forest cake in the region it originated from)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hofgut Sternen)

    Included Activities

    • Black Forest cake tasting with mountain backdrop

    Optional Activities

    • Visit artisan cuckoo clock and Hummel makers in the Black Forest region
    Landmarks
    Black Forest
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 9

    Black Forest to Freiburg to Zurich

    Black Forest to Freiburg to Zurich
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Astoria)

    Included Activities

    • Train journey to Freiburg
    • Guided exploration of Freiburg with local guide
    • Visit to Freiburg's Gothic cathedral
    • Visit to Bächle (narrow water channels)
    • Short boat ride on Lake Titisee
    Landmarks
    Freiburg Cathedral
    Lake Titisee
  10. Day 10

    Zurich to Lucerne

    Zurich to Lucerne
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Astoria)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Zurich with local guide
    • Scenic walking tour of Lucerne including Old Town

    Optional Activities

    • Independent lunch in Zurich
    Landmarks
    Lucerne Old Town
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  11. Day 11

    Lucerne

    Lucerne
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner featuring local Swiss specialties)

    Included Activities

    • Farewell dinner featuring local Swiss specialties

    Optional Activities

    • Mount Pilatus excursion - ascend on the world's steepest railway (48% gradient) via panoramic gondolas and cable cars, enjoy 7,000-foot Alpine views, optional Swiss culinary options at summit restaurants (lunch not included), return via panoramic gondola - $95.00 pp
    • Independent exploration of Lucerne
    Landmarks
    Mount Pilatus
  12. Day 12

    Departure

    Departure

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    I was very happy with the tour. Very good experiences that showed me not only the scenery it the culture of the...
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  • Bonnie5.0June 2025
    This was an excellent tour. It was very well planned. The tour manager did an excellent job. All of the local tour...
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  • Paul5.0July 2023
    great tour, beautiful scenery
    Traveled in July 2023

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