Austria Winter Magic

Arrival
Upon arrival to the European capital of music, you check in to the hotel in the very heart of the city.

The rest of the day is free for you to either relax or start exploring glorious Vienna on your own.

Vienna Sightseeing
Following breakfast at the hotel, your guide takes you on a 4-hour walking tour through the downtown area of Vienna.

You start at the State Opera House and walk through the Kärntnerstrasse, a shopping street in the pedestrian zone of the city centre, to St. Stephen’s Cathedral. You continue your walk along the Graben und the Kohlmarkt, a very exquisite shopping area, to Imperial Palace Hofburg, the former winter residence of the Habsburgs. It now houses the Imperial Apartments, Sisi Museum, Imperial Silver Chamber, Austrian National Library and much more.

The next on your list is Ring avenue with its numerous magnificent buildings, such as the Museums of Fine Art and National History, the Parliament and the Burgtheater, to name a few. During the tour you also see Neuer Markt and the Capuchin monastery.

The next on your list is Neo-Gothic City Hall and Viennese Christmas Market set on a square in front of it. During advent season the City Hall Square is beautifully turned into a magical place with Christmas decorations, illumination, crafts and delicacies. On Saturdays and Sundays you have a chance here to listen to choirs singing famous carols. As a special treat you taste traditional Christmas delicacies - classic mulled wine and a ginger cake.

After the tour you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day free. 

Schonbrunn Palace & Vienna Woods Exploration
After breakfast your guide and driver take you on a 4-hour touring program around the most significant sites within the boundaries and in the surrounding area of Vienna.

During the tour you explore the Vienna Woods, which are the most eastern foothills of the Alps. You enjoy a stunning view over the city and Danube River from Kahlenberg, the highest hill in the city.

Then you drive through the wine area in the foot of the Vienna Woods, the town of Grinzing, and learn why Vienna is called the 'Wine-Growing Capital of the World'.

Next on your list is the magnificent Schonbrunn Palace, the former summer royal residence, that gives you a historical impression of the glorious imperial times. A highlight is a guided inside visit to the showrooms of the Palace.

After the tour you return to your hotel in Vienna. The rest of the day is free.

Departure
Following breakfast you check out from the hotel and depart from Vienna.

Arrival
Upon arrival, you check in to your centrally located hotel. The rest of the day is free.

Salzburg City Tour
Following breakfast, you meet your private guide and embark on a exciting 3-hour tour of Christmas Salzburg.

 You discover the UNESCO-listed Historic Centre of the City of Salzburg with its medieval fortress, baroque palaces and churches. You see the Getreidegasse and Mozart’s birthplace, pass by the Festival Houses where the Salzburg Festival is held every year, stroll along the narrow streets and enjoy the flair of this old city. Part of the tour is dedicated to Salzburg Christmas markets, including the one set in very heart of Salzburg’s Old Town. Here you learn why Salzburg Christkindlmarkt, with its 6 centuries history, is a truly unique place to immerse yourself into the atmosphere of winter celebrations. For example, did you know that the most famous Christmas carol of all times “Silent Night, Holy Night” was born in Salzburg? 

After the tour you return back to your hotel or continue exploring Salzburg on your own.

*Please note: Christmas Market on Residenzplatz is opened from end of November to end of December. 

Advent Concert & Dinner

Today, you have the morning at your leisure. You can enjoy Salzburg on your own or choose from one of our carefully selected tours.

In the evening, you will meet your private driver who will transfer you to the Fortress Hohensalzburg. Here, you will ascend the Fortress Railway.

Indulge in an exquisite 3-course dinner in the festively decorated Panorama Restaurant at Fortress Hohensalzburg. Afterward, be captivated by musical treasures from W.A. Mozart and his contemporaries, along with traditional Salzburg Christmas carols, all performed in the historic Castle Hall or Golden Hall.

Following the concert, you'll be transferred back to your hotel.

Departure

After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel and depart from Salzburg with your private driver to the airport, marking the end of your advent journey.