Private Lake District, St. Wolfgang and St. Gilgen Tour
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Is Private Lake District, St. Wolfgang and St. Gilgen Tour worth booking?
Private Lake District, St. Wolfgang and St. Gilgen Tour is a 8-hour experience in Salzburg, Austria, from $109 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (5)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $109 per person
Spend a full day in one of the most picturesque areas of Austria, the Salzkammergut Lake District. Highlights of this tour include many hidden gems such as a waterfall, a gorge in a village, driving off the beaten track,
What you get
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Private tour led by a professional, English-speaking guide
- Private transportation in a luxury Mercedes-Benz V-Class or BMW 5 Series
About this experience
Spend a full day in one of the most picturesque areas of Austria, the Salzkammergut Lake District. Highlights of this tour include many hidden gems such as a waterfall, a gorge in a village, driving off the beaten track, exploring the villages of St. Gilgen, St. Wolfgang and Mondsee. This tour is ideal for first time travellers and anyone who wants to see crystal clear lakes and beautiful mountain scenery. - Highlights of the lake district, including Fuschlsee, the village of St. Wolfgang and St. Gilgen - Enjoy fantastic views - Fully guided private day tour
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Private tour led by a professional, English-speaking guide
- Private transportation in a luxury Mercedes-Benz V-Class or BMW 5 Series
Not included
- Lunch
- Optional: boat ride from St. Wolfgang to St. Gilgen
- Optional: Rack Railway to the Schafberg Summit
What you'll see and do
Start your day of discovering the lake district of Salzburg by meeting your local guide at your hotel in Salzburg. Your journey begins with a drive along country roads with several stops at some hidden gems on the way to the emerald green Fuschlsee (lake Fuschl).
15 minutes here
St Gilgen Mozartplatz
Once you have seen the first lake, continue along the lakeside road to St. Gilgen, where you can stop for a picture of St. Gilgen with the Wolfgangsee in the background before heading into the town centre.
60 minutes here
After exploring St Gilgen, the birthplace of Mozart's mother, your journey takes you to the next highlight of the day, St Wolfgang. St Wolfgang is one of the most beautiful lakeside towns in the Lake District and is famous for its Christmas Market. After exploring the town you can stop off at the Restaurant im Weissen Rössel, which has a terrace overlooking the lake. Weather permitting, you can take the rack-railway to the top of the Schafberg for the views (and lunch, if you like) from a 6000ft mountain.
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Wolfgangsee Lake
From 18 April to around 3 November you can take the boat from St Wolfgang back to St Gilgen for a different view of the area. Your guide will pick you up in St. Gilgen after the boat ride.
45 minutes here · Admission not included
Salzburg
After eight hours of exploring one of Austria's most beautiful areas, your private tour ends with a drop off at your hotel in Salzburg.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- MCM Tours & Travel Salzburg, Austria
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
1 mentionTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Food and drink
1 mentionThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Private Lake District, St. Wolfgang and St. Gilgen Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderful Guide and such a fun person!
Our experience of this day was so special. Our tour guide Gabby, was so wonderful. She grew up in this area and knew a lot of places to take us that kept us away from the main tourist attractions and allowed us to have a "locals only" tour of the area. Thank you Gabby for truly making a special day and lifelong memories for my family.
via Viator
To the Austrian Lakes
A wonderful trip to the Austrian lake region. Including a boat trip across the Wolfgangsee. Gustav Klempt loved this region and spent many summers painting scenes from around the area. There is a small museum featuring this part his life on the tour.
via Tripadvisor
Just Do It!!
Gabi is amazing! Knowledgeable, flexible, and works very hard to ensure your tour is what you want it to be. We had been to Halstatt previously, so she modified our tour to St GIlgen. St. Wolfgang and Berchtesgarden with the documentation center. She shares interesting history, Sound of Music sites. Austrian traditions, and even pictures to share of before and after at some of the WWII sites. The large Mercedes van is very comfortable and air conditioned, which we were grateful for during the unusually warm weather. Cannot recommend her highly enough. Tour picks up and drops off at your hotel. Left at 10 back at 6, so it's a full and wonderful day!! Worth the cost for the comfort and personalization.
via Tripadvisor
Beautiful Day in the Lake District Austria
Manfred picked us up at our hotel and after discussing our interests, he customized the itinerary to our interests. We drove toward the Lake District from Salzburg, with several stops at his suggestion that we never would have thought of (specifically, Hangar 7). The stunning drive included view stops and local insight. At Wolfgangsee, Manfred left us for a leisurely lunch on the water at the White Horse, with instructions on how to take the ferry on a lake crossing back to where he met us for a drive back, again with photo stops. It was lovely day, and Manfred was also generous with advice on our next stop (Vienna). He is professional, knowledgeable and personable; an ideal guide.
via Tripadvisor
Great tour and Guide
We had a great trip with Patrick. The tour was amazing, the beautiful towns and mountains were breathtaking.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $109 to $760
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 63
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Lake District, St. Wolfgang and St. Gilgen Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Salzburg.
How much does Private Lake District, St. Wolfgang and St. Gilgen Tour cost?
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Prices start at $109 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Salzburg usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Lake District, St. Wolfgang and St. Gilgen Tour take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Salzburg is not rushed.
Is Private Lake District, St. Wolfgang and St. Gilgen Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Salzburg, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Lake District, St. Wolfgang and St. Gilgen Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Lake District, St. Wolfgang and St. Gilgen Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Lake District, St. Wolfgang and St. Gilgen Tour?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Salzburg can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Salzburg and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Lake District, St. Wolfgang and St. Gilgen Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Salzburg within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Salzburg?
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On Outty we rank every Salzburg experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Austrian Apple Strudel Cooking Class including Lunch in Salzburg, Salzburg: Palace Concert at the Marble Hall of Mirabell Palace, The Original Sound of Music Tour in Salzburg. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Salzburg?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Salzburg?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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