Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna
Vienna, Austria

Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna

Outty Ranking 53 3.9 · 24 traveler reviews13 hoursFrom $143
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53/100

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3.9/5

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Is Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna worth booking?

Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna is a 13-hour experience in Vienna, Austria, from $143 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 24 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
53 / 100
Rating
3.9/5 (24)
Duration
13 hours
From
$143 per person

This tour from Vienna to Salzburg and the surrounding lake district is a wonderful opportunity to dive into the world of classical music and see some of the jewels of the world’s natural heritage.

What you get

    About this experience

    This tour from Vienna to Salzburg and the surrounding lake district is a wonderful opportunity to dive into the world of classical music and see some of the jewels of the world’s natural heritage.

    What's included

    Included

    • Photo breaks at Alpine lakes Mondsee and Wolfgangsee
    • Option with pickup from centrally located Vienna hotels (postcodes 1010-1090). Select when booking.
    • Option with departure from central meeting poit: Tourist Info, Albertinaplatz. Select when booking.
    • Walking tour with professional local guide in Salzburg
    • Guided tour on the way from Vienna to Salzburg and back
    • Transport by air-conditioned coach or van with professional guide or driver-guide

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Food and drinks
    • Hotel drop-off. Tour ends at the Vienna State Opera, Albertinaplatz
    • Entrance fee.
    • No pick up from apartments and hostels, even if the option with hotel pick up is booked.

    What you'll see and do

    1. In one and a half hour we will make a short coffee break at a quality restaurant Landzeit “Country time” on a highway, where you can relax and enjoy a comfortable rustic atmosphere and stretch your legs during your break.

      30 minutes here

    2. Mondsee

      Your unforgettable trip begins in the idyllic sceneries of the Austrian Alps, where you will visit the famous church of Mondsee, chosen by the film director as an ideal location for Maria’s wedding setting.

      30 minutes here

    3. St Gilgen

      On the way to Salzburg you will not stop taking pictures of the beautiful lakes and peaks. View over elegant village of St. Gilgen on the northern shore of Lake Wolfgangsee reveals an Alpine idyll coupled with mountain Flair. One of Salzburg’s most famous sons has his ancestral roots here. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s mother, Anna, was born in this beautiful village.

      15 minutes here

    4. Salzburg

      Salzburg is an inviting, beautiful city on the banks of the River Salzach, and is also the world capital of classical music, being the home town of both Mozart and Karajan. Mozart chocolates, Mozart rubber ducks, Mozart ice cream: There is practically nothing that doesn’t sport the likeness of this city’s greatest son. As the city in which Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born and grew up, Salzburg can fairly claim the title of City of Mozart. Just be ready to bump into Mozart around almost every corner…Walk through the Mirabell Gardens and see the house where Mozart was born, as well as the cathedral and St. Peter’s Abbey, one of the oldest abbeys in Europe. During your free time you may choose to take the funicular up to the fortress of Hohensalzburg from where you have marvellous panoramic views over the city. Anyone who has ever watched the "Sound of Music" will be thrilled at seeing some of the film locations!

      180 minutes here

    5. Coffee break in a countrylike atmosphere of another quality restaurant Landzeit “Country time” on a highway, where we will make a compulsory 30 minutes stop for our coach according to EU law regulations.

      30 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Vienna

    Tour departs from “Tourist Info” at Albertina Platz, A-1010 Vienna. Behind of the State Opera House, in front of the Albertina Museum. Underground station “Karlsplatz” U1 and U4. Please come latest 10 minutes before the tour departure to the 7Travel agency official and tell your name.

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 45 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    Tour departs from “Tourist Info” at Albertina Platz, A-1010 Vienna. Behind of the State Opera House, in front of the Albertina Museum. Underground station “Karlsplatz” U1 and U4. Please come latest 10 minutes before the tour departure to the 7Travel agency official and tell your name.

    Options you can book

    • From central meeting point

      Without hotel pick up: Tour departs from “Tourist Info” at Albertina Platz, A-1010 Vienna. Beside the State Opera House.

    • With hotel pick up in center

      With pick up: Pick-up service from centrally located hotels only (postcodes from 1010 till 1090). No Pick-up from apartments and hostels. Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Sat
    Group size
    Up to 30 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    7 TRAVEL

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide in English and Russian
    • Please note that you will cover approx. 370 miles (600 km) by motorway at this day; It is about a 6.5-hour drive with two 30-minutes stops; You will spend around 3 hours in Salzburg, a 1,5-hour walking tour and 1,5-hours of free time

    Photos

    Mirabell Garden Salzburg / Tourismus Salzburg GmbH, Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from ViennaWolfgangsee Lake / WTG, Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from ViennaSalzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna, photo 4Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna, photo 5Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna, photo 6Salzburg city view (c) Tourismus Salzburg, Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 24 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    6 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    5 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Traveler reviews

    24 verified traveler reviews for Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Jayram_I · September 2024

    Could have been better.

    Good scenery 👌 The small van was very cramped and really uncomfortable. The tour guide offered a lot of information, slightly too much. Van was cold . The Tour Operator should have arranged for spare rain coats and/or Umbrellas. Also helps to follow the guide amongst a large crowd in a new city.

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    Kayla_W · May 2024

    Great way to spend a day!

    The annoying parts of my experience were due to the group members, not the guides or the tour company. My one piece of feedback to the tour company is to make the walking tour of Salzburg optional. My friend and I left our walking tour early to allow for more free time, and it was the best decision we made all day! The stops were beautiful, and I loved the city, but offering the walking tour as an option would be better than making it a requirement. Our guide was knowledgeable and very likable. Our bus driver was skilled, and the length of the tour did not feel like too much because of the scheduled stops.

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    Sunitha_P · September 2023

    Long day…few hours in Salzburg

    Driver told us we what we where we would be stopping on journey. The lake area was stunning but it was just a half hour stop, thought there would be more lake stops. The walking tour a bit rushed and not really any opportunity to stop for good pictures. Tour was in English and Russian even though we booked an English tour so was a little tiresome trying to keep up when the guide kept switching between languages. Not much time in Salzburg itself. If you want longer time there then maybe the train would be an option too as take the same time from Vienna and so you can stretch your legs more often than being stuck in the 8 seater. On the whole I think you are paying most of the money for the actual transport. Just to mention driver does not speak the whole journey so no commentary on where we are driving through etc.

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    Andrew_V · August 2023

    A Fantastic Trip

    We had an amazing trip. The guides were great, and we learned a lot about Austrian history and culture as well as the stories behind The Sound of Music. The scenery was beautiful, especially the stops in the Alps.

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    Toulla_C · November 2022

    Melody, Strauss and Mozart!!

    Highly recommended!! Enjoyed every minute! Our guide Kate was most friendly and informative. Our driver drove us back and forth with safety despite the foggy weather. Danke sehr!

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    13 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Sat
    Price range
    $143 to $155
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    8
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by 7 TRAVEL, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 58.8.

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    Why this scores 53

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)42
    Review evidence (18% weight)47
    Booking momentum (14% weight)38
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)60
    Local standing (8% weight)6
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Vienna.

    How much does Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna cost?

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    Prices start at $143 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Vienna usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna take?

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    Plan for about 13 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 Vienna is not rushed.

    Is Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 24 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Vienna, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna?

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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 Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 13-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna?

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    Around 8 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 Vienna 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 Vienna and add a light layer if any part of the 13-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna 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 Vienna 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 Vienna?

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    On Outty we rank every Vienna experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Vienna Food Tour: Coffeehouses, Markets, Lunch & Street Food, Authentic Vienna Food Tour inc. lunch, street food, 3 drinks, Best of Vienna : Historic Center Walking Tour. 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 Vienna?

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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 Vienna?

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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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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna?

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    Included: Photo breaks at Alpine lakes Mondsee and Wolfgangsee; Option with pickup from centrally located Vienna hotels (postcodes 1010-1090). Select when; Option with departure from central meeting poit: Tourist Info, Albertinaplatz. Select when; Walking tour with professional local guide in Salzburg; and Guided tour on the way from Vienna to Salzburg and back. Not included: Gratuities; Food and drinks; Hotel drop-off. Tour ends at the Vienna State Opera, Albertinaplatz; and Entrance fee. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 206 listed pickup locations in and around Vienna. Be ready about 45 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Vienna. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna?

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    Across 24 reviews averaging 3.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including From central meeting point, With hotel pick up in center. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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