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- German
- English
On this Small Group Minivan Tour you will learn about charming Christmas markets of the Austrian Lake District ”Salzkammergut”, one of the most picturesque parts of Austria, with its crystal clear lakes surrounded by mountains, rock faces and the rural beauty of Austria. This was and is the scenes for world famous movies (“The Sound of Music”) and operettas (“The White Horse Inn”). The villages of St.Gilgen, St.Wolfgang and UNESCO village Hallstatt are popular attractions around Salzburg.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
VERY IMPORTANT: The client must be ready for pick-up 15 mins.(08:30am) prior/before to tour start as he/she can be already the 1st one to be picked up. Maximum waiting time 5 mins, beyond that regretfully is not possible. Note: On request other pick-up places, i.e. Salzburg main train station/Schallmoos EXIT, Edelweiss office Theatergasse 1, Salzburg 5020. will be possible.
Itinerary
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1Fuschl am See
Heading east from Salzburg City the first lake we pass is the emerald lake Fuschlsee passing by also hotel Schloss Fushl and the headquarters of Red Bull! On request a photo stop at Red Bull will be possible!
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
We make our first stop above the Mozart village St. Gilgen by the lake Wolfgangsee. This lake is the centre piece of the tour. At St. Gilgen we visit the Christmas market!
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
We continue our journey further around the lake to St. Wolfgang village. At St.Wolfgang you can wander the Christmas market stalls lining the streets and visit the pilgrimage church where you can view Michael Pacher’s winged Gothic altar.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Then we drive to Hallstatt, passing Bad Ischl (Kaiserstadt – Imperial Town)!
Admission ticket free -
4Hallstatt
The secound half of the tour visiting the extraordinary village Hallstatt at lake Hallstättersee. It is simply amazing how the houses were built between the mountains and the lake. And thus is the history of this outstanding sightseeing place. 7000 years of salt mining and findings of eminent historic import even gave a scientific epoch its name: The Hallstatt period with the Hallstatt Culture. Together with the Dachstein region it was declared an UNESCO Heritage site located in Salzkammergut region. In Hallstatt you will have few hours leisure time to explore the village.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
Gosau (Pass by)
One our way back we drive through Gosau, beautiful Austrian Alpine skiing and hiking town surrounded by Dachstein mountains.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
We drive through one of the charming family Ski resort Dachstein west., during the ski season can be seen many downhill skiers!
Admission ticket free -
Abtenau (Pass by)
We drive through Abtenau, beautiful Austrian Alpine skiing and hiking town.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Golling, A beautiful and lively Austrian Medieval town with a Fortress and impressive unique architectural houses!
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
We passing by one of the worlds oldest salt mines accessible for visitors at Hallein / Dürrnberg mountain. The “white gold” mined there provided almost limitless riches for the prince archbishops manifested until present days in Salzburg’s baroque magnificence.
Admission ticket free -
5Salzburg
Tour end is centrally located in Salzburg town (near Mozart’s residence at Makart Square or Mirabell Square).
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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