A Sustainable Journey Through Austria
A Sustainable Journey Through Austria
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Activity Highlights
Experience the beauty of Austria on an eco-friendly adventure! Start in Vienna, exploring historic sites and indulging in local pastries. Cycle along the Danube and hike in the Vienna Woods, then head to the picturesque Wachau Valley to visit vineyards and Melk Abbey. Discover Salzburg's rich heritage and Berchtesgaden National Park's pristine landscapes. Conclude your journey in Innsbruck, enjoying stunning mountain views and sustainable wildlife experiences. Embrace nature while exploring Austria’s cultural treasures!
Activity Description
Day 1: Arrival in Vienna
Stay: Eco-friendly hotel (e.g., Boutique hotel Stadthalle, a zero-energy hotel)
Activities:
·Take a guided walking tour to explore Vienna’s historic center (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Wander the streets of this beautiful city and sample the famous pastries or visit Hotel Sacher and enjoy the famous Sacher Torte.
·Visit: Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens – the Summer Place of the Habsburgs and the Hofburg Palace which was used as the Winter Palace.
Day 2: Vienna – Nature and Green Spaces
Activities:
·Cycling Tour along the Danube River
·Visit Vienna Woods (Wienerwald), a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Hike eco-friendly trails and explore wildlife, forests, and vineyards.
·In the evening relax at a local SPA using natural resources like thermal waters.
Day 3: Travel to Wachau Valley (Train)
Take a scenic train ride from Vienna to Wachau Valley (approx. 1 hour).
Stay: Eco-friendly vineyard guesthouse.
Activities:
·Explore the vineyards using e-bikes.
·Visit Melk, which is best known as the site of a massive baroque Benedictine monastery named Melk Abbey. Overlooking the Danube River, the Abbey, holds the tomb of Saint Coloman of Stockerau and the remains of several members of the House of Babenberg, Austria's first ruling dynasty.
·Dinner: Enjoy organic wine and local farm-sourced food.
Day 4: Wachau Valley – Salzburg (Train)
Train: Travel to Salzburg, which is famous for being the birthplace of Amadeus Mozart, one of the world's greatest composers of all time (approx. 2.5 hours).
Stay: Eco-certified hotel.
Activities:
·Explore Salzburg’s historic Old Town (UNESCO World Heritage Site) through a guided walking tour.
·Visit the Hohensalzburg Fortress via funicular, which has been powered by sustainable energy sources.
Day 5: Salzburg – Berchtesgaden National Park
Travel: By bus or train to Berchtesgaden National Park (approx. 40 min).
Activities:
·Guided hiking tours in the national park to explore pristine lakes, alpine meadows, and eco-preserved landscapes.
·Optional boat ride on Lake Königssee, using eco-friendly electric boats.
·Return to Salzburg for dinner and overnight.
Day 6: Travel to Innsbruck (Train)
Travel to Innsbruck by train (approx. 2 hours).
Stay: Eco-hotel or mountain lodge.
Activities:
·Explore the city center and take a cable car ride up to the Nordkette mountains, known for sustainable tourism efforts and preservation.
Day 7: Innsbruck – Alpine Nature
Activities:
·Visit Alpenzoo, one of the most sustainable zoos in Europe, with a focus on preserving Alpine wildlife.
·Enjoy a final eco-friendly hike in the Tyrolean Alps.
Day 8: Departure
·Departure from Innsbruck or travel to the airport for your return flight home.
Details
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- Activity Duration
- 8 Days
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- City
- Vienna
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- Type
- Cycle Tour | City Packages
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- Host for Partner
- Aliantour Europe
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- Cancellation
- Up to 30 Days prior to arrival date More
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- Bookings Accepted
- 365 Day(s) Prior To Activity
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- Max Participants
- 2
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- Max Participants Per Time Slot
- 2
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- Guide Can Speak
- English, German, Italian & Spanish
Requirements
- Booking window:
- From December 2024
- Date that is available:
- From April 2025 until October 2025
Inclusions
- • 7 nights hotel accomodation
- • Continental breakfast daily; 7 dinners
- • Professional bilingual Tour Escort for the whole tour
- • English-speaking local guide: 1 FD Wien; 1 HD Melk; 1 HD Salzburg;
- • Entrance fees: Schonbrunn Palace, Hofburg Palace in Wien; Hohensalzburg Fortress in Salzburg; Alpenzoo in Innsbruck;
- • Whisper sets
- • City tax
- • Train tickets as per program
- • Entrance to a local SPA for an evening of relax
- • Funicular to Hohensalzburg Fortress
- • Cable Car ride up to the Nordkette mountains
Exclusions
- • Meals not specified
- • Beverage not specified
- • Tips to driver, guides, restaurants, hotels
- • Travel insurance
- • Everything not clearly specified in the quote includes
- • Flights
Cancellation
- Cancellation policy:
- 1. Possibility to cancel without penalty up to 1 year before arrival
- 2. Between 364 and 270 days before arrival: 60% of the reserved space can be cancelled without penalty.
- 3. Between 269 and 180 days before arrival: 40% of the reserved space can be cancelled without penalty.
- 4. Between 179 and 90 days before arrival: 20% of the reserved space can be cancelled without penalty.
- 5. Between 89 and 30 days prior to arrival: 5% of the space may be cancelled without penalty.
- 6. From 30 days before the group's arrival: any space cancelled will be subject to 100% penalty.
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