Self-Guided Fairytale towns in the Alps

It's time to discover the cities and scenery Austria! At the indicated time, arrive at your Canada departure airport to catch a flight to the Austrian capital of Vienna.* Night on board.

* If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

Arrive in Vienna, an imperial city famed for its artistic legacy and for the music of Mozart and Beethoven, who both spent much of their lives in the Austrian capital. Transfer to the hotel and spend the remainder of the day exploring at your leisure. We recommend heading to the historic centre to enjoy the charming atmosphere. During the summer the riverbanks come alive with lively bars and restaurants, so be sure to check this out if the weather is pleasant. Overnight stay in Vienna.

Breakfast at the hotel. Discover the 'City of Dreams' today on a Vienna city tour. Take the Ringstrasse ring road to see some of the capital's most important buildings including the State Opera House, the Museums of Art History and Natural History, the Museumquartier, the Imperial Palace (the former winter residence of the Emperor), the Parliament, the City Hall and the Burgtheater. The remainder of the day is free to enjoy Vienna at your leisure. Alternatively, you can opt to enjoy a classical music concert*, a must-do activity while in the city! Overnight stay in Vienna. 

*Optional Classical Music Concert: Sit it on what is sure to be an unforgettable and truly authentic experience while in Vienna, a classical music concert.

Breakfast at the hotel. Continue your adventure through Austria today as you head to the station to catch a train to Innsbruck. On arrival, transfer to the hotel and get settled in before exploring the city at your leisure for the remainder of the day. As the capital of Austria’s western state of Tyrol, Innsbruck is a popular destination for winter sports. Known for its combination of Imperial and modern architecture this unique city is within easy reach of the spectacular landscapes of the Austrian Alps. Overnight stay in Innsbruck. 

Breakfast at the hotel. Spend a day at your leisure in Innsbruck, delighting in the mix of modern and imperial architecture. Why not ride the Nordkette funicular up to Hafelekar for breathtaking views of the Alps at any time of year! Overnight stay in Innsbruck.

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the railway station this morning to catch a train to Salzburg, famous as the hometown of legendary composer Mozart. Arrive, transfer to the hotel and spend the rest of the day exploring at your leisure. Take in the views of the Eastern Alps and admire the medieval and baroque architecture of the Old Town. Overnight stay in Salzburg.

Breakfast at the hotel. Begin the day with a city tour of Salzburg, to discover the immense history of this special city and its heritage as the home of Mozart. Marvel at the medieval and baroque buildings of the pedestrian Altstadt and the 19th-century Neustadt as you get to know this city full of historic monuments and architectural wonders! The remainder of the day is free to explore Salzburg at your leisure, indulging in delicious Austrian cuisine or visiting the city's museums. Overnight stay in Salzburg.

Breakfast at the hotel. Return to the capital today as you transfer to the railway station to catch a train back to Vienna. Arrive, transfer to the hotel and enjoy your final evening in Austria at your leisure. Overnight stay in Vienna.

Breakfast at the hotel*. It's time to bring your journey through Austria to an end. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to Canada. Arrive in Canada and end your trip.**

* Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.

** Depending on the return flight schedule, you may arrive in Canada the next day.