From Salzburg: Private Tour of Hallstatt
ID: GYG621523-1037999
Category:
Country: Austria
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover the lakeside village of St Gilgen on a private trip from Salzburg. Drive to St Wolfgang by van, admire the architecture of Bad Ischl, and see the world's oldest salt mine in Hallstatt.
Begin the tour with a pickup from your hotel in Salzburg. Then, relax in a private van and enjoy the picturesque countryside on a drive to St. Gilgen. Spend some time in this beautiful lakeside village, which is a popular tourist destination. After this, drive to St. Wolfgang to explore some more.
Enjoy the scenery in this market town, which is situated on Lake Wolfgangsee. Take some photos of the historic buildings here, and keep an eye out for The Pilgrimage Church, famous for its altarpiece. Next, continue to Bad Ischl, a spa town that is built on the banks of the River Traun.
Appreciate the historic buildings in this town that was made famous when Emperor Franz Joseph I went there on holiday. Following this, drive to the Salzkammergut region and arrive at the town of Hallstatt. Admire the towering mountains which surround the buildings here, and see the salt lake.
Visit the world's oldest salt mine while you are here, and gaze at the well-preserved architecture. Finally, return to your hotel in Salzburg at the end of the day.
Highlights
- See the picturesque Lake Wolfgang and stroll along the waterfront in St Gilgen
- Roam the cobblestone street of St Wolfgang as you appreciate the alpine scenery
- Visit the summer residence of Emperor Franz Joseph I and then explore Bad Ischl
- Check out the oldest salt mine in the world which is in the village of Hallstatt
- Marvel at the high mountains and then explore the cafes and shops in Hallstatt
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
