Salzburg: Private the Hills are alive Tour with Pickup

Explore Salzburg and the Salzkammergut region on a private Sound of Music tour. Visit filming locations, learn behind-the-scenes facts, and enjoy a personalized experience.
Step into the magical world of the Sound of Music on this private tour through Salzburg and the stunning Salzkammergut region. Follow in the footsteps of the beloved Von Trapp family as you visit the authentic filming locations from the iconic 1965 musical film that captured hearts worldwide.

Begin your adventure at Nonnberg Abbey, the 1400-year-old convent where Maria trained to become a nun, both in the film and in real life. Stand before the ancient walls where the real Maria von Trapp walked and learn the fascinating true story behind the Hollywood legend.

Visit the magnificent Leopoldskron Palace and its serene lake, which doubled as the back of the Von Trapp family villa in the movie. Capture stunning photographs at Hellbrunn Palace, home to the famous glass gazebo where Liesl and Rolf sang "Sixteen Going on Seventeen." Walk through the very gardens and pathways where the Von Trapp children danced and sang.

Cross the Austrian border into the Bavarian countryside to see either the original meadow where Julie Andrews twirled and sang the opening scene, or follow the Sound of Music Trail where the children performed the unforgettable "Do-Re-Mi" sequence. Journey through the picturesque Salzkammergut lake region, passing the crystal-clear waters of Lake Wolfgang and the charming village of St. Gilgen, Mozart's mother's birthplace.

Your tour culminates at the stunning neo-Gothic Basilica of St. Michael in Mondsee, where the famous wedding scene was filmed. Stand at the very altar where Maria and Captain von Trapp exchanged their vows on screen and imagine the grandeur of that cinematic moment.

Throughout your private tour, travel in comfort in an air-conditioned minivan with complimentary Austrian refreshments and bottled water. Your expert local driver-guide will share fascinating behind-the-scenes movie facts, historical context, and entertaining stories about both the real Von Trapp family and the Hollywood production. Learn how the true story differs from the film, discover what happened to the family after they escaped Austria, and understand the cultural impact this movie had on Salzburg tourism.

This personalized experience includes convenient hotel pickup and drop-off anywhere in Salzburg city, making your journey seamless and stress-free. As a private tour, you'll enjoy the flexibility to spend more time at locations that interest you most, ask unlimited questions, and travel at your own comfortable pace without rushing through crowds.

Enhance your experience with a traditional Austrian lunch at a scenic mountain restaurant, featuring local specialties and panoramic Alpine views. This is the perfect opportunity to relax mid-day and savor authentic regional cuisine while surrounded by the same mountains that inspired the film's most memorable scenes.

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.

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.