Country Roads of Bavaria, Switzerland & Austria
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From the famed beer taverns of Munich to the Disney-inspiring turrets of Neuschwanstein Castle among the Alps, this 12-day tour will delight and awe. In Switzerland, a funicular transports you from the scenic shores of Lake Lucerne to a mountaintop Stanserhorn Dinner, at the roof of Europe. Enjoy a delicious meal at 6,000 feet, with stunning views from the Drehrestaurant Rondorama, which slowly rotates to ensure you don’t miss a thing. A journey aboard the Glacier Express offers vistas of ice capped mountains, dramatic valleys and frozen waterfalls.
Trip Code: E727M27
Start Location
Vienna (undefined)
End Location
Zurich (undefined)
Duration
189 days
Countries Visited
Austria, Germany, Switzerland
Trip Type
Country Roads
Itinerary Type
Classic
Theme
none
Season
-
Booking Status
Available
Trip Highlights
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Dining Summary
- 6 Dinner (D)
- 11 Breakfast (B)
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Summary
- See Feldherrnhalle in the Odeonsplatz, Palace of the Dukes of Wittelsbach, English Garden, Hofbräuhaus and Marienplatz in Munich • the church featured in ‘The Sound of Music' in Mondsee • Hofburg Imperial Residence and Opera House in Vienna • Old Town, Imperial Palace and Golden Roof in Innsbruck • St. Moritz • Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge in Lucerne.
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Authentic Dining
- Vienna: Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a drink, followed by a pleasant dinner with wine at a local restaurant.
- Innsbruck: For your dining pleasure, you are offered a selection of Innsbruck's vibrant restaurants. With drinks, a delicious 3-course dinner and Glühwein in abundance, your Dine-Around evening is a culinary experience not to be missed.
- Stanserhorn: A spectacular journey by cable car and cogwheel railway takes you to the summit. Enjoy expansive mountain views over Lake Lucerne for your dinner. Fill your glass with wine and toast to newfound friends.
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Top Rated Highlights
- Vienna: During your orientation led by your Travel Director, travel along the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.
- Vienna: Visit Vienna’s grand Baroque palace with your Local Expert and trace the legacy of the Habsburg dynasty. See the Hall of Mirrors where Mozart performed as a child, the richly decorated Great Gallery used for court functions, and the private apartments of Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Elisabeth. Learn how court rituals, politics and personal tastes shaped one of Europe’s most influential empires.
- Melk Abbey: Visit Melk Abbey where the Benedictine monks have been living and working since 1089.
- Salzburg: Join your Local Expert to visit the formal gardens of Mirabell Palace and Residence Square - both locations used in 'The Sound of Music.' You will also see the imposing fortress, the immense cathedral and Mozart's birthplace on the lively Getreidegasse.
- Chiemsee: Discover Herrenchiemsee Palace, King Ludwig II’s extravagant homage to Versailles, set on an island in Bavaria’s largest lake. Built in the late 19th century, the palace features a Hall of Mirrors longer than its French inspiration and showcases Ludwig’s vision of absolute monarchy through lavish Rococo interiors and ornate fountains surrounded by Alpine scenery.
- Dachau: Experience a powerful and moving visit to Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial site with a Local Expert.
- Neuschwanstein Castle: Visit the archetypal fairy-tale castle that allegedly inspired many of Walt Disney's castles. Led by a local historian, walk through the magnificent halls, take in the lavish decoration and enjoy spectacular views.
- Oberammergau: Explore the town and see the theatre where the Passion Play has been performed since 1634.
- Innsbruck: The host for your visit to the Bergisel Ski Jump is a local Ski Jumper who will show you a trick or two (weather permitting).
- Innsbruck: Nestled amidst majestic mountains, Innsbruck is a beautiful city offering a unique combination of nature, history, and culture. Stroll the streets of the picturesque Old Town, with your Local Expert, learn about its history and admire the Baroque and Gothic architecture.
- St Moritz: Take in the elegant spa quarter and the sparkling glacial lake of this chic alpine resort, famed for its high-altitude glamour.
- St Moritz: Travel along the route of the world-famous Glacier Express, through looping tunnels and dizzying viaducts, in the scenic heart of the Swiss Alps, on a regional train fully powered by hydroelectricity.
- Lucerne: See the emotive Lion Monument, Jesuit Church and Chapel Bridge.
- Stanserhorn: Journey to the top of Mount Stanserhorn on a panoramic, open-top cable car powered by solar energy, and enjoy spectacular views from the summit.
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Insight Experiences
- Salzburg: Visit the house where Mozart was born in 1756. Enjoy a pianoforte demonstration and examine letters, memorabilia, and musical instruments of the great composer, plus a fascinating collection of portraits.
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Insight Choice
- Munich: Visit the Residenz, the former royal palace of the Wittelsbach monarchs of Bavaria.
- Munich: Embark on a culinary walking tour in the heart of the city.
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Make Travel Matter
- Stans: Taste a refreshing seasonal juice at a renovated Capuchin monastery producing sustainable crops from the alpine region. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.
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Choice Highlights
- Choose between two carefully selected activities
- Munich: Visit the Residenz, the former royal palace of the Wittelsbach monarchs of Bavaria.
- Munich: Embark on a culinary walking tour in the heart of the city.
What's Included in Your Tour
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Dining Summary
- 6 Dinner (D)
- 11 Breakfast (B)
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Authentic Dining
• Vienna: Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a drink, followed by a pleasant dinner with wine at a local restaurant
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• Innsbruck: For your dining pleasure, you are offered a selection of Innsbruck's vibrant restaurants
• With drinks, a delicious 3-course dinner and Glühwein in abundance, your Dine-Around evening is a culinary experience not to be missed
• Stanserhorn: A spectacular journey by cable car and cogwheel railway takes you to the summit
• Enjoy expansive mountain views over Lake Lucerne for your dinner
• Fill your glass with wine and toast to newfound friends
Itinerary
Tour Dates & Pricing
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