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Austrian Lakes & Mountains

Austrian Lakes & Mountains, a rail journey with Marvellous Escapes

Experience the charm of Austria on this 10-day rail holiday, from Zurich through the scenic Arlberg Pass to Innsbruck, Mayrhofen, and Salzburg.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Zurich

    Zurich

    Board the Eurostar from London to Zurich via Paris. Take a leisurely stroll through Zurich's Old Town (Altstadt), nestled between the alpine mountains and straddling the Limmat River.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Innsbruck

    Innsbruck

    Board a direct train bound for Innsbruck, relishing views of the Swiss and Austrian Alps over the Arlberg Pass, then check in for a two-night stay.

  3. Day 3overnight: Innsbruck

    Innsbruck

    Explore Innsbruck's Old Town, the Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl) and the Hofburg Palace. Your included Innsbruck Card grants access to 20+ attractions, museums, lifts and cable cars, plus the hop-on hop-off bus.

  4. Day 4overnight: Innsbruck

    Innsbruck

    A further day to explore Innsbruck's sights, including the Alpine Zoo and Ambras Castle, with free public transport via your Innsbruck Card.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Mayrhofen

    Mayrhofen

    A picturesque rail journey from Innsbruck to the alpine village of Mayrhofen through verdant Tyrolean valleys. Explore the village's quaint streets and cafes at leisure.

  6. Day 6overnight: Mayrhofen

    Mayrhofen

    A day at your own pace amid majestic mountains and lush meadows, with options for hiking trails, cable car rides up Penken or Ahorn, wellness centre visits, or an authentic Tyrolean meal.

  7. Day 7railovernight: Salzburg

    Salzburg

    A scenic rail journey from Mayrhofen to Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spend the evening exploring Salzburg's Baroque streets and squares.

  8. Day 8overnight: Salzburg

    Salzburg

    Discover the best of Salzburg on an exciting Sound of Music & Salt Mines tour, touring the 450-year-old salt mines and iconic 'The Sound of Music' filming locations against the Salzkammergut backdrop.

  9. Day 9overnight: Salzburg

    Salzburg

    A captivating half-day tour to the picturesque lakeside village of Hallstatt, wandering its narrow cobblestone streets and taking in views of Lake Hallstatt, with an optional cable car to the salt mountain.

  10. Day 10rail

    Return home

    After breakfast, check out of your hotel and head to Salzburg Airport for your flight back to the UK. Alternatively, travel home by train or extend your stay in Europe.

Included

  • Overnight hotel accommodation in Zurich with breakfast included
  • 3-nights hotel accommodation in Innsbruck with breakfast included
  • 2-nights hotel accommodation in Mayrhofen with breakfast included
  • 3-nights hotel accommodation in Salzburg with breakfast included
  • Secure reservations for the Eurostar & TGV Lyria trains
  • Rail throughout Austria
  • Private transfer to Salzburg Airport & return flight to the UK
  • Innsbruck Card with free entry into 22 museums and attractions
  • Sound of Music & Salt Mines day trip from Salzburg
  • Hallstatt Half-Day Tour from Salzburg

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