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Grand Austrian Lakes & Mountains

Grand Austrian Lakes & Mountains, a rail journey with Marvellous Escapes

Experience the best of Austria's lakes and mountains on a 12-day rail adventure. From Zurich and the dramatic Arlberg Pass to Innsbruck, Mayrhofen, Salzburg and Zell am See, discover alpine beauty, rich culture, and unforgettable highlights including the 'Sound of Music', salt mines, and panoramic mountain views.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Zurich

    Zurich

    Board the Eurostar from London to Zurich via Paris. Check in to your hotel and take a leisurely stroll through Zurich's Old Town (Altstadt) along the Limmat River.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Innsbruck

    Innsbruck

    Direct train to Innsbruck, enjoying views of the Swiss and Austrian Alps over the Arlberg Pass. Check in for a two-night stay.

  3. Day 3overnight: Innsbruck

    Innsbruck

    After breakfast, explore Innsbruck's Old Town, the Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl) and the Hofburg Palace. The Innsbruck Card gives access to 20+ attractions, cable cars and the hop-on hop-off bus, with stops including the Alpenzoo and Ambras Castle.

  4. Day 4overnight: Innsbruck

    Innsbruck

    Another day to explore Innsbruck with the Innsbruck Card, including free public transport to attractions such as the Alpine Zoo or Ambras Castle.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Mayrhofen

    Mayrhofen

    Picturesque rail journey from Innsbruck to the alpine village of Mayrhofen through the Tyrolean landscape. Afternoon free to explore the village at leisure.

  6. Day 6overnight: Mayrhofen

    Mayrhofen

    After breakfast, a day at your own pace in Mayrhofen: village strolls, hiking trails, a cable car to the Penken or Ahorn mountains, or a wellness centre, with an authentic Tyrolean meal in the evening.

  7. Day 7railovernight: Salzburg

    Salzburg

    Scenic rail journey from Mayrhofen to Salzburg. Evening exploring Salzburg's Baroque streets and squares.

  8. Day 8overnight: Salzburg

    Salzburg

    Sound of Music & Salt Mines day trip: touring the 450-year-old salt mines and visiting iconic 'Sound of Music' filming locations against the Salzkammergut backdrop.

  9. Day 9overnight: Salzburg

    Salzburg

    Half-day tour to Hallstatt, exploring its cobblestone streets and lakeside setting, with an optional cable car ride to the salt mountain for views of the Dachstein Alps.

  10. Day 10railovernight: Zell am See

    Zell am See

    Scenic rail journey from Salzburg to Zell am See. Check in and explore the crystal-clear Lake Zell and the Hohe Tauern mountains.

  11. Day 11overnight: Zell am See

    Zell am See

    Full day at leisure: a walk along Lake Zell, cycling the lakeside trails, or exploring the town centre and its Tyrolean cuisine.

  12. Day 12rail

    Return home

    After breakfast, check out and take a train back to Salzburg with onward transfer to Salzburg Airport for your flight back to the UK.

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
  • 2-nights hotel accommodation in Zell am See 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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