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Grand Vienna, Salzburg, and Munich

Independent 10-day rail trip through Vienna, Salzburg and Munich

Illustration of Grand Vienna, Salzburg, and Munich

Railbookers operates this independent, 10-day rail vacation through Vienna, Salzburg and Munich, giving three nights in each city with Rail Expert support along the way. Vienna opens with a hop-on-hop-off tour past the Opera House and the Hofburg, building to an after-hours tour of Schönbrunn Palace with a three-course dinner and a concert of Mozart and Strauss. A scenic train through the Arlberg Pass carries travelers to Salzburg, where days at your own pace, a funicular ride to Hohensalzburg Fortress, and a guided half-day tour to the town of Hallstatt fill out the stay. A high-speed train continues to Munich for a walking tour of Marienplatz and the Town Hall, and a guided day trip through the Bavarian countryside to Neuschwanstein Castle. First-class rail travel and breakfast run throughout, and because the trip is independent rather than escorted, most of each day beyond the included tours is left for travelers to arrange themselves.

What to know before you look closer

  • The evidence's hotel list is only partly legible, with several entries combining multiple hotel names into one field; confirm which specific property you'll get with Railbookers before booking.
  • A horse and carriage ride in Salzburg and a visit to the Deutsches Museum in Munich are mentioned as options in the itinerary text, not listed as included.
  • The evidence gives no current departure dates; confirm availability and pricing with Railbookers before booking.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Vienna

    Your Journey Begins in Vienna

    Welcome to Vienna! Upon arrival, check into your hotel for a three-night stay. Get your bearings in the grand Austrian capital by using your hop-on hop-off bus tickets, seeing the sights whilst listening to a guide. Then relax by indulging in Viennese coffee culture or tucking into authentic Wiener Schnitzel for dinner.

  2. Day 2overnight: Vienna

    Vienna

    Enjoy time at leisure to explore the sights of Vienna with your hop-on, hop-off tour. Stretch your legs with a wander around some of the city's highlights such as the Anchor Clock, the prestigious Opera House and the Hofburg, Vienna's Imperial Palace. B

    Meals: B

  3. Day 3railovernight: Vienna

    Vienna

    Continue exploring Vienna at your own pace and be sure to ask your Rail Expert for suggestions to fill your day! This evening, experience an unforgettable evening of Austrian culture at Schönbrunn Palace with an after-hours audio tour, a gourmet three-course dinner, and a captivating concert by the Schönbrunn Palace Ensemble featuring Mozart and Strauss. B

    Meals: B

  4. Day 4railovernight: Salzburg

    Vienna to Salzburg

    After breakfast this morning, take the scenic train ride from Vienna to Salzburg. Be sure to have your camera ready as you pass through some of the most beautiful parts of Austria and the famous Arlberg Pass. Arrive in Salzburg and settle in for a three-night stay in the quaint town. B

    Meals: B

  5. Day 5overnight: Salzburg

    Salzburg

    Spend the day discovering the beauty and charm of Salzburg at your own leisure. Explore the city’s baroque architecture, stroll through the quaint streets of Old Town, or take the funicular up to Hohensalzburg Fortress for stunning views over the city. For a touch of old-world elegance, consider a horse and carriage ride through the historic center. B

    Meals: B

  6. Day 6overnight: Salzburg

    Salzburg & Hallstatt

    After breakfast, you’re headed on a guided tour of the picturesque, world-famous town of Hallstatt. Known for its rich history and charming buildings, Hallstatt is sure to captivate you with its fairy-tale atmosphere. Afterwards, there’s still plenty of time to see Salzburg before your journey to Munich tomorrow! Try the restaurants on the right side of the river around Linzergasse for a real taste of Salzburg. For an adventure into Austrian beer, you must head for the atmospheric Mullner Brewery - officially known as the Augustiner Braustubel. B

    Meals: B

  7. Day 7railovernight: Munich

    Salzburg to Munich

    Board a high-speed train to the Bavarian capital and check in to your hotel for a three-night stay. Head out to get your bearings in the city, perhaps enjoying some traditional Bavarian cuisine at a traditional beer hall. B

    Meals: B

  8. Day 8overnight: Munich

    Munich

    Spend a full day in Munich, exploring the many famous sights and attractions on a guided walking tour of the Alpine city. Explore the Marienplatz at the heart of the city and take in the city views from the top of the Town Hall. Uncover the legend behind the Teufelstritt (Devil's Footstep) or you might also like to take a tour of the renowned Deutsches Museum. Of course, no visit to Munich is complete without a visit to a beer hall! The Hofbräuhaus am Platzl is undoubtedly the most famous of these, where you can sample some Weisswürste (white sausage) or Schweinshaxe (pork knuckle) with your Mass (litre glass) of beer. B

    Meals: B

  9. Day 9overnight: Munich

    Munich & Neuschwanstein Castle

    After breakfast, embark on a guided tour through the Bavarian countryside to one of the most famous castles in Europe, Neuschwanstein Castle, the extravagant inspiration for Disney’s Sleeping Beauty. See breath-taking scenery from the turrets and the cylindrical towers, high above the surrounding mountains and forests. Return to Munich this afternoon and enjoy your final night in Germany. B

    Meals: B

  10. Day 10rail

    Your Journey Ends in Munich

    Check out of your hotel after breakfast this morning and continue with your travels. If you’d like to extend your journey to another city, just ask your Rail Expert and we can help you make all the arrangements. B

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 3An after-hours audio tour of Schönbrunn Palace comes with a three-course dinner and a concert of Mozart and Strauss by the Schönbrunn Palace Ensemble.
  • Day 4The train from Vienna to Salzburg passes through the Arlberg Pass in the Austrian Alps.
  • Day 6A guided tour visits the town of Hallstatt.
  • Day 8A guided walking tour of Munich takes in Marienplatz and views from the top of the Town Hall.
  • Day 9A guided tour through the Bavarian countryside reaches Neuschwanstein Castle, with views from its turrets over the surrounding mountains and forests.

Included

  • Rail travel in first class throughout 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Vienna 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Salzburg 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Munich Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour in Vienna Tour of Schӧnbrunn Palace, including a three-course dinner and concert Half-day tour to Hallstatt from Salzburg Walking tour in Munich Day trip to Neuschwanstein Castle from Munich

Questions travellers ask

Is the train travel included?
Yes, first-class rail travel is included throughout, including a scenic train from Vienna to Salzburg through the Arlberg Pass and a high-speed train from Salzburg to Munich.
Is this trip escorted or independent?
It's independent travel with Rail Expert support, plus guided tours at each stop: hop-on-hop-off in Vienna, Schönbrunn Palace, Hallstatt, a Munich walking tour, and Neuschwanstein Castle.
What hotels are used?
The evidence lists hotel options in each of the three cities, including the InterContinental Hotel Vienna and the Sofitel Munich Bayerpost, though the full list isn't clearly broken out by property.
Which cities does the trip visit?
Vienna, Salzburg and Munich, with three nights in each city over 10 days.
What sightseeing is included?
A Vienna hop-on-hop-off tour, an after-hours Schönbrunn Palace tour with dinner and a concert, a half-day guided tour to Hallstatt from Salzburg, a Munich walking tour, and a day trip to Neuschwanstein Castle.
How much walking is involved?
City walking tours in Vienna, Salzburg and Munich, plus a funicular ride to Hohensalzburg Fortress; no hikes or high-altitude activity are described.

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