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Vienna - Group tour

Three-day guided Vienna group tour from Zurich with palace visits and cycling

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Railtour Suisse operates this three-day guided group tour to Vienna, departing from Zurich by 2nd class rail and returning the same way. The itinerary balances coach tours, palace visits, and active exploration. On Day 1, a panoramic coach tour introduces the Austrian capital, including the Ring Boulevard, State Opera House, and Hundertwasser House, with traditional Viennese dinner in the evening. Day 2 focuses on imperial heritage: a guided morning tour of the historic centre leads to the Hofburg Palace and its Imperial Apartments and Sissi Museum, followed by Schönbrunn Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Day 3 shifts to active discovery, a guided cycle tour along the Danube banks and promenades, with free time to explore Vienna's historic cafés. The tour suits groups, history enthusiasts, and travellers who prefer structured guidance and want to experience the contrast between Vienna's baroque palaces and its modern neighbourhoods and riverfront culture.

What to know before you look closer

  • The Day 3 itinerary notes return options (night train to Zurich or an overnight hotel stay plus a day train departure) but does not specify which is included in the package price; confirm the departure arrangements with Railtour Suisse before booking.
  • Rail travel from Zurich is based on a half-fare travelcard; you must hold or purchase this card separately to use the rail fare.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Hotel, Vienna

    Panoramic tour

    When you arrive in Vienna, a panoramic coach tour will give you an immediate overview of the Austrian capital. You can admire the sumptuous Ring Boulevard, the State Opera House, the Belvedere Palace and the unusual Hundertwasser House. In the evening, why not try some traditional Viennese cuisine in a typical restaurant?

  2. Day 2overnight: Hotel, Vienna

    Imperial Vienna

    In the morning, your guide will take you on a tour of the historic centre and its emblematic monuments. At the Hofburg Palace, you will visit the flats occupied by Empress Sissi and Emperor Franz Joseph. The day continues at another imperial residence, Schönbrunn Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the evening, the 'Heurigen', taverns in the wine-producing villages on the outskirts of Vienna, welcome you for a convivial meal. Only Vienna wine is served.

  3. Day 3rail

    Vienna by bike

    A guided cycle tour reveals other aspects of Vienna, including the banks of the Danube with their cycle paths, bars, restaurants and even beaches. Your group will also enjoy some free time for individual discoveries, such as the historic cafés with their characteristic atmosphere. Return in the evening by night train or overnight in a hotel in Vienna and return the next day by day train.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Panoramic coach tour reveals the Ring Boulevard, State Opera House, Belvedere Palace, and Hundertwasser House.
  • Day 2Guided visit to the Hofburg Palace includes the Imperial Apartments and Sissi Museum, followed by Schönbrunn Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Day 3Guided cycle tour traces the Danube banks and promenades, passing the Prater, Hundertwasserhaus, and the Giant Ferris Wheel.

Included

  • 2nd class train journey from/to Zurich based on half-fare travelcard
  • 2 nights in a double room with breakfast in a 3* hotel

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. Railtour Suisse includes 2nd class rail travel from and to Zurich, based on a half-fare travelcard. The travelcard itself must be obtained separately.
Is this tour guided or independent?
It is fully guided. Railtour Suisse provides guided coach and walking tours throughout the three days.
What accommodation is included?
Two nights in a double room with breakfast in a 3-star hotel in Vienna.
How much walking is involved?
The tour includes a panoramic coach tour (approximately 3 hours), guided palace visits with stairs, and a guided cycle tour along the Danube (approximately 3 hours). Moderate fitness is recommended.
What is the price and when does it run?
The tour is priced from 510 CHF (approximately 635 USD) per person. The pack does not list specific departure dates; contact Railtour Suisse directly for availability.

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