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Salzburg and Lakes Day Trip from Vienna with Photo Stop in Melk

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13 hours (approx.)
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French, German, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Dutch, Swedish, Mandarin, Hindi, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Turkish, Polish, Romanian, Croatian, Hungarian, Czech
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Overview

This bus tour takes you from Vienna to Salzburg, where you will visit the most popular sights of the city and some of the original filming locations of the film "The Sound of Music". On the tour there will be a picture stop at Melk Abbey, at Salzkammergut and a guided walking tour through the old town of Salzburg, passing Mozart's Birthplace, Mirabell Palace, Salzburg Cathedral and the Festival Hall.

Audio guide experience available directly on customers own smartphone by scanning a QR code: You can choose from 20 guide languages: English, German, Italian, French, Chinese, Croatian, Czech, Dutch, Greek, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Hungarian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, and Turkish.
Listen to engaging content about Austria and the city of Salzburg in your own language. Pause and continue whenever you like!

What's Included

  • Scenic coach tour through the Salzkammergut
  • Photo stops at Melk Abbey and Lake Mondsee
  • Professional English- and Spanish-speaking guide
  • Food, drinks and gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up & Hotel drop-off
  • Admission to Melk Abbey or Hohensalzburg Fortress
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Meeting Location

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Opernring 2
1010 Wien, Austria

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What To Expect

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Vienna

Your tour will begin with pickup from your central Vienna hotel (selected hotels only) or the State Opera. Meet your expert guide and hop aboard your coach to begin your day trip to Salzburg.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Melk Abbey

Photo stop. Enjoy an exclusive photo stop at the impressive Melk Abbey (30 minutes) – one of Europe’s most beautiful Baroque monasteries, offering spectacular views over the Danube. You will also enjoy a short photo stop at the magnificent Lake Mondsee before arriving to Salzburg (15 minutes).
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mondsee

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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Getreidegasse (pass by)

When reaching Salzburg explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town on a walking tour. See the famous street in Salzburg. Here you can also find Wolfang Amadeus Mozart's Birthplace.
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Schloss Mirabell & Mirabellgarten (pass by)

Admire the gardens as you continue through Mirabell Palace, where several scenes from The Sound of Music were filmed. Afterward, you'll enjoy some free time for lunch and shopping (own expense). During the scheduled free time (2 hours) in Salzburg you will have time to enjoy lunch at the local restaurants.
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Fortress Hohensalzburg (pass by)

Your Salzburg day trip will conclude with a scenic drive back to Vienna, passing through the Fortress Hohensalzburg.
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Salzkammergut (pass by)

During the bus ride you will get a first impression of the beauty of the Salzkammergut with its clear lakes and majestic mountains.
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Salzburger Altstadt (pass by)

Explore the Old Town on a walking tour with your guide.
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Vienna

End of the tour Expected 20:30 Opernring 2, 1010 Vienna
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Salzburg and Lakes Day Trip from Vienna with Photo Stop in Melk?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-3585SALZBURG

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Average 3.87 out of 5 stars based on 649 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Scenic coach tour through the Salzkammergut
  • Photo stops at Melk Abbey and Lake Mondsee
  • Professional English- and Spanish-speaking guide
  • Guided walking tour of Salzburg Old Town
  • Audio guide experience in 20 languages
  • Food, drinks and gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up & Hotel drop-off
  • Admission to Melk Abbey or Hohensalzburg Fortress
  • Live Guide in any other language than English or Spanish

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

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