Top Austria Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

See the city of Salzburg from a whole new angle on this 40-minute Salzach River cruise. Choose the departure time to suit your schedule and cruise in comfort on the gentle Salzach River enjoying panoramic views over the city’s medieval riverbanks and admire the soaring peaks of the Hagenbirge and Tennengebirge in the mighty Tennen Mountains, while listening to informative live commentary.

Soak up 360° views of Vienna’s top attractions—and see the best of the city—with a 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off ticket for a double-decker Big Bus. Pass Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Belvedere, and disembark whenever an attraction captures your attention. Enjoy flexible sightseeing on two different routes, plus audio commentary on board and free Wi-Fi.

Vienna is tantalizingly close to the sublime landscapes of Salzburg and Hallstatt, but arranging your own travel logistics can eat into precious vacation time. This day trip covers several mountains and lakes beyond the city limits, letting you sit back and soak up the scenery as someone else transports you through the Austrian Alps. Enjoy extended free time in Hallstatt to explore its narrow streets and lake views.

If you want to visit Hallstatt without the hassle of public transportation, opt for this half-day trip from Salzburg instead. Simply relax on the journey through the alpine Salzkammergut region, then enjoy free time in Hallstatt. How you spend it is up to you; stroll past Lake Hallstatt, visit the Bone House (entry extra), or snap photos from viewing platforms. Just note: The Skywalk is closed until summer 2026.

On this small-group guided tour, save hours of research time and visit top sights in and around Hallstatt. Departing from Salzburg in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, you can explore a filming site from “The Sound of Music” and visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hallstatt, including highlights such as the Hallstatt Salt Mine.

Save time with skip-the-line entry to Schönbrunn Palace and enjoy a guided tour of 22 imperial rooms and gardens with a licensed guide. This tour offers prebooked timed tickets for quick access and commentary in one language that covers the Habsburg history and legends of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Delve into the architectural treasure trove of Schönbrunn Palace on a private 3-hour tour from Vienna.  Alongside your guide, you’ll explore extravagantly decorated chambers while learning of the palace’s history. Marvel at the Porcelain Room — a golden tableau modeled on porcelain china — and absorb the splendor of the Millions Room, adorned with priceless Rococo frames and wall hangings. See, too, the Franz-Joseph and Elisabeth Apartments and the beautiful Schönbrunn Gardens. On this private tour, you’ll receive undivided attention from your guide.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Vienna city center has so much to offer travelers that it can be hard to know where to start. Skip the research hassles on this sightseeing tour that hits the exterior of all the key highlights. Alongside top attractions like St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Hofburg Palace, the Spanish Riding School, and the Vienna State Opera, see Napoleon’s less-visited—but extraordinary—mosaic copy of Da Vinci’s “Last Supper”.

Vienna is a large city and its monuments are spread out. So, save your legs and explore the vibrant city on a hop-on hop-off bus tour instead. Choose from a 24-, 48-, or 72-hour ticket when you book, and see attractions such as the Vienna State Opera, Danube Tower, and Schönbrunn Palace from the open-air, double-decker bus, hopping off to explore whenever you like.

Explore the highlights of the Vienna Woods without the hassle of coordinating transportation, admissions, and multiple stops on your own. This guided excursion combines the scenic surroundings of Liechtenstein Castle with a visit to the Seegrotte Hinterbrühl, home to one of Europe’s most remarkable underground lakes. Complete the experience with a boat ride and a curated wine tasting, enjoying local insight and seamless logistics.

Austria is thick with charming and historic sights, but getting around by public transport can be time-consuming. With this day trip, save hours with a private driver and visit three top attractions in a single day. Set off from Vienna and head to Melk to visit its abbey and old town. Then continue on the picturesque lakeside village of Hallstatt. before capping off your day with a stop in Salzburg.

Even if you’re only spending a short stint in Vienna, Austria’s Alpine landscapes are a must-see. This day trip showcases the splendor of Salzburg and Halstatt, while saving you the hassle of driving winding mountain roads or lining up trains. At each stop, you’ll have the chance to stretch your legs on a walking tour that reveals the finer details.

If you are a Sound of Music fan, this is the self guided audio tour for you! I’ll show you around Salzburg, the magical and musical birthplace of Mozart, and while you won't be climbing every mountain, you will see a few of my favourite things from the film. There are plenty of highlights along the way, and some of them you can only get to on foot. I’m sure you’ll enjoy: • Splashing your hand in Maria's fountain • Singing Do Re Mi in the Mirabell Gardens • Running across the bridge like the Von Trapp children • Throwing tomatoes in the market square • Learning about the real Von Trapp family and the real "Uncle Max” • Hearing secrets from the production of the Sound of Music • Seeing the church where Mozart was baptised We’ll see most of Salzburg's less musical landmarks too, and you should have your bearings by the end of the tour.

Have just a short time to explore Vienna? See the best of this grand, classical city in just a few hours on this time-saving, small-group walking tour. With an intimate group of just 15 people or fewer, you can look forward to discovering highlights such as St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Hofburg Palace, the Austrian Parliament Building, and much more. As you go, learn about the history, culture, and famous residents of Vienna from your guide.

Visit the pretty lake town of Hallstatt with minimum fuss on a private full-day tour from Salzburg. Enjoy a flexible trip tailored to your interests and the sights you want to see. Discover impressive photo stops, learn about everyday life in the town and the wider Salzkammergut region, and relax over lunch with traditional Austrian fare (own expense). The tour is available in English and German to suit your language preference.

See the Austrian village of Hallstatt and "Sound of Music" filming sites in one day with this Salzburg combo day trip. Ideal for time-pressed travelers without a car, the excursion covers round-trip transportation, free time in Hallstatt, and a “Sound of Music” tour with photo stops outside Schloss Leopoldskron and the original “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” gazebo. Note: The popular Hallstatt Skywalk viewing platform is closed until September 2026.

Leave the busy streets of Vienna behind and immerse yourself in the Weinviertel wine region on a small-group tour. Relax in comfortable and convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel as you take in the countryside scenery. Meet the owners of three local wineries and enjoy a total of up to 12 glasses of regional wine. After a traditional Austrian lunch or dinner (depedning on the time you've booked), unwind during the return journey to your accommodation.

Austria’s Salzkammergut region is home to small lakeside towns worth exploring, but the drive from Vienna is not a short one. Book this Hallstatt and Alps Day Trip from Vienna with round-trip transport and ride worry-free to the area. This guided tour visits Seeschloss Ort castle out on Traunsee lake, Hallstatt, and its popular Hallstatt Skywalk. Hotel pickup from central Vienna is available for added convenience.

Bask in the scenery of Austria’s Salzkammergut (Lake District) and lakeside Hallstatt on this full-day private minivan tour from Salzburg. Drive by Lake Fuschlsee and take in St. Gilgen, Lake Wolfgangsee, and the spa town of Bad Ischl. Then, stroll, eat, and sightsee in Hallstatt, dubbed the ‘Pearl of the Salzkammergut,' before a photo stop at the Dachstein Glacier at Gosausee. Upgrade from a driver-guide to a chauffeur and separate guide.

See what the city of Vienna looks like after dark with this evening sightseeing bus tour. Sit back and relax as the bus takes you on a tour of Vienna’s top sights and a guide tells you about each attraction. Make the most of your time in Vienna by not waiting for daylight the next day to squeeze in some sightseeing and familiarize yourself with the city. Buses are wheelchair accessible.

It will be a Small Group Minivan Tour, maximum 8 participants on a tour. Each guest is taken care of personally; tour flexibility upon request (If all participants show the same interest).

Discover Vienna's hidden Nazi history on a 2.5-hour guided walking tour led by a certified expert. Explore the sites connected to Hitler's early years, uncover the city's role during the Third Reich, and visit lesser-known locations that reveal a side of Vienna most visitors never see. Learn about the persecution of more than 65,000 Austrian Jews, the roots of antisemitism, and Austria's ongoing efforts to confront its past through remembrance and education.

Follow the footsteps of Mozart and explore the heart of Salzburg on a guided walking tour through its historic old town. As you walk with a guide, visit iconic landmarks such as Mozart’s Birthplace, the Mozart Residence, Salzburg Cathedral, and Mirabell Gardens, which featured in "Sound of Music." Stories and legends about Salzburg’s history, culture, and musical heritage complete the tour.