Full-Day Minivan Tour From Salzburg to Hallstatt with 5 Fingers,Lakes&Mountains

Overview

Three spectacular highlights in one sightseeing tour: 5 of the most spectacular viewing platforms in Austria, “5 Fingers”, only 20 to 30 minutes easy to moderate hiking one way from the top of the cable car station are necessary for an unforgettable experience. (In winter you need to have sturdy snow boots. With lots of snow special equipment can be rented at the cable car station.)! The picturesque Lakes and Mountains district “Salzkammergut” and the extraordinary village “Hallstatt” at Lake Hallstättersee. The UNESCO Cultural Heritage Committee wrote: “… nature of extraordinary beauty added to scientific import …” Some guests say it is the most extraordinary lake village in the world. It is a Small Group Minivan Tour (up to 8 pax/van). Each guest will be taken care personally!

Itinerary

1. Fuschl am See

   Heading east from Salzburg City the first lake we pass is the emerald lake Fuschlsee!

   · Non-stop passage

2. A short stop high over St.Gilgen (a site from "The Sound of Music" movie). On the way to 5 Fingers and Hallstatt we go through the famous Lakes and Mountains district “Salzkammergut” passing by also hotel Schloss Fushl and the headquarters of Red Bull. Photo stop high over Lake Wolfgang and the Mozart village St. Gilgen .

   · 5 min

3. Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut

   On our way from St.Gilgen to Hallstatt we continue our drive along lake Wolfgang, we take a picturesque view on the beautiful village of St.Wolfgang at Salzkammergut. On request we can make a short photo stop!

   · 5 min

4. Bad Ischl

   Bad Ischl was the summer residence of the Austro-Hungarian Emperor Franz Joseph I and Empress Elisabeth (Sisi). In Kaiservilla the declaration of the war against the Kingdom of Serbia was signed. It was the beginning of WW I. You will get explained about the history while passing the town.

   · Non-stop passage

5. 5 Fingers

   Three spectacular highlights in one sightseeing tour: On this tour you get the chance to go up not only to one but 5 of the most spectacular viewing platforms in Austria. only 20 to 30 minutes easy hiking one way from the top of the cable car station (2100 meters above sea level) are necessary for an unforgettable experience. (In winter you need to have sturdy snow boots. With lots of snow special equipment can be rented at the cable car station. During summer months usually no snow on the hiking trail).

   · 3 h· Admission not included

6. Hallstatt

   The picturesque Austrian Lakes & Mountains district and at the heart of “Salzkammergut” the extraordinary village “Hallstatt” at Lake Hallstättersee. The UNESCO Cultural Heritage Committee wrote: “… nature of extraordinary beauty added to scientific import …” Some guests say it is the most extraordinary lake village in the world.

   · 2 h

7. Gosau

   On our way back to Salzburg we pass through several famous Ski resorts like Gosau,Russbach and Abtenau.

   · Non-stop passage

8. Russbach am Pass Gschutt

   We drive through one of the charming family Ski resort Dachstein west., during the ski season can be seen many downhill skiers!

   · Non-stop passage

9. Abtenau

   Abtenau, beautiful Austrian Alpine town, pass by without stopping.

   · Non-stop passage

10. Golling an der Salzach

    Golling, A beautiful and lively Austrian Medieval town with a Fortress and impressive unique architectural houses!

    · Non-stop passage

11. Hallein

    We passing by one of the worlds oldest salt mines accessible for visitors at Hallein / Dürrnberg mountain. The “white gold” mined there provided almost limitless riches for the prince archbishops manifested until present days in Salzburg’s baroque magnificence.

    · Non-stop passage

12. Salzbourg

    Sit back and enjoy the ride back to Salzburg along the Austrian Alps. The tour will end near Mirabell gardens or near Mozart's residence at Makart Square!

    · 5 min

Pickup

Pickup included.

VERY IMPORTANT: The client must be ready for pick-up 15 mins.(08:30am) prior/before to tour start as he/she can be already the 1st one to be picked up. Maximum waiting time 5 mins, beyond that regretfully is not possible. Note: On request other pick-up places, i.e. Salzburg main train station/Schallmoos EXIT, Edelweiss office Theatergasse 1, Salzburg 5020. will be possible.

How to use your ticket

What to know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• At 5 Fingers with snow stroller not accessible.
• Not recommendable for travellers with walking difficulties!

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

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Product code: 362042P1

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