Step into Austria’s most picturesque region – the Salzkammergut. With crystal-clear lakes, lush alpine meadows, UNESCO-listed cultural treasures, and charming villages like Hallstatt and St. Wolfgang, this walking holiday blends nature, history, and relaxation. Enjoy well-marked trails, boat rides across emerald lakes, and even a funicular ride high above the Alps – all at your own pace.
Cost
Cost Includes
- 3 nights at 3-star hotel in Wolfgangsee/Abersee
- 2 nights at 3-star hotel in Bad Ischl
- 2 nights at 3-star hotel in Bad Goisern
- Daily breakfast
- Luggage transfers (1 bag per person, up to 20kg)
- Boat ride on Wolfgangsee (Day 2)
- Ferry ride Wolfgangsee → Hallstättersee (Day 6)
- Train Hallstatt → Bad Goisern
- Train Bad Goisern → Bad Ischl
- Ticket for Salzbergbahn funicular (Day 6)
- Salzkammergut Adventure Card (discounts on local attractions)
- Detailed maps, route descriptions & GPS app access
- 24-hour international hotline assistance
Cost Excludes
- International flights to/from Salzburg
- Cancellation & travel insurance
- Handling fee (€20)
- Tourist tax (if applicable)
- Bus ticket Strobl → Bad Ischl (~€4, Day 3)
Overview
For eight magical days, you’ll wander through Austria’s Salzkammergut – a land where emperors spent their summers and where nature has painted lakes and mountains into a masterpiece. Each day unveils something new: enchanting lakeside promenades, the imperial charm of Bad Ischl, the world’s oldest salt mine in Hallstatt, and romantic trails once walked by royalty.
You’ll be supported by:
Pre-booked comfortable 3-star hotels
Luggage transfer each day
Route maps and GPS-app access
Tickets for ferries, trains, and cable cars
This means you simply carry a light daypack and enjoy the freedom of walking without the hassle of logistics.
Trip Highlights
- Walk along UNESCO’s Brine Pipeline Trail from Bad Ischl to Hallstatt
- Ride the Salzbergbahn funicular to breathtaking alpine panoramas
- Several boat trips across crystal lakes – Wolfgangsee & Hallstättersee
- Explore the imperial spa town of Bad Ischl, with its famous villa & cafés
- Dog-friendly walking holiday (except in charm-category hotels)
- Visit Hallstatt – one of the world’s most photographed villages