From Vienna: Hallstatt, Salzburg, Melk, Alps & Lakes Day Trip
Overview
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13 hours
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Our full day trip from Vienna shows you the must-see places in Austria in a comfortable and flexible manner.
Your adventure begins with a scenic drive to Austrian Alps, where you will find out the facts of the highlight of the Wachau Valley, the magnificent Benedictine Abbey of Melk.
As you continue your journey, you will experience the natural splendour of the Salzkammergut Lake District, a paradise of serene waters and stunning alpine scenery.
The next highlight of the trip is the unique village of Hallstatt, located right on the shores of an Alpine lake with an amazing view of the huge mountains rising steeply from a narrow valley.
The next highlight is the City of the Sound of Music - Salzburg, where you will have free time to stroll through the Old Town, Mirabel garden, Mozart's Birthplace and enjoy the world capital of classical music.
If you find yourself enchanted by this magnificent city, you can stay there longer and return to Vienna at your own expenses by train.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that you will cover approx. 660 km. by motorway on this day. It is approx. 8,5 hours drive with multiple stops. You will spend minimum 1 hour in Hallstatt and max. 2 hours in Salzburg. In case of traffic jams, the time can be shortened.
This tour is created for inquisitive travellers who want to visit the most important cities in a short time. If you want to get to know these cities in more details, we strongly advise you to go to each of these cities separately.
To save your free time in the cities, we also recommend you to bring light snacks and water. You can eat on the bus as long as you don't disturb other tourists.
Tour is not recommended for infants and very slow-moving disabled persons.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Lower Austria
First, learn facts and figures about Austria, its people and their customs by starting the tour while driving on the highway.
Melk
Melk Abbey - A Baroque Jewel- is the symbol of the Wachau Valley. Enjoy the view of its steep, terraced vineyards overlooking the Danube.
What‘s Included
Option with pickup from centrally located Vienna hotels (postcodes 1010-1090). Select when booking.
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Guided tour throughout the trip
Option with departure from central meeting poit: Tourist Info, Albertinaplatz. Select when booking.
Visit to Salzburg and Hallstatt
Stop in Melk, Wachau valley
Food and drinks
Wi-Fi in the van/coach
No pick up from apartments and hostels, even if the option with hotel pick up is booked.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
With hotel pick up in center
With pick up: Pick-up service from centrally located hotels only (postcodes from 1010 till 1090). No Pick-up from apartments and hostels.
From central meeting point
Without hotel pick up: Tour departs from “Tourist Info” at Albertina Platz, A-1010 Vienna. Beside the State Opera House.
Reviews
147 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent
Roving58246932841,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Olgar our tour guide was excellent, very informative and looked after us well Spectacular views and history was great , would recommend to anyone thinking of going , well worth the money.
An Unforgettable Snowy Day in Melk, Salzburg and Hallstatt
Sherpa330907,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The tour to Melk, Salzburg, and Hallstatt on January 2, 2026 hosted by 7Travel was truly amazing. Our guide, Ms. Lily, was very knowledgeable, informative, and articulate—she was absolutely fantastic. Even though the trip lasted more than 12 hours, I never felt bored. She even played classical music Austria is famous for while explaining the history of great composers like Mozart, which made the journey even more immersive. The only downside for me was the walking tour in Salzburg. We didn’t have enough time to stop and take photos while the local guide was explaining the history. Salzburg is quite large, and the walk back to the bus area was far, so there wasn’t enough time to properly explore the city. With winter, snowfall, and shorter daylight hours, time felt very limited since we had to proceed to Hallstatt right after. That said, this just gave me more reason to come back to Salzburg in spring or summer, when the days are longer and the city can be explored more thoroughly.
AUSTRIA IN A NUTSHELL DECEMBER 2025
Roam601169,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00About the tour overall: 1. Sophie, the guide was exceptional and she made sure that we listen to classics of Mozart, Beethoven all the way. She is from Kiev studying in Austria and possess excellent knowledge about not only historical significances but also about music. She deserves support and appreciation. 2. Tour starts from the Tourist Info and finish at same place so it’s convenient. Although the official time for reporting was at 07.50 and tour was to start at 08.00, our tour started at 07.40 AM since everyone arrived much early. So please keep that in mind to reach sooner if you can. 3. Melk is practically a loo stop so please treat it as it is. 4. Many other tourists felt that Salzburg was a rush but we liked it. 5. The highlight is Hallstatt as we had plenty of time to roam around the main promenade twice. Suggestions: 1. Carry some light snacks for en route as there’s no stop for even coffee or breakfast or Salzburg till you reach there around 11.30 AM. Thus, considering that one have to reach the spot by 07.30 or so for reporting many may not be able to have anything during morning. 2. We did not follow the group for the tour once we reach Salzburg as the time there is limited and it’s a walkable city so we crossed the river by one bridge and returned by another and yet reached the bus on time. 3. In this trip, do not expect to sit at peace and have a meal anywhere. So plan accordingly. 4. Carry sufficient Euros in small bills. In Salzburg’s small markets, Hallstatt’s small shops etc. insisted on cash alone. Overall it’s a good trip for the time and distance covered.
Nice experience
NEOFYTOS A,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Departure delay of almost 2 hours. Very good driver. Very nice places. Very nice experience..........
Fast paced and pact...
Saghar N,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fast paced and pact experience, but worth doing. Very organized. Our guide, Sophia, was very knowledgeable, polite and friendly. Highly recommend.
Fantastic Tour
Gary A,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a fantastic day on this tour. However it would be better with more time in Salzburg. The Melk Abbey could be missed out to allow for more time. Lilly our Guide for the day made it enjoyable with her information, stories and musical additions.
Good overview, but rushed and crowded
David A,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Not a lot of time in each place. The three stops were lovely but at the first (an Abbey) literally no time to see anything. Salzburg was about right but everything was rushed. No time for relaxing. Hallstadt seemed a bit too long bug still lovely. Expect massive crowds and long waits to eat. No toilets on the bus.
Lydia and Dali provided...
Vishwanathan P,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Lydia and Dali provided us with a great experience. Lydia's commentary during the tour made the trip very interesting. You would be very lucky if you get this team for your trip. The meeting point was at a clearly defined place. Started and ended on schedule.
A very Bad experience
Flora G,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00It‘s too Long far for a Daily Trip, and you will stay more then 7 Hours only on the Bus ! Then we started at 7 (with a pick up from hotel) and then we went in a very cold day to an other Meeting Point where we stayed out ok cold weather (snowing too) for waiting the finally Bus . We missed the visit to the second City because of bad weather and an accident on the way and when finally came in Salszburg at 15:00 haf only 1,5hour in all for eating(we had any breakfast and any lunch, visit the City ….that means nothing ! We didn’t reach any christmas markt and any old City ! A nightmare! We turn then back in a 3,5hours still in Bus to Wien finally! Not to do it !and the Guide continues to stress us with speaking all the time and asked us only to come back soon to the Bus stop ! Or they leaved without us…a nightmare
Enchanted
A5305MYcamilas,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very organized and meeting certain schedule. Friendly guide. The walk is fantastic. If you have little time, it's worth it. But if you have more time, I do it by car, because it's all very busy for such wonderful places!!!
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