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Austrian Lakes

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July 19, 2025

Austrian Lakes

Stunning scenery awaits around every corner of this picturesque and breathtaking tour. The region is awash with alpine resorts set against spectacular mountain scenery and crystal clear lakes.

Saturday 19th – Sunday 27th July 2025

Tour Price £1279.00
Single supplement: £138.00

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Tour includes:

o Eight nights dinner, bed & breakfast

o Choice buffet dinner menu

o Buffet Breakfast

o All coach travel

o All ferry crossings o Return train journey from Hipping to Attersee

o Lake Attersee boat cruise

o Excursions to Salzburg, Mondsee, Bad Ischl, Traunsee and Hallstatt

o Escorted throughout

DAY 1 After an early start we catch the ferry from Dover then go on to our overnight hotel.

DAY 2 Today we continue into Austria, before arriving at our hotel in the town of Hipping.

DAY 3 After a leisurely breakfast, we make our way to the station in the village and join the little train down to the lake of Attersee, with time for a cruise on the north part of the lake before returning by train to the village. This afternoon there is free time for you to explore the village or just relax around the hotel.

DAY 4 Today we have a full day tour of the Lake District of Austria, taking a spectacular drive through the mountains and lakes. We visit the lake of Mondsee and the beautiful village where the church which was used for the wedding scene of Maria and Von Trapp in the Sound of Music film is situated. We continue to the Wolfgangsee, passing the picturesque lakeside town of St Gilgen, the birthplace of Mozart’s mother and continue to the town of St Wolfgang said to be the prettiest of all villages in the area and also home to the famous White Horse Inn.

DAY 5 We head to Salzburg today, said to be one of Europe’s most beautiful and historic cities. You may wish to visit Mozart’s birthplace, the Mirabel Palace, the mighty Hohensalzburg Fortress (reached by funicular railway) or the Catacombs. For the less energetic you can enjoy a pony and trap ride, or just relax in a cafe on the historic “Getreidegasse”.

DAY 6 This morning we head to the spa town of Bad Ischl, home of emperors and composers. You may choose to visit the lovely Kaiser Villa where Emperor Franz Joseph spent most of his summers. In the afternoon we head to Hallstatt, a UNESCO World Heritage site built on the side of Lake Hallstattersee, said to be one of the most beautiful villages in Austria.

DAY 7 Today we make our way to the lake of Traunsee, stopping at the spa resort of Gmunden, a small town which sits at the edge of Lake Traunsee and is used as a summer health retreat for Austrians. We then head back for free time in our resort this afternoon.

DAY 8 We depart Austria today and travel to our final overnight hotel in Germany.

DAY 9 We travel back to Calais for the ferry crossing to Dover, then continue home.

Hotel Lohninger-Schober

Indoor/outdoor swimming pools | Steam room | Walk in showers on request | Wi-Fi

Testimonials & Reviews

Thank you for all the lovely trips we have had with you. We hope there will be many more.

Gina & Peter

December 2024

We have had some amazing trips with Heathside this year for which we thank you. Looking forward to the same again in 2025!

Geoff & Teresa

December 2024

Mike was super-professional, and friendly – an excellent ambassador for Heathside. We will hope to book with you again as the comfortable coach and skilled driver contributed greatly to the overall success of the tour.

Pam – Private Hire Customer

October 2024

Our second trip with you has been “wow”- your driver Paul was “excellent” a most capable driver and Terry he made the tour from start to finish fun and full of information.

Barbara & Norman

September 2024

Thank you to everyone at Heathside for a truly wonderful trip to Wakehurst last Thursday. It was so enjoyable. I hope it will be repeated. Thank you very much.

Eunice – Ringwood

July 2024

The guide and driver were both excellent in a way that made you think they had worked together for years. They kept us all entertained, and ably coped with anything thrown at them. The hotel was pleasant. All the trips we did were great fun. We hope to travel with you again soon.

Heart of Wales Traveller

July 2024

Team were excellent. 10/10 service. Russ and Caroline were both very helpful ensuring we were looked after throughout. Hotel and food was lovely and the day trips were very enjoyable. 100% will be doing another trip.

Dutch Bulbfields Traveller

April 2024

My Friend and I have just returned from an amazing trip to the Dutch bulb fields, which was just so enjoyable, made even more so by your lovely driver Russ, and Caroline, who really do make your day with their banter, and their professionalism. I am very much looking forward to another trip next year hopefully. By the way, lovely new coach, so comfy and nice to have some leg room for a change! All in all thankyou for an amazing holiday

Barbara – Verwood

April 2024

Heathside travel provided excellent service to take a large group on a day trip to Bombay Sapphire, which was well organised through the company. Coach was very comfortable and had a pleasant journey. Staff were friendly and informative both on the day and in the booking process. Would definitely consider Heathside Travel for other day trips and services.

Dan

November 2023

Thank you for a splendid day trip to London. The driver was so welcoming and friendly. His driving was excellent. This all contributed to my pleasurable day. Thanks again.

Dorothy – Ferndown

August 2023

Just a note to say how much we enjoyed our trip to Durham – thank you for a good few days. The hotel was ideally placed and comfortable, and we enjoyed the food. Lastly we cannot fault David and Caroline. They both worked hard to make our trip such a pleasure.

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July 2023