A private journey from Vienna to Innsbruck. Discover grand Habsburg palaces, step into beloved Sound of Music filming scenes, wander the fairytale lakeside village of Hallstatt, and soak in Tyrolean mountain scenery.
Follow the music into Austria’s mountain landscapes on a private journey from Vienna to Munich. Along the way, discover grand palaces, linger over coffee in historic cafés, and explore lakeside villages where the scenery invites you to pause.
If time permits, treat yourself to an unforgettable retreat at Rogner Bad Blumau, Austria’s most popular thermal spa. Located in picturesque Styria, just two hours from Vienna, the resort offers a globally unique setting where striking design lives in total harmony with nature. Don’t miss soaking in the legendary Vulkania spring—the region’s richest, most revitalizing mineral waters. Designed by visionary artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser, Rogner Bad Blumau redefines relaxation with its undulating green roofs, vibrant mosaic columns, and total absence of straight lines.
Your journey begins with three nights in Vienna, giving you time to enjoy its imperial heritage, art and café culture. Continue to Salzburg, where elegant streets and familiar filming locations bring The Sound of Music to life. Just south of the city, we can organise a picnic in the iconic alpine meadow of Werfen where Maria taught the children 'Do-Re-Mi'.
Spend a night in Hallstatt and capture the nighttime view of the famous postcard viewpoint (Aussichtspunkt Hallstatt) on Gosaumühlstraße. Then travel through Innsbruck, where colourful buildings sit beneath an Alpine backdrop. Of course, a stopover at Swarovski Crystal Worlds in Wattens is included. Your trip concludes in Innsbruck, where a private transfer will be organised for you to Munich Airport.
With private transfers, guided experiences and thoughtfully selected hotels, this journey brings together culture, scenery and the pleasure of discovering each place at your own pace.
Vienna → Salzburg → Hallstatt → Innsbruck
Your tour begins in Vienna and ends in Innsbruck (with transport organised for you to fly out from Munich)
Driving times are approximate and may vary depending on traffic and weather conditions.
🏰 Imperial Vienna: Tour Schönbrunn Palace, roam the historic centre, and soak in classic café culture.
🎻 Musical Salzburg: Spend three nights discovering Mozart’s hometown and vibrant cultural landmarks.
🎶 The Sound of Music: Walk iconic film locations and explore the new multimedia museum.
🏞️ Fairytale Hallstatt: Wake to serene lake views and enjoy the village after day-trippers depart.
🏔️ Alpine Innsbruck: Marvel at the Golden Roof, wander pastel Old Town lanes, and admire riverfront mountain peaks.
Final pricing depends on your travel dates, hotel availability, room selection and confirmed arrangements.
Your private transfer will meet you at Vienna Airport and take you to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, ease into the journey with a gentle walk around the State Opera and historic centre.
Visit a traditional Viennese coffeehouse and enjoy a slice of Sachertorte. We have organised a relaxed welcome dinner for you this evening.
Meals: Dinner
Stay: Hotel Beethoven Wien or similar, Vienna
Discover Vienna’s imperial past with a private guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace.
After lunch, continue through the Ringstrasse, Hofburg district and St Stephen’s Cathedral.
As the afternoon softens, pop over to the Naschmarkt—Vienna’s undisputed culinary runway.
Stretching for over a kilometer between Linke and Rechte Wienzeile, this vibrant open-air bazaar is a feast of colour and aromas. It is an epicurean playground brimming with vibrant spice stalls, artisanal bites, and open-air bars serving local Viennese wines.
Travel note: Naschmarkt is closed on Sundays. Food stands close by 5.00pm on Sat, 7.30pm on weekdays
In the evenings, the imperial capital trades its museum quietude for a rich and atmospheric evening rhythm.
You can consider booking tickets to world-class performances at the Vienna State Opera, or opt for an after-hours culture fix during late-night museum openings at the Albertina or Kunsthistorisches Museum.
As the night deepens, wander the dramatically illuminated courtyards of the Hofburg Palace. During warmer months, life spills outdoors to the vibrant open-air wine taverns perched among the Nussberg vineyards, the lively beach bars along the Danube Canal, and the sprawling courtyards of the MuseumsQuartier.
Insider Tip: No Viennese evening is truly complete without the quintessential midnight hotdog snack. Find a traditional street-corner Würstelstand, officially recognized as part of Austria’s UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2024. Order the quintessential Käsekrainer (smoked pork sausage studded with melty Emmental cheese).
Why It Matters: More than fast food, the sausage stand is celebrated as Vienna’s great social equalizer, where people of all walks of life gather side-by-side late into the night.
Meals: Breakfast
Stay: Hotel Beethoven Wien or similar, Vienna
Visit the Upper Belvedere and explore its art collection, then spend the afternoon enjoying Vienna at a gentler pace.
In your free time, the best way to absorb the sights and sounds of Vienna is to abandon fixed itineraries.
While largely known for grand embassies and the Baroque Belvedere Palace, the 3rd District hides Vienna’s most visually unconventional landmark - the Hundertwasserhaus.
Hundertwasser, Vienna's greenest inner-city residential complex
Photo credit: Austria Tourism, Photographer: Julius Silver
Built by visionary Austrian architect Friedensreich Hundertwasser, Hundertwasser rejects the straight line entirely. The undulating façade is a riot of cobalt blue, sunshine yellow, and brick-red patches, crowned with rooftop gardens where trees sprout directly from living room windows.
There is also the Hundertwasser Village across the street, a converted tire workshop turned shopping center, don't miss its subterranean "Toilet of Modern Art". Entry requires a small coin fee (typically around €0.50–€1.00), which acts as a ticket to see this quirky subterranean installation.
A short walk brings you to the vibrant Kunst Haus Wien, also masterfully designed by Friedensreich Hundertwasser. Featuring uneven mosaic floors and lush living trees, this playful landmark showcases his visionary art and environmental philosophy as a museum.
Insider Tip: You can visit Café Friedlich without buying a ticket to the museum. Set in a lush courtyard, this relaxed café embodies Hundertwasser’s philosophy with curved contours and eclectic furniture. Even the bathrooms are design highlights - so visit just to admire their undulating tilework, irregular colored ceramic mosaics, and wavy mirrors.
Meals: Breakfast
Stay: Hotel Beethoven Wien or similar, Vienna
After breakfast, travel to Salzburg by private transfer. The drive takes approximately 3 to 3½ hours.
On arrival, settle into your hotel before an evening stroll beside the Salzach River.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Stay: IMLAUER Hotel Pitter or similar, Salzburg
Get to know Salzburg on a private walking tour through Mirabell Gardens, Getreidegasse, Mozart’s Birthplace and the cathedral district.
In the afternoon, visit Hohensalzburg Fortress and enjoy views across the city and its surroundings. You can round off the day with an optional Mozart dinner concert, subject to availability and an additional charge.
Meals: Breakfast
Stay: IMLAUER Hotel Pitter or similar, Salzburg
Spend the day discovering landscapes and locations associated with The Sound of Music on a private excursion.
Visit Leopoldskron’s lakeside viewpoint and the iconic gazebo at Hellbrunn Palace. Located right beside the gazebo in Hellbrunn’s historic gate buildings—the Hunting Lodge, Coach House, and Zookeeper’s Lodge is a new Sound of Music museum. Inside this new multimedia museum. you will trace how the Broadway musical and Hollywood masterpiece were crafted, while uncovering the authentic history of the real von Trapp family who inspired it all.
Leaving Salzburg behind, journey south into the alpine beauty of Werfen to visit the legendary Sound of Music meadow on the Gschwandtanger plateau. Here, settle down across the alpine grasses for an Austrian picnic —all while taking in panoramic vistas across the Salzach Valley.
(During winter or poor weather, the outdoor hillside picnic transitions to a fireside meal at a traditional village inn in Werfen, confirmed in advance for your travel dates.)
Meals: Breakfast.
Stay: IMLAUER Hotel Pitter or similar, Salzburg
Journey through Austria’s breathtaking Lake District before reaching the shores of Hallstatt. We will stop to visit the Mondsee church, the romantic setting of Maria and Captain von Trapp’s wedding in the Sound of Music movie.
Enjoy a guided village walk of Hallstatt, take in the lake views, and settle into your lakeside hotel.
As daytime visitors depart, enjoy a quieter evening in the village and dinner overlooking the water.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Stay: Seehotel Grüner Baum, lake view room or similar, Hallstatt
Depart Hallstatt for the journey to Innsbruck, the culinary heart of Tyrol, well-known for its cozy traditional taverns and packed with Habsburg imperial history.
Along the way, we will stop at Swarovski Crystal Worlds to appreciate the brilliance and beauty of Swarovski Crystals. Visit their immersive Chambers of Wonder (including Yayoi Kusama’s dazzling infinity room) and stroll through the expansive outdoor gardens featuring the shimmering Crystal Cloud over the mirror pool.
Afterwards, we continue towards Innsbruck. In the historic town, you will enjoy a private walking tour. Highlights to see include the Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl) and the riverfront, Innsbruck's most photographed postcard vantage point across the Inn River.
Meals: Breakfast
Stay: Hotel Das Innsbruck or similar
Enjoy breakfast before your private transfer to Munich Airport.
Allow approximately 2h 30 minutes for the drive, plus the airport arrival time required by your airline.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation nights, meal totals, picnic inclusions and guide coverage will be detailed in your final quotation.
Hotel rates can rise during the Salzburg Festival, Munich’s Oktoberfest, Christmas, New Year and other major events. Seasonal openings and weather may also affect outdoor activities and castle visits.
Share your preferred dates, group size and interests with SoulTrips, and we’ll tailor the arrangements and prepare a quotation for your journey.
Designed for the culturally curious, this 8-day itinerary balances world-renowned landmarks with slow-paced local traditions, pairing grand palaces and historic abbeys with river landscapes, alpine lakes, and vibrant regional culinary rituals.
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