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St Gilgen, Austria

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Saint Gilgen

Nestled by the shimmering Lake Wolfgang, Saint Gilgen is a charming postcard-perfect village buzzing with alpine vibes! Famous for its pastel-hued buildings, cozy cafés, and hiking trails galore, this Austrian gem is a nature lover's playground. Don’t miss the vues from the Zwölferhorn! Whether skiing or strolling, every corner whispers “Let’s explore!” Grab your camera and dive in!

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Hallstatt from Salzburg - 6-hour private Tour

Experience the lake-side village Hallstatt and the Austrian lake country in style on a 6-hour private tour from Salzburg. Nowhere else are the most beautiful features of Austria situated as closely together as they are in the Lake District known by locals as the “Salzkammergut". The combination of mountains, lakes, and one of the most beautiful lakeside villages in the world, makes this region in Austria absolutely unique.

$395.65
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5/5
9 h

Hallstatt and The Eagle's Nest

On this 8-hour private tour from Salzburg you will not only experience the natural beauty of the Lake District including a visit one of the most famous lake villages of the World, the World Heritage Village Hallstatt you will also visit the Eagle's Nest at the Bavarian Alps. Inclusive tickets for bus and elevator to the Eagel's Nest. Unlike regular tours, this private option lets you make stops at places that interest you along the way. Taking that unique private tour you will cover two of the most famous tour region of Salzburg, the 'Salzkammergut' lake district and the Bavarian Alps.

$527.53
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5/5
7 h 30 mins

Hallstatt Highlights Private Full-Day Tour from Salzburg

Discover a private full-day journey designed for travelers who value comfort, flexibility, and authentic moments. Depart from Salzburg in a relaxed setting and enjoy scenic Alpine landscapes as your day unfolds at an unhurried pace. The experience centers on Hallstatt, a UNESCO World Heritage village, where you have generous time to explore the lakeside promenade, historic streets, viewpoints, and optional highlights such as the salt mine, funicular, and Skywalk. Unlike standard group tours, this experience adapts to your interests, allowing spontaneous photo stops and personal recommendations along the way. With a dedicated driver and seamless planning, the focus remains on enjoying the scenery, culture, and atmosphere making this a calm, personal, and memorable day rather than a rushed sightseeing schedule.

$652.54
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5/5
8 h

The Hills are Alive and Hallstatt

This 8-hour Tour combines the original locations from the world-famous musical "The Sound of Music" with the World Heritage Village Hallstatt. On this comprehensive 8-hour tour, see many of the original locations featured in the "Sound of Music" movie in the city and Salzkammergut lake area and experience the World Heritage Site Hallstatt, one of the most beautiful lakeside villages of the World. - Explore UNESCO–listed Hallstatt - Visit the original Sound of Music locations - Hassle-free round-trip from your Salzburg hotel

$435.79
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5/5
12 h

Private Day Trip from Vienna to Hallstatt

Experience the breathtaking town of Hallstatt like no other place in the Alps. The village, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers an amazing ambience and hosts the oldest salt mine in the world.

$1,489.71
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5/5
8 h

Hallstatt & Sound of Music Movie locations

This 8 hour private tour combines the Sound of Music locations in the beautiful City of Salzburg with the picturesque World Heritage town of Hallstatt, as well as the breathtaking landscapes of the Lake District. Explore Salzburg and its beautiful surroundings by following the tracks of the world famous musical “The Sound of Music” and visiting the pearl of the Lake District, the World Heritage town of Hallstatt.

$481.66
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5/5
8 h

Hallstatt & The Hills are Alive

This 8 hour private tour combines the Sound of Music locations in the beautiful City of Salzburg with the picturesque World Heritage town of Hallstatt, as well as the breathtaking landscapes of the Lake District. Explore Salzburg and its beautiful surroundings by following the tracks of the world famous musical “The Sound of Music” and visiting the pearl of the Lake District, the World Heritage town of Hallstatt.

$963.32
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5/5
9 h

Hallstatt, Lake District and the Salt Mine

On this 8-hour private tour from Salzburg, you will not only experience the natural beauty of the Lake District including a visit of Schloss Fuschl at the Lake Fuschl and one of the most famous lake villages of the World, the World Heritage Village Hallstatt you will also visit the Salt Mine of Hallein. Travel back in time and follow in the footsteps of the Celts on a tour of the Hallein Salt Mine. This is the mine where the Celts began mining salt in 600 BC and where the prince archbishops of Salzburg later got their white gold from.

$490.26
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5/5
8 h

Private Tour Vienna to Salzburg via Wachau & Lake District

On this full-day private tour, travel from Vienna to Salzburg and explore the Wachau region, which is recognized by UNESCO, and the Salzkammergut Lake Region. Highlights of the itinerary include visits to the picturesque village of Duernstein, where you can learn about the Robin Hood legend, Lake Attersee, which served as the model for many of Gustav Klimt's landscape paintings, and the quaint community of Mondsee, home to the church from the Sound of Music. The tour concludes with a drop-off at your accommodation in Salzburg; if desired, you can take the train back (2h20min). • During one exciting day, get a comprehensive introduction to some of Austria's major attractions. • The tour includes door-to-door transportation from your Vienna hotel to your Salzburg hotel • Optional return by train in only 2 ½ hours

$1,020.66
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5/5
13 h 30 mins

Small-Group Christmas Day Trip to Hallstatt from Vienna

Hop on our tour and enjoy an unforgettable Christmas day in the Lake Region. Before getting to Hallstatt, discover different areas of the Salzkammergut (Lake Region), well known for the celebrated film "The Sound of Music". Follow some of the footsteps of the famous movie and visit the Church of St. Michael in Mondsee, where the wedding scenes were shot. Experience the uniqueness of the tiny village of St. Gilgen that counts among its attractions with the birth house of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s mother. Meet your local expert tour guide upon arrival in Hallstatt and enjoy an informative guided walking tour. Discover hidden secrets of Hallstatt on your own in your free time after the sightseeing tour. Later relax, sit back and enjoy the ride to St.Wolfgang. In the town, located by Lake Wolfgang, you’ll find one of the most charming Christmas Markets of the country. At the end of the unique St. Wolfgang experience take the worry-less transfer back to Vienna.

$258.03
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5/5
8 h

Private Lake District, St. Wolfgang and St. Gilgen Tour

Spend a full day in one of the most picturesque areas of Austria, the Salzkammergut Lake District. Highlights of this tour include many hidden gems such as a waterfall, a gorge in a village, driving off the beaten track, exploring the villages of St. Gilgen, St. Wolfgang and Mondsee. This tour is ideal for first time travellers and anyone who wants to see crystal clear lakes and beautiful mountain scenery. - Highlights of the lake district, including Fuschlsee, the village of St. Wolfgang and St. Gilgen - Enjoy fantastic views - Fully guided private day tour

$435.79
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5/5
9 h

Private Eagle's Nest and Hallstatt tour from Salzburg

With this 9-hour full day tour you will cover the most famous sightseeing destinations for a day trip from Salzburg. You private tour will start with a drive through the picturesque 'Salzkammergut' region to Hallstatt, known as one of the most beautiful lake side villages of the world. After visiting the historical old town center of Hallstatt, your afternoon will be filled with WW II history locations. Highlight in the afternoon is the visit of Eagle's Nest (only from May to October: during the winter months, the tour might visit Rossfeld summit instead, to get a stunning view of the Bavarian Mountains and the Eagle's Nest). Next to the Eagle's Nest built by the Nazis of the German Reich, the Bavarian Alps are offering outstanding mountain sceneries.

$475.93
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5/5
8 h

Private Tour: Discover Salzburg and the Stunning Lake District

Picture yourself stepping through cobblestone streets where Mozart's childhood laughter still echoes, then moments later breathing Alpine air so crisp it clears your mind while gazing across pristine lakes that mirror heaven itself. This isn't another rushed city tour followed by a drive; it's your personal journey through Austria's soul, where baroque splendor meets nature's cathedral in perfect harmony. Your local guide doesn't just show you Salzburg's highlights; they share family stories passed down through generations, reveal hidden courtyards where locals still gather as they did centuries ago, and guide you to lake viewpoints that make your heart skip a beat. While tour buses race between photo stops, you'll savor authentic moments, feeling ancient stone beneath your fingertips in cathedral walls, hearing your footsteps on paths where pilgrims walked for over a thousand years, and watching Alpine light dance across waters so clear you can see fish swimming in crystal depths.

$481.66
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5/5
8 h

Private Salzburg Tour

Join this tour for a full day Sound of Music Tour. Starting with a private walking tour through the old town of Salzburg you will learn a lot about the history of Salzburg. You will also see all the filming locations which are located in the pedestrian area and can not be seen on any other Sound of Music Tour. At lunchtime, you will join a cooking class and prepare your own apple strudel. While the strudel is baking you will be served goulash soup as lunch and then enjoy your apple strudel as dessert. After lunch, you enter one of our minivans to continue the private Sound of Music Tour. We will show you the back of the movie version of the Von Trapp Villa and bring you to the 16-going-on-17 gazebo. Afterwards, we will drive on a small countryside backroad and show you the real Austria, away from mass tourism. The final stop of this tour is the picturesque town of Mondsee where we will visit the wedding church before we head back to Salzburg.

$1,694.50
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5/5
8 h

Private Customized Salzburg City and Country Tour

This tour combines the best of both worlds. A walking tour through the Old Town of Salzburg with a luxury minivan tour through the surroundings and the beautiful Lake District. Starting with a walk through the Mirabell gardens, you will learn about the history of Salzburg, the power of the Prince Archbishops and the famous locals like Mozart, Doppler and many more. Get to know the architectural, historical and regional facts and visit world famous movie locations ('Sound of Music'). Pass by Mozart's residence and birthplace before we enter the narrow lanes and coast inner yards of the old town. Admire clerical power such as the cathedral, monasteries and churches and learn more about the landmark towering above the city. The fortress Hohensalzburg is protecting Salzburg since almost 1000 years and is an unmistakable feature of Salzburgs world-famous skyline. Enjoy lunch (own expense) before we start our driving tour to the beautiful Lake District with it's emerald green lakes.

$963.32
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Self-Guided Salzburg’s Sound of Music Audio Tour

Download GuideAlong’s audio tour to discover Salzburg, home to “The Sound of Music," Mozart, and centuries of history. From the iconic Do-Re-Mi steps to imposing fortresses, explore everything in this Austrian city. This walking tour explores both historic Salzburg and Maria's Salzburg. We'll see scenery and filming locations from the classic musical, including the dazzling Mirabell Gardens, the historic Nonnberg Abbey, and plenty of fountains and public plazas featured in the movie. The route also visits most of Salzburg's important historical locations as well, like Mozart's birthplace and the imposing Fortress Hohensalzburg that overlooks the city. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates

$19.99
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Sound of Music Private Day Trip from Vienna

Step into the world of The Sound of Music and discover the real Salzburg locations that brought the movie to life. This tour combines the film’s most memorable locations with Salzburg’s rich musical and cultural heritage. Travelers will visit Leopoldskron Palace, associated with the von Trapp family home; Hellbrunn Palace and its famous gazebo, connected to the iconic “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” scene; the Hellbrunn Trick Fountains; Mirabell Palace and Gardens, where the famous “Do-Re-Mi” sequence was filmed; Mozart’s Birthplace, celebrating Salzburg’s most famous composer; and Mondsee Basilica, where the unforgettable wedding scene was filmed. What makes this tour special -you’ll connect the places, stories, and scenes you know from the movie with the real locations and history behind them. It’s an ideal experience for The Sound of Music fans, first-time visitors to Salzburg, and anyone who wants to combine iconic film locations with the city’s cultural highlights.

$411.93
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5/5
12 h

Vienna to Salzburg Private Chauffeur Day Trip

Explore beautiful Salzburg and the picturesque Austrian Lake District on this unique private tour from Vienna. Visit film locations from iconic musical ‘The Sound of Music’; see Mozart's birthplace and visit locations like the Mirabell Palace, St Peter’s Abbey and the Archbishop’s Palace. Enjoy your free time to explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town, visit the Hohensalzburg fortress and furher explore this city with many shops, before heading back to Vienna. - private tour of Salzburg from - locations from ‘The Sound of Music - see the Mirabell Palace, St Peter’s Abbey and the Archbishop’s Palace on a guided tour - explore UNESCO-listed Old Town, the Hohensalzburg fortress and Mozart's birthplace - the tour includes hotel pick-up and round-trip transport by private car or minivan - this private tour can be customized to your interests and our drivers are fully flexible to suit your needs - this is a driver only tour - if you wish to have a guide, please choose our guided tour

$996.58
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5/5
7 h

Private tour from Salzburg to Vienna - UNESCO sites, Lakes, Alps

Delve into the stunning natural beauty of the Salzkammergut Lake District and the UNESCO World Heritage Wachau Valley on this 7-hour private tour from Salzburg to Vienna. ⊛ Explore the charming town of Dürnstein with its colorful streets and historic castle ruins. ⊛ Enjoy a private, customized tour designed just for you and your traveling companions. ⊛ Pickup at your Salzburg hotel and drop-off at your Vienna hotel. ⊛ Discover Austria’s most iconic landmarks in one unforgettable day. Travel in luxury private transportation, with comfort and style throughout your journey.

$716.76
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5/5
8 h

Private Tour: Austrian Lakes Day Trip from Salzburg

Experience the beauty of Salzburg and the Austrian Lake District on this private daylong tour by luxury minivan. See the emerald-green Fuschlsee, visit the town of St. Gilgen–where Mozart’s mother was born–and add the option of a boat ride on the Wolfgangsee or a train ride up Schafberg mountain (May–October) for an additional cost. With just your group and a driver/guide, you may customize the itinerary to suit your interests. Tour price is based per group, with a maximum of 6 people.

$860.11
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