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Austria

Europe's alpine heartland

Austria tailor-made holidays

Introduction

Prosperous and centrally located at the heart of Europe, Austria has much to offer. Dominated by the Alps, it has superb summer trekking and a well-developed winter sports scene. Grossglockner, in Carinthia, is the highest mountain and flanks the mighty Pasterze Glacier.

Impressive urban architecture makes the historic cities worth visiting, whilst a world-class musical tradition provides the soundtrack for any visit.

The capital Vienna is strewn with impressive buildings, including Schloss Schonbrunn, which rivals Versailles. Music, art and architecture peak in Baroque Salzburg, where Mozart was born; an annual festival commemorates this. Innsbruck has a fascinating history and an impressive setting, surrounded by snow-capped summits whilst Linz is famous for its fifteenth century castle and churches.

 

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At a glance

Flying time from UK
1½ hour

Time zone
GMT +1

Currency
Euro (€) = 100 cents

Language
German

Travel advice
Check the FCDO for visa & travel advice

Special offers in Austria

Nuremberg, Germany

Magnificent Europe: The Rhine & Danube with APT

15-day river cruise from £2,095 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Save up to 60% on selected departure dates
Book by: 13 December 2024

This fully inclusive river cruise showcases the best of the Rhine and Danube, calling at quiet riverside villages and city greats alike between Holland, Germany, Austria and Hungary.

AmaMagna

Magna on the Danube

8-day luxury river cruise from £3,050 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Free flights and transfers & other offers
Book by: 30 November 2024

See the wonders of one of the world's great waterways in utter luxury onboard the innovative AmaMagna, enjoying included touring and drinks-paired dining throughout. Along the way, you'll take in the region's great cities and off-the-beaten-track gems.

Venice, Italy

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express: Venice to London

4-day tailor-made holiday from £4,965 pp incl. flights

Exclusive
offer

Exclusive 2025 departure savings – Save up to £465pp
Book by: 30 November 2024

After a stay in a canal-side palace, reached by private water taxi, indulge with bar-car drinks and fine dining as you sweep across the snow-dusted Alps and through the heart of western Europe.

APT River Cruise, Passau, Germany

Highlights of the Danube with APT Travelmarvel

8-day river cruise from £2,095 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Save up to 25% plus a further £100 off per person
Book by: 02 December 2024

Discover the highlights of the Danube, showcased through a programme of excursions and experiences, from tasting tours to a night of Bavarian fun onboard your contemporary river ship.

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Top itineraries in Austria

Salzburg, Austria

The Sound of Music in Salzburg

4-day tailor-made holiday from £1,150 pp incl. flights

If you're a fan of the classic film The Sound of Music, then this short break will be right up your street. Indeed, it's a superb opportunity to experience the original setting of the film first hand, with city and location tours paired with a stay in a five-star hotel.

Belvedere, Vienna, Austria

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express: Vienna to London

4-day luxury rail journey from £5,375 pp incl. flights

After a luxury stay in Vienna, let cocktail brunches, four-course dinners and personal-steward service see you through some of Europe’s prettiest scenery.

Durnstein, Austria

Bavaria to Budapest on the Danube with Tauck

8-day luxury river cruise from £4,440 pp incl. flights

Discover gems from Bavaria to Budapest on an all-inclusive luxury Danube river cruise. Tauck Exclusives give you experiences others cannot access.

Danube River, Bratislava, Slovakia

Danube in luxury with Riverside

7-day luxury river cruise holiday from £2,145 pp

Cruise the Danube in style with Riverside Cruises after a luxurious 5-star hotel stay in Vienna. Onboard, enjoy all-suite accommodations, upscale dining, and a stellar spa in between exploring central Europe's most charming cities.

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What our clients say about our Austria holidays

  • The Kaiserhof Hotel in Vienna, recommended by Wexas, is the best hotel we've ever stayed in. It provided an excellent basis for our time in Vienna.

    J D J

  • As always - Wexas staff were knowledgeable, polite and efficient.

    Pauline P

Top places to stay in Austria

Sauna at Hotel Auersperg, Salzburg

Hotel Auersperg, Salzburg

Accommodation

Dating back in 1900, Hotel Auersperg is a small family-owned hotel and villa in Salzburg, just minutes from the city's many bars, cafes, restaurants and tourist hotspots. The hotel boats 55 beautifully furnished guestrooms and a relaxing rooftop spa

Imperial Suite, Golden Eagle

Golden Eagle

Luxury train

Golden Eagle Luxury Trains are the world's leading operator of exclusive, long-distance rail tours, offering fully-escorted, private and adventurous rail tours to discerning guests looking to visit off-the-beaten-track destinations without compromising on comfort.

Lobby, Palais Hansen Kempinski

Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna Hotel

Historic hotel

First built for the World Exhibition, this Viennese gem comes complete with everything from a ballroom and Cigar Lounge to a Michelin-starred restaurant and a superb spa.

Austria articles

The Grand Hotel and Ring hotel Austria

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At Wexas, we specialise in bespoke travel experiences. Our itineraries are just samples of what we can arrange, and can be changed depending on your precise needs, finances and ideas by our experienced destination specialists.

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