DAY 2, Friday - Arrive in Munich
Arrive in Munich, and transfer to your hotel in Salzburg. Transfers to Salzburg will depart at approximately 9 AM, 12 PM and 3 PM. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 2 PM. Spend the balance of the day at leisure to explore the city. Tonight, dinner is at the hotel
Overnight: Salzburg
Meals: Dinner

DAY 3, Saturday - Salzburg City Tour
Spend the morning at leisure. In the afternoon, embark on a walking tour of the city, which will include some of Salzburg's most famous sites. Begin at the beautiful Mirabell Palace & Gardens, featured in The Sound of Music movie. Stoll along Getreidegasse in the historic Old Town and stop outside the house where Mozart lived. Continue with a visit to Salzburg Cathedral with its impressive Baroque architecture. Afterward, return to the hotel
Overnight: Salzburg
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4, Sunday - Hike Kapuzinerberg, Travel to Strobl on Lake Wolfgangsee
Begin your hike to Kapuzinerberg on a trail that virtually winds its way around the mountain. The ascent is via the Imbergstiege staircase. Continue on the historic Basteiweg along the city wall, offering splendid panoramic views of the Old Town. Upon reaching Franziskischlössl, have a snack, before returning to the city past the Capuchin Monastery. Later, travel to your hotel in Strobl, an alpine village on the shores of Lake Wolfgangsee. Balance of the day is at leisure. Tonight, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by dinner
Overnight: Strobl
Meals: Breakfast, DinnerHike Activity Level: Easy, 2.5 Miles, 1.5 Hours, +/- 855 ft

DAY 5, Monday - Hike to Gschwendt and continue to Abersee, Cogwheel Train to Schafberg Mountain, St. Wolfgang
Starting in Strobl, hike towards Gschwendt, through the Blinklingmoos Nature Reserve, following the former railway track from Bad Ischl to Salzburg. Continue from Gschwendt to Abersee. Upon arrival in Abersee, cross the lake via ferry to get to the lower station of the famous cogwheel train, that will take you to the top of Schafberg Mountain. Here, savor lunch at the restaurant, offering stunning views of the surrounding area. Later, board the cogwheel train to descend to the base. Then, spend free time to discover the charming town of St. Wolfgang, known for its pilgrimage church with a carved gothic winged altar. Conclude the day with a boat ride back to Strobl
Overnight: Strobl
Meals: Breakfast, LunchHike Activity Level: Easy, 4.2 Miles, 2 Hours, +/- 160 ft

DAY 6, Tuesday - Hallstatt, Visit Salt Mines, Hike to Waldbachstrub Waterfall
This morning, travel to the town of Hallstatt, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, nestled amidst steep mountains and Hallstatt Lake. On arrival, board the cable car up Mount Salzberg to visit the salt mines*, dating back to 5,000 B.C. Take a guided tour through the mines and learn how salt was formed and how the miners extracted it. Following the tour, stop at the Hallstatt Skywalk viewing platform, offering panoramic views of the town and the surrounding area, before your descent with the cable car. Later in the day, hike through the Echerntal Valley to the Waldbachstrub Waterfall. The path is known as the painter's path, because many painters of the 19th century were inspired by its natural beauty. Continue to Bad Ischl*Visit to the salt mines is not recommended for people with claustrophobia
Overnight: Bad Ischl
Meals: BreakfastHike Activity Level: Moderate, 3.5 Miles, 2.5 Hours, +/- 400 ft

DAY 7, Wednesday - Brine Pipeline Trail to Bad Goisern, Annamax Mustard Factory
Begin your scenic hike along the historical Brine Pipeline Trail to Bad Goisern. The path takes you through the Inner Salzkammergut region surrounded by majestic mountains and picturesque little villages. Arrive at the town of Bad Goisern, and visit the Annamax Mustard Factory. Immerse yourself in the world of mustard, learn about the cultivation of the mustard plant, its healing properties and its history. Afterward, walk to Steeg to board the train back to Bad Ischl train station and return to your hotel
Overnight: Bad Ischl
Meals: BreakfastHike Activity Level: Challenging, 8 Miles, 4.5 Hours, +/- 460 ft

DAY 8, Thursday - Hike Around Langbathsee Lakes, Travel to Gmunden, Cooking Demonstration
Depart Bad Ischl and travel to the market town of Ebensee. Begin your hike around the picturesque Langbathseen lakes. During your hike, admire the breathtaking mountain scenery and crystal-clear water. Afterward, proceed to the town of Gmunden on Lake Traunsee and check into the hotel. Later, attend a cooking demonstration, led by a professional Austrian chef. Learn how to make traditional Austrian dishes and well-known pastries. Later, savor a three-course meal
Overnight: Gmunden
Meals: Breakfast, LunchHike Activity Level: Moderate, 4.5 Miles, 3 Hours, +/- 260 ft

DAY 9, Friday - Gruenberg Mountain, Hike to Laudachsee Lake
Begin the day with a short walk to the Gruenberg cable car station. Board the cable car that will take you up to the peak of Gruenberg Mountain. From here, walk along the Salzkammergut treetop trail, offering breathtaking views over the Salzkammergut area. Afterward, embark on a trek that takes you to the beautiful Laudachsee Lake. Hike around the lake and take in the stunning scenery, before heading back to the cable car station for your descent. Balance of the day is at leisure. Tonight at dinner, bid farewell to your Tour Manager
Overnight: Gmunden
Meals: Breakfast, DinnerHike Activity Level: Moderate, 6.82 Miles, 3.5 Hours, +/- 690 ft

DAY 10, Saturday - Depart Austria
Transfer to the airport in Munich for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast

Please Note: Land Price does not include airfare, departure or arrival transfers, airline taxes and fuel surcharges.