Austria tailor-made holidays

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.

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 & Covid-19 travel advice

Special offers in Austria

Magnificent Europe: The Rhine & Danube with APT

15-day river cruise from £2,995 pp incl. flights

Special
offer

15-day luxury river cruise - Save up to £1,500pp
Book by: 28 February 2021

This fully-inclusive luxury cruise showcases the best of the Rhine and Danube, calling at quiet riverside villages and city greats alike between Holland, Germany, Austria and Hungary. There’s included touring throughout, ranging from castle piano recitals to steam train trips.

The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express: Vienna–London

4-day luxury rail journey from £2,955 pp incl. flights

Special
offer

Early booking discount – Save up to £45pp
Book by: 31 January 2021

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.

Magna on the Danube

8-day river cruise from £2,775 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Free flights and transfers plus up to £650 off
Book by: 31 March 2021

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

European Gems

15-day river cruise from £1,995 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Save up to £1,800 per person on selected departures
Book by: 28 February 2021

Includes return flights from the UK. Join Travelmarvel for 15 day fantastic days cruising from Budapest to Amsterdam aboard Travelmarvel Polaris on this affordable river cruise.

Top itineraries in Austria

The Sound of Music in Salzburg

4-day tailor-made holiday from £680 pp incl. flights

If you're a fan of the classic film The Sound of Music, then this is the tour for you. The family musical is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, and to mark the occasion, we're offering you the opportunity to experience the original setting of the film at first hand on a four-day Salzburg-b…

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express & Golden Eagle Danube Express: London to Istanbul via Venice

11-day luxury rail journey from £5,480 pp incl. flights

Centuries of influential empires have shaped the captivating counties of Eastern Europe, leaving a lasting impression on the cultures, languages and religions seen here today.

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express: Venice to London via Vienna

7-day luxury rail journey from £5,370 pp incl. flights

Savour the Orient Express with two nights aboard, immersing yourself in a world of afternoon teas and bar-car cocktails between luxury stays in two city greats.

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express: Venice to London

4-day tailor-made holiday from £2,860 pp incl. flights

After a stay in a canal-side palace, reached by private water taxi, indulge with bar-car drinks and fine dining as you sweep over the Alps and through rural Europe.

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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

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

Palais Hansen Kempinski, Vienna

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.

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