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 £2,845 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Save up to 50% on selected departure dates
Book by: 31 August 2022

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.

AmaMagna on the Danube

8-day luxury river cruise from £2,715 pp incl. flights

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cruise offer

Save up to 20% off all 2022 departures
Book by: 31 August 2022

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.

Blue Danube Discovery

8-day luxury river cruise from £2,625 pp incl. flights

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cruise offer

Save up to 20% off 2022 departure dates
Book by: 31 August 2022

Discover a wealth of art, history and cultural treasures as you cruise to some of Europe’s most famous destinations with AmaWaterways.

Delightful Danube with APT Travelmarvel

9-day luxury river cruise from £1,375 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Balcony Sale - save up to 50% & free cabin upgrade
Book by: 15 August 2022

Sail with APT Travelmarvel as you bring the highlights of the Danube to life, showcased via all-inclusive shore excursions, from tasting tours to a cocktail reception in a Viennese palace.

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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 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 5-star hotel.

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express: Vienna to London

4-day luxury rail journey from £3,700 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.

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express: Venice to London

4-day tailor-made holiday from £2,930 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.

Travelmarvel Polaris European Gems River Cruise

European Gems with APT Travelmarvel

15-day river cruise from £2,290 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Balcony sale - save up to 50% & free cabin upgrade
Book by: 19 August 2022

Join APT Travelmarvel onboard one of their new-for-2022 Contemporary River Ships, enjoying an exceptional-value river cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam.

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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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