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Austria Bespoke
Alpine pastures, architecture and art in Austria
Country
Austria
Accommodation Options
Boutique hotels, castles & grand European hotels
Things to See & Do
Arts, biking, culture & hiking
Best Time To Go
January – December
Carbon Neutral Trip
Mozart, mountains and meals that go from schnitzel to haute cuisine without missing a beat? Austria hits all the right notes. Bike past Danube vineyards, glide through glacier-fed lakes and wander baroque palaces with Habsburg flair. With cowbells in the hills and Grüß Gotts on every trail, Austria blends old-world charm with alpine adventure—perfectly in tune.
Experience Designer
Trip Inspiration
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Hike up Austria’s majestic peaks, such as Höllkogel Peak, with experienced mountain guides and enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the breathtaking scenery.
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Strolling through the Austrian countryside, you'll encounter charming mountain huts nestled amidst lush green hills and stunning Alpine peaks.
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Enjoy leisurely walks or tackle challenging trails along historic routes, such as the pilgrimage route in the Salzkammergut Lake District.
Trip Inspiration
Discover Austria's Beauty on Foot
Recommended Duration: 6-14 days
Best Time To Go: May – October
Things to See and Do: Follow Europe’s oldest pilgrimage route in Salzkammergut Lake District and climb Höllkogel Peak with our expert guide (and 12-time Mt. Everest summiteer!).
Don't Miss Out On: The tram into Vienna’s city vineyards and hike up to a traditional Heuriger at a local winemaker.
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Enjoy the winding roads on a ride that’ll test your endurance, where lush forests line the way. Be rewarded with Austrian hospitality and fine wine at the finish.
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Cycle through the UNESCO-listed Wachau terraced vineyards, where thousand-year-old vines produce some of the world’s finest white wines.
Trip Inspiration
Bike Through Austrian Landscapes
Recommended Duration: 6-10 days
Best Time To Go: May – October
Things to See and Do: Cycle along the Danube, below the steep terraced vineyards of UNESCO Wachau wine-growing valley, and sip some of the world’s finest whites with a local winemaker.
Don't Miss Out On: Challenge yourself in the Wilder Kaiser Mountain range in the famed Kitzbühel mountains.
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Take a break from the outdoors and go indoors where Austrian art and culture are on full display. At Upper Belvedere Palace, see the iconic Gustav Klimt painting during an exclusive B&R viewing.
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The streets come alive with folk dance in Salzburg! Experience local traditions as residents in lederhosen perform traditional dances like the Schuhplattler.
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In Vienna, take a private tour of the Spanish Riding School's stables and discover the art of classical dressage and the training of Lipizzaner horses.
Trip Inspiration
Dive Deep into Austrian Art & Culture
Whether your tastes tend more towards Mozart or The Sound of Music, Salzburg and Vienna are synonymous with art and music. It’s easy to combine rich Austrian culture with days of adventure in the mountains. From Salzburg’s famous festival to a private tour in the stables of Vienna’s Spanish Riding School to an exclusive look at the magnificent collections of the Upper Belvedere Palace or Leopold Museum, there's so much to discover. And yes, there’s always an excuse to hum Edelweiss as you hike the mountain passes.
Recommended Duration: 6-8 days
Best Time To Go: January – December
Things to See and Do: Visit Salzburg Music Festival and witness some of the greatest classical music and opera stars in the world. Follow in the footsteps of the Von Trapp Family or Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in Salzburg and Vienna.
Don't Miss Out On: Gustav Klimt’s iconic oil-on-canvas painting, “Kiss,” on an exclusive after-hours visit to Upper Belvedere Palace.
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Perch yourself on Salzburg's mountain peaks, where a cable car provides convenient access—perfect for families of all ages.
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Head for the hills and soar above Alpine lakes on a tandem paraglide flight. With licensed pilots guiding the way, fun is guaranteed for the whole family.
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Discover the centuries-old art of falconry in an Austrian castle, where falcons, eagles and other birds of prey showcase their impressive flying skills.
Trip Inspiration
Multi-Active Family Fun in Austria
Child-friendly adventures abound in Austria. Take a private tour in the frozen wonderland of the world’s largest ice-caves, then head to a medieval fortress to learn archery and the arts of falconry. Picturesque hikes can be linked by boat, train or gondola—or paraglide over Alpine lakes before a high-speed boat ride across the waters. Meet a local chef at his Salzburg restaurant to cook Austrian delicacies before catching The Sound of Music in Salzburg’s charming puppet theatre.
Recommended Duration: 6-12 days
Best Time To Go: June – October
Things to See and Do: Meet with falconers at a Renaissance Castle where you’ll learn about their craft on a private, behind-the-scenes visit. Descend the Austrian Alps on Europe’s longest zip-line or on an exhilarating summer toboggan.
Don't Miss Out On: Coat your hands with breadcrumbs, learning to make authentic Viennese Schnitzel with a local chef.
Featured stays
Hotel Sacher Vienna
Location: Vienna, Austria
Rosewood Schloss Fuschl
Location: Rosewood Schloss Fuschl , Austria
Relais & Châteaux Taubenkobel
Location: Relais & Châteaux Taubenkobel, Austria
Process
Step 1
Let's connect
Have a trip in mind or just starting to dream? Share your travel preferences with us and we will reach out to kick off the planning.
Step 2
Detailed Brief
We'll set up a conversation to get to know you and your group. From there, you'll receive a journey proposal—destinations, activities and accommodation options shaped around what matters most to you. An initial Trip Development Fee is collected before moving to the next stage.
Step 3
Tailored Itinerary and Confirmation
Your Experience Designer will share a detailed trip plan, then work closely with you to refine it until every detail is right. When you're ready, a per-person deposit confirms your trip, with full payment due 95 days* before departure.
Step 4
Support, Start to Finish
Before you leave, you'll receive a full breakdown of your journey. On the road, you'll have dedicated support throughout. When you return, the same Traveller Experience team will be ready to hear how it went—and to start thinking about what comes next.
* Final payment terms may vary based on destination and type of trip.
Good to know
Air Conditioning
In some countryside hotels, there may not be air-conditioning.
Airport
Munich Airport (MUC) is most convenient for reaching and departing from Salzburg.
Time of Year
Festival Season in Salzburg sees a considerable rise in prices, and Austria gets busy during European summer holidays (July, August).
Why choose a Bespoke trip?
An Effortless Journey
Our expert Experience Designers are perfectionists, using first-hand knowledge of routes, restaurants and hotels to create an unforgettable experience. This means you’re in the best hands to plan your dream trip.
Lifelong Memories
Our Bespoke trips are often described as lifechanging. When every detail and magical moment is planned just for you and your group – you'll get exactly what you're after, and more. The perfect addition to the memory book.
Years of Local Friendships
We’ve been at this since 1966, and our Experience Designers have been planting seeds and building friendships around the world since day one. The loyalty we share with our connections is invaluable and is what allows us to give access exclusive to B&R.
Creativity and Spontaneity
From our office to our guides on the road, every person who touches your trip pours their passion and creativity into it. When you travel Bespoke, you’ll work closely with passionate planners to create the perfect fit for you and your travelling companions.
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