26 days in Austria Itinerary

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Vienna
— 6 nights
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Obergurgl
— 2 nights
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Ischgl
— 1 night
Drive
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Innsbruck
— 5 nights
Drive
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Salzburg
— 5 nights
Drive
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Obertauern
— 3 nights
Drive
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Hallstatt
— 3 nights
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Vienna — 6 nights

City of Dreams

The cultural, economic, and political center of the country, Vienna has developed from its early Celtic and Roman roots into a medieval and Baroque city, with an old town that was designated a World Heritage Site in 2001.
Vienna is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the masterpieces at Belvedere Palace, see the interesting displays at Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, don't miss a visit to Historic Center of Vienna, and get to know the resident critters at Schönbrunn Zoo.

For maps, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Vienna holiday planner.

Prague, Czech Republic to Vienna is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a shuttle. January in Vienna sees daily highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Obergurgl.
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Obergurgl — 2 nights

Obergurgl is a village in the Ötztal Alps in Tyrol, Austria. Kick off your visit on the 21st (Sat): stroll through Zirbenwald, examine the collection at Top Mountain Motorcycle Museum, then hit the slopes at Hochgurgl, and finally indulge in some personalized pampering at The Spa at Crystal. Keep things going the next day: stroll through Obergurgl-Hochgurgl.

To find reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Obergurgl vacation planner.

Fly from Vienna to Obergurgl in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Vienna in January, Obergurgl is little chillier at night with lows of -7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sun) so you can go by car to Ischgl.
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Ischgl — 1 night

Ischgl is a town in the Paznaun Valley in the Austrian state of Tyrol. Start off your visit on the 23rd (Mon): hit the slopes at St. Anton, see the interesting displays at Seilbahnmuseum, then hit the slopes at Ischgl-Samnaun ski area, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Die Pfarrkirche Ischgl, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Pfarrkirche Galtuer.

To see other places to visit, maps, photos, and tourist information, go to the Ischgl journey planner.

You can drive from Obergurgl to Ischgl in 2 hours. Another option is to do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Obergurgl in January, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Ischgl, with lows of -1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) so you can go by car to Innsbruck.
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Innsbruck — 5 nights

Nestled in a valley between snowcapped peaks, Innsbruck evokes visions of a winter wonderland.
Venture out of the city with trips to Aqua Dome - Tirol Therme Laengenfeld (in Langenfeld), Unserer Lieben Frau Maria Himmelfahrt (in Fugen) and Stubaier Gletscher (in Neustift im Stubaital). There's lots more to do: hit the slopes at Mayrhofner Bergbahnen, pause for some serene contemplation at Dom zu St. Jakob, explore the world behind art at Schloss Ambras Innsbruck, and take an in-depth tour of The Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl).

To see more things to do, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, read Innsbruck trip planning tool.

Traveling by car from Ischgl to Innsbruck takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train. Expect little chillier evenings in Innsbruck when traveling from Ischgl in January, with lows around -5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Salzburg.
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Salzburg — 5 nights

Rome of the North

Surrounded by mountain ranges and boasting a well-preserved city center, Salzburg melds culture and history.
Salzburg is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: step into the grandiose world of Fortress Hohensalzburg, examine the collection at Red Bull Hangar-7, steep yourself in history at Salzburger Altstadt, and admire the natural beauty at Mirabell Palace.

For photos, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Salzburg road trip app.

You can drive from Innsbruck to Salzburg in 2 hours. Another option is to take a train. January in Salzburg sees daily highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Thu) so you can go by car to Obertauern.
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Obertauern — 3 nights

Obertauern is a tourist destination which is located in the Radstädter Tauern in the Salzburger Land of Austria. Explore Obertauern's surroundings by going to Teekorb & Tridor (in Zell am See), Skiparadies Zauchensee-Flachauwinkl-Kleinarl (in Altenmarkt im Pongau) and Kitzsteinhorn (in Kaprun). There's much more to do: fly down the slopes at Obertauern Ski Resort, tour the pleasant surroundings at Skigebiet obertauern, take in the spiritual surroundings of Pfarrkirche U. L. Frau Geburt in Altenmarkt im Pongau, and boost your wellbeing at Alpentherme Gastein.

For traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, read our Obertauern trip planner.

Traveling by car from Salzburg to Obertauern takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Hallstatt.
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Hallstatt — 3 nights

Pearl of Austria

Historically known for the production of salt, Halstatt's fine architecture reflects the small village's salt mining legacy.
Step out of Hallstatt with an excursion to Pfarre St. Wolfgang in St. Wolfgang--about 42 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: hit the slopes at Dachstein West, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Parish of the Assumption, take an in-depth tour of Kammerhofmuseum Bad Aussee, and see the interesting displays at Museum Hallstatt.

For more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, go to the Hallstatt planning website.

Getting from Obertauern to Hallstatt by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and train. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) so you can go by car back home.
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Austria travel guide

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Castles · Art Museums · Architectural Buildings
Situated in the Central European Alps, Austria combines an alluring bundle of elegant urban architecture, cultural centers, and dramatic landscapes. This German-speaking country of 8.5 million residents is known for its rich history, dating back to the Hapsburg Empire, as well as its art, music, and scenery. Along with the neighboring country of Switzerland, Austria serves as the winter sports capital of Europe and is home to some of the continent's most popular ski resorts. This landlocked nation draws visitors from across the globe to its mountains, historical villages, and culturally rich cities. Experience trekking in the Alps one day and drinking regional wine at a crowded pub after a day of sightseeing in the capital Vienna the next.
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