Austrian Tyrol & Innsbruck

Seefeld • Innsbruck • Bolzano • Merano • Oetztal Glacier Road • Neuschwanstein • Achenseebahn

Immerse yourself in the alpine scenery and cultural heritage of Tyrol. Be inspired by the imperial history of its beautiful capital Innsbruck, soaring summits of the Oetztal Valley, towering turrets of the Neuschwanstein, Germany’s highest mountain, the Zugspitze and the heritage-rich towns of Merano and Bolzano.

Innsbruck

Your itinerary

DAY 1 – Arrival in Seefeld

Arrive in Munich or Innsbruck for transfer to your hotel. (D)

DAY 2 – Innsbruck

After breakfast, we take the short drive along the Inn Valley to the Tyrolean capital, Innsbruck. Our local guide will take us on a walking tour of this delightful historic city, showing us the main highlights and offering informative insights into life here. Among numerous visual treats are the famous copper-tiled ‘Golden Roof’, the city’s magnificent Baroque cathedral and the Imperial Palace. Equally impressive are the Stadtturm belfry tower with its excellent views across the city, and Schloss Ambras, Innsbruck’s imposing Renaissance castle and palace. (B,D) + Included Experience – Guided walking tour of Innsbruck

DAY 3 – Bolzano & Merano

We take the Via Claudia Augusta through the Südtirol. Built by the Romans to enable easier passage through the Alps from Italy, it’s flanked by rolling hills and apple orchards, majestic snow-capped peaks, roaring rivers, shimmering lakes and hillside villages. Our first stop is the town of Bolzano where you have the choice of two very different experiences; a walking tour with a local guide or entrance to the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology

Depending on your UK departure date, you'll stay at one of two handpicked hotels in Seefeld for seven nights.

Krumers Post Hotel, Seefeld HHHH The Hocheder Hotel, Seefeld HHHH

home of Otzi the Iceman. Our visit to the provincial capital, Bolzano, gives you the opportunity to experience this intriguing mix – Italian coffee and traditional Tyrolean cakes make a great match! Next, we make our way to the pretty spa town of Merano. You can really soak up the atmosphere of the region as you wander through its glorious belle-époque buildings, fine gardens and excellent cafés that line a leafy riverbank walk, all set within a dramatic natural amphitheatre of high mountain peaks. Our return to Seefeld takes us along the famous Brenner Pass. (B,D) + Included Experience – Guided walking tour of Bolzano or Visit the South Tyrol Museum and visit Merano

DAY 4 – Free day in Seefeld

Relax and enjoy the attractions around Seefeld such as golf at one of Europe’s most picturesque courses, a horsedrawn carriage around Wildsee lake or a boat trip before selecting a village café for a coffee and a slice of chocolate torte. (B,D)

DAY 5 – Oetztal Glacier Road

A spectacular drive up the Oetztal Valley to remote Soelden, dwarfed by snow-capped mountains, then up the Oetztal Glacier Road at almost 9,300 feet. Watch out for chamois, eagles and marmots. We descend to enjoy a guided tour of the Cistercian monastery at Stams. Or, you can explore the village and its meadows and woodlands with an experienced local naturalist. (B,D) + Included Experience – Travel the Oetztaler Glacier Road through the Oetztaler Valley. Guided tour Cistercian monastery at Stams.

DAY 6 – Neuschwanstein

Travel into Bavaria and past Germany’s Krumers Post Hotel

highest mountain, the 9,718-foot Zugspitze. Then journey along the fabled ‘Romantic Road’ and grand ‘German Alpine Road’ to Neuschwanstein castle, which allegedly inspired Disney’s Sleeping Beauty castle. Marvel at its sumptuous marbled halls, salons and dining rooms, extravagant tapestries and murals on our guided tour. Afterwards we return to Seefeld. (B,D) + Included Experience – Guided tour of Neuschwanstein Castle

DAY 7 – Achenseebahn

We head to Jenbach for an unforgettable trip on the Achenseebahn, a metre-gauge steam railway ascending from the Inn Valley using a cog system to the beautiful Achensee Lake. Then we head to medieval Rattenberg on the River Inn, renowned for glassmaking, with its gorgeous stone buildings. Wander through the narrow cobbled streets, enjoy the views from its ruined castle or unwind with a coffee and strudel at a konditore. (B,D) + Included Experience – Take a trip on the Achenseebahn railway, visit to Lake Achensee. Visit Rattenburg

DAY 8 – Return flight

Transfer to the airport for our flight home. (B)

GERMANY

Munich

Neuschwanstein

AUSTRIA

Jenbach

Seefeld

Innsbruck

Soeldon

KEY

Arrive Depart

ITALY

Merano

Bolzano Salzburg

Achenseebahn

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Your tour includes

• Return flights from a selection of regional airports with hotel transfers • Seven nights in four-star superior accommodation, inclusive of all local taxes • The services of our experienced and insightful tour manager

(B) Daily Breakfast, (D) 7 Dinners Prices are per person. For departure dates, prices and flights, please call or visit our website.

YOUR EXPERIENCES • 3 guided tours including Innsbruck,

Neuschwanstein and the Cistercian monastery at Stams • Travel the Oetztaler Glacier Road through the Oetztaler Valley • Take a trip on the Achenseebahn railway • 3 visits including Bolzano, Merano

Rattenburg, Lake Achensee • Choose between a guided walking tour of Bolzano or a visit to see Otzi at the Museum of Archaeology

Your options

Personalise your holiday

Complimentary guided walk in Seefeld Covering about 6 miles in around 3.5 to 4 hours, it’s not arduous, though light walking shoes or strong trainers are advisable. We arrive at Lake Mösern where you can relax, take in the mountain views and return to Seefeld. Places are limited, so please let us know if you’d like to join the walk at time of booking.

You’re free to choose

On day 3, enjoy a guided walking tour in Bolzano, or a visit to the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology.