Walk & Discover: The Austrian Tyrol

Seefeld • Innsbruck • Lake Achensee • Neuschwanstein Castle • Wilder Kaiser

Immerse yourself in the breath-taking alpine scenery and cultural heritage of the Tyrol region, including its picturesque capital Innsbruck and the romantic castle of Neuschwanstein.

Seefeld

Your itinerary

DAY 1 – Arrival in Seefeld

Arrive at the airport for your flight to Munich and transfer to your hotel. (D)

DAY 2 – Discover: 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 tour of this delightful historic city, showing us the highlights and offering insights into life here. Among numerous visual treats are the copper tiled ‘Golden Roof’, the city’s Baroque cathedral and the Imperial Palace, once home of the only female Habsburg ruler, Empress Maria Theresa. Innsbruck is a truly enchanting destination, and there’s ample time to wander its medieval streets and absorb the genteel ambience returning to Seefeld in the mid-afternoon. (B,D) + Included Experience – Guided tour of Innsbruck

DAY 3 – Walk: Seefeld

After breakfast we have a choice of walks: Easy walk – Duration: 3 hours (3.9 miles) / Altitude gain: 628 feet / Terrain: pavement and forest trail We exit the town of Seefeld through the city park that hugs the shores of Wildsee, a sparkling lake surrounded by forests. Following a forest trail, we make our way through a small hamlet

Central Hotel Seefeld HHHH The four-star Central Hotel Seefeld is a modern yet traditional Alpine style family owned hotel. The hotel has a restaurant bar, the perfect setting for relaxing at the end of the day as well as a wellness and spa area (local charges apply). All of the comfortable rooms have an en suite, hairdryer, TV and telephone to make your stay more relaxing.

and as we ascend the pine scented trail, we catch glimpses of Seefeld below and pass under the Hochangerbahn chairlift before descending back to town. Moderate walk – Duration: 4 hours (6.8 miles) / Altitude gain: 949 feet / Terrain: forest trail and meadows From Seefeld we follow a lovely trail through the pines, catching glimpses of the surrounding mountains before arriving at Lake Wildmoos. A short, sharp forest track with views over Lottensee, then descends to pictureperfect Möserersee. After a refreshment stop, we begin our gentle descent through forests and meadows to Seefeld. (B,D) + Included Experience – Guided walk around the Seefeld Plateau

DAY 4 – Discover: Seefeld

You have a free day to relax and enjoy the attractions in and around Seefeld. Wander among the quaint shops and cafés or take a horse-drawn carriage around Lake Wildsee. Various chairlifts, cable cars or a funicular railway will whisk you to the top of Seefelder Joch and Härmelekopf for fantastic views before another superb meal at the hotel this evening. (B,D)

DAY 5 – Walk: Lake Achensee

We drive to Achensee, Tyrol’s largest lake flanked by the scenic peaks of the Karwendel and Rofan mountains. We arrive at the picturesque village of Pertisau for some free time before setting off. Easy walk – Duration: 2 hours (3 miles) / Altitude gain: 212 feet / Terrain: lakeside trail and forest tracks Moderate walk – Duration: 3 hours (5.1 miles) / Altitude gain: 441 feet / Terrain: lakeside trail and forest tracks Both easy and moderate walks follow a delightful trail along Achensee with fantastic views across to the Rofan mountains. As we make our gradual ascent, we are rewarded with superb views before the path leads into the forest and a traditional Austrian inn at Gaisalm serving food and drinks. Those of us on the easy route will take a boat ride to Scholastika, where there are restaurants and a pretty park. Our moderate walk continues along the lake. The narrow and sometimes exposed trail takes us past gushing waterfalls and green meadows to Scholastika, where we board our coach. (B,D) + Included Experience – Guided walk around Achensee

DAY 6 – Neuschwanstein Castle

Today we drive across the border into nearby Bavaria where we pass Germany’s highest mountain, the 9,718- foot Zugspitze. The journey includes two of Germany’s most iconic routes – the fabled ‘Romantic Road’ and the ‘German Alpine Road’ which leads to the instantly recognisable Neuschwanstein. The stunning 19th-century structure was a pet project of one of Bavaria’s most famous kings, Ludwig II. Towers, turrets and an imposing Romanesque main structure clad in light limestone are epic in design and scale. The architecture is similarly impressive inside, as you’ll discover on our guided tour. (B,D) + Included Experience – Guided tour of Neuschwanstein Castle

DAY 7 – Walk: Wilder Kaiser

We journey east to the medieval town of Kufstein, nestled at the foot of the mighty limestone Kaisergebirge. We take the Kaiser chairlift up to Brentejoch mountain station, the starting point of both our walks today. Easy walk – Duration: 2.5 hours (2.7 miles) / Altitude gain: 764 feet / Terrain: forest trail As we meander through pretty meadows and the beautiful spruce forest of the nature reserve, we enjoy wonderful views over the Kaisertal valley to the Kitzbühel Alps in the distance. After a stop at Brentenjochalm Inn for a drink, we continue through the forest, pausing to admire superb views of the Brandenberg Alps. Perhaps have lunch at your leisure at the Beinergerhaus before we take the chairlift back to town.

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Your tour includes

• Return flights from a selection of regional airports, plus hotel transfers • Seven nights in four-star accommodation, inclusive of all local taxes • The services of our experienced and insightful Tour Manager throughout

(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 walks including the forests and mountain lakes above

Seefeld, fjord-like Lake Achensee and the Wilder Kaiser mountains • Guided tour of Innsbruck • 2 visits including Neuschwanstein and Kufstein

Moderate walk – Duration: 3.5 hours (5.1 miles) / Altitude gain: 1,017 feet / Terrain: forest trail From the chairlift, we ascend through forest and take in wonderful views over the Kaisertal. Upon reaching Gamskogel, the trail descends and we ramble through flower-filled meadows. The trail continues to Steinburg Chapel, along the Alderweg – ‘Eagle’s Way’ and through the Tyrolean Alps to the Brentenjochalm Inn, where we reward ourselves with a drink and perhaps lunch before taking the chairlift back down. After both walks, there’s free time to explore Kufstein before our final dinner. (B,D) + Included Experience – Guided walk around the Wilder Kaiser

DAY 8 – Return home

Transfer to the airport for your flight home.