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Wonderful day in Salzburg
Peter was an excellent tour guide. He spoke very clearly and shared many interesting facts on our tour. His driving was also excellent! We really enjoyed our day with him.
Salzburg Small-Group Day Trip from Vienna
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At a glance
- Duration
- 12–13 hours
- Price from
- $212 / person
- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 171 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 8
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- White Alligator Tours
Description
Connect with nature and experience rural Austria. Discover picturesque areas of the Lake Region, well known for the celebrated movie Sound of Music. Make stops at places with breathtaking views. Later, visit Salzburg, the charming birth place of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and enjoy an informative guided walking tour with your local expert tour guide.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 6:45 AM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 7
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $205
- Youth (ages 13–17)
- $205
- Child (ages 5–12)
- $205
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 4.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Basilika St. Michael
Make a stop at the wedding scene of the movie "Sound of Music".
Wolfgangsee Lake
Take stunning pictures at Lake Wolfgang.
Mozart's Birthplace
Take a look at the birth house of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
Red Bull Global Headquarters
Observe the HQ of one of Austria's leading companies.
Schloss Mirabell & Mirabellgarten
Visit the gardens of the Mirabell Palace and the spot where the famous 'Do-Re-Mi' song of Sound of Music was shot.
Mozart's Birthplace
Take pictures with Mozart's birthhouse while your tour guide is giving you information about it.
Salzburg Cathedral
Get some interesting information from your local expert tour guide at Salzburg Cathedral.
Erzabtei Stift St. Peter Salzburg
Discover different parts of the Abbey with your local tour guide.
Salzburger Altstadt
Enjoy your free time in the old town of Salzburg.
What's included
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
WiFi on board
Driver/guide
Guided walking tour in Salzburg
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick-up at your hotel or private apartment in Vienna (except outer districts).
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
171 reviews
How it compares in Vienna
- Starting price $212 is 50% below the typical $428 for tours of similar length in Vienna
Excurgo comparison of 1,204 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is not bookable for children under the age of 5
- A current valid passport (ID for EU citizens) is required on the day of travel
- No luggage allowed
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Salzburg Small-Group Day Trip from Vienna take?
Salzburg Small-Group Day Trip from Vienna lasts about 12–13 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does Salzburg Small-Group Day Trip from Vienna cost?
Prices start at $212 per person for this Vienna experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Salzburg Small-Group Day Trip from Vienna run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 6:45 AM.
How much does Salzburg Small-Group Day Trip from Vienna cost for children?
Children aged 5–12 pay from $205, adults from $205.
Can I cancel Salzburg Small-Group Day Trip from Vienna for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick-up at your hotel or private apartment in Vienna (except outer districts). Pickup points include Hotel Pension Walzerstadt, Hotel Vienna.
What languages is Salzburg Small-Group Day Trip from Vienna offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available This tour is not bookable for children under the age of 5
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Salzburg Small-Group Day Trip from Vienna worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 171 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by White Alligator Tours.
Reviews(171)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
L
Beautiful views of Austria and Sound of music sights.
Excellent day with Peter, our driver, who was a great driver and tour guide through out the trip. He was friendly, engaging and kept our day on time. Highly recommend this trip to see sights from the filming of The Sound of Music. Saw gorgeous views of Austria en route to Salzburg. Our guide in Salzburg was very informative and engaging as well but it was hard to hear her at times with the noise of crowds and construction.
P
Worth seeing.
Long day because of the 3 hour drive each way, but we stopped places to see them and also use restrooms. The towns we visited were beautiful. Lakes were worth visiting. Peter our guide and driver did a great job explaining the history and giving information about these places. Salzburg was worth seeing. We had a local guide there who showed us old town. The guides were all patient. The group was only 4 people. The van was very comfortable.
J
More city feel than we expected
It was a three hour drive to get there. We liked the stops in the small towns and lakes along the way. Once in Salzburg - our guide Thomas was rather dry and unimaginative. Could use many more stories. We enjoyed the free time exploring the cemetery and St. Peter’s church/catacombs - best part of Salzburg. We are sound of music fans and found all the spots from the movie, but did this on our own (not part of the tour). With limited time in Vienna (we had 2.5 days) - would not recommend. If you have longer - then go. Salzburg has more of a city feel that I expected. If you are looking to get away from the hustle and enjoy the countryside - then choose Hallstadt or something similar.
M
It’s a long day and an...
It’s a long day and an uncomfortable ride. Marcos the guide was lovely. The guide in Salzburg not so much. It would have been better touring on our own. Salzburg was just ok. The small little side stops were so much better.
Operator response
Dear Michele_M, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, and we’re sorry the Salzburg part of the day did not meet the standard you expected. We’re glad to hear Marcos made a positive impression and that you enjoyed the smaller stops along the way. We work with a pool of local guides in Salzburg, and while we aim for a consistently high level, we know that is not always the case. We’re sorry your local guide fell short this time. We have taken your comments seriously and will make sure this person is not assigned to our guests again. We hope this experience does not put you off traveling with us in the future, and we would be glad to welcome you back. Kind regards, The White Alligator Tours Team
P
Great,
Driver and tour guide both spoke very good English answered many questions and were very passionate about their country. The driver was very safe!
S
Our tour guide Julia was...
Our tour guide Julia was extremely knowledgeable and made our tour of Salzburg extraordinary. She not only informed us of the history regarding Mozart and his family, but also local traditions such as the Sacher torte, what role salt played in Salzburg’s history, information on the Christmas markets and festivals, and the many gastronomic offerings Salzburg has to offer. I would highly recommend this tour.
P
Expected it to be good, but it was better than that.
That the Austrian Alps and countryside are beautiful is well known. But I had no idea how lovely and impressive Salzburg and some of the smaller towns were. balazs was a good guide and a skillful driver, and Lisa was very knowledgeable about Salzburg.
E
Magical Saltzburg
Great experience, the ride from Vienna to Saltzburg through the Alps was amazing! Saltzburg is a magical place , must see when in Austria 🇦🇹 Both the driver and the tour guide did fantastic job! Highly recommend this tour
S
Best Day in Salzburg!
My small group day trip to Salzburg was one of the best tours I’ve been on so far…mainly due to our tour guide Marcus. He was knowledgeable, funny and a safe driver. Important when you’re driving 3 hours each direction. Made everyone feel comfortable. Salzburg was magnificent, would highly recommend this tour.
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