Tyrol Temptations
Holiday brief
Last year we ran a 14 day trip to Austria, which some folk said was too long and
too expensive
– so how’s this – an eight day trip that combines the charms of delightful Salzburg with a
wonderful stay amid the valleys of the Tyrol. We will
privately hire steam trains and boats to provide the ultimate rail tour of this area in
Austria.
‘Must see’ Hallstadt
OUTLINE ITINERARY
Special Note: This holiday and price is based on starting and finishing Salzburg. Travel to
Salzburg is inexpensive by air from the UK, but we can also arrange for travel
by rail from London. Our courier for this trip will travel by rail
– out on Friday, taking all day to reach Salzburg and returning over two days the
following Friday. Please contact us for advice, schedules and prices for these
options.
Friday – Arrive Salzburg and check into Hotel StieglBrau. An evening meal is included
tonight.
Saturday – The first of six memorable days touring see us off to the mountains today for
an exclusive cog rail, steam packed, trip from Wolfgang up the Schafberg
Mountain. The day continues with a privately hired boat on the lake, followed
by a trip to the
“must see” Hallstadt. We return to Salzburg by train and your evening is free.
Sunday – North east of Salzburg is a superb standard gauge railway museum, and a great
steam hauled railroad
– so it’s off to Ampflwang for the morning. Narrow gauge electric follows as we transfer
to beautiful Attersee to enjoy our second scenic lake trip.
Monday – We are off to the Tyrol today by coach and train. Marvellous mountain views
from the train, another privately hired narrow gauge steam train from Zell am
Zee and, finally, over the stunning Gerlos Pass to Zell am Ziller
– what a day!
Tuesday/Wednesday – We are here to enjoy the famous Zillertalbahn, with steam of course, the
Achenseebahn
– Austria’s only 100% steam operated mountain railway and the classic combo
OUR HOTELS
Hotel StieglBrau, Salzburg
Perfectly positioned equidistant between the railway station and the town
centre, the StieglBrau is 3 star standard with very comfortable rooms, a good
standard restaurant and pleasant bar/patio. A warm and friendly place.
Hotel Brau, Zell am Zillertal
With the famous Zillertalbahn stopping just round the corner from our hotel we
are, again, perfectly positioned. Hotel Brau is another 3 star standard hotel
with extremely pleasant bar, restaurant and lounge areas. Rooms are large and
very well appointed.
with the cruise on Achensee.
During the two full days here we will also enjoy a trip up the Zillertal Alps to
see the Hintertux Glacier, and Innsbruck is a must for trams and views.
Thursday – We head back to Salzburg today, and feature a true holiday highlight en route – the amazing Eagle’s Nest at Berchtesgaden – without doubt one of the mountain top locations in Europe. Arrival back at
Salzburg will be in time for you to enjoy a relaxing afternoon and last
evening.
Friday – Head home today, by air directly or by train via Aachen, with an overnight stay
in a city centre hotel, arriving in London mid-afternoon on Saturday.
Price Note: This holiday may seem expensive but it includes a lot of exclusive
arrangements, an evening meal in Salzburg and evening meals on all three
evenings in Zell am Ziller.
Date & Price
Tour Ref: TT8/1
Friday May 2nd (8 days)
£829.00 based on €1.40 to the £
Price Variation
Single supplement £100.00
See booking conditions for currency
fluctuation clause
Austrian connections
