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From Vienna/Salzburg: Hallstatt Day Trip by Bus

Couple overlooking Hallstatt village and lake with mountains in the background on a day trip from Vienna.
Colorful buildings and central fountain in Hallstatt village square, Austria.
Boat docked at Hallstatt lake with mountains in the background, part of Vienna day trip.
Boat ride view of Hallstatt village and lake on a day trip from Vienna.

Duration

5 hr 30 min - 12 hr

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers included

    • Explore Hallstatt on a seamless day trip, complete with round-trip transport and a guided city walk for rich local insights.

    • Journey through Austria’s scenic Salzkammergut region, passing tranquil lakes and charming Alpine villages along the way.

    • Witness Hallstatt’s 7,000-year story, from salt mining to skull painting, through vivid legends and local lore shared by your expert guide.

    • Enjoy seasonal experiences, a relaxing boat ride on Lake Hallstatt in summer or a visit to the historic ossuary in winter.

    • Choose a trip from Vienna (English tour) or Salzburg (English & German tour) to suit your language preference and departure city.

    • Full-day bus tour from Vienna or Salzburg (as per option selected)

    • English or German-speaking guide (as per option selected)

    • Guided city walk in Hallstatt

    • Round-trip transfers by bus

    • Boat ride on Lake Hallstatt (summer only)

    • Ossuary visit (winter only)

    • Hotel pick-up & drop-off

    • Entrance fees to attractions

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Amazing views, on time, 3 hours trip in my opinion is good enough for the area
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    Dec, 2024Verified booking

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    The convenience of getting there is the best part. The walking tour was great. We had plenty of time to explore Hallstatt by ourselves as well.
  • What to bring

    • Bring comfortable walking shoes, as the tour includes walking on uneven surfaces and cobblestone streets.

    • Carry weather-appropriate clothing, as conditions can change quickly in the mountains.

    • Don’t forget your camera to capture the scenic views.

    • Bring cash or a credit card for meals, drinks, and entrance fees to attractions in Hallstatt, as these are not included.

    What’s not allowed

    • Pets are not allowed on this experience.

    • Large luggage and oversized bags may not be permitted on the bus or during the walking tour.

    • Smoking and consumption of alcohol are not permitted on the bus.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

    • The tour involves walking on uneven surfaces and may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility.

    Additional information

    • The exact pick-up time will be confirmed the day before your tour via email or phone.

    • The boat ride on Lake Hallstatt operates only during the summer season (14 April – 2 November) and is not available in winter.

    • Please arrive at the designated meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID to your tour guide.

    • Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid delays.

    • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.

    Get Directions to the Meeting Point

    Getting There

    • By bus: Take bus #2A to Kärntner Straße station which is right in front of the meeting point.

    • By tram: Take trams #1, #2, #71, D, or U2Z to the Oper, Karlsplatz U station. From there, it is a 1-min walk to the meeting point.

    • By metro: Take line U1 or U4 to the Karlsplatz subway station. From there, it is a 2-min walk to the meeting point.

    Validity

    This ticket is valid for the date selected during checkout.

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