Eagle's Nest and Hallstatt Private Tour from Salzburg

Eagle's Nest and Hallstatt Private Tour from Salzburg

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About This Tour in Salzburg

Combine two of our most popular private tours, The Eagle's Nest and Hallstatt into a memorable day and get the most of your time. Start the morning with a tour through the Bavarian Alps and explore Adolf Hitler's World War II lairs, visit the Nazi leader's  mountaintop retreat the Eagle's Nest. Experience the building and its bird's-eye views before we descend to Obersalzberg from where we make our way to Hallstatt. Drive along the emerald-green Fuschlsee and stop at its castle; take a picture from a great view point above the town of St Gilgen where Mozart's mother was born. You will have 2 hours to explore Hallstatt, where you can visit all the hidden gems and of course the must-sees and enjoy 7000 years of history. On our way back to Salzburg we will make a short stop at the Gosausee with the glistening Dachstein glacier as its backdrop.

Why Visit Salzburg?

Salzburg, Austria offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Salzburg provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Salzburg

You can reach Salzburg, Austria by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city is well-connected by public transportation, including trains, buses, and metro systems. Taxis and rideshare services are also readily available. Train connections from major European cities make Salzburg easily accessible by rail as well.

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local guide
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Transport by air-conditioned luxury Mercedes minivan

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Travelers must inform us of the age, hight, and weight of the children/infants. According to the European Union law, children under the age of 12 or shorter the 150cm must be seated in appropriate car seat

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers

Pickup Time: 5 minutes before departure

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

We will pick you up from your hotel or any location in the city of Salzburg

We will pick you up from your hotel or any location in the city of Salzburg.

We leave the city of Salzburg driving south...

We leave the city of Salzburg driving south to the German boarder, your private guide will explain you the history of the city of Salzburg and how, for many years, it was a independent principality ruled by the catholic church and the importance of salt and how it influenced the growth of the city. Other points of interest will be explained on route to the next location.

On our way to Obersalzberg bus terminal we... 10 minutes

On our way to Obersalzberg bus terminal we will have a couple of great picture stops. Your private guide will show you where everything was located between 1933 and 1945. Places such as the Berghof grounds, entrance to the bunkers, SS barracks and much more. After giving you a mental picture and spacial orientation of the mountain, a scale model at the bus terminal will help you understand where everything was located.

Visit the Eagle Nest with your private guide 2 hours

Visit the Eagle Nest with your private guide. From the Eagle’s Nest bus terminal. You will board a specially equipped mountain bus for a breath-taking ride up the 4 mile road, with its 27% incline to a rocky plateau. From there we will walk through a 406ft (124 meter) long tunnel, leading us directly to the original WWII brass elevator that will transport you up through the heart of the Kehlstein mountain for another 406ft, straight into the Eagle’s Nest itself. After a tour through the Eagle’s Nest, you will have some free time to enjoy the view or have refreshments.

Enjoy dramatic views above the Lake Wolfgang and the town of St 5 minutes

Enjoy dramatic views above the Lake Wolfgang and the town of St. Gilgen. This is the area that was shown during the opening scene of the Sound of Music.

In Hallstatt, your private guide will point out... 1 hour 30 minutes

In Hallstatt, your private guide will point out all the hidden gems of the town, which include a beautiful photo spot of Hallstatt, Charnel House (Bone House), Hallstatt Museum, Hallstatt Waterfall "Waldbachstrub", the Sky View Platform, Hallstatt's local residence area and more. You will have 2 hours to explore Hallstatt with all its sights, as well as have lunch at one of the beautiful lake side restaurants in Hallstatt (lunch not included in price).

Marvel at the Gosausee, with the glistening Dachstein glacier as its backdrop 10 minutes

Marvel at the Gosausee, with the glistening Dachstein glacier as its backdrop.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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