Austria and Germany Tours & Trips
Imagine lands where classical music meets Alpine majesty. Visit Vienna's grand imperial palaces, or head to Salzburg's Sound of Music hills. Maybe you want to visit Munich's historic beer halls, or check out Innsbruck, Hallstatt's lakeside beauty, and Neuschwanstein's fairytale towers. For mountain magic, it has to be the Romantic Road, Garmisch, and Berchtesgaden. The perfect blend.
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Eduardo • traveled in July
We loved the trip. Had excellent weather and a wonderful, organized, personable, and knowledgeable tour guide (Corinne). I really enjoyed the small group. I came away with a whole new (positive) picture of Paris as a result. The hotel was a small one, the breakfast was satisfactory and the sites were beautiful. This was our second Eskapas trip and we'll be seeing you again in another location!
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BRION • traveled in June
Hotels:- Excellent in Berlin; Fair to good in Prague, Salzburg, Vienna; Good in Budapest; poor in Innsbruck. Breakfasts good all round. Local guides:- excellent in Vienna, good in Prague, OK in Budapest
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A • traveled in August
Wonderful experience. This was quite a trip, with incredible places to see and an unforgettable experience, culturally and culinary. Our guide Angela is a knowledgeable, kind, and very approachable person, always happy to answer any question with much detail. It was a pleasure to have her as a guide. We had also local guides in Prague and Vienna, both cultured and a pleasure to listen to. I come back home very enriched.
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Best of Central Europe Tour
30 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We had a great time in Paris and I am glad that we was able to experience a lot of sites.”
April, traveled in April
Duration 10 days Destinations Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Eskapas From $4,917
3% Off- NZ$4,770You save $148
Berlin and Imperial Capitals
28 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The guided tours of beautiful cities were excellent, the accommodation was mostly pretty good.”
Lynette, traveled in January
Austria and Germany's imperial heritage unfolds across 6 cities, from Berlin's Museum Island to Innsbruck's Golden Roof. The Swarovski Museum dazzles visitors, while Lake Traunsee offers serene cruising past four castles. Guided tours and authentic dining in Vienna's wine district complete this cultural journey.
Duration 10 days Destinations Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
3% Off- NZ$2,661
Eastern Whispers
39 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It's an amazing tour and I will tell others the excitement and the beautiful places in the Central European countries.”
RUBEN, traveled in October
Alpine grandeur awaits from Munich's historic center to Innsbruck's Golden Roof. The dazzling Swarovski Museum, Kitzbühel's legendary ski resort, and Austria's cultural gems including Mozart's Salzburg and Vienna's majestic palaces create an unforgettable adventure.
Duration 8 days Destinations Czech Republic, Germany, Austria, Hungary Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
3% Off- NZ$2,127
Grand European Tour Budapest to Amsterdam
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Excellent organisation and care of clients.”
Margaret, traveled in July
Austria's grand Melk Abbey and Vienna's baroque Opera House precede German adventures. The UNESCO-listed Regensburg medieval center, Würzburg's ornate Bishops' Residenz palace, and the Romantic Road to Rothenburg create lasting memories. Marksburg Castle and Cologne's Gothic cathedral complete the journey.
Duration 15 days Destinations Hungary, Austria, Germany, Netherlands Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Viking Cruises From
3% Off- NZ$10,080
Winter Wonderland (Classic)
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Accommodation were central locations & in most cases good size rooms.”
Janine, traveled in December
Winter charm unfolds from Munich's Hofbräuhaus to Salzburg's Mozart birthplace. Horse-drawn carriage rides in Innsbruck, traditional Lebkuchen at Salzburg's Christmas Market, and Munich's Marienplatz with its Gothic Town Hall create magical moments. The Westin Grand Munich provides premium accommodation.
Duration 9 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, Switzerland Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Insight Vacations From
3% Off- NZ$5,255
Exploring the Alpine Countries Austria - Germany - Switzerland (Vienna to Lucerne) (2025)
25 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“great tour, beautiful scenery.”
Paul, traveled in July
The magnificent 1,440-room Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna sets the tone before Salzburg's musical heritage unfolds. Bavaria reveals Munich's Rathaus-Glockenspiel and lodging at Hotel Alte Post in Oberammergau. King Ludwig II's lavish Linderhof Palace showcases Versailles-inspired halls.
Duration 12 days Destinations Austria, Germany, Switzerland Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From $7,999
3% Off- NZ$7,799You save $200
Duration 16 days Destinations Switzerland, Germany, France, Austria, Hungary Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Avalon Waterways From
3% Off- NZ$15,503+$853 upfront costs
Duration 18 days Destinations Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator WiseYatra From $6,532
30% Off- NZ$4,572You save $1,959
Alpine Christmas Markets (Classic)
18 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Magnificent experience of a European Christmas. This tour is expertly organised with a great mixture of organised experiences.”
Michelle, traveled in December
Mozart's birthplace in Salzburg, a horse-drawn carriage ride in Innsbruck, and Munich's Residenz create lasting memories. Carefully selected hotels across Bavaria and Austria provide comfort, while special dinners at Swarovski Crystal Worlds and local restaurants serve regional specialties with wine pairings.
Duration 9 days Destinations Germany, Austria, France, Switzerland Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Insight Vacations From
30% Off- NZ$6,194
The S.S. Beatrice glides past landmarks from Melk's baroque abbey to Würzburg's Residence palace. Wine tastings in Wachau Valley, Nuremberg's WWII sites, and medieval Bamberg unfold while luxury accommodations with Savoir® beds provide comfort.
Duration 15 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Hungary Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From $12,999
12% Off- NZ$11,499You save $1,500
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- Solo Travelers445 tours
- Couples466 tours
- Young Adults (18 - 39)5 tours
- Seniors (50+)258 tours
Best time to visit Austria and Germany
- Winter 2025 / 2026
The Christmas market season really brings out the best of Central Europe's winter charm. Our winter routes connect Munich's bustling Marienplatz markets with the more laid-back local scenes in Salzburg and Innsbruck. There's something special about Rothenburg ob der Tauber, where you can find Christmas spirit any time of year in its year-round Christmas shop. The alpine tours mix cultural highlights like Mozart's birthplace in Salzburg with cozy winter traditions - think horse-drawn sleigh rides through snowy Tyrol and evening Glühwein tastings in Vienna's historic Grinzing district. The real magic comes from meeting local market vendors and learning how they've kept traditional crafts alive through generations.
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- Spring 2026
River cruising between Amsterdam and Budapest hits its sweet spot in spring, when riverside flowers bloom and temperatures are just right for exploring. Our travelers love how flexible these trips are - you can start your morning cycling along the Rhine and end up wine tasting in the Wachau Valley that same day. Spring's perfect for exploring riverside towns without the summer crowds; you'll have space to wander through Regensburg's medieval streets or take your time at Bratislava's hilltop castle. The spring programs include some nice touches like private concerts in Vienna's baroque palaces and visits to Schönbrunn Palace when its gardens are showing their best colors.
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- Summer 2026
Summer routes through Austria and Germany make good use of those long daylight hours, connecting Prague's historic areas through Munich's lively beer gardens and into Austria's alpine regions. You'll spend your days cruising Traunsee Lake past four different castles, riding cable cars in the Kitzbühel Alps and exploring the outdoor gardens at Swarovski Crystal World. Our customers really appreciate how these trips balance guided walks through Vienna's grand streets with free time to find their own favorite spots - maybe a family-run café or local wine tavern. The evenings are special too, with boat rides on Budapest's Danube when all the city lights come on.
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- Fall / Autumn 2026
Fall in Central Europe means perfect weather for exploring both cities and wine regions. Popular autumn routes start in Prague's Old Town before heading through Germany's Rhine Valley, where hillside vineyards turn golden. You'll meet winemakers in Rüdesheim, try new wines in traditional taverns and visit family schnapps distilleries tucked away in medieval towns. Our travelers tell us autumn's their favorite time - there are fewer tourists around and more chances to join in local harvest festivals and wine celebrations, especially in spots like Vienna's Grinzing district.
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What can visitors join in when it comes to local culture in Austria and Germany?
You'll find amazing folk traditions alive and well across both countries. In Austria's Tyrol region especially around Kitzbühel you can jump right into Schuhplattler folk dancing during their summer festivals it's really something special. Vienna's got this incredible classical music scene and you really should try to catch a performance at the Musikverein or Staatsoper they're absolutely stunning venues. Over in Germany Oktoberfest is the big one running from mid-September into October in Munich where you can watch the traditional first-barrel tapping it's quite the spectacle. The Christmas markets are incredible too particularly Nuremberg's market in the Hauptmarkt and Dresden's historic Striezelmarkt which has been running since 1434 and puts on this amazing Stollen pastry parade.
Where can you find the best natural areas away from the cities and how do you get there?
The Austrian Alps are just spectacular especially in Hohe Tauern National Park where you've got these really well-marked hiking trails and the incredible Grossglockner High Alpine Road the views are just breathtaking. Getting to the Bavarian Forest National Park is pretty straightforward just hop on a regional train from Munich to Grafenau and you're right there with all these ancient woodlands and wildlife viewing platforms. The Wachau Valley along the Danube between Melk and Krems is absolutely gorgeous combining vineyards and medieval castles you can explore it by river cruise or bike the paths. Germany's Black Forest is another favorite with the Westweg trail connecting beautiful towns like Baden-Baden and Freiburg the hiking routes are really well marked and you can use the mountain railways to get around.
Which places are worth visiting but don't get too crowded?
There's this beautiful town called Hallstatt in Austria's Salzkammergut region with these amazing prehistoric salt mines and traditional lake houses if you go early morning you'll beat the crowds. Rothenburg ob der Tauber on Germany's Romantic Road is just incredible with its 14th-century walls still intact and these fascinating night watchman tours. Passau's really interesting where three rivers come together and has Europe's largest cathedral organ with 17974 pipes. Then there's Bamberg in Bavaria which surprisingly doesn't get too many visitors despite being a UNESCO site it's got this unique island town hall and they make this interesting smoky beer.
What are the must-try local dishes and where should you eat them?
The food scene is amazing in both countries. In Vienna you've got to try real Wiener Schnitzel it's actually protected by law to be made with veal and Plachutta restaurants do it perfectly. For traditional dishes head to historic places like Griechenbeisl from 1447 for their authentic Tafelspitz. In Munich the Viktualienmarkt is where you'll find proper Weisswurst but remember it's only served until noon that's the tradition. Berlin's famous currywurst was created by Herta Heuwer back in 1949 and Curry 36 in Kreuzberg makes it just right. In Nuremberg they take their Rostbratwurst seriously it's got protected status and has to be made just so the traditional Bratwursthäuser are your best bet for trying it.
How do you get around Austria and Germany?
The transport system in both countries is really efficient. Austria's ÖBB trains especially the panoramic Railjets connect major cities every couple hours while Germany's ICE network hits speeds up to 300km/h and runs from early morning till midnight. If you're in Vienna the U-Bahn runs all night on weekends which is super convenient. The German Autobahn is famous for having no general speed limit though they recommend staying around 130km/h. For getting around regions there are great deals like Bavaria's Bayern-Ticket for unlimited daily travel. The best part is both countries' systems work really well together and you can book cross-border tickets right through Deutsche Bahn's website.