Itinerary
- Day 1
Villach
Start in Villach by walking through the historic centre. The old town has real character with the Drau river bridge connecting things nicely, and you'll find the promenade offers pleasant strolling. The main square has that Italian feel to it, with architecture and atmosphere that sets the tone for your week ahead.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore historic centre of Villach
- Visit bridge across river Drau
- Walk the promenade
- Explore main square
Landmarks Villach Historic Centre Main Square, Villach 
- Day 2
Lake Wörthersee
A short train ride gets you to Lake Wörthersee for a loop tour on foot. Along the Brahms-promenade, you'll see noble villas dotting the shore. Head up to Hohe Gloriette viewpoint for lake views that stretch across the water. Later, hike through the forest to Lake Forstsee where you can take a proper break, then continue past the casino and palace on your way into Velden.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast
- Leisurely loop tour via peninsula
- Visit viewpoint Hohe Gloriette
- Walk along Brahms-promenade
- Hike through forests and meadows to Lake Forstsee
Optional Activities
- Boat ride on Lake Wörthersee (approximately EUR 20 per person, or alternatively bus ride approximately EUR 3)
Landmarks Lake Wörthersee Brahms-promenade Hohe Gloriette Viewpoint Lake Forstsee Velden Casino and Palace 
- Day 3
Lake Wörthersee
Start with forest paths leading to Teixelkreuz, then climb Pyramidenkogel's viewpoint tower for panoramic views toward Slovenia. The descent is different from the way up, thanks to Europe's highest enclosed slide taking you back down quickly. Afterward, a leisurely boat ride crosses the lake to Maria Wörth, where you'll see the peninsula and church from the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast
- Hike to Teixelkreuz
- Climb Pyramidenkogel viewpoint tower
- Descend via Europe's highest enclosed slide
- Boat ride across Lake Wörthersee to view Maria Wörth
Landmarks Teixelkreuz Pyramidenkogel Maria Wörth Church Maria Wörth Peninsula 
- Day 4
Seeboden - Döbriach
Take the train through Drautal valley into Spittal. From there, walk through castle grounds to find the Renaissance palace Porcia. The Lieser Schlucht gorge walk is quite something, with the gorge opening up to Lake Millstätter See at Seeboden. A lakeside trail follows with deep blue water views most of the way, and then a boat ride takes you to Döbriach for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast
- Train journey through Drautal valley to Spittal
- Walk through castle grounds
- Visit Renaissance palace Porcia
- Hike through Lieser Schlucht gorge
- Lakeside trail walk along Lake Millstätter See
- Boat ride to Döbriach
Landmarks Porcia Palace Lieser Schlucht Gorge Lake Millstätter See Seeboden - Day 5
Döbriach
Stay in Döbriach and pick what calls to you. Ascend to Sternenbalkon for views across the entire lake and into the Central Alps. Or try the panorama path to Glanz, or attempt the Hohe Wand rockface. You could also do loop tours using dirt tracks and lakeside paths, stopping for a swim in Döbriacher Bucht if the mood strikes.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast
- Choice of hiking activities in Döbriach
Optional Activities
- Ascend to Sternenbalkon viewpoint
- Hike panorama path to Glanz
- Climb Hohe Wand rockface
- Loop tour via dirt tracks and lakeside paths
- Swimming in Döbriacher Bucht bay
Landmarks Sternenbalkon Glanz Hohe Wand Rockface Döbriacher Bucht Bay 
- Day 6
Feld am See
Follow the Juwelenweg path toward Radenthein in the Nock Mountains and stop at Kaslabaen dairy for a cheese tasting. The route continues through forests and across open meadows, eventually reaching a wildlife park. By afternoon, you'll get to Feld on Lake Brennsee, where jumping into the cool water is a good idea after the hike.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast
- Hike along Juwelenweg path
- Cheese tasting at Kaslabän dairy
- Visit wildlife park
Optional Activities
- Swimming in Lake Brennsee at Feld
Landmarks Juwelenweg Trail Radenthein Nock Mountains Wildlife Park Lake Brennsee Feld am See 
- Day 7
Villach
Hike the lake trail to Finsterbach waterfalls and keep going to Peterslewand rockface, where there's a viewpoint pavilion for taking in the scenery. If you have energy, the cable car option goes up to Gerlitzen for alpine pasture loops and mountain hut visits. In the afternoon, fit in a boat ride on Lake Ossiacher See, then head back to Villach by train to wrap up the week.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast
- Hike along lake trail to Finsterbach waterfalls
- Visit Peterslewand rockface viewpoint pavilion
- Boat ride on Lake Ossiacher See
- Train journey back to Villach
Optional Activities
- Cable car ascent to Gerlitzen
- Loop tour on alpine pastures with mountain hut visits
Landmarks Finsterbach Waterfalls Peterslewand Rockface Gerlitzen Lake Ossiacher See - Day 8
Departure
This is the end of your itinerary. You can depart, or if timing works out, there's a chance to extend your stay in the region.
