Itinerary
- Day 1
Villach
You'll arrive in Villach and spend your first day getting to know the old town's character. Start by wandering through the historic streets, taking in the architecture and local shops. Cross the Drau bridge for views along the water, then take your time on the riverside promenade where it's nice to just walk and observe. The main square has an Italian feel to it, so grab a coffee or lunch there and watch the locals. It's a relaxed introduction to the region.
Optional Activities
- Explore the beautiful old town of Villach
- Walk across the Drau bridge
- Stroll along the riverside promenade
- Discover Italian flair on the main square
Landmarks Villach Old Town Drau Bridge 
- Day 2
Lake Wörthersee
A short train ride takes you to Lake Wörthersee for a full day of walking. You'll start by checking out the elegant villas along the Brahmspromenade, then head up to Hohe Gloriette where the turquoise-green lake views are worth the climb. After that, walk through the green forests to reach Forstsee. Later, continue along the lakeside promenade past the casino and castle on your way to Velden. It's a good mix of cultural sights and natural scenery.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train ride to Lake Wörthersee
- Walking tour around the peninsula
- Discover villas on the Brahmspromenade
- Visit the Hohe Gloriette viewpoint
- Walk through forests to Forstsee
- Stroll past casino and castle to Velden
Landmarks Lake Wörthersee Brahmspromenade Hohe Gloriette Forstsee 
- Day 3
Maria Wörth
Morning involves hiking through forest paths to reach Teixelkreuz, then climbing Pyramidenkogel lookout tower for panoramic views that stretch all the way to the Slovenian mountains. After taking in the views, you'll descend via Europe's highest closed slide, which is a fun change of pace. In the afternoon, take a boat across the lake to see the famous peninsula and church of Maria Wörth from the water. It's quite a full day with a good variety of activities.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike to Teixelkreuz
- Climb Pyramidenkogel lookout tower
- Descend via Europe's highest closed slide
- Boat trip across the lake
- View Maria Wörth church and peninsula from the water
Landmarks Teixelkreuz Pyramidenkogel Lookout Tower Maria Wörth Church - Day 4
Lake Millstätter See - Döbriach
Train travels through the Drau Valley to Spittal in the morning. Once there, you'll explore the castle park and the Renaissance Porcia Castle before hiking through the spectacular Lieser Gorge to reach Seeboden on Lake Millstätter See. Follow the riverside path along the water with beautiful deep blue lake views, then finish the day with a boat crossing to Döbriach where you're staying overnight. It's a day that combines history with serious hiking and water travel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train ride through Drau Valley to Spittal
- Stroll through castle park
- Visit Porcia Castle
- Hike through Lieser Gorge
- Riverside path walk to Seeboden
- Boat crossing to Döbriach
Landmarks Porcia Castle Lieser Gorge Lake Millstätter See Seeboden 
- Day 5
Döbriach
You'll spend a full day in the hiking village of Döbriach with choices based on what appeals to you. Climb to Sternenbalkon for panoramic views across the entire lake to the Central Alps, or try the panoramic trail to Glanz. Hohe Wand is another option, or you could explore field and lakeside paths where swimming opportunities exist in Döbriach bay. Pick what sounds right for your energy level and interests that day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Climb to Sternenbalkon viewpoint
- Hike panoramic trail to Glanz
- Climb Hohe Wand
- Explore field and lakeside paths around Döbriach
- Swimming in Döbriach bay
Landmarks Sternenbalkon Glanz Hohe Wand Döbriach Bay - Day 6
Feld am Brennsee
The Jewel Trail leads you to Radenthein in the Nockberge mountains where you'll do a cheese tasting at the Kaslab'n cheese dairy. Afterward, continue walking through forest and meadow paths to reach the wildlife park to see various animals. Later, head to Feld am Brennsee where you can take a refreshing dip in the cool water to finish the day. It's a nice mix of cultural experience, nature, and a chance to cool off.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike the Jewel Trail to Radenthein
- Cheese tasting at Kaslab'n cheese dairy
- Walk through forest and meadow paths to wildlife park
- Visit wildlife park
- Reach Feld am Brennsee
- Swimming in Brennsee
Landmarks Radenthein Nockberge Mountains Kaslab'n Cheese Dairy Wildlife Park Brennsee - Day 7
Villach
Hike the lake trail with its ups and downs to reach the Finsterbach waterfalls and viewing pavilion at Peterlewand. If you want more, you can take the mountain railroad to Gerlitzen for an alpine round with mountain huts. In the afternoon, a boat trip on Lake Ossiach gives your legs a break. Then a short train ride brings you back to Villach where you'll celebrate the week with a drink on the main square.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike lake trail to Finsterbach waterfalls
- Visit viewing pavilion at Peterlewand
- Boat trip on Lake Ossiach
- Train ride back to Villach
- Celebration drink on Villach main square
Optional Activities
- Mountain railroad to Gerlitzen with alpine round to mountain huts
Landmarks Finsterbach Waterfalls Peterlewand Viewing Pavilion Lake Ossiach Gerlitzen - Day 8
Departure
Depart after breakfast at your own pace. This gives you time to pack, grab a meal, and head out whenever works best for your travel plans.
- Meals
- Breakfast
