Top 12 Austrian Alps Day Trips from Vienna

1.Hallstatt & Alpine Peaks Day Trip with Skywalk Lift

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5,458 reviews · from $131Our pick

Ride from Vienna into the UNESCO-listed Salzkammergut, stopping at Schloss Ort before time in Hallstatt for the Skywalk and village lanes. The English-speaking guide varies by departure; guides such as Sofia, Lilly, Dasha, and Lidia have led trips. Expect a full 13-hour day, long bus rides, and free time to explore on your own.

“Sofía is the best, she told us all the good spots in Hallstatt and made the day trip really entertaining!”

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2.Hallstatt, Mountains & Alpine Lakes Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 377 reviews · 13 hours · from $108Best value

Ride from Vienna to Schloss Ort and Hallstatt with an English-speaking guide, stopping for photos at the castle’s famous wooden bridge. You get up to three hours in Hallstatt for a lakeside walk, lunch or optional boat ride and Skywalk visit. The trade-off is a long day, with about eight hours on the road.

“We had a very enjoyable but tiring day. Felt it overpriced but would recommend it. Guide was very knowledgeable and considerate of the passengers. My friend told her before boarding of her mobility issues and took this into consideration.”

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3.Hallstatt & Alpine Peaks Day Trip with Admont Abbey

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 292 reviews · 13 hours · from $163

Travel from Vienna by coach through the Austrian Alps to Admont Abbey and Hallstatt. The tour includes entry to the abbey, a guided walk in Hallstatt, and time to explore on your own. English-speaking guides such as Lilli, Dasha, and Petar have brought the journey to life with stories about Austria and its places. Expect a long day, scenic roads, and limited time at each stop.

“This place was the sole reason for my vacation. The journey I took to reach this place came with a few sacrifices of rest and sleep but it was totally worth it. The beautiful journey starts from Vienna to this small village Hallstatt which is so awesome with snow-peaked Alps on both sides of the road , If you are lucky it might snow the whole day which makes it more beautiful (I was lucky enough) and mesmerizing experience. When you reach the village it's just so unreal that its jaw-dropping beauty. The famous picture of the village with alps moutions in the background is a must, this view was…”

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4.Alpine Hallstatt Day Trip from Vienna incl. Admont Abbey Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 194 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $167

Travel from Vienna through the Austrian Alps to Admont Abbey and Hallstatt, with a guide, round-trip transport, and abbey admission included. Expect a long day on the road, around 2.5 hours in Hallstatt, and a short stop at Traunkirchen or Ort Castle. Guides may include Dasha, Sofia, or Tara, and some tours run in English and Russian.

“My only complaints were: 1. The bus did not have charging ports for phones 2. The tour guide did not stop talking. Whilst she was very knowledgeable- 3 straight hours of her talking was unbearable.”

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5.Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 126 reviews · 12 hours · from $151

Travel from Vienna to Salzburg and the Salzkammergut, with a guided city walk past Mirabell Gardens, Mozart’s birthplace, the cathedral, and St. Peter’s Abbey, plus photo stops at Mondsee and Wolfgangsee. English commentary may be shared with Russian, and hotel pickup is optional.

“The trip was excellent, Alex was a great driver and guide. There was only 4 in the tour which made the tour very private and enables us to see a lot more. Natasha the guide in Salzburg was very informative and friendly. Could not faul the trip and would recommended”

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6.Hallstatt, Salzburg, Melk, Alps & Lakes Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 115 reviews · from $158

Travel about 660 km from Vienna by air-conditioned vehicle, stopping at Melk, Hallstatt and Salzburg. Your English-speaking guide handles the long drives and shares information along the way, while you explore each town on your own. Guides such as Lilly and Peter have been praised for clear advice and attentive pacing. Expect roughly 45 minutes in Melk, 1.5 hours in Hallstatt and 2 hours in Salzburg.

“The trip was great! Perfect for someone who does not have the luxury to spend more time in each city in Austria. The transport was comfortable, the driving safe and punctual. Our guide Petar was so nice and took great pictures!”

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7.Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 24 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $155

Travel from Vienna by air-conditioned minivan or coach for a full day in Salzburg and the Salzkammergut. A guide leads a Salzburg walk past Mirabell Gardens, Mozart sites, the cathedral, and St. Peter’s Abbey, with free time afterward. Photo stops include Mondsee and St. Gilgen. Expect roughly 13 hours on the road and in town.

“A beautiful scenic drive from Vienna to Salzburg. Everyone in my group really loved Salzburg. Real pity we were only there for the day. Would have loved to stay a bit longer. Would love to experience the town with a lot less tourist to share it with. Our guide had to describe the tour in 3 different languages which is quite amazing to me. Very talented and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend this tour.”

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8.4-Hour Private Alpine Hiking Tour ‘In the footsteps of king Lionheart’

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $277Top rated

Leave Vienna at 8 a.m. for a private, guided hike above the Danube in the Wachau. The four-hour route links forest, vineyards, viewpoints and Dürnstein’s castle ruins, with time to explore the town afterward. Guide Michael is praised for his local history, nature knowledge and trail photos. Expect a full day, proper boots and some steep, exposed terrain.

“My husband and I did this tour with Michael as our guide, and we thoroughly enjoyed it. It’s lovely to get out of the cities and see some of Austria from a different vantage point, experiencing its nature and wildlife. The valley and forest here are simply stunning and a must-see. Michael was great to talk to along the way and was always ready with the camera to capture the moments and the surroundings.”

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9.4-Hour Private Alpine Great George at High Wall Mountain from Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $277

Leave Vienna at 8 am for a guided hike in Hohe Wand Nature Park, with round-trip transport and guide Michael. Expect a quieter route through the Great Gorge, steep terrain, ladders, rock formations and a small former show cave. The outing lasts about seven hours, including the drive, and suits hikers with steady footing and a head for heights.

“This hike was the highlight of our whole trip to Austria. The climb up was unexpectedly beautiful and different and climb down was really fun. The whole hike was just a little bit extreme, but we are really inexperienced with mountain hiking, so maybe it is a normal trek for others. :D The guide was amazing and patient, showed us spots and caves along the hike and took pictures of us, so we have proof that we did it!”

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10.4-Hour Private Alpine Hiking Tour ‘Matterhorn of the Prealps’

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $231

Meet at Vienna’s Hauptbahnhof at 8:00 am for a roughly seven-hour outing to Gaisstein, called the Matterhorn of the Prealps for its dramatic rock walls. Your guide adjusts the hike to weather and ability. The hike is private to your group; transfer arrangements are described as shared.

“A great trip! Location was perfect. The right amount of exercise. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the area, history and local flora and fauna. Had nice opportunities for breaks and even though it rained, our guide had a backup plan that made the experience even more fun! Highly recommend this tour!”

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11.Exploring the Gutenstein Alps

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $263

Leave Vienna by private transfer for a guided, 9 km hike through Steinwandklamm, forest paths, waterfalls and open pastures, with views of Schneeberg. A certified guide leads the walk in English or German. The group is limited to four, and the gorge entrance fee is an extra €7 in cash.

“Karin is an excellent hike tour guide and the most pleasant person. Her English is great and she provides a wonderful perspective. Highly recommend to take a day from Vienna and see the countryside and mountains. This is a moderate level hike so be sure to bring some water and shoes with good traction.”

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12.Private tour of Hallstatt and Salzburg through beautiful Alps

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

Leave Vienna at 8 am with a private driver for Hallstatt and Salzburg, spending about three hours in each. You get hotel pickup, private transport, tolls and parking included, plus a choice of free time or a guided tour in Salzburg. Driver Timo has shown flexibility with requested changes, though extra time costs €30 per hour.

“We had a wonderful time. Timo, our driver, was super accommodating. People in our group wanted to see Mauthausen Concentration Camp and Timo adjusted and took us there. Also, we ended up having such a good time in Hallstatt that we ended up wanting to spend Read more”

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