Little Trains of the Spectacular Austrian Tyrol
Little Trains of the Spectacular Austrian Tyrol
Little Trains of the Spectacular Austrian Tyrol
12 Days Starting in Belgium and ending in Neusser Str. 265, 50733 Köln, Germany
Visiting: Belgium, Tyrol, Mayrhofen, Zillertal, Fügen, Kitzbuhel, Krimml, Zell am See, Niedernsill, Niederau, St. Wolfgang, Achen Lake, Salzburg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber
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Tour code:
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
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Tour Overview
Enjoy exhilarating rail rides, awesome Alpine scenery and traditional Tyrolean hospitality as you explore the very best of Austria. Join us as we journey through the amazing Alps on some of Europe’s most spectacular railways. Experience panoramic views on the Zillertal narrow railway, make an unforgettable rail journey through the mountains on the Pinzgau train and explore the stylish ski town of Kitzbuhel. With the opportunity to visit the Tyrolean capital of Innsbruck and see the famous sights such as the Golden Roof, as well as being able to ascend the mighty Schafberg Mountain by cog railway, this best-selling holiday, also includes a 12-day 'Extra Leisure' option.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Travel To Belgium
Location: Belgium
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: City-style hotels
Meals Included: No Meals
Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to Belgium for an overnight stay.
Day 2 : Continue To Austrian Tyrol
Location: Tyrol
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4 Star Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Continue south to our 4-star hotel in the Austrian Tyrol for an eight-night stay.
Day 3 : Ziller Valley Railway & Mayrhofen
Location: Mayrhofen, Zillertal, Fügen
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: To be advised
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Sit back and relax as the old locomotive takes you on a historic journey through the panoramic Ziller Valley on our included excursion. We start the day in the famous resort town of Mayrhofen which, nestled at the end of the Ziller Valley, is the 3rd largest community in the Tyrol.
We then board the Ziller Valley Railway for our train journey to Fügen. The Zillertal is one of Austria’s most famous narrow railways. It was opened on the last day of 1902 and has been in operation ever since. Nevertheless, the line was almost closed in 1965 as tourism and goods traffic was not enough to keep it open. Thankfully, it was saved by the construction of the Schlegleisspeicher Dam high in the mountains. The building of the dam required 325,000 tons of cement and ballast, all of which was transported on the Zillertalbahn. On arrival, you will have time at leisure in the picturesque town of Fügen.
Please note: the Ziller Valley Railway does not always feature a steam engine.
Day 4 : Pinzgau Train & Kitzbühel
Location: Kitzbuhel, Krimml, Zell am See, Niedernsill
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: To be advised
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today we visit Kitzbühel, the renowned resort of the rich and famous. Here you will have free time to explore. We call at Krimml town before continuing over the Thurn Pass to Zell am See where we board the Pinzgau train to Niedernsill.
Day 5 : Free Time Or Innsbruck
Location: Niederau
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: To be advised
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast we leave the hotel and travel to Innsbruck on our optional excursion. The capital of the Tyrol, on the River Inn and at the foot of the Karwendel Alps, Innsbruck is the fifth largest city in Austria. There will be free time for you to discover the old quarter with its charming arcaded streets, the famous Golden Roof, stroll along the Maria Theresien Strasse with its bustling shops or climb the Tower of the City for magnificent views.
Alternatively, if you purchase the optional excursion to Innsbruck combined with a trip on board the Nordkettenbahnen, you will be transported from the bustle of the city centre high into the mountain terrain. We travel up to the Hungerburg mountain station where you can enjoy a breathtaking view Innsbruck. The panorama is cloud free for an average of 350 days a year!
We then take the cable car further up the mountain to the Seegrube restaurant located at an altitude of 1905 metres above sea level. Here we have an included 2-course lunch at the restaurant whilst enjoying the fantastic views of the Middle Inn Valley, the Stubai and Zillertal Valley Alps and the Wipptal Valley over the Italian border. If you wish to venture even higher, you can join the cable car to the Hafelekar, the highest viewpoint at 2256 metres. A truly unforgettable excursion.
Day 6 : St. Wolfgang & The Schafberg Railway
Location: St. Wolfgang
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: To be advised
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today’s optional excursion takes us to the Salzkammergut, Austria’s beautiful lake district which has developed into one of the most popular destinations in Austria on account of its outstanding natural beauty. Our first stop is the town of St. Gilgen, which boasts one of the most attractive town squares in Austria. Famed as the birthplace of Mozart’s mother, you will have free time to stroll along the lakeside, explore the shops or relax in one of the cafes.
We then take a boat cruise on St. Wolfgangsee, one of the largest and most famous lakes of the Austrian Lake District, which lies in the heart of the region. We arrive in the resort of St. Wolfgang where we board the cog railway and ascend the Schafberg Mountain for some spectacular views. Be sure to have your camera ready!
Day 7 : Lake Achensee
Location: Achen Lake
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: To be advised
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning our included excursion takes us along the scenic Alpenstrasse to the shore of the lovely Lake Achensee, the largest and deepest lake in the Austrian Tyrol. Surrounded by pine-clad slopes, you will have time at leisure to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. You may decide to take an optional cruise on the serene waters of the lake which offers amazing views of the area.
Day 8 : Salzburg
Location: Salzburg
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: To be advised
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today our optional excursion takes us to Salzburg, one of the most beautiful cities in Austria. To make the most of your visit, why not join our optional guided walking tour accompanied by our local English-speaking guide. This walking tour lasts approximately 90 minutes and takes in the many sights and attractions of this famous alpine city. Admire the Baroque splendour of the churches and cathedral, the might of the Hohensalzburg Fortress and also the quaint Getriedegasse, which with its wrought iron signs that overhang the doors, is one of the most beautiful shopping streets of Austria.
Salzburg is also known as the ‘Sound of Music’ city and during our tour you will see many sights featured in the film. A visit to Salzburg would not be complete without a mention of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and before the tour is over we see his former birthhouse and also the square that is named after and dedicated to the famous composer. The remainder of the day is spent at leisure for you to explore independently.
Day 9 : Free Time
Location: Niederau
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: To be advised
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
A free day for you to relax and explore at your leisure.
Day 10 : Rothenburg Ob Der Tauber
Location: Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: City-style hotels
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We leave the Austrian Tyrol and head north into Germany, with a stop made on the Romantic Road in the pretty town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Continue to our overnight hotel in central Germany.
Day 11 : Rhine Valley
Location: Belgium
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: City-style hotels
Meals Included: Breakfast
We depart our overnight hotel and commence our journey north to our overnight hotel in Belgium. En route we pause in the Rhine Valley, with the opportunity to join our optional cruise on the Rhine. A cruise through the Rhine gorge, famous for its ancient castles, picturesque villages and vine-clad slopes is a perfect way to view the splendour of the Rhine. The cruise will last for approximately 2½ hours during which time you will be served a lunch on board.
Day 12 : Return Home
Location: Belgium
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
This trip includes coach travel from/to a local UK joining point
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Fully Guided
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International Travel
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
What's Not Included
Accommodation
Luxuria tours will stay for six or eight nights at the Hotel Sonnschein in Niederau or similar.
Silver Service tours will stay for six or eight nights at the Hotel Sonnschein in Niederau or similar.
Overnight stays in Belgium and central Germany (12-day tour only) will be in city-style hotels.
Check out our Q&As
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
On Leger Coach Holidays, your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Fully escorted by our experienced drivers/crews. And in most towns and cities we either include or offer optional sightseeing tours with expert local guides to help you get the most from your visits.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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What type of coach will be used?
You will travel on either our Luxuria Coach or our Silver Service Coach
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Some tours carry a supplement for solo travellers, please ask for details if the Single price is not shown
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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How long has the tour company been trading?
40 years
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?
Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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Leger Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of leger holidays charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
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At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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