Top Austrian Alps Bus Tours

Relive your favorite scenes from the classic musical "The Sound of Music" on this Salzburg sightseeing tour. Visit filming sites around the city while your guide provides historical background on Salzburg’s top attractions and architectural jewels, including the gazebo where "Sixteen Going on Seventeen" was shot.

Journey through the stunning scenery of the Bavarian Alps on this half-day tour of the Eagle’s Nest, Hitler’s former mountain retreat, from Salzburg. Led by an expert guide, pass Hellbrunn Castle and the Konigsee River Valley as you travel to Obersalzburg. After bypassing the crowds with a skip-the-line ticket, soak up incredible views from the top of the mountain. Your tour will conclude with transportation back across the border to Salzburg.

Soak up three top-selling tours at a discounted price on this Salzburg Super Saver through the Bavarian Mountains. Led by an expert guide, begin your morning with panoramic views of the Alps at Hitler’s historic mountain retreat, known as the Eagle’s Nest. Then spend the afternoon exploring the underground world of 450-year-old salt mines, before concluding with a trip to the charming town of Berchtesgaden.

Discover the magic of the alpine region of Salzkammergut on this half-day coach tour of Hallstatt from Salzburg. A guide fills you in on the region’s history on the ride to Hallstatt, stopping for views the spectacular mountain ranges. At Hallstatt, you have ample free time to take a walk along a lake in a historic village, see the Muhlbach Waterfall, visit the museums and the famous "Bone House," and more. You can also opt to take a cable car ride to the Hallstatt World Heritage Skywalk.

See the underground world of Obersalzberg’s salt mines on this 4-hour trip from Salzburg. Led by a local guide, venture along the scenic Alpenstrasse as you wind through the Bavarian Alps. Suit up in traditional miners’ wear and descend into the salt mines dating back 450 years. Then, experience a unique raft sail along the salt lake in the mines' grottos and hear the history and lore of the underground world. After a stop at the charming village of Berchtesgaden, your tour will conclude in Salzburg.

Experience two top-selling tours at a discounted price with this Salzburg Super Saver. Begin your day traveling through the Bavarian Mountains and touring the 450-year-old salt mines. Then visit some of the memorable locations where ‘The Sound of Music’ was filmed, while soaking up the stunning scenery of the Salzkammergut. Your guide also provides a historical backdrop on the architectural landmarks of Salzburg.

Relive your favorite scenes with the Von Trapp family on this private 'Sound of Music' tour from Salzburg. Led by a private guide, pass iconic film locations aboard your coach, including Nonnberg Abbey, Schloss Hellbrunn, and the Mirabell Gardens, where Maria and the children famously sang 'Do-Re-Mi.' Then, visit the wedding church at Mondsee and soak up the incredible landscape of the Salzkammergut region. To keep the fun going, upgrade your ticket to include an apple strudel cooking class.

Soak up the scenery of Austria’s Lake District on this tour from Salzburg. Led by an expert guide, see Fuschl Castle, wander the town of St. Wolfgang, and pop into the famous White Horse Inn for refreshments (own expense). Enjoy a boat ride across Lake Wolfgang and explore St. Gilgen before making your way back to Salzburg.

Feel festive this Christmas season with a horse-drawn sleigh ride in a village near Schladming. Departing from Salzburg, this day trip ventures along the Salzach River Valley and travel up 3,281 feet (1,000 meters) to the Alpine mountain of Dachstein. Relax with some lunch at a local inn before hopping on a sleigh ride to soak up the wintry scenery. Your excursion concludes at its original departure point.

See the best of Austria with this Salzburg Super Saver, combining two top-selling tours at a discounted price. Led by an expert guide,  travel underground to salt mines dating back 450 years and pay a visit to the charming Bavarian town of Berchtesgaden. Afterward, explore the Lake District in the Austrian Alps and soak up incredible views. Take a boat ride on Lake Wolfgang and see the historic Castle Huttenstein. Your day trip will conclude with transportation back to Salzburg.

Spend the afternoon exploring the beautiful Bavarian Alps on a tour from Salzburg. Led by a local guide, take a walk around Königssee (King's Lake), see Castle Hellbrunn, and spot the historic Eagle’s Nest, once a residence of Adolf Hitler. On the journey back to Salzburg, stop to explore the charming village of Berchtesgaden before returning to your original departure point.

Get a comprehensive overview of Salzburg's attractions during this hop-on hop-off bus tour. Listen to the onboard commentary in 13 languages, then hop off at any one of the 12 stops to explore further on your own. Two-day and day ticket options available to suit your budget and schedule.

Explore Salzburg and Austria’s scenic Lake District on a 5-hour tour. Departing from Salzburg, follow an expert guide through the city's UNESCO-listed Old Town and pay homage to the place where Mozart was born. Afterward, admire the famous Gothic altar in the village church of St Wolfgang, and take a boat ride across the lake to St Gilgen. Your tour will conclude with transportation back to Salzburg.

Discover the highlights of historic Salzburg on a 1-hour city tour by bus of the city that includes coffee and cake at a local restaurant after the tour. Join a guide and small group on a specially-designed route that offers the perfect introduction to Salzburg. This 1-hour city tour of Salzburg has departures throughout the day.

Begeben Sie sich auf ein Abenteuer in das österreichische Seenviertel mit dieser umfassenden Tagestour. Ideal für „Meine Lieder – meine Träume'-Fans – diese Tour besucht mehrere Drehorte aus dem Film, einschließlich der Von-Trapp-Hochzeitskirche. Sparen Sie Stunden Zeit für die Recherche, indem Sie einen vollständigen Reiseplan erhalten, dessen Höhepunkt das UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe in Hallstatt ist.

Gain insight into the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture of Salzburg as Mozart saw it on this 2.5-hour sightseeing tour. Led by an expert guide, explore the sights by coach before heading into Mozart’s Residence. Wander the famous composer’s former abode and visit the exhibits at your leisure, as your city tour ends here.

Travel through Austria’s crisp winter air on a private horse-drawn sleigh ride through the Salzburg countryside. Pass snow-powdered mountains, lakes, and charming villages while venturing across the Salzkammergut region. Keep cozy with blankets provided by your driver and stop at a traditional bar after your ride to purchase a warm drink.

Soak up the holiday spirit of the Salzburg countryside on this 5-hour Christmas markets tour. Departing from Salzburg, travel with a local guide to the scenic landscape of Salzkammergut. Head to the St. Wolfgang to see the Pilgrimage Church and Christmas market. Afterward, follow your guide through the market of St. Gilgen to peruse handcrafted ornaments and toys. Your afternoon will conclude with transportation back to Salzburg.

Explore Salzburg and save money on top sights with a guided tour of the city plus the 24-hour Salzburg Card. With use of Salzburg’s public transit, getting around the city’s a breeze, and the card includes admission to more than 30 attractions and museums. See the remarkable Hellbrunn Palace, the landmarks in the UNESCO-listed historic center, and Mozart’s former home, enjoying bonus discounts at a wide range of destinations along the way.

Discover the many highlights of Salzburg on this panoramic city tour. You’ll be able to choose a tour time that suits you as tours commence at different times throughout the day. Take the stress out of navigating by having a guide to lead the way. You’ll learn about Salzburg’s history, where Mozart used to live, and pass filming locations from The Sound of Music. Highlights include views of Castle Leopoldskron from Lake Leopoldskron, Neustadt, and the baroque Old Town.

Experience the stunning scenery of the Austrian Lake District (Salzkammergut) on this half-day private tour from Salzburg. Travel to the UNESCO-listed village of Hallstatt and learn the rich history of the area from your private guide. Marvel at the Dachstein Mountain and enjoy a train ride up to the world's oldest salt mine. You can also opt to see the Mühlbach Waterfall, the Beinhaus (Bone House) or stroll around Lake Hallstatt. Your intimate, private tour can be customized to your interests.

Venture across the German border to behold scenic views of the Bavarian Alps on this 5-hour private tour from Salzburg. Led by your own personal guide, travel to the mountain retreat of Obersalzberg, where the Eagle's Nest sits, the site of Hitler’s residential complex. Soar to the top in an ornate elevator dating back to World War II and soak up unparalleled views of the Alps. Afterward, stop in the historic town of Berchtesgaden. This private tour can be customized to your interests, and concludes with drop-off back in Salzburg.

Make the most out of your Christmas Eve in Salzburg on a 4-hour trip to the Silent Night Chapel, a monument to the Christmas carol ‘Silent Night.’ Departing from Salzburg, travel by guided coach through the foothills of the Austrian Alps to the quaint town of Oberndorf. Arrive at the historic Silent Night Chapel and participate in a Christmas Eve mass, conducted in multiple languages. Soak up the Christmas spirit and learn the rich history of this touching chapel before returning back to your original departure point.

Relive your favorite scenes from ‘The Sound of Music,’ learn the true history behind the Von Trapp family, and have breakfast in a Rococo castle on this private Viator Exclusive in Salzburg. Led by an expert guide, visit the iconic locations captured in the film, such as the wedding church at Mondsee. You’ll also enjoy breakfast inside Schloss Leopoldskron, another film site from the musical, on this comprehensive private experience that can’t be booked anywhere else.