The 15 Best Alpine Day Trips in Austria

1.Hallstatt & Alpine Peaks Day Trip with Skywalk Lift

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

Travel from Vienna to Hallstatt with an English-speaking guide such as Sofia, Lily, Dasha, or Sonia. Visit Schloss Ort, ride up to the Hallstatt Skywalk when open, and enjoy free time beside the lake. Expect a very long day, several hours on the bus, and a scenic route through Upper Austria.

“Sophia the tour guide was excellent. She made our day extra special. Especially for my Aunts 60th birthday, she went above and beyond. We will never forget this trip, it was beautiful. Would recommend to anyone who has a spare day in Vienna. Sophia even helped with some tourists spots in vienna and we completed these today!! What a star🤩”

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2.Top of Innsbruck: Roundtrip Cable Car Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 701 reviews · from $59

Ride three linked lifts from Innsbruck’s historic center to the Top of Innsbruck at 2,256 meters. You’ll pass Zaha Hadid’s Hungerburg stations, stop at Seegrube for food and mountain views, then continue to Hafelekar. Your ticket is valid all day, with lifts running about every 15 minutes.

“This is a must visit attraction if you are visiting the beautiful town of Innsbruck. Taking the cable car at the base of Nordkette, where you will enjoy a scenic route to the first stop in the village overlooking Innsbruck. Here you can take a stroll around the pretty hillside houses, admire the views & visit the restaurant, bar. The next Cable Car travels much higher, and on a clear day the views are incredible, seeing the mountains up close & the valleys below. This second stop within the mountains, snow covered, much colder & where you can Ski or Board. There's one final stop, which is certainly the highlight!…”

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3.Combi Entrance Ticket to Alpine Zoo and Hungerburg

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 637 reviews · 1 day · from $27Best value

Ride the Hungerburg funicular from Innsbruck’s Altstadt Station to the Alpine Zoo in about seven minutes, then explore animals from the Alps, including lynx, wolves, bears, eagles, fish, and birds. Your one-day ticket includes return transport and zoo admission. Expect mountain views, uphill walking, and no guide.

“Amazing zoo where you can get very close to some of the animals. I enjoyed petting the cows and being close to the sheep. The price is decent. I havnt looked into the ethics of this zoo (I usually try not to go to them but it was my first time in Europe). I would hope they treat the animals kindly.”

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4.Hallstatt, Mountains & Alpine Lakes Day Trip

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

Travel from Vienna to Hallstatt by air-conditioned coach with an English-speaking guide such as Dasha, Sofia, Lily, or Lydia. Stop at Ort Castle, enjoy views of Traunsee and Hallstättersee, then spend up to three hours exploring Hallstatt. Boat rides and the Skywalk cost extra.

“We had a wonderful time on our trip, and our guide Sofia was absolutely fantastic! She shared so many interesting stories that really brought the places to life, and she was incredibly helpful throughout the day. The views were simply breathtaking — Hallstatt looked like something straight out of a movie set! My mom and I enjoyed every moment of the experience. Our bus was also very comfortable:) Highly recommend!”

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5.Hallstatt & Alpine Peaks Day Trip with Admont Abbey

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

Travel from Vienna to Admont Abbey and Hallstatt by coach, with an English-speaking guide such as Lilli, Dasha, or Petar. See the Abbey’s remarkable Baroque library, walk through Hallstatt with a guide, and enjoy alpine views along the way. The day lasts about 13 hours, so expect a long but rewarding outing.

“Highly recommend! Very insightful. Very short period in Hallstatt, would have wanted to stay longer in the magical town.”

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6.Top of Innsbruck Roundtrip Cable Car Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 231 reviews · from $60

Use your mobile ticket to ride from Innsbruck’s Rennweg 3 through Hungerburg and Seegrube to Hafelekarspitze, the Top of Innsbruck. The journey takes about two hours, with roughly 20 minutes of scenic cable-car travel and time to explore on your own. Bring warm layers, keep your QR code handy, and check operating conditions before you go.

“It was magical. We had so much snow and it was snowing at the top. I enjoyed the ride and it was very comfortable”

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7.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 guided Hallstatt walk and a stop by Lake Traunsee. Guides such as Dasha, Sofia, and Tara have led this outing. Hotel pickup is available from central Vienna, but expect about 8 hours on the road during this 13-hour day.

“one word... the whole day was excellent! Saw way more than we expected, weather was super. Would have liked to stop here and there for more pictures but that would be impossible for time and space to park bus. Wonderful day!”

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8.Alpine Zoo Innsbruck and Hungerburg Funicular Combo Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 187 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $28

Take the Hungerburgbahn round trip from Innsbruck and visit Alpenzoo, a mountainside zoo with more than 2,000 Alpine animals. Plan roughly two hours, though a slower visit can take longer. Redeem your ticket only at Station Congress, not at the zoo. There is no guide, and children under four enter free.

“Excellent zoo, exactly as described. Not all wildlife visible on the day but good enclosures. Information provided was not totally clear on where to get on funicular”

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9.Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Full-Day Trip

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

Travel from Vienna to Salzburg with a driver-guide, stopping at Mondsee and Wolfgangsee for photos before a guided walk through Mirabell Gardens, Mozart sites, the cathedral, and St. Peter’s Abbey. Guides such as Alex, Lidia, and Natasha have led this route. Expect a 12-hour day with much of it spent on the road.

“Special thanks to Ms Elena, knowledgeable and best and very sweet voice and commond over English. Natasha at Salzburg was really full of enthusiasm, these two are great assets for the company”

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10.Guided e-bike tour of the alpine pastures in the Salzkammergut

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · 5 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $195Top rated

Start in Gosau at 10 a.m. for a five to seven-hour guided e-bike ride through alpine pastures and mountain roads. Guides Karl or Wolfram lead groups of up to six, stopping at rustic huts for Austrian specialties such as Kaiserschmarrn and plum pofesen. You’ll visit Hallstatt, Plankensteinalm, and Gosausee before returning to the start point.

“By far the best part of my Austria trip! Just book it, you won’t regret it. Karl made this experience fun, informative and kept me up to date on our progress throughout the day. The bikes provided were in very good working order and the routes were safe and easy to navigate. Along the way, Karl becomes your personal photographer and really makes sure you’re having a good time. Even with a lunch stop (at the cutest place), the 6 hours really flew by. My only wish is that I had more time in Austria so I could do it again!”

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11.Private Full-Day Tour of Dolomites, Alpine Lakes including Braies from Innsbruck

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $402

Travel from Innsbruck into Italy’s South Tyrol Dolomites with a private English-speaking driver-guide. You’ll visit Lake Braies, Dobbiaco, Landro, and Misurina, with Tre Cime di Lavaredo possible when the mountain road and bus are operating. Guides including Anna and Marin tailor photo stops, timing, and short walks to your group.

“Our tour guide, Anna, was excellent! She knows a lot, gives us a lot of information and she is a really lovely person. We were very happy to have her. The tour itself was fantastic! All places that Anna took us were magnificent and magical! I would definitely ask for Anna again for our private tour guide around this area. Both tour and tour guide were fabulous!!”

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12.Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna

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

Travel from Vienna to Salzburg by air-conditioned coach or van, with a guide-led Salzburg walk, free time, and photo stops at Mondsee and St. Gilgen. You’ll see Mirabell Gardens, Mozart sites, Salzburg Cathedral, and St. Peter’s Abbey. Guides may include Kate, Natasha, or Ileana, and commentary can be given in English and Russian.

“Highly recommended!! Enjoyed every minute! Our guide Kate was most friendly and informative. Our driver drove us back and forth with safety despite the foggy weather. Danke sehr!”

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13.Full-Day small group tour of Dolomites, Alpine Lakes, Braies

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · from $236

Travel from Innsbruck in a group of no more than eight to see six dramatic Dolomite lakes and the Tre Cime peaks. Guides such as Marin combine safe driving with local stories, while short stops keep the day moving. Expect roughly 300 kilometers on Alpine roads, long drives, changeable weather, and 45 to 60 minutes at Lake Braies.

“Exploring beautiful scenery in a relaxed way. Lots of short stops which was great for getting “a taste” of two national parks. It felt more like a day trip with friends than a gory tour which was great.”

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14.Alpine Majesty: Eagle’s Nest, Salt Mine Salzburg & Berchtesgaden

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $456

Spend about eight hours with a private chauffeur-guide in a luxury minivan, visiting Salzwelten Salzburg, Berchtesgaden, Obersalzberg, and the Eagle’s Nest. Guides such as Patrick, Manfred, and Gabby bring local history and mountain lore to life. Hotel pickup, water, and transport are included, but mine and Eagle’s Nest tickets cost extra.

“This tour is led by an amazing father-son team who are both fun and knowledgeable. We were a group of 5 ranging in age from 10-80 so it’s hard to find an activity that pleases all, but this one did! The salt mine was a highlight for the kids, especially riding the slides. The tour of Eagle’s Nest is also worth the trip - the views are amazing. Patrick and Manfred were able to point out and explain so many details along the way, the mountains in the famous Sound of Music scenes. Their personality and expertise really made the day great. I’d go on any tour that they were…”

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

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

Travel from Vienna to Dürnstein for a private, four-hour Wachau hike with guide Michael. Follow forest paths, stone vineyard terraces, and steep routes above the Danube, then visit the ruins linked to Richard the Lionheart. Round-trip transport, guiding, and time to explore Dürnstein are included. Mountain boots, water, stamina, and a good head for heights matter.

“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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