12 days in Austria Itinerary
12 days in Austria Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Austria trip itinerary maker
Start: New York City
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Vienna
— 4 nights
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Neustift im Stubaital
— 1 night
Drive
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Reutte
— 1 night
Drive
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Salzburg
— 3 nights
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End: New York City
Mon, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 3
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City of Dreams
The cultural, economic, and political center of the country, Vienna has developed from its early Celtic and Roman roots into a medieval and Baroque city, with an old town that was designated a World Heritage Site in 2001.Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Schonbrunn Palace and Belvedere Palace. St. Stephen's Cathedral and Ringstrasse will appeal to history buffs. Explore Vienna's surroundings by going to Ysperklamm (in Yspertal), Wachau Valley (in Joching) and Melk Abbey (in Melk). There's still lots to do: examine the collection at The Hofburg, identify plant and animal life at Johannesbachklamm, don't miss a visit to Stephansplatz, and pause for some serene contemplation at Die St. Georgs-Kathedrale.
To see other places to visit, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Vienna driving holiday planning tool.
New York City, USA to Vienna is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from New York City to Vienna is 6 hours. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from New York City in December, with highs in Vienna at 41°F and lows at 31°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sat) so you can travel to Neustift im Stubaital.
Things to do in Vienna
Side Trips
Johannesbachklamm, Ysperklamm, Pfarre Krems St. Veit, Die St. Georgs-Kathedrale, Erlebnisalm Monichkirchen
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On the 29th (Sun), tour the pleasant surroundings at Stubaier Gletscher, tour the pleasant surroundings at Neustift, fly down the slopes at Serlesbahnen, then admire the striking features of The Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl), and finally don't miss a visit to Pfarrkirche Igls Vill.
To see photos, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Neustift im Stubaital online trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Vienna to Neustift im Stubaital takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or do a combination of train and bus. In December, daily temperatures in Neustift im Stubaital can reach 40°F, while at night they dip to 27°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Reutte.
To see photos, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Neustift im Stubaital online trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Vienna to Neustift im Stubaital takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or do a combination of train and bus. In December, daily temperatures in Neustift im Stubaital can reach 40°F, while at night they dip to 27°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Reutte.
Things to do in Neustift im Stubaital
Side Trips
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Reutte is a market town in the Austrian state of Tyrol. On the 30th (Mon), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Lourdeskapelle, fly down the slopes at Rodelbahn Krinnenalpe, then ski along the peaceful trails at Reuttener Seilbahnen, and finally examine the collection at Burgenwelten Ehrenberg.
To see reviews, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Reutte trip itinerary maker site.
You can drive from Neustift im Stubaital to Reutte in 2 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In December, daytime highs in Reutte are 42°F, while nighttime lows are 27°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Salzburg.
To see reviews, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Reutte trip itinerary maker site.
You can drive from Neustift im Stubaital to Reutte in 2 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In December, daytime highs in Reutte are 42°F, while nighttime lows are 27°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Salzburg.
Things to do in Reutte
Side Trips
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Rome of the North
Surrounded by mountain ranges and boasting a well-preserved city center, Salzburg melds culture and history.Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Schloss Hellbrunn and St. Peter's Abbey (Stift St. Peter). Your inner history buff will appreciate Fortress Hohensalzburg Castle and Petersfriedhof. There's still lots to do: see the interesting displays at Red Bull Hangar-7, contemplate the long history of Mozart Residence (Mozart Wohnhaus), explore the ancient world of Catacombe Del Cimitero Di San Pietro, and take in nature's colorful creations at Mirabell Palace.
To see photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Salzburg trip planner.
Traveling by car from Reutte to Salzburg takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 42°F in December, and nighttime lows around 29°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) early enough to travel back home.
Things to do in Salzburg
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Austria travel guide
Situated in the Central European Alps, Austria combines an alluring bundle of elegant urban architecture, cultural centers, and dramatic landscapes. This German-speaking country of 8.5 million residents is known for its rich history, dating back to the Hapsburg Empire, as well as its art, music, and scenery. Along with the neighboring country of Switzerland, Austria serves as the winter sports capital of Europe and is home to some of the continent's most popular ski resorts. This landlocked nation draws visitors from across the globe to its mountains, historical villages, and culturally rich cities. Experience trekking in the Alps one day and drinking regional wine at a crowded pub after a day of sightseeing in the capital Vienna the next.