Austria Tour Packages

Austria is a great choice for Indian travellers looking for a European holiday that combines culture, history, and stunning scenery. The country lets you explore imperial Vienna, Mozart's Salzburg, Alpine Innsbruck, and postcard-perfect Hallstatt. However, the main challenge is fitting these highlights into one trip without rushing. Pickyourtrail's Austria tour packages will help you bring these experiences together in a customisable itinerary. 

Since 2014, Pickyourtrail has helped thousands of Indian travellers plan personalised European holidays. Our Austria packages from India start from ₹30,797 for 8 nights, where travellers can combine city breaks, mountain adventures, scenic train journeys and lakeside escapes in one holiday. From handpicked hotels and private transfers to scenic train rides and sightseeing, our Austria tour packages from India can be tailored to your budget, travel dates, and wishlist.

Why Choose Austria for Your Next International Holiday?

Austria is an excellent choice for Indian travellers who want European history, Alpine landscapes and easy city-to-city travel in one holiday. Its central location also makes Austria easy to combine with other Schengen destinations such as Germany, Switzerland, Italy and Hungary. Here are some of the reasons that make it worth booking one of our Austria vacation packages:

• Easy access from India: Air India operates non-stop flights between Delhi and Vienna, with a flight time of around 9 hours depending on operating conditions. Travellers from Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad typically connect through Delhi, Dubai, Doha, Istanbul or Baku. Emirates, Turkish Airlines, Etihad and Azerbaijan Airlines are among the common flight options that run on this route.
• One Schengen visa for a wider Europe trip: Indian passport holders travelling to Austria generally need a Schengen visa for a short tourist stay. A Schengen visa can allow travel across the 29-country Schengen Area, subject to the visa's validity and entry conditions. 
• A mix of cities and nature: Vienna offers palaces, museums and classical music; Salzburg combines baroque architecture with Mozart's legacy; and Innsbruck brings you closer to the Alps. This gives you a mix of culture, history and nature without changing countries. 
• Excellent rail connections: Austria's railway network makes it easy to travel between major destinations by train. Routes such as Vienna–Salzburg and Salzburg–Innsbruck let you combine sightseeing with views of the countryside, lakes, and Alps. 
• A holiday for every season: Summer is ideal for hiking, lakes and outdoor activities. Winter brings skiing, snow-covered Alpine towns and Christmas markets. Spring and autumn are good options for travellers who prefer cooler weather and fewer peak-season crowds. 
• Comfortable for Indian travellers: Vienna and Salzburg have Indian and vegetarian dining options, making it easier to find familiar food during a longer European holiday. You can also plan your itinerary around restaurants that suit your dietary preferences. 
• Well suited to a 6–10 day itinerary: A 6 to 8-day Austria trip can cover Vienna, Salzburg and Innsbruck at a comfortable pace. With additional days, you can include Hallstatt, Zell am See or other Alpine destinations. 
• Easy to combine with other European countries: Austria's location in Central Europe makes it a natural addition to a longer Europe holiday. Depending on your route, you can combine Austria with Switzerland, Germany, Hungary, Italy or the Czech Republic. 
• Great for couples and families: Austria works well for honeymooners, families, and first-time Europe travellers. Palace visits, scenic train rides, mountain cable cars, lakeside towns, and winter experiences give different types of travellers plenty to enjoy. 

Whether you want a short Vienna and Salzburg escape or a longer Alpine adventure, Austria tour packages make it easier to build your holiday around your interests, travel dates, and budget.

Choose the Right Austria Package for Your Travel Style

The best Austria tour package depends on how you want to experience the country. Couples may prefer romantic stays and scenic Alpine towns, families may want a relaxed itinerary with easy sightseeing, while adventure travellers can focus on mountains, lakes and outdoor activities. 

Pickyourtrail offers Austria packages across different travel styles, and itineraries can be customised based on your preferred cities, hotel category, activities and trip duration.

Package Type	Best For	What's Included
Austria Honeymoon Packages	Couples & honeymooners	Romantic boutique stays, palace garden visits, candlelight dinners in Salzburg, private Hallstatt day trips, scenic train journeys, and couple-friendly sightseeing in Vienna and Innsbruck.
Austria Family Packages	Families with children	Comfortable family hotels, castle and museum visits, cable car rides in Innsbruck, lake activities at Zell am See, and easy private transfers between cities.
Austria Luxury Packages	Luxury travellers	Premium 5-star hotels, private airport and intercity transfers, fine dining experiences, exclusive Alpine excursions, and personalised concierge-style planning.
Austria Adventure Packages	Adventure enthusiasts	Alpine hiking trails, cable car and gondola rides, winter skiing in Innsbruck and Zell am See, and scenic Salzkammergut lake excursions.
Austria Beach Packages	Summer travellers & lakeside holiday seekers	Lakeside stays around Wörthersee, Wolfgangsee and Lake Neusiedl, swimming and water activities, scenic lake excursions, relaxed beach-style days, and easy transfers between Austria's lakeside destinations.
Austria & Switzerland Packages	First-time Europe travellers wanting two countries	A combined itinerary covering Austria's Alpine towns and Switzerland's lakes and mountains, with flights, hotels, and transfers planned together.

Customise Your Austria Holiday

Your Austria packages from India can be adjusted to suit your travel plans. With Pickyourtrail, you can add extra nights in Vienna or Salzburg, include Hallstatt or Zell am See, upgrade your hotel, or combine Austria with a neighbouring European country. You can also choose the pace of your trip, from a short city break to a longer Alpine itinerary.

Popular Austria Itineraries

The best Austria itinerary depends on how many days you have and what you want to experience. A short trip can focus on Vienna and Salzburg, while a longer holiday can add Innsbruck, Hallstatt, Switzerland, or neighbouring Central European countries.

Here are some popular Austria tour package options that are created according to the routes Indian travellers book most often, based on trip duration, season, and how much ground you want to cover.

Itinerary	Duration	Prices (per person)
Rhine To The Alps Grand Tour	13 Nights	₹2,55,584/ person
Austrian Alps and Culture Loop	6 Nights	₹1,08,990/ person
German Austrian Sojour	8 Nights	₹1,58,792/ person
Golden Route of Austria & Bavaria	7 Nights	₹1,34,318/ person
The Imperial Triangle Prague,Vienna and Budapest	6 Nights	₹1,18,438/ person

NOTE: Prices are indicative and may vary based on travel dates, flights, hotel category, and customisation.

Customise Your Austria Itinerary

Didn’t find an itinerary that fits your plan? These are starting points, not fixed routes. You can change the number of nights in each city, add or remove destinations, upgrade your hotel, choose different transfers or include experiences based on your interests. Pickyourtrail currently offers customisable Austria itineraries with options such as Vienna, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Hallstatt and other Alpine destinations.

Why Choose an Austria Package from Pickyourtrail?

Planning an Austria holiday involves more than choosing where to go. You need to decide how many nights to spend in each city, plan intercity travel, arrange hotels and activities, and prepare for your Schengen visa application. With Pickyourtrail's Austria tour packages from India, you can bring these details together in one customisable itinerary.

What You Get with Pickyourtrail's Austria Packages 

• Thousands of European Holidays Planned Since 2014: Our destination specialists create itineraries for different travel styles, including honeymoons, family holidays, solo trips, and group vacations.
• Handpicked Hotels: Choose from a range of hotel options in Vienna, Salzburg, Innsbruck, and other Austrian destinations based on your preferred category and budget.
• Packages Starting from ₹30,797 Per Person: Select the inclusions that suit your trip and upgrade your hotel, add flights, extend your stay, or include additional experiences where available.
• Flights, Hotels and Transfers in One Itinerary: Depending on your package, key travel arrangements such as flights, accommodation, transfers, sightseeing, and intercity travel can be planned together, reducing the need to manage multiple bookings.
• Flexible Payment Options: Choose convenient payment or EMI options to spread the cost of your Austria tour package into manageable payments.
• Visa guidance for your Austria trip: Pickyourtrail provides destination-specific visa guidance to help travellers understand the documentation and process involved. Visa approval itself remains the decision of the relevant authorities.
• 24×7 on-trip support: Pickyourtrail provides 24×7 support during your holiday. This can be particularly useful when you are dealing with changes or unexpected issues while travelling abroad.

Unmissable Experiences to Add to Your Austria Package

Austria combines imperial cities, historic towns, Alpine landscapes and lakes in one relatively compact destination. The best Austria packages mix these experiences instead of focusing only on sightseeing. From Vienna's palaces and Salzburg's musical heritage to Innsbruck's mountains and Hallstatt's lakeside setting, you can shape your itinerary around your interests and travel season.

Vienna: Explore Imperial Austria and Coffee-House Culture

Visit Schönbrunn Palace and its gardens, walk along the Ringstrasse, and see landmarks such as the Hofburg Palace and Vienna State Opera. Set aside time for the MuseumsQuartier and one of Vienna's traditional coffee houses. If you enjoy classical music, you can also add a concert to your evening.

Salzburg: Discover Mozart, the Old Town and The Sound of Music

Explore Salzburg's historic Old Town, visit Hohensalzburg Fortress, and walk through landmarks associated with Mozart. The city is also famous as a filming location for The Sound of Music. Fans of the film can take a themed tour through Salzburg and the surrounding countryside.

Innsbruck: Combine City Sightseeing with the Alps

Innsbruck lets you experience an Austrian city and the mountains on the same day. Visit the Golden Roof in the Old Town, then take the Nordkette cable car from the city towards the mountains for panoramic Alpine views. Innsbruck is also a convenient base for hiking and winter activities, making it a popular choice for Austria adventure packages.

Hallstatt & Salzkammergut: Enjoy Austria's Lakeside Scenery

Add Hallstatt to your Austria itinerary for a different side of the country. The village sits beside Lake Hallstatt, surrounded by the mountains of the Salzkammergut. The wider Hallstatt-Dachstein/Salzkammergut cultural landscape is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognised for its natural setting and long history of salt mining. You can combine Hallstatt with other Salzkammergut lakes and villages for a scenic day trip or a longer stay.

Zell am See: Experience the Alps in Every Season

Zell am See works well for both summer and winter holidays. During winter, travellers can enjoy skiing and other snow activities in the surrounding mountains. In summer, the region is popular for hiking, cycling, and enjoying the lake and Alpine scenery.

Romantic Experiences for Couples

Austria offers plenty of experiences for couples, from palace gardens and scenic train journeys to lakeside stays and Alpine views. Travellers can also add a private sightseeing experience, a romantic dinner, or extra time in Salzburg and Hallstatt for an intimate Austria honeymoon package.

Austrian Cuisine Worth Trying

Food is another part of the Austrian experience. Some of the must-try items include Wiener Schnitzel, Tafelspitz, Kaiserschmarrn and Sachertorte. Vienna's traditional coffee houses are also worth experiencing for their historic atmosphere and café culture.

Planning Your Austria Holiday? Here's What Most Travellers Miss

Austria is easy to explore once you arrive, but a few planning mistakes can make your holiday more expensive or rushed than expected. From applying for your Schengen visa too late to trying to fit too many cities into one trip, these are some of the details worth planning before you book your Austria tour package.

Applying for a Schengen Visa Too Late

Schengen visa applications should be planned well before your Austria trip. Standard processing can take around 15 calendar days, but it may take longer in some cases, including up to 45 days when additional checks are required. Apply early and leave enough time for your travel plans.

• How Pickyourtrail helps: We can guide you through the required documents and help you plan your trip timeline so you have enough time for the visa process. 

Trying to See Too Many Cities in One Trip

Vienna, Salzburg and Innsbruck each offer very different experiences. Trying to cover all three in a few days can leave you spending more time checking in, packing and travelling than actually exploring Austria.

• How Pickyourtrail helps: We build day-wise itineraries around your trip duration, preferred destinations and pace, with enough time for sightseeing and downtime.

Underestimating Daily Spending

Austria uses the euro, and everyday expenses such as meals, local transport, attractions, and shopping can add up quickly. Exchange rates between the euro and Indian rupee also change, so it is better to plan your budget with some flexibility rather than relying on a fixed conversion rate.

• How Pickyourtrail helps: We provide a clearer view of your package inclusions and help you plan the additional expenses you may need to account for during the trip.

Choosing the Wrong Season for Your Activities 

Austria changes significantly with the seasons. Winter is ideal for skiing and snow experiences, while summer is better suited to hiking, lake activities and outdoor sightseeing. Spring and autumn can be good choices if you prefer cooler weather and fewer peak-season crowds.

• How Pickyourtrail helps: We can match your itinerary to the season and the experiences you want, whether you're planning a summer Alpine holiday, winter ski trip or city-focused Europe break.

Overlooking Local Tourism Taxes

Some Austrian destinations charge a local tourism tax, often called Ortstaxe, in addition to the hotel room rate. The amount varies by destination and can change, so check whether it is included in your accommodation price or payable separately at the hotel.

• How Pickyourtrail helps: We can help you understand the costs included in your package and highlight additional expenses you may need to budget for.

Austria Visa & Travel Requirements for Indian Travellers

Planning an India to Austria package? Indian passport holders need to meet Austria's Schengen visa and entry requirements before travelling. Check the latest requirements before applying, as visa rules, fees, processing times, and supporting documents can change. 

Requirement	Details
Visa Requirement	Indian passport holders generally need a Schengen Type C visa to visit Austria for a short stay. Austria does not offer visa-on-arrival entry for Indian tourists.
Visa Validity	A short-stay Schengen visa generally permits stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period throughout the 29 Schengen countries.
Processing Time	Schengen visa applications are generally processed within 15 calendar days, although the period can be extended to up to 45 days in certain cases.
Travel Insurance	Mandatory, with a minimum medical coverage of €30,000 including emergency evacuation and repatriation.
Application Process	Applications are submitted via VFS Global centres across India and are assessed centrally by the Austrian Embassy in New Delhi.
Currency	The Euro (EUR) is the official currency. 1 EUR = ~ ₹111 (August 2026)
Language	German is the official language; English is widely understood in tourist areas, hotels, and restaurants.
Time Zone	Austria is 4 hours 30 minutes behind IST in winter and 3 hours 30 minutes behind IST during daylight saving time.
Local Transport	Austria's ÖBB rail network, city trams, and metro systems are some of the best travel options in Austria.
SIM Card / eSIM	Local SIM cards and international eSIMs are widely available.
Power Adapter	Austria uses Type C and Type F sockets with a 230V supply.

Best Time to Visit Austria

The best time to visit Austria depends on what you want to do. Summer is ideal for Alpine hiking and lake holidays; winter is best for skiing and Christmas markets, while spring and autumn are well suited to sightseeing and city breaks.

Season	Months	Best For
Summer (Peak Season)	June – August	Hiking, cycling, lake activities, Alpine sightseeing and longer days
Spring	April–May	City sightseeing, gardens, scenic landscapes, and milder weather
Autumn	September & October	Alpine scenery, hiking, city breaks, food and fewer peak-season crowds
Winter	December – February	Skiing in Innsbruck and Zell am See, Christmas markets, alpine scenery

What Is the Best Month to Visit Austria? 

The ideal timing ultimately depends on your itinerary. If you are booking Austria travel packages from India, choose your travel season around the experiences you want rather than simply looking for the cheapest month. Alpine activities, lake visits, Christmas markets, and mountain attractions can have very different seasonal operating periods.

How Many Days Are Enough for Austria?

You need at least 5–7 days for a first Austria trip if you want to experience more than one major destination without rushing. A longer stay lets you explore the Alps and lakes at a more relaxed pace, while 10–14 days works well if you want to combine Austria with neighbouring European countries.

• 4–5 Days: Ideal for a short Austria holiday focused on Vienna and Salzburg. You can cover the main attractions in both cities without trying to fit in too many destinations.
• 6–7 Days: A good choice for a first-time Austria trip. Add Innsbruck or a day trip to Hallstatt while keeping enough time for sightseeing.
• 8–10 Days: Best for a more relaxed Austria itinerary covering Vienna, Salzburg, Innsbruck, and the Salzkammergut region. You can spend more time in each destination instead of constantly moving between cities.
• 10–14 Days: Ideal for a longer Central Europe holiday. Explore Austria in greater depth and then add destinations in Switzerland, Germany, or the Czech Republic.

Why Trust Our Austria Recommendations?

Planning an Austria holiday involves more than choosing places to visit. Your itinerary needs to account for travel time between cities, seasonal conditions, hotel preferences, visa requirements, and your overall budget. At Pickyourtrail, we use destination knowledge and traveller preferences to help create Austria itineraries that fit your trip rather than follow a one-size-fits-all plan.

Here is what you can expect from our Austria travel packages:

• Austria-focused itinerary planning: Recommendations are built around destinations such as Vienna, Salzburg, Innsbruck and Hallstatt, along with Alpine regions and seasonal experiences. This helps you choose a route that matches your available time and interests. 
• Personalised recommendations: Instead of following a fixed itinerary, you can customise your Austria tour package around your budget, travel style, trip duration, preferred hotels and activities. 
• Recommendations built around the season: Austria offers different experiences throughout the year, from Alpine hiking and lake holidays in warmer months to skiing and winter experiences. Our itineraries can be adjusted based on when you plan to travel. 
• Up-to-Date Travel Information: We review important travel details such as visa requirements, transport options, and package information so you can plan with more confidence.
• 24×7 support during your trip: Get assistance with itinerary planning and travel-related questions before departure, along with support for eligible trip-related issues while you're travelling.

Start Planning Your Austria Escape

From Vienna's grand palaces and coffee houses to Salzburg's historic streets and Innsbruck's Alpine landscapes, Austria gives you plenty of ways to build your ideal European holiday. Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, a family trip, a ski holiday or a longer Central Europe adventure, your itinerary can be shaped around the way you want to travel. With Pickyourtrail's Austria tour packages, you can customise your holiday around your travel dates, budget, preferred hotels, destinations, and experiences.