Austria 2014

AUSTRIA

The New Heart of Central Europe!

2014

AUSTRIA TRAVEL DIRECT

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Why Austria?

Apart from a history almost unrivalled in Europe, Austria, now situated in the “heart” of modern-day Europe, is one of

the most accessible countries to visit. Whether you travel by rail, jetliner or even motor vehicle, Austria can and will at

some stage be crossed in your travels!

A destination for all seasons, Austria offers an endless variety of summer and winter activities, most of which places it

on the “must do” list for Europe. Vienna with it’s grand palaces and historic buildings erected during the reign of the

Habsburgs; Salzburg - introduced to the world stage after the movie “Sound of Music” and also the birthplace of Mo-

zart; Innsbruck, capital of the alpine region and twice host to the Winter Olympics; and the rural towns of Graz, Klagen-

furt, Villach; the industrial city of Linz straddling the banks of the River Danube.

Austria is also a destination known for it’s culinary delights. Wiener schnitzel, apfel struedel, tafelspitz, Kaiserschmar-

ren, zwiebelrostbraten, a variety of grilled sausages such a bratwurst, currywurst and bernerwurst. Whether you want

the comfort of a nice restaurant or the time-saving “schnell imbiss” (fast food stands), you will always find satisfying

food in Austrla!. And we haven’t even mentioned the desserts and delicious pastries and torts that abound in every res-

taurant, cafe and bakery.

All meals in Austria should be enjoyed with a nice cold beer or a delicious wine. The country has several breweries that

are required by law to brew beer the old-fashioned way; original recipes—using only barley or wheat, yeast, water and

hops. White wines from the area of the Wachau, Neusiedlersee and Steierrmark are known all over Europe, while reds

are now beginning to make their mark. And one shouldn’t forget the “cafes” of Austria, particularly in Vienna. In a typical

cafe, you can get up to 20 different variations of coffee depending on your taste. Melange, verlangter, kleiner brauner,

einspanner, kapuziner, kleiner schwarzer are just a few to be found. All coffees will be served with an accompanying

glass of water to cleanse the palate afterward.

Whether you are a “culture vulture”, adventure seeker, skier, music lover, hiker or biker or just plain “tourist” - Austria

has something to offer you. We have included a selection of our most popular tours and packages - but by no means

is it all we can offer. Much of our business is offering bespoke packages for the traveller with limited time and money.

Whatever your desire, we at Austria Travel Direct can assist you.

By the way—our credibility comes from offering and arranging travel throughout Austria since 1975 when I made my

first visit to the country and fell in love with it. I hope you will fall in love with it too.

Trevor J. Sheahan, Managing Director

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Trail of the Lipizzaners

03—17 Sep. 2014

In one form or another, this is proving to be one of our most popular tours, and now we offer it for the 9th consecutive year.

For 2014 the tour will start in the romantic island-city of Venice We then pass through Slovenia to Croatia and the port town of

Rovinj. The tour then crosses back into Slovenia to visit Lipica and Lake Bled—before crossing into Austria, with the highpoint

being a gala performance at the Spanish riding School in Vienna. Whilst the focus is on the history of the Lipizzaner stallions -

with visits to 2 stud farms, the tour will suit the traveller who wants an easy-paced tour some of the most beautiful scenery in

eastern Europe..

Tour Itinerary:

03 Sep Arrival in Venice

On arrival in at Venice Airport we will have a transfer driver waiting to take you to the Hotel Plaza in Mestre. Tonight you will meet your

fellow travelling companions and have a “welcome” drink and evening meal (D)

04 Sep. Venice - Rovinj

After breakfast we travel east across the top of the Adriatic Sea. A stop is made in the last big city—Trieste—where we have lunch

before continuing to the little port town of Rovinj in Croatia. After check-in at the Hotel Park, you have leisure time to explore the area.

Dinner at leisure. (B)

05 Sep. Rovinj

Today we have a guided walking tour of this old port town. The narrow streets will show us what life was like centuries ago, and also

visit the imposing cathedral. The afternoon at leisure to explore the harbour-front and local craft shops. This evening we take the eve-

ning in a little restaurant overlooking the harbour. (B,D)

06 Sep. Rovinj - Lipica

Time to leave the beauty of the coast as we head north into Slovenia, and the small community of Lipica - original stud of the now-

famous Lipizzaner stallions. Afternoon check-in at Hotel Maestoso, and time to explore the facilities at the stud. Tonight we eat in the

hotel’s restaurant. (B,D)

07 Sep. Lipica

Early risers may want to have breakfast then go towards the stables to see the mares and foals being released into the pastures. We

then have a guide tour of the stable, and you have free time to explore the new museum. After lunch a performance in the pavilion,

followed by a carriage ride through the estate. Tonight we drive to a small village to enjoy a typical karst meal. (B,D)

08 Sep. Lipica - Postojna - Lake Bled

A short drive from Lipica is the underground cave complex at Postojna. We take a small train ride deep into the mountain where a

guide will then take us through the extensive cave complex. From here we continue to the capital, Ljubljana where we stop for lunch

and free time to explore the old town area. From here it’s a short drive to beautiful Lake Bled where we check-in to the Hotel Lovec, in

the town centre. This evening we dine at a local restaurant. (B,D)

09 Sep. Lake Bled

After a leisurely breakfast we take a “pletna” boat across the lake to the only island in Slovenia. Here you can climb the 99 steps to the

church where the “good luck” bell is located. After a short pause, we return to the hotel and you have the remainder of the day at lei-

sure to explore this beautiful village. Tonight you have at leisure to explore one of the many restaurants here. (B)

10 Sep. Lake Bled

A day at leisure - and there are many options available. Why not walk the picturesque Vintgar Gorge? Or take a leisurely stroll around

the lake; or the little tourist train that also takes around. Or treat your body to one of the many treatments at our hotel’s spa. Tonight

we eat in a local restaurant. (B,D)

11 Sep. Lake Bled - Piber

Today we have a short drive to the Austrian border, then it’s on to Klagenfurt on the Woerthersee, where we make a stop for lunch and

some free time. Then early afternoon we arrive in Piber, home to the Spanish Riding School’s Lipizzaner stud. Check-in at Hotel

Herold in neighbouring Koeflach. Tonight we enjoy dinner at the hotel. (B,D)

12 Sep. Piber

The Federal Stud at Piber supplies the stallions for the Spanish Riding School in Vienna, and this morning we have a guided tour of

the complex, complete with a carriage ride around the estate. Fter a lunch break - we then go up into the mountains to see the young

stallions enjoying their last day before they return to their winter stables in Piber. Tonight is at leisure.(B)

13 Sep. Piber - Vienna

Today offers the penultimate highlight of the tour. We see the young stallions in their procession from the mountain pastures down to

the village church - where they will be blessed by the priest. From there they continue to the main square where they are presented to

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the townspeople Throughout the day there will be a festival-like atmosphere with music groups, entertainers, food and craftwork stalls.

After the parade and lunch, we then make our way to Vienna with late afternoon check-in at the Hotel de France. Tonight we eat in a

local restaurant near the hotel. (B,D)

14 Sep. Vienna - Bratislava - Vienna

The highlight of our tour - a gala performance at the Spanish Riding School in the Hofburg. We have front-row seats in the VIP Box in

order to give you what we believe are the best views. Following the performance, we have a special guided tour of the stables, where

you can meet some of the “stars” of the show. After time for lunch, we take a short journey 70kms to Bratislava, capital of S lovakia. for

a guided tour with “Big George”. Free time to explore and find a local restaurant for the evening meal. We then return to Vienna.(B)

15 Sep. Vienna

This morning we have a guide city tour followed by a visit to beautiful Schonbrunn Palace with guided tour of some of the State Apart-

ments. After our return to the city centre you have free time to explore the old town precinct with it’s centrepiece - St. Stephen’s Cathe-

dral. Tonight we have a farewell meal at a typical “heurigen” in the nearby wine village of Grinzing. (B,D)

16 Sep. Vienna - End of Tour

The tour comes to an end with breakfast. Those with rail or flight connections will be transferred accordingly.(B)

Tour price includes:

• 14 nights hotel accommodations, room with private facilities

• Buffet breakfast daily at all hotels

• 8 dinners, at hotels or local restaurants

• Travel in deluxe coach with reclining seats and AC

• Tour Manager from arrival in Venice until departure in Vienna

• Guided sightseeing tours as listed in itinerary

• Entrance fees where necessary

• Ticket for guided tour of Lipica stables and afternoon performance

• Carriage ride through the Lipica estate

• VIP ticket for guided tour of stud farm at Piber

• Visit to mountain pastures to see the young stallions

• Ticket to gala performance at Spanish Riding School in Vienna

• Porterage of one suitcase per person at hotels

• All local service fees, taxes and road tolls

Does not include:

* International/intra-European airfare

* Meals other than those listed as being included

* Optional activities or tours

* Gratuities to tour driver and tour manager

Tour Price: $4835.00 per person/twin or double share

$1065.00Single room Supplement

Notes:

The tour is based on a minimum of 10 persons. If the number is less, we have the right to increase the tour price aqccordingly

or alter the services provided in order to maintain original tour price

Tour maximum is 16 persons

No visas required for Italy, Slovenia, Croatia, Austria or Slovakia

Trail of the Lipizzaners

03—17 Sep. 2014

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CIRCLE AUSTRIA BY TRAIN - available all year

Independent travel using the efficient Austrian Rail system

Enjoy the most beautiful sights in Vienna, take in the contrast of the buildings in Graz, see the Lindwurm Monument in Klagen-

furt, view the Golden Roof in Innsbruck, walk in Mozart’s footsteps in Salzburg and return back to Vienna.

Tour Type: Independent Maximum Passengers: n/a

Tour Start Dates: All year Tour Finish Dates: All year

Start Point: Salzburg, Vienna, Graz, Klagen-furt or Innsbruck

Finish Point: Salzburg, Vienna, Graz, Klagen-furt or Innsbruck

Nr. Days: 9 (can be modified Nr. Nights: 8 (can be modified)

Included Meals: Daily breakfasts 0 lunches 0 dinners

Prices from: AU$1915.00 per person Single room rate on request Triple room rate on request

Tour Itinerary:

Day 01 – Arrival in Vienna

Private transfer from Airport in Vienna to Hotel in Vienna

Check in at Hotel

Overnight / buffet breakfast

Day 02 – Vienna

AM City Tour in Vienna


Day 03 – Vienna - > Graz

Morning Train ride between Vienna and Graz – duration 2h40min.

Check in at Hotel in Graz

14:30h meeting point for City Walk in Graz: Graz Tourismus Information


Day 04 – Graz – > Klagenfurt

Morning Train ride between Graz – Klagenfurt – duration 2,48h (via Bruck)

Check in at Hotel in Klagenfurt


Day 05 – Klagenfurt – > Innsbruck

10:00am Meeting point at Rathaus for Walking Tour through the city

Afternoon train ride between Klagenfurt and Innsbruck – duration 4h59min

Check in at Hotel in Innsbruck


Day 06 – Innsbruck – > Salzburg

10.00am meeting at Maria Theresia point and city tour through Innsbruck

Afternoon train ride between Innsbruck and Salzburg – duration 1h59min

Check in at Hotel in Salzburg


Day 07 - Salzburg

AM City tour in Salzburg (pick up from Hotel)


Day 08 – Salzburg – Vienna

Train ride from Salzburg to Vienna – Transfer from Train station Vienna to

NH Hotel

Check in at Hotel in Vienna


Day 09 – Vienna - onward travel

Walking from NH Airport to the check in counter at the Airport

End of services

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Your hotels - specially selected

NH Belvedere Vienna **** – www.nh-hotels.com or similar

Modern hotel with a traditional touch with perfect public connection to city center (tram)

Location: close to American Embassy, semi centrally. Features: 114 rooms, airconditioning, business fax-modem, e-mail in room,

minibar, hairdryer, TV; sauna, solarium, fitness, bar, restaurant

Hotel Europa Graz **** - www.austria-trend.at or similar

Location: Only a few minutes' walk away from the centre and the historic old town, Hotel Europa Graz is located opposite the train

station. Features: 141 rooms - 3 junior suites and 4 suites with a living room are comfortable and functional and are equipped with en-

suite bathrooms, air conditioning, direct dialling telephone, radio, cable TV, W-Lan and ISDN, safe, mini bar and allergy tested pil-

lows.

Hotel Arcotel Moser Verdino Klagenfurt **** - www.arcotel.at - or similar

Cosy at an international standard in the centre of Klagenfurt´s old town - 71 comfortably furnished rooms with state-of-the-art equip-

ment. The legendary Café Moser Verdino - café, bar, restaurant and trendy lounge.

Hotel Innsbruck in Innsbruck **** – www.hotelinnsbruck.com - or similar

We look forward to welcoming you in our newly renovated Hotel-Innsbruck. The Hotel-Innsbruck is a house, that offers the modern

comfort of a city-hotel and at the same time has the typical Innsbruck charm. Serving our guests is our biggest priority. You find us

directly in the historic old-town, the heart of Innsbruck. All 105 rooms are equipped with bath or shower / WC, Telephone, …..

Hotel Europa Salzburg **** – www.austria-trend.at - or similar

Centrally located, opposite the main-train-station only 5 minutes walking-distance from Mirabell-Gardens it is the ideal place for your

City-tour, meetings, conventions and events of different interests. Personal service, high quality and standards awaiting you in an ele-

gant and modern 4-star hotel with its own sufficient parking-facilities. Enjoy the most fantastic view over Salzburg - A place less ordi-

nary.

Hotel NH Airport Vienna **** – Standard – www.nh-hotels.com

Modern hotel opposite to airport. Features: 328 rooms, air conditioning, TV, minibar, safe deposit; 4 restaurants, bar

The following services are included :

* Arrival Transfer Vienna Airport to Hotel NH Belvedere or similar

* 2 x overnight / buffet breakfast Vienna

* 1 x overnight / buffet breakfast Graz

* 1 x overnight / buffet breakfast Klagenfurt

* 1 x overnight / buffet breakfast Innsbruck

* 2 x overnight / buffet breakfast Salzburg

* 1 x overnight / buffet breakfast Airport Vienna – NH Airport Standard

* 1 x city tour in Vienna – pick up from Hotel

* 1 x city walk in Graz – meeting point

* 1 x city walk in Klagenfurt – meeting point

* 1 x city walk in Innsbruck – meeting point

* 1 x city tour in Salzburg – pick up from Hotel

* 2nd class train ticket incl. seat reservation from Vienna to Graz // Graz to Klagenfurt // Klagenfurt to Innsbruck // Innsbruck to

Salzburg // Salzburg to Vienna (bookable in advance)

* Departure Transfer from West train station Vienna to NH Airport Hotel

Not included:

* Seat reservations on intercity services

* Meals not mentioned as being included

* Items of a personal nature such as laundry, transfers, bar bill, internet/telephone

Note: We can arrange the itinerary in any order you would like, add extra days even add extra countries like Slovenia, Hungary,

Czech Republic, Germany and Slovakia!

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The Destination:

Seefeld in Tirol is a municipality of the Innsbruck-Land District in the Austrian state of Tyrol, located about 17 km (11 mi) northwest of

Innsbruck. With more than one million overnight stays each year, it is one of the most popular Tyrolean tourist destinations especially

for skiing in winter, but also for walking holidays in the summer.

The village is situated on a south-facing plateau north of the River Inn on the watershed between the basins of the Inn and the Isar.

The plateau (which also comprises the villages of Leutasch and Mösern) is surrounded by the Wetterstein mountain range to the west,

and the Karwendel mountain range to the east, it falls away in a steep drop off to the Inn valley to the south. To the north, the high

valley leads through the village of Scharnitz towards the border with Germany at Mittenwald.

We guarantee to make all your holiday dreams come true. Let yourself be inspired by the beauty of the countryside and enjoy the

variety of active and cultural attractions in the Olympiaregion Seefeld. Whether you just want to let your mind wander or prefer to burn

some energy with a sporty challenge - in the Olympiaregion Seefeld there is something for everyone. is an ideal destination for the

whole family. This is where everyone, whether young, old or somewhere in-between, will find just what they’re looking for to spend an

enjoyable, interesting and, above all, relaxing holiday.

Using the efficient Austrian Rail system, you can take excursions from Seefeld to nearby destinations like Garmisch-Partenkirchen

and Mittenwald in Germany, Innsbruck and Kufstein In Austria and Sterzing, Bressanone and Bolzano in Italy.

Package Price Includes:

7 nights accommodation in double or twin room with private facilities

Buffet breakfast and evening meal daily

Special meals including “Farmer’s Buffet” and theme meals

Use of hotel indoor pool and fitness equipment

All local taxes and service charges

Not included:

Seat reservations on intercity services

Meals not mentioned as being included

Items of a personal nature such as laundry, transfers, bar bill, internet/

telephone

Your Hotel - the Hotel Central ****

The Hotel Central is ideally located at the entrance to the pedestrian heart of Seefeld. The hotel, which has recently been beautifully

renovated, overlooks the Kurpark and makes an ideal base for your holiday. All our rooms are designed to hold 2-4 occupants and are

furnished in a light birch wood. They have a sitting area, cable TV, telephone, room safe, balcony, bathroom or shower, WC, and

hairdryer. The hotel also has it’s own wellness centre, where guests can enjoy a variety of treatments such as massage (optional),

sauna, steambath etc. The hotel’s restaurant serves typical Austrian fare as well as international dishes, and each week there is the

traditional “Farmer’s Buffet” offering locally grown vegetables, breads, meats and other dishes.

Family rooms and apartments available on request. We can also offer alternate properties to suit your budget. Please contact your

travel agent.

AUSTRIAN ALPINE RETREAT - available from 01 May - 31 Oct. 2013

An independent package to beautiful Seefeld in Tirol

Tour Type: Independent Maximum Passengers: n/a

Tour Start Dates: All year Tour Finish Dates: All year

Start Point: Seefeld Finish Point: Seefeld

Nr. Days: 8 (can be modified) Nr. Nights: 7 (can be modified)

Included Meals: Daily breakfasts n/a 7 dinners

Prices from: AU$795.00 per person Single room rate on request Triple room rate on request

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CITY PACKAGES - Vienna, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Graz, Klagenfurt

Our city stop-over packages combine great-value accommodations with a local tour or Tourist Card included. We can add extra nights based on your requirements. We also offer a range of additional sightseeing tours as well as transfers between airports/railway sta-tions and hotels:

VIENNA:

* 3 nights Hotel Graben**** or similar * Buffet breakfast daily * Full day Wachau Valley tour with lunch and cruise * 72-hour Vienna Card (discounts/free transportation)

Package Price: from $575.00 per person/twin room share Note: Seasonal supplements may apply. Valid until 31 Oct. 2013

Alternate hotels available on request. Bookings subject to availability.

SALZBURG:

* 3 nights at Hotel Mozart*** or similar * Buffet breakfast daily * 48-hour Salzburg Card with free entry to 25 attractions and free transportation

Package Price: from $395 per person/twin room share Note: Seasonal supplements may apply. Valid until 31 Oct. 2013


INNSBRUCK:

* 3 nights Hotel Goldener Krone*** or similar * Buffet breakfast daily * 48-hour Innsbruck Card (discounts/free transportation)



GRAZ:

* 3 nights Hotel Weitzer**** or similar * Buffet breakfast daily * Full day tour to Lipizzaner Stud at Piber (Saturdays only until end Oct.) * 1 x 3-course evening meal of local fare with wine tasting * Tour of the Old Town

Package Price: from $569 per person/twin room share Note: Seasonal supplements may apply. Valid until 31 Oct.. 20113


KLAGENFURT:

* 3 nights Arcotel Moser Verdino**** * Buffet breakfast daily * 1 x special evening meal



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SIGHTSEEING TOURS /CONCERTS/PERFORMANCES - Vienna,

GRAND DANUBE RIVER CRUISE

You'll have an unique opportunity to experience the most impressive sights of Vienna, while enjoying a

relaxing cruise on board the MS Vienna.

Duration of tour: 3 hours 20 mins

Price: from $35 per person

CITY TOUR & SCHONBRUNN PALACE

Take a tour of the main sights within the city centre and visit the magnificently decorated rooms of

Schonbrunn Palace.

Duration of tour: 3 hours

Price: From $65 per person

VIENNA WOODS & MAYERLING

Enjoy the beautiful scenery of southern Vienna Woods and visit the subterranean 'Seegrotte'.



VIENNA CITY TOUR

This half day tour offers a panoramic drive around the Ringstrasse and a visit to Schonbrunn Palace.



PANORAMA & DANUBE

This half day tour offers a panoramic drive around the Ringstrasse and a visit to Schonbrunn Palace.



STRAUSS & MOZART CONCERT

This Concert takes place in the Wiener Kursalon, which is located in the beautiful Stadtpark where the

famous statue of Johann Strauss is. The famous master works of Strauss and Mozart are performed by

the very professional Salon Orchestra, opera singers, and ballet dancers.

Duration of tour: 1 hr 40 mins


SPANISH RIDING SCHOOL

Enjoy a gala performance of the world-famous stallions of the Spanish Riding School:

Please contact us for performance dates and ticket prices

Morning workout sessions available 10.00a-12.00p. No pre-booking required

VIENNA HEURIGEN SHOW/DINNER

Ride on the Giant Ferris Wheel in the Prater Park and enjoy a traditional 'Heurigen' evening with dinner,

wine and live entertainment included.



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SIGHTSEEING TOURS/CONCERTS - Salzburg

Additional sightseeing tours are available. Please contact our office for a further listing.

SALZBURG CITY WALKING TOUR

See Mirabell Palace and Gardens, Markartsquare, Mozart's residence, Karajan's birthplace, Festival

House, the Cathedral, Residenzsquare, Mozartsquare, Getreidegasse , will also visit Mozart's

birthplace.



SALZKAMMERGUT/LAKES & MOUNTAINS

A tour to Austria's most famous 'Lakes and Mountains' area including stops at St Wolfgang and

Mondsee. Visit the renowned White Horse Inn and enjoy a boat trip across the Wolfgangsee

(summer only)



ORIGINAL SOUND OF MUSIC TOUR

This popular tour guides you around the locations made famous by the film, 'Sound of Music'. Including

The wedding church in Mondsee and Hellbrunn Palace



EAGLE”S NEST

Travel to Berchtesgaden in Bavaria, starting point for the spectacular journey to Hitler's 'Eagle's Nest'

and enjoy a breathtaking view of the German and Austrian Alps.



SALTMINES & CELTIC VILLAGE

This half day excursion takes us to Mt. Durrnberg, where we take a bus up the mountain and have a

guided Tour of the salt mines and Celtic village.



MOZART DINNER CONCERT

We will take you to see the most famous sights of Mozart's city of Salzburg and offer you an

unrivalled view of the city from the Hohensalzburg Fortress.

Duration of tour: 1 hr 30 mins


CANDLELIGHT DINNER/CONCERT AT SALZBURG FORTRESS

Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy a romantic 4-course candlelit dinner, followed by a Mozart

concert at the fortress Hohensalzburg. An experience that will stay in your memory for a long time!



SALZBURG 24-HOUR HOP-ON/HOP-OFF PASS

Organise your own trip to see all the highlights of Salzburg with this 24 hours Hop On

Hop Off pass.


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SIGHTSEEING TOURS/ACTIVITIES - Innsbruck

Additional excursions may be available. Please contact our office

PER PEDES CITY WALK

A short walking tour that gives you the opportunity to see the highlights of the city of Innsbruck,

Including the Hofburg, Hofkirche, Golden Roof and the Old Town

Duration of tour: 1 hr


RETURN TICKET INNSBRUCK - HAFELEKAR

Take the cable car from Innsbruck to Hafelekar. The journey starts 560 m above sea level directly

near the old town of Innsbruck with its historical buildings.


RETURN TICKET INNSBRUCK - HUNGERBERG

Take the cable car from Innsbruck to Hungerberg. The journey starts 560 m above sea level

directly near the old town of Innsbruck with its historical buildings.


RETURN TICKET INNSBRUCK - SEEGRUBE

Take the cable car from Innsbruck to Seegrube. The journey starts 560 m above sea level directly

near the old town of Innsbruck with its historical buildings.


SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL WORLD

Enjoy a unique visit to the amazing and sparking world of Crystals, created for you by Swarovski! After

re-opening in December 2007 the Swarovski Crystal World is more breathtaking than ever.

Price: from $28 per person (including entry ticket)

TIROLEAN EVENING WITH DINNER AND SHOW

Enjoy a typical Tyrolean evening with an attractive programme which only transfers, authentic folk

Music and a 3-course dinner.


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ACCOMMODATION IN VIENNA

3, 4 & 5-star centrally located hotels

Hotel Mozart ***

Just north of the old town, the

hotel is still very centrally located

and well connected to public

transport.

Double room rate from $98

per night including breakfast

Hotel Senator ***

The city hotel is the perfect

place to stay for city tourists as

well as for those looking for

culture and recreation.



Hotel Ananas ****

This hotel is located about 5

minutes away from the

historical city centre near the

Naschmarkt.


Per night including breakfast

Mercure Imlauer Nestroy ****

In Vienna's 2nd district. 15

minutes walk from St Stephens

Cathedral and a few steps

From the Metro.

Double room rates from $118


Hotel Regina ****

The hotel is situated on the Ring-

strasse, a few minutes' walk from

all the cultural places of interest

and downtown shopping areas



Hotel Royal ****

Superb location in the heart of

Vienna, 150m from St. Stephens

Cathedral and the shopping

street “Graben”



Hotel Steigenberger *****

A new hotel in the old town and

only a stone’s throw from the

“Hofburg” and “Graben” and St.

Stephans Cathedral



All rates are based on Low Season, and subject to Shoulder/High Season supplements. All hotels based on availability.

Twin, Single, Triple and Family rooms available on request.

Starlight Suiten Salzgries ****

An all-suite hotel offering spa-

cious rooms equipped with

usual modern comforts and

located in the old town district



Hotel Stefanie ****

A comfortable traditional hotel

Located steps from the Danube

Canal and the city centre.



Hotel Tyrol ****

In the heart of Vienna at the

beginning of the shopping street

Mariahilfer Strasse and near the

Museums Quartiere



Hotel Kaiserhof ****

A few minutes' walk from the

city

centre, State Opera, St

Stephen's

Cathedral and the main shop-

ping

area, Kartnerstrasse

Hotel de France *****

Located on the Ringstrasse

within walking distance of St

Stephen's Cathedral and the

main shopping areas.



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ACCOMMODATION IN SALZBURG

3, 4, & 5-star centrally located hotels

Lasserhof ****

Comfortable, family

run hotel in the centre of Salzburg.

Within easy reach on foot to all of

the historic and interesting points

of the city.



Villa Auersperg ****

The Auersperg Hotel Villa is a

family run hotel close to the Old

Town offering good value

accommodation in a peaceful

location. Please note, no lift.

Double room rate $243


Hotel Hofwirt ***

Located within a few minutes walk-

ing distance to the old town and

next door to the pedestrian zone

shopping area.



Altstadt Radisson Blu *****

A wonderful location in the heart

of the Salzburg old town,

1 minute to Mozartplatz and

3 minutes to Mozart’s birthplace



Kasererbrau ****

Centrally located and only 5

minutes walk from the Mozart

Platz, the Cathedral and

Getreidegasse shopping street



Goldener Hirsch *****

Situated on the renowned

Getreidegasse, the Goldener

Hirsch, introduces guests to the

city's captivating character.



Crowne Plaza ****

10 minutes walking distance from

Salzburg's old town and 5 minutes

walk to Mirabell Gardens and

Palace



Hotel Sacher *****

This historic hotel directly on the

bank of the River Salzach over-

looking the old town, with

magnificent views of the castle.





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ACCOMMODATION IN INNSBRUCK

3, 4, & 5-star centrally located hotels

Weisses Kreuz ****

This hotel is situated in the heart

of the old town, just metres from

The Little Golden Roof.



Hilton Innsbruck ****

Located near the Triumphal

Arch, minutes from the rail-

Station, Maria Theresian-

Strasse and the old town.

Double room rate from$175


Hotel Maximilian ***

Located within a few minutes

walking distance to the old town

and pedestrian zone.



Hotel Grauer Baer ****

Traditional Tirolean style just

200m from the entrance to the

old town. Recently renovated.



Hotel Innsbruck ****

The hotel is located in the centre

of Innsbruck just 2 minutes walk

from the Little Golden Roof



Schwarzer Adler ****

Romantik Hotel Schwarzer

Adler Innsbruck is only 200 m

away from the historic

Innsbruck old town



Hotel Central ****

The hotel is located in the heart of

the city just a few metres from the

Maria Theresienstrasse.



Grand Europa *****

Innsbruck’s only 5-star hotel,

Located opposite the railway

Station and 10 minutes walk

From the old town





With the Innsbruck Card you get admission to

Innsbruck's most important sights for little money.

Attractions such as the Mint Tower in Hall and the

Swarovski Crystal Worlds are included as well.

Free public transport in Innsbruck and from/to Igls,

Rum/Hall, Natters/Mutters is included as well

as rides with The Sightseer or the Swarovski Crys-

tal Worlds Shuttle .

1 ascent and 1 descent included on all lifts, funicu-

lars and cable cars in the area of Innsbruck. (idle

during most of November)

The Innsbruck Card also offers reductions for

special services and events, like: Tyrolean Eve-

nings with the Gundolf Family, the lake in Natters

(Natterer See), City Driving Range, Die Boerse

(bike rental), bobsleigh for visitors at the Olympic

bobsleigh run in Igls, ice skating at the Olympia-

world, Sightseeing with Schubert City tours, i-tour

(audio-visual city tour), as well as in certain spe-

cialty stores.

http://www.innsbruck.info/innsbruckcard/bergbahnen.pdf

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ACCOMMODATION IN GRAZ

3 & 4-star centrally located hotels

Hotel Daniel ***

The hotel is located close to the

main train station, 15-minutes walk

from the historic old town



Hotel Weitzer ****

The hotel has an excellent location

being situated on the banks of the

river Mur and overlooking the old

town of Graz

Double room from $162


Hotel Drei Raben ***

Located 10 minutes away from the

central railway station and the

attractive historical city centre

of Graz



Hotel Wiesler ****

The hotel has an excellent location

being situated on the banks of the

river Mur and overlooking the old

town of Graz.



Hotel Europa ****

This hotel is conveniently

situated near the railway

station and 15 minutes from the

Historic city centre.



Erzherzog Johann ****

The Palais Hotel Erzherzog

Johann is situated in the heart of

the old town of Graz, in the

immediate vicinity of the main s

square.





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HIKING TOURS - guided & self-guided

Most tours available 15 April - 15 October

HIKING Packages - 8 days/7 nights

Wachau - Walking along the Danube: 8 days/7 nights

Here in Wachau the Danube is even more beautiful than elsewhere. The mild climate and steep hills make it

ideal territory for wine and fruit growing. A varied walking tour leads past steep rocks, across soft hills and

through scenting vineyards. Little hamlets dot the landscape and apart from the famous wine delicious apricot

specialities belong to the outstanding regional specialities.

Price: from $810 per person/twin share

Lake Walking in the Salzkammergut: 8 days/7 nights

„No more beautiful country in this time..“ an old folk song claims and this quote truly applies to the Austrian

Salzkammergut. Mountains, lakes and picturesque places belong to one of the most beautiful treasures of the

world. This uniqueness has been recognized by UNESCO and the region Hallstatt has been declared

UNESCO Heritage of nature and culture.


Styrian Lake Ausee: 8 days/7 nights

Surrounded by the impressive summits of Salzkammergut Alps and only accessible by alpine passes the

region Ausseerland was able to preserve the local way of life. This place of unusual beauty is a hidden gem

in the geographical centre of Austria. Surrounded by the “Dead Mountains” as the native name Totengebirge

is translated this lovely pasture is nonetheless a very lively spot.


The Dachstein High Alpine Trail: 8 days/7 nights

UNESCO cultural and nature heritage region Hallstatt Dachstein is the site of unusual places such

as the Dachstein caves, salt mines and the prehistoric Hallstatt. Most interesting are the ice caves,

which are accessible via cable car only. The Dachstein massif with the main summit of almost

3.000 m is covered by glaciers (only glacier outside of the Alps).


Koenigsee—Hockkoenig: 8 days/7 nights—Guided tour Departure dates: 24/06, 22/07, 26/08-2013

Idyllic, mysterious and unique the blue-green waters of Lake Koenigssee nestle in midst of intimidating

mountains. Towering peaks and lovely valleys are connected by marvellous crossings. Walk through National

Park Berchtesgaden, the only German national park in the Alps.

Price: from 1245 per person/twin share

All tours include the following services:

7 overnights in 3-star hotels, gasthofs or mountain huts as per program

Half board, (breakfast/dinner), some walking snacks based on selected program

Luggage transfer as necessary

Personal tour information

Transfers as necessary according to program

Experienced walking guide (if a guided tour)

Carefully elaborated route information

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CYCLINGTOURS - Guided & self-guided

Most tours available 17 April - 17 October

Cycling Packages - up to 8 days/7 nights

The Danube Cycle Path—Passau to Vienna: 8 days/7 nights

The classic route along the river Danube from Passau to Vienna is one of the most beautiful cycle tours of

Europe. Nobody will forget the unique natural beauties of Schlogener Schlinge, the legendary Nibelungen

country or famous Wachau with vineyards and apricot orchards.


Danube by Bike & Barge: 8 days/7 nights

Along the Danube by bike and barge – this is a special experience since your “swimming” hotel is always

with you! You cycle slightly downhill through an impressing landscape. Discover legendary Wachau region and

enjoy Vienna—home of the waltz, apple struedel and the famed Spanish Riding School.


Wine & wellness in Styria: 8 days/7 nights

Should you owe your body once more a favour, treat yourself to this bicycle tour! Beautiful scenery in Syria,

fresh air and the exercise will do their magic and you will feel well in no time at all. Your palate will be pleased

by the local delicacies and wines of “Suedsteirische Weinstraße” – the South Styrian Wine Street – around

Ehrenhausen and Gamlitz.


The Zillertal - from your hotel base: 8 days/7 nights

Majestic backdrop for comfortable cyclists – the world wide known mountains of Tyrol are awaiting you!

Zillertaler Alps, Karwendel Massif, Kitzbühler Alps and Northern Chain stand guard when you cycle on mostly

flat roads through Tyrol’s valleys. Get unforgettable impressions of the country between Innsbruck and

Kufstein.


Vineyards and Volcanos of Styria - from your hotel base: 7 days/6nights

Staying on holidays where the locals love to be – this possibility is quite singular in South Styria. This region of

Austria on the border to Slovenia is dominated by a range of ancient volcanoes. Modern thermal spas,

impressing culture, delicious quality wines, lovely scenery and a mild climate. All these treasures you explore

during this centred tour.

Price: from 1245 per person/twin share

All tours include the following services:

7 or 6 overnights in 3 and 4-star hotels, gasthofs as per program

Half board, (breakfast/dinner),

Luggage transfer as necessary per program

Personal tour information

Transfers as necessary according to program

Carefully elaborated route information

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IMPORTANT TERMS & CONDITIONS TO KEEP EVERYONE HAPPY!

RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENT:

A non-refundable deposit of $250 per person per tour is required within 10 days of a booking being made with your travel agent. Final payment is required

in our office 60 days prior to the tour commencement date. Bookings requested less than 60 days prior require the full payment. Travel documents/tour

joining information will be sent to your travel agent approximately 21 days prior to tour commencement (unless you specifically request your documents

for an earlier date).

RESERVATION CHANGES, CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS::

Changes: A fee of $50 per person will be charged for any revision or alteration made to a confirmed reservation.

Cancellation: A fee of $250 per person will be charged for the cancellation of all confirmed reservations. Notice of cancellation must be received in writing

from you or your travel agent. When the cancellation notice is received less than 60 days prior to tour commencement date, the following additional fees

will apply.

60 – 45 days prior $250 per person 45 – 21 days prior $450 per person

20 – 15 days prior $750 per person 14 – 01 days prior $1000 per person

Day of departure 100% of tour price

We highly recommend the purchase of Travel Insurance, which may reimburse you for cancellation under certain conditions.

Refunds: Any refunds due to you will be processed within 30 days on receipt of the cancellation notice.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Individual Packages: Prices are based on 2 persons travelling, unless a single room supplement is paid.

Escorted Tour Prices: Tour prices are guaranteed against any currency exchange increases. However, tour prices are based on a minimum of 15 persons

on the tour, and we reserve the right to pass any service cost increases on to the participant. Where possible, Austria Travel Direct will absorb any such

increases.

Triple Room Reduction: A third person using a separate bed in the room will receive a reduction of 10% on the tour price.

Itinerary Variation: Austria Travel Direct reserves the right to alter the itinerary due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, (such as wars,

weather/Acts of God, strikes) and to substitute hotels of a similar category where necessary.

Rooms: All rooms have private facilities and either a double bed or two singles (depending on your request). Room sizes may vary within a hotel. Rooms

are allocated on “Run of House” basis. Single Room Supplement guarantees the room for one person, and does not necessarily mean a larger room.

Meals: All breakfasts are “buffet” – meaning they offer a selection of hot and cold foods, juice tea and coffee. Evening meals (and lunches) are usually

three courses. On certain tours - special meals such as Christmas Dinner and/or New Year’s Eve Dinner are up to 6 courses. If you have special dietary

requirements, these must be made known at time of booking. Some extreme dietary requirements may not be available. Evening meals do not include

beverages of any kind unless otherwise stated in the tour “inclusions”.

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

Domestic and/or international airfares needed to get you to/from the start/end point of the tour. Personal spending money, telephone calls, bar bills, laun-

dry and room service. Gratuities to your Driver(s) and Tour Manager(s). Drinks with meals - unless indicated in the itinerary. Any passport/visa fees nec-

essary to enter the countries featured in the itinerary.

RESPONSIBILITY:

Austria Direct acts only as agent for accommodation suppliers and other service operators featured in this brochure and is no way to be considered the

principal agent of the subject services. By accepting vouchers and documents, tour participants agree that neither Austria Travel Direct or any of its repre-

sentatives shall be liable to any person taking its tours for any loss, injury, death or damage to any such persons, or their belongings or otherwise in con-

nection with any accommodation, transportation or other services, either directly or indirectly from any occurrences beyond its control, including break-

down in equipment, strikes, acts of God, theft, delay or cancellation or changes in itinerary or schedules. Any legal claims against Austria Travel Direct

will only be considered in the legal jurisdiction of New South Wales, Australia.

These packages and tours operated by:

AUSTRIA TRAVEL DIRECT

Lic. # 2TA5294 A.B.N. 53099189018

2/98 Marine Parade, Kingscliff NSW 2487

Tel: 02 6674-0365 ~ Fax: 02 6674-2126 ~ [email protected]

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