Itinerary
Highlights
~ Walk to visit Mozart Village, St. Gilgen;
~ Relaxing day to spend at Bad Ischl;
~ Visit Mount Katrin by cable car;
~ Hike around the region of Hallstatt, UNESCO Heritage Site;
~ Furnicular ride to Hallstatt Skywalk;
~ Leisurely paced throughout the hiking tour.
Day 1 Arrive Munich, Train Transfer to Salzburg – Lake Wolfgangsee
Train transfer from Munich Airport to Salzburg and connect by public bus to Lake Wolfgangsee. Rest of day at leisure after check-in, available from 1500 hours (3.00 PM) onwards.
Meal: nil
Stay: Aberseehof or similar
Day 2 Round trip St. Wolfgang & St. Gilgen
Take the boat to St. Wolfgang. The walk starts along a walking trail to Falkenstein rock wall, enjoy beautiful views of the lake. An idyllic path along the lake takes us into Mozart village St. Gilgen. Return by boat.
Meal: Breakfast
Stay: Aberseehof or similar
Hiking Duration: est. 4 – 5 hours Hiking Distance: approx. 10 KM Elevation: est. +250 M / -250 M
Day 3 Wolfgangsee – Bad Ischl
From St. Wolfgang, walk to Lake Schwarzensee. Here the lake cabin of Lore is worth a stop for the delicious homemade snacks. Via Wirer Gorge into the valley and around Bürglstein to the lake promenade of Strobl. By coach into the ancient Imperial summer residence Bad Ischl.
Meal: Breakfast
Stay: Goldenes Schiff or similar
Hiking Duration: est. 5 – 6 hours Hiking Distance: approx. 15 KM Elevation: est. +350 M / -300 M
Day 4 Day off in Bad Ischl
Use the free time to explore the many places of interest in Bad Ischl. ‘Kaiservilla’ Emperor Franz Josef’s summer residence, Café Zauner with famous delicacies or a visit to the Salzkammergut thermal spa. For those who wish to remain active, we will take a hike to Siriuskogel standing at around 130 metres tall.
Meal: Breakfast
Stay: Goldenes Schiff or similar
Hiking Duration: est. 2 hours Hiking Distance: approx. 4 KM Elevation: est. +150 M / -150 M
Day 5 Bad Ischl – Bad Goisern
You may wish to take the cable car (own expense) to the summit of Mount Katrin at an altitude of 1,400 metres above sea level. The mountain top offers an imperial view over Bad Ischl and the surrounding alpine mountains and lakes.
Salt always has been an important source of income in Salzkammergut. The oldest brine pipeline of the world leads from Hallstatt’s salt mine to the salt works in Bad Ischl. Walk along the promenade into Kaltenbachau, a site of Imperial pleasures as horse races, picnics, and rendezvous. On brine pipeline trail to Bad Goisern, the gateway to UNESCO heritage Hallstatt. If you want to walk a little higher, hike on the spectacular mountain trail of the “Eternal Wall”.
Meal: Breakfast
Stay: Hotel Goisererhof or similar
Hiking Duration: est. 3 – 5 hours Hiking Distance: approx. 12 KM Elevation: est. +80 M / -50 M
Day 6 Round trip Hallstatt
Continue on brine pipeline trail to the salt mountain in Hallstatt (salt mine dates back to Celtic times). Here enjoy a scenic view of the lake and Dachstein massif. Take the furnicular up to Hallstatt Skywalk. You may plan a visit of the salt mine, enjoy the views from the top of Rudolf’s tower and visit the excavation sites. A boat brings you across the lake back to Bad Goisern.
Meal: Breakfast
Stay: Hotel Goisererhof or similar
Hiking Duration: est. 5 – 6 hours Hiking Distance: approx. 14 KM Elevation: est. +400 M / -100 M
Day 7 Bad Goisern – Wolfgangsee
By train to Bad Ischl. Along the romantic Sissi-Path, walk to the tiny lake Nussensee then along River Ischl back to Lake Wolfgangsee. Through the nature reserve Blinklingmoos along the lake back to today’s accommodation.
Meal: Breakfast
Stay: Aberseehofor similar
Hiking Duration: est. 6 – 7 hours Hiking Distance: approx. 20 KM Elevation: est. +300 M / -200 M
Day 8 Depart Lake Wolfgangsee or extension
Rest and relax until it is time for the public bus transportation to Salzburg Train Station to connect the train back to Munich. Official check-out time is 1100 hours (11.00 AM).
Meal: Breakfast
Inclusions
~ 7 nights accommodation (non-airconditioned);
~ 7 breakfasts, 3 dinners;
~ luggage transfers between accommodation, (1 piece of luggage per hiker, maximum 20 kg);
~ boat ride on Wolfgangsee;
~ ferry ride to Wolfgangsee, Hallstättersee;
~ valley tram car ride, one-way only to Salzbergbahn (Skywalk) Hallstatt;
~ 2-way cable card ride up Mount Katrin;
~ train ride from Hallstatt > Bad Goisern > Bad Ischl;
~ Salzkammergut Erlebnis Card (discounts for cable cars, thermal bath Bad Ischl, salt mine Hallstatt, Boat rides etc.);
~ carefully planned and detailed route description;
~ digital route data provided;
~ service hotline during hiking days 2 to 7.
Exclusions
~ air travel to Munich, Germany;
~ lunches and dinners;
~ tourist visa to Germany & Austria (if applicable);
~ tourism taxes;
~ comprehensive travel insurance;
~ expenses of personal nature;
~ anything not specified in the itinerary and inclusion.
Important Notes
~ A deposit of SGD 300 per person is required at the time of booking. Deposit paid is non-refundable unless trip is withdrawn or cancelled by Travel Wander.
~ Full or balance payment is 60 days prior to departure.
~ Only book your air ticket to Munich, Germany when you have been informed to do so.
~ This “Experience Self-Guided with Travel Wander” requires minimum 8 hikers to depart and the maximum group size is 12 hikers.
~ This trip is designed for hikers who may wish to have almost complete control of their hike yet with added support and assistance of having a trip facilitator to ensure everything runs seamlessly. Alternatively, simply follow the trip facilitator who will hike with the main group each day.
~ Should you require a visa to enter Germany & Austria, it is your responsibility to obtain such document before departure. Check your entry requirement and apply for your visa HERE if you require.
~ For hikers who are travelling alone and have opted for twin-share occupancy, Travel Wander will do our utmost to pair you with another hiker of the same gender to share the room. If this is not possible, hikers are required to top up the difference for a single room. Should you choose not to go on this trip, there is no refund of the deposit paid.
~ As you prepare for the hiking vacation, we recommend one hour of exercise 2 times per week (this can be hiking, running or walking). Hike at least 2 or 3 consecutive days if possible as the trip draws near.
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~ Every effort is made to ensure the trip and included experiences take place during the ideal time or period of the year, however certain sights are subject to weather conditions and seasonal variations that are not within the control of Travel Wander. Although you may get to see and/or experience, we cannot guarantee the sightings.
~ Provision of meals during the trip showcases local authenticity, cuisine and food culture of the places we are visiting. All food allergies and dietary restrictions must be disclosed to Travel Wander at the time of booking. We will use reasonable efforts to accommodate special requirements or requests but this is not always possible given the nature of the destinations visited and availability of options. We cannot guarantee that dietary needs or restrictions can be accommodated. Travel Wander is not liable for failure to accommodate or fulfil such requests. Meal supplementary charges may be imposed to meet your dietary needs.
~ Trip grading is an indication of the difficulty of the activities included. Preparation and engaging in regular exercise to maintain good physical condition and active lifestyle prior to the trip will be most beneficial in ensuring you have full enjoyment of the trip. We are glad to discuss your concerns and answer your queries.
~ Our utmost priority is always the safety of the hikers. Therefore inclusion of the itinerary may be altered due to (not limited to) bad weather, local conditions, accommodation book out, the skill levels of the hikers and/or other unexpected circumstances beyond our control. We reserve the right to make changes necessary and there will be no refund should you decide to discontinue with the trip.
~ Because hiking requires a certain level of cardio and stamina exertion, it is not suitable for hikers with chronic and/or acute disease. Please consider your physical condition before booking. Hikers must ensure they are medically and physically able to hike.
~ If hiker presents difficulty in completing the ride of the day, we strongly discourage the cyclist from continuing for the day with top priority on the safety of the hiker and team in mind. The hiker can fast-track to the next accommodation making use of public transportation (where available) or booking a private transfer at the hiker’s own expense. There is no refund on this portion of the trip.
~ Hiker may choose to terminate the hike early during any time of the planned hiking day or make it a rest day, and fast track to the next accommodation by making use of public transportation (where available) or booking private transfer at the hiker’s own expense. Should the hiker wish to partake in other activities or sightseeing on the rest day, it will be at the hikers’s own expense. There is no refund on this portion of the trip.
~ Purchasing comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended. See HERE for details.
~ By making a payment to Travel Wander LLP, you (and on behalf of the rest of travelling companions) acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to Travel Wander’s Booking Conditions and Other Important Information: Cancellation and Amendment, Modes of Payment, Privacy Policy & Indemnity Policy.
