Vienna to Hallstatt Private Tour: Skywalk & Ancient Salt Mines Exploration

Embark on a private tour from Vienna to Hallstatt and explore the ancient salt mines and charming village. Walk through tunnels, visit the Skywalk, and discover the rich history of this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Duration: 14 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Vienna - Vienna to Hallstatt, about 3h 30min.
    Begin your day at 7:30 AM as we conveniently pick you up directly from your hotel. During the 3-hour scenic drive to Hallstatt, your private guide Jane will immerse you in the rich history of Austria and the Salzkammergut region. This will set the scene perfectly for the magical day that lies ahead.
  • Hallstatt Skywalk - Skywalk, Hallstatt, about 1 hour.
    Upon arrival in the picturesque village of Hallstatt, we will first ascend by funicular to the mountaintop for an exhilarating Skywalk experience. Take in the breathtaking panoramic views of Hallstatt, the lake, and the surrounding Alpine scenery from this unique vantage point. The world will seem to pause for a moment as you breathe in the fresh mountain air.

After the Skywalk, we will head to a local restaurant, where you can indulge in a delicious lunch featuring the flavors of Austrian cuisine. Savor the traditional dishes as you gaze out at the stunning views that this alpine village has to offer.

  • Salzwelten Hallstatt - Excursion to the salt mines, Hallstatt, about 2 hours.
    The journey will continue with a fascinating visit to the Salt Mine, where you will be guided through a 4000-year-old history of salt mining. Delve into the subterranean world, learn about its history and significance to Hallstatt, and witness firsthand the stunning beauty of this underground marvel.
  • Hallstatt - Hallstatt, 2 hours.
    Once we reemerge from the Salt Mine, we’ll descend back to the village by funicular. A captivating 2-hour walking tour will then lead you through the enchanting streets of Hallstatt, where your guide will share more riveting stories and local secrets about this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Vienna - Hallstatt - Vienna, 3h 30 min.

As we make the 3-hour return drive to Vienna, we’ll ensure you’re comfortable with stops for snacks and bathroom breaks.

What's Included
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional English speaking guide
  • Tickets to funicular and salt mine
  • Professional English speaking driver
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

This unique tour combines education and fun, making it an unforgettable experience. Here’s what you can look forward to:
-Skywalk View of Hallstatt: Begin with a breathtaking view of Hallstatt from the Skywalk.
-Hidden Mountain Village: Visit a cozy village nestled in the mountains, offering a glimpse into secluded alpine life.
-Oldest Salt Mine Exploration: Explore the ancient salt mine, learning about historical mining techniques, the first miners, and seeing the oldest wooden staircase.
-Thrilling Wooden Slides: Experience the original miners’ descent with two exhilarating rides down wooden slides.
-Underground Cinema: Enjoy a unique cinematic experience in an underground theater.
-Light Show and Caves: Marvel at a stunning light show and explore the mysterious tunnels and caves.
This day is designed to be both educational, revealing the history and techniques of ancient salt mining, and filled with fun activities like slides and light shows, ensuring a memorable experience for all.

Location
Vienna
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Kagen_c
Jun 19, 2024
So much fun, just book it!!! - We had such a great time with Jenny and Vladimir. Incredible conversation our guide was very knowledgeable and customized the tour to fit our needs. We traveled with two small children and they were able to find Kids seats for them. The van was very nice and they could not have been better guides. In fact, we liked the tour with them so much we immediately booked a bonus tour with the same guides. I was blown away by how knowledgeable and friendly they were. we now have friends for life. This was absolutely hands-down, the highlight of our trip to Vienna.
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Michael_b
May 6, 2024
Amazing Trip to Hallstatt - Jenny and her driver (Sorry that I forgot his name) were great, they make a great team. It is a long day but it is worth it, on the drive to Hallstatt Jenny provides you with information about the area and makes the drive go fast. She stays with you for the entire day and is a wealth of knowledge, you can tell she is very passionate and enjoys what she is doing. I would highly recommend this trip with Jenny
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Erick_s
Feb 7, 2024
Hallstat day trip - We are a couple travellers, love the view from sky walk and salt mining experience. Long hours drive from Vienna to Hallstat but worthed If you have limited time and wanted to visit Hallstat, highly recommend this private tour. Jenny our tour guide was friendly and know the best spot for taking nice picture.
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Lynne_d
Nov 8, 2023
Private tour to Hallstatt with Jane and her driver - We had a wonderful day with Jane and her driver. Jane organised a great day of touring beautiful Hallstatt. No waiting for tickets as everything was so well organised. We had a relaxing lunch and plenty of photo opportunities. It was a pleasure to spend time with such a well informed guide as so much knowledge about the area was shared with us. Highly recommended this tour for a fabulous experience. Jane was AMAZING. Thanks so much Lynne and David
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Peteckw
Oct 12, 2023
Wow! Great Trip. - The trip from Vienna to Hallstatt is simply amazing - from the hosts, Jenny and Vladimir, to the whole experience. The drive was a long drive, but they were great in giving us background history. Hallstatt is just picturesque and worth the long drive from Vienna. The Salt Mine is such a great experience and Jenny was great and did the tour on our pace. Her background and historical information about the mine and Hallstatt was added really wonderful and relevant details to the experience. All up fantastic trip - great hosts (informative, friendly), great scenery and great experience. Highly recommended.
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Cheryl_s
Jun 24, 2023
Charming! - Our tour guide Jane is just as charming as the town of Hallstatt. She made this trip such a wonderful experience for us. I highly recommend taking one of the tours that she guides. We so enjoyed the salt mines, walking the streets of Hallstatt and sharing a traditional meal. Such a beautiful place to visit!
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P6545cejeffreya
May 24, 2023
Highly Recommended Private Tour - My wife and two kids (8 and 11) went with Jane (and driver Vladimir) to Hallstatt while I attended a conference. They had an amazing time. Jane was very knowledgeable about Austrian history and the sites along the way. I'm so glad to have gotten the private experience for them. Most tours to Hallstatt from Vienna don't go to the salt mine and that was the highlight for the kids. Well worth it!
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Jswan1963
Nov 15, 2022
Great tour guide and great tour - We were picked up at our hotel in a Mercedes mini van and greeted warmly by our guide, Jane. We had an excellent experience. Salt mine was was cool and Hallstatt was wonderful. Jane was very well informed and very friendly. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND this tour.
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