Hallstatt
- Small village known for its production of salt, dating back to prehistoric times
- Linked to Celtic and Proto-Celtic people of the Early Iron Age Europe 800-450 BC
Schönbrunn Palace
- 1,441 room Baroque palace
- Former imperial summer residence
- Over 300 years old
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
Graz
- City that has a long tradition as a region of universities
- One of the best preserved city centers in Central Europe
- More important to Solvenes politically and culturally than the capital of Slovenia
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
Wachau
- Valley formed by the Danube river
- Settled in prehistoric times
- Known for its ancient monasteries, castles, ruins, vineyards, and urban architecture of its towns and villages
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
Vienna
- Largest city in Austria
- Originally inhabited by early Celtic and Roman settlements that created Medieval and Baroque architecture
- Known in European music as the center of the great age of Viennese Classicism through the early part of the 20th century
- The number 1 destination for international congresses and conventions
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
Hofburg
- Former imperial palace in the center of Vienna
- Built in the 13th century
- Once the seat of power of the Habsburg dynasty rules, now the residence and workplace of the President of Austria
Grossglockner High Alpine Road
- Highest surfaced mountain pass road in Austria
- Elevation height 8,215 ft
- Built as a scenic route
- Named after Austria’s highest mountain
Österreichische Galerie Belvedere
- Museum house in Belvedere palace
- Baroque landmark established in 1903
- The palace was the summer residence of Prince Eugene of Savoy
Hallstatt Skywalk
- Viewing platform above the city of Hallstatt
Grossglockner
- Highest mountain in Austria at 12,461 ft
- The first recorded ascent was in 1786 and guided by peasants from the mountains who explored the area first
Costs
all flights $1,290
food $37/day x 13 days = $481
hotel $47/day x 11 days = $517
tickets (all attractions) $146
TOTAL for whole itinerary $2,434
