Tours & activities in Austrian Alps
From glacier viewpoints to guided adventures, the Austrian Alps offer year-round experiences around Kitzbühel, St. Anton, Innsbruck, Ischgl. Book tours and activities after you have fixed your travel dates and base town.
Winter highlights
- Skiing
- snowboarding
- Christmas markets
- thermal baths.
Summer highlights
- Hiking
- cycling
- climbing
- lake swimming
- culture.
Recommended tours
Vienna: Hallstatt Alpine Village Day Trip with Hotel Pickup
Pickup available · . Day trip to Hallstatt from Vienna.
Vienna: Hallstatt, Salzburg, Melk, Alps & Lakes Day Trip
Pickup available · . Hallstatt, Salzburg, Melk and alpine lakes from Vienna.
From Bratislava to the Austrian Alps: Hallstatt & Salzburg
Small group · Pickup available · . Hallstatt and Salzburg from Bratislava.
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Sample itineraries
3-day highlights
Day 1: Arrive and explore your base town. Day 2: Full mountain day (skiing or hiking). Day 3: Scenic tour or lake activity before departure.
5-day mixed adventure
Combine two mountain days with a guided tour, a cultural town visit, and one flexible weather day for your top viewpoint or lift.
Week-long regional loop
Split time between two bases in the Austrian Alps — one ski-focused, one lake or culture-focused — linked by train or rental car.
Travel tips
- Getting around: Trains to Innsbruck/Salzburg; buses and hire cars to villages.
- Book popular cable cars and glacier tours in advance during peak weeks.
- Morning slots are quieter for hikes and scenic lifts; afternoons work well for spa or village time.
- Confirm meeting points and pickup options when booking guided tours.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best tours in the Austrian Alps?
Top experiences include glacier and cable car trips, guided hikes, scenic train rides, and adventure sports. Our curated picks above reflect popular bookable tours in the region.
When is the best season for activities in the Austrian Alps?
December–March for ski; May–October for hiking and lakes.
Should I book tours before arriving in the Austrian Alps?
Book high-demand experiences (glacier trips, paragliding, small-group hikes) before you travel. Leave one flexible day for weather-dependent viewpoints.
How do I get from the airport to activities in the Austrian Alps?
Fly into Innsbruck (INN), Salzburg (SZG), Munich (MUC).. Use trains, resort shuttles, or hire cars — see our region overview for transport detail.
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