Soaring mountain peaks in Austria

The Austrian Tirol is a land of beautiful scenery, with rushing streams and small villages nestling at the foot of mighty mountains. We stay in a friendly three-star hotel in Schlitters in the heart of this wonderful region. It is a family-run hotel - we know them well and they do all they can to provide a wonderful holiday for us.

Exploring the beautiful Zillertal valley

An attractive narrow gauge railway runs along the Zillertal valley through impressive Alpine scenery. It takes you to places of interest, such as Mayrhofen, with its wide range of shops and facilities, including a large swimming pool with water slides. Cable cars whisk you up the mountain to enjoy stunning views and interesting walks.

The stunning Krimml waterfalls

Our optional excursion package takes us to the spectacular Krimml Waterfalls. Split across three tiers and surrounded by attractive forest, the water crashes from a height of 380m. The water bouncing off the rocks as it tumbles down creates an amazing natural display.

The medieval town of Rattenberg

As you enter through the town gate, you can imagine yourself back in the Middle Ages. In the quaint, cobbled streets of Rattenberg the picturesque konditorei cafes serve superb coffee and irresistable apfelstrudel with cream.

Salzburg and the Sound of Music

Visit one of Europe’s most admired cities, Salzburg, where graceful architecture is set in magnificent scenery as the Alps meet the lowlands. Salzburg has a great musical heritage, having been home to both Mozart and the Sound of Music. Visit the Mozarteum, re-enact your favourite scenes from the Sound of Music or sit in a café amongst the narrow medieval streets and arcaded courtyards of the Old Town.

The beautiful Lake Achensee

Our optional excursion package also includes a visit to lake Achensee. Under the towering mountain peaks, this beautiful natural location offers the opportunity to walk in the fresh alpine air, hire a boat to take out on the water or enjoy a hot chocolate by the lakeside.

Many interesting local activities

If you want to be active, a wide range of appealing walks are on offer, while activities such as tubing and rafting can be arranged. The next-door village of Fugen has a new thermal spring centre and outdoor pool, with a 133m slide and wave pool.

Interest packed tours which include the very best of this magnificent area

For those touring with us in June and September, our luxury double deck coach takes us through France, where we stay overnight in a hotel. The next day we drive through Switzerland to reach the the beautiful Alps in the Austrian Tirol.

In August and September there is the option of direct flights with British Airways and airport transfers.