There's no city like Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart and Alpine setting of the Sound of Music. Wander Salzburg's Old Town alleys and be captivated by Germany's medieval castles on this 14-day tour that highlights some of Europe's most romantic cities and regions.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Heidelberg

Board an overnight flight to Germany.

Day 2 - Heidelberg

Meet your Go Ahead representative after you land in Frankfurt. Then transfer to Heidelberg and meet the rest of your group at an included dinner. (B in flight, D)

Day 3 - Heidelberg

A professional guide shows you the sights of medieval Heidelberg, including the rose-colored castle, the cobbled Marktplatz and renowned Heidelberg University. Afterwards, join an optional Riesling wine tasting. (B)

$59 USD

Riesling Wine Tasting Join a trip to one of Heidelberg’s finest vineyards to sample local white wines pressed from the area’s famous Riesling grapes.

Day 4 - Lucerne

Stop by the Rhine Falls and through the Black Forest on today’s transfer to Lucerne, where dinner is included. (B, D)

Day 5 - Lucerne

On your guided tour of Lucerne, view the poignant sandstone Löwendenkmal (Lion Monument), and cross the River Reuss on one of its medieval covered bridges. This afternoon, opt to ascend Mount Pilatus via cable car for panoramic views of the surrounding Alps. (B

$79 USD

Mount Pilatus This scenic excursion begins with a cruise along Lake Lucerne aboard an authentic steamer. Then ascend the 7,000-foot summit of Mount Pilatus, on the world’s steepest cog-wheel railway, where the views of the Alps are stunning.

Day 6 - Innsbruck

Leaving Lucerne, travel through the principality of Liechtenstein before arriving in Innsbruck later. A local guide leads a sightseeing tour of Innsbruck, city of the Hapsburg empire and site of two Winter Olympics. (B, D)

Day 7 - Munich

Cross into Bavarian Germany and visit the mountaintop castle of Neuschwanstein, 19th-century retreat of the eccentric young King Ludwig II. Arrive later in Munich. (B, D)

Day 8 - Munich

On your sightseeing tour of Munich, pass the Residenz and visit Nymphenburg Palace. Then stop in Marienplatz, the heart of the city, to view the whimsical Glockenspiel. Your tour director will then introduce you to the music and merriment of the Munich Christmas Markets, which are sure to warm any heart and gladden every spirit. Enjoy browsing the stalls this afternoon, or join an optional excursion to the former concentration camp site at Dachau. (B)

$29 USD

Dachau Dachau served as one of the most notorious concentration camps during World War II. Today the camp is a Holocaust memorial museum .

Day 9 - Salzburg

Journey on to Salzburg today in time for a guided tour in the afternoon. See the Renaissance cathedral, the Franciscan churchyard and many settings from The Sound of Music. Pay tribute to one of Salzburg’s most famous citizens during a visit to the Mozart House. (B, D)

Day 10 - Salzburg

Spend a free day in Salzburg or join an optional excursion to the mountain village of Berchtesgaden, where you’ll also visit Eagle’s Nest, a mountaintop lodge used by the Nazis during World War II. Later today, opt for a Mozart concert and dinner. (B)

$119 USD

Berchtesgaden & the Eagle's Nest Explore the Bavarian Alps where you'll visit the 450-year old salt mines and the Eagle's Nest, which served as a lookout point for World War II troops.

$115 USD

Mozart Concert Tonight, experience some of Mozart's most treasured masterpieces during a special concert, followed by dinner in one of Vienna's fine restaurants.

Day 11 - Vienna

En route to the Austrian capital, drive through the scenic Austrian countryside to Melk for a guided tour of the imposing, 11th-century, golden-hued abbey. After you arrive in Vienna and settle in, your tour director will lead you to the magical Christmas Markets, sure to rival the ones in Munich in size, scope and spirit. The afternoon is yours to continue perusing the wares at each stall. Be sure to taste the Gluhwein, a hot mulled wine that will keep you warm as you search for the perfect presents to bring home. Tonight, rejoin your group to display your finds and to enjoy an included dinner. (B, D)

Day 12 - Vienna

Travel along the elegant streets of the “Ring” on today’s guided tour of Vienna. Pass by Vienna’s Opera House and the Hofburg, once the hub of imperial power. (B)

Day 13 - Vienna

Spend a free day in Vienna today. Also offered is an optional full-day excursion to Bratislava for a guided tour of the Slovakian capital. This evening, savor a traditional meal at an optional Heurigen dinner. (B)

$99 USD

Bratislava Take a guided tour of Slovakia's capital where you'll visit the famous Hall of Mirrors and the Old Town.

$85 USD

Heurigen Evening Drive down Vienna's "Ring," an area of wide boulevards, then continue to the scenic village of Grinzing for a traditional Austrian dinner.

Day 14 - Vienna

Board your flight home, or continue to Prague on our tour extension. (B)