Summer Alps & Medieval Adventure

July 11–20, 2027

Salzburg • Zell am See • Kaprun • Munich | Small-Group Hosted Austria Tour

Tour Highlights

- Kaprun Castle Medieval Festival
- Salzburg Fortress & Historic Old Town
- Zell am See alpine lake region
- Austrian Alps mountain cable car & glacier scenery
- Hosted train travel through Austria and Bavaria
- Traditional Austrian alpine hotels
- Lakeside cafés, mountain huts, and regional cuisine
- Small-group hosted travel experience
- Relaxed pacing with fewer hotel changes
- Optional hiking, gondolas, lake activities, and cultural experiences

Experience Kaprun Castle Medieval Festival

Set beneath the dramatic peaks of the Austrian Alps, the annual festival at Burg Kaprun transforms this 12th-century castle into one of Austria’s most memorable summer traditions.

Ancient stone courtyards fill with armored fighters, artisan guilds, musicians, medieval markets, fire performances, and the sounds of celebration echoing through the castle walls late into the evening.

The atmosphere extends well beyond the castle gates. Throughout the Zell am See–Kaprun region, summer in the Alps brings mountain lifts, glacier viewpoints, lakeside cafés, alpine trails, village festivals, and long evenings surrounded by some of Austria’s most spectacular scenery.

Guests will have time to experience both the energy of the festival and the slower rhythm of alpine travel — whether exploring Salzburg’s old town, relaxing beside Lake Zell, riding into the mountains, or lingering over dinner in a traditional Austrian guesthouse.

Munich, Salzburg & the Austrian Alps

9 nights/10 day Guided Tour

Munich, Germany — 1 night

Arrive in Bavaria and settle into Europe before beginning the journey into Austria.

Salzburg, Austria — 2 nights

Explore Salzburg’s fortress, historic old town, gardens, cafés, beer halls, and baroque architecture. Optional add-on experiences may include a traditional Austrian cooking class, Salzburg dark history tour, brewery experiences, concerts, and other cultural activities.

Zell am See–Kaprun Region, Austrian Alps — 5 nights

Experience the Kaprun Castle Medieval Festival along with glacier scenery, mountain lifts, alpine villages, lakeside towns, and relaxed time in the Austrian Alps. Optional activities throughout the region may include lake cruises, swimming, mountain coasters, alpine slides, gondolas, scenic hikes, spa experiences, rafting, canyoning, summer toboggan runs, and tandem paragliding above the Alps.

Munich, Germany — 1 final night

Return to Munich for a final evening before departures home the following morning.

Travelers interested in extending their European journey before or after the tour are welcome to ask about additional planning assistance.

Summer Adventure in the Austrian Alps

Alpine Adventure

Mountain gondolas & glacier viewpoints
Alpine coaster and summer toboggan runs
Swimming and lakeside beach clubs
Scenic lake cruises on Lake Zell
Tandem paragliding above the Alps
Whitewater rafting and canyoning
Hiking trails and alpine huts
Spa and wellness experiences
Traditional Austrian cooking classes
Salzburg dark history tours and brewery experiences

What's Included

9 nights hotel accommodations

9 breakfasts and 7 dinners

Hosted transportation throughout the tour
On-ground transportation travel between destinations within the itinerary,
including high-speed train, bus and trams.
Kaprun Castle Medieval Festival experience
Guided orientation walks in Salzburg and Munich
Small-group hosted travel experience (8-15 people)
Local recommendations and optional free-time suggestions throughout the trip

Optional add-on experiences may include:

Traditional Austrian cooking classes
Salzburg dark history tours
Brewery experiences and tastings
Mountain lifts and glacier excursions
Lake cruises and swimming areas
Alpine coaster and summer toboggan runs
Rafting, canyoning, and outdoor adventure activities
Tandem paragliding in the Austrian Alps

What's Not Included

- Airfare to and from Europe

- Travel and international health insurance

- Optional excursions and activities

- Additional meals not listed

- Personal expenses and shopping

- Airport transfers outside the tour itinerary

Request the Detailed Itinerary

If this Austria Alps & Medieval Festival Adventure feels like the kind of journey you’ve been looking for, the next step is to request the full itinerary and tour details.

The detailed itinerary includes:

Day-by-day tour schedule
Hotel information
Transportation details
Optional activities and excursions
Pricing and payment information
Airfare guidance and arrival suggestions
Ideas for extending your travels before or after the tour

This gives you the opportunity to explore the trip in greater detail and decide whether this style of small-group hosted travel is the right fit for your travel style and interests.

Group size is intentionally limited to create a more personal and relaxed travel experience.

Interested in extending your time in Europe before or after the tour? We’re happy to help with additional travel planning suggestions.