Berchtesgaden - Bavarian Alps Tour
Pure Nature - Fauna and Flora in the Austrian Alps on a private tour
from EUR 625,- per tour
for up to 8 people
9 hours
This tour leads to one of the most beautiful areas of Germany, the Bavarian Alps Region with all its interesting attractions. Starting from the hotel in Salzburg you travel southwest crossing the border to Germany. Soon you arrive at the Eagle's Nest bus terminal. On a special Eagle's Nest bus you first ascend on a fascinating mountain road and then by an elevator through the mountain up to an altitude of 6. 017 ft. at a very historical site, from where you have a real breathtaking view across the Bavarian Alps.
Back in the valley you will visit the salt mines. There you will enjoy a guided tour through the magical world of salt in the underground. For many centuries the salt trade was the main source of income in this area.
The next highlight will be Lake Königssee. You have the option to enjoy a lovely boat ride on this crystal- clear mountain lake.
A short visit of the charming town Berchtesgaden is also part of this tour. Due to certain circumstances the order of visiting the attractions might vary.
Itinerary
From Salzburg this tour leads southwest to the beautiful region of Berchtesgaden, also known as the Bavarian Alps Region. After crossing the border to Germany you soon will arrive at the bus terminal of the Eagle's Nest. From there you will ascend on a special Eagle's Nest bus followed by an elevator to the historical site of the Eagle's Nest. From there you continue your tour down to the valley close to Berchtesgaden, where you join in a guided tour through the salt mines in the underground. After a good hour inside the salt mountain this tour finally goes to the crystal clear Lake Königssee. There you have the option to enjoy a lovely boat ride on the lake. After a short break in the charming mountain town Berchtesgaden, the tour leads back to Salzburg.
Due to weather conditions, waiting times or other circumstances the order of visiting the attractions might vary.
Meeting location | Hotel, train station, airport or any other desired place in Salzburg. |
End location | Hotel, train station, airport or any other desired place in Salzburg. |
Duration | 9 hours |
Transportation | You will travel on a modern,clean and air-conditioned Mercedes Vito CDI 119 van for 8 passengers with plenty of room. |
What’s Included | Pick-up from and return to your hotel in Salzburg, driver-guide, liability insurance and gasoline. |
Estimated Local Cash Needed | 50 Euro - Tickets and entrance fees: Eagle's Nest :€ 16 Salt Mines : € 16,50 Boat ride: € 17,50 |
What’s Extra | Lunch, tickets/entrance fees and personal expenses |
Restrictions | I do not offer walking tours in cities in Austria, I only provide guided tours on my van. |