The Tyrol region’s stunning scenery, waterfalls and majestic snow-capped peaks are legendary. The area offers a wide variety of attractions to discover and our Packaged Itinerary features a journey on the oldest steam cog railway in Europe, a relaxing lake cruise and a visit to the Tyrolean capital: Innsbruck.
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“This lovely hotel is real gem, from the beautiful public areas, fantastic food and service and great location it really does tick all the boxes!"
Majestic Mayrofen
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel before dinner.
Day 2 Lake Achen Railway & Boat Cruise
Today we travel to Jenbach, from where we join the original Lake Achen cog railway for the journey up to Seespitz. This railway dates back to 1889 and the steam engines are some of the oldest in the world. The train winds its way up above the Inn Valley to its destination, the largest Alpine lake in the Tyrol, Lake Achen. We then board our coach for the short journey to the lakeside resort of Pertisau and enjoy free time here for lunch. After lunch we board our boat for a scenic one-way cruise to the north of the lake before rejoining our coach for our return journey to our hotel.
Day 3 Innsbruck
We will today visit the Tyrolean capital city of Innsbruck, surrounded by the jagged rock spires of the Nordkette range. Why not enjoy a horse and carriage ride through the streets of the old town to discover some of the most important sightseeing attractions, including the Hofgarten, the ornate 15th century “Golden Roof” designed as a royal box for the Emperor, the column of Saint Anne and the Triumphal Arch.
Day 4 Mayrhofen Driver’s Day Off
Today, we can spend the day relaxing in our beautiful resort in stunning surroundings framed by the majestic Zillertal Alps.
Day 5 Krimml Waterfalls & Zell am See
This morning, we will travel to the Krimml Waterfalls and marvel at this impressive natural spectacle. The falls are Europe’s highest with a drop of 380 metres and the fifth largest waterfall in the world. Our journey then continues to the pretty town of Zell am See, nestled on the shores of lovely Lake Zell. Here we will enjoy a picturesque 45 minute circular boat cruise and marvel at the beautiful scenery before wandering through the medieval centre and along the lake shores.
Day 6 Departure
After breakfast we begin our journey home.
We arrive at our hotel before dinner.
Day 2 Lake Achen Railway & Boat Cruise
Today we travel to Jenbach, from where we join the original Lake Achen cog railway for the journey up to Seespitz. This railway dates back to 1889 and the steam engines are some of the oldest in the world. The train winds its way up above the Inn Valley to its destination, the largest Alpine lake in the Tyrol, Lake Achen. We then board our coach for the short journey to the lakeside resort of Pertisau and enjoy free time here for lunch. After lunch we board our boat for a scenic one-way cruise to the north of the lake before rejoining our coach for our return journey to our hotel.
Day 3 Innsbruck
We will today visit the Tyrolean capital city of Innsbruck, surrounded by the jagged rock spires of the Nordkette range. Why not enjoy a horse and carriage ride through the streets of the old town to discover some of the most important sightseeing attractions, including the Hofgarten, the ornate 15th century “Golden Roof” designed as a royal box for the Emperor, the column of Saint Anne and the Triumphal Arch.
Day 4 Mayrhofen Driver’s Day Off
Today, we can spend the day relaxing in our beautiful resort in stunning surroundings framed by the majestic Zillertal Alps.
Day 5 Krimml Waterfalls & Zell am See
This morning, we will travel to the Krimml Waterfalls and marvel at this impressive natural spectacle. The falls are Europe’s highest with a drop of 380 metres and the fifth largest waterfall in the world. Our journey then continues to the pretty town of Zell am See, nestled on the shores of lovely Lake Zell. Here we will enjoy a picturesque 45 minute circular boat cruise and marvel at the beautiful scenery before wandering through the medieval centre and along the lake shores.
Day 6 Departure
After breakfast we begin our journey home.
Neue Post Hotel
Mayrhofen, Tyrol
There is no better base from which to discover this lively town than the 4 star family run Neue Post Hotel, situated in the heart of Mayrhofen. The hotel is elegant and stylish and beautifully decorated in a cosy, Tyrolean style. All 100 bedrooms are traditionally decorated and equipped with TV and hairdryer. There is a large amount of space for groups in the various atmospheric lounges and bar area within the hotel. The restaurant is large and well-decorated in the same elegant style. The hotel has an outstanding indoor swimming pool and relaxation complex as well as a lovely roof terrace. Coach parking is on-site and is free of charge.
Neue Post Hotel
Mayrhofen, Tryol
5 Nights Half Board
May & Jun 2019 Twin from £409pp
Jul & Sept 2019 Twin from £444pp
Oct 2019 Twin from £389pp
No Single Supplement (max 6, incl. driver)
Inclusions
• Return short sea crossing
• Porterage & farewell drink
• Choice of main
• Tea/coffee after dinner
• One-way journey on Lake Achen Railway (Jenbach - Seespitz)
• One-way cruise on Lake Achen (Pertisau - Scholastika)
• Entrance to Krimml Waterfalls
• 45 minute circular boat cruise on Zell am See
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£389 for 6 daysFeatures of this tour
- One way journey on Lake Achen Railway (Jenbach - Seespitz)
- One-way cruise on Lake Achen (Pertisau - Scholastika)
- Entrance to Krimmi Waterfalls
- 45 minute circular boat cruise on Zell am See
