NEW Wonders of Lake Wolfgang

Lake Wolfgang

Hotel Försterhof

©WTG Hotel Försterhof 6 DAYS from only £249

Hotel Försterhof NEW What To Do Suggested Itinerary St Wolfgang, Austrian Lake District Day 1 Lake Wolfgang Travel across Europe towards our destination and cross The charming villages of St. Gilgen, and St. NO SINGLE Wolfgang stretch around Lake Wolfgang. On the west the Austrian border to arrive in Sound of Music country! SUPPLEMENT CENTRAL bank is St. Gilgen with its many quaint shops and cafés. We arrive at our hotel overlooking the shores of Lake FOR SINGLE LOCATION In the traffic free centre of this quaint village you will Wolfgang in the early evening and settle down for dinner. ROOMS find the houses where Mozart’s mother and sister lived. Day 2 St Wolfgang St. Wolfgang is best reached by boat from St. Gilgen; Enjoy a day at leisure in the picturesque lakeside village This charming 4 star hotel is located on the shores of Lake the boat ride is a wonderful experience in itself. Explore of St Wolfgang, only a short stroll from your hotel. Wolfgang, only a short walk from the heart of the village. the traditional village with its maze of cobbled streets Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the St Wolfgang As well as a central position, this hotel also enjoys its own lined with attractive frescoed houses, shops and cafés. church, rebuilt in neo-Gothic style after a fire. private beach on the shores of the lake, which is only a The cog-wheel railway to the top of Schafberg Mountain 2 minute walk from the hotel. Each of the 49 bedrooms is 17km is also a journey not to be missed – the views across the comfortably furnished in a traditional Austrian style with This fashionable spa resort was the summer residence of area are spectacular. TV, hairdryer and many have a balcony or terrace. Kaiser Franz Josef and his former residence, the Imperial The hotel offers large public areas including 2 dining areas Villa is set in magnificent landscaped gardens and well Day 3 and a pleasant bar, along with a sauna and relaxation area worth a visit. Wander through the streets of the town Our journey today takes us to the regional capital in which to unwind. Coach parking is offsite and free of and enjoy the Austrian flair; you won’t be able to pass Salzburg, with its many famous and historic landmarks. charge, just 30 metres from the hotel. the famous Zauner cake shop without going in for a The opportunities for visitors are endless with some of coffee and delicious Austrian pastry! the most prominent being Mozart’s Birthplace and the Lift Bar Restaurant Hohensalzburg Fortress with its commanding views over 12 15 13 Hallstatt 38km the city. We return to the hotel via Mondsee, home of A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hallstatt has been the church where the wedding between Maria and the 16 Free Offsite referred to as ‘the world’s most beautiful lakeside village’ Captain takes place in The Sound of Music. and during the past 700 years has not lost any of its charm or beauty. Day 4 Bad Ischl & Halstatt 6 Days Half Board We make our way to the delightful town of Bad Ischl, Salzburg 47km home to the summer residence of the Emperors of 01 APRIL 2013 – 31 OCTOBER 2013 Visit the Hohensalzburg Fortress for rewarding views, Austria in years gone by. This residence has played host Twin from £249.00 to £339.00 stroll around the Prince’s Quarter and along the to some remarkable events in history and is well worth Judengasse, or take a horse drawn carriage ride to see a visit. In the afternoon, we continue to the charming No Single Supplement (Max 2) the sights from a different angle. There is a wide range of museums and exhibitions to visit. We recommend a village of Halstatt, clinging to the hillside above the Additional rooms Double for Sole Use lake and rated as one of the prettiest villages in Austria. guide to make the most of all Salzburg has to offer. There will also be the opportunity to take the cable car Excludes peak Eurotunnel and P&O supplement dates – up to the spectacular Dachstein Ice Caves. see page 122 for more details Distances – Port to Resort Day 5 Lake District Calais - St Wolfgang 1180km We explore three of the lakes for which Austria is Inclusions renowned with a journey through the ‘’, • Return short sea P&O or Eurotunnel crossings Dunkirk - St Wolfgang 1141km Austria’s Lake District. Take in the sights of the • 5 nights half board Hook of Holland - St Wolfgang 1067km Wolfgangsee, the Attersee and the Traunsee. • Porterage Rotterdam - St Wolfgang 1065km We pay a visit to the charming village of St Gilgen • Welcome glass of wine with its traffic-free centre and many quaint shops and • Full cooked breakfast Zeebrugge - St Wolfgang 1076km cafés. After visiting St Gilgen, enjoy a relaxing boat trip • 4 course buffet style dinner with choice of main Amsterdam - St Wolfgang 1023km across Lake Wolfgang to St. Wolfgang before returning course & dessert Distances are one way and approximate to our hotel. • Tea/coffee after dinner • Austrian evening on 1 night with speciality menu Day 6 & live music So long, farewell, auf wiedersehen and goodbye. • Guided walk of St Wolfgang For great value winter House Parties in this • Free use of Movelo electric bikes hotel and others, please see our Austrian • Free use of sauna Winter Warmers on pages 114 & 115

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