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Hallstatt, Dachstein Ice Cave & 5 Fingers Day Trip from Salzburg

Experience Hallstatt and the spectacular Dachstein mountain world on a private day trip from Salzburg.

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Experience Hallstatt and the spectacular Dachstein mountain world on a private day trip from Salzburg.

Combine time in the famous lakeside village with an Alpine adventure to the Dachstein Ice Cave and the 5 Fingers viewing platform.

Travel by cable car into the Dachstein mountains, discover the fascinating ice formations inside the cave, and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the 5 Fingers platform.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Discover the beautiful village of Hallstatt | Visit the Dachstein Giant Ice Cave | Ride the Dachstein Krippenstein cable car into the mountains | Walk to the famous 5 Fingers viewing platform | Enjoy spectacular views over the Alps and Lake Hallstatt | Experience impressive natural ice formations inside the cave | Scenic journey through the Salzkammergut region | Private tour exclusively for your group

INCLUDED:

Private transportation | Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Salzburg | Comfortable private vehicle | Professional English-speaking tour guide | Visit to Hallstatt | Visit to the Dachstein Krippenstein area | Flexible photo stops

NOT INCLUDED:

Cable car and attraction tickets are not included

IMPORTANT INFO:

Total tour duration is approximately 9 hours | Pick-up time is 08:30 AM | This tour involves walking and mountain paths | Wear comfortable walking shoes with good grip | Bring warm clothing - the Ice Cave is cold even during warmer months | A jacket or rain protection is recommended | Cable car and Ice Cave operations are seasonal and weather-dependent | The amount of time available in Hallstatt depends on mountain operations, waiting times and traffic | The itinerary may be adjusted due to weather, traffic or local conditions

STEP 1:

Pick-up from your hotel in Salzburg

Meet your professional English-speaking tour guide at your hotel and begin your private journey towards the Hallstatt and Dachstein region.

STEP 2:

Scenic Drive

Enjoy beautiful views of the Salzkammergut countryside, lakes and mountains during your journey from Salzburg.

STEP 3:

Dachstein Ice Cave & 5 Fingers

Travel up the mountain by cable car and continue on foot to the Dachstein Giant Ice Cave. Explore the cave on a guided visit and see its impressive natural ice formations. Continue higher into the Dachstein Krippenstein area and walk to the 5 Fingers viewing platform for panoramic views across the mountains and Lake Hallstatt. The mountain section requires walking. Allow approximately 3 hours for the Ice Cave experience and around 1.5 hours for 5 Fingers. This is a more active itinerary than the standard Hallstatt tour.

STEP 4:

Hallstatt

After your Dachstein experience, continue to Hallstatt. Enjoy time to explore the historic village, lakeside, Market Square and famous photo viewpoints.

STEP 5:

Return to Salzburg

Meet your tour guide and enjoy a comfortable journey back to Salzburg, followed by drop-off at your hotel.

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