GERMANY
The standouts.
A run-down of the 12 best salzburg tours in Germany: what each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Salzburg to Eagle's Nest and Berchtesgaden: skip-the-line Kehlsteinhaus, alpine views, WWII context, plus Mondsee film stops.
“Excellent transportation from start to end. Guide was very clear eventhough we lost him as we were in a different elevator.”
Ride into Berchtesgaden’s 500-year salt mine, slide and boat across an underground salt lake, then explore town sights.
“We loved the salt mines! It was super informative and a ton of fun. The slide through two parts of the mine was so much fun. Walter, our guide, was absolutely hilarious and kept us very entertained the whole drive out and back. Two things to note: do NOT do this tour if you are…”
Salzburg Sound of Music film sites plus Berchtesgaden salt mines in one 9-hour day, with guided transport through the Bavarian Alps.
“The tour was an amazing experience and great value for money. Walter, the guide for the salt mines tour, was really knowledgeable and engaging. The salt mine itself was immersive and interesting. The highlight was the boat ride across the mirror like lake in the mine. The tour also included a stop in the town…”
Salzburg river cruise and Mozart concert at Fortress Hohensalzburg, with dinner in the Panorama restaurant or VIP option.
“Wonderful river cruise in Salzberg, followed by dinner in the fortress and a magnificent concert! Dinner was delicious, service impeccable, and the views breathtaking. The concert was superb! The musicians were fantastic. We went on a warm summer evening, so the venue was warm. Dress appropriately for the weather. Highly recommend this experience!”
Hear Mozart-style favorites in Salzburg’s Fortress Hohensalzburg’s Golden Hall, with round-trip funicular access and sweeping night views.
“Very nice concert and experience getting up to the fortress. Seating was a bit odd but music was beautiful.”
Private Eagles Nest and Salt Mines day trip from Salzburg with hotel pickup, a mountain bus ride, tunnel elevator, and WWII sites.
“Our guide, Luciano was outstanding. He was extremely helpful, friendly and made our tour that much more enjoyable. I highly recommend him. The Eagles Nest and Salt Mine were both amazing. Everything we expected and more.”
Private Eagle’s Nest tour from Salzburg with a steep Alps drive, tunnel and elevator entry, famous fireplace, and big Bavarian views.
“Guide was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to.”
Private half-day from Salzburg to Berchtesgaden and Königssee with a ferry ticket, flexible free time, and views of the Bavarian Alps.
“Mido is a very good driver and tour guides. Always bring us to secret and beautiful sight .🥰”
Private Salzburg tour mixing Eagle’s Nest viewpoints and The Sound of Music film stops, plus lake-district scenery and hotel pickup.
“We really enjoyed our private tour for 8 people with Michael. His knowledge of the Sound of Music and area was excellent. Unfortunately the Eagles Nest was closed, however he took us to an alternate lookout with absolutely stunning views. The documentation museum was very interesting and informative, and our lunch in Berchtesgaden was delicious.…”
Private Königssee and Berchtesgaden Salt Mine day trip from Salzburg with pickup and a scenic route, plus optional ferry and mine tickets.
“The activity was phenomenal! We had Medo as our tour guide and he made sure we were comfortable in our tour from the start. He was prompt at the hotel for our pickup and gave us an overview of the plan for the day. We then headed to Königssee and were told to enjoy and…”
Private 8-hour Eagle’s Nest day in Bavaria: tunnel-and-brass-elevator visit, Berchtesgaden, and Königsee boat or salt mine.
“We had a wonderful trip with our guide, Luciano. He took us to the most perfect spots for photos and took beautiful pictures of our family. Luciano also guided us away from other tourists so we could avoid the crowds. When we were coming back on the Konigsee Lake boat, a thunderstorm rolled in. Luciano…”
Private Salzburg-to-Bavarian-Alps day with Obersalzberg, Berchtesgaden, optional salt mines or Eagles Nest, plus Königsee views and Ramsau scenery.
“The scenery was breathtaking, not to mention the ever joyful guide we had. He made the tour more interesting with his stories and history. He even went out of his way to make us see a spot I’ve always wanted to visit. I highly recommend him. His name is Bernard.”
