Saturday:

We head for the Channel crossing to Calais and on to our overnight stop in Germany in time for a late dinner.

Sunday:

Today we continue through Germany and cross the border into Austria to reach our hotel for the next six nights in the resort of Saalbach.

Monday:

A full day excursion to the musical city of Salzburg, forever associated with Mozart and packed with Baroque architecture. Enjoy free time to discover at leisure the many sights to see including Mozart’s birthplace, the huge medieval Hohensalzburg Castle and the pretty Mirabell Gardens.

Tuesday:

A full day circular scenic tour of the Kitzbüheler Alps. We head through the wonderful Thurn Pass to visit the famous ski resort of Kitzbühel, formerly an ancient copper mining village, but now one of the landmark resorts in Austria, with the soaring Hahnenkamm and Kitzbüheler Horn mountains overlooking the town, two of the most famous peaks in Europe. We return through the picturesque resort of St Johann in Tyrol.

Wednesday:

A day at leisure to relax and unwind amid the Alpine scenery and clean air. Enjoy discovering the resort from our centrally located hotel or perhaps take to one of the local cable cars for breath-taking views of the surrounding scenery.

Thursday:

A half day excursion to the attractive town of Zell-am-See, situated beside the mirror-like waters of Zeller See, reflecting the towering peaks of the Hohe Tauern Mountains and the brightly coloured
chalets of the town.

Friday:

An extended half day as we head to Austria’s highest mountain, the Grossglockner. We ascend along the spectacular Grossglockner High Road with its 36 turns to reach the viewing platform at 2,500 metres above sea level to view the famous Grossglockner Glacier, the longest in Europe.

Saturday:

This morning we leave this Alpine heaven and head towards Germany and to our overnight stop.

Sunday:

To Calais for the return Channel crossing and home.

Grand UK brochure price in Black from £799

Travel 55 discount price in Red from  £744

Tel Grand UK reservations on 01603 886 795 and quote Travel 55 ref: TRA55 + tour code AUP

Gold Standard

Experience the difference on a Grand UK Gold holiday. State of the art coaches will take you to your destination where you will be greeted upon arrival with a welcome drinks receptions. 

Everyone loves a little bit of luxury, and on a Grand UK Gold coach holiday, you can be assured of just that. 

Grand UK Gold is a proven success amongst Grand UK travellers. The state-of-the-art coaches, in their stunning black and gold livery ushered in a new era in luxury coach travel, raising the standard for the discerning holidaymaker.

The Grand UK Gold coaches are something special; relax into rich leather seats and enjoy extra leg room as you take in the stunning views through panoramic windows.

You will receive a complimentary gift bag, a welcome reception and a commemorative group photograph of your Grand UK Gold holiday.