On the trail of the Habsburgs

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On the trail of the Habsburgs

The great Habsburg dynasty ruled over Austria for many centuries. During this time many castles and palaces were built, both for the emperors and the aristocracy, many of which are also set in stunning parks. This programme will show you some of the most splendid buildings in the Vienna area and give you an insight into imperial life.

Suggested Programme

Day 1

Arrival and dinner at your hotel.

Day 2

Walk through the historic streets of Vienna and explore the St. Stephan’s cathedral, where the Viennese double wedding took place in 1515; a historically significant event which later brought the Habsburgs both the Hungarian and Bohemian crowns.

You can then continue your tour through the Kärntner Strasse to the Imperial Vault, which is the most important burial place of the Habsburgs. This place is the last resting place of the imperial family and you find documents with more than 300 centuries of Austrian history.

Enjoy a visit at the Church of the Augustinian Friars, where Emperor Franz Joseph and Sisi exchanged their marital vows in 1854, and explore the Hofburg, which houses the Sisi Museum, the Imperial State of Apartments and the Imperial Silver Collection. In the former private rooms of Franz Joseph and Sisi you can see some of the original furniture, valuable silverware and private possessions of the Habsburgs.

Furthermore, visit Schönbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the Habsburgs.

Day 3

Explore the hunting estate from Prince Eugene of Savoy, the castle Schloss Hof, which spectacular grounds were built in the 1720s. Today Schloss Hof is a popular excursion destination, as well as the location of many festive events. See the magnificent stately rooms and receive an insight into what life was like in imperial times.

The tour will show you Maria Theresa’s widow’s apartment, which has been restored to its original state, and the Emperor’s apartment of her son, Joseph II. A particular highlight of Schloss Hof is the chapel in which – it is reported – one of the few Habsburg love marriages took place in 1766 between Maria Christina and Albert von Sachsen-Teschen.

Day 4

Included Services:

3 x nights incl. BB in a middle-class hotel in Vienna
1 x dinner in the hotel
1 x local guide in Vienna (max. 8 hrs)
1 x admission to the Imperial Crypt
1 x admission to the Hofburg incl. State Apartments, Sisi Museum and Imperial Silver Collection
1 x admission to the Imperial Vault
1 x admission to Schönbrunn Palace
1 x local guide for the ½ day excursion to Schloss Hof
1 x admission and guided tour Schloss Hof

Tip:

Extend your stay to 5 nights!

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On the trail of the Habsburgs