This private experience connects Salzburg’s most atmospheric city locations with the breathtaking landscapes of the surrounding lake district. Travel from historic architecture and elegant gardens into alpine scenery, tranquil villages, and panoramic lake viewpoints — all at a relaxed pace. Live musical moments, carefully selected stops, and personal storytelling transform this journey into a seamless blend of culture, nature, and music.
A selection of moments captured along the journey — from elegant city settings to alpine landscapes and lakeside locations. These impressions reflect the atmosphere, pace, and intimacy of the City & Lakeside Escape experience.
This short film offers a glimpse into the atmosphere of the City & Lakeside Escape. Live musical moments, scenic locations, and personal storytelling come together to create a relaxed and intimate experience.
This private half-day journey combines Salzburg’s historic cityscape with the calm beauty of the surrounding lake district — curated, unhurried, and accompanied by live musical moments at selected locations.
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Duration | Approx. 04:30 hours |
Languages | English · other languages on request |
Group Size | Private experience · up to 7 guests |
Transportation | Luxury Mercedes
Minivan |
Live Music | yes |
Focus | Cinematic Lakeside |
Highlights | Gardens · Scenic Viewpoints · Villa Exterior · Lakeside Viewpoints · Scenic Drives |
Starting Point | Hotel Pick-up |
Ending Point | Flexible · hotel or city center |
Customization | Fully customisable · route, timing and focus on request
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Normal Rate
| € 1153 |
Online Booking Discount
| 15 % |
Online Rate
| € 980 |
This experience unfolds gradually — beginning in Salzburg’s historic gardens and villas, before opening into the calm, expansive landscapes of the surrounding lake district. Each stop is chosen for atmosphere, flow, and the way it connects city and countryside into one continuous journey.
A carefully curated route connecting Salzburg’s historic city with the surrounding lake district.
From Salzburg’s historic city center into the surrounding lake district — this curated route connects architecture, landscape, and music in one seamless journey.
While the route follows a clear structure, the experience itself remains flexible — allowing time for spontaneous moments, live musical interludes, and pauses shaped by the landscape rather than the schedule.
The Sound of Maria Tours are brought to life by world-class vocal artists who share a deep personal connection to this music and to Salzburg. Their live performances add intimacy, authenticity, and a unique emotional depth to every moment of the journey.
In addition to the live performances, each Sound of Maria Tour is accompanied by a professional private driver and a licensed Austrian tour guide. Together, they ensure seamless logistics, local expertise, and a relaxed, effortless experience throughout the journey.
Select your preferred date and refine your experience with carefully curated extras during booking.
Carefully prepared materials to help you explore, plan, or share this experience — before or after your visit.
The City & Lakeside Escape is one of our Sound of Maria Tours — a selection of private experiences inspired by Salzburg’s iconic filming locations. Alongside this half-day journey, the Sound of Maria Tours include shorter city-focused experiences, an intimate walking tour through the Old Town, and a full-day itinerary combining city sights, countryside, and lakeside scenery. Each tour differs in duration and locations, while sharing the same musical spirit and attention to detail.
This private experience includes a carefully selected combination of iconic Salzburg filming locations and scenic countryside and lake district settings. Highlights may include historic city landmarks, panoramic viewpoints and lakeside locations such as the Mondsee area, depending on timing and conditions. The exact route is curated individually and may vary to ensure the best overall experience.
Yes, the Lake District portion of this tour may include stops in the Mondsee area, known for its picturesque setting and historical significance. Depending on the chosen itinerary and available time, selected exterior locations and viewpoints around Mondsee can be part of the experience.
This experience combines both. The tour begins with selected Salzburg city locations and continues into the surrounding countryside and lake district, offering a balanced mix of cultural landmarks and scenic landscapes. It is ideal for guests seeking a cinematic countryside experience beyond the city center.
Yes. This private tour features selected live musical moments performed in atmospheric settings. These moments are integrated thoughtfully into the itinerary and are designed to enhance the emotional and cinematic character of the experience.
The standard duration of this experience is approximately 4.5 hours. Timing may vary slightly depending on route adjustments, traffic conditions and individual preferences. Extended versions or additional elements can be arranged on request.
The experience is conducted in a premium Mercedes minivan, offering a comfortable and relaxed way to explore both the city and countryside. Private transportation allows for flexible routing and smooth transitions between locations.
Yes. Hotel pick-up within Salzburg city is included as part of the private experience. The tour can also end at a flexible location, such as your hotel or the city center.
Yes. This private experience can be enjoyed by families with children. The pace and structure of the tour can be adapted to suit different age groups, making it a relaxed and engaging experience for all guests.
The tour takes place in most weather conditions. If necessary, the route and timing of stops can be adjusted to ensure comfort and safety while preserving the overall experience.
This private experience is fully customisable. Guests may request route adjustments, extended countryside time, additional lake stops or selected add-ons such as a gourmet picnic or professional photography.
Selected stories and background insights connected to the Sound of Maria Tours — for those who wish to explore the cultural and musical context in greater depth.
