Vienna Imperial Ball 2009 & Salzburg - 7 day Luxury Independent Tour | 
| Spending the New Year’s in Vienna, waltzing the first night of the New Year away amidst the splendor of the Imperial Palace, is a fantasy for many.
The New Year’s Eve Ball, also known to many as the Kaiser Ball or Imperial Ball, is the highlight of a weeklong celebration of the arts, music and Imperial splendor of Vienna. Lodging at the Hotel Le Meridien, one of Vienna’s finest, you will be treated to all the modern convieniences, in style. Additionally, during your stay in Vienna, you will visit the city’s historic sights and landmarks and see amazing scenery through the country roads of the famous Vienna Woods.
The absolute highlight of the trip is the Imperial Ball at the Imperial Palace on New Years Eve, which is adorned for this extraordinarily festive occasion. The best seats are reserved for you in the Grand Festival Hall, where you will enjoy a gala dinner. Marvelous music for dancing in your choice of several glamorous ballrooms will make this an experience you will never forget.
Prior to visiting Vienna you will spend 3 days in Salzburg seeing the architectural and historical highlights of the baroque city as well as the highlights and locations made famous by the film, ’Sound of Music’. Then travel 1st class via train to Vienna. |
| Name: Vienna Imperial Ball 2009 & Salzburg - 7 day Luxury Independent Tour | |
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Day 1 - Sunday, December 27
Salzburg
Private car transfer from the Salzburg airport to the 5 star Hotel Bristol.
3 nights accommodation in Salzburg at 5star Hotel Bristol, american breakfast included.
The hotel is centrally located, 10 minutes walking distance from Salzburg’s old town and train station and close to the city, shops and restaurants. It is located virtually opposite the Mirabell gardens.
Day 2 - Monday, December 28
Salzburg / City tour / Sound of Music area tour
Half day Salzburg city tour followed by half day tour to Sound Of Music Area with private guide and car, duration 8hrs.
Discover the architectural and historical highlights of the baroque city of Salzburg. You will see Mirabell Square, Schwarzstrasse, the Marionette Theatre, Landestheater, Makart Square, Mozart’s House, Castle Neuhaus, Nonntal Bridge, Alpenstrasse, Hellbrunn Palace and Neutor. The second part of the tour is on foot. You will discover the enchanting pedestrian area of the old town with its sights. We see the Neutor, the Horsepond, the Festival Houses, the Toscanini Courtyard, the Monastery of St. Peter, the Cemetery and Catacombs of St. Peter, Kapitel Square at the foot of the Hohensalzburg Fortress, the Cathedral, Residence Square, the Old Market, Getreidegasse and Mozart’s Birthplace.
Day 3 - Tuesday, December 29
Salzburg / Salzkammergut
Half day tour to Salzkammergut with private guide and car, duration 4hrs.
Enjoy a tour to the famous lakes and mountains area called Salzkammergut. This tour to the lake district will show you the scenic beauty surrounding the city of Salzburg. We drive past the villages of Hof, Fuschl and St. Gilgen before reaching pretty St. Wolfgang, where we visit the church with its famous altar by Michael Pacher and the renowned ’White Horse Inn.’
Day 4 - Wednesday, December 30
Salzburg / Vienna
Private car transfer from the hotel to the Salzburg rail station
1st class rail Salzburg - Vienna
Private car transfer from the Vienna rail station to the 5 star Hotel Le Meridien.
4 nights accommodation in Vienna at 5star Hotel Le Meridien, buffet breakfast included.
Centrally located on the famous Ringstrasse in the 1st District, walking distance to the State Opera, the Imperial Hofburg Palace, and Stephen’s Cathedral. There are also plenty of cafes and shops near the hotel. There is also a tube station nearby. This hotel is part of a new generation of hotels with its innovative and luxurious decor and service. It offers the latest technology including plasma TVs in the rooms. Clients will also appreciate the free mini-bar and high speed Internet access in their bedroom, which is unique in Vienna. This hotel comes highly recommended.
Day 5 -Thursday, December 31
Vienna / City Tour / Imperial Ball
Half day Vienna city tour with private guide and car, duration 3hrs 30min.
Take this chance to enjoy a great city tour in Vienna and see its most famous sights. On this tour you will see the most significant museums, monuments and buildings along the Ringstreet as well as gorgeous castles and typical Vienna sights such as the "Heuriger" in Grinzing or the Vienna Prater. During the tour you will have 3 stops. The first one is at the Hundertwasserhaus for approximately 20 minutes. The next stop is at Cobenzl from where you have a beautiful overview of Vienna and have the possibility to take some beautiful photos. Your last stop will be at the world famous Schoenbrunn palace where you will stay for approximately 30 minutes.
Vienna New Year’s Eve Imperial Ball
The elegant beginning of the Grand Ball season, the Imperial Ball takes place on December 31st in the Viennese Hofburg Palace (Imperial Palace). Visitors come from all over the world to spend New Years’ Eve in the former winter residence of the Austrian Emperor. In the entrance hall, Imperial Guards perform the historic changing of the guards. Guests are greeted on the grand staircase by the ’Imperial Couple’. Ladies are presented a small gift as a remembrance of the evening by footmen dressed in livery. Members of the ball committee guide the visitors to the state apartments, splendidly decorated with thousands of flowers. A gala banquet will be served by waiters in silk livery. Internationally known orchestras and bands invite you to dance in the Festival Hall and other splendid halls. At midnight, the ringing of the bell from St.Stephan’s Cathedral can be heard, the ’Imperial Couple’ wishes a Happy New Year and the Deutschmeister Band marches through the halls playing music. The climax is the fabulous show starting after midnight in the Festival Hall. Stars from the State Opera and Volksopera sing and dance to melodies from Viennese operettas.
Formal dress required. Ladies: long evening gown, Gentlemen: tuxedo or coat tails.
Day 6 - Friday, January 1
Happy New Year !!
Vienna / Vienna Woods
Half day tour to Vienna Woods with private guide and car, duration 4hrs.
A great opportunity to admire the amazing scenery through the country roads of the famous Vienna Woods. This tour will allow you to see the most beautiful part of the southern part of Vienna Woods. A stop will be made at Hoeldrichsmuehle, known as the place where Schubert composed Der Lindenbaum.
Day 7 - Saturday, January 2
Vienna
Free day at leisure in Vienna to visit interesting sites of your choice or shop.
Day 8 - Sunday, January 3
Depart Vienna
Private car transfer from the hotel to the Vienna airport. Enjoy your flight home.
Departure Dates: December 26, 2008.
Pricing: Based on double occupancy. On tour first class train included.
Itinerary: Based on 5 star accommodations, can be modified to fit your interests and needs.
Deposit: 10% per person, minimum $500
Final Payment: Due 90 days before departure.
Air Fare: Air fare to the tour start point and return air fare home is not included. |
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