Bad Hofgastein in the Gastein Valley

Spend relaxing vacation days in the Gastein Valley, nestled in the impressive mountain world of the Salzburg Alps. In the heart of the valley lies Bad Hofgastein at an altitude of about 860 m. The charming holiday resort offers a variety of opportunities for relaxation and activities. The famous natural Gastein thermal water is enriched with radon and provides soothing moments in the spas.

Day 1 | Arrival in Salzburg Land

Departure in the morning to Bad Hofgastein in the Gastein Valley. Room allocation and dinner at the hotel.

Day 2 | Bad Hofgastein & Gastein Valley

This morning you will get to know your holiday destination better. Afterwards, you will take a beautiful excursion through the Gastein Valley and be introduced to the towns of Dorfgastein and Bad Gastein (steep footpaths to be managed).

Day 3 | Free Time

Design the day according to your wishes and benefit from numerous discounts in the Gastein Valley with the Gastein Card. Further information is available at the hotel reception.

Day 4 | Raurisertal – Valley of Gold

Today you will take a wonderful excursion to the Raurisertal, the hidden gem in the Hohe Tauern National Park. For centuries, the Raurisertal was considered the center of gold mining in Austria. Today you can go on a treasure hunt, following the traces of the past gold rush era.

Day 5 | Zell am See

After a hearty breakfast, you will start an excursion to Zell am See. The historic old town of Zell with its historical city center is worth seeing. A small walk along the lakeside promenade should not be missed either. Back at the hotel, there is time to visit the Vital Oasis or relax with coffee and cake on the sun terrace. Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 6 | Kaprun – High Mountain Reservoirs

The excursion leads to Kaprun to the marvel of technology. Nestled like fjords in the alpine landscape are the two high mountain reservoirs Wasserfallboden and Mooserboden. The powerful dam walls, which hold back the turquoise water, hide the turbines: This generates electricity all year round. You will participate in a dam wall tour. The transfer to the Kaprun reservoirs is already an experience – with a transfer bus and funicular, you will ascend to an altitude of 2,040 m, breathtaking views guaranteed! (The excursion is not suitable for walkers and wheelchairs, multiple transfers). You will return to your hotel for dinner.

Day 7 | Free Time

Enjoy your last holiday day and design it entirely to your liking.

Day 8 | Departure

Wonderful holiday days come to an end and you will begin your journey home after breakfast.

• Travel by modern coach
• 7x overnight stays including breakfast buffet at the 4-star Hotel Palace in Bad Hofgastein
• 7x dinner as a buffet including
  table drinks such as beer, wine, or
  non-alcoholic beverages for dinner
• Full-day guided tour on the excursion
  "Bad Hofgastein & Gastein Valley"
• Full-day guided tour on the excursion
  "Rauris Valley – Valley of Gold"
• Mountain and valley ride on the inclined lift and
  transfer bus to the Kaprun reservoirs
• Dam wall tour
• Live music at the hotel bar several times
  weekly
• Aquafitness according to hotel announcement
• Use of the panoramic thermal spa and wellness oasis
• Tourist tax and GasteinCard
• Continuous BOHR travel accompaniment

The hotel is located on the edge of the idyllic spa park, and the town center is just a few minutes' walk away. The Gasteiner Alpentherme with its two unique thermal bathing lakes can be reached in less than five minutes on foot. For those who have difficulty walking, there is a free city bus that stops right in front of the hotel. Surrounded by a huge garden, the sun terrace, walking paths, and a small pond invite you to stroll. All rooms are equipped with a shower or bathtub, toilet, TV, telephone, safe, Wi-Fi, and a balcony or terrace. The bar tempts with great drinks, and several times a week, you will be entertained here with live music. The wellness area features a spacious indoor pool, hot whirlpool, two saunas, steam bath, and a salt grotto. Additionally, a diverse treatment program is offered for a fee. There is also a modern fitness room, a tennis hall, and bicycle rental (for a fee).