Day 1: To Mainz
We depart St Pancras International by Eurostar to Brussels, before speeding into Germany and our overnight hotel, the 4* InterCity Hotel Mainz, which is located close to the station and just a walk from the charming cathedral and Old Town. (D)
Day 2: Through Germany to the Tyrol
After heading southwards through Bavaria we cross the Austrian border to arrive in Kufstein and our hotel for five nights, the 4* Hotel Thaler. (B,D)
Day 3: Kufstein
We relax in Kustein today with a guided walk to help you get your bearings. Following our stroll we enjoy an organ concert in a local church. (B,D)
Day 4: Salzburg
Today’s coach excursion takes us to Mozart’s hometown, Salzburg, which is arguably even more magical during the festive period. A guided tour uncovers a myriad of quaint alleys and squares, before we enjoy free time and an opportunity to visit one of the many attractions, such as Hohensalzburg, Mozart’s birthplace or the beautiful cathedral. (B,D)
Day 5: New Year’s Eve on the Zillertal Railway
Heading westwards through the Inn Valley by train, we reach Jenbach, the terminus of the Ziller Valley Railway. Our included narrow gauge steam excursion winds its way through stunning scenery up the Ziller Valley to the charming village of Mayrhofen, which is one of Austria’s best-known winter resorts. Back at the hotel we enjoy a special New Year’s Eve celebratory dinner with live music. (B,D)
Day 6: New Year’s Day at leisure in Kufstein
Enjoy New Year’s Day exploring Kufstein further or maybe head out into the Inn Valley by train to one of the numerous quaint villages. Alternatively, Innsbruck is also easily reachable with a regular direct service. Our optional excursion takes you into Bavaria to the imposing Wendelstein mountain which is 6,030 feet (1,838m) high. Here you can enjoy a ride on the Wendelstein Rack Railway. Dating from 1910, the line stretches for almost six miles (10km) across twelve bridges and through seven tunnels. (B)
Day 7: Return to Mainz
Leaving Austria, we travel back across Germany for a final night in Mainz, the birthplace of printing pioneer Johannes Gutenberg, where we stay at the InterCity Hotel. (B)
Day 8: Mainz to London
Today, we head northwards to Cologne, changing for Brussels and our Eurostar connection to London St Pancras International. (B)
Your hotel
Situated in the historic centre of Kufstein, the 4* Hotel Thaler boasts a restaurant, bar, lounge and café, plus a sauna and steam room. Bedrooms feature a bath or shower, wc, telephone, radio, satellite television and a minibar. The hotel’s New Year package includes four-course dinners (where stated), a welcome schnapps, special New Year’s Eve celebratory dinner with live music, and a guided walking tour of Kufstein with a visit to an organ concert in a local church.
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
These meals, where shown, are included in the price of your holiday.
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