Summer Trip to Austria

Saturday, June 18

Depart from Dulles Airport for Vienna, Austria Depart from Dulles Airport at 4:25 pm on Air France Flight No. 39 to Paris, France. After arriving in France, board Air France Flight No. 1138 in Paris at 7:15 am and arrive in Vienna at 9:15 am. Please be at Dulles Airport at 2:30 pm for checkin.

Sunday, June 19

Arrive in Vienna and Board a Bus/Train to GrazAfter reaching our destination, we’ll board a bus or train to reach our host city of Graz. Upon arrival in Graz, relax for the remainder of the day and get to know your hosts.

Monday, June 20

School Visit DaySpend the day at school with your Austrian correspondents and get to see what life is like attending high school in Graz.

Tuesday, June 21

School Visit DaySpend the day at school with your Austrian correspondents and get to see what life is like attending high school in Graz.

Wednesday, June 22

Walking Tour of GrazExplore the highlights of Graz, designated as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. You’ll visit the Zeughaus, which stores the 2nd largest collection of armory behind the Tower of London. You’ll also visit the Town Hall and other buildings of interest. At the focal point of the town, the Schlossberg, you’ll climb 23 stories for a spectacular view of the city and a look at the former fortress that protected the townspeople from attacks by foreign invaders.

Thursday, June 23

Walking Tour of GrazThere’s more to see in this amazing city. We’ll stop by the Burg to see an interesting staircase that weaves in and out of itself. We drop by the mausoleum of Ferdinand II, the Holy Roman Emperor of the Hapsburg dynasty. And a visit and leisure time on the floating island on the river Mur.

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Friday,

June 24

Loipersdorf Spa & KlammToday is devoted to rest and relaxation. Bring your swimsuit, a good book and sunglasses to relax in the restorative waters of the thermal region of Styria. Options include other spa services for a separate fee.

Saturday, June 25

Free Day with Host Families

Sunday,

June 26

Free Day with Host Families

Monday, June 27

Castle Riegersburg & Chocolate FactoryVisit one of the most spectacular castles in all of Austria and the only one never conquered by an enemy. Take a rocky path up to the castle and pass through its amazing gates to discover the architectural and historical wonders of this structure. Then indulge in sweet treats at the chocolate factory.

Tuesday, June 28

Lippizaner Farm and Monastery ReinToday enjoy a guided tour of where they raise the famous Lippizaner Horses of the Spanish Riding School. Then visit the oldest existing Cisterian monastery in the world and learn of its history through medieval times to present day. See the impressive Romanesque & Baroque interiors, and the area where astronomer Johannes Keppler kept his scientific records.

Wednesday, June 29

Day Trip to Salzburg or VeniceWe will check feasibility and plan a wonderful day trip to one of these two exciting European cities. Salzburg is the birthplace of Amadeus Mozart. We could tour the beautiful mountainside or go down into the salt mines. Or cross the border into Italy, and explore the renowned floating city, and try authentic Italian cuisine.

Thursday,

June 30

Free DaySpend your final day in Graz as you wish. Do some last minute shopping or head back to school to say goodbye to your Austrian friends.

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Friday,

July 1

Transfer to ViennaTake the train in the morning to your final destination, the capital city of Austria. After check in, we’ll visit the Schoenbrunn Palace to explore its rooms and gardens, and then a visit of St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the catacombs. Free time is planned afterwards for shopping and exploring places of personal interest.

Saturday, July 2

Free day in ViennaPerhaps you wish to spend the day at Prater Park or visiting an art gallery or history museum? Or maybe your idea of fun is taking a bus tour around the city or a boat along the Danube. Today let’s decide on a group activity and enjoy our final day in Austria.

Sunday,

July 3

Depart for Dulles AirportBid farewell to Austria. Check out of the hotel at 9:30 and head over to Vienna airport where we will take the 12:55 pm Air France Flight No. 1657 from Vienna to Paris. And then later change to Air France Flight No. 26, leaving at 4:40 pm and arriving back at Dulles at 7:10 pm. Arrive back in the States in time to celebrate the 4th and share your memories of your trip to Austria.