Private Eagle's Nest and Bavarian Alps Day Trip from Salzburg

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About this activity

Visit the Eagle’s Nest, Adolf Hitler’s former mountaintop retreat, plus Berchtesgaden and Lake Königssee on this full-day private trip from Salzburg. Ascend to the infamous Eagle’s Nest and absorb its panoramic views, and visit the town of Berchtesgaden for lunch (own expense). Afterward, explore Berchtesgaden salt mine and admire mountain-ringed Königssee with an optional boat ride on its glassy waters. Price is per vehicle on this customizable tour and includes Salzburg hotel pickup and drop-off.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by: Salzburg Private Tours

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Private tour
Included: Professional guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Entrance fees

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

We will pick you up from your hotel or any of the location the city of Salzburg
Salzburger Altstadt

Passing by

We leave the city of Salzburg driving south to the German boarder, your private guide will explain you the history of the city of Salzburg and how, for many years, it was a independent principality ruled by the catholic church and the importance of salt and how it influenced the growth of the city. Other points of interest will be explained on route to the next location.
Stop 3

10 min

On our way to Obersalzberg bus terminal we will have a couple of great picture stops. Your private guide will show you where everything was located between 1933 and 1945. Places such as the Berghof grounds, entrance to the bunkers, SS barracks and much more. After giving you a mental picture and spacial orientation of the mountain, a scale model at the bus terminal will help you understand where everything was located.
Kehlsteinhaus

2 hours Admission not included

Visit the Eagle Nest with your private guide. From the Eagle’s Nest bus terminal. You will board a specially equipped mountain bus for a breath-taking ride up the 4 mile road, with its 27% incline to a rocky plateau. From there we will walk through a 406ft (124 meter) long tunnel, leading us directly to the original WWII brass elevator that will transport you up through the heart of the Kehlstein mountain for another 406ft, straight into the Eagle’s Nest itself. After a tour through the Eagle’s Nest, you will have some free time to enjoy the view or have refreshments.
Berchtesgaden

50 min

Descending from Obersalzberg we continue to the beautiful Bavarian mountain town of Berchtesgaden, located in the Koenigssee River valley. You will have time to explore Berchtesgaden on your own, as well as have lunch in one of the typical Bavarian restaurants (lunch not included in price)
Konigssee

15 min

Visit the crystal clear water glaciar lake Königsee.
St. Bartholomew's Church

2 hours Admission not included

In the afternoon you can either visit the Königsee, a glacial lake situated in a valley surrounded by mountains, and enjoy a boat ride to St Bartholomew’s. Or explore the underground world of a 500 year old salt mine
Berchtesgaden Salt Mines

1 h 15 min Admission not included

In the afternoon you can either explore the underground world of a 500 year old salt mine or visit the Königsee, a glacial lake situated in a valley surrounded by mountains, and enjoy a boat ride to St Bartholomew’s.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Tourist Hotel Boehm
Rosewood Schloss Fuschl
Hotel Garni Stabauer
Ferienwohnungen Kaiser Karl
Boutique-Hotel am Essigmanngut
Landhotel Hochlackenhof
Alpengasthof Gotschenalm
Urlaub und Wellness im Hotel Hochkalter
Hotel Hindenburglinde
Nutzkaser
Kulturhof Stanggass
Hotel Garni Wimbachklamm

and 316 more pickup points

Any Hotel, Airbnb or private address in the city of Salzburg and nearer surrounding areas.

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel.
Infant seats are available on request.

Options

Driver/Guide 2022

Driver/Guide: On this Tour Driver and Guide is the same person.

Pickup included
Summer 2025

On this Tour you have a licensed guide & extra chauffeur. Your guide can give you their full attention while your chauffeur concentrates on the driving.

Pickup included