Study Abroad in Salzburg: Cultural Excursions

London, England (3 days)

Included only for students on the AIFS Flight Package

Begin your semester with a 3-day visit to London en route to Salzburg. This will allow to you to relax, recover from jet lag and get to know your fellow classmates while touring England’s capital.

Take a sightseeing tour with a professional guide who will point out some of London’s most famous landmarks including Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament and the Tower of London. Have time to explore the city on your own where you can take in the gorgeous parks and gardens, see a play in the West End or shop for vintage clothes at Camden Market.

Includes accommodations, breakfast, sightseeing tour and local guide. Lunch and dinner are not included.

Innsbruck (day trip)

Included in program fee

Innsbruck, the capital of Tyrol, lies at the very heart of the Austrian Alps. Innsbruck is famous for its winter sports and has twice been home to the Winter Olympics.

Travel to Innsbruck by sightseeing bus. Start off with a walking tour of the picturesque 16th and 17th century Baroque buildings with the impressive Nordkette Mountains as a stunning backdrop where you will tour sites including: the 14th century Stadturm, the Goldenes Dachl (Golden Roof), the Triumph Gate and the “Hofburg”, the residence of the Hapsburgs in Innsbruck. Then enjoy free time to explore Innsbruck for yourself.

Includes travel, sightseeing, local guides and entrances. Dates will be confirmed at the beginning of the program.

Munich, Germany (day trip)

Included in program fee

This popular destination for university students retains its Bavarian Gemütlichkeit.

Take a walking tour of the city center to see the most famous sights including the Nymphenburg Palace and the Glockenspiel. Enjoy free time to explore Munich on your own.

Includes travel, sightseeing, local guides and entrances (entrances reimbursed by the Resident Director). Dates will be confirmed at the beginning of the program.

Vienna (3 days)

Included in program fee

The traditional heart of the Habsburg Empire, Vienna is the dynamic capital of central Europe and center for international diplomacy, finance and culture.

Take a walking tour of major sights of historic Vienna including the Art History Museum. Enjoy free time to explore Vienna where you can visit coffee houses, museums, theater, musical events or other night life. Visit Schönbrunn Palace, residence of Habsburg emperors and tour Melk Abbey, one of the world’s most famous monastic sites located above the town of Melk overlooking the Danube river.

Includes accommodations, breakfast, transportation, sightseeing and entrances as indicated. Lunch and dinner are not included.

Optional Excursion to Prague, Czech Republic (3 days - $375)

Prague is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, as well as one of the most popular tourist destinations.

During your time in Prague take a guided tour of the huge Hradcany Castle complex, including the cathedral, the 14th century Charles Bridge and the architectural artistry of Malá Strana. Enjoy free time to stroll down Golden Lane, once a favorite of alchemists, or explore the Prague Ghetto, which includes Europe’s oldest cemetery. On your return, enjoy free time in the medieval town of Cesky Krumlov.

Includes accommodations, breakfast, transportation, sightseeing and entrances as indicated. Lunch and dinner are not included.

Dates and itineraries of all excursions are tentative and subject to change.