(800) 814 COOL Questions? Call Us Now!

Private Tour The hills are alive: a tour to locations of the Sound of music film

34 Reviews 4.50 out of 5 stars Based on 34 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Salzburg, Austria
Book online or call us
Chat now

from $1,066.93 per vehicle

Lowest Price Guarantee
The Nonnberg Abbey!
The residence square in old town
The horse washing area
The festival house with fortress in the back
The Leopoldskron palace - the back of the von Trapp's home in the movie

Loading Options
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 15 (0) days in advance.
8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Instant confirmation

Overview

Explore the locations where the world famous movie Sound of Music was filmed and see some of the most important locations of the real von Trapp family. Along with a bilingual guide, you will follow the footsteps of Julie Andrews, the real Maria von Trapp, and the entire von Trapp family. This tour is not complete until you see the most important life locations of the von Trapp family and learn more about the family and their real story. During the tour you will also learn new things about the movie and many background stories. You will see locations that are not normally accessible during a standard tour.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Lunch, if option is selected
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Gratuities
  • Extra beverages (available to purchase)
See 3 moreSee 3 more

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point
Pickup details

We will pick you up at your hotel included in the tour price. Please inform us which hotel you will be staying, or where you want to meet us.

OR
Meeting point

Salzburg
Austria

Show on Google Maps

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Be special Tours (Pass By)

We will pick you up for free in the city of Salzburg at any place, such as your hotel, or train station, airport, etc. and also drop you off where you want in the city for free.
Read more

Salzburger Altstadt (Pass By)

We will drive with you through the old town of Salzburg and show you some of the major sights of the old town of Salzburg.
Read more

Stift Nonnberg

See the abbey of Nonnberg where Maria become a nun in the movie. In real life she staid there too. Learn about the convent and its interesting history.
Read more

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Leopoldskroner Weiher

See the lake and the palace Leopoldskron which was in the movie the back of the von Trapp family's home.
Read more

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Schloss Hellbrunn

We will drive with you to the palace of Hellbrunn premisses where you will see the Gazebo and the park.
Read more

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Sound of Music Trail

We will show you the Sound of Music trail where the children sang the Do-Re-Mi song, or go with you alternatively to the original field where Julie Andrews sang the opening scene (the opening scene is not always open to visit).
Read more

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Lake Wolfgang

We will pass by the village of St. Gilgen and show you also the lake of Wolfgang.
Read more

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilika St. Michael

We will show you the basilica where the traps got married in the movie.
Read more

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Show 6 more stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions

(6)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour The hills are alive: a tour to locations of the Sound of music film?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-34129P3

Traveler Photos

See more
See more

Reviews

4.50
34 reviews

Average 4.50 out of 5 stars based on 34 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
29
4 stars
1
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
4

Loading Options
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 15 (0) days in advance.
Salzburg Tours
Attractions
Guides
Calendar
View more

Similar Tours & Activities

Austrian Lakes and Salzburg Full Day Private Tour from Vienna

Austrian Lakes and Salzburg Full Day Private Tour from Vienna

New To The Site!
 11 to 12 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$623.76
Salzburg Marionette Theatre: Highlights-The Magic of Marionettes (30 min. show)

Salzburg Marionette Theatre: Highlights-The Magic of Marionettes (30 min. show)

3
 30 to 120 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$33.27
Hallstatt, Lake District and the Salt Mine

Hallstatt, Lake District and the Salt Mine

6
 9 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$507.92
Skip-the-line Hellbrunn Palace Trick Fountains Salzburg Tour

Skip-the-line Hellbrunn Palace Trick Fountains Salzburg Tour

New To The Site!
 2 to 3 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$249.54

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Salzburg: Palace Concert at the Marble Hall of Mirabell Palace

Salzburg: Palace Concert at the Marble Hall of Mirabell Palace

347
 1 hour 45 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$49.90
Hallstatt Half-Day Tour from Salzburg

Hallstatt Half-Day Tour from Salzburg

816
 5 hours 30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$89.11
Best of Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg

Best of Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg

465
 3 hours 30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$97.43
Austrian Apple Strudel Cooking Class including Lunch in Salzburg
Likely to Sell Out

Austrian Apple Strudel Cooking Class including Lunch in Salzburg

791
 1 hour 30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$68.91

Frequently Asked Questions (6)

Activity name

The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.

Filter by:

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour The hills are alive: a tour to locations of the Sound of music film?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Lunch, if option is selected.
  • Fuel surcharge.
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only).
  • Driver-guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Extra beverages (available to purchase).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Private Tour The hills are alive: a tour to locations of the Sound of music film is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Tour The hills are alive: a tour to locations of the Sound of music film will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024

What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled water
  • Lunch, if option is selected
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only)
  • Driver-guide
  • Gratuities
  • Extra beverages (available to purchase)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Comfortable shoes and clothing are recommended

Report Product Issue

Activity name

Language
Currency

Site Settings

Activity name

Currency

Activity name

Lowest Price Guarantee

Activity name

We guarantee the lowest price on all the tours available to book on our site. We'll refund the difference if you find the exact tour cheaper online until 48 hours before your tour starts.

We Make It Easy!

Gather your information

Locate your City Boat Tours Booking Number and the proof of the lower price you found.

Send it to us

Email [email protected] with the documents, your name, and your home address.

We'll review

We'll review your materials and get in touch as soon as possible.

Receive your refund

If everything checks out, we'll refund you the price difference.

Refund Terms & Conditions

The following conditions apply to all lowest price guarantee refund requests:

  • The lowest price guarantee is available to any customer who makes a qualifying purchase through our website. The qualifying purchase must be a minimum of US$20 (or equivalent).
  • The lowest price guarantee covers retail and prepaid rates available to the general public. This does not include discounts or promotions you may receive (or be eligible for) from third-party sites or organizations such as AAA or AARP or special offers made as part of a membership program, corporate discount, daily deal, group, or rewards program.
  • City Boat Tours promotions cannot be combined with the lowest price guarantee.
  • If you find a lower retail or prepaid rate for the same tour, offered on the same date, time and priced in the same currency as your original purchase, on any other website between the time you book on City Boat Tours and 48 hours before your trip starts, we will refund the difference.
  • The lowest price guarantee does not apply where a lower overall price is found by breaking down the purchased tour into one or more parts sold separately.
  • City Boat Tours reserves the right to verify the lower price details. Examples of acceptable forms of verification include a web screenshot or a web address.
  • All refund decisions will be made at the sole discretion of City Boat Tours.

Free Cancellation

Activity name

100% refund
No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

Sorting, ranking, and search results

Activity name

City Boat Tours wants to make your searches as relevant as possible. That's why we offer many ways to help you find the right experiences for you.

On some pages, you can select how to sort the results we display and also use filter options to see only those search results that meet your chosen preferences. You'll see explanations of what those sort options mean when you select them.

If you see a Badge of Excellence label, the award is based on average review ratings, share of bookings with a review, and number of bookings through City Boat Tours over a 12-month period.

The importance of any one factor over any other in a sort order varies, and the balance is constantly being reviewed and adjusted. We're always updating our systems and testing new ways to refine and improve your results to make them as relevant as possible to meet your needs.

Cool Support

Ask us anything!

Activity name

Cool Robot