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

33 Reviews 4.48 out of 5 stars Based on 33 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Salzburg, Austria

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8 hours (approx.)
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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)
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Meeting and Pickup

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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.

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Salzburg
Austria

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

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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).
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Lake Wolfgang

We will pass by the village of St. Gilgen and show you also the lake of Wolfgang.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilika St. Michael

We will show you the basilica where the traps got married in the movie.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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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

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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.

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Average 4.48 out of 5 stars based on 33 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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  • 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

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  • 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

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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).

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