Eagle's Nest Tour Innsbruck to Salzburg: Alpine Drive & Views

Scenic alpine drive, Bavarian lunch stop, two hours on the Eagle's Nest summit, then arrival in Salzburg

A private one-way tour from Innsbruck to Salzburg that turns a transfer into a full day of sightseeing. You travel in a luxury Mercedes or BMW with a professional guide, stop in Berchtesgaden for lunch and a visit to the Obersalzberg historic area, then ride the mountain bus and elevator to Eagle's Nest for approximately two hours at the summit to take in panoramic views of the Bavarian Alps and Königssee. The tour ends with drop-off at your Salzburg hotel or train station.

Step-by-step itinerary

Tour from Innsbruck to Salzburg

• Arrive in Berchtesgaden
• Relax and have lunch
• Explore Obersalzberg historic area
• Drive to Obersalzberg
• Take bus and elevator to Eagle’s Nest
• Explore Eagle’s Nest and enjoy views
• Refresh at mountaintop restaurant
• Drive to Salzburg and tour ends

The experience

You're leaving Innsbruck and heading to Salzburg, but eight hours of driving doesn't have to be just driving. This private tour builds the journey around Eagle's Nest: the mountaintop viewpoint that sits at 1,834 meters and commands views across the Bavarian Alps toward the Königssee and Salzburg region. A professional English-speaking guide drives you in a luxury Mercedes-Benz V-Class or BMW 5 Series, handling the route while you settle in for the alpine scenery.

The day breaks into three parts. First, you arrive in Berchtesgaden and have time to lunch at your own pace at one of the traditional Bavarian restaurants in town. Then comes the Obersalzberg visit: the historic mountain area that once served as a secondary Nazi headquarters. Your guide walks you through the Berghof site and other significant locations, providing context for this complex chapter of 20th-century history set against peaceful alpine surroundings. After that, a short scenic drive takes you back to Obersalzberg, where you board the dedicated mountain buses and take the elevator up to Eagle's Nest. You'll have roughly two hours to explore the summit, take photographs, and sit on the mountaintop restaurant terrace with a drink or meal while the landscape spreads out below you.

Once you've had your time at the summit, the drive to Salzburg takes about 45 minutes. Your guide drops you at your hotel or, if you prefer, at Salzburg train station for onward travel. Bottled water is included throughout the day. Lunch and any food or drinks at Eagle's Nest are on your own.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup in Innsbruck and drop-off at your Salzburg accommodation or train station.
• private transportation in a luxury Mercedes-Benz V-Class or BMW 5 Series.
• professional guide fluent in English and German.
• bottled water throughout the day.

Options for this experience

2 options

Guide in English or GermanAvailable from 31 Oct · 10:00

Guide in English or GermanAvailable from 31 Oct · 10:00

You pick the guide language when booking. Options with the same name differ in details you'll see when you pick a date.

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Before you book

Days and timesSaturdayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Youth (11 to 15 years): free · Child (4 to 10 years): free · Infant (under 4): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEN · DE

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 39 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on site€ 35

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by MCM Tours & Travel Salzburg, Austria

Is this one for you?Choose this tour if you're traveling from Innsbruck to Salzburg and want to spend a full day exploring rather than simply crossing the distance. The fixed itinerary (lunch in Berchtesgaden, the Obersalzberg visit, and two hours at Eagle's Nest) fits neatly into the journey without adding extra days to your trip.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 15 years): free; Child (4 to 10 years): free; Infant (under 4): free.

What exactly is Eagle's Nest and why is it worth the detour?

Eagle's Nest (Kehlsteinhaus) is a mountaintop lodge at 1,834 meters in the Bavarian Alps, built as a retreat in the 1930s. It's now a museum and restaurant accessible only by mountain bus and elevator, and the summit offers panoramic views across the Alps, the Königssee, and toward Salzburg: the kind of vista that justifies the visit on its own.

Do I have to visit the Obersalzberg, or can I skip that part?

The Obersalzberg visit is part of the itinerary and your guide will lead you through the historic sites in the area, including the Berghof. It's a significant historical stop, but you're not required to enter paid museums or exhibitions if you prefer to stay outside.

How much time do I actually spend at Eagle's Nest?

You'll have approximately two hours at the summit to explore, take photographs, rest, and enjoy refreshments at the mountaintop restaurant. That's enough time to take in the views without feeling rushed, but not so long that you're waiting around.

What's included in the price, and what do I pay separately?

The tour includes hotel pickup in Innsbruck, private transportation in a luxury vehicle, your professional guide, and drop-off in Salzburg. Bottled water is provided. You pay separately for lunch in Berchtesgaden, any food or drinks at Eagle's Nest, and the mountain bus and elevator tickets to reach the summit (payable on site).

Can I choose to be dropped at Salzburg train station instead of my hotel?

Yes. At the end of the tour, you can request drop-off at your hotel or at Salzburg train station, whichever suits your onward plans.