Kirk T.United States
Marcus met us at the train station and showed us some truly beautiful sites of Salzburg. He was knowledgeable and friendly and even took us to a few places for my Mozart fix! Thanks Marcus!
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Private tour in Salzburg Marcus Claudius A
On the traces of the von Trapp family - Salzburg City and its beautiful countryside
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5 hours
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Private tour for 1-8 people
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Marcus Claudius A.
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Hello ! I am a native of Salzburg and I have been working in the tourist business since 1996. Initially being a tour guide was more a student job besides my studies of business administration, in which I have an MBA degree. After a while I noticed that this is not only a job, it is my real passion. Since then, I have been doing tours in large parts of Europe on coaches, minivans and ships during river cruises. Certainly, I am specialized in the Alpine region, particularly in the Salzburg and Bavarian area. My favorite tours are the lakes district tour to Hallstatt, the Bavarian mountains (Eagle's Nest, salt mines and Lake Königssee), the Ice Caves, Innsbruck and the Grossglockner High Alpine Road. My goal is showing my clients the most beautiful and interesting sights of my area and also places which are off the beaten tracks on private tours in my own Mercedes van. Apart from my mother language German, I am fluent in English and Spanish and can provide a big knowledge of history and geography in a relaxed way. In my free time I love to go mountain hiking, sailing and skiing. Additionally I am very interested in magic art and I am member of the magical society in Salzburg for many years. I have a license for the conveyance of passengers. I have a MBA degree for business administration. I am a professional driver-guide with an own company and minivan. I do not offer walking tours in cities in Austria, I only provide guided tours on my van.
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Join me on this perfect combination tour and discover all the important sites from the famous movie Sound of Music
Overview of your Salzburg tour
This tour is the perfect combination of the city of Salzburg and its beautiful countryside, known as the Lakes and Mountains District, which is located east of Salzburg. Besides a general city tour this tour also covers all the important sites from the famous movie Sound of Music like the Mirabell gardens with the Pegasus fountain, the Festival district, the Castle of Leopoldskron, which was used for the backside of the von Trapp house, the Gazebo at the Hellbrunn Park, the famous areal view across Lake Wolfgang and the wedding church in Mondsee. As the movie is based on a true story this tour also leads to the real places of the von Trapp family. This tour is tailor-made for Sound of Music fans from all over the world as well as for people, who want to enjoy the charm of Salzburg City and its beautiful countryside. A real highlight on this tour for me as a local guide is to take travelers to a viewpoint overlooking Lake Wolfgang and to present them the beauty of this area.
Recent Reviews
Barry K.United States
Marcus is a great tour guide! He really worked with our group to ensure that we saw so many great sites in Salzburg. We did a city tour with our tour company the day before and he covered things better than they did. He gave us an excellent recommendation for a restaurant for dinner that night and we called him after dinner to thank him!
Christine M.United States
Marcus took us on an unforgettable tour of Salzburg! The focus of the tour was facts and sites related to the Sound of Music however we also learned a lot about the city of Salzburg and the surrounding areas. Marcus expertly navigates his comfortable van through the city with VIP access to many sites. He knows all the best spots. Communication between booking and the day of the tour was perfect. Our entire group raved about the tour and Marcus. Thank you very much, Marcus, for making our stay in Salzburg personal and special!
Lily H.United States
Outstanding tour guide and tour! He shared so much information about von Trapp family and all areas of history and beauty in and around Salzburg. Sound of Music lovers don't hesitate to take this tour.
Boomer J.United States
Our group of 8 had an unforgettable experience with Marcus. Not only was he knowledgeable, he was passionate about the Sound of Music. He is quite possibly the best tour guide we’ve ever used.
Sally M.United Kingdom
We really enjoyed this tour with Marcus around Salzburg ands the lakes and mountains around Salzburg. Marcus was an excellent guide, with lots of knowledge and anecdotes to share. As alway with guides for Tours by Locals, his enthusiasm and love for his city was clear and he shared this with us for the tour. The tour was well planned and delivered some unexpected benefits in the beauty of the area surrounding Salzburg. Highly recommended.
Your Salzburg tour itinerary
- The tour starts with a stop at the Mirabell gardens in the new town, where you have the option to walk through. - From there we cross the river Salzach to the old town with all its important sights and places. - Close to the city's cathedral we have a quick stop to take some good photos of the old town with its beautiful church spires. - The next stop is at the Castle of Leopoldskron located at a beautiful lake and privately owned within the city, where we get out of the van for another photo stop. - From there it is a short drive to the Gazebo in Hellbrunn, where we stop as well. - This tour continues then via the real von Trapp Villa (outside view) to the Lakes and Mountains District on a scenic drive past Lake Fuschl to Lake Wolfgang with a stunning view across the town of St. Gilgen and the lake. - The last stop of this tour will be in Mondsee with the wedding church of the movie Sound of Music, which can be visited as well. - From there it is a short drive back to Salzburg City.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv
You will travel on a modern, clean and air-conditioned Mercedes Vito Van CDI 119 of latest model with plenty of room.
What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Lunch and personal expenses
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria
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- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
TV And Movie
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Layover
Tour reference number
345398
Languages
Spanish
German
EnglishActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
5.0
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Who is this private tour in Salzburg best suited for?
This private tour in Salzburg is perfect for fans of the "Sound of Music" movie, as it covers all the important sites from the film. It's also ideal for those who want to enjoy the charm of Salzburg City and its beautiful countryside. Whether you're a movie enthusiast or simply looking to explore the scenic beauty of Salzburg, this tour offers a unique experience.
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5 hours
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