10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Berchtesgaden That You Shouldn't Miss

This tour leads to one of the most beautiful areas of Germany, the region of Berchtesgaden, also known as the Bavarian Alps Region. It covers the most important attractions of this area: the historical site of the Eagle´s Nest up on the top of Mount Kehlstein at an altitude of 6.017 ft.(1.835 m) with a breathtaking view across the Bavarian Alps, a visit of the salt mines inside the salt mountain on a guided tour and a lovely boat ride on the crystal-clear Lake Königssee. A break in the charming mountain town Berchtesgaden is also part of this tour.

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private transportation

Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Lunch

See both the Eagle’s Nest and the underground bunkers of Berchtesgaden in just half a day. The trip from Salzburg is ideal if you don’t have much time but do want to see the historic sites. Begin your morning with panoramic views across the Alps from Hitler´s historic mountain retreat, known as the Eagle´s Nest. Descending from the Obersalzberg on the way to the town of Berchtesgaden you will also see where the underground bunker complexes below the mountain were located and the grounds where Adolf Hitler had his residence, the Berghof. After the visit to the grounds of the Berghof you will continue on to the beautiful Bavarian mountain town of Berchtesgaden located in the Kings Lake River valley. On the return drive back to Salzburg you will travel along Kings Lake creek back to your hotel or any other destination in Salzburg.

Inclusions: Professional driver/guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Entrance fees

With a dedicated guide, visit Hitler's mountain retreat, the Eagle's Nest, and enjoy views over the Alps. Stop by the glacial lake of Königsee, and walk over to the Malerwinkel viewpoint. Take a break in Berchtesgaden, a typical Bavarian town, where you can purchase lunch. This private tour ensures personalized attention and a flexible itinerary. Round-trip transportation from your Salzburg hotel included.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Entrance fees

Explore Salzburg and its beautiful surroundings on the traces of the world famous musical “The Sound of Music” and visit the historical Eagle’s Nest in the Bavarian Alps. Your private guide will take you on this 8 hour private excursion showing you the City of Salzburg, the Eagle’s Nest, the Austrian Lake District and all the “Sound of Music locations that really interest you. This luxury, personalized tour is designed to give you the flexibility to pick and choose the venues, including where to go for lunch (own expense)

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Entrance fees

This tour will take you without stress to the nearby Bavarian mountains. You will enjoy untouched and fascinating nature, history and also the mountains. During the tour you have the possibility to see either the Saltmines in Bad Dürrnberg, or the Hitler's eagles's nest (only available to see it inside during the period of May-October), or enjoy a boat ride on the King's lake. Enjoy a walk through the town of Berchtesgaden and see the fascinating and mysterious area of the Hintersee and Ramsau, a natural jewel in the area.  Feel the nature and the mountains in their most beautiful setting.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Transport by air-conditioned minivan or limousine, Landing and facility fees, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Extra Drinks, Entrance fees are extra: Saltmines: EUR 20. Eagle's nest: EUR 16. Boat ride: EUR 14,80 . Family tickets available in all attractions

 Eagle's Nest & Original Sound of Music Tour - make your day a special one by combining the most popular tours! Join the most experienced and popular tour operator in town on this exclusive tour with your private driver guide - get all the background information while skipping the waiting lines.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Guaranteed to skip the long lines

Exclusions: Entrance fees ( about 17 Euros pp), Gratuities

This exclusive Private tour will begin with a pick up in Passau or Linz from the harbour where your cruise ship is docked. After we have met, we will drive to the city of Salzburg or other areas of interest such as the Lake District, Hallstatt, or the Eagle's Nest. We can always customize your itinerary on the day. Everything is possible. Some of the more popular Tours are: Hallstatt Eagle's Nest Salzburg City Sound of Music At the end of the day you will be transferred back to your ship in Passau or Linz.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Entrance fees

On this 8-hour private tour from Salzburg you will not only experience the natural beauty of the Lake District including a visit one of the most famous lake villages of the World, the World Heritage Village Hallstatt you will also visit the Eagle's Nest at the Bavarian Alps. Inclusive tickets for bus and elevator to the Eagel's Nest. Unlike regular tours, this private option lets you make stops at places that interest you along the way. Taking that unique private tour you will cover two of the most famous tour region of Salzburg, the 'Salzkammergut' lake district and the Bavarian Alps.

Inclusions: Professional local private guide, Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Bottled water, Entry/Admission - The Eagle's Nest

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

The first time that Easy Company part of the 101st. Airborne division reached the hills of Obersalzberg most of the buildings in that area where destroyed. If you visit this area today you will see that a lot has changed, the forest has taken over and a big parking place leads people straight up the mountain. This tour is here to provide you with far reaching insight of the historical locations hidden in the forest, see the ruins of Hitler's house and other WWII sights that will bring history to life. Then hike up from there to the Eagle's Nest and you will following the steps of the first American soldiers that got there by foot in May 1945. Even though the Eagle's Nest is one of the most visited places in Germany our tour will take us thru a more richer and less traveled path. The tour is a mix world history, exercise and incredible landscapes. I take pride in offering the best possible experience to deliver professional and safe guidance in the mountains with a relaxed atmosphere.

Inclusions: Transport to Eagle's Nest and back., Can borrow trekking poles if requested, Exploration of the Obersalzberg (where the high command had their residences), Ruins of Hitler's mountain house.

Exclusions: Food is not included in the tour, make sure to bring your own snacks or food for a picnic in the Alps., The Eagle's Nest building is closed this year but the hike allow us exclusive access to the area.

Spend a day in the Alps and visit the Eagle's Nest, 'The Where Eagle's Dare Castle' of Werfen and admire at the Golling Waterfalls. Next to the historical Eagle's Nest the 11th century Fortress Hohenwerfen, one of the most magnificent mountain fortifications in the Alps, is another top highlight of this 8-hour private tour from Salzburg. From April 1st to about May 10th (depends on the snow conditions of the year), the Eagle's Nest direct access road is closed, alternatively we offer to visit the Rossfeld summit instead. From this vantage point, soak in panoramic views of the stunning Austrian and Bavarian Alps and the nearby Eagle's Nest. Feel free to choose this option also when Eagle's Nest is opened if you prefer a much less crowded, more local site than the Eagle's Nest.

Inclusions: Professional local private guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Private tour, Local taxes, Bottled water

Exclusions: Bus and elevator to the Eagle's Nest, EUR 16,10 per person, Entrance to Werfen Castle including birds-of-prey: EUR 16, Food and Drinks (lunch)