Austria June 20-27 2026

Austria in summer

The landscape of Austria is incredibly diverse. From the dramatic limestone peaks in the north to the snowcapped mountains of East Tyrol you’ll find many unknown gems. Add to that the many lush meadows, glacier fed waterfalls and fragrant wildflowers and you have the recipe for an unforgettable photo tour.

Late June is the perfect time to visit because of the vibrant foliage and abundant wildflowers. All lakes and rivers are full from the snowmelt and the last snow gives the high mountains a distinct alpine feel. This sets the stage for perfect captures of idyllic mountain scenes.

This tour is set up so that you can sample everything Austria has to offer. We’ll move from the lovely Salzburgerland to the impressive and remote central Alps in Tyrol & East Tyrol, after which we’ll finish the dramatic northern limestone Alps.

Mountain landscape with green meadow, flowing stream, trees, and cloudy sky.

Price

€2500,-

Price based on double room occupancy. Single room supplement €250,-

Maximum group size

5 participants

Start

Saturday 20 June 14:00 Salzburg Central Station

End

Saturday 27 June 14:00 Salzburg Central Station

Physical difficulty

Moderately challenging

Maximum hike duration 3 hours with 300 meters of vertical ascent. Good balance required for uneven mountain trails.

Accommodation

4 nights in hotel, 3 nights in mountain hut

For more information, see the page on accommodation.

Scenic landscape with a river, autumn foliage, and snow-capped mountains in the background.

Included

  • Personal guidance from English speaking professional photographer

  • All accommodations & lodgings

  • All transport during the tour

  • All meals including non-alcoholic drinks

  • All costs of excursions & outings

Not included

  • Alcoholic drinks

  • Travel to and from start/endpoint of the tour

  • Non mealtime snacks and drinks

  • Personal purchases & souvenirs

  • Travel insurance

Itinerary

The photo tour is set up as a roadtrip past Austria’s loveliest highlights. During the week we’ll cover a lot of ground, sleeping in hotels and mountain huts situated right next to epic photo spots.

Saturday
After the pick up from Salzburg Central Station we’ll drive a short distance to Golling an der Salzach where we’ll photograph a lovely waterfall surrounded by ancient forests. Here we can practice with neutral density filters and long exposures to blur the water.

Sunday
We’ll have a relaxing morning to prepare for the coming days. Then it’s time for the drive to East Tyrol, where we’ll head to the Lienzer Hütte where we’ll stay two nights. This hut is situated in a wild valley filled with streams, waterfalls and wildflowers. The hike up to the Lienzer Hütte takes three hours and requires 300 meters of vertical ascent. Luckily, we’ll take plenty breaks to photograph the stunning scenery.

Monday
We’ll shoot both sunrise and sunset at various scenes around the hut. During the day we can explore the valley or relax in the hut.

Tuesday
It’s time to leave the beautiful Lienzer Hütte, but first we add one more sunrise shoot. After the hike down we head to our hotel in the Virgental to rest after two long days at the Lienzer Hütte. Near the hotel you’ll find an old water mill and a small chapel, both ideal photo spots.

Wednesday
Today we head to another mountain hut, this time situated in the famous Kitzbüheler Alps. The hut is situated next to a spectacular alpine lake and offers a great balcony view of the peaks of the northern limestone Alps. We reach the hut by cable car and then a 1.5 hour hike covering 250 meters of vertical ascent.

Thursday
We photograph sunrise at the lake, hoping to catch perfect reflections in the still water. After breakfast we head back down the mountain and drive to the remote Ahornboden in the Karwendel mountain range. This spectacular valley is surrounded by vertical limestone cliffs taller than the ones in Yosemite! The valley floor is covered with old maple trees, making for a perfect foreground. We lodge at the perfectly located and luxurious Eng Alm hotel, which has a sauna and wellness. We’ll stay at the hotel for two nights.

Friday
We catch sunrise and sunset at the Ahornboden but during the day we explore the area and drive to the wild Isar valley. Here, the Isar river meanders through a forested valley with epic snowcapped peaks in the background. Those who want to rest can stay at the hotel.

Saturday
Sadly, the last day of the tour. After one last sunrise shoot and breakfast we’ll drive back to Salzburg Central Station where I leave you with a camera filled with photos and a head filled with memories.

ITINERARY CAN CHANGE DUE TO WEATHER CIRCUMSTANCES AND AVAILABILITY OF ACCOMMODATIONS

Scenic waterfall cascading over moss-covered rocks in a lush forest setting.
Mountain trail surrounded by pink flowers, trees, and greenery, leading to snow-capped peaks under a clear blue sky.
Small chapel in a mountainous forest setting with mist and trees.
Mountain hut near a serene lake with green hills and clouds.

Is this photo tour for you?

  • You love mountains and landscape photography

  • You want to experience the wide variety of landscapes Austria has on offer

  • You have no problems getting up early for sunrise

  • You don’t mind hiking to reach unique and epic photo spots

  • You don’t mind sleeping in beautiful but simple mountain huts

Rustic watermill by a waterfall in a forested mountain valley.

Recommended gear & packing list

Camera equipment

  • Mirrorles or DSLR camera

  • Wide angle zoom, standard zoom & telephoto zoom

  • Tripod

  • Neutral density filter set

  • Polarisation filter

  • Charger & extra battery

  • Drybag to protect your gear from rain

  • Drone (if you have one)


Hiking gear

  • Backpack with space for your camera equipment, 1.5L water, snacks and clothes for overnight stay in mountain hut

  • Sturdy and waterproof hiking boots

  • Rain clothes

  • Trekking poles

  • Hiking clothes including sun hat

  • Warm fleece or puffy coat for cold mornings

  • Sleeping bag liner and pillowcase (mandatory in mountain huts)

Hiking & fitness

Some of the photo spots and lodgings are only reached on foot by mountain trails. During the photo tour we’ll stick exclusively to easy trails but even easy mountain trails are often uneven and at times fairly steep. On top of that, at times you’ll be carying a backpack with camera equipment and gear for an overnight stay. This means that good health and balance are required for this trip.

Mountain lodge with red and white shutters reflecting in a calm lake, surrounded by lush greenery and distant snow-capped mountains under a cloudy sky.

Registration

Fill in the form below for your booking enquiry. To complete your registration a deposit of €1000 is required.

If you have any questions about the photo tour, do not hesitate to contact me.