Spring and summer in Europe are glorious, but the continent truly comes alive in winter as serene snowy landscapes meet the comforting crackle of a fireplace, perfectly capturing the essence of gemütlichkeit (Germany’s culture of cosiness).
We are embracing the enchantment of the European winter with our newly launched driving experience – a luxurious winter tour of Germany and Austria. Read on to discover the thrill, awe and indulgence of our newest adventure.
A snapshot of our luxurious week-long tour of Germany & Austria
There’s magic in the air with a new winter itinerary that shows off the best of this gorgeous continent during midwinter, when the mountains are at their breathtaking best.
We have curated an epic route through the heart of central Europe, starting in Germany’s city of culture and beer, Munich. We then cruise the famous autobahn and the panoramic German Alpine Road through the dramatic snow-capped peaks of the Bavarian and Austrian Alps in a fleet of luxury SUVs.
After quenching your wanderlust with stunning alpine scenery, we reach Salzburg for two days of thrilling ice driving, skiing and relaxation, before cruising to our opulent five-star spa retreat nestled high in the glorious Bavarian Alps.
Along the way, you’ll stay in renowned five-star hotels and luxury alpine resorts, indulging in gourmet dining, deluxe hospitality and more. This is European winter travel at its finest, elevated by a unique fleet of the finest luxury vehicles that make the journey as much of a joy as each incredible destination.
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Discover the magic of touring Europe in winter in luxury SUVs
The summer crowds have long dispersed, leaving peaceful towns and landscapes dusted in snow. Taking you through these roads will be a fleet of latest-release ‘super-SUVs’ from leading marques.
As part of this SUV tour, you’ll be driving an unrivalled lineup back to back. This includes the sensational Ferrari Purosangue – accelerating from 0 to 100 km/hr in 3.3 seconds – and the Porsche Cayenne Turbo GTS, which offers an engaging drive that thrills on any road.
You’ll also get behind the wheel of the most desirable SUVs such as the stunning Aston Martin DBX, the Bentley Bentayga, and the jaw-dropping Lamborghini Urus.
Encompassing the highest levels of comfort and safety – matched to performance that must be felt to be believed, whatever the roads throw your way, you will have the time of your life in these wonderful machines.
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Hit the spa and ski slopes
You will be blown away by the pre-emptive, world-class, luxury standards of our European tour and the incredible sights from your drive – only to then be immersed in your choice of relaxation or choice of immersive activities in the famous Salzburg Snow Space.
If you love winter sports like skiing and snowboarding, you can take advantage of the pristine slopes around Salzburg, with easy access to the world-class ski resorts of Flachau, Wagrain, and St. Johann – Alpendorf. Each resort has a wide range of runs, catering to beginners, intermediates and seasoned pros.
Prefer to relax and unwind? Salzburg is awash with sumptuous wellbeing facilities, allowing you to soak away your stresses. Swim in heated outdoor pools, take soothing dips in hot tubs surrounded by alpine views, or melt away with a massage or Ayurvedic treatment.
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Ice driving in the Austrian Alps
Our luxury tour of Germany and Austria leads us to Salzburg’s winter playground known as the Salzburg Snow Space – a combined 210 km of powdery pistes with endless possibilities.
With the SUVs tucked away for two days, you have the freedom to enjoy activities you love. We recommend joining us for an exclusive ice-driving experience, where you can take on a series of meticulously crafted ice-based racing circuits in an exceptional fleet of specially equipped Porsches.
This is your opportunity to lose yourself in the moment as you perfect your winter driving skills and indulge in colossal drifts that will have you grinning from ear to ear, on controlled icy surfaces among beautiful scenery.
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Experience an incredible fleet of Porsche vehicles
There are multiple draws to our exciting Porsche ice driving experience. Not only do you get the opportunity to drive on an exciting ice track, but you get to do it in a fleet of high-performance ice-ready Porsches, including Boxsters, Caymans, 911s and GT3s.
Because they are fitted with special winter tyres and primed for cold-weather performance, you can channel the power and control of these incredible supercars onto the ice. Catching your first drift is always one of life’s pinch-me moments.
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Join us in January for an unforgettable European winter adventure
Who said January has to be a quiet month? Brush aside the winter blues with an unforgettable week of exceptional experiences, gorgeous scenery and first-class hospitality on our luxury winter tour of Germany and Austria.
If you want to learn more about this winter bucket-list tour or any of our European luxury driving adventures, speak with our friendly travel concierge team today.
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