Kitzbühel Day Trip from Vienna with a Private Driver

Your day trip to Kitzbühel – relaxed, exclusive and completely stress-free

Kitzbühel is one of the most beautiful and most glamorous mountain towns in the Alps. The medieval old town with its colourful townhouses, the world-famous Hahnenkamm, elegant boutiques and outstanding food make the Gamsstadt one of Austria’s most sought-after destinations. But the journey from Vienna covers around 400 kilometres, and that is not a drive most people want to take on themselves – especially not when the day should start calmly and stay in your memory. This is exactly where our Kitzbühel day trip from Vienna with a private driver comes in.

With globalane.at you do not just travel, you travel comfortably. Your chauffeur picks you up on time at your front door, your hotel or your office and takes you safely into the Tyrolean mountains. You sit in a well-kept Mercedes, lean back, watch the landscape go by and arrive rested, instead of stepping out of the car worn down by traffic on the A1 and the alpine passes. In the evening the same private driver brings you home again – no searching for parking, no night driving, no thinking about the way back.

This page gives you a detailed overview of the whole tour: the drive and the route, the finest sights in Kitzbühel, a realistic plan for your day, and the best time to travel along with insider tips. That way you know exactly what to expect before you book – and how much more pleasant a transfer to Kitzbühel with an experienced driver is compared with driving yourself or taking public transport.

Sights in Kitzbühel – medieval old town, Hahnenkamm and alpine glamour

Kitzbühel is far more than a ski resort. The town combines medieval heritage, alpine scenery and international flair in a very small space. With only one day, you have to choose wisely – so here are the sights most worth your time, all of them easy to reach on foot or with a short hop in the car during your Kitzbühel tour from Vienna with your private driver.

The medieval old town with Vorderstadt and Hinterstadt

The heart of Kitzbühel is the picturesque old town with its two main streets, the Vorderstadt and the Hinterstadt. The closely packed townhouses in warm pastel shades partly date from the 16th century and speak of the wealth the town once drew from silver and copper mining. Stroll along the cobbled lanes, admire the ornate bay windows and façades and let the charm of this historic ensemble work on you. Few places in Tyrol bring history and elegance together so harmoniously.

The Hahnenkamm and the legendary Streif

No name is tied to Kitzbühel as closely as the Hahnenkamm. In winter the town’s home mountain hosts the most famous downhill race in the world, but the ride up with the modern Hahnenkamm cable car is worthwhile in summer too. At the top you get a magnificent panorama across the Kitzbühel Alps to the Wilder Kaiser range, plus the interactive Streif experience, which brings the legendary race course and its feared sections such as the Mausefalle within reach. A highlight of any tour for sports fans and view seekers alike.

The pedestrian zone and exclusive shopping

The car-free pedestrian zone around the Vorderstadt and Hinterstadt is Kitzbühel’s elegant living room. International fashion boutiques, jewellers, traditional Trachten shops and fine delicatessens alternate with inviting cafés and pâtisseries. Locals and guests from all over the world stroll here, and in few other alpine towns is the international crowd so noticeable. Window shopping belongs on the programme just as much as a coffee break in the fresh mountain air.

The parish church of St. Andreas and the Liebfrauenkirche

Above the old town stands a fine pair of churches: the Gothic parish church of St. Andreas and the Baroque Liebfrauenkirche. The two buildings with their distinctive tower shape the town’s silhouette and invite you to a quiet moment away from the bustle. The artfully decorated interiors with frescoes and altars are worth a short visit, and the adjoining cemetery with its wrought-iron grave crosses offers a lovely view over the rooftops of Kitzbühel.

The Museum Kitzbühel

If you want to go deeper into the town’s history, the Museum Kitzbühel in the oldest building of the old town is the place to go. The collection covers mining from the Bronze Age onwards and the rise of the town as a fashionable winter sports resort, and devotes its own section to the skiing pioneer and honorary citizen Toni Sailer. Works by the painter Alfons Walde, whose iconic winter scenes still shape the image of Kitzbühel today, are on show as well. An ideal stop for rainy hours or for guests with an interest in culture.

The Schwarzsee

Only a few minutes outside the centre lies the idyllic Schwarzsee, one of the warmest moor lakes in the Alps. Framed by lush meadows with the mountains behind it, it is a popular bathing lake in summer and a wonderful place for a lakeside walk all year round. Your chauffeur is happy to take you here for a relaxed detour before you return to the lively old town.

The Kitzbüheler Horn

Opposite the Hahnenkamm rises the Kitzbüheler Horn, the town’s second home mountain. The cable car takes you up in comfort to a wide panorama that reportedly takes in more than seventy peaks over three thousand metres. The famous alpine flower garden and numerous viewing platforms make the mountain a rewarding destination for nature lovers. In clear weather the view reaches far across the Hohe Tauern range to the Großglockner.

Alpine glamour, food and coffee house culture

Perhaps the most unmistakable thing about Kitzbühel is its atmosphere – that particular mix of alpine down-to-earthness and international luxury. You meet it at every turn in the long-established hotels, award-winning restaurants and stylish cafés. Treat yourself to a slice of homemade cake, a regional Tyrolean speciality or an aperitif on a sunny terrace and watch the elegant comings and goings. It is this way of life that keeps drawing guests from around the world to the Gamsstadt.

Best time to travel and insider tips for Kitzbühel

Kitzbühel is a genuine year-round destination, and every season has its own appeal. Which time is best for your tour depends above all on what you want to experience.

Summer, from June to September, is ideal for nature lovers and anyone who wants the mountains in full green. The cable cars are running, the Schwarzsee invites you to swim, and the terraces of the old town are bathed in sun. Autumn charms with golden light, clear long-distance views and pleasantly quieter lanes – for many the loveliest and most relaxed time to visit the town.

Winter turns Kitzbühel into a glittering stage. Around the legendary Hahnenkamm race in January social life reaches its peak, and the old town in its Christmas decorations has a magic all of its own. Do bear in mind, though, that the town is very busy in this high season and that the journey across the Alps is more demanding in winter weather – another good reason to rely on an experienced private driver.

Our insider tips for a successful day:

• An early start pays off: Set off early and you have the old town almost to yourself in the morning, with the best light for photographs.
• Bring comfortable shoes: The cobblestones of the old town and any short walks are far more pleasant in sturdy footwear.
• Keep an eye on the weather: Mountain weather can change quickly. A light jacket belongs in your bag even in summer, especially if a cable car ride is planned.
• Book a table: In high season the popular restaurants fill up fast. We are happy to help you arrange things in advance.
• Less is more: Do not try to see everything in one day. Experiencing two or three highlights properly is more rewarding than rushing through a checklist.

Because you travel with your own chauffeur, the biggest source of stress on a day out disappears anyway: no parking, no return timetables and no long hours behind the wheel. Your full attention stays on enjoying the day.

Our vehicles in detail – Mercedes E-Class, S-Class and V-Class

For your drive to Kitzbühel we have a modern, well-maintained Mercedes-Benz fleet ready for you. Depending on the occasion, the size of your group and your personal preferences, you choose the right model – each of them stands for comfort, safety and a superior travel experience.

The Mercedes E-Class is our comfortable business saloon and the ideal choice for solo travellers or couples. It combines elegant design with excellent ride comfort, comfortable seats and a quiet, smooth character. On the long route from Vienna to Tyrol the E-Class gets you there rested and relaxed – a capable travel companion for the discerning guest.

The Mercedes S-Class is the first choice when the standard has to be the highest and the journey exclusive. As the flagship of the luxury class it offers a maximum of comfort, quiet and prestige. Generous legroom, the finest materials and first-class equipment make every kilometre a pleasure. For business travellers, special occasions or guests who expect the best, the S-Class is the perfect companion – discreet, stylish and representative.

The Mercedes V-Class is our spacious van for up to eight people and therefore the ideal solution for families, groups of friends or smaller travel parties. Despite the generous space and the comfortable individual seats, everyone travels together in one vehicle without giving up comfort. The V-Class also has plenty of room for larger amounts of luggage. That turns your Kitzbühel tour into a relaxed shared experience where nobody is left behind.

All our vehicles are serviced regularly, are spotlessly clean and come with air conditioning, comfortable leather seats and plenty of space. Your chauffeur appears well presented and professional and places the greatest importance on safe, anticipatory driving.

Why globalane.at is the right partner for you

When choosing a driving service for a tour this long and this special, trust matters. globalane.at stands for a premium chauffeur service with many years of experience, complete reliability and an uncompromising standard of quality and discretion.

Our drivers are experienced professionals who not only know the routes inside out but also understand what matters when looking after demanding guests: punctuality, courtesy, discretion and a fine sense for what our clients want. What is discussed in the car naturally stays confidential – discretion is not a slogan for us but everyday practice.

We are reachable 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including at short notice and on public holidays. Our pricing is transparent: you always get a fair fixed price with no hidden costs, so you know exactly where you stand from the outset. Pick-up is reliably door to door, and with our well-kept Mercedes fleet you always travel in style and safety.

Our service area does not stop at the Austrian border: globalane.at operates across Europe. Whether a day trip, an airport transfer, a city break or a journey over several days – in us you have a dependable partner who organises your travel with care and dedication. Many satisfied regular clients trust us with their journeys again and again, and that is exactly the trust we would like to earn from you.

Prices

At a transparent fixed price, with no hidden costs:

• Mercedes E-Class: from €1.029
• Mercedes S-Class: from €1.259
• Mercedes V-Class (up to 8 people): from €1.149

The fixed price applies from central Vienna; different pick-up or destination addresses and intermediate stops are covered in an individual quote. Ask for your quote now, with no obligation.