Austria trip from India: 7 days Vienna, Salzburg & Hallstatt
A 7-day Austria itinerary from India: Schengen visa steps via VFS, a rupee budget, Vienna, Salzburg and Hallstatt by train, veg food tips and when to go.
Austria
Vienna's palaces and coffee houses, Salzburg's fortress and the lakeside village of Hallstatt, linked by trains.
Entry rules for Indian passports
| Entry | Schengen short-stay visa (type C), lodged through VFS Global and decided by the Austrian Embassy in New Delhi |
|---|---|
| Stay | Up to 90 days in any 180 |
| Government fee | €90 for adults and €45 for ages 6–12, free under 6, paid in INR at the current exchange rate, plus VFS service charges |
| Processing | The embassy says normally up to 15 calendar days, up to 45 if more checks are needed; apply no earlier than 6 months and no later than 15 days before departure; travel medical insurance of at least €30,000 is required |
| Official site | www.bmeia.gv.at |
When to go
The best months are May, June, September, December. Flights from India: One stop via the Gulf or a European hub, about 10–14 h to Vienna; check for any non-stop schedule from Delhi. Currency: Euro (EUR), roughly ₹100–105; check the day's rate. Clocks: IST − 4:30 (IST − 3:30 in summer).
Trip guides
Austria guides