Set in central Europe, Austria conjures up images of the picturesque Central Eastern Alps dotted with glamourous Alpine ski resorts surrounded by pristine pistes and aquamarine lakes.

However, the country’s breath-taking nature only tells a small part of the story, as Austria is also blessed with a rich heritage.

From the quaint, cobbled streets of timeless Innsbruck to the enthralling Vienna Staatsoper, one of the most famous opera and ballet venues in the world, the historical choices are as diverse as they are seductive.