Itinerary 1 itinerary
Day 1
Meet at meeting point: This tour starts from our tour office, located at Franz Josefs Kai 45 (Metro U2 / U4 Schottenring, take exit “Schottenring” or “Salztorbrücke”. Hotel pick up can be arranged upon request. Please contact the local tour operator directly.Attractions and Activities: Wachau Valley (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Leaving Vienna behind you, travel in a comfortable vehicle to the country's best winemaking region, the Wachau Valley for a fully guided day tour. Renowned for its quality wines, stunning villages and breathtaking scenery, it is the perfect place to enjoy a day away from the city. You'll see the whole of the Wachau Valley while learning about its fascinating culture and history and sampling local wine as well as some other delicacies like the valley's famed local specialties. Besides the highlights, you'll break away from the crowds to also see the more authentic and off-the-beaten-track landscapes. You also have the chance to visit the valley's oldest church, dating back to the year 987.
Attractions and Activities: Burgruine Duernstein (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Arrive in the UNESCO-listed Dürnstein – a picturesque medieval town famous for being where Richard the Lionheart was held captive in 1192. There, enjoy some free time to explore the streets and the castle ruins.
Attractions and Activities: Vinotake Duernstein (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Afterwards you'll go for lunch in a traditional family-run Austrian wine tavern (not included).
Attractions and Activities: Danube River (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Enjoy a one hour river cruise on the famous Blue Danube between the small villages of Spitz and Melk. (Summer itinerary)
Attractions and Activities: Melk Abbey (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Before returning back to Vienna, you'll see Melk Abbey (Stift Melk) - entrance included during the winter months, a world-famous Benedictine abbey founded in 1089. Located above the town of Melk on a rocky outcrop, this impressive monastic site boasts stunning views of the Danube river down below. (Winter Itinerary)
Guests leave on their own: End the tour on your own and bring your trip to a happy conclusion This tour starts from our tour office, located at Franz Josefs Kai 45 (Metro U2 / U4 Schottenring, take exit “Schottenring” or “Salztorbrücke”. Hotel pick up can be arranged upon request. Please contact the local tour operator directly.
*Itinerary times are in the local time of the place of visit and may be subject to changes due to weather conditions, road conditions, and other factors. We appreciate your understanding.