Danube & Wachau Valleys Day Trip
Tour Highlights
- Grab a quick and easy bus from Vienna's city centre.
- Discover incredible landmarks such as Dürnstein Castle and Melk Abbey.
- Explore the Krems Wine Region, the Danube Valley, and the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley.
- Enjoy the tour accompanied by an expert English-speaking guide.
What Can I Expect?
On the day of the activity, we'll meet in the centre of Vienna, where we'll hop on a comfortable bus. Let the adventure begin!
Dürnstein Castle
One of our first stops will be at the world-famous medieval ruins of the Dürnstein Castle. As legend has it, it was here that Richard of Lionheart was once held captive before he was freed by his faithful squire. You'll have 1 hour of free time in the grounds, so explore away at your own pace!
Krems Wine Region
Our next stop will be in Krems, an enchanting wine region nestled in the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley. This region beckons with its historical charm and scenic beauty, inviting you to fall in love with its rich heritage and picturesque landscapes!
Melk City
Our last stop on this tour is in the charming and compact city of Melk, which boasts a remarkable array of architectural styles spanning centuries. The standout landmark is perhaps the grand baroque Benedictine monastery, Melk Abbey. With 1.5 hours of free time, you can explore the abbey at your leisure.
Boat trip on the Danube
During the summer season, from mid-April to the end of October, a boat ride on the Danube River will be included in the tour. For the rest of the year, this activity will be exchanged for a guided tour of Melk Abbey.
More Information
Duration
8h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Transport by bus
English–speaking guide
Guided tour of Melk Abbey (between November and the start of April)
Boat trip (from mid–April to end of October)
Not included
Lunch
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Vienna Sightseeing Tours
Corporate name: Vienna Sightseeing Tours
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Can I bring luggage on the bus?
A - Yes.
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Q - Is there a guide on the boat?
A - The multilingual guide who will accompany you on the tour will give you numerous explanations during the bus tours. No commentary will be provided during the boat ride.
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Q - Where can we eat?
A - In Melk, there are several restaurants where you can eat during your free time, or if you prefer, you can bring food to eat during the boat trip.
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Q - What is the Wachau Valley known for?
A - The Wachau Valley is a picturesque region in Austria, known for its stunning landscapes, historic towns, and vineyards.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
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