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Danube Valley Day Trip from Vienna

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8 hours - 11 hours
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Duration: 8 hours - 11 hours
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Offered in: en
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About This Tour

This day trip takes you from Vienna to the Wachau, a picturesque valley along the Danube. You will see many medieval castles, grand monasteries and a breathtaking landscape. We will stop in Dürnstein for an hour. From here you will have an impressive boat trip on the Danube to Melk. The Highlight will be the guided tour through the magnificent Benedictine Abbey (depending on the season)

What's Included

✓ Included

  • Panoramic photo stops along the Wachau Valley
  • Round-trip transportation from Vienna by modern coach
  • Free time to explore local villages
  • Visit to Krems or Dürnstein (seasonal)
  • Scenic boat cruise on the Danube River (April–October)
  • Professional English/Spanish-speaking guide
  • Onboard commentary about regional history and culture
  • Admission to Melk Abbey (if option selected)

✗ Not Included

  • Food and drinks

Itinerary

1
Stop
Operngasse 8: Meeting point is 15-10 minutes before departure in front of the Opera Fountain at the Vienna State Opera. Take the lines U1 (red), U2 (purple) or U4 (green) to station "Karlsplatz". Follow the exit "Oper" and walk left along the Vienna State Opera to get to Operngasse.
2
Stop
Visit the wonderful Dürnstein.
3
Stop
Take an impressive boat trip on the Danube from Spitz to Melk (only in summer).
4
Stop
As part of the all inclusive option, you can get a guided tour through the magnificent Benedictine Abbey (depending on which option you choose).
5
Pass By
On your boat trip (in summer) you will pass the picturesque Schönbühel Castle below Melk on the right bank of the Danube.
6
Stop
See many mediaval castles, grand monasteries and a breathtaking landscape.
7
Stop
Operngasse 8: End of the tour

Tour Options

This tour is available in multiple formats. Choose your preferred option when booking:

English excl. Abbey Admission

Tour in English: Winter: with Melk Abbey admission, without boat
Summer: with boat, without Melk Abbey admission

Spanish excl. Abbey Admission

Tour in Spanish: Winter: with Melk Abbey admission, without boat
Summer: with boat, without Melk Abbey admission

Spanish Tour Melk Abbey & Boat

Tour in Spanish: Danube Valley Day Trip from Vienna in Spanish (with boat and visit of Melk Abbey).

English Tour Melk Abbey & Boat

Tour in English: Danube Valley Day Trip from Vienna in English (with boat and visit of Melk Abbey).

Select your preferred option on the booking page. Prices may vary by option.

Good to Know

  • 👶 Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 🐕 Service animals allowed
  • 💪 Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Due to weather conditions the boat trip can only take place between April and October. The same applies if the boat trip has to be cancelled due to high water or other nature reasons.
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