Vienna · WACHAU VALLEY DAY TRIPS
Ninety minutes upriver: Melk’s abbey on its rock, terraced Grüner Veltliner and a boat between Krems and Dürnstein. The 15 below differ on whether you get the abbey, the boat leg or a tasting, each priced and timed.
Review this Vienna day trip to Wachau Valley, Dürnstein, Melk Abbey, and the Danube, with practical advice on seasons, price, timing, and value.
“Melk abbey and the structure was mesmerizing, it is worth it also guide was super wise and also told about vienna when passing through :)”
Cycle the Danube through Austria’s Wachau Valley, taste local wines, explore Dürnstein, and enjoy a full day beyond Vienna.
“Unforgettable! Our guide was so friendly and professional. He had so much knowledge about the area and wines. Plenty of wine to drink, and it was great getting to know our fellow travelers!! Biking was very fun!!”
Review of the Wachau Valley tour from Vienna, with Dürnstein, Austrian white-wine tastings, lunch, Danube cruise, and Melk Abbey details.
“Great informational and relaxing tour. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and pleasant. We enjoyed the tour.”
Bike the Wachau Valley from Vienna with family wineries, Domäne Wachau, Dürnstein, Danube views, local wine, and a castle hike.
“Our guide, Zana, was very knowledgeable and accommodating, even provided dining recommendations for Vienna and Budapest. The lunch in the village was outstanding and there was even a bonus hike up to a monastery ruin. The wine tasting was also excellent.”
Escape Vienna for Wachau Valley wine, Dürnstein, a Danube cruise, Melk Abbey, and local tastings in a small group of eight.
“Marco was a great guide! very friendly and welcoming and explained everything that we needed to know.”
See Melk Abbey, Hallstatt, Lake Wolfgang, and Salzburg in one private 13-hour day trip from Vienna with flexible pacing.
“It's a long day but it's a great trip. Each stop gives you something unique. Hallstatt was my favorite but all stops were great.”
Review of the Vienna to Dürnstein cruise, with Wachau Valley views, meals, timing, value, and practical tips for booking.
“The trip goes up the Daube to Dürnstein but doesn’t cover the most beautiful parts of the Wachau Valley. I took friends from overseas and we ended up skipping the return and took a train home. Wouldn’t do this trip again.”
Cruise from Krems to Melk through the Wachau Valley with vineyards, castles, a seasonal three-course meal, and a glass of wine.
“My wife and I took the Krems Wachau Valley River Cruise with the 3- course meal on April 27th and we highly recommend it. The weather cooperated and we were able to get seats on the upper deck of the boat to enjoy the beautiful views. Seats on the upper deck are taken up quickly as there are people who take the cruise but not the meal so if you want to sit outside after you eat you need to be vigilant. The meal was excellent and the service staff were very polite and accomodating. For a cost of $94 per person (Canadian $) this was excellent value. We would…”
Review of Vienna’s 13-hour Wachau, Melk, Hallstatt and Salzburg tour, with itinerary details, value advice and serious operator warnings.
“Driver never arrived so trip never happened- contact number was out of action. Still waiting on refund. Would recommend never having anything to do with this trip.”
See Melk Abbey, Hallstatt, Salzburg, Alpine lakes, and Wachau Valley on a 13-hour guided day trip from Vienna.
“Our guide was absolutely amazing and had a wealth of knowledge that was super helpful. Melk was interesting, but we didn’t get a lot of information about the area. Hallstatt was unparalleled with its beautiful views. We didn’t do much in Salzburg except walk along a street full of shops, which I felt was wasted time. I would’ve rather spent much more time in Hallstatt. The bus was very nice and comfortable and we had reasonable time for bathroom breaks as needed.”
Cruise the Wachau Valley from Melk aboard a comfortable DDSG ship, with castle views, vineyards, local food, and flexible return options.
“The views are amazing. The only minus is that you cannot hear the explanation on the deck.”
Cruise Austria’s Wachau Valley from Krems on a comfortable Danube ship, with vineyard views, castles, seasonal scenery, and optional local meals.
“Loved the relaxing river cruise. Bartender was excellent and enjoyed meeting him.”
A private 12-hour tour from Bratislava to Melk, Hallstatt, and Salzburg, with flexible stops, Mozart, salt history, and Sound of Music sights.
“-our driver: super nice, polite and good in English communication -car: we got Mercedes Benz, it’s super nice”
See Melk Abbey, Salzburg, Lake Wolfgangsee, and Hallstatt in one private day trip from Vienna with a flexible English-speaking driver.
“Great one-day, round private trip for a group of 5 of us in a comfortable, air-conditioned Mercedes Benz minivan. Darvor was great in telling us the history and what to see and navigate to see Melk, Hallstat, and Salzburg. He was very flexible on the schedule and accommodating our group's pace, as well as helping us to get best photos. It was a truly worthwhile and memorable trip.”
See Melk Abbey, Traunsee, Hallstatt, Wolfgangsee, and Salzburg in one private day trip from Vienna, with scenic stops and flexible guides.
“Nico was a great tour guide and driver. He went the extra mile to get us a wonderful table with a view at a restaurant in Hallstatt. Thanks Nico!!!”
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