From Vienna: Wachau Valley Day Tour with Wine Tasting

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From Vienna: Wachau Valley Day Tour with Wine Tasting
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Explore charming villages, historic sites, and scenic landscapes on this day trip to Wachau Valley from Vienna. Learn about the area's culture and history, enjoy wine tastings, and try local products.

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Duration 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 8 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Nadia – United States

Marco was a great guide! very friendly and welcoming and explained everything that we needed to know.

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Brooke – United States

Beautiful day trip activity from Vienna that is unique because the wines cannot often be found in other countries. Enjoyed the abbey and learning so much about the wines. The ideal time for the tour is probably summer-October, but the guide was nevertheless able to get us access to wineries not officially open. Very unique experience!

Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    Vienna Explorer

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    Dürnstein

    Wine tasting (1 hour)

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    Dürnstein

    Free time (1 hour)

    Weißenkirchen in der Wachau

    Lunch (75 minutes)

    Optional, Extra fee

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    Spitz

    Wine tasting (75 minutes)

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    Spitz

    Boat cruise (1 hour)

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    Melk

    Photo stop (20 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    Vienna Explorer

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Discover the beauty of the Wachau Valley on a guided day tour from Vienna
  • Experience a relaxing cruise along the Danube River from Spitz to Melk
  • Learn more about the region's history and rich winemaking traditions
  • Enjoy some free time to explore the charming medieval town of Dürnstein
  • Taste some top local white wines at a traditional family-run Austrian tavern

Full description

Experience the stunning beauty of Wachau Valley and sample its white wines on a guided day trip from Vienna. Hop on a river cruise down the Danube from Spitz to Melk. Visit Melk Abbey, Weissenkirchen, and stop at a family-run tavern in Dürnstein to taste liqueurs, wines, and local delicacies.

Start the trip from Vienna and travel by van through countryside roads into the heart of the Wachau Valley. Learn about winemaking and the history and culture of the region with your guide. Taste a variety of dry and fruity whites and sample local delicacies like apricot jams and liqueurs.

In summer, take a boat ride on the Danube River from Spitz to Melk to soak up the beauty of the Wachau Valley. During winter, take a guided tour of the beautiful Melk Abbey.

Once in Dürnstein, enjoy free time to explore the medieval town and its colorful architecture. Learn about the castle where Richard the Lionhearted was once held prisoner. Finally, visit a heuriger, a traditional family-run Austrian wine tavern, for wine tasting.

Includes

  • Return transportation
  • Guide
  • Private tour (if option booked)
  • Guided tour of Melk Abbey (from March 1 to May 3 and October 7 to December 31)
  • Wine tastings at all wineries
  • Sampling of local delicacies
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch and drinks
  • Tips (optional)

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Meeting point

Meet at the Vienna Explorer office.

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • Tours operate in all weather conditions
  • There will be opportunities along the way for water bottle refills

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 336 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Nadia – United StatesApril 1, 2025 – Verified booking
Marco was a great guide! very friendly and welcoming and explained everything that we needed to know.
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Brooke – United StatesNovember 12, 2024 – Verified booking
Beautiful day trip activity from Vienna that is unique because the wines cannot often be found in other countries. Enjoyed the abbey and learning so much about the wines. The ideal time for the tour is probably summer-October, but the guide was nevertheless able to get us access to wineries not officially open. Very unique experience!
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Sowmya – IndiaOctober 20, 2024 – Verified booking
We had incredible fun! We would highly recommend :)

Product ID: 18371

Activity provider:Vienna Explorer

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