Danube Valley Day Trip from Vienna
- Location:Vienna, Austria
- Duration:8 hours (approx.)
- TOUR Code:3585AT008VS
The Danube Valley Day Trip from Vienna reveals the exquisite beauty of the Wachau Valley. You'll travel through gorgeous Austrian countryside and take a scenic boat ride down the Danube. It's one of the most popular day trips from Vienna, and not to be missed!
Highlights
- Day trip to the Danube Valley from Vienna
- Scenic coach trip through the Austrian countryside
- Romantic boat ride on the Danube from Splitz to Melk (Seasonal)
- Magnificent Benedictine Abbey of Melk
- English- and German-speaking guide
- Pick-up from most central Vienna hotels
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The history and legends of this lovely part of Austria come to life as you wend your way past charming old villages, steep vineyards and mysterious castles. One such castle is the well-known Durnstein, where Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned while waiting for his ransom to arrive from England.
Then, you'll enjoy a boat ride down the Danube from Splitz to Melk, passing the heart of the Wachau Valley at the old wine town of Krems. To complete your superb day trip, you will visit Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey, a pearl of the Austrian Baroque style.
While in Melk, you have the option of having lunch in the abbey's restaurant (price not included).
Please note: The boat trip (1.5 hours) operates from April 13 to October 28 only. In the winter months, lunch will be included in your tour price as a replacement.
Schedule Details
Visit the the magnificent Benedictine Abbey at Melk
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Departs at 9:45am
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
Duration:8 hours (approx.)
Return details:Tour concludes at the Vienna State Opera.
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Additional Information
- Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Local guide
- Entrance ticket to Baroque Benedictine Abbey in Melk
- Boat Ride during summer (April-October)
- Lunch during Winter (November-March)
- Hotel drop off
- Gratuities (optional)
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat
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Fantastic day except for the weather as it was overcast and raining at times. Can only take ... Read more ›
Nina, January 2012
