Top Vienna Day Trips & Excursions

Melk Abbey and Danube Valley Day Trip from Vienna

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• Spend a day discovering Austria’s UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley on this trip along the Danube River from Vienna. Led by a local guide, pass the vineyards, abbeys and forests of the countryside as you learn about the area’s rich history. Top off your day trip with a 1.5-hour boat ride to Melk along the Danube (seasonal), where you’ll visit a Benedictine abbey overlooking the river. Your excursion will conclude with transportation back to Vienna.
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Day Trip to Salzburg from Vienna

• 100 Reviews
• Experience three of Austria’s UNESCO-listed highlights — Salzburg, the Wachau Valley and the Salzerkammergut — in one day on a trip from Vienna. Admire the wine country of Wachau and Salzkammergut’s mountains and lakes before arriving in Salzburg, Mozart’s birthplace and the setting for ‘The Sound of Music.’ Tour Salzburg's must-sees, including Mozart's House and the Mirabell Gardens, and then stroll and relax independently. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.
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Alpine Panoramic Hallstatt Day Trip Tour from Vienna including Admont Abbey Visit

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• Grab your camera and set out to explore the UNESCO-listed landscapes of Salzkammergut on this full-day tour from Vienna. Admire the Baroque beauty of Admont Abbey, enjoy a guided walking tour of Hallstatt village and shop for traditional handicrafts in Gmunden. Along the way, soak up the scenery as you journey through the mountains and lakes of the Austrian Alps.
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Bratislava Day Trip from Vienna

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• See Slovakia’s vibrant capital city on this day trip from Vienna to Bratislava. Led by an expert guide, explore the city’s top attractions, including Michael’s Gate and Grassalkovich Palace. Afterward, enjoy lunch and some free time to wander on your own. Upgrade your ticket to return to Vienna on a scenic Danube River cruise via high-speed catamaran.
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Budapest Full-Day Trip From Vienna

• 74 Reviews
• Get a taste of Hungary while you're in Vienna on a full-day trip to Budapest. Journey through scenic countryside to Hungary’s imperious capital, set on the River Danube, and view its must-see monuments and UNESCO-listed sights, including the Chain Bridge, Parliament, and medieval Buda district. Finish with free time to shop, stroll and have lunch (own expense). Live commentary aboard your air-conditioned transport, plus hotel pickup and drop-off in Vienna included.
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Budapest Day Trip from Vienna

• 689 Reviews
• Make the most out of your trip to Europe with a day trip to Budapest from Vienna. Enjoy the scenery of the Hungarian countryside as you travel eastward with your guide. See top attractions when you arrive, including the Parliament Building, Heroes’ Square and the panoramic views of Fisherman’s Bastion. Your day trip to Budapest will conclude with transportation back to Vienna.
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Salzburg Day Trip from Vienna

• 600 Reviews
• Explore Salzburg's Mirabell Gardens and UNESCO-listed Old Town on this day trip from Vienna. Led by a local guide, enjoy the stunning drive to Salzburg, stopping at Lake Mondsee and winding through the Austrian Alps. Upon arriving, take a guided walking tour of Mozart's home town and visit the gardens of Mirabell Palace. Your day trip will conclude with transportation back to Vienna.
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Prague Full-Day-Trip from Vienna with Accommodation Pick-Up

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• Take advantage of Vienna’s close proximity to Prague, the Gothic capital of the Czech Republic, on this full-day excursion from Vienna. Following a scenic 3.5 hour drive through the mountains of Bohemia, you’ll embark on a guided tour that showcases top attractions such as Charles Bridge, Prague Astronomical Clock, and Prague Old Town Square. Enjoy time at leisure to shop and explore according to recommendations from your guide, and enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off in Vienna.
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Salzburg and Lake Region Small-Group Day-Trip from Vienna

• 32 Reviews
• Explore in a group of no more than 8 people the beautiful city of Salzburg on this day trip departing from Vienna. Led by an expert guide, relive your favorite scenes from ‘The Sound of Music’ as you pass iconic locations featured in the film. Discover the best of the lake region of Salzkammergut on a back-roads tour stopping at gorgeous Lake Attersee and St. Gilgen village. See Salzburg’s key sights, including Mirabell Palace and Mozart’s Birthplace on a walking tour of the Old Town. Learn about the city’s rich history from your guide and spend the afternoon relaxing or exploring independently. Numbers are limited to eight on this small-group,100% carbon neutral tour.
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Wachau Valley Winery Small-Group Bike Tour from Vienna

• 128 Reviews
• Bike and wine taste along the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley on this full-day tour from Vienna. Stop at wineries along your route to taste local blends, while admiring the valley's stunning scenery. Afterward, explore the town of Dürnstein and Kuenringer Castle independently, relax with lunch and enjoy the chance to take a dip in the Danube River, if you wish. Top off your trip with a brief cruise along the Danube before returning to Vienna by train.
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Wine Tasting Bike Tour departing Vienna

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• This 9.5-hour bike tour from Vienna gives you the opportunity to enjoy the idyllic Austrian countryside and sample locally produced wines. On a state-of-the-art bike, you’ll feel energized as you cycle past lush valleys, quaint villages and rolling vineyards. Take a gentle route with regular breaks, enjoy free time to relax by the Danube or climb to a hilltop castle, and receive lunch and numerous wine samples free of charge.
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Vienna Woods and Mayerling Half Day Trip

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• Discover the Vienna Woods on a half-day guided tour. Led by an expert guide, visit the Mayerling hunting lodge, where scandal once rocked the royal family, as well as the Cistercian Abbey of Heiligenkreuz, constructed in 1133. Soak up a scenic boat ride on the Seegrotte, the largest subterranean lake in Europe. Then, journey back to your original departure point, spotting Liechtenstein Castle on the way.
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Wachau Valley Small-Group Tour and Wine Tasting from Vienna

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• Get a true taste of the Austrian countryside on this day trip to the Wachau Valley from Vienna. An expert guide will lead the way through charming villages and scenic landscape, making stops at UNESCO-listed sites such as the medieval town of Dürnstein. Relax with an authentic lunch at a local wine tavern (own expense) and taste the region’s best wines in a small, intimate cellar. Between May and September, your day trip will also include a Danube River cruise between the villages of Spitz and Melk.
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Prague Day Trip from Vienna

• 269 Reviews
• Explore the vibrant city of Prague on this day trip from Vienna. Led by an expert guide, venture through the scenic countryside of Moravia. Afterward, see all of Prague’s top attractions on a city tour, passing Old Town Square, the National Theater, Charles Bridge and more. Enjoy some free time to purchase lunch, shop or explore independently before hopping back in your coach for a relaxing trip back to Vienna.
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Mauthausen Concentration Camp Day Trip from Vienna

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• Experience a poignant piece of World War II history with a day trip to Mauthausen Concentration Camp from Vienna. The former camp provides a look at the horrors perpetuated by Hitler during the war. An audio guide will provide historical background on each site as you go. Transport back to Vienna will be included when your tour finishes.
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Full-Day Trip to Slovenia from Vienna with Guide

• Famous for its soaring mountain peaks and serene lakes, Slovenia makes an ideal day trip from Vienna—but organising public transport tickets independently can be challenging. With this tour, reach Slovenia in comfort by air-conditioned coach and explore the capital—Ljubljana—with your guide. Discover top attractions including Hauptmann House, Prešeren Square, and the Triple Bridge—with pickup and drop-off at your Vienna hotel included.
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Budapest to Vienna: Wine and Sightseeing Tour (One-Way Transfer)

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• Make the most out of your trip from Vienna to Budapest or vice versa with a full-day wine and sightseeing tour along the way. This one-way transfer will take you by minivan from your accommodations in Vienna or Budapest through the stunning wine region of the Austro-Hungarian border. You’ll sip local wines at two wineries, admire the beautiful waters of Lake Neusiedl (Lake Ferto) and explore the charming towns of Eisenstadt and Rust. Your full-day excursion will conclude with drop-off at your Budapest or Vienna hotel.
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Discover Bratislava on a Full Day Trip from Vienna

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• Bratislava makes a wonderful day trip from Vienna, but beating the language barrier to book travel independently is a challenge. On this tour, reach Bratislava in comfort by air-conditioned coach—with pickup and drop-off at your Vienna hotel included. Hear the hidden secrets of top attractions including Grassalkovich Palace and St. Michael’s Tower during a walking tour with your guide, and find out what makes this ancient Slovakian city special.
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Czech Republic Day Trip from Vienna Including Capital Prague

• The UNESCO–listed city of Prague is the perfect day trip destination from Vienna, but beating the language barrier to organise travel independently isn’t always easy. With this tour, reach Prague in comfort by air-conditioned coach—with pickup and drop-off at your Vienna hotel included. Discover sites of interest including Wenceslas Square during a guided walking tour, with free time to explore the Old Town at your leisure.
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Private Day Trip to Salzburg from Vienna

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• Explore picturesque Salzburg and the idyllic Austrian Lake District on this private full-day tour from Vienna. Visit film locations from iconic musical ‘The Sound of Music’; see Mozart's birthplace and spot landmarks like the Mirabell Palace, St Peter’s Abbey and the Archbishop’s Palace. Then, enjoy free time to explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town, visit the Hohensalzburg fortress and Mozart museum, or hit the shops, before heading back to Vienna.
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Day-trip from Vienna to Hallstatt

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• Use your time in Vienna to visit the mountainous Salzkammergut region on a day trip out of the city. With a guide, you’ll travel out of the city and visit Orth Castle in Gmuden on the way to Lake Hallstatt for a boat ride. A highlight of the region, the lake and its town are home to a cluster of treasures including an ossuary of hand-painted skulls, 16th-century houses, and the Hallstatt Skywalk viewing platform. See it all, then return to Vienna in time for dinner.
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Private Full Day Trip to Croatia including Capital Zagreb

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• Zagreb lies within easy reach of Vienna and offers the perfect opportunity for exploration outside the Austrian capital—but organizing travel independently can be difficult. With this tour, reach Zagreb in comfort by luxury vehicle and visit nearby attractions including UNESCO–listed Graz and Maribor. With your private guide to lead the way during your tailor-made walking tour, discover Zagreb landmarks such as Ban Jelačić Square and St. Mark’s Church.
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Full Day Trip to Salzburg from Vienna

• This action-packed day tour will take you to the highlights of Salzburg. You’ll have a stress-free day with hotel pickup, drop-off, and transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle included. Save hours researching top sites in Salzburg by having a guide to take you to top sites including the UNESCO-listed Old Town, the Cathedral, Mirabell Palace, and The Sound of Music filming locations.
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Private Danube Valley Tour from Vienna

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• Enjoy personalized attention and an itinerary tailored to you on this 8-hour tour of the Danube Valley from Vienna. Allow your private guide to introduce you to towns such as Dürnstein, Spitz, and the famous Melk Abbey. Round-trip transportation from your Vienna hotel is included.
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