Vienna: Melk Abbey, Wachau, Danube Valley Private Trip Fully guided One day Private Tour with Hinterhaus Castle
ID: GYG389868-O-706775
Category:
Country: Austria
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Discover the most beautiful places and landscapes of Lower Austria with a trip to Krems, Spitz, Dürnstein, and Melk with a full-day private transfer.
Travel in comfort to the picturesque Wachau and Danube Valleys following the Danube River into the countryside filled with dense woodlands and rolling vineyards. Admire stunning landscapes and UNESCO World Heritage Site status, enjoying a full-day trip from Vienna.
Explore fabulous places and hidden gems along the way. Sightsee each different village on your own and discover beautiful sights. Stop in Krems where all looks like time has frozen. Walk through Krems Old Town and see Steinertor, Rathaus, and Gozzoburg Krems.
See ancient ruins of Dürnstein Castle. According to legend, Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned, and eventually freed by his faithful minstrel Blondel.
Get to the Spitz and experience a fantastic boat cruise to reach Melk. See wild Austrian landscapes while relaxing. Walk to the ruins of Hinterhaus Castle dated from the XI century, with some prime views of Lower Austria from the top.
Walk around and explore the beautiful Abbey Park with the baroque garden Pavillion. Marvel at exceptional architecture from outside and step inside the Abbey Museum, the Marble Hall, balcony, library, and church with amazing chapels and decorations.
Stroll around the village and see the hidden local gem of Parish Church of Assumption of Mary, a peaceful place with nice decorations. No worries about return, sit back and relax, the driver will drop you off at your hotel in Vienna.
Highlights
- Experience a romantic boat cruise with gorgeous views along Danube River
- Admire the scenic beauty of the Wachau and Danube Valleys
- Visit Melk Abbey and find out fascinating history about the Benedictine Monks
- See the hidden, ancient Castles like Aggstein and Hinterhaus Castle
- Explore multiple villages and discover their history
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information
• Boat trip is seasonal, so it can only take place between May and October
• In basic trips: You sightsee each city and sights on your own with instructions from your driver. Only in Melk Abbey, you will have a guide.
• The table reservation at a local restaurant in Melk is optional. You can use it to avoid struggles with finding a proper restaurant without crowds inside
You are required to bring and wear a mask
From your hotel or accommodation in Vienna. Please be ready 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
