Melk Abbey and Danube Valley Day Trip from Vienna

Highlights

Guided visit to Melk Abbey: Learn the Benedictine monastery’s history
Discover the UNESCO-listed landscapes of the Wachau Valley
Hassle-free round-trip transport from Vienna by comfortable coach

Summary

Arrive at the central Vienna meeting point for a morning departure. Travel to the Danube Valley aboard a comfortable coach and follow the Danube River into the countryside filled with dense woodlands and rolling vineyards. In the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley, listen as your guide points out historic landmarks, such as the medieval castle of Durnstein Castle and riverside towns, like the wine village of Krems. Board a boat in Spitz for a Danube River cruise, taking in dramatic views while gliding downstream to Melk. Between November and April the boat cruise is replaced by a meal in a local restaurant. Browse the shops in Melk village before boarding the coach for the return journey to Vienna.

Tour info

Duration

8 hours 30 minutes

Why take this tour?

Austria’s Danube Valley is known for its stunning landscapes and UNESCO World Heritage Site status, and it’s a popular choice for a day trip from Vienna. This tour takes in all the highlights, including a guided tour of Melk Abbey, a boat cruise along the Danube River or a meal (summer), and a trip to see views along the Wachau Valley.

What’s included?

Bus trip in a modern coach from Vienna to the Danube Valley
Lunch & walking tour through Krems or Dürnstein (winter)
Boat tour (summer)
Admission Melk Abbey
Entry/Admission - Melk
Entry/Admission - Melk Abbey
Food and drinks (summer)
Boat ride (winter)

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 8h 30m
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Please note, that wearing an FFP2 mask in the Hop On Hop Off and tour buses is required by law, therefore bringing your own mask is requested. All the tours will be carried out in small groups with all the necessary COVID-19 health and safety measures.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Vienna Sightseeing Tours Wiener Rundfahrten GmbH & Co.KG

About operator:

VIENNA SIGHTSEEING TOURS offers guided tours, day trips and concerts - you can pick a city tour in Vienna, a trip to Salzburg or Danube Valley, visit Bratislava, Budapest, Prague and Hallstatt.
Furthermore, the HOP ON HOP OFF tours are a comfortable way to explore Vienna. You can choose from up to 6 routes and 50 stops. Hop on and off at as many stops as you like with just one ticket.