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

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.