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Grand Wachau Full Day Private Tour

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| Vienna, Austria
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On average, this is booked 14 (0) days in advance.
8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This full day tour offers guests an incomparable insight into a picturesque and richly historic landscape. Heading out of Vienna, the tour travels west towards the town of Melk, home to Austria’s most impressive Baroque Benedictine Abbey. Guests can join a boat ride along the Danube at this point, boarding at Melk and disembarking at Dürnstein. Whichever route your tour takes, you will find yourself passing through villages amongst wine terraces clinging to the steep hills behind them, until you eventually reach Dürnstein, famous as the site of the legend of Richard the Lionheart’s imprisonment and the troubadour Blondel who found the King and arranged for him to be freed. From here, passing through medieval towns beside the Danube, you soon reach Krems, at the heart of the Wachau. The evening will be spent at a Heuriger, one of the region’s famed wine taverns, after which the tour will return to Vienna.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Certified Guide
  • Dinner Dinner at the Heuriger not included in the price point
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Traveler pickup is offered Hotel/Accommodation pickup and drop-off in zipcode area 1010 - 1230 included

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Durnstein

The city of Dürnstein and the ruin of the medieval castle are one of the most prominent sightseeing points in the Wachau, made famous in part by being the place of imprisonment for Richard I of England.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Weissenkirchen in Der Wachau (pass by)

Weißenkirchen is supposedly home to the Riesling vines, a wine typical to the region of the Wachau valley.
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Wehrkirche St. Michael

The church is one of the oldest in upper Austria, dating back to the early 10th century. With its still functioning organ it´s a well used spot for concerts and weddings.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Spitz (pass by)

Located in the heart of the Wachau valley the town offers attractions such as the late gothic three aisled church from the 15th century and is an excellent starting point for hikes and excursions in the region.
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Castle Ruins Aggstein (pass by)

The castle ruin, 300m above the right bank of the danube, dates back to the start of the 12th century. Infamous for its escape-proof prison, the "Rosengärtlein", the ruin is a favourite among the visitors to the danube valley.
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Emmersdorf an der Donau (pass by)

With its historical center and amazing view of Melk Abbey, this picturesque town is worth passing through for the view alone.
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Melk Abbey

This Benedectine Abbey and UESCO heritage site is the highlight of every Wachau trip. With its distinct color and place atop a hill the abbey is considered to be the biggest monastery complex of the austrian baroque and the landmark of the Wachau Valley. The abbey park with the baroque pavilion with designs by Bergl is another special spot at this attraction.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Krems an der Donau

With its old town also being part of the UNESCO World Heritage site Krems is another fixture of your visit. One of the landmarks is the Steiner Tor, a former city gate, as well as the Krems Caricature Museum and the former monastery Und. Another interesting spot is Krems Harbour, it´s one of the biggest in Austria.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Wachau Valley

We round the day off with a boat trip over the Danube. The ride offers a special perspective of the Wachau and its vineyards, which is not tangible from the car. You will discover new highlights from the deck and get unforgettable impressions.
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1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Wachau Valley

If wanted, you can end your day at a local tavern, a Heuriger. Taste some local wine and specialities, combined in the famous Brettljausn
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Grand Wachau Full Day Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Grand Wachau Full Day Private Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Private transportation.
  • Certified Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Dinner. Dinner at the Heuriger not included in the price point.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Grand Wachau Full Day Private Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Grand Wachau Full Day Private Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

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  • Certified Guide
  • DinnerDinner at the Heuriger not included in the price point

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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