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The 15 Best Wachau Valley Tours from Vienna

36 tours  ·  from $44

Terraced vineyards, an apricot belt and a yellow abbey on a cliff, all inside an hour of the city. The 15 below split into bus days, boat days and the ones that put you on a bicycle, priced with the tastings counted.

Vienna: Wachau Valley, Melk Abbey Tour with Danube Boat Trip - Starting beside the Vienna State Opera
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Vienna: Wachau Valley, Melk Abbey Tour with Danube Boat Trip

1.Wachau Valley, Melk Abbey Tour with Danube Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,413 reviews · 8h 30m · from $151Our pick

Spend about eight and a half hours touring the Wachau Valley from Vienna by air-conditioned bus and, in summer, boat. Visit Krems and Dürnstein, enjoy free time in Melk, and tour Melk Abbey with the all-inclusive option. English and Spanish guides, including Tommy, Ava, Eric, and Claudia, have led recent departures.

“I loved the trip to Wachau Valley and to Melk Abbey. Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable, talking to us in English and Spanish. Everything run smoothly. Thank you. :-)”

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Wachau Valley Wine Tasting Bike Tour from Vienna - Two wineries and a taste of Wachau wine
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Wachau Valley Wine Tasting Bike Tour from Vienna

2.Wachau Valley Wine Tasting Bike Tour from Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 829 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $163Top rated

Travel by train from Vienna to Krems, then cycle about 25 kilometers beside the Danube through vineyards and villages. You’ll visit two wineries, explore Dürnstein, and have free time for lunch, a castle hike, or a swim. Guides may include Sona, Szana, Tim, Nicolas, Felipe, or Sina.

“Excellent way to escape the city and experience the countryside! We had a great time biking to two wineries for tastings. We also stopped at a nearby village for lunch and shopping. Would definitely recommend!”

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Wachau Valley Small-Group Tour and Wine Tasting from Vienna - Dürnstein and the castle ruins
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Wachau Valley Small-Group Tour and Wine Tasting from Vienna

3.Wachau Valley Small-Group Tour and Wine Tasting from Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 540 reviews · from $230

Travel from Vienna in a luxury eight-seat vehicle with a guide such as Marco, Camilo, or Tomas. Explore Dürnstein, taste Wachau white wines, eat at a traditional Heuriger, and cruise the Danube from May to September. Winter departures replace the cruise with a guided Melk Abbey visit.

“The description should state the tour only includes vineyards producing white wine. The cruise was a nice touch.”

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Grape Grazing: Wachau Valley Winery Biking Tour - From Vienna to Krems by regional train
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Grape Grazing: Wachau Valley Winery Biking Tour

4.Grape Grazing: Wachau Valley Winery Biking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 468 reviews · 11 hours · from $163

Spend 11 hours cycling the Wachau Valley with an English-speaking guide such as Tim, Nicolas, or Sanja. Ride about 25 kilometers on mostly easy paths, stop at family wineries and Domäne Wachau, explore Dürnstein, and taste dry Austrian whites. Train transport, bike, helmet, tastings, snacks, and rain ponchos are included.

“Really enjoyed the experience altogether. Went to some good wine yards. Peddled good amount of bikes in comfortable good bikes and the guide was exceptional.”

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From Vienna: Wachau Valley Day Tour with Wine Tasting - The drive into Lower Austria
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From Vienna: Wachau Valley Day Tour with Wine Tasting

5.Wachau Valley Day Tour with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 399 reviews · 9 hours · from $234

Spend nine hours in the Wachau Valley with a small group of up to eight. Travel by van from Vienna, taste Austrian whites at two wineries, explore Dürnstein, eat lunch in the valley, and cruise the Danube from Spitz to Melk in summer. Winter departures replace the boat ride with a guided visit to Melk Abbey.

“Well organised, fun and informative guide.. 2 stops covering 10 wine tastings”

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Private Day Tour Trip Salzburg Hallstatt and Melk from Vienna - Melk Abbey in one focused hour
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Private Day Tour Trip Salzburg Hallstatt and Melk from Vienna

6.Private Day Tour Trip Salzburg Hallstatt and Melk from Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 388 reviews · 13 hours (approx.)

Leave Vienna at 7:30 a.m. in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for Melk Abbey, Hallstatt, Lake Wolfgang, and Salzburg. Your English-speaking driver, such as Darko, Michael, Romano, or Davor, handles the long drives and offers local tips while you explore independently. The pace is flexible, but this is a very full day.

“We had a lovely day trip with Michael. He had great recommendations for how to maximize our time in each location and it was great to be able to get a taste of Melk, Salzburg, and Hallstatt. Lots of opportunities for pictures and a seamless day overall. Would definitely recommend!”

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From Vienna: Dürnstein and Wachau Cruise - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the ship
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From Vienna: Dürnstein and Wachau Cruise

7.Dürnstein and Wachau Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 336 reviews · 1 day · from $116

Spend a Sunday cruising from Vienna into the Wachau Valley aboard the MS Kaiserin Elisabeth II. Breakfast, a lunchtime snack, and dinner are included, while drinks cost extra. After the boat ride, you have two hours to wander medieval Dürnstein before returning to Vienna.

“A very good cruse ship. The food was passable. Staff was very helpful and and kind. worth an experience.”

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Krems: Wachau Valley River Cruise with 3-Course Meal - Dürnstein and its unmistakable blue tower
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Krems: Wachau Valley River Cruise with 3-Course Meal

8.Wachau Valley River Cruise with 3-Course Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 254 reviews · from $76

Spend five hours sailing from Krems to Melk and back through the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley. You’ll pass Dürnstein’s blue church tower, Schönbühel Palace, vineyards, villages, and Melk Abbey while enjoying a seasonal three-course meal, one glass of Wachau wine, and open-air views from the sun deck.

“My wife and I took the Krems Wachau Valley River Cruise with the 3- course meal on April 27th and we highly recommend it. The weather cooperated and we were able to get seats on the upper deck of the boat to enjoy the beautiful views. Seats on the upper deck are taken up quickly as there are people who take the cruise but not the meal so if you want to sit outside after you eat you need to be vigilant. The meal was excellent and the service staff were very polite and accomodating. For a cost of $94 per person (Canadian $) this was excellent value. We would…”

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Full Day Tour from Vienna to Wachau, Melk, Hallstatt and Salzburg - Melk Abbey and its richly decorated church
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Full Day Tour from Vienna to Wachau, Melk, Hallstatt and Salzburg

9.Full Day Tour from Vienna to Wachau, Melk, Hallstatt and Salzburg

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 151 reviews · from $44Best value

Leave Vienna at 7:30 a.m. for a long day through the Wachau Valley and Austrian Alps. Visit Dürnstein, Melk Abbey, Hallstatt, and Salzburg, with guided walks, Mozart chocolate, coffee or tea, and hotel pickup. The group is limited to eight, but the schedule is tight and the operator’s pickup record deserves careful attention.

“The tour guide and driver did not show up. Not responding to any messaged or calls. This is my first and last time booking with Viator! Never again! And please give my money back!”

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Vienna: Hallstatt, Salzburg, Melk, Alps & Lakes Day Trip - Melk and the Wachau Valley: a grand first stop
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Vienna: Hallstatt, Salzburg, Melk, Alps & Lakes Day Trip

10.Hallstatt, Salzburg, Melk, Alps & Lakes Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 115 reviews · from $158

Travel about 660 kilometers from Vienna through the Wachau Valley and Salzkammergut to Melk, Hallstatt, and Salzburg. You get guided commentary on the road, then free time to explore each stop. Guides such as Lily and Peter are praised for clear timing, helpful tips, and safe driving. Expect a long day with limited time in each city.

“This day trip was a real treasure. Hallstat is mesmerazing, however other stops definitly worth to see. on the road great view, lakes, forests as well. Special thanks to Pater, our guide. He made everything much better and easier for us.”

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From Melk: 5-Hour Wachau River Cruise - What you see from the river
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From Melk: 5-Hour Wachau River Cruise

11.5-Hour Wachau River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 103 reviews · from $53

Spend five leisurely hours cruising the Wachau from Melk and back, with wide views of vineyards, monasteries, castles, and riverside towns. Choose a basic boat ticket or add breakfast, brunch, schnitzel, or wine tasting. The ship has a large sundeck, partial roof, onboard dining, and accessible facilities.

“I am annoyed that on your Web site you gave me no option to get the 20% senior discount that was offered off the price of if had bought the tickets from the shipping company 's ticket office. Please respond Thank you Peter Derrick”

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From Krems: Wachau Valley River Cruise on the Danube - A moving view of castles, monasteries, and vineyards
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From Krems: Wachau Valley River Cruise on the Danube

12.Wachau Valley River Cruise on the Danube

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 95 reviews · from $53

Spend 5.5 hours cruising from Krems through the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley on a DDSG Blue Danube ship. Enjoy wide river views, vineyards, castles, monasteries, and an onboard restaurant serving regional dishes. Choose a basic cruise or add breakfast, brunch, schnitzel, or wine tasting.

“Really enjoyed the boat journey out Melk. The 1015 boat was very busy and, on a sunny day, the outdoor space was limited but we did find a bench.”

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Melk, Hallstatt and Salzburg Private Tour - Melk Abbey and the Danube
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Melk, Hallstatt and Salzburg Private Tour

13.Melk, Hallstatt and Salzburg Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 66 reviews

Travel by private luxury vehicle from Bratislava to Melk, Hallstatt, and Salzburg in one long, flexible day. An English-speaking driver such as Bran, Markos, Luka, or Deyan can adjust stop lengths, suggest sights and restaurants, and help you make the most of this 700-kilometer round trip.

“-our driver: super nice, polite and good in English communication -car: we got Mercedes Benz, it’s super nice”

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From Vienna: Melk, Salzburg, and Hallstatt Private Tour - Setting out in a private Mercedes vehicle
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From Vienna: Melk, Salzburg, and Hallstatt Private Tour

14.Melk, Salzburg, and Hallstatt Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 63 reviews · 12 hours

Spend 12 hours with a private English-speaking driver-guide such as D, Darko, Romano, or Pedja, traveling from Vienna to Melk Abbey, Salzburg, Lake Wolfgangsee, and Hallstatt. You can adjust the schedule, linger for photos, and choose which sights matter most, though the long driving day requires stamina.

“Darko was with us today, he speaks very good English and was a very good driver and he gave us good information about places we visited. I strongly recommend him.”

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Private Full Day Trip to Hallstatt ,Salzburg and Melk from Vienna - Traunsee, Austria’s deepest lake
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Private Full Day Trip to Hallstatt ,Salzburg and Melk from Vienna

15.Private Full Day Trip to Hallstatt ,Salzburg and Melk from Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · 11 to 13 hours (approx.)

This private, English-language day trip links Melk Abbey, Traunsee, Hallstatt, the Hallstatt Skywalk, Wolfgangsee, and Salzburg from Vienna. You travel with your own group of up to four and may have a guide such as Nico, Mohammed, Sam, or Tarik. Expect grand scenery, Sound of Music sites, and a very long day with many hours on the road.

“Nico was a great tour guide and driver. He went the extra mile to get us a wonderful table with a view at a restaurant in Hallstatt. Thanks Nico!!!”

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