Wachau Valley Small-Group Tour and Wine Tasting from Vienna
Recommended by 97% of travelers
Badge of Excellence
Vienna, Austria
- 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Why travelers loved this
·
Explore our promoted experiences
Overview
Get a taste of the Austrian countryside on a day trip to the Wachau Valley from Vienna. Your guide leads the way through charming villages and scenic landscapes, stopping at UNESCO–listed sites such as the medieval town of Dürnstein. Relax over an authentic lunch at a local wine tavern (own expense) and enjoy tastings at several wineries. Between May and September, the tour includes a Danube River cruise.
- Receive personalized attention on an intimate small-group tour
- Indulge in wine tastings without worrying about driving yourself
- Includes wine tastings but extra food and drinks are your own expense
- Admire views of the Wachau Valley on a seasonal Danube cruise
Why Travelers Choose This Tour
Tour Wachau Valley in a luxury vehicle on a sightseeing and wine tour limited to eight people.
What's Included
- Transport in luxury 8-seater vehicle
- Full-day accompaniment by expert driver/guide
- Wine tastings and local specialties
- 70-minute Danube river cruise (May to September only)
- Lunch and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Vienna ExplorerFranz-Josefs-Kai 45, 1010 Wien, Austria
This tour starts from our tour office, located at Franz Josefs Kai 45 (Metro U2 / U4 Schottenring, take exit “Schottenring” or “Salztorbrücke”. Hotel pick up can be arranged upon request. Please contact the local tour operator directly.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.9:00 am
Itinerary
Meet your guide in central Vienna and venture out to the Wachau Valley by minivan. The heart of Austria’s wine heritage, this region is beloved by locals and visitors alike for its delicious wine, charming villages, and stunning scenery.
Arrive in the medieval town of Dürnstein, where English king Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned in 1192. Soak up some free time to roam the castle ruins and wander the charming streets. After working up an appetite, get cozy in a local wine tavern and savor a traditional lunch (own expense).
Hop back aboard your bus and view the passing scenery as you head deeper into the valley. From May to September, relax on a river cruise between the villages of Spitz and Melk along the Danube River.
Continue to Melk Abbey, a renowned Benedictine abbey dating back to 1089, which offers stunning views of the Danube.
Before returning to Vienna, you’ll also have the chance to sample local blends at regional wineries. Visit the valley’s oldest church, founded in 987, all while learning the rich heritage and history behind the Wachau Valley.
Your day trip will conclude at your original departure point in the evening.
Arrive in the medieval town of Dürnstein, where English king Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned in 1192. Soak up some free time to roam the castle ruins and wander the charming streets. After working up an appetite, get cozy in a local wine tavern and savor a traditional lunch (own expense).
Hop back aboard your bus and view the passing scenery as you head deeper into the valley. From May to September, relax on a river cruise between the villages of Spitz and Melk along the Danube River.
Continue to Melk Abbey, a renowned Benedictine abbey dating back to 1089, which offers stunning views of the Danube.
Before returning to Vienna, you’ll also have the chance to sample local blends at regional wineries. Visit the valley’s oldest church, founded in 987, all while learning the rich heritage and history behind the Wachau Valley.
Your day trip will conclude at your original departure point in the evening.
Wachau Valley (Pass By)
Burgruine Duernstein (Pass By)
Vinotake Duernstein (Pass By)
Danube River (Pass By)
Melk Abbey (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Danube river cruise operates between May and September only. In the winter months entrance and one-hour guided tour of Melk Abbey will be included as a replacement
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Supplied by
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Featured review
Jean_D
There is not much walking but it is not handicap available. I was a great way to get out of Vienna and see the beautiful Austrian countryside. There are 2 excellent wineries for tasting, another one for lunch or lunch in Town and some tourist sites to see. Marco was our guide and he was really great. I learned a lot about the area in general and the wines specifically. I would highly recommend this tour.
Reviews
4.8
based on 633 reviews
Sort by: Most insightful
Eric_R, Jul 2026
Wonderful wine tasting tour with van (max tour size 8) ride, lunch (not included in price) and visit to the charming medieval walled city of Durnstein. Great guide and lots of wines tasted. Highly recommended.
Gregory_G, Jul 2026
Great day of wine tasting in a very well organized and planned event. Tastings were amazing and the opportunity to spend time on the river and exploring the local culture was a great added bonus.
Yvonne_M, Jun 2026
The experience was worth it and great.
The guide was amazing and knowledgeable! We loved and enjoyed it!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you had such an enjoyable experience and that your guide helped make the day so memorable. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Richard_H, Jun 2026
Fantastic day! We were lucky to have both Ron and Cade as our guides. They were personable and knowledgeable. Loved the wineries and had a great lunch at their recommendation. Enjoyed the relaxing boat ride.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We're so pleased you had a great day and enjoyed the company of Ron and Cade. We'll be sure to share your compliments with them, and we hope to see you again on another tour!
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Kim_P, Jun 2026
This tour was fantastic! The highlight of our 3 week European trip! The wine tastings were excellent, and the towns we visited were beautiful. The river cruise was really special. I highly recommend this tour!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely recommendation! We're thrilled to hear this was such a memorable part of your trip and that you enjoyed every part of the experience.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Susan_M, Jun 2026
Ron was very knowledgeable about the area and accommodating of the four couples throughout the day. There was a good balance of activities.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day with Ron. It’s wonderful to know that his knowledge of the area and attentiveness to your group helped create a great experience.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Steve_J, May 2026
Fabulous excursion outside Vienna. Great history lessons along the way. The wine tastings were on the money. Wish we had just a little more time to check out Durnstein.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the history, wine tastings, and the overall experience. We appreciate your note about Dürnstein and will keep it in mind for future improvements.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Lorelie_B, May 2026
Fun experience outside of Vienna. Begins with a 1 hr 20 minute drive to get on a boat along the Danube. That cruise ride is an hour. Then the driver picks you up and takes you to a winery. After that you have lunch (meal not included). You visit one more winery and then go back to Vienna which is an hour drive. We would have preferred visiting one more winery and not doing the boat ride. Although the Danube is nice, for the price, we spent a lot of time traveling so would have preferred to maximize the wine tour. The tour guide, Tim, was great-very knowledgeable and helpful. The wines we tasted were excellent.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed the wines and that Tim helped make the day informative and enjoyable. We also appreciate your comments regarding the itinerary and will certainly take them into consideration. We hope to welcome you on another tour in the future.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
SHERRY_C, May 2026
Very enjoyable small group tour led by a very knowledgeable guide. Marco was kind and patient and always accomodating.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear you had an enjoyable experience. We'll be sure to pass your compliments on to Marco and are glad his friendly and accommodating approach made the day even more enjoyable.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Judith_G, May 2026
We had a great trip with a great guide and great people. This is highly recommended for anyone who appreciates wine.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the experience and the company throughout the day.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Nora_M, May 2026
Guide camilo had wonderful charm and knowledge. The wine and scenery was beautiful. Nice small group of 8. Great time! Highly recommend!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the day, the beautiful surroundings, and the small-group experience. We'll be sure to pass your compliments on to Camilo.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
suraj_u, May 2026
Very good experience. He looks very knowledgeble....................................................
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you had a very good experience.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Riddhi_R, May 2026
Great experience with Marco! He was very knowledgable and provided great support throughout the day!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re happy to hear you had a great experience with Marco and that his knowledge and support made the day enjoyable for you.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Elizabeth_L, Apr 2026
We had an amazing day exploring the Wachau Valley with Tim. I went with three friends, and he made the entire experience fun, seamless, and memorable.
He was the perfect mix of knowledgeable and entertaining, keeping things engaging without ever feeling overly formal. We visited two great wineries and enjoyed a beautiful cruise on the Danube—everything was perfectly organized so we could just relax and enjoy.
Highly recommend Tim if you’re planning a Wachau Valley tour—he truly made the day special.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad you and your friends had such a memorable day in the Wachau Valley and that Tim helped make everything smooth, enjoyable, and engaging.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Anne_B, Jan 2026
Tony was an excellent guide, host, and driver. He made the day warm and special and we learned so much. It was clear that he has developed great relationships with the local vintners that we visited. We were warmly welcomed and tasted some exceptional wines. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that our guide helped make your day so memorable and that you felt so warmly welcomed at the wineries. It’s great that you enjoyed the wines and the overall experience.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Andrea_T, Dec 2025
Our travel guide was very knowledgeable about not only wines, but history and other bits of information. It made our experience truly wonderful! I would highly recommend this for everyone.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your kind words! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the experience and that your guide’s knowledge made the day even more enriching. It’s great to know you would recommend it to others.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Cathy_S, Dec 2025
It includes some history, culture, wine tasting. And in the winter a tour through Melk Abbey, which I preferred over the summer river tour. Also we had time for a Christmas Market.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re glad you enjoyed the mix of history, culture, and wine, and that the winter visit to Melk Abbey and the Christmas market made the day extra special for you.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Shawn_M, Nov 2025
Excellent tour and our guide, Marco, was outstanding! We really loved the stop at Melk Abbey. We definitely recommend this tour!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your great feedback! We’re delighted you enjoyed the tour and that Marco made such a strong impression. It’s wonderful to hear the visit to Melk Abbey was a highlight for you.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Heather_P, Nov 2025
This was my favorite day of an 11 day trip to Europe! Marco was a delightful guide. There is a reason Melk Abbey is listed in the 1,000 Places to See Before you Die! Loved the Wachau Valley - so beautiful! The trip was well-organized.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad this experience was a highlight of your trip and that Marco made it so enjoyable.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
jeanne_b, Nov 2025
This was our favorite tour of the trip. Two small wineries with tastings. Excellent wine and discussion with the wine makers. Melk Abbey and Durstein for lunch in between.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your great review! We’re thrilled this was the highlight of your trip. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the intimate winery visits, tastings, and the chance to connect with local winemakers, along with the beautiful stops along the way.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Deirdre_T, Oct 2025
We had a wonderful time and enjoyed our guide despite the poor weather. The two wineries we went to were great and gave us a good foundation when we go visit on our own. Our host was lovely, very personable and read the vibe of our trip perfectly!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad you had a great time despite the weather and enjoyed the winery visits.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Kristine_Y, Oct 2025
Wonderful experience exploring the valley, small towns, and Melk Abby. The tour guides were delightful, the fall colors were beautiful, and the small group was friendly.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hi Kristine,
Thank you very much for leaving a review. I´m glad you enjoyed your Wachau wine tasting minivan tour and that our tour guide(s) looked after you well.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Rick_K, Oct 2025
We had a fun tour with our guide Marco through the Wachau Valley and wine region. Because it was October, we started with a guided tour through Melk Abbey where we also had lunch. The highlight for me was driving beside the Danube and stopping at two wineries for a tasting of the lovely and well-made Wachau white wines. One of the most charming wine regions I have visited.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed exploring the Wachau Valley with Marco.
We would love to see your favorite moments — feel free to share your photos and tag us on Instagram @viennaexplorer! We are looking forward to welcoming you again in Vienna :)
CHARLOTTE_R, Oct 2025
We had the most wonderful day touring the Wachau Valley with Tim. He accommodated the specific needs of our group, was extremely knowledgeable about the region and the wines, and graciously answered all of our questions. The wine tastings were great as was the spot we went to for lunch. Loved learning more about this special wine region!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful day exploring the Wachau Valley with Tim.
We would love to see your favorite moments — feel free to share your photos and tag us on Instagram @viennaexplorer! We are looking forward to welcoming you again in Vienna :)
Jennifer_T, Oct 2025
Tim was a wealth of knowledge and delight for our day in the Austrian vineyards of the Wachau valley. Toured and tasted at a smaller, family operated winery and then a larger operation. Due to the winter schedule, we were also able to visit the Abbey in Melk. A perfect fall day!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed exploring the Wachau Valley with Tim, visiting both the family-run and larger wineries, and experiencing the Melk Abbey during the winter schedule. A perfect fall day indeed!
We would love to see your favorite moments — feel free to share your photos and tag us on Instagram @viennaexplorer! We are looking forward to welcoming you again in Vienna :)
Beth_C, Oct 2025
Phillip was very friendly and informative. Great guide. Highly recommend this tour. Great wine. Small private tour bus.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the experience and that Phillip made the tour both friendly and informative. It’s wonderful that you appreciated the great wines and the comfort of a small group setting.
We would love to see your favorite moments — feel free to share your photos and tag us on Instagram @viennaexplorer! We are looking forward to welcoming you again in Vienna :)
Phoebeca, Oct 2025
Marco was a great guide on this day trip which included two very good wineries. We had some free time in Durnstein which allowed us enough time to go hike up to the castle ruins where Richard the Lionheart was held prisoner. I wish we had visited a third winery but we enjoyed the 90 minute cruise down the Danube.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the wineries, the hike up to Dürnstein Castle, and the scenic Danube cruise. Marco will be happy to know you appreciated his guidance and company throughout the day.
We would love to see your favorite moments. Feel free to share your photos and tag us @viennaexplorer! We are looking forward to welcoming you again in Vienna :)
Jeremy_T, Oct 2025
Tim was a great guide which shared many interesting things about the region and the wines. The tour became more fun when the group managed to click well and enjoyed chatting with each other.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hi Jeremy,
Thank you very much for leaving a review. I´m glad you enjoyed your Wachau wine tasting minivan tour with Tim. He is one of our experienced guides and has a joy for pleasing his guests. I'm sure he'll enjoy reading your kind words and positive feedback.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Evan_C, Oct 2025
Marco was fantastic on our tour and was extremely insightful on the vineyards surrounding the Wachau. Highly recommend to anyone looking to get out of the city for a bit of a nature!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hi Evan,
Thank you very much for leaving a review. I´m glad you enjoyed your Wachau wine tasting minivan tour with Marco. He is one of our most experienced guides, and I'm sure he'll enjoy reading your kind words and positive feedback.
Feel free to tag us on our social media platforms (Instagram @viennaexplorer; Facebook “Vienna Explorer”) to share your photos and memories. We would love to welcome you back at some time in the future :)
Best regards,
Vienna Explorer Team
Lori_B, Oct 2025
We enjoyed the opportunity to try numerous wines from a variety of vineyards. Our guide, Marco, provided a lot of information on Vienna, Austria and wines from the Wauchau Valley. He took us to a nice Heuriger where the food was delicious! The boat ride on the Danube was beautiful also. We would definitely recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the wine tastings, Marco’s informative guidance, the delicious Heuriger lunch, and the scenic Danube boat ride.
We would love to see your favorite moments. Feel free to share your photos and tag us @viennaexplorer! We are looking forward to welcoming you again in Vienna :)
From $231.76
per personup to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Compare Similar Experiences
Current
Wachau Valley Small-Group Tour and Wine Tasting from Vienna
633
8 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
From
$231.76
Customers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought
Attractions in Vienna, Austria
- Schlumberger Cellars Tours & Tickets
- Anchor Clock (Ankeruhr) Tours & Tickets
- Museum Quarter (MuseumsQuartier) Tours & Tickets
- Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien (Museum of Fine Arts) Tours & Tickets
- St. Stephen's Cathedral (Stephansdom) Tours & Tickets
- Sisi Museum Tours & Tickets
- Vienna Prater (Wiener Prater) Tours & Tickets
- Votive Church (Votivkirche) Tours & Tickets
- Vienna Musikverein (Wiener Musikverein) Tours & Tickets
- St. Peter's Church Tours & Tickets
- Imperial Carriage Museum Tours & Tickets
- Karlsplatz Tours & Tickets
- Heiligenkreuz Abbey Tours & Tickets
- Spanish Riding School (Spanische Hofreitschule) Tours & Tickets
More attractions near Vienna, Austria
- Schönbrunn Palace (Schloss Schönbrunn) Tours & Tickets
- Hofburg Imperial Palace (Hofburg Wien) Tours & Tickets
- Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper) Tours & Tickets
- St. Stephen's Cathedral (Stephansdom) Tours & Tickets
- Sisi Museum Tours & Tickets
- Spanish Riding School (Spanische Hofreitschule) Tours & Tickets
- St. Peter's Church Tours & Tickets