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Immerse yourself in a medieval Austrian fairy tale on this 12-hour Cesky Krumlov and Wachau Danube Valley tour from Vienna. Spin through the beautiful Wachau Valley with a guide, and explore top attractions including the medieval village of Durnstein and Benedictine Melk Abbey. Along the way, listen as a guide sheds light on their place in Austria’s history books. Discover 16th-century architecture in the UNESCO World Heritage–listed town of Český Krumlov and gaze out over the mighty Vltava River. This tour includes round-trip travel from Vienna.
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Meeting and pickup
We look forward to seeing you at 7:50 in the morning at our meeting point - Tourist Info, Albertinaplatz. It is behind State Opera theatre. You can reach us by subway U1, U2, U4, underground station Karlsplatz.
Itinerary
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We look forward to seeing you at 7:50 a.m. at our meeting point - Tourist Info, Albertinaplatz 2. It is behind State Opera theatre. You can reach us by subway U1, U2, U4, underground station Karlsplatz. (Please don´t look for a bus. You should look for the entrance to the building with big letters TOURIST INFO)
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First, learn facts and figures about Austria, its people and their customs by starting the tour while driving on the highway.
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1Melk
Enjoy a charming town Melk, best known for the magnificent Melk Abbey, a Baroque masterpiece perched on a hill overlooking the Danube River. Historic town center features colourful buildings, quaint shops and cozy cafés.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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By driving time almost each curve of the Danube River opens amazing landscapes, numerous historical and cultural monuments – catholic abbeys and castles built up on the hills by warriors-bandits.
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You will visit Dürnstein, a picturesque medieval town nestled along the Danube River in the heart of the Wachau Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Famous for its blue Baroque church tower, charming cobblestone streets, and terraced vineyards, Dürnstein offers stunning views and rich history.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Leaving the Wachau Valley, you'll pass through rolling vineyards, forested hills, and quiet Austrian countryside. As you approach the Austrian-Czech border, the landscape becomes more wooded and rural. Crossing into the South Bohemian region of the Czech Republic, you'll encounter charming villages, farmland, and historic towns.
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3Cesky Krumlov
The highlight of the tour will be your visit to Český Krumlov – a medieval paradise. You will immerse in the splendour of the 16th-century town above idyll Vlatva River. Let yourself be overwhelmed by the monumental chateau, stroll down the majestic garden combining elements of English parks and French royal gardens, and lose yourself among the gorgeous burghers´ houses whose uniqueness contributed to the inclusion of the town among the UNESCO sites.
3 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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On the way back to Vienna you will have a chance to rest and plan with the help of our guide your next free days in the Austrian capital.
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A valid passport or ID card and health insurance are compulsory for this tour
- Please note that you will cover approx. 470 km. by motorway on this day. It is approx. 7 hours drive with multiple stops. You will spend approx. 30 minutes in Melk, 45 min. in Dürnstein, approx. 3,5 hrs in Cesky Krumlov.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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