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Escape the crowds and experience Christmas the authentic Austrian way. This private tour takes you from Vienna into the Wachau Valley, where castles and abbeys turn into magical holiday settings. Instead of busy city markets, discover medieval courtyards, wooden stalls, and handcrafted gifts in a festive yet relaxed atmosphere that feels like a storybook.
Travel in comfort with your own driver&guide and enjoy the freedom to stop for photos, linger at your favorite spot, and taste authentic seasonal treats. Food and drinks are not included — so you can choose what you love most, from mulled wine made with local wines to freshly baked gingerbread.
Available highlights by date:
- Aggstein Castle Medieval Christmas Market — Nov 7–9, Nov 14–16, Nov 21–23
- Melk Abbey & Schloss Dürnstein Christmas Market — Dec 6–8, Dec 13–14, Dec 20–21
This private journey blends Austria’s cultural heritage with the festive charm of its most beautiful valley.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
After booking we will contact you to confirm the details.
Itinerary
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1Stift Klosterneuburg
Start your journey just outside Vienna at Klosterneuburg Monastery — Austria’s oldest abbey and a treasure house of history. Discover medieval halls, sacred relics, and royal artifacts, including a rare 14th-century ducal hat. A perfect introduction to Austria’s cultural and festive heritage.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
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Drive through winter vineyards to the fairytale village of Dürnstein, where King Richard the Lionheart was once held prisoner. On Dec 6–8, 13–14 & 20–21, the charming Christmas market fills the cobbled streets with lights, music, and handcrafted gifts. The Danube views and iconic blue-and-white Baroque church create an unforgettable festive backdrop.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
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(Available Nov 7–9, 14–16 & 21–23) Step back into the Middle Ages at Aggstein Castle, perched dramatically above the Danube. Its courtyards transform into a medieval Christmas market, lit by torches and bonfires. Enjoy rustic food, hot mulled wine, artisans in period dress, and the sound of medieval music — an enchanting start to the season.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Melk
(Available Dec 6–8, 13–14 & 20–21) After visiting the world-famous Melk Abbey — a masterpiece of Baroque architecture overlooking the Danube — we head down to the charming town below. Here, the Christmas market fills the streets with lights, music, and stalls offering mulled wine, pastries, and handcrafted gifts. It’s the perfect mix of sacred grandeur above and festive cheer in the town below.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Vienna
Return to Vienna in comfort (approx. 1 hour). Drop-off is available at your hotel or any other location you prefer.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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