Visite en petit groupe dans la vallée de la Wachau et dégustation de vins au départ de Vienne
Description
Passez une journée loin de Vienne pour découvrir la pittoresque vallée de la Wachau, dans la campagne autrichienne, lors de cette visite guidée en petit groupe. Faites-vous plaisir avec ce délicieux déjeuner dans un Heurige (cave à vin) traditionnel. Avec votre guide expert, visitez d'incroyables villages et sites historiques, dont le village médiéval de Dürnstein (classé au patrimoine de l'UNESCO) rendu célèbre par Richard Cœur de Lion. Optez pour une dégustation de vin dans un petit domaine vinicole local. Vous verrez ensuite la vallée de la Wachau sous un autre angle lors d'une croisière de 70 minutes sur le Danube (uniquement de mai à septembre), entre les villages historiques de Spitz et Melk.
Options de l'excursion
Itinéraire
Quittez Vienne à bord d'un véhicule confortable pour vous diriger vers la plus grande région viticole du pays, la vallée de la Wachau pour une visite guidée d'une journée complète. Réputée pour ses grands vins, ses magnifiques villages et ses paysages à couper le souffle, c'est l'endroit idéal pour profiter d'une journée loin de la ville. Vous traverserez toute la vallée de la Wachau tout en découvrant sa culture et son histoire fascinante, ainsi qu'en dégustant des vins locaux et d'autres spécialités de la vallée. Outre les points forts et loin de la foule, vous découvrirez des paysages reculés encore plus authentiques. Vous aurez également la chance de visiter l’église la plus ancienne de la vallée, datant de l’an 987.
Rejoignez le village médiéval de Dürnstein, inscrit au patrimoine de l'UNESCO, célèbre pour avoir retenu captif Richard Cœur de Lion en 1192. Vous pourrez y explorer à votre guise les rues et les ruines du château.
Puis, vous irez déjeuner dans une cave à vin autrichienne familiale traditionnelle (non inclus).
Profitez d'une croisière d'une heure sur le célèbre Danube bleu entre les petits villages de Spitz et Melk. (Itinéraire d'été)
Avant de retourner à Vienne, vous verrez l'abbaye de Melk (Stift Melk) - entrée incluse pendant les mois d'hiver, une abbaye bénédictine de renommée mondiale fondée en 1089. Situé au-dessus de la ville de Melk sur un éperon rocheux, cet impressionnant site monastique offre une vue imprenable sur le Danube en contrebas. (Itinéraire d'hiver)
Points forts
Ce qui est inclus
Avis des voyageurs
Informations importantes
- Landau ou poussette possible pour les bébés et enfants en bas âge
- Transports en commun disponibles à proximité
- Sièges enfants avec besoins spéciaux disponibles
- Convient à toutes les conditions physiques
- La croisière sur le Danube fonctionne entre mai et septembre uniquement. Pendant les mois d'hiver, l'entrée et une visite guidée d'une heure à l'abbaye de Melk seront incluses en remplacement
- Opère quelles que soient les conditions météorologiques. Veuillez porter des vêtements appropriés.
Avis(634)
Tim was awesome! He was so knowledgeable and was able to adjust the trip to meet our needs! Be sure to ask for him! What a fun day!
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.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the intimate group size, the wine tastings, and your visit to beautiful Dürnstein. It's also great to know your guide helped make the day even more enjoyable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable 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
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.
Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the wine tastings and appreciated the balance of great wines, scenic views, and time to experience the local culture. 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
Tim was great! Witty and informative. Beautiful spots to stop off! Little more time in Durnstein would have be nice. Pick up from hotel should be included in your price and also some water bottles in car wouldn’t go a miss (especially considering it’s a wine tour). Over all good day but very expensive for what it is!
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the day and that Tim helped make the experience memorable. We also appreciate your suggestions regarding the time in Dürnstein, hotel pick-up, and water on board. Feedback like yours is invaluable as we continue to improve our tours. 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
I would give this trip a “20” (on a scale of 10) if I could! Tim, our guide, was so knowledgeable and fun! We ended up with a small group due to 100 degree heat and he let us set the pace of the day and we never felt rushed! This, by far, one of the best days of our vacation!
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We're thrilled to hear the day exceeded your expectations, and we'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Tim. It's wonderful that you could enjoy the experience at a comfortable pace. 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
We booked a small-group tour of the Wachau Valley, and it turned out to be just the two of us and our driver, which made the experience feel very personal and relaxed. Our guide/driver was excellent—friendly, knowledgeable, and very informative, sharing lots of fascinating history throughout the day. We began with a visit to Melk Abbey. While the time inside the abbey was quite short, as the tour of the abbey museum was not included in the itinerary due to time limitation, it was still impressive to see such a magnificent place. From Melk, we took a ferry to Spitz, which was a lovely and scenic way to experience the Danube and the surrounding area, with castles and vineyards along the way. Next came a wine tasting, where we were offered four to five samples. The wines were outstanding, showcasing the incredible quality of the Wachau region. After that, we enjoyed a delicious lunch at another winery. It was the perfect meal for a hot summer day—fresh, light, and full of flavor, accompanied by a glass of crisp white wine, which made the setting even more enjoyable. Later, we visited Dürnstein and hiked up to the castle ruins where Richard the Lionheart was once imprisoned. The hike was quite steep, especially in the heat, but absolutely worth it—the views over the Danube and the valley were breathtaking. Our final stop was another winery with a view of the Dürnstein Castle across the river, where we tasted more delicious wines while enjoying spectacular scenery. The Wachau Valley itself was stunning—lush, green, and incredibly picturesque. Despite the intense heat (around 37–38°C / 100–101°F), the tour was very comfortable thanks to the air-conditioned vehicle, which was a real relief between stops. Overall, this was a fantastic experience. Great guide, excellent wines, beautiful landscapes, and well-organized logistics. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to experience the best of the Wachau Valley in a single, memorable day.
Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review! We're delighted you had such a memorable day and enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere, your guide's company, and everything the Wachau has to offer. Your recommendation means a lot to us. 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
The experience was worth it and great. The guide was amazing and knowledgeable! We loved and enjoyed it!
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
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.
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
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!
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
Such an incredible day with a very friendly guide!! Best experience
Thank you for your kind words! We're so happy to hear you had such an incredible experience and enjoyed the day with our guide. 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
