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✓ 2026-09-28| Option | Price | Per person | Length | Rating | Cancellation | Extra fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wine tasting on traditional wooden boats: Wachau Valley | € 550 per group | € 75 (12 share) | 2h | 5.00★ only 4 reviews | free | — |
| Wachau Valley Wine Tasting Bike Tour from ViennaOur pick | € 135 p.p. | € 135 | 11h | 4.82★ · 867 | free | — |
| Wachau Valley Wine Tour & Danube Cruise from ViennaBest value | € 199 p.p. | € 199 | 8h 30m | 4.80★ · 650 | free | — |
| Wachau Valley & Mauthausen Day Trip from Vienna: Private Tour | € 360 p.p. | € 360 | 8h–11h | 5.00★ only 1 review | free | — |
| Kayaking in Wachau Valley: 33 km with wine tasting | € 849 per group | € 425 (2 share) | 10h 30m | 5.00★ only 6 reviews | free | — |
| Wachau Valley Private Tour from Vienna: Melk Abbey & Danube Boat | € 2,670 per group | € 498 (6 share) | 8h | 5.00★ only 1 review | free | — |
| Wachau Valley Wine Tour: Private Tastings & Gourmet LunchTop rated | € 989 p.p. | € 989 | 8h | 5.00★ only 6 reviews | non-refundable | — |
Real price per person across the 7 options: € 75–€ 989 (median € 360). With 100+ reviews: 2 of 7.
Default order: real price per person — the group price divided by the seats it includes.
Private experiences (5)
Wachau Valley Wine Tour: Private Tastings & Gourmet LunchThis private wine tour from Vienna takes you to 3–4 family-run vineyards in the Wachau Valley, Austria's premier wine region, where a local sommelier guides you through tastings of at least 8–10 wines. You'll walk through medieval villages like Dürnstein, meet winemakers at boutique estates, and sit down to a gourmet lunch of regional specialties paired with wines at a historic riverside winery. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Vienna are included, and the group stays under 10 people per guide.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a small group—under 10 people—and the chance to meet winemakers and owners at family-run estates instead of moving through a crowded tasting room. The private car and sommelier mean the day unfolds at a pace that lets you absorb each vineyard and each wine, and the lunch is built into the itinerary so you're eating in the landscape you've been exploring all morning.
Wine tasting on traditional wooden boats: Wachau ValleyA wine tasting tour on traditional wooden boats through Austria's Wachau Valley, departing from Spitz and drifting downstream past six small villages before returning. You taste wines from regional producers aboard the boat while the guide points out the landscape; the experience lasts about two hours and includes the boat, guide in English or German, and transportation back to the start.Is it for me?Book the smaller group if you want one-on-one guide attention and space to move freely on deck; the larger group works better if you're traveling with friends and want to split costs.
Wachau Valley & Mauthausen Day Trip from Vienna: Private TourThis private day trip from Vienna covers Austria's Wachau Valley and two major historical sites in a single journey. You travel by air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup, stopping at the medieval village of Dürnstein with its iconic blue church tower, the dramatic ruins of Aggstein Castle overlooking the Danube, the Mauthausen Memorial, and the city of Linz. The tour runs 8 to 11 hours and includes private transportation, refreshments, and all government fees.Is it for me?Book this private tour if you want to set your own pace at each stop—linger at Aggstein Castle or spend extra time at Mauthausen—rather than move through on a group schedule.
Kayaking in Wachau Valley: 33 km with wine tastingKayak 33 kilometers down the Danube through Wachau Valley between Melk and Krems, paddling past castles and terraced vineyards while stopping to taste Austrian wines in villages like Spitz and Durnstein. A native English-speaking kayak guide and wine expert lead the day, which includes double touring kayaks, safety gear, wine tastings of Riesling and Grüner Veltliner, and hotel pickup from Vienna or the valley itself. The activity requires prior kayaking experience and strong swimming ability.Is it for me?Book this if you want to paddle actively for a full day rather than join a group tour—your instructor guides you through 33 kilometers while you do the work, with wine tastings and village stops as breaks, not the focus.
Wachau Valley Private Tour from Vienna: Melk Abbey & Danube BoatA full-day private tour from Vienna through the Wachau Valley with a certified guide and private transportation, visiting Melk Abbey, Dürnstein, Krems and the surrounding wine villages. The tour includes a boat ride along the Danube and ends at a traditional Heuriger wine tavern. You select your vehicle (sedan for two or MPV for four or six passengers) and guide language at checkout.Is it for me?Your day unfolds through the Wachau's villages, abbey, and Danube views with a private guide handling the route, tickets, and driving—you simply experience each stop.
Half day and longer (2)
Wachau Valley Wine Tasting Bike Tour from ViennaThis 11-hour guided bike tour from Vienna takes you through the Wachau Valley along the Danube, stopping at Dürnstein and Weissenkirchen for wine tastings at small family-run wineries. You'll ride approximately 16 miles through Austrian countryside, see the blue tower of Stift Dürnstein and the fortress ruins where King Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned, and take a swim in the Danube. Train transport to and from the valley, bike rental, helmet, rain poncho and a professional English-speaking guide are included.Is it for me?Book this if you want to bike and taste wine in one day starting from Vienna—the tour includes train transport to the valley, bike rental, and pre-arranged winery stops, so you only need to show up.
Wachau Valley Wine Tour & Danube Cruise from ViennaYou travel from Vienna to the Wachau Valley in a small group with an expert guide who knows the region's history and wine. You explore the medieval town of Dürnstein with free time to wander, taste wine at a local winery, enjoy lunch at a traditional Heurige, and take a 70-minute Danube river cruise (or tour Melk Abbey in winter). Hotel pickup and return are included, as is transport in a comfortable vehicle and all tastings.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Wachau Valley's wine, villages, and Danube views in one day without renting a car or planning the route yourself — the small-group format and expert guide are what make it possible to move between Dürnstein, a local winery, and the river without losing the rhythm of the place.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 6 of the 7 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Wachau Valley Wine Tasting Bike Tour from Vienna is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.82 out of 5 across 867 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 5 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
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