Private Tour
3 Castles & Wine Private Tour in Wachau Valley (incl. Melk Abbey)
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We invite you to experience the Wachau Valley not just as a visitor, but as a friend. This tour is a journey through the heart of Austria, connecting the imperial grandeur of history with the simple, quiet beauty of the vineyards. Our goal is to show you the Austria we love: you will touch the ancient stones of Klosterneuburg, wander the romantic streets of Dürnstein, and stand in awe before the golden beauty of Melk Abbey.
But the true soul of this tour lies in the quiet moments. Instead of large commercial halls, we take you to a small family winery where wine is a craft passed down through generations, and you’ll taste the love put into every bottle. You are in good hands with a personal team—a professional driver ensuring a smooth ride and a knowledgeable guide dedicated entirely to your experience. We have carefully crafted a route that balances major sights with hidden corners so you never feel rushed, enjoying stories that bring history to life.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Stift Klosterneuburg
We start our journey at the majestic Klosterneuburg Abbey, a place of deep spiritual and historical significance. The Treasure: We visit the Imperial Treasury to see the "Archducal Hat." It’s not just a crown; it’s a symbol of the region’s identity. The Atmosphere: Walking through these 900-year-old halls, you will feel the connection between the ruling Habsburgs and the monks who have guarded this place (and its wine!) for centuries.
Lower Austria
Between the abbey and the vineyards, we enjoy a relaxing drive through the Lower Austrian countryside. This is the perfect time to sit back and let the landscape roll by. While your private driver navigates, your guide will share fascinating stories about the history of the Danube or simply let you enjoy the peace and quiet before our next adventure.
What‘s Included
Private Professional Guide (your storyteller)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Entrance ticket to Klosterneuburg Abbey (Treasury)
Wine tasting at a welcoming family winery
Private transportation
Separate Private Driver (for your safety and comfort)
Gratuities
Lunch
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3 Castles & Wine Private Tour in Wachau Valley (incl. Melk Abbey)
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Reviews
20 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Must Do Experience!
jennhale,,May 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were staying in Vienna but badly wanted to visit the Wachau Valley/Danube River, and Melk Abbey. This tour allowed us to do all of this and more! We even stopped at a local winery and ate lunch with the owner and visited his cellar. Jenny was both knowledgeable and personable and presented the information in an enjoyable manner. The day was organized and flexible enough to ensure our comfort snd enjoyment. My husband who tends to not enjoy tours, said it was the highlight of his trip! Highly recommend Jenny and this fantastic experience!
A Must Do Experience!
Jennifer H,,May 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were staying in Vienna but badly wanted to visit the Wachau Valley/Danube River, and Melk Abbey. This tour allowed us to do all of this and more! We even stopped at a local winery and ate lunch with the owner and visited his cellar. Jenny was both knowledgeable and personable and presented the information in an enjoyable manner. The day was organized and flexible enough to ensure our comfort snd enjoyment. My husband who tends to not enjoy tours, said it was the highlight of his trip! Highly recommend Jenny and this fantastic experience!
Amazing Guides, Amazing Experience
Jessica H,,Apr 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was one of the most spectacular tours I’ve ever experienced. Jenny and Vlad were kind, extremely knowledgeable, and fun! We learned so much and the experience was authentic. We felt like we were with friends and I couldn’t recommend a better company.
Great private tour of wine country and the Danube countryside
Suzy B,,Mar 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Top notch private tour of the Danube wine country with great stops at castles and vineyards. Convenient pick up and return to hotel. Great way to get out of Vienna and see the countryside. Knowledgeable tour guide and her husband (our driver) - highly recommend
Wonderful way to see a bit of the Danube Area around Vienna
gerchard p,,Dec 23, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful time getting out of Vienna and see the area along the Danube. We spent the day with Cozy in a private tour - driver, guide, and us. PIckup and dropoff at our hotel was perfect. The drive was comfortable as well as informative. We received a lesson on the history of the area accompanied by maps and pictures. We drove out the Melk. An amazing monastary/castle. Our guide supplemented the Kelb tour guide with extra details and background. Then drove on to Durnstein. We walked the streets accompanied by our guide again getting a great review of the history of the town. Next was lunch and wine tasting - including a tour of the wine cellar. Loved the food and the variety of wines. Finally we stopped at a castle/cathedral just outside Vienna. it was dark by then and we had the whole area to ourselves. It was a eerie mysterious way to end the day - bringing the history of the area to life. I would recommend using Cozy and look into other tours they conduct. Thanks!
Great day!
Jenn M,,Nov 26, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00A lot of unique history, and great way to see the countryside. Greet wine & lunch at the winemaker’s house. Very intimate experience.
Excellent Experience
Daniel S,,Aug 6, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide, Jenny, and our driver...I wish I could remember his name...were awesome! We were picked up at our hotel on time and immediately taken to the car. For some reason, i thought this was a small group tour...meaning around 8 people. I didn't realize it was a small group of my husband and me. This made the tour all the more special. Jenny took us to three castles / monasteries and provided many interesting details about each of the locations. They were not as "castle-y" as I was hoping, but that did not take away from the impressiveness of each location. After the second stop, we went for lunch and wine tasting in a small village. Jenny knew the owner of the restaurant / winery and our meal was incredible! The wines were even better. We tasted several varieties and even went into the lower cavern to see where all the wines, schnapps, and brandies are made. Needless to say, we bought several bottles of wine. This was certainly one of the best wine tasting tours I have ever experienced.
Best day tour and guide you could ask for
naynay9335,,May 17, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was wonderful. Jenny and her husband went above and beyond to really make this an awesome experience for my wife and I. They were both very knowledgeable, funny, and great at making us feel like we had been friends for a long time. Their itinerary was well crafted and had plenty of variety to see and taste. Highly recommend.
The Best Day
Jessica D,,Apr 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Janny is truly the most knowledgeable! She could answer every historical question. Her itinerary is compelling and beautiful, not to mention her wine connections were superb. We highly recommend this trip!
Absolutely book this tour! 10 out of 10!
LAURA G,,Apr 19, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00This trip was the highlight of our week long trip to Vienna. Jenny (and her very nice husband) arrived with a big smile that never left her face all day! She was not only a fun person to be around but hands down the most knowledgeable tour guide we have ever had. They took us to amazing places, with zero effort on our part. We learned more then we could ever have imagined, took hundreds of amazing pics and were blown away by the stops they chose. We even had the honor of having lunch at a local winery with a welcoming host that made us a fantastic lunch. I highly recommend this tour operator. It's like having a friend show you around!
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