Vienna: Wachau Valley Private Kayak and Wine Tour – Lower Austria, Austria

EXPERIENCE:

Explore the natural beauty of Wachau Valley as you travel by kayak along the Danube on a private tour. See the incredible scenery, enjoy a delicious tasting of local wine, explore picturesque Durnstein, have a tasty lunch, and more.

We’ll pick you up from your hotel in Vienna at around 8am, or if you’re already staying in the Wachau, we’ll pick you up there at 9am. After a safety briefing & equipment check, we launch close to Melk, home of the world famous baroque abbey.

It’s then time to travel by kayak along the Western Wachau, where the hills are carpeted in trees with castles and palaces sitting atop many of the valley’s highest peaks. You’ll be in awe of the valley’s natural beauty from your position in the heart of the Danube.

The charming village of Spitz, approximately halfway through the valley, marks the beginning of the wine region. Noted for its dry Rieslings, Austria’s signature Gruner Veltliner, and the wonderfully unique and earthy Neuburger, visit one of the town’s finest local producers for an extensive tasting, before lunch (own expense) in a local hamlet.

After this, paddle further east and see the steep valley landscape transform into visually stunning rows of dry stone walls and vines, separated into hundreds of individual vineyard plots.

End the journey in picturesque Durnstein, the gem of the valley. You can climb the famous castle ruins or wander through the village, taking in its old-world medieval charm.

After a full day of activity, arrive back in Vienna around 7 PM, although the precise time of arrival will depend on our progress over the course of the day – you won’t want to rush through the beautiful nature.
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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Feast your eyes on the incredible beauty of the Wachau on a guided kayak tour
Taste the specialities of the valley, including Riesling and Gruner Veltliner
Enjoy epic natural landscapes, medieval ruins, vineyards, and pretty villages
Tour entirely at your group’s pace with a dedicated guide & wine expert
Climb the ruins of Durnstein castle or explore the village’s old world charm

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