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The 10 Best Cultural Tours in Lower Austria, Austria
Lower Austria (German: Niederösterreich, pronounced [ˈniːdɐˌʔøːstɐʀaɪ̯ç] ( listen); Czech: Dolní Rakousy; Slovak: Dolné Rakúsko) is the northeasternmost state of the nine states in Austria. The capital of Lower Austria since 1986 is Sankt Pölten, the most recently designated capital town in Austria. The capital of Lower Austria had formerly been Vienna, even though Vienna has not officially been part of Lower Austria since 1921. With a land area of 19,186 km (7,408 sq mi) and a population of 1.612 million people, it is the largest state in Austria, and in terms of population second only to the federal state of Vienna.
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1. Private Danube Valley Tour from Vienna including Skip-the-Line to Melk Abbey
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Discover the famous danube valley with us – the Unesco World Heritage site is only an hour away from Vienna! Private tour of the world-famous Melk Abbey and Danube river-cruise included!
Inclusions: Private Tour, Local expert guide, Personalized Service, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Admission to Melk Abbey, Private Guide at Melk Abbey, 1.5h Danube River cruise
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By angelacQ4101TK
I met our guide at Tourist Info Wien (right off the U1 line at Karlsplatz stop). He explained a lot of helpful history to us on the ride over and then had us watch a short documentary of the concentration camp on iPads in the van which was very wise. We got to Mauthausen with a greater and more In-depth understanding of what took place there which made our visit more meaningful. When we arrived we were given audio guides and a map and allowed to wander the camp and it’s museum on our own for a few hours before reconvening. It was pretty desolate aside from a few school groups visiting. Our tour guide was great and even drove us down into the granite quarry so that we could see it up close. We went to lunch at a nice but casual sit down restaurant that served Austrian cuisine. Overall worth the money and I highly recommend this tour.
2. Small-Group Day Trip from Vienna to Cesky Krumlov
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Take a time travel adventure back to the Middle Ages and visit Cesky Krumlov on a full-day small-group tour.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By sumeda2018
We never got to take the day trip to Austria tour we prepaid for last summer due to the pandemic. Sure it would’ve been nice. I was, however, frustrated about the refund policy! Not only was the company a stickler about not giving us a full refund (though it was not our choice to cancel), they would only issue the refund through Pay Pal which charged us an additional international fee! What a rip off! Very disappointed at their overall lack of flexibility. Consumer beware!!
3. Private Tour of Melk Hallstatt and Salzburg from Vienna - Sound of Music
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
This is a great way to discover all the jewels of Lower Austria in just one beautiful day. We have created a unique personalized itinerary for you to see all the Highlights of this area. You will have a Vienna hotel pick up and drop off, see the Sound of Music filming locations, picturesque Hallstattt, Melk Abbey and Mozart´s birthplace Salzburg.
Inclusions: luxury vehicle transportation, Hotel pickup and drop-off or Vienna airport, Tailor made itinerary - fully flexible, Transport by private vehicle/ including all road tolls, parking fees etc., Professional English speaking driver at your full day disposal
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By Kathy H
Luba is an excellent guide with good stories and interesting facts. She also gave good recommendations for the best gelato and restaurants after the tour.
4. Classic Vienna City Tour Vienna & Eckartsau palace
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
A perfect beginning for your stay in Vienna. You will get to all the main sights in Vienna and your most entertaining local certified tour guide will tell you everything about Viennas past and todays life. Learn about the Habsburgs and their extensive imperial residences, see our world famous attractions, like Heldenplatz, Belvedere palace, Prater & more and finally enjoy a glass of typical Viennese vine. After lunch we will go on to explore the Habsburgs last home in Austria called Eckartsau. Far away from mass tourism, something really special. Recommended for visitors, which try to discover something very special.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan or Limo, Bottled water, 2-course lunch
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By MartinaB3615
Peter was an excelent guide! We booked him for a private tour through Vienna, as we had a meeting here. It was funny and very interesting. We told him where to pick us up and where to bring us - this went perfectly. We booked a 2 Hours tour and to be honest - it could have taken longer :) Even if you live in Vienna for years - Peter will show you a complete different site of this city. We are very happy and can only say: This was the best sightseeing tour we've ever had. Thank you Peter! We wish you all the best! Martina & Company
5. Private Tour: Wachau Valley Tour, Melk Abbey Visit, and Wine Tastings from Vienna
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 33 reviews
Explore Wachau Valley, Austria’s premier winemaking region, on a full-day tour with a private guide! After leaving Vienna, travel into the heart of the romantic region and enjoy two wine tastings. Sip on light Wachau Valley wines, and then visit the UNESCO-listed town of Dürnstein to sample locally produced schnapps, chocolate and more. If your tour takes place in the summer, you'll then enjoy a Danube River cruise to Melk; alternatively, if you travel in the winter months, enjoy a long lunch at a wine tavern. Your day finishes with a trip to Melk’s impressive Benedictine monastery – Melk Abbey – before returning to Vienna.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private minivan, Private guide, 1 wine tasting, 1-hour River Cruise on the Danube (Summer only:May 1 - October 5), Lunch (Winter only: October 6 - April 30), Entry / admission to Melk Abbey
Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch in Summer (May 1 - October 5)
Reviewed By Doctor U
Very good experience, all the burocracy was done in a few minutes, the bike was ready in 2 minutes. Very good bike, with all the safety and emergency kit. the trip was done in 5 days and i have had the opportunity to use the bike also in Budpaest. Zelijka was super nice, we have had a nice chat when I gave back the bike at the store in Budapest. So, what can I say, they are a good choice if you need a Bike for a tour on the Danube bike way.
6. Private tour of Melk, Hallstatt and Salzburg from Vienna
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Get to know Lower Austria and explore three historic cities with a private and knowledgeable driver on a full day tour of Melk, Hallstatt and Salzburg. Save your money and enjoy flexibility of tailor made itinerary as per your request. Explore Benedictine Abbey, admire beautiful villages, visit Mozart’s birth place and see the famous Lake District.
Inclusions: Transportation with air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pick up and drop-off, Professional English speaking driver at your full day disposal, Tailor made itinerary, Return to your hotel/accommodation in Vienna
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Lijraj
The guide was very friendly and answered all of the tour's questions. She was very knowledgeable about Bratislava's history and recommended some traditional food as well as a few local cafes and restaurants (we followed her guide and we loved the food, of course). The driver was also outgoing and seemed interested in Malta's culture, cuisine and lifestyle. We also had a change to stop by the palace on the other side of the road to see the beauty of Bratislava from a panoramic vantage point. I recommend spending 20-25 minutes here to take some photos. Overall I highly recommend this day trip if you have a free day in Vienna. You will probably feel quite tired after the excursion, so you can ask the driver to drop you by Stadpark for a superb end to your day. FYI: The driver will pick you up at your accomodation and will drop you off wherever you want in Vienna (which is a bonus). Thank you to the organizers and all of the staff involved!
7. Melk Abbey and Danube Valley Day Trip from Vienna
Overall Ratings
4.1 based on 1,262 reviews
This day trip takes you from Vienna to the Wachau, a picturesque valley along the Danube. You will see many medieval castles, grand monasteries and a breathtaking landscape. Passing the small town of Krems and the ruins of Dürnstein castle, we continue to the village of Spitz on the Danube river. From here you will have an impressive boat trip on the Danube to Melk (only in summer). You will have a lunch & walking tour through Krems or Dürnstein (winter) The Highlight will be the guided tour through the magnificent Benedictine Abbey. All the tours will be carried out in small groups with all the necessary COVID-19 health and safety measures.
Inclusions: Bus trip in a modern coach from Vienna to the Danube Valley, Lunch & walking tour through Krems or Dürnstein (winter), Boat tour (summer), Admission Melk Abbey
Exclusions: Food and drinks (summer), Boat ride (winter)
Reviewed By 302gis
The bus left on time, the tour guide was very informative and polite! The trip in Halstatt was well planned and the boat tour was a wonderful way to see the city in the most spectacular way possible! The bus was comfortable and the time off on the city by ourselves was a wonderful way to visit this small city in our own pace. It's a great way to visit Halstatt in a day trip with lots of background historical information on the city!!
8. Walking Tour of Brandenburg an der Havel
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
Start Time: 09:00 Start point: Hotel lobby or Airport terminal Duration of the tour: 6 hours Tour escorted by tour assistant local guide (English Speaking) You can expect your local guide to have a good overall knowledge of the city sights but if you require exceptionally in-depth commentary on a particular attraction, this may not be possible Brandenburg City an der Havel From lofty heights: The new city of Brandenburg an der Havel fascinates - surrounded by water - visitors and locals alike. Tour Highlights: • We will take the regional train from Berlin to Brandenburg City (about one hour) • Walking tour in Brandenburg for about 4 hours • Old Town Hall with Roland • Paulikloster with Brandenburg State Museum • Cathedral to Brandenburg • St. Catherine's Church • City wall with its gate towers • On the return we will take the train back to Berlin (about one hour)
Inclusions: Local tour assistant and train ticket with public transportation in Brandenburg
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By NadjaB151
It was great expirience Doha cultural City Tour with Sharif Massouh. High level hostility aknowledge and impressive things to see. I will remember zhis and cime back with my friends.
9. Full Day Trip to Salzburg from Vienna with Salzkammergut lakes and Melk visit
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 2 reviews
Explore Salzburg, birth place of Mozart, with full day trip from Vienna. You will visit Salzburg’s most famous sights such as Old Town, and of course, famous locations from the classic “The Sound of Music” musical. Accompanied by a local guide, discover stories and legends about Salzburg. Available as Coach and Small group tour.
Inclusions: Transportation with air-conditioned vehicle (coach, car or vehicle), Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Professional and knowledgeable English speaking driver/guide, Return to your hotel/accommodation in Vienna, Visit to the famous city of Melk, Stop at Mondsee for a perfect foto opportunity
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Lijraj
The guide was very friendly and answered all of the tour's questions. She was very knowledgeable about Bratislava's history and recommended some traditional food as well as a few local cafes and restaurants (we followed her guide and we loved the food, of course). The driver was also outgoing and seemed interested in Malta's culture, cuisine and lifestyle. We also had a change to stop by the palace on the other side of the road to see the beauty of Bratislava from a panoramic vantage point. I recommend spending 20-25 minutes here to take some photos. Overall I highly recommend this day trip if you have a free day in Vienna. You will probably feel quite tired after the excursion, so you can ask the driver to drop you by Stadpark for a superb end to your day. FYI: The driver will pick you up at your accomodation and will drop you off wherever you want in Vienna (which is a bonus). Thank you to the organizers and all of the staff involved!
10. 10 days private sightseeing tour from Budapest to Prague
Enjoy 10 days private sightseeing tour from Budapest to Prague. Day 1 departure from Budapest to Bratislava with optional stop in Györ Day 2 departure from Bratislava to Vienna Day 3 free time in Vienna Day 4 departure time from Vienna to Hallstatt with optional stops at Durnstein and at the Melk Abbey Day 5 free time in Hallstatt Day 6 departure from Hallstatt to Salzburg with optional stop at Sankt Wolfgang Day 7 free time in Salzburg Day 8 departure from Salzburg to Cesky Krumlov with optional stops at the Rosenberg castle and Linz Day 9 free time in Cesky Krumlov Day 10 departure from Cesky Krumlov to Prague with optional stops at Regional capitol Česke Budejovice and Hluboká castle
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Door to door service, Transport between all the places, Bottle of water for each person, English speaking drivers
Exclusions: Accommodation, Meal and drinks, Entrance fees, Guide, Gratitues ( optional )
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