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Private Tour of Melk Abbey from Vienna by Car

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7 to 9 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Discover the secrets of Melk Abbey, its rich history, Baroque interiors & the famous library with a licensed Private Guide. Explore art, culture & nature. Includes tickets & private transfers from Vienna. Extended option: the Danube River cruise.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:

7-hour: Melk Abbey Tour
Take a guided tour of the Melk Abbey with a Licensed Guide. Includes private car transfers from Vienna.

9-hour: Melk Abbey Tour & Danube River Cruise
Take a guided tour of the Melk Abbey with a Licensed Guide, who is fluent in the language of your choice. Includes tickets for the Danube River Cruise & private car transfers from Vienna.

Join a Licensed Guide on a private tour of Melk Abbey & learn why it has been a spiritual & cultural center of Lower Austria for over 900 years. The abbey can be easily reached from Vienna thanks to a round-trip transfer direct from your accommodation in a private car instead of coach.

What's Included

  • Entrance fee to Melk Abbey, including Abbey Park
  • - (number of attractions depends on the option selected)
  • Private Tour of Melk Abbey from Vienna by Car with the Danube River Cruise -
  • Guide during the transfers and cruise
  • Lunch (optional)
  • Tickets for a 1,5-hour Danube River cruise with audio guide (in 7-hour option)
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Meeting and Pickup

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What To Expect

Vienna

Pick up at your accommodation in Vienna. Your Private Guide will be waiting for you in Krems, and drive you back to your accommodation in Vienna.
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5 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Wachau Cultural Landscape

Traveling by private car will be comfortable and filled with amazing views of the Danube and the Wachau Cultural Landscape.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Melk

Upon arrival in Melk, a Local Guide will take you on a private tour of the historic abbey. Experience true High Baroque, discover medieval treasures, and immerse yourself in tales of the Benedictine monks as you explore the 18th century complex.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Melk Abbey

You will see the Imperial Staircase and Corridor, Marble Hall, Abbey Museum, Abbey Church and the famous Library with countless medieval manuscripts. Every corner will astonish you with its beauty, from stunning frescoes to gilded details, and the view of the valley from the terrace will be amazing. After the guided tour there will be free time, so you can have lunch, visit the Northern Bastion or explore the beautiful abbey park.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Danube River

To enrich your experience with a sightseeing cruise along the Danube River. This option includes tickets for a 1,5-hour cruise from Melk to Krems aboard the modern MS Austria. Along the way you will see Schloss Schönbühel, Abbey Schönbühel, blue church tower and other highlights of the Wachau Cultural Landscape, and discover interesting facts about this region. thanks to the audio guide. Enjoy the views and visit the cruise restaurant to see what delicious food and wine are on the menu.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
  • Please note that the number of attractions depends on the option selected. The Danube River Cruise is not included in the 7-hour option.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour of Melk Abbey from Vienna by Car?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Entrance fee to Melk Abbey, including Abbey Park
  • - (number of attractions depends on the option selected)
  • Private Tour of Melk Abbey from Vienna by Car with the Danube River Cruise -
  • Private car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Vienna
  • Tickets for a 1,5-hour Danube River cruise with audio guide (9-hour option only)
  • Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice (in Melk Abbey only)
  • Guide during the transfers and cruise
  • Lunch (optional)
  • Tickets for a 1,5-hour Danube River cruise with audio guide (in 7-hour option)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
  • Please note that the number of attractions depends on the option selected. The Danube River Cruise is not included in the 7-hour option.
  • The guided tour only covers Melk Abbey. During transfers, a German and English speaking driver will be able to respond to your inquiries. If you book the cruise option, an English and German audio guide available on board.
  • Abbey Park is open for visitors from April to October.
  • Lunch can be arranged upon request.
  • We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for groups of 1-4 people, and in a larger van or minibus for groups of 5 people and more. If you're traveling in a smaller group but want to travel in a more spacious car, we recommend booking a 5-people tour to take advantage of a larger vehicle.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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