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Belvedere Palac and Gardens in Vienna

Best of Vienna

City Break & Danube River Cruise

(5 days / 4 nights)

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An introduction to Austria's captivating capital

Experience Vienna's imperial grandeur on this 5-day adventure. Explore the magnificent Schönbrunn and Hofburg palaces, cruise the scenic Danube, and discover Melk Abbey nestled in the Wachau valley. Spend days wandering through Vienna’s world-class museums, admiring its City Hall and exploring landscaped gardens. Take in local culture firsthand as you stroll elegant streets, unwind in cosy cafés, and gaze upon great artworks. With its mix of historic beauty and rich culture, you'll feel both awed and enchanted by Vienna.

5 days / 4 nights

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— Why book with Nordic Visitor

  • Seamless travel experience
  • Handpicked hotels and routes designed by local experts
  • Comprehensive itinerary & regional Travel Guides
  • 24/7 helpline during your tour
  • Service from local travel experts in Europe
  • Great customer reviews
  • Carbon offsetting included

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— Cancellation Protection

  • Rebook your tour on one occasion, or
  • Cancel for any reason and receive a partial refund and travel credit

Terms and conditions apply

Tour Highlights

  • Stroll through Austria’s enchanting capital, Vienna
  • Be awed by the grandeur of Schönbrunn Palace, once home to European emperors
  • Cruise along the River Danube through the beautiful Wachau Valley
  • Admire the elegant Hofburg and Belvedere palaces in Vienna
  • Marvel at the historic Melk Abbey with its stunning baroque details
  • Be inspired at Vienna’s MuseumsQuartier home of over 60 cultural institutions
  • Immerse yourself in Vienna’s beautiful imperial gardens
  • Seamless travel experience with day tours included

Travel style

Independent Train i

Interest

Castles and Royalty i, City Break i, Classic i, Culture and History i, Family i, Havila Cruise i

Season

May - Oct

Departure

Daily

Interest

Castles and Royalty i, City Break i, Classic i, Culture and History i, Family i, Havila Cruise i

Itinerary

A day-by-day plan to guide your journey.

  • Day 1: Welcome to Austria

    Once you’ve arrived in Vienna, Austria’s capital is at your fingertips. Explore this stunning city at your own pace, taking in fascinating history, grand architecture and inviting boutiques.

    Stroll through enchanting streets and stop at one of the many bars and restaurants. Here you’ll find authentic Wiener schnitzel, best paired with a stein of local beer.

    Make time to see Vienna City Hall, home of the local government, and the Vienna State Opera, where you may want to book tickets for a show for a truly immersive visit.

    Wind down with a nightcap in one of Vienna’s chic bars before making your way back for a well-earned rest.

    Spend the night in Vienna.

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  • Day 2: Explore Vienna

    Today is all about exploring the cultural and historical sights of Austria’s capital.

    Stroll down the iconic Ringstrasse, a series of wide streets with elegant architecture that encircle Vienna’s old centre (“Innere Stadt”). There are several landmarks along this route, like the beautiful St. Stephen’s Cathedral with its gothic spires and multi-coloured roof.

    Vienna’s history as the home of powerful ruling families means it's a city bursting with spectacular royal palaces. The most famous is Schönbrunn, a lavish abode with over 1,400 rooms.

    Be sure to also save some time to visit grand Hofburg, once a winter residence for kings and queens, and Belvedere, where an extensive art collection is on display.

    Spend another night in Vienna.

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  • Day 3: Danube River Cruise & Wachau Valley

    Today, you’ll embark on an unforgettable day cruise along the River Danube through the stunning Wachau Valley. Aboard your sleek river boat, you’ll discover charming villages, dramatic landscapes and fascinating heritage.

    In Dürnstein, explore the medieval prison that once held Richard the Lionheart. Then, admire stunning vineyard views surrounding the market town of Spitz. After arriving in Melk, you’ll take a guided tour of the breathtaking Melk Abbey, a Baroque masterpiece.

    The tour departs and returns to Vienna by private bus.

    Spend another night in Vienna.

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  • Day 4: Discovering Vienna’s museums

    Today is yours to explore. You might choose to explore Vienna's vibrant MuseumsQuartier, one of the world's largest cultural districts.

    Choose from over 60 institutions, including the Leopold Museum and the mumok modern art museum. The beautiful central courtyard of this district is a great stop for relaxation and people-watching. If ancient history and nature are more your thing, you may choose to visit the Natural History and Kunsthistorisches museums.

    Or — Fancy exploring little further afield and ticking Slovakia off your travel wish list? Book onto an optional day trip to Bratislava.

    Spend another night in Vienna.

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  • Day 5: Departure from Vienna

    Today, your Viennese adventure comes to an end. If your flight is scheduled for later in the day, you might want to spend the morning exploring some more of Vienna.

    Make sure to visit the iconic Belvedere Palace, where Viennese history comes alive.

    This is your last chance to grab souvenirs or indulge in a local sweet treat. Try a Sachertorte (a delicate chocolate and apricot cake) at one of the city’s famous coffee houses.

    You could take the train to the airport for your departure flight. Or to put your mind at ease, your travel consultant can arrange a private transfer direct from your accommodation.

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Optional extras

We recommend adding your extra activities to the tour now for the best booking experience and to secure your spot, as activities are likely to sell out.

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5 days / 4 nights

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Essential information

Everything you need to know about this tour before you book

We recommend that you read carefully through the following information before booking this independent tour in Europe. We’ve answered the most frequently asked questions here so you know what to expect. You’ll also find more practical advice and attraction recommendations in our online Travel Guide for Austria.

On a multi-day tour, Nordic Visitor books your accommodation and excursions for a self-guided travel experience. That means you’ll enjoy some free time to explore on your own as well as planned, guided day tours.

Each activity is run by a different tour operator, so you’ll get to meet a few local guides throughout your trip.

Rest assured that Nordic Visitor only works with a small number of handpicked suppliers that meet our high standards. The activities you’ll participate in are all extremely well rated, so you’re sure to have a memorable time.

We’re with you every step of the way. On arrival, you’ll receive personalised information, including an itinerary and our very own Travel Guide. Plus, you’ll have access to our 24/7 helpline during your trip should you need to contact us.

During your tour of the Alps, you’ll stay in accommodation hand-picked by our local travel experts. We’ve partnered with local businesses and selected hotels, B&Bs and guesthouses based on excellent ratings, comfort and personal experience.

Across the Alps region, you can choose from single, double or triple rooms. Please also note that in the countries you’ll be visiting, room types are based on European standard sizes, which means they are smaller than in North America.

For example, a double bed often consists of 2 single beds pushed together. Twin rooms are 2 separate single beds. Triple rooms include a double bed along with an extra bed, rollaway or sofa bed. And single rooms are often smaller than the standard double.

Your transfers are not included between your accommodation and tour meeting locations. That said, Vienna is a very walkable city. Or, you could decide to take public transport or book a taxi.

During your visit to Austria, you may travel to both lowland and high-altitude regions.

In higher mountain villages, average daily temperatures in summer are between 12°C – 26°C (54°F – 79°F). In lower-altitude towns and cities, close to lakes and at the foot of the mountains, temperatures in the summer months can reach 17°C – 28°C (63°F – 83°F).

While Austria can often be sunny, it doesn’t guarantee there won’t be any rain on your trip! And you’ll need to be prepared for chillier weather if you’re boarding mountain gondolas.

As you’ll be spending a lot of time outdoors, it’s a good idea to come prepared for a combination of weather conditions.

Here is a recommended packing list for a summer trip:

  • A warm jumper or fleece
  • A waterproof jacket
  • Hiking clothes and good walking shoes or boots
  • Light scarf or thin jumper
  • An umbrella
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Lip balm and moisturiser
  • Sunglasses, sunscreen and a sunhat

There are limited laundry facilities in the countryside, though you’ll find laundrettes in the larger cities and towns. Some hotels do offer dry cleaning for an additional cost.

It’s good to be aware that you may require different currencies during your Alps and Europe trip. Germany, Austria and Italy have the Euro (€) as their local currency.

That said, Switzerland and Liechtenstein both have the Swiss franc (CHF, ₣) as their currency, Czech Republic has Czech koruna (CZK) and Hungary has Hungarian Forint (HUF Ft).

In Germany, Switzerland and Austria tipping is not mandatory, but welcomed. It is usually based on the quality of service. Locals often add around 10% or simply round up their bill.

Yes, you can customise this tour online. During the booking process, you can add extra nights to your itinerary as well as optional day trips, excursions and upgrades. 

If you have something specific in mind, please let your travel consultant know at the time of booking. They'll see what they can do to accommodate you. 

By booking with Nordic Visitor, you’ll have peace of mind knowing that there’s always someone there for you throughout your trip.

For support and advice during the day, you can call our office. And if anything unexpected happens outside working hours, you can reach us on our 24/7 helpline.

During your tour, there will always be a regional travel expert on call to handle any unforeseen situations, such as unusual weather or events.

You’ll be spending time in a few different regions on your tour. All of these are part of the Schengen area, which is a zone of free movement. The European countries that are part of Schengen are:

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.

If you are visiting from Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia or another EU state, you won’t need a visa for short-term travel (less than 90 days) to a Schengen area country.

Visiting from another country? Please look up the official websites of the Nordic Visitor destinations you’ll be visiting. On them you’ll find the complete lists of countries whose nationals require visas to enter. You’ll need to apply for a Schengen visa via the country where you will be spending the most time.

Good to know: Liechtenstein does not issue visas. If you enter via Switzerland, you’ll see there is no border control. The same visa requirements apply between both countries.

Your passport needs to be valid for the entirety of your stay in Europe, and for at least 6 months after your departure date. It’s a good idea to check your passport expiry date early in case you need to renew it.

It’s best to book as soon as you can to secure your preferred travel dates. Once you have picked your tour, check the availability calendar to see which months are open for booking. Then, select the date you want and complete your booking. 

Nordic Visitor offers 10–20% deposits so you can reserve your trip as early as it’s convenient for you. The remaining balance is due 30 days before you travel. 

Many tours are also open for the following year if you like to plan well ahead. And if you have any questions or need advice, you can always contact us. 

After booking your tour package online, you will be contacted within 2 business days by your own dedicated travel consultant. They will be your point of contact for all your travel needs before, during and even after your trip. 

At that time, they’ll confirm the availability of your tour. Then the booking process starts, which may take a few weeks. Once this is done, your travel consultant will provide you with all the details of your trip. You will also receive more information about what to expect during your trip.

No need! Nordic Visitor is already working on offsetting the estimated carbon footprint of your package. We’ve partnered with an environmental fund in Iceland to carbon offset all our tours.

Carbon offsetting your international flights is not included, but we highly recommend you look into possibilities with your airline or directly through a local environment fund. 

After you have booked your tour, it will only take a few days to confirm its availability. But it may take a few weeks to create your itinerary and book everything. Once your trip details are finalised, we’ll send you e-copies of your travel documents. 

After picking up your luggage, make your way to your accommodation. You can catch the City Airport Train (CAT) that will take you directly to Vienna in 16 minutes, with departures every 30 minutes between 6AM and midnight. There are also bus services or alternatively, you can catch a taxi.

Check-in times vary between hotels and guesthouses, but it normally starts between 2–4 PM.

You are welcome to request an early check-in for an additional fee, this will depend on the accommodation. You’ll be able to store your luggage at the hotel until check-in. Please contact your travel consultant well in advance of your trip if you’d like an early check-in.

When you depart may depend on the time of your return flight. Check out early if you’re heading to the airport for a morning flight. On the other hand, if you’re flying home later in the day, you might like to enjoy a leisurely day or visit one more attraction.

You will need to check out from your room, but will be able to store your luggage at the hotel reception. Simply return later to collect your bags before catching your transfer to the airport.

All bookings are billed in Euros (EUR), the local currency in Germany, Italy and Austria.

Prices displayed in other currencies are indicative only and based on the daily exchange rate. This means conversions from EUR to other currencies will fluctuate from day to day.

Accommodation

Sleep soundly, in the accommodation type of your choice, and wake up ready to enjoy another day of exploration.

Comfort Plus

In this category, you can expect standard rooms in good quality 3-star guesthouses or country hotels.

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Superior

In this category, you can expect standard rooms in 4-star hotels or boutique guesthouses.

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