Wachau, Melk Abbey & Salzburg (Sound of Music & UNESCO)
Overview
Embark on a full-day journey through Austria’s stunning landscapes, charming villages, and cultural highlights. This tour blends nature, history, and iconic Sound of Music filming locations.
Start in the picturesque Wachau Valley (UNESCO), known for vineyards and medieval towns.
Visit the Baroque masterpiece Melk Abbey, perched above the Danube.
Nestled in the heart of the Salzkammergut Lake Region within Austria, sits the most idyllic and stunning little village of Hallstatt. It’s surrounded by the clear clean water of the Hallstättersee and the imposing Dachstein mountains, making it one of the most fairy tale looking locations.
Next visit a church in Anger, Germany just across the border near Salzburg , built in 1447 from regular Nagelfluh stone blocks, it features a mix of hall and aisle church design with rib, net, and star vaults.
End in Salzburg, Mozart’s birthplace. See Mirabell Gardens, Mozart’s Birthplace, Getreidegasse, Salzburg Cathedral, Residenzplatz, and Mozartplatz.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Wine tasting in Wachau Valley (optional)
- Public transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- Free time in Traunkirchen, Dürnstein, Salzburg
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Admission to attractions
Meeting and Pickup
Pick-up of guests is from 7:00 to 8:00. Guests will receive specific information about pick-up times the day before.
What To Expect
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Durnstein
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Melk Abbey
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hallstatt
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Anger
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Salzburg
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Unsuitable for children under 4 years
- Unsuitable for people with mobility impairments
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Wachau, Melk Abbey & Salzburg (Sound of Music & UNESCO)?
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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- 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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Bottled water.
- Wine tasting in Wachau Valley (optional).
- Public transportation.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Parking Fees.
- Free time in Traunkirchen, Dürnstein, Salzburg.
- Dinner.
- Lunch.
- Admission to attractions.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 4..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Wachau, Melk Abbey & Salzburg (Sound of Music & UNESCO) is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Wachau, Melk Abbey & Salzburg (Sound of Music & UNESCO) will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Bottled water
- Wine tasting in Wachau Valley (optional)
- Public transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- Free time in Traunkirchen, Dürnstein, Salzburg
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Admission to attractions
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Unsuitable for children under 4 years
- Unsuitable for people with mobility impairments
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
- Operated by a business
