Overview

8 Day World Heritage Trail Wachau

Wine and Culture on Beautiful Blue Danube.

Here in the Wachau area the Danube is even more beautiful than anywhere else. The mild climate and steep hills make it ideal territory for orchards and vineyards. Our hiking week leads thought the long-distance trail “World Heritage Trail Wachau” along the ridges of the Danube valley. On the varied walking routes you can enjoy magnificent views of one of Austria’s oldest cultural landscapes with characteristic vineyards, apricot gardens and the impressive Danube stream in the valley. A varied walking tour leads past steep rocks, across soft hills and through aromatic vineyards. Little hamlets dot the landscape and apart from the famous wine, delicious apricot delicacies belong to the outstanding regional specialities.

Characteristics of the route

You walk mainly on well maintained trails and some paved vineyard paths. Depending on the route, you can make the stages more comfortable or more challenging. The peaks in the Wachau region are not high, but steep in places. Surefootedness therefore is required in some places. This week offers a perfect blend of nature, culture and culinary delights.

Seasons

Low: 06/04/19 to 28/04/19 and 19/08/19 to 08/09/19 – €529

Mid: 03/06/19 to 30/06/19 and 09/09/19 to 22/09/19 – €579

High: 29/04/19 to 02/06/19 and 01/07/19 to 18/08/19 and 23/09/19 to 12/10/19 – €629

Surcharge single room: €172

Highlights

Amazing scenery
Moderate and challenging walks
Traditional local cuisine
Idyllic vineyard walking tours

What's Included

7 nights 3-star Hotel
7 nights accommodation
Luggage Transfer
2 boat cruises
Wine tasting
Detailed travel and tour documents

Itinerary

Accommodation & Meals

7 nights accommodation

Inclusions

7 overnight stays as stated, breakfast included
Luggage transfer
Boat cruise from Melk to Krems, 8-day tour*
Boat cruise from Spitz to Krems, 5-day tour*
Wine tasting (German, English)
Carefully elaborated route description
Detailed travel and tour documents 1x per room (German, English, French)
GPS-data available
Service hotline

At A Glance

8 days

FAQs

How does the booking process work?

We require a 20% deposit to start booking all the individual elements of your trip, which is payable over the phone or online (the full balance is due 6 weeks prior to departure, so if you book less than 6 weeks in advance your deposit will be the full tour cost). Every trip is tailor made just for you, so we confirm availability individually and book all your accommodation and options, then send you final confirmation as soon as everything is confirmed (usually max 5 working days).
How fit do I need to be?

It really depends on the trip. We offer quite a variety of holiday grades to help you select the right level of activity. Always be honest with yourself about your abilities, and always do some training in the run up to your trip. You'd be surprised at what you can achieve, especially going at your own pace on one of our independent adventures. Your specialist is the best person to ask for advice on a specific trip. The active kind of holiday offers rewards like no other.
How does baggage transfer work?

Many of our trips come with baggage transfer included (some have optional baggage transfer, and on very few remote trips baggage transfer is unavailable, but do check the exact tour inclusions). You will drop overnight bags (one per person) by an allotted time each morning in a designated area in your hotel or B&B. This leaves you free to walk unencumbered, with only your day pack of essentials. Your baggage will be transferred to your next night's accommodation, and will usually arrive before you do!

8 Day World Heritage Trail Wachau

Overview

8 Day World Heritage Trail Wachau

Wine and Culture on Beautiful Blue Danube.

Characteristics of the route

Seasons

Highlights

What's Included

Itinerary

Accommodation & Meals

Inclusions

At A Glance

FAQs

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