Austria · DAY TRIPS IN VIENNA
Good day trips in Vienna fill up weeks ahead and the best ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes, and how they actually differ.
Vienna to Hallstatt day trip through UNESCO Salzkammergut, Schloss Ort bridge photos, and optional lake boat ride when Skywalk is closed.
“We had a very nice day! Our guide, Sophia was very helpful and polite. The driver was also very good! Hallstatt was so beautiful!”
Danube Valley day trip from Vienna through Wachau UNESCO, optional Danube boat to Melk, and a visit to baroque Melk Abbey.
“Waste of time and money. Guide wasn't pleasant, too much free time, they probably wanted us to spend time on the boat restaurante instead enjoying the river, towns was nice”
Vienna to Hallstatt in one day with guided Salzkammergut stops, Seeschloss Ort photo time, Skywalk tickets, and a lake boat option.
“I really enjoyed the day trip to Halstatt, it was a comfortable ride despite being a long day, Halstatt was amazing even though the weather was a little gloomy, Sophie our host & guide did a great job of keeping us well informed, educated and entertained :)”
A 13-hour Vienna day trip pairing Wachau Valley, Melk Abbey, Hallstatt, Salzburg, and Alpine lakes, with guided time for the big hits.
“I think the trip was amazing, there are places that I had wished we could have stayed a bit longer but I do realise that because it’s winter season daylight is shorter. Lily, I think this is the name of our tour guide, she’s very good and knowledgeable so as the guide in our trip to Salzburg. All in all it was a great experience that I would highly recommended to tourist visiting Vienna. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻”
Vienna to Hallstatt by modern coach, with a Hallstätter See boat ride and UNESCO salt-mining stories. 13 hours, includes guide and photos.
“The detailed explanation by guide was good with nice humour mixed in.”
Salzburg day trip from Vienna with guided Old Town walk, Mozart stops, Mirabell Sound of Music sights, plus scenic coach views and round-trip transport.
“Salzburg is a lovely place with lots to see and this trip does well in maximising the time spent there. The guide enhanced it with her charm and informative commentary.”
Budapest in one day from Vienna, with pickup, coach sightseeing of UNESCO sights, and several hours to explore plus Gellért Hill views.
“The guide that travelled on the bus from Vienna provided a wealth of information, and was amazing! Sadly the two guides that came onboard when we got to Budapest (one for English and the other for Spanish) didn’t seem on one accord. They shared one microphone and didn’t seem to be in unison. I felt like they wasted my time and couldn’t wait to get off the bus to explore on my own!”
Vienna to Salzburg day trip with Salzkammergut lakeside stops, UNESCO Old Town walk, Sound of Music sites, and Hohensalzburg Fortress views.
“We spent a lot of time on the bus but it’s a comfortable long drive to Salzburg! The guide was giving very good amount of information about Austria and Salzburg. We had approx 2 hrs to walk around the town before heading back. Recommended the trip!”
Small-group Budapest day trip from Vienna with hotel pickup, minivan transfer, panoramic Buda viewpoints, Pest highlights, and guided stories.
“Marcus was great. The view from Gellert Hill was spectacular. Castle city was amazing. Lots of great sites. Lots of free time.”
Small-group Hallstatt day trip from Vienna with hotel pickup, scenic lake stops, and a guided walk plus free time in town.
“Hallstatt is a very beautiful town. The day was long but so worth it. And stops on the way were awesome. Glad l went with small group. Only down side was the commentary on the way could have been a bit more informative. Also the driver needs to slow down, he drove way too aggressive and drove too fast also constantly changing lanes. Did not feel safe at all. Glad l was tired on the way back and went to sleep, so didn’t have the same experience as on the way there.”
From Vienna, spend 3 hours in Hallstatt and snap views at Schloss Ort wedding bridge. Guided coach trip through Salzkammergut lakes.
“It was a very nice experience.Our guide Sofia was excellent! she was very helpful and willing to enhance our trip with details about the country and the places also. I would do it again for sure”
Small-group Salzburg day trip from Vienna with Lake Attersee, St. Gilgen, and Sound of Music filming stops, plus a UNESCO Old Town walk.
“Great picture stops enroute, driver/guide was professional, courteous and knowledgeable, the city is pedestrian friendly and there was tons to see... Very leisurely”
Full-day Alps coach trip from Vienna to Admont Abbey and Hallstatt, with guided walks, a library visit, and big mountain views.
“Beautiful, amazing trip. Guide was absolutely lovely. Highly recommend 5*”
Vienna to Hallstatt day trip with a guided walk, lake boat ride (Apr-Oct) or ossuary (Nov-Mar), plus free time in town.
“The tour guide was really nice. The trip was lovely. Even though it was raining heavily we fully enjoyed the trip”
Small-group Salzburg day trip from Vienna with lake-country stops, St Gilgen at Wolfgangsee, Mozart sights, Mirabell, and Trapp connections.
“Perfect trip to Salzburg! The guide was very accommodating, helpful and friendly. There was plenty of free time in town to have lunch (unlike on other trips we went to). We also had time to do some shopping and go to the hotel Sacher and enjoy their famous dessert! Travelling as a small group in a mini van is definitely worth it!”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
