Sightseeing Cruises

Krems & Melk: Wachau Valley Cruise on Danube River

Name: Krems & Melk: Wachau Valley Cruise on Danube River
Start: 2026-08-21T10:15:00
End: 2026-08-21T15:30:00
Location: Krems an der Donau, Austria

Cruise the Danube from Krems to Melk, passing terraced vineyards, medieval castles, and storybook villages in the scenic Wachau Valley.

Live commentary in English and German shares tales of medieval rulers, ruined castles, and wine-growing traditions of the Wachau Valley.

Opt for a round-trip cruise or add a 3-course meal on board for an enhanced Wachau Valley experience.

3 to 5-hr Danube river cruise

English & German-speaking guide

One-way cruise from Krems to Melk (option based)

One-way cruise from Melk to Krems (option based)

Round-trip cruise Krems to Melk & back (option based)

3-course [meal](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/pdfs/bfcec8d6b4a9ee792ce04ae6368e7334-Template - 1 River Afternoon Cruise.pdf) on board (option based)

TOTAL DURATION5 hours 15 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
Timeline
Map
1 Boarding point
Krems an der Donau
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Sights covered
Krems Art Mile
TOTAL DURATION5 hours 15 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
Timeline
Map
1 Boarding point
Melk
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Sights covered
Melk Abbey (Stift Melk)
TOTAL DURATION5 hours 15 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
Timeline
Map
1 Boarding point
Krems an der Donau
Get direction
Sights covered
Krems Art Mile

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.

Dress appropriately for the weather, as parts of the cruise may be outdoors.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed on board for security reasons.

Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.

Smoking is not allowed inside the vessel.

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund..

Children aged 9 and younger can join for free, but must be included in the booking.

Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.

The cruise operates in most weather conditions; in case of severe weather, the provider will inform you of any changes.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.