Austria · BOAT TRIPS IN VIENNA
Austria fills a diary faster than most countries manage. These 15 boat trips in Vienna are the ones that repay the slot, with prices and timings so the choice takes minutes.
Vienna canal cruise with optional lunch, city views, onboard commentary, fresh schnitzel, and practical tips for a relaxed 75-minute outing.
“very nice activity, we had a lot of sun, so nice with the breeze.”
Cruise Vienna’s Danube Canal for 75 minutes with city views, optional apple strudel and hot drink, plus Heidi Horten Collection tickets.
“Pleasant relaxing afternoon, the Apple strudel and hot chocolate was delicious, boat was beautifully decorated for Christmas and very clean, with friendly efficient staff.”
Review the Vienna 3-course dinner cruise, with sunset views, Danube canal scenery, menu details, costs, timing, and practical booking tips.
“The boat left 30 minutes late, due to waiting for a large group However, they did not give us an extra 30 minutes to make up for the time we were sitting at the dock So we did not get long on the Danube river, which was disappointing”
Explore Austria’s Wachau Valley from Vienna by bus and summer boat, with time in Krems, Dürnstein, Melk, and its grand abbey.
“Great trip full of wonderful surprises! Our guide Tommy was very nice and helpful and the driver Mohammed was very professional also. I loved Dürnstein and Melk and particularly the boat ride with many interesting sites on the way - there were announcements on the boat in German and English for every place of interest. Highly recommended!”
Review the Vienna to Bratislava day trip, with guided old town touring, free time, and a scenic Twin City Liner return.
“Perfect communication prior to the day spelling out the meeting point. Bus ride smooth; our tour guide was knowledgeable and kept us going at a decent pace. Some confusing logistics around the add on experience regarding the castle experience. Personally, no need you can easily walk there. The day was a bit hot; plenty of time to visit and take breaks at the numerous cafes. Boat ride back was fine; an option bus ride would be a better choice.”
Review of the 13-hour Vienna to Hallstatt day trip, with Skywalk, castle bridge, scenic stops, guide tips, boat option, and honest drawbacks.
“We had a great tour and great experience @Hallstatt! Thank you so much Viator Dasha our guide es muy amable and very aproachable”
Review the Vienna evening Danube cruise, with sunset views, onboard dining, practical tips, drawbacks, and advice on who should book.
“We purchased our tickets on-line almost a week before and on the day of the trip were at the gate an hour before departure. When the gate opened and were going to board the ship we were told that we need to have printed tickets. So we had to go to the ticket office (accessed via a flight of steps near the gate) and have these printed. Meanwhile we ended up at the end of the line. This shld have been notified to us in one of the emails sent prior to the event so that we wld have them ready. Otherwise the trip was well organised and we recommend…”
Review of Vienna’s 3.5-hour Danube cruise, with Hundertwasser design, locks, city views, onboard dining, value, and practical tips.
“A very enjoyable afternoon cruising the Danube with a very attentive staff taking care of delivering food and drinks quickly and efficiently.”
Cruise the Danube through Vienna, with modern city views, green Prater scenery, optional Viennese food, and flexible short or long routes.
“Excellent! The food was delicious, the boat, crew, journey and views were fantastic. I would recommend this excursion. ☀️😝😁”
Travel from Vienna to Bratislava by coach, explore the Old Town with a local guide, then return by high-speed catamaran on the Danube.
“It was not advertised as only going on the Danube one way. It would also have been better to cruise in daylight rather than in the dark. Bratislava is a traditional looking town and I thoroughly enjoyed my time there. The guide was very knowledgeable.”
Cruise Vienna’s Danube and enjoy fresh pork schnitzel with parsley potatoes. See the route, boat choices, costs, locks, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“The English portion of guide was difficult to understand.”
Review of Vienna’s 3.5-hour Danube Canal cruise with a seasonal two-course lunch, city views, onboard information, and practical booking tips.
“The boat ride was really nice and relaxing. Friendly staff and great food just keep in mind,when you go to verify your ticket, to remind the gyus at the ticket shop that you also have a voucher for lunch.”
Review of the Vienna to Dürnstein cruise, with Wachau Valley views, meals, timing, value, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Durnstein is beautiful, but I had a feeling that there was too little time to just walk around the city and enjoy the place. Additionally, the food was ok at the ship, but could be better. Although the service was very friendly.”
Cruise Vienna’s Danube with live Heuriger music, a Viennese buffet, skyline views, and classic songs aboard the MS Admiral Tegetthoff.
“It was a very beautiful experience! The music was very nice, the crew very helpful, the ride had beautiful scenes and the food was absolutely delicious!”
Cruise from Vienna to Bratislava aboard the MS Kaiserin Elisabeth, enjoy meals and Danube views, then explore Bratislava for four hours.
“Avertir que le retour du bateau prend 6.30 pour revenir à Vienne.”
Concert halls, palace queues, lake villages and the road over the pass.
