Vienna Short Break

Trip Type: Short Breaks

Austria | 4 Days | 1 - 12 People

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NZD 3,160.00 /Person

Discover some of the best landmarks and cultural gems on this four-day adventure through Vienna. Stop at the Gothic-style St Stephens Cathedral, wa...

Vienna Short Break

Discover some of the best landmarks and cultural gems on this four-day adventure through Vienna. Stop at the Gothic-style St Stephens Cathedral, wander past the neo-classical Graben and see the Hofburg Palace on your orientation walk through the city. Stroll through a local market in the Gratzls neighbourhood, treat your taste buds to a traditional Viennese coffee and learn how to make strudel during a baking workshop. Set off on a daytrip to Durnstein, sample some of the region’s best locally made wine and visit the private apartments of Franz Joseph, Elisabeth and Maria Theresa at Schonbrunn Palace.

Itinerary

Guten Tag! Welcome to Vienna. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 10 am this morning. After, set off on an orientation walk through the city’s compact centre. Stop at the Gothic-style St Stephens Cathedral, wander past the grand neo-classical Graben and on to the Hofburg Palace. Then, visit Vollpension, where you’ll be can buy some sweet eats just like your grandma made. This cafe aims to bridge the generation gap and bring people together through food, by employing baking masters who happen to be grandmas and grandpas. Then, finish your walk at the State Opera House. After, visit the Hundertwasserhaus, which forms a mosaic of shapes, colours and pillars typically associated with the artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser. Recognised for its creative and sustainable gardens, be sure to have your camera ready to capture the beauty of this landmark. Later, join your group for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant and indulge in some authentic Austrian flavours.

Start your day with pastries and coffee on a coffee and market tour. Get a thorough introduction to Vienna’s food and drink scene with a local showing you the best places to stop for both sweet and savoury delights. Then, stroll through a local market in the Grätzls neighbourhood and discover historic gems and local hot spots. Treat your taste buds to a traditional Viennese coffee at some of your leader's favourite places, then the rest of the day is free for you to explore at your own pace – maybe visit St Stephen’s Cathedral or take a spin on the famous Prater Ferris Wheel nearby for a bird’s eye view of the city.

Spend today exploring Durnstein in the Wachau Valley. This morning, you’ll board a train to Krems – the gateway to the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage region of Wachau. From there, hop aboard one of the famous Donaudampfschiffahrtsgesellschaft (Danube Steamboat Shipping Company) boats to Durnstein. When you arrive, visit the Durnstein Monastery and the ruins of Durnstein Castle. Spend some time exploring the historic site, then make your way back into town. Here perhaps opt to sample some of the region’s local wines at one of the nearby Heuriger wine bars. This afternoon, return to Krems, where you'll have a couple of hours to explore before heading back to Vienna. Tonight, maybe head out for one last dinner with your group and celebrate a trip well-travelled!

This morning, join an audio guided tour of Schonbrunn Palace – the main summer residence of the Habsburg rulers. Wander through the private apartments of the imperial couple Franz Joseph and Elisabeth, and see the private rooms once occupied by Maria Theresa. Then, discover the importance of strudel to Austrian and Viennese culture during a strudel baking workshop. Learn how to make the beloved pastry and walk away with a full stomach and a diploma in strudel baking! After today’s activities, your adventure comes to an end this afternoon. If you’d like to extend your stay, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.

Trip Inclusions

Meals
3 Breakfast(s), 2 Lunch(s), 1 Dinner(s)

Transport
Train, Public Bus, Private vehicle

Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights)

Included Activities

Vienna - Welcome Meeting
Vienna - Hundertwasserhaus
Vienna - Orientation Walk
Vienna - Welcome Dinner
Vienna - Food Coffee and Market Tour
Wachau Valley - Day trip to Durnstein in the Wachau Valley
Vienna - Schonbrunn palace visit with audio guide
Vienna - Strudel Workshop

Trip Highlights

Pass some of Vienna’s most iconic landmarks like St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Hofburg Palace and the State Opera House on a guided orientation walk through the city.
Visit the Hundertwasserhaus, which forms a mosaic of shapes, colours and pillars typically associated with the artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser.
Savour the city’s flavours on a guided food and coffee tour. Discover amazing street food, hidden gems, bustling markets and hear the stories behind Vienna’s world-famous cafe culture.
Take a scenic daytrip to Durnstein in the Wachau Valley. Visit the Durnstein Monastery, discover the ruins of Durnstein Castle and sample some of the region’s best local wines at the famous “Heuriger” restaurants in your free time.
Step inside the main summer residence of the Habsburg rulers, Schonbrunn Palace. Then, roll up your sleeves for a strudel-making workshop, where you’ll learn the secrets of this beloved Austrian dessert from the experts.

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Provided by

Intrepid Travel

Reference Code:
AMKE

Trip Location

Trip Starts:
Vienna, Austria

Trip Finishes:
Vienna, Austria

Countries Visited:
Austria

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Austria | 4 Days | 1 - 12 People

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