Here in Wachau the Danube is even more beautiful then elsewhere. A friendly climate and steep slopes form ideal conditions for vineyards and orchards. Some of the best wines of Austria grow in Wachau and of course not to forget the local apricots.

The varied hiking tour past steep rocks, over soft hills and through scenting vineyards simply is blissful. A special feature of this countryside is the many small villages where everything centres on good food and wine. Enjoy Wachau.

Day 1 - Arrival at Krems/Stein

Day 2 - High up into the vineyards and to Dürnstein
The vineyards start directly on the outskirts of the town and we hike high up. Enjoy a lovely view on the river Danube. Across the hills you walk to Dürnstein, where you will stay overnight.

Day 3 - Observation point on Seekopf
In Dürnstein you cross the river by ferry to Rossatz. Walk past the largest apricot growing area of Austria on old tracks to Seekopf. An unsurpassed view to the Alps waits for you.

Day 4 – Rest day
Stay for a day in Weißenkirchen an idyllic little town on the Danube surrounded by vineyards.
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Day 5 - From Weißenkirchen to Spitz via Buschandl wall
A steady climb brings you up to Seiber and then you pass to Kuhberg and to the Buschandl wall. Downhill you follow the trench Miesingbachgraben and later on you pass the vineyards to Spitz. Alternative route: balcony path through the vineyards to Spitz.

Day 6 - Up to the ruins of the fortress of the robber barons of Aggsbach
Cross the Danube by ferry and follow the Buchtal valley uphill. Shortly before you reach Maria Langegg you join the Austrian St. Jacob’s trail, which you follow up to the ruins of fortress Aggsbach. Visit the fortress with a gruesome past, wonderful scenic viewpoints and also stop for a refreshment.

Day 7 - By boat back to Krems/Stein
Visit the monastery with a beautiful garden in Melk. Enjoy the boat trip to Krems, passing by the highlights of your tour Spitz, Dürnstein and Krems.

Day 8 - Individual Departure

2008 group tour price:
€945.00 per person sharing (single supplement €145.00)

2008 self guided tour price:
€695.00 per person sharing (single supplement €145.00)

Tour included
• 7 overnights in 3 and 4 star hotels
• Half board
• Luggage transfer
• Boat tour Melk – Krems
• Hiking rucksack and route-book per room
• Route description and maps
• Tour guide (on guided tour only)
• Welcome and presentation of the tour (on guided tour only)

Guided Tour Dates 2008:
May 3
June 14
September 20

Self Guided Dates 2008:
Daily arrivals from 26th April to 11th October 2008