Wachau, Everything Apricot!

The Wachau is one of the most popular regions in Austria, stretching from Melk to Krems along the Danube and is part of the UNESCO World Heritage. It is known for its steep vineyards with Riesling and Grüner Veltliner, the apricot orchards, impressive monasteries such as the Benedictine Abbey of Melk, and the picturesque river landscape of the Danube. The market town of Emmersdorf on the Danube is idyllically nestled directly opposite Melk, making it the ideal starting point for explorations in the Wachau, and the capital Vienna is only 90 km away.

Day 1 | Arrival in the Danube Valley

Departure in the morning and drive to Emmersdorf-Luberegg, the gateway to the Wachau. Room allocation and dinner at the hotel.

Day 2 | Along and on the Danube

Your program includes a visit to the famous Benedictine Abbey of Melk, one of the most significant Baroque buildings in Europe. As a landmark of the Wachau, it is part of the UNESCO World Heritage. Melk Abbey is one of the most beautiful uniform Baroque ensembles in Europe. Excitingly designed museum rooms, grand halls like the Marble Hall and Library, an unforgettable view of the Danube Valley, and the high Baroque abbey church await you. Afterwards, there will be time for an individual tour of the town of Melk. A dreamy boat trip on the Danube to Spitz follows – in the heart of the Wachau, where you will disembark and have free time. You will return to the hotel by bus.

Day 3 | Imperial Flair in the Austrian Capital

Magnificent architecture, imperial flair, and coffee specialties… you will spend today in Vienna. You start with an exterior visit of Schönbrunn Palace and have the opportunity for a walk through the palace gardens. Afterwards, you will experience a detailed city tour of the magnificent buildings along the Vienna Ring Road and numerous other sights of Vienna. There will still be time for your own city explorations. St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Prater, coffee houses, the Hofburg, the Naschmarkt, a carriage ride – there is so much to see, discover, and experience. Enjoy and experience the many facets of this diverse metropolis. Return to the Wachau for dinner at the hotel.

Day 4 | All About Apricots!

The excursion takes you along the Danube to the apricot-growing region. Look forward to a visit to an apricot farmer. Experience the world of the Wachau apricot up close in the midst of 60,000 m² of apricot garden and enjoy a wonderful panoramic view of the vineyards and apricot orchards, as well as the Danube Valley! During a guided tour of the apricot garden and the demonstration farm, you will learn interesting facts about the cultivation and processing of the famous Wachau apricot. You will have the opportunity to browse in the gourmet farm shop. Continue to the apricot festival in the old town of Krems. Along the approximately 700 m long pedestrian zone, culinary highlights and sweet apricot temptations await you, as well as a variety of apricot offerings in the many shops. Here, you will surely find the perfect souvenir quickly. Return to the hotel for dinner.

Day 5 | Journey Home

After breakfast, you will begin your journey home – with beautiful memories and surely an “apricot souvenir” in your luggage.

• Travel by modern coach
• 4x overnight stays including breakfast buffet
  at the 4-star Hotel Pichlers Landhotel
  in Emmersdorf-Luberegg
• 3x dinner as a 3-course menu with three main dishes to choose from and salad buffet
• 1x dinner with a Heurigen menu
• Welcome glass of Wachau wine
• Admission and guided tour of Melk Abbey
• Danube cruise from Melk to Spitz
• City tour in Vienna
• Full-day tour guide for the excursion
  "All about Apricots"
• Guided tour "Wachau Apricot – from tree to bottle" including a welcome with information about the region and the brand "Wachau Apricot", film screening, guided tour of the apricot manufactory with tasting
• Guided walk in the apricot garden
• Local tax
• Continuous BOHR travel accompaniment

The family-run country hotel is located in the beautiful Emmersdorf-Luberegg, directly adjacent to the "Schloss Luberegg – Eventresort Wachau". It is situated in a quiet location and invites you to relax and unwind. Discover your temporary home – comfortably, stylishly, and lovingly furnished rooms with great attention to detail. All equipped with high-quality beds with massage function, modern bathrooms with shower and toilet, TV, safe, and Wi-Fi. In cozy lounges, you will be pampered with regional delicacies and exquisite wines. The sunny guest garden with panoramic views of the Melk Abbey is also particularly popular. Surrounding the hotel are beautiful garden areas that invite you to stroll and linger.