Vienna Woods and Mayerling Highlights
- Discover the enchanting Vienna Woods and Mayerling on a small-group tour, immersing in the storybook forest highlands of Austria.
- Delve into the tragic royal history at the memorial chapel of Mayerling, exploring the fateful story of Crown Prince Rudolf and Baroness Vetsera.
- Experience the serene spirituality at Abbey Heiligenkreuz, an active monastery since 1133, housing the burial place of Babenberger rulers.
- Enjoy a captivating boat trip to Europe's largest underground lake, the Seegrotte Hinterbrühl, traversing through the mystically lit galleries.
- Secure your spot fast! With included entrance fees and unforgettable experiences, this Austrian tour is sure to sell out quickly.
Vienna Woods and Mayerling Highlights
Embark on an enchanting half-day small-group journey to the picturesque southern part of the Vienna Woods with our Vienna Woods and Mayerling Highlights tour. Traverse the storybook forest highlands of Austria in the comfort of a coach, where the landscape unfolds like a series of captivating woodland portraits. As you make your way to Abbey Heiligenkreuz and the Seegrotte Hinterbruhl, immerse yourself in the beauty of the northeastern foothills of the Alps.
Our first destination is Heiligenkreuz Abbey, a monastery with roots dating back to 1133. Explore the medieval cloister and the burial place of the influential Babenberg dynasty, the oldest ruling dynasty in Austria, whose legacy has shaped the country's history for centuries.
Then take a scenic boat trip to discover Europe's largest underground lake, Seegrotte Hinterbruhl. En route, pass by the historic Holdrichsmuhle, once an old mill where the renowned composer Franz Schubert found inspiration for his music. Conclude the bus tour at Seegrotte Hinterbruhl, where the largest underground lake in Europe awaits. Cruise through mystically lit galleries, where the green shimmering water and rugged stone walls create a truly unique atmosphere. All entrance fees are included in this extraordinary tour, culminating at the awe-inspiring underground lake.
All entrance fees are included in this very unusual tour ending at the underground lake! Don't forget to book early because this Austrian tour is sure to fill up quickly!
Please Note: All guests must bring a valid passport. This tour begins and ends in central Vienna. Transportation to and from the pier is not included.