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Rustic Austria: Wine & Countryside Private Day Tour

5.0(5 reviews)Vienna, AustriaOperated by Cozy Travel
  • Duration6 hours – 8 hours
  • GroupPrivate tour
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Forget the steep mountains — this is Austria's gentle side. Just one hour from Vienna, the sunlit Pannonian plain feels more like Tuscany: rolling vineyards, storks clattering on the chimneys, and a slow glass of wine at noon.

This is our shortest tour (6–8 hours), designed to leave you refreshed, not exhausted — perfect if you plan a concert or a night out in Vienna afterwards.

Your journey: Eisenstadt, where we stroll the courtyards of the Esterházy Palace and the charming old town (palace interiors not included — see our "Haydn, Castles, Wine" tour for the full palace and fortress experience). Rust, the wine town of the storks, with nests on almost every chimney in summer. And the UNESCO-listed Lake Neusiedl, a vast steppe lake ringed with reeds. A tasting of Burgenland's famous red wines is included.

A dedicated duo — Vlad driving, Jenny guiding — handles every detail, so you simply sip, stroll and enjoy.

What to expect

6 hours – 8 hours5 stopsPrivate tour

  1. Vienna

    Vienna, Austria

    1 hour

    Your private driver and guide pick you up at your hotel. As we head southeast, watch the landscape flatten and open up. We are entering the "Pannonian Basin," a region influenced by the warm winds of the Hungarian steppe. It is visually soothing and completely different from the rest of Austria.

  2. Eisenstadt

    Eisenstadt, Austria

    3 hours

    We start our visit at the unique Bergkirche (Hill Church), famous for its unusual architecture and as the final resting place of Joseph Haydn. From here, we take a pleasant, easy stroll down towards the city center. We arrive at the magnificent Esterházy Palace. We will admire this baroque masterpiece from the outside, walk through the impressive courtyard, and explore the beautiful Palace Gardens (Schlosspark). Note: We focus on the exterior and the park. Since the palace opening hours vary significantly by season (often closed on weekdays in winter), admission tickets are not included. However, during the open season (May–September) or weekends, if you wish to see the interior, tickets can be purchased on the spot. (Admission Ticket: Not Included)

  3. Rust

    Rust, Austria

    1 hour

    Then, past the vineyards of Burgenland, we will go to the shores of Lake Neusidler and the town of Rust, the wine capital of the region, included in the UNESCO list. Rust is included in the list of the most picturesque villages in Austria. In a romantic place, with a glass of local wine, our journey will end at the sunset.

  4. Neusiedl am See

    Neusiedl am See, Austria

    40 minutes

    Before heading back to Vienna, we drive to the picturesque shore of Lake Neusiedl, a UNESCO World Heritage site. We will spend some time here to breathe in the fresh breeze from the vast steppe lake and admire the endless reeds. It is a peaceful, scenic finale to our day and the perfect opportunity to take some beautiful photos to remember the "Sunny Side of Austria."

  5. Vienna

    Vienna, Austria

    1 hour

    Sit back and enjoy the ride home. Unlike strenuous hiking trips, this day is about recharging your batteries. You will arrive back in Vienna feeling rested and ready for your evening plans.

Pickup & meeting point

Pickup is included for all travellers.

You can request a pickup location of your own.

Pickup locations480

The operator lists 480 pickup points. 39 are shown here; choose yours from the full list when you book.

Hotels & residences39

  • Carathotel Wien City ParkHertha-Firnberg-Strasse 5, Vienna, 1100, Austria
  • Liao HotelHintere Ortsstrasse 70, Himberg, 2325, Austria
  • Eurostars JosefineEsterhazygasse 33, Vienna, 1060, Austria
  • Hotel Astral8 Dampfgasse, Vienna, 1100, Austria
  • Hilton Garden Inn Vienna SouthHertha-Firnberg-Strasse 5, Vienna, Austria
  • Hotel BEE GREEN SchonbrunnLinzer Strasse 6-8, Vienna, 1140, Austria
  • lyf Schoenbrunn ViennaBreitenfurter Str. 12, Vienna, 1120, Austria
  • Hotel City CentralTaborstrasse 8, Vienna, 1020, Austria
  • Hotel Tabor Rooms19 Tandelmarktgasse, Vienna, 1020, Austria
  • Hotel Weisses LammZirkusgasse 17, Vienna, 1020, Austria
  • SHS Hotel Fuerstenhof WienNeubaugurtel 4, Vienna, Austria
  • EST Hotel Palais ChotekWahringer Strasse 28, Vienna, 1090, Austria
  • Bob W Vienna DoblingHeiligenstadter Strasse 40, Vienna, 1190, Austria
  • Atik Palace Hotel ViennaGurkgasse 11, Vienna, 1140, Austria
  • HillingerErzherzog Karl Strasse, 105, Vienna, 1220, Austria
  • voco Vienna Prater by IHGEngerthstrassE 173 - 175, Vienna, 1020, Austria
  • DM & S Apartment47, Hetzendorfer Strasse, Vienna, 1120, Austria
  • Meininger Hotel Vienna Central StationColumbusgasse 16, Vienna, 1100, Austria
  • Arcotel Aq ViennaAlthanstrasse 8, Vienna, 1090, Austria
  • Somerset Schoenbrunn ViennaBreitenfurter Strasse, 10, Vienna, 1120, Austria
  • Speedyrooms ViennaKutschkergasse 2-4/8, Vienna, 1180, Austria
  • MS Diana Hotel - Cruises265 Handelskai, Pier No 9, Vienna, 1020, Austria
  • Hotel BauerGraumanngasse 16, Vienna, 1150, Austria
  • Pension Claudia157 Ortsstrasse, Voesendorf, 2331, Austria
  • Wilde Aparthotels, Vienna, FleischmarktDominikanerbastei 15, Vienna, 1010, Austria
  • Motel One Wien-Donau CityDonau-City-Strasse 13E, Vienna, 1220, Austria
  • Prize By Radisson, Vienna CityKarl-Popper-Strasse, Vienna, 1100, Austria
  • Hotel Valamar ResortsFranz Rendl-Gasse 7/3, Schwechat, 2320, Austria
  • Dorfwirt AmoreHauptstrasse 57, Kaltenleutgeben, 2391, Austria
  • Radisson Red ViennaObere Donaustrasse 61, Herminengasse 2, Vienna, 1020, Austria
  • Hotel Indigo Vienna - Naschmarkt By IHGRechte Wienzeile 87, Vienna, 1050, Austria
  • Hotel-Pension BleckmannWaehringer Strasse 15, Vienna, 1090, Austria
  • B&B Hotel Wien-StadthalleSorbaitgasse 14, Vienna, 1150, Austria
  • OEKOTEL KorneuburgKaiserallee 31, Bisamberg, 2102, Austria
  • UrbanautsFavoritenstrasse 17-3/5, Breitenfurt bei Wien, 1040, Austria
  • ParkapartmentsKurbadstrasse 8, Breitenfurt bei Wien, 1100, Austria
  • RHC Wahring Premium Apartments | contactless check-inMartinstrasse 9, Breitenfurt bei Wien, 1180, Austria
  • Stadthotel Deutsch WagramHauptstrasse 25, Deutsch Wagram, 2232, Austria
  • Rosenberger Seminar-Hotel Deutsch-WagramS 1 Ost, Deutsch Wagram, 2232, Austria
  • You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.

Pickup instructions

Your seamless journey begins right at your doorstep. We provide a complete door-to-door service from any hotel or address in Vienna. There is no need to worry about navigation—simply step out and let your private team (driver and guide) handle the rest. To ensure the perfect experience, we will contact you the day before the tour to confirm the exact pickup time. We can adjust the start slightly based on your preferences, so you don't need to stress about strict schedules.

What's included

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Separate Private Driver
  • Private Professional Guide
  • Wine tasting, 3 samples of wine
  • Bottled water on board
  • Wi-Fi on board
  • Private transportation in a spacious air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 6 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Child (7–14), Adult (15–99)

Languages

Guide
English

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 8 hours before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Europe/Vienna
Product code
363215P6

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Your preferred pickup point
  • Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

5.0/ 55 reviews
  • 55

Ratings aggregated from Viator (5).

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