Tour guide in Vienna Long L.

Vienna, Austria

English, German, Mandarin

139

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Since Sep 23, 2019

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I'm Long L., your private tour guide in Vienna

Guide #42394

Servus! I am Long Lin-Maurer – your Vienna-based private cultural guide and licensed driver for immersive experiences. I am the founder of Experience Travel TA e.U. As a master’s degree holder and one of Austria’s very few fully licensed tourist guides, taxi drivers, and taxi operators, I serve as an all-in-one destination solution provider delivering seamless, legally compliant cultural driver-guide experiences. Selected as "Cultural Heritage Ambassador of Vienna 2026" by a leading global travel leaders’ network, I provide award-winning cultural insight and state-certified authority to every private journey in my comfortable licensed vehicle. In Austria, history is not merely kept in museums. It lies under our feet, in hidden courtyards, and in the silence between stones. "Guiding Austria with the heart of a local and the questions of a familiar stranger." Shaped by an intellectual family heritage and operating entirely independent of traditional affiliations, I offer a uniquely objective exploration of Vienna and the Austrian mentality. My approach bridges elite local expertise with the strategic precision of neuromarketing and crisis intervention. I transform palaces and historic landscapes into living mirrors for your mind, ensuring you arrive as an analytical observer and leave with a profound, lasting connection to this country. How We Journey Together 1. Dialogue‑Driven Discovery: Your specific intellectual interests shape our physical route. I listen to the subtle indicators of what truly excites and drives your intellect. 2. Immersive Architecture and Context: We do not just look at history; we decode it, creating structural clarity out of historical complexity. 3. Discover local moments along the way: Every drive and every detour is curated as an active chapter of your journey, blending historic depth with hidden, local micro-secrets, maximising your experience. The Gold Standard of Austrian Logistics and Hospitality: Seamless Mobility, State-Certified Authority In Austria, many can drive and many can guide, but only few hold the elite combination of licenses required to execute both at the highest legal and professional tier. As an MBA-educated, state-certified Austria Guide holding five distinct professional licenses, I operate as a fully independent tour operator. This allows me to provide a seamless, white-glove experience where complex logistics and elite cultural storytelling merge into one fluid movement. Your Private Mobile Lounge Traveling in my Mercedes V-220d means stepping into a private, meticulously maintained space designed for confidential conversation, intellectual decompression, and absolute comfort. My focus is not on flashy, gold-plated automotive luxury, but on providing you with an impeccable, clean environment—a quiet room to reflect while you journey. I drive you in premium alignment and walk beside you as your dedicated cultural mentor. Your Benefits: The Intellectual Luxury of Time 1. Time Optimization and Curation: Zero logistical friction or planning stress—your most valuable asset is protected and converted into a seamless, high-yield itinerary. 2. Targeted Site Selection: No generic tourist traps—every stop is selected with pinpoint accuracy to match your specific intellectual profile and lifestyle. 3. Access Beyond Hotspots: Exclusive entry to hidden local secrets and regional enclaves invisible to the standard traveler. Decoding the Local Mentality: Raw, unbiased insights into Austrian culture, social nuances, and contemporary life that no guidebook can provide. 4. Financial Precision: By operating as your all-in-one independent operator and driver-guide, I bypass expensive agency markups to maximize the direct quality of your investment. "True luxury is found when absolute time efficiency creates the space for uncompromised intellectual depth." I provide the absolute peace of mind that comes from invisible, flawless logistics, allowing you to simply exist while the story of Austria unfolds around you. Ready to optimize your journey? Let's move beyond the postcard-collecting itinerary toward deep clarity. Long Lin‑Maurer Your Private Cultural Mentor & Driver-Guide | Founder of Experience Travel TA e.U.

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  • Jeffrey H.United States
    5 days ago

    Long is a really good tour guide! She is knowledgeable about Vienna and the Schonbrunn Palace in particular, was considerate of our special needs and preferences, is a good communicator, provided excellent post-tour information, and is a genuinely nice person whose company we enjoyed. I recommend Long for your Vienna tours!

    Replied from the guide, Long L.

    October 2026

    Thank you, Jeffrey, for this wonderful follow-up review! Given that this was your fourth visit to Vienna, it was an absolute honor to explore Schönbrunn Palace with you and your friends and bring fresh perspectives to a city you already know so well. I am deeply grateful for your flexibility, patience, and trust. Going above and beyond for guests like you is always a joy,...

  • Jeffrey H.United States
    1 week ago

    Long is a really good tour guide! She is knowledgeable about Vienna, was considerate of our particular needs and preferences, is a good communicator, and is a genuinely nice person whose company we enjoyed. I recommend Long for your Vienna tours!

    Replied from the guide, Long L.

    October 2026

    Dear Jeffrey, Thank you so much for leaving such a kind review after our first half-day together! It was an absolute pleasure showing you around Vienna and covering so much ground in just 4 hours—from the Ring Street and St. Stephen’s Cathedral to the views at Kahlenberg, Leopoldberg, and the Schönbrunn Gloriette. Crafting a tour that fits your specific pace and...

  • Chuck Z.United States
    2 weeks ago

    Long was our guide when we visited Vienna late August 2026 after our original guide had to cancel but asked Long to fill in. Touring with Long could not have worked out any better. She was in contact with us the day before to make sure she knew what we wanted to see. She also offered ideas for our itinerary, places to eat before and after the tour and what to see on the...

    Replied from the guide, Long L.

    September 2026

    Thank you Chuck for this wonderful review! I was more than happy to step in, and I am so thrilled that our time together made your trip to Vienna so memorable. It was a pleasure helping you plan your days, answer your questions, and share the city with you. Thank you for your kind recommendation, I truly hope to welcome you back again soon in Vienna! Best Long

  • Victor K.United States
    July 2026

    Long was very personable and knowledgeable. She was able to connect with all of us, including a 10-year old and a 16-year old.

    Replied from the guide, Long L.

    July 2026

    Dear Viktor, Thank you very much for your kind words. I am delighted to hear that all three generations of your family enjoyed my tour and that I was able to connect especially with Smara and Nick. It was truly a pleasure spending this special time together. I hope to welcome you back to Vienna again in the future. Warm regards, Long

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