Cycling Tours
Alongside of the 'blue' Danube lies the renowned and most famous cycling path in Europe. Passau to Vienna is an absolute cycling classic. Discover the enchanting river landscape, picturesque villages, lush vineyards and countless cultural sites from the time of the Romans and Nibelungen. Cycle leisurely along the banks of the mighty river and enjoy the beautiful forests and the magical meadows of the Schlögener Loop, Strudengau, Nibelungengau and Wachau, as each region offers its own impressive and unique attractions. Art and cultural features convey myths and stories of the past while quaint accommodations and taverns invite you to relax in the culinary world of Austria. The welcoming Austrian hospitality and the scrumptious Austrian cuisine add to this absolutely remarkable experience. Tour Profile Level 1: The cycling path is completely paved from one end to the other, flat, almost always directly along the riverbank, very suitable for beginners and children.
Individual arrival in Passau and check-in at the hotel. Use the remainder of the day for a city tour or get to know the 'City of Three Rivers' by walking through the picturesque old part of the town.
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This morning, you bike handover starts from 09:00am. Afterwards, start the first cycling route today through the Upper Danube Valley to Schlögen. In Engelhartszell, you can visit the one and only 'Trappist' Monastery in Austria and you can even sample some delicious liqueurs straight from the convent. Continue the journey to the impressive 'Schlögener Loop', where the river makes a complete 180 degree turn. Meals: Breakfast
Between the banks of the Danube there are small passenger ferries waiting for you to take them. Next, you cycle through the slowly widening fertile basin of Eferding and further on to Linz, the Capital of Upper Austria and European Culture Capital of 2009. Enjoy the magical summer evening and perhaps do some shopping around the lovely main square of the city. Meals: Breakfast
Today, the excursion to Enns, the oldest town in Austria, is highly recommended and worthwhile in any case. This leg guides you through beautiful meadows and tranquil hinterland while passing the Celtic Village Mitterkirchen, rolling by the majestic Church in Baumgartenberg and on to the romantic Castle of Clam. Meals: Breakfast
Today's tour is enjoyed by cycling through the fascinating landscape of tall and densely wooded rock formations on both sides of the Danube. High above the Danube is the Pilgrimage Church of Maria Taferl. From there, you are greeted from afar by the marvellous Benedictine Monastery of Melk. Meals: Breakfast
Another highlight of this tour is the chance to cycle through the magnificent Wachau Valley. A landscape, where you will find terraced vineyards, Apricot groves, Castles, Palaces and Monasteries. There is also the possibility to take a break from cycling on a boat excursion. On your way to Krems you cycle through the winery villages of Spitz, Weißkirchen and Dürnstein. Through these charming villages you will see quaint alluring taverns, which are just waiting to present Austrian hospitality at its best. Something you have to experience first hand. Meals: Breakfast
Today, depart by train from this UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Region. Shortly before Vienna, the valley narrows once again, the Danube enters through the Vienna Gate at the edge of the Vienna Woods (Wiener Wald) and guides you via Klosterneuburg to 'The City of Music'. Meals: Breakfast
Some say that one must personally experience this great city. A few of the must sees include the famous Naschmarkt (international food/goods market), the City Opera, the Ringstrasse (a beautiful boulevard with imposing buildings which bear witness to ancient times) and of course the gorgeous Imperial Castle Schönbrunn. Individual departure or extension stay in Vienna. You may also like to choose the return train or bus to Passau (not included). Meals: Breakfast
Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (rr)
