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Self-guided, 3 /5 medium.

Moderate, between 35 and 85 kilometers per day with an elevation gain between 300 and 1000 meters.

The starting point is different from the ending point, with overnight stays in different hotels and daily stages.

Description

Day 1: Linz Individual arrival in Linz and hotel accommodation. Collection of rental bikes and the tour information package. Free time for visiting the city: the city is best experienced by walking through its streets, from the main square, Hauptplatz, one of the largest in Central Europe, to the baroque old town at the foot of the Castle, with its lanes and courtyards.

Day 2: Linz – Grein (60 km) After breakfast, set off by bike: you will cross the Machland landscape, up to the picturesque baroque town of Grein, where the oldest theater in Austria is located.

Day 3: Grein – Wachau Valley (70 km) Today's stage starts with the passage through the suggestive landscape of the Strudengau, until reaching the Wachau Valley, one of the most picturesque stretches of the Danube Cycle Path, further enriched by the spectacle of the vineyards perched on the hills.

Day 4: Wachau Valley – Traismauer (40 km) You continue to pedal along the Danube Cycle Path, through the vineyards and picturesque villages of the Wachau Valley: Weißenkirchen, Dürnstein and Krems, before reaching Traismauer. Don't forget to taste some of the delicious wines in the tavern known as Heurigen .

Day 5: Traismauer – Vienna (65 km) Today the last stage begins before reaching the capital. You will pass the Roman city of Tulln, before finally coming to Vienna, rich in cultural and artistic places. If you prefer to shorten the stage, you can take the train.

Day 6: Vienna After breakfast, return train to Linz and end of services.

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✅ What is included in the trip?

• Travel/Medical Insurance 24/24
• Overnight stay and breakfast
• Luggage transfer
• Local telephone assistance 7/7
• Detailed description and maps of the itinerary
• GPS or navigation APP
• return by train Vienna
• Linz (transfer of your own bike not included)

❌ What is not included?

• Transfers not listed as "Included"
• Journey to/from the starting point of the tour
• Meals and drinks not listed as "Included"
• Bike rental
• Entrance fees, ferries and anything not listed as "Included"
• Welcome briefing

💸 Cancellation fees

• Full refund
• More 28 days of departure
• From 27 to 28 days before departure
• From 13 to 27 days before departure
• From 7 to 13 days before departure
• From 3 to 7 days before departure

Minimum non-refundable rate: 50 €

• To pedal on the famous Danube Cycle Path immersed in the green Austrian countryside, among villages rich in legends and historical remains
• To start the journey with art and culture, visiting the Ars Electronica Center, an innovative museum dedicated to digital art, or the Lentos Kunstmuseum in Linz
• To discover the oldest theater in Austria, which is located in the town of Grein, on the banks of the Danube
• To cross the Wachau, one of the most beautiful valleys of the Danube, enjoy the spectacle of hills covered with vineyards and perhaps treat yourself to a tasting in the cellar
• To travel back in time in front of the ruins of Dürnstein castle where, according to legend, Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned
• To walk among the Gothic architecture of Krems and discover all about Austrian viticulture and enology at the Weinstadtmuseum, the Wine Museum
• To immerse yourself in the splendors of imperial Vienna, where you can visit the palaces where Princess Sissi lived and have fun in the famous Prater park
• To live the experience of a really suggestive bike tour of Austria , pedaling from Linz to Vienna

🙋 Frequently asked questions

Can i bring my own bike.

Of course! You can participate in any tour with your own bicycle or rent one. However, we recommend renting because not all spare parts are the same, and only with our bikes can we guarantee the best mechanical assistance.

What kind of assistance will I have during the trip?

You will always have an emergency phone number to refer to. In self-guided trips, you should be able to perform minor repairs, like replacing a tube in case of a puncture, or fixing a dropped chain, but you can always count on local assistance for more serious breakdowns.

How do I know if a tour is within my capabilities?

We classify tours on a scale from 1 to 5 based on length, elevation, and complexity of the itinerary, but if you have doubts, contact us and we will help you find the most suitable journey for you.

What is the cost of renting bicycles?

The rental cost varies depending on the bicycle model and the duration of the tour. For some tours, we offer the possibility to rent different types of bicycles. During the purchase process for each route, you will be asked to indicate your preferred bike type and the corresponding price will be shown, so you can choose freely and without surprises.

Are rented bikes equipped with accessories like lights or bags?

Yes, rented bicycles are equipped with all necessary accessories to comply with road traffic regulations (lights, bell, etc.). A lock, repair kit, and a bag to carry everything you need for a day in the saddle are always included in the rental. Additionally, we offer the option to request extra accessories based on your needs.

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Starting from 409 € per person

How many of you will there be?

Minimum participant number = 2

Single room surcharge

Kids ages 0 - 14, do you want to rent bikes.

No, they are not needed.

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Cycle Linz to Vienna

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• 4 nights in 3-4 star hotels and inns
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Trip highlights

• Cycling along the Danube bike path
• Experiencing the timelessness of the river landscape
• Visiting the abbey at Melk
• Discovering the Wachau Valley's rolling hills, vineyards and fortresses
• Exploring the majestic city of Vienna

Follow the winding route of the Danube and discover the lively history of one of Europe's most important rivers. This outstanding cycling opportunity will take you past Austrian castles, Benedictine monasteries and ancestral vineyards en route to the beautiful city of Vienna. The dedicated cycle path takes you across the fertile plains of the Wachau Valley, where vineyards climb the slopes to imposing medieval monasteries perched atop hills between Melk and Krems. Wind past castle ruins and apricot orchards before reaching the capital of Austria, where you can take in a performance of the "Blue Danube" waltz, the melody that evokes Vienna the world over.

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Day 1 Arrive Linz

Meals:   Nil

Day 2 Cycle to Grein through the beautiful Strudengau region (60km/37mi)

Day 3 continue to the nibelungengau region (40km/25mi), day 4 cycle through wachau and on to krems, train to vienna (48km/30mi), day 5 trip concludes vienna.

The map and elevation chart are for illustrative purposes only and meant to provide general guidelines. On self guided trips, actual route information provided before departure will be more detailed.

What's included

• 4 breakfasts. Continental breakfasts are served and usually consist of breads, jams, cheese, occasionally eggs and meats, coffee, tea and juices.
• 4 nights accommodation in 3-4 star hotels and inns with ensuite facilities on a twin share basis
• Luggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 23kg, supplement applies for excess
• Bicycle with 21 gears and pannier (7 speed bikes and children trailers (max 2 children, 60kg) on request; e-bikes available on request - also for children over 9 years - supplement applies). Standard bikes are fitted with an odometer (not the e-bikes)
• Information pack including route notes & maps and handlebar bag per room booked & GPX tracks
• Train trip Krems/Traismauer to Vienna including bike
• 1 bottle of wine per room - collect from the winery in Wachau
• Emergency hotline

What's not included

• Travel to and from Linz and Vienna
• Meals not listed as included, drinks
• Guide – this is a self guided cycling trip
• A supplement will apply if you are travelling solo or book a single room
• Entrance fees
• Travel insurance
• Helmets - available for purchase - €40.00 (must be pre-booked and pre-paid)
• Hotel taxes payable locally (approx. €1-2,5 per person/night)
• Items of a personal nature
• E-bike rental insurance - covers you in case of loss or damage when the bike is properly used and secured. Excluded from this are lost keys, batteries and chargers of e-bikes, as well as purposeful damage or gross negligence. (not available for standard bikes)

Bike information

Electric bike.

A limited number of electric bikes are available on request - a supplement applies. These are 8-speed KTM or Flyer models with a low-entry frame and battery with an average range of 90km. E-bikes are not fitted with odometers.

Electric bikes, or e-bikes, are designed to make cycling easier. The pedaling ‘boost’ provided by an e-bike opens up more options, allowing people of different fitness levels to cycle together or for cyclists to take on routes they may otherwise consider too tough for their current fitness capabilities. Please note that e-bikes are heavier than normal bikes and given the higher speed possible, should only be ridden by confident cyclists.

Rental Bike

During the trip you will be provided with a 21 speed bike with handbrakes. You will also receive a pannier to carry your gear for the day, along with a handlebar bag, bike computer, lock and repair kit (per room). Helmets are not supplied locally but are mandatory on all bike tours, so you will need to bring your own well-fitted helmet. Alternatively you can purchase one for an additional cost (must be pre booked and prepaid). If you prefer a 7 speed bike (with backpedal brake) please request at the time of booking.

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This trip involves 3 days cycling between 40 and 60km/25 and 37mi per day usually along paved cycle paths across generally flat terrain. The terrain is almost exclusively on the Danube cycle path. In and out of the cities there will be some traffic. You need only carry your camera/rain gear and water bottle. Your luggage is transported for you between hotels/inns. The trip is graded introductory to moderate and is considered suitable for beginners and children who have a good level of fitness. A limited number of children’s bikes are available (minimum height 120cm), as are bike seats (max 18kg) and trailers (2 children, maximum 40kg), and tag-a-long bikes (minimum height is 120cm/3ft 11.3in). *For safety reasons, we insist that cycle helmets be included as a compulsory item on your equipment list.

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Danube Cycle Self guided riding tours along the Danube

Danube cycle path Linz – Vienna

Temporada:   Abril – Octubre.

The Linz to Vienna cycle tour is an exciting and diverse experience. You begin this five day variant of this popular route in the Upper Austrian state capital of Linz.

*Base price for a double room in low season. Please ask for a detailed offer down in “BOOK NOW”.

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Self guided cycling tour Departure:  Every day Duration:  5 days – 4 nights Accomodation:  3 and 4* hotels and inns

Explore the city on the bright yellow Linz City Express (not included) and/or ride the steepest mountain railway in Europe, built in 1898, up Pöstling Mountain. The start of the cycle tour will see you ride through the wild Strudengau region and the Baroque village of Grein, home to the oldest city theatre in Austria. The enchanting Wachau is a landscape of vineyards, apricot trees, small towns and mysterious castles.

Don’t forget to sample the renowned local Austrian wine or spritzers! The crowning conclusion of this grand cycling tour is the metropolis of Vienna with its numerous and charming attractions, welcoming cafes and lively culture.

• 4 nights in rooms with private facilities
• Breakfast or 3 x dinner (in Vienna only breakfast)
• Daily luggage transport (1 suitcase per Person/ max. 20 kg)
• 1 bottle of high-level wine in the Wachau Valley per room
• 1 x  tasting of regional products
• 1 x train Krems – Vienna incl. bike
• 1 x train ride Vienna train station West – Linz (transfer own bikes not incl.)
• 1 Danube-Card per person – valid € 4,90 (min. 20% discount on the regular admission at more than 70 cooperation-partners)
• 1 x handlebar bag with travel book, maps and information material per room
• Bicycle rental (optional)

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Linz-Vienna Danube Cycle Path 2024 - Family Cycle Tour

8 days/7 nights, approx. 205 km, 35–50 km daily, mostly flat, Family friendly hotels, 1x farm

Our family cycling tour is something for everyone! The great advantage is short daily stages, playmates for your kids, family friendly accommodations and a lot of time for spontaneous stops along your bike route.  

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  After your inquiry you will immediately receive an e-mail message. If not, we kindly ask you to call us ( 0043 (0)732 / 72 77 - 234 ).

Detailed information about this offer

Included services, details and cancellation, arrival information.

• 7 nights in family-friendly 4- and 3-star hotels along the Danube cycle path Linz-Vienna
• daily buffet breakfast or extended breakfast
• family room (double room with extra beds)
• luggage transfer from hotel to hotel from Linz- Vienna (1 piece per person max. 23 kg)
• surprise for children
• boat trip Spitz–Krems incl. bike
• entrance fee: Giant Ferris Wheel in Vienna
• return transfer by train Vienna–Linz (transport of own bike is not included)
• family-friendly equipped hotels and inns (mostly play-corner or playroom, playground nearby)
• Your personal cycle route in an individualised cycle book, as a digital application for computer and mobile phone, GPX data for your navigation device
• 1 high quality handlebar bag per room for a perfect transport of your travel documents and as a gift
• service hotline also at the weekend
• recharge the electrically powered bike in every booked hotel

Additional costs:

All prices in our offer include VAT. Not included in our prices is the city tax (approx. Euro 1,00 to 3,00 per person/night) and is to be paid at the respective hotel.

Day 1 - Individual arrival in Linz

Day 2 - from linz to wallsee/surrounding, approx. 40 km, day 3 - from wallsee to marbach/surroundings, approx. 40 km, day 4 - from marbach/surroundings to wachau valley, approx. 50 km, day 5 - day at leisure in the wachau valley, day 6 - from wachau valley to tulln, approx. 20 km by boat, approx. 40 km by bike, day 7 - from tulln to vienna, approx. 35 km, day 8 - individual departure or extra nights.

Arrival & Parking

Place of arrival:  Linz

Parking possibilities: Guarded parking garage: Garage Bahnhof-Wissensturm Linz, Kärntnerstraße 18, 4020 Linz. The guarded garage is located opposite the railway station (Bahnhof) at the Hotel Ibis. The rate for parking is approx. € 50,00/week.

Travelling by train

For the sake of the environment, we recommend travelling by train.

Important information on flight and train ticket bookings

When booking train or flight tickets via the links above, you CANNOT make use of the rights applicable to package holidays under Directive (EU) 2015/2302. OÖ. Touristik GmbH is therefore not responsible for the proper provision of these travel services. In the event of problems, please contact the respective service provider. However, if a train or flight ticket is booked within 24 hours of confirmation of the cycle tour, these travel services become part of the associated travel services. In this case, OÖ. Touristik GmbH has the security required by EU law for the reimbursement of your payments to OÖ. Touristik GmbH for services that were not provided due to the insolvency of OÖ. Touristik GmbH's insolvency. Please note that this will not result in a refund in the event of insolvency of the service provider concerned. Further information on insolvency protection www.justiz.gv.at/pauschalreisegesetz .

Rates and additional services to book

Extra nights, additional services, hired bikes, arrival: 01.05.2024 - 19.10.2024 daily, saving tips.

• child up to 8 years -100 % (additional bed)
• child 09-11 years -50 % (additional bed)
• child 12-14 years -25 % (additional bed)
• adult from 15 years -10 % (additional bed)
• Single with child up to 08 years -100 %
• Single with child 9–11 years -50 %
• child in the own room up to 15 years -10 %
• child in the own room 00-15 years -10 %
• child 00-06 years -100 % (additional bed)
• child 07-11 years -50 % (additional bed)

Services included:

• adverse weather insurance For an adverse weather phase (after 2 cycle days without any prospect of weather improvement given by the information desk of the weather station in Linz-Hörsching) your trip can be cancelled free of charge. You will get the amount refunded for services which were not consumed. (This insurance does not substitute a cancellation– or complete cover insurance!)

In case you cannot decide, what personal items you would like to bring along your cycling tour (each piece of luggage max. 23 kg).

• 1 change of booking free of charge This service offers change of date, change of person, change of cycle tour - when the tour is marked as “no worries-package tour”. For organizational reasons we kindly ask you to let us any changes know at the latest 14 days prior arrival. After this date the regular cancellation fees occur as per the AGB’s (Austrian Law). (This insurance does not substitute a cancellation– or complete cover insurance!)

Take advantage of this offer in case of a breakdown or exhaustion: daily from 9 am–6 pm.

If you rent a bike for your bike trip, you are liable for damage and theft. When booking our rental bike disclaimer, we assume liability for you, so that you bear no financial responsibility in the event of loss or damage to the rental bike (with proper use and security). Excluded from this are only lost keys, batteries and chargers of -bikes, as well as damage due to intent or gross negligence.

If you rent a bike for your bike trip, you are liable for damage and theft. When booking our rental bike disclaimer, we assume liability for you, so that you bear no financial responsibility in the event of loss or damage to the rental bike (with proper use and security). Excluded from this are only lost keys, batteries and chargers of e-bikes, as well as damage due to intent or gross negligence.

Rental bikes from OÖ Touristik GmbH

Ladies trekking bike 21-speed

• Model: KTM touring bike
• Frame: Aluminium ladies' frame
• Gear change: 21-speed derailleur with freewheel, Shimano Altus
• Brakes: 2 rim brakes, Shimano V-Brakes
• wheel/tyre: 28 inch hollow chamber rim/robust tyres, Schwalbe Marathon
• Saddle: high-quality gel saddle, Selle Royal

€ 99,00 per person and stay

Men's trekking bike 21-speed

• Frame: Aluminium men's frame

Unisex-E-Bike

• Model: KTM Macina Fun
• Frame: Aluminum unisex
• Motor: Bosch Performance 
• Battery: 500 Wh
• Gearshift: 9-speed derailleur Shimano Altus
• Brakes: 2 disc brakes, Shimano
• Wheel/tire: 28 inch hollow rim/rugged tires, Schwalbe Marathon
• Saddle: high-quality gel saddle, Selle Royal  

€ 219,00 per person and stay

Men's e-bike

• Model: KTM Macina Fun 9 P5
• Engine: Bosch Performance
• Saddle: high-quality gel saddle
• only bookable from a height of 175 cm

Kids e-bike

• for children from 9 years
• Model: KTM Macina Mini Me
• Frame: Aluminium Unisex
• Motor: Bosch
• battery: 400 Wh
• Speed: up to 20 km/h
• Gear change: 9-speed derailleur, Shimano
• Brakes: 2 disc brakes
• Wheel/tyre: 24 inch hollow chamber rim/robust tyres

Woom kids bike 20 inches

• Children from 1,15 m - 1,30 m
• models: WOOM 4
• Weight: 7,3 kg
• Frame: Aluminium child frame
• Gear change: 8-speed SRAM X4 twist shifter
• Brakes: 2 V-brakes

KTM kids bike

• Children from 1,15 m - 1,30 m
• Models: KTM Wild Cat
• Frame: Aluminium child frame 20 inch
• Gear change: 3-speed hub gears, Shimano
• Brakes: Pedal brake, 1 rim brake, Shimano V-Brake

      24 inch:

• Children from 1,20 m - 1,40 m
• Models: KTM Wild One/Wild Cat
• Frame: Aluminium child frame 24 inch
• Gear change: 18-speed ketene gear with freewheel, Shimano
• Brakes: 2 rim brakes, Shimano V-Brakes

Child's seat

• Manufacturer: HAMAX
• up to 22 kg

€ 35,00 per person and stay

Children's trailer

• Child up to 40 kg/up to 6 years
• 2 small children up to 3 years. (independent sitting)

• 1 bag per room

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OÖ Touristik GmbH

In 1990 the OÖ Touristik performed a pioneering work on the sector of organised cycle holidays: the first bookable cycle tour along the Danube including luggage transfer. Already a year later we offered the first group tours. Over the years the offers of the cycle holidays has expanded throughout Europe and are as popular as ever. During the last 30 years we have expanded the portfolio on mountain bike tours, cycle holidays by bike and boat, group tours and hiking holidays as well as winter and wellness holidays. The organisation and handling of international congresses and events meanwhile adds to the successful enterprise sections.

The dreamy Danube Cycle Path

During one of the last beautiful summer weeks I cycled with a friend on a shortened version of the Donau Cycle Path from Linz to Vienna. We had everything from bright sunshine to pouring rain. But as the saying goes, "There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing!”

Most of the cycle path lies directly on the Danube and is very well signposted. The area is very flat and therefore the cycle path does not have any steep inclines - even without an electric bike we manage every stage effortlessly.

• By the way: We offer the Danube Cycle Path in different variants and also for families !

The warm hospitality

It is truly a pleasure to be welcomed with open arms after a long journey. You happily take on every kilometre when you feel so welcome and well taken care of. We always park our bikes in the bike cellar without any complications and then enjoy every evening to the full.

The accommodation is all very special and impresses with their individual charm . We feel at home in every single hotel!

Apricots, chanterelles and not to be forgotten: good wine !

From homemade apricot jam, which we spread on our croissants at breakfast, to a delicious chanterelle risotto with salmon fillet. On our leisure cycle tour with luggage transfer , we are served the most delicious Austrian delicacies. When the chef tells you in person that the chanterelles are hand-picked and the apricot jam is made according to grandma's recipe, the specialities of the region taste even better.

I can't say which culinary highlight of this trip impressed me the most: the homemade apricot dumplings in Traismauer, the hearty Kasnockn with fresh salad at the Hofbräuhaus in Krems, or the Wiener Schnitzel at the Schweizerhaus in the Prater?

Every day we are surprised with new variations from Austria's cuisine.

Lower Austria is famous for being a wine growing region. Especially on the stage that leads through the Wachau, we enjoy some very fine wines. At two different wine tastings we get an insight into the history of the Grüner Veltliner and the secrets of wine growing .

After a long cycle in the sun, sit comfortably in the shady guest garden under the vines with a glass of white wine and a homemade Wachauer Laberl to go with it - could it be any nicer?

From the little chapel to Melk Abbey and on to St. Stephen's Cathedral

Culturally, there is a lot to see in the Danube region. In every town you pass through, you have countless opportunities to visit the most beautiful sights. We find out that it's great to get on your bike right in the morning after a hearty breakfast and set off. Then you really have enough time to take in the cultural highlights at your leisure. A walk through the old town, a close look inside St. Stephen's Cathedral - the perfect balance to the daily sports programme.

• Tip: With a cycle tour through Austria's cities you combine the best of an active and cultural holiday!

My conclusion: More than worth a trip !

It will certainly not be the last time that I explore the Danube region by bike. For me it was once again wonderful to see how beautiful it is at home in Austria. The wonderful nature is really great for recharging your batteries and I will never forget the great experiences. You can experience a lot on a short cycling holiday in 5 days - really worth a trip for young and old!

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Please note:  You can only take part in this trip if you are vaccinated or recovered from Covid-19! As of Oct 2022, subject to change.

Feel save, book flexible: FREE rebooking up to 6 w eeks prior arrival to any alternative date in 2021 - applies to bookings between May 01 and June 15 2021 , t he price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.

The Danube is an adventure playground for all ages. This cycle tour is an exciting journey of discovery and a hands-on holiday for children (of all ages).

The big kids (adults) will enjoy recreation and rest in dreamy landscapes featuring many sights and attractions - although the program is customised and focused on the younger cyclists. Lots of variety is guaranteed: a donkey riding adventure, a boat ride on the Danube for which a Captain’s License is obtained and even a ride on the world’s oldest Ferris wheel are just a few of the many highlights.

Our Tip : If you book until 60 days prior to arrival you get a 5% discount!

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Day 1: linz.

A warm welcome is awaiting children and adults alike. Check-in. Dispersal of travel documents will follow. The rest of the day is up to you and at your leisure. Possibilities: let yourself be drifted away into a different world where you and your children can experience a new type of travel on the Dragon Train through the Land of Dwarves with a magical backdrop of the historical and stunning city of Linz.

Day 2: Linz – Mitterkirchen, approx. 40 km

Today we tour into a celtic open-air museum. In a village representing the Iron Age, you are shown and presented the ways of living and lifestyles of the long past. Accommodations for this night will be in a cosy farmhouse in the region of Machland. Dinner will be served with exceptional hospitality and catered with delicious Austrian homemade specialties.

Day 3: Mitterkirchen – Strudengau, approx. 40 km

Old markets and castles nestled in forested rolling hills are along the path on your way to Strudengau. In the Maritime Museum of Grein, you will find impressive models of ancient ship building craftsmanship and early naval architecture. In Ardagger there is a paradise of recreation and pleasure. A water park recreational facility and sandy beach volleyball courts are just the beginning of the endless possibilities for fun and action. Enjoy!

Day 4: Strudengau – Wachau, approx. 50 km

Shortly after Pöchlarn, you will enter into the world-renowned valley of the Wachau, one of the most gorgeous riverside landscapes Europe has to offer. The impressive and breath-taking Benedictine Abbey of Melk overlooks the city and can be seen from afar. Cycling through the seemingly endless vineyards you will reach the winery village of Spitz, built around the so-called "1000-bucket-hill”.

Day 5: Wachau (day of rest)

You can enjoy the beautiful landscape of the Wachau and explore the castle of Dürnstein or Aggstein, visit the museum of ship building in Spitz or take a bath in the beautiful Danube river.

Day 6: Wachau – Tulln, approx. 40 km + ship ride Spitz – Krems

Starting the day by biking through a spectacular landscape with steep rock walls, sun-kissed terraced vineyards, beautifully blooming orchards, quaint villages, dignified monasteries and authentic castles, take advantage of all the splendid panoramic outlooks, until you reach Tulln. ( Season 1 + 2 Train ride Krems-Tulln)

Day 7: Tulln – Vienna, approx. 35 km

The goal in mind you cycle cosy along the Tullnerfield. Approaching Vienna you will have a fantastic view of the skyline, far away from the fast-paced city and all the traffic. Vienna is a city that loves its music and food. Kids will have a great time enjoying traditional sweets and hot chocolate. At nearly every corner you’ll hear waltzes, impromptu violin concerts and various street performers. When the kids need a change of pace, head to the eastside of Vienna to ride the worlds’ oldest ferris wheel and run around the fun filled all-year-round amusement park “Prater”.

Day 8: Vienna

Before leaving Vienna make sure to visit the famous Naschmarkt (international foods/goods) and stop by the beautiful imperial castle Schönbrunn or even the Zoo. The train ride is provided back to Linz (personal bike with surcharge), or of course you can extend your stay in the City of Music.

7 nights in rooms with private facilities

Breakfast (or 6x dinner for a surcharge – in Vienna breakfast only)

Daily luggage transport (1 suitcase per Person/ max. 23 kg)

Children’s "surprise"

1x ship ride Spitz – Krems incl. bike

One ride on the Viennese Ferris Wheel (Prater)

Child-friendly hotel equipment (playroom, playground or garden)

1x train ride Vienna train station West – Linz (Transfer of own bikes not incl.)

1x handlebar bag with individualised route book and information material per room (also available as GPX file)

daily arrival possible

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Accommodation.

Hotel samples

3-star inns/hotels with a private and family atmosphere and the quite personal care. Here you can enjoy the worldwide known Austrian guest friendliness.

Linz : 4*Hotel Park Inn Mitterkirchen : Radlerbauernhof Moser Strudengau : Bauernhof Kerndler Wachau : Gasthof zur Wachau Tulln:  4* Diamond City Vienna: Arcotel (Kaiserwasser, Wimberger or Donauzentrum)

Note :  Please be informed that these are hotel samples and therefore subject to alteration! Find Your final hotel bookings at Your hotel list after/at booking.

Bicycles inclusive panniers

Trekking bikes.

• Ladies trekking bike 21-speed, freewheel, 28 inch tyres
• Men’s trekking bike 21-speed, freewheel, 28 inch tyres
• E-Bikes:  KTM Macina Fun, unisex or mens frame, 8 or 9 speed
• Child E-Bike (from 130cm)
• Trailer, Child seats, Child bikes

E-bikes | electrical bikes | pedelecs

E-Bikes are a great opportunity for people with different fitness level to take on a bike holiday together. With e-bikes every tour is a delight!

Please note : E-Bikes are very popular. As tghere is limited availybility please reserve your bikes early!

Bicycle breakdowns

It can happen even with new wheels and by best servicing. With the rental bikes you will receive repair vouchers which you can present in our authorised workshops along the way. Should a repair not be possible, please contact our service number! In a few hotels/guest houses we have some bikes on stock if you need to change them during the trip.

Private bicycles

You are welcome to bring your own bicycle. It is adapted especially to your needs. Do not forget to bring a repair kit with all necessary tools such as: keys, reserve tube and lock. Please check your own bicycle for operability upon arrival.

Valid for danube cycle path : For the return journey to Passau we recommend the reservation of the bus transfer or the train ride - some trains offer bicycle-parking possibilities, however those are limited and a reservation is necessary.

Rental bike disclaimer

If a traveller rents a  bike, he is basically liable for damages and theft. When booking our rental bike disclaimer, we assume liability so that in case of loss or damage to the rental bike (when properly used and secured) no financial responsibility must be paid. Excluded from this are only lost keys, batteries and chargers of e-bikes, as well as damage due to intent or gross negligence.

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Arrival - Parking - Departure

Arrival by plane.

Airport: Munich (MUC), Linz (LNZ), Vienna (VIE) Direct train connections from Vienna Airport to Linz (travel time: approx. 2 hours). A train ticket from Vienna to Linz is included in the tourprice. It can be used at the beginning or at the end of the tour and for  surcharge from Vienna Airport. 

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Arrival by car

Parking Garage Hessenplatz 16-18 (directly at Hotel Park Inn) ; approx. € 18 per day.

Arrival by train

Train station: Passau, Linz, Vienna A train ticket from Vienna to Linz is included in the tourprice. It can be used at the beginning or at the end of the tour.

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Additional information

Please note that double rooms with separate beds can only be listed as a non-binding customer request and can therefore not be confirmed fix. We try to meet your wishes and thank you for your understanding!

Multi-bed rooms are only available in limited numbers and book up quickly - so book early!

Helmets are mandatory in Austria for children up to 12 years! Please bring your own fitting helmet.

Local tax payable on spot (approx. € 1 - 2,5 per person/night)

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Danube Bike Path 5-nights (Active)

5 nights 50 miles/day Self guided from EUR € 749 Bike tour in Austria and Germany

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A fantastic 5-night adventure along the dreamy Danube

This fabulous 5-night tour along the romantic Danube River is a super 'sporty' experience for travelers interested in covering longer cycling distances each day. The 'Active' option described here treats you to an average of 50 miles per day. If you're looking for a more leisurely cycling option, check out the Danube Bike Path 7 Nights (Classic) tour.

Explore the picturesque paths along the winding Danube River just like the Romans did, as well as the legendary Nibelungs and Europe's powerful kings and emperors. You'll get to know the beauty and historical significance of this ancient military and trading route, whilst never being far away from the cool, clear waters of the river on one of Europe's most popular and beautiful cycling routes.

Pedaling off from the baroque town of Passau, the 'City of Three Rivers', you'll cycle through the various breathtaking districts of Upper and Lower Austria, finally arriving in the Danube metropolis of iconic Vienna. You'll fall in love with the natural beauty of the verdant Danube Valley, the stunning Schlögen Bend, and the wonderful landscapes of the Machland, Strudengau, and Wachau.

In rural areas, to accompany the excellent impressions garnered from your ride, you'll enjoy many traditional Austrian delicacies, from savory dumpling specialities to the moreish wines of the Wachau region's Buschenschenken taverns. Your physical wellbeing will be well catered for!

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• The famous Danube River
• One of Europe's most popular cycle routes
• Passau, 'City of Three Rivers'
• Vienna, 'City of Dreams'
• Stunning Schlögen Bend
• Landscapes along the Danube river - Machland, Strudengau, Wachau
• Traditional Austrian specialities and wines

Learn more about self-guided tours. Interested in adding to your itinerary? Take a look at our cycling day tours in Vienna and Munich .

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Daily program

Day 1: Individual arrival in Passau It is recommended to arrive early in Passau to allow yourself time to appreciate this gorgeous city. For a start, the well-known St. Stephan's Cathedral houses the world's largest church organ! In the evening, receive a personal welcome briefing and bike handover (if booked).

Day 2: Passau – Aschach (40 miles/65 km) We recommend a short city tour or a visit to the cathedral today, where you can hear the world's largest organ with your very own ears (except on Sundays and holidays)! You'll then start your cycling adventure along the Danube via Obernzell to Engelhartszell (boasting the only Trappist monastery in Austria). Ride through the wonderful nature reserve at Donauleiten and behold the breathtaking Schlögen Bend on its northern side. Here, the granite stone was too tough an opponent for the Danube River, which was forced into a 180° turn. You'll have time to gaze over this natural phenomenon during a ferry ride to the other side of the river where you'll soon reach Aschach and your hotel.

Day 3: Aschach – Ardagger/Grein (52 miles/90 km) Today, you'll glide through the glorious green of the Eferdinger Becken (basin) via Ottensheim, journeying onwards through Wilhering to the Upper Austrian capital of Linz. Following the motto 'In Liz beginnt's' ('It begins in Linz'), you'll start your city tour in one of the many restaurants that grace the historic Old Town. Further highlights of the European Cultural Capital of 2009 include the magnificent views from the Pöstlingberg or a stroll along the Danube. Later, you'll continue your trip towards Strudengau, exploring Nibelungengau, Grein, and the surrounding landscape.

Day 4: Ardagger/Grein – Krems (52 miles/85 km) From the Baroque town of Grein, home to the oldest city theater in Austria, you'll ride your bike along the lovely river once more. In Melk, we recommend briefly locking up so as not to miss the beauty of Melk Abbey, which towers above the Danube. Then, cycle onwards via the wine towns of Spitz and Weißenkirchen and past the ruins of the Dürnstein Castle to your hotel in Krems. Here, a wine tasting is highly recommended (not included in tour package).

Day 5: Krems – Vienna (52 miles/85 km) From the 1,000-year-old city of Krems, you'll cycle via Traismauer to the Roman town of Tulln. Here, you can once again enjoy the tranquility and culture (perhaps a visit to the Egon Schiele Museum) of the rural area before you arrive in the Danube metropolis of Vienna. Enjoy a cup of 'Verlängerter' coffee and a slice of the famous Sachertorte in one of the typical Viennese coffee houses. Alternatively, take a ride in one of the famous 'Fiaker' (horse-drawn carriages), or even a superb cycling day tour .

Day 6: Departure or extension If you are interested in extending your stay, we would be pleased to book extra nights for you. You could even consider a cycling day tour in Vienna , 'City of Dreams', or historical Munich .

Surface and terrain

The route mostly follows dedicated bike paths (only a few sections follow minor roads), and the terrain is flat, or slightly downhill. It's paved and almost traffic-free, following an old horse path where teams of horses once struggled to tow barges upstream.

To shorten a day's riding, you can often board a train or barge along the way. Many trains have cars specifically for bicycles, and barges carry them with no problem either.

From time to time you'll cross the river, ride over dams, locks and bridges, and sometimes board small ferries that hold about a dozen cyclists.

These are sample hotels and may vary by availability.

The accommodations on this tour are 3- and 4-star hotels.

Hotel Passauer Wolf, Passau www.hotel-passauer-wolf.de

Hotel Faustschlössl, Aschach hotelwebseite.at

Hotel Goldenes Kreuz, Grein www.hotel-in-grein.at

Hotel Unter den Linden, Krems www.udl.at

Courtyard by Marriott, Vienna Prater www.marriott.com

Please note if visitors tax is due, it is not included in the tour cost.

Interested in visiting other areas before or after your tour? Visit our hotels page to learn more about lodging options.

How to get there

Tour start Nearest airport: Munich (MUC), Germany Nearest train station: Passau, Germany

Flights into Munich If you fly into Munich, your best bet for transportation from Munich Airport to Passau is by train from nearby Freising station. They run at least once an hour, and you can purchase tickets after you arrive in Munich (about €22­-28 per person). You'll need to take a 20 ­minute bus ride from the airport to the Freising station (they leave at 21 after each hour), connecting with a train from Freising to Passau (about 1 hour, 45 minutes). Airport signage is excellent, leading you to the bus and station. Visit RailEurope.com for train schedules and fares or if you'd prefer to purchase tickets ahead of time.

Flights into Vienna If you fly into Vienna, we recommend taking the Vienna Airport Lines bus to Vienna's West Railway Station. Trains leave every 30 minutes, and the ride takes 45 minutes. You can purchase tickets in the terminal or from the driver. The cost is about €10. From the West Station, trains leave frequently for Passau, with the journey lasting 2.45­-3.25 hours. Cost: €25­-50. Visit RailEurope.com for train schedules and fares or if you'd prefer to purchase tickets ahead of time.

Trains also leave the Vienna Airport station less frequently and connect via West Station for Passau. See Austrian Rail at www.oebb.at for information and tickets, which range from €25­-65 depending on train and connections.

Tour end Nearest airport and train station: Vienna (VIE), Austria

Vienna City Center to Vienna Airport There are a number of convenient and inexpensive ways to get from Vienna City Center to Vienna Airport (about 15 miles away). Depending on which hotel you stay in and what time your flight is, one option may be better than another. All hotels used in Vienna are happy to provide detailed information. Taxis are also available.

Vienna City Center to Munich Airport If you are returning to Munich to fly out, trains leave often from Vienna's West Station and Main Station to Munich Main Station or East Station, from which you take local rail (S­Bahn) number 8 to the airport. Figure on about 5­-5.25 hours.

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Daily: Mar 30 - Oct 12, 2024

Tour package

Bike rentals, additional services, extra nights, passau, extra nights, vienna, included services.

• 5 nights in rooms with private facilities in 3- and 4-star hotels
• Daily breakfast from buffet
• Daily luggage transfer from hotel to hotel (no limit on pieces of luggage, max. 20 kg per piece)
• Route description and card material (1 per room)
• 7 day service hotline in case of emergencies
• Personal welcome meeting and bike fitting
• Rental bike insurance
• Navigational app (GPS tracks available upon request)

*If dinner package is booked: 4 dinners (not possible in Vienna)

Please note if visitors tax is due, it is not included in the tour cost. You will pay these small fees at hotel reception.

Bike rentals

Bikes available to be rented (in advance at the time of booking) include:

• Standard touring bike, 21-speed, unisex
• Standard touring bike, 21-speed, men's frames, crossbar
• Touring bike, 27-speed, upgrade
• Electrically assisted bike, Pedelec, unisex*
• Tandem bikes are available (upon request only)

*More about  electrically-assisted bikes >

All above bike rentals will be equipped with the following at no additional charge:

• Saddlebag (water-repellent), rear
• Handlebar bag (water-repellent), with clear cover on top for easy map viewing
• Repair kit (with extra bicycle tube)
• Combination lock

Pedals: The bikes will have flat pedals. If you want to bring your own pedals, please bring your own shoes and also the necessary equipment to change the pedals. Toe cages are not available to rent.

Seats: If you plan to bring your own seat, please make sure it will be compatible with a 27.2 to 31.4 mm seat post. If necessary, you may also need to bring your own adapter. The tour company will assist in switching the seat post for you.

Helmets: Helmets are not included with the bike rentals. You can buy a helmet (not rent) from the tour company for €49. It will be a high quality, brand new helmet. You must let us know your helmet preference upon booking. If you do not buy a helmet through the tour company, we recommend you bring your own.

Specifications on standard touring bikes

• Modern, high-resistant aluminum frame
• Aluminium-rims
• Reliable tires, which ensure high duration
• Shimano Alivio derailleur on 21-speed
• Selle Royal Saddles

*Posture for 21-speed standard bikes will be upright for comfort

Upgraded components on 27-speed standard bikes

• Hydraulic Magura HS 11 brakes
• Shimano Deore XT derailleur on 27-speed
• High-quality Suntour suspension fork

*Posture for 27-speed upgraded standard bikes will be upright and forward

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great trip aided by perfect weather

It was a great trip, very well organized. Did not get lost once in a 250 mile journey. I went in late fall and the weather was perfect each day. I was on the bike an average of 4 to 4.5 hours a day, but was able to break that up by stopping for lunch, a beer or site seeing. I am 59 YO but an active runner. I used an eBike which helped with the headwinds, but I was still pretty tired / sore by the end of the trip. I saw lots of other 'mature' couples that were doing a similar trip as well. Even though the route is labeled as moderate, you are still doing 50 miles a day. I think you need to be in at least average to above average shape to enjoy the trip.

• 5/5 Bikes + equipment
• 4/5 Hotels or boat
• 5/5 Scenery
• 5/5 Ease of navigation
• 5/5 Tour documents
• 4/5 Route selection

Trip of my dreams, will never forget this extraordinary experience!!

The best way to travel around Europe!! This tour is one of the most beautiful we have done, the places, towns, museums, are simply like getting into a dream like no one could ever imagine!! The people are very friendly, the organization is excellent, we never had any problems and when we had to go to the organizers, they responded diligently. This tour is highly recommended, I recommend that if you have booked dinner, arrive early or ask if there is a maximum time for dinner, because on several occasions we had problems with the time we got to eat. Otherwise, highly recommended!!

• 5/5 Included meals
• 5/5 Hotels or boat
• 5/5 Local tour company services
• 5/5 Route selection

As good as expected

Was an incredible experience. Good hotels and the path is easy to follow however a GPS is always recommended cycling the last mile. Next time I will choose an ebike.

I've wanted to do this for years!

Way back in 2005 I took a river boat cruise down the Danube and saw people cycling along the bank. Finally, after retiring and after covid, my dream ride happened. We weren't sure about the distance from Passau to Vienna, so we chose to take the ferry from Passau to Linz and start from there. We rode ebikes. This was a difficult choice for us because we ride quite a bit weekly in the States, but we were glad to have the ebikes. The bikes are a little heavy so riding on the econo mode gave us the feel of a regular weight bike. That detail aside, the ride, the hotels, the meals, and of course the people, were all fantastic. We planned to dress in layers and that served us well; mornings would start cool and afternoons could warm to the low 70's in early September. The scenery was amazing. Each hotel was lovely and if not directly on the trail, quite easy to find in the town/city. Because we rode through small towns, we saw a part of Austria that you cannot see from a boat or bus tour. The route was mostly well marked and when we did get off the beaten path, there was always someone who could point us in the right direction even if we don't speak the native language. We ate in our hotels, in small pubs, and a grocery store on Marback where we had a freshly made sandwich eaten on the deck at the edge of the river. It was all delicious. The beautifully refurbished family home in Mitterkirchen was lovely as was Stephanie, the owner, who greeted us. We sampled local wines as we traveled through the towns and Wachau Valley and had a fabulous dinner at the Hotel Schloss in Durnstein, while overlooking the Danube. We met people young and older from vairous parts of Germany, the UK, Canada, and local Austrians. I was a little worried about getting to the hotel in Vienna as we had to go down a main road and around a rotary, but Austria is such a bike friendly country that designated bike routes took us from the bridge to our hotel. An added bonus, when we did have to leave, the hotel was about 300 yards from the train station that took us directly to the airport. We won't wait years for the next bike trip, we're already looking at Vienna to Budapest!

• 4/5 Ease of navigation
• 4/5 Tour documents

Flawless......

Everything was excellent. Hotels exceeded our expectations. Bikes were great. Liz was very patient with our changes and special requests. We did the 4 day Danube. Very easy ride.

• 4/5 Scenery

Nice LONG ride

Disclaimer - I loved the vacation pedaling along in pretty much isolation, just my husband and I, and peaceful time in beautiful scenery. We loved the hotels we stayed at along the trail. For the average Joe though, the sport version isn't for you. That's why I wouldn't recommend this sporty trip to most people. See below for more details

The sporty ride was just that. Long days in the saddle, which we expected since my husband wanted to do the short (meaning less days not miles) due to work obligations. The 45-50 mile days seemed fine, but the 57 mile day was long.

The sporty version left little time for sight seeing along the way. We had to strategically plan out where we were going to spend our 2-2.5 hours of sightseeing time each day, because there was no possible way to see everything. We were on the bikes riding each day by 7:45-8:15, typically had a picnic lunch somewhere along the way with food we either carried with us or picked up along the way at a grocery store. (One of our picnics was standing by a rock waiting for the taxi to pick us up at the Mauthausen Concentration Camp to take us back to the taxi station downtown - would highly recommend the taxi unless you are VERY sporty or have an e-bike-info said there was a longer more gentle route, but we were having difficulty following some of the directions included.)

If going early in the season or on days with poor weather, I highly recommend taking some food and WATER with you. Only on the first ride day and the last ride day were any of the 'trail magic' stops open for an unexpected cup of coffee, beer, or food. Most things were shut down tight. It was in the low 40s when we started out 3 mornings and also raining 2 of those. Make sure you have GOOD rain gear -not water resistant - and waterproof gloves. Wringing out your cycling gloves and then having to put them back on isn't really very comfortable. Luckily our rain gear (except gloves was superb) Make sure your rain coat has a hood to put up under your helmet or take a waterproof helmet cover.

There were many places where we had detours (even on the bike path) due to various construction projects which made parts of the trip seem a bit harder navigating than they would otherwise have been. This seemed to happen both long ride days which made those days even longer.

Take toilet paper with you and be prepared to take a squat ladies - and men. There were long stretches with nothing in sight at times, and when you have to go...! I kind of expected this, so we were prepared.

The bikes we had didn't have cages to hold water bottles, so we had to carry the water in the pouches included on the bike. But to get a drink you had to stop unhook snaps, drink, rehook or roll down waterproof bags, and start again. I can't imagine we would have been able to or wanted to carry that much water (heavy) for warmer weather. Without easy access to water, the trip was extended about 5 minutes for every drink stop. Not that long but over 50+ miles, it adds up and takes away from time you could be doing more interesting touring.   SHOW MORE 

The bikes in general were heavy. We didn't get the road bikes though, because we knew we would have to be carrying supplies and the road bikes didn't offer that.

We LOVED our hotel room in Feldkirchen an der Donau -- Faustschlössl Hotel-Restaurant. The food was FABULOUS! Salmon with pesto and asparagus

We also LOVED our hotel room in Gasthof „Zur Donaubrücke“ and eating in the dining room - NOT lounge. The only thing we didn't like about this hotel was that reception/lobby was in the bar which is smoking permitted. On the day we checked in, it was so smoking I waited in the hallway. I wasn't willing to duck under the smoke cloud to get checked in. I'm not a smoker and have asthma. It was NOT happening.

We'd been to Melk Abbey before so didn't do that. But we did go into town. There is a great little bakery coffee shop on the left side of the left fork (probably main shopping street) kind of across from the butcher store which would be in the center of that fork mentioned when you go into town from the bike path. Great espresso and desserts. And they had GLUTEN FREE CAKES which made this GF necessary girl extremely happy!!!

Make sure you take an extra day in the Wachau/Krems/Durnstein area. It is FABULOUS!!!!!

The luggage transfers went off without a hitch - thank goodness!!! Be prepared to carry your luggage up to the top floor of every hotel.

• 4/5 Included meals
• 4/5 Bikes + equipment
• 3/5 Ease of navigation
• 3/5 Tour documents
• 4/5 Local tour company services
• 3/5 Route selection

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Bicycling the Danube Passau to Vienna

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• Introduction
• Day 1 Welcome to Passau
• Day 2 Passau, Germany to Linz, Austria
• Day 3 Linz to Bad Kreuzen
• Day 4 Bad Kreuzen to Melk
• Day 5 Melk to Dürnstein
• Day 6 Dürnstein to Vienna
• Day 7 Farewell!

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• August 2025
• Friday 14 Jun, 2024 Thursday 20 Jun, 2024 English Almost Sold Out Multiple Room Types €4,119 Confirm Dates
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Cycle The Danube Path - From Passau To Linz

Danube cycle path - family cycle tour.

6 Days / 5 Nights, approx. 75 km, 15-20 km daily, mostly flat, Family-friendly 4- and 3-star hotels and inns

Children love family cycle tours! What is nicer than cycling with the parents and grandparents along the beautiful River Danube Cycle Path? The short and easy daily stages are easy for the kids to manage. Along the cycle tour great adventures along wait for you: castles, boats, mermaids and the fairytale world at Pöstlingberg in Linz. You can also stop at the Danube beaches for an enjoyable break.

From  € 349

Price Per Person In Double Room 6 Days / 5 Nights, 4- and 3-star hotels and inns.

I'm interested in getting offer about Self Guided Cycling Holiday The Danube Cycle Path

Detailed information about self guided cycling holiday along the danube.

• 5 nights in family friendly 4- and 3-star hotels along the route of the Danube cycle path
• daily buffet breakfast or extended breakfast
• family room (double room with extra beds)
• luggage transfer from hotel to hotel as far as Linz (1 piece per person max. 23 kg)
• boat trip Passau–Kasten incl. bike
• transfer by train Ottensheim–Linz incl. bike
• return transfer by train Linz–Passau (transport of own bike is not included)
• family friendly equipped hotels and inns (playroom, playground)
• Your personal cycle route in an individualised cycle book, as a digital application for computer and mobile phone, GPX data for your navigation device
• 1 high quality handlebar bag for a perfect transport of your travel documents per room and as a gift
• service-hotline also at the weekend
• recharge the electrically powered bike in every booked hotel

Additional costs: All prices in our offer include VAT. Not included in our prices is the city tax (approx. Euro 1- to 2.50 per person/night) and is to be paid at the respective hotel.

• Day 1 – Individual arrival in Passau Arrive with your family for your cycle holiday along the Danube Cycle Path. Check-in, handover of your travel documents and you receive your rented bike in our bike centre. Enjoy a stroll through the beautiful old town of Passau and the ships in the pier arouse enthusiasm by the grown-ups and kids. Example of hotel: Hotel Spitzberg **** in Passau
• Day 2 – From Passau to Niederranna/surroundings, approx. 15 km After breakfast enjoy the boat trip from Passau to Kasten, where your cycle tour starts. After a few kilometres you see the mermaid, called Isa and we recommend a visit of the water adventure world “Haus am Strom” in Engelhartszell. Example of hotel: Gasthof Luger *** in Wesenufer
• Day 3 – From Niederranna/surroundings to Obermühl, approx. 20 km You soon reach along the Danube cycle path the world famous “Schlögener Schlinge”, where the River Danube made its way in millenniums through the hard granite rock in a S loop. Fortresses and ruins flank the wooded hills and emboss the scenery. Family tip: Walk to the viewpoint of the “Schlögener Schlinge”. Example of hotel: Hotel-Gasthof Aumüller*** in Obermühl
• Day 4 – From Obermühl to Aschach, approx. 20 km As soon as you leave behind the Upper Danube Valley, the fertile Eferdinger Becken spreads out before you. Vegetable & fruit areas under cultivation line up along the cycle path and we recommend tasting the piquant gherkin or the delicious asparagus specialities. Family tip: the ruin Schaunberg revives the Knight’s time. Example of hotel: Hotel-Gasthof Sonne in Aschach
• Day 5 – From Aschach to Linz, approx. 20 km Leisurely you cycle along the south side of the Danube Cycle Path up to power station in Ottensheim, where you cycle to the other side of the river. From Ottensheim you take the train to Linz. Family tip: Visit the fairytale world at Pöstlingberg in Linz Example of hotel: Hotel Prielmayrhof**** in Linz
• Day 6 – Individual departure or extra nights Return by train to Passau from your cycling tour (included).

Daily Arrival: 09.04.2022 – 23.10.2022

* 109 € – Half board supplement (in Vienna only breakfast) (per person and stay). * Children’s discount (3rd and 4th person in extra bed with 2 full-paying persons).

10% Early Booking Discount If Your Booking Reaches Us At Least 60 Days Prior To Your Holiday Start.

Extra nights, rates and additional services to book, bike to hire.

Parking possibilities during your cycle holiday along the Danube cycle path:

In Passau a carpark for your car during your cycle tour is at a parking garage. Locked and covered parking garage: € 9,-/day Parking garage with E-connection: € 10,-/day plus € 20,- charging fee Locked but outdoor on a parking ground: € 6,-/day (This carpark must be reserved prior your arrival of your cycling tour, payable on the spot)

Security for your booking

As a tour operator, the safety, well-being and health of our customers are top priorities for us. We are constantly monitoring the current situation and are in close contact with official authorities. In the event of travel changes, we will inform you immediately. If an official travel warning is issued on your arrival date for your destination or your home town, you can of course cancel your trip free of charge or change your booking to another date.

Note for people with limited mobility

The cycle tour is not suitable for people with limited mobility. However, in specific cases it is possible to accommodate individual customer requests (e.g. barrier-free room).

Passport and visa requirements

To check in to your hotel you will need a valid passport or ID card. For citizens of countries outside the Schengen area other regulations may apply. You are responsible for obtaining any visa you may require in good time.

Terms and Conditions of Payment:

The deposit of 10% of the tour price is due at the latest 14 days after receipt of the booking confirmation. The balance must be paid 14 days before arrival.

Cancellation Policy:

According to our General Terms and Conditions, the customer may withdraw from the contract at any time in writing. In the event of cancellation or non-commencement of travel, the following cancellation fees will become payable: 50% of the tour price from 28th to 8th day before arrival date 70% of the tour price from 7th to 4th day before arrival date 90% of the tour price from 3rd day before arrival date to the day of arrival

If the customer makes changes to the booking (date of travel, tour, duration, transfer of the booking to another person etc.) up to 28 days before departure, for reasons which are outside our control, we will charge a processing fee of € 50,- per booking. After this date, the cancellation policy will apply. Such changes to a booking may only be made in individual cases and if possible; the customer has no right to any changes.

Our detailed Terms and Conditions of Business can be viewed on our website at https://cycle-danube.com/ ; upon request, will also send them to you by e-mail.

In case of a booking your announced data will be only used from https://cycle-danube.com/ for the process of bookings and related transactions and will be passed on only in the context of the contractual relationship to third parties. (for example, tourist service providers, sights, passenger transport, processors). The detailed Privacy Notice you will find on https://cycle-danube.com/

Standard information

The combination of travel services offered to you is a package within the meaning of Directive (EU) 2015/2302. This ensures that you will benefit from all EU rights applicable to packages. Company https://cycle-danube.com/ will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the package as a whole.

Additionally, as required by law, the company cycle-danube.com has protection in place to refund your payments and, where transport is included in the package, to ensure your repatriation in the event that it becomes insolvent.

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