Blue Danube Cycle Tour

Package Overview

Trip Highlights
Cycling along the Danube bike path
Exploring the three river town of Passau and the majestic city of Vienna
Experiencing the timelessness of the river landscape
The abbey at Melk and the Danube loop
The romantic Wachau Valley
Trip Summary
Follow the winding route of the Danube and discover the lively history of one of Europe's most important rivers. Cycle past Austrian castles, Benedictine monasteries and ancestral vineyards en route to Vienna. From Germany, follow the Danube eastward into Austria, across the fertile plains of the Wachau Valley, home to both piety and wine. 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.

Trip Grading
This trip involves 6 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.Travel to Passau and from Vienna
Dinner in Vienna, lunch and drinks
Items of a personal nature
Tour guide – this is a self guided cycling trip
Entrance fees
Ferries
Transfers
Travel insurance
Helmet purchase - supplement applies - must be pre booked and paid for before departure
Train or bus Vienna back to Passau - we can book this if required, please ask for our rates

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Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrive Passau

  Make your way to your hotel, where you will receive your travel documents. The remainder of the day is free to explore the town. Located at the junction of three rivers, the Danube, Inn and Ilz, Passau has a number of interesting sites including the Fortress “Veste Oberhaus”, built in 1219 and with an observation tower that offers a good view of the town and the river, and St Stephens Cathedral which has the world’s largest church organ. Collect your bike this afternoon (4-7 pm) or tomorrow morning. Generally we provide bikes with 21 gears – if you would like a 7 speed bike please specify this on booking.

• Day 2 : Cycle Through Countryside to Engelhartszell and Schlögen (41km / 25.5mi)

  If you pick up your bike this morning, the cycle begins directly at the bike garage. Today you'll cycle through the Upper Danube Valley to Schlögen, following the river. Pass through the Austrian border town of Engelhartszell, which is home to a former Cistercian abbey (1293-1786) and since 1925 the only Trappist monastery in Austria, then continue to Schlögen. The famous Schlögener Blick provides a wonderful view of the surrounding Austrian countryside.

• Day 3 : Cycle Past Aschach and Wilhering to Linz (55km / 34mi)

  Between the banks of the Danube there are small passenger ferries that you can take. On the southern bank of the Danube you pass Aschach and cycle through the slowly widening fertile basin of Eferfing. Continue past the monastery at Wilhering and reach the capital of Upper Austria, Linz. The city has a lively arts and music culture. In 1783 Mozart wrote his Symphony No. 36 here, now known as the Linz Symphony. The modern art gallery “Lentos”, situated on the Danube and illuminated at night, is worth a look, or enjoy an evening strolling around the lovely main square.

• Day 4 : Cycle to Grein and Strudengau Via Burg Clam Castle (60km / 37mi)

  The cycle continues along the Danube cycle path and you can visit Enns, the oldest town in Austria, or across the river, the Mauthausen concentration camp. It is possible to visit the camp and its interesting museum, although the detour requires a steep uphill climb. This leg takes you through beautiful meadows and tranquil hinterland, past the Celtic village of Mitterkitchen and the majestic church in Baumgartenberg, and on to the romantic castle of Clam and the town of Grein. In Grein you will find the oldest Austrian theatre which is open to visitors. Continue to Strudengau.

• Day 5 : To Nibelungengau Region and Visit Melk, Famous for Its Monastery (50km / 31mi)

  Today's cycle takes you through the fascinating landscape of tall and densely wooded rock formations on the both sides of the river. From Strudengau you soon arrive in Ybbs, a former trading centre on the Danube. High above the Danube is the pilgrimage church of Maria Taferl, and well before you reach the town of Melk you can see its huge monastery. There will be ample time in the afternoon to explore the museum and abbey and absorb the sweeping view from its balcony. Overnight in the Nibelungengau (the region surrounding Melk)

• Day 6 : Cycle Through Wachau and On to Krems (50km / 31mi)

  Today you pedal through the renowned Wachau, with its truly romantic scenery of terraced vineyards, apricot groves and quaint villages. En route to Krems you cycle through the winery villages of Spitz, Weisskirchen and Durnstein and pass several abbeys, castles and ruins. There's also the possibility to take a break from your bike and relax on a short boat excursion. Alongside the cycle path you will find the so called “Heurigen” (typical Austrian wine taverns) where you can taste wine or regional foods.

• Day 7 : To Vienna Including Train Journey to Tulln (40km / 25mi)

  This morning you take the train to Tulln, where you cycle through the Vienna Woods (Wiener Wald) towards metropolitan Vienna, capital of Austria. Along the way, we recommend stopping to visit the impressive monastery in Klosterneuberg before continuing to the "City of Music". The route into Vienna is mostly on a cycle path with no vehicles allowed, allowing you easy access to the main centre and your hotel. (Dinner not included tonight).

• Day 8 : Trip Concludes in Vienna

  Trip concludes after breakfast. Make sure you visit the famous sights of Vienna such as the ‘Naschmarkt’, the City Opera, the Ringstrasse with its imposing buildings and the beautiful imperial castle Schönbrunn.

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Inclusions

• Hotel
• Sightseeing
• 7 breakfasts, 6 dinners (dinner not included in Vienna). Continental breakfasts are served and usually consist of breads, jams, cheese, occasionally eggs and meats, coffee, tea and juices.
• Dinner will consist of 3 courses which include regional specialities
• 7 nights accommodation in rooms with ensuite facilities on a twin share basis, according to the chosen hotel category
• Transfer of luggage from hotel to hotel (1 suitcase max 20kg per person)
• 21 speed bike rental equipped with 2 panniers (7 speed bikes on request or if 21-speed is fully booked, children trailers - max 2 children, 40kg - on request.
• A limited number of 8-speed electric bikes are available for hire - must be pre-booked and a supplement applies). Odometer (not on e-bikes).
• Welcome drink at your arrival hotel in Passau
• 1 free bottle of wine per room from a vineyard in the Wachau Valley
• A tasting of regional products
• Train ride Krems (or Traismauer) to Tulln (including bike)
• Maps, route information and tourist information, and handlebar bag per room
• Emergency hotline
• Note: Children’s prices are available on request – excellent discounts apply.

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Exclusions

• Travel to Passau and from Vienna
• Dinner in Vienna, lunch and drinks
• Items of a personal nature
• Tour guide – this is a self guided cycling trip
• Entrance fees
• Ferries
• Transfers
• Travel insurance
• Helmet purchase - supplement applies - must be pre booked and paid for before departure
• Train or bus Vienna back to Passau - we can book this if required, please ask for our rates

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Terms & Conditions

Payment Terms & Methods :
* Some Advance Percentage of total booking amount
* Airfare/Transport fare to be paid full at one time in advance.

Cancellation & Refund Policy :
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
* Retention Amount varies as per the number of days left before your package start date.

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