Alpe Adria 1 - From Salzburg to Villach
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating multi-day tour that takes you through the heart of Austria's most stunning landscapes. Starting in the baroque city of Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart, you'll journey through picturesque valleys, past majestic mountains, and into charming towns rich with history and culture. Along the way, you'll marvel at architectural wonders, soak in the beauty of nature, and immerse yourself in the local way of life. This tour is perfect for those who love cycling, as it includes a journey along the Tauern Cycle Path and the Glockner Cycle Path. From the tranquil Gastein Valley to the bustling city of Villach, this tour offers a unique blend of relaxation and adventure, history and modernity, nature and urban charm.
Included
4 x breakfast
Train ride Tauernschleuse: Böckstein - Mallnitz incl. bike
4 x overnight stays in selected *** to **** hotels and inns with accommodation in double room / single room with bath or shower/WC
Individual bike tour
Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel
Detailed travel documents (route descriptions, maps, information and important telephone numbers)
GPS data available
Handlebar bag for your travel documents (1 per room)
Video briefing
7-day carefree service number
Fire and ice travel insurance
Map
Attractions
Gollinger Wasserfall
Hellbrunn Palace
Salzburg CathedralDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Salzburg
- Salzburg - Arrival day
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Your journey begins in the enchanting city of Salzburg, renowned for its baroque architecture and as the birthplace of Mozart. Spend the day exploring the city's beautiful old town and don't forget to pick up some Mozartkugeln, a local delicacy, for your journey.
Day 2 – Day 2: Salzburg to St. Johann
- Salzburg
- Hallein
- Golling an der Salzach
- St Johann im Pongau
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- Gollinger Wasserfall
- Hellbrunn Palace
- Salzburg Cathedral
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Depart from Salzburg, taking in the view of the Hohensalzburg Fortress as you leave the city. Cycle along the Salzach, passing the summer residence of the Salzburg prince-bishops, Hellbrunn Palace. Continue your journey to Hallein, known for its crooked townhouses and salt mines. Don't miss the Golling waterfall and the Pongau Cathedral in St. Johann, your final destination for the day.
Day 3 – Day 3: St. Johann to Bad Gastein
- Bad Gastein
- Dorfgastein
- Bad Hofgastein
- St Johann im Pongau
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- Gartl Waterfall
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Continue your journey through the serene Gastein Valley, framed by the peaks of the Hohe Tauern. Cycle along the Gasteiner Ache, passing through Dorfgastein and Bad Hofgastein before reaching the spa town of Bad Gastein. Known as the 'Montecarlo of the Alps', Bad Gastein is famous for its grand hotels and the Gastein waterfall.
Day 4 – Day 4: Bad Gastein to Villach
- Bad Gastein
- Villach
- Mallnitz
- Spittal a der Drau District
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- Mauterndorf Castle
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From Bad Gastein, cycle to Böckstein and board a train to Mallnitz. From there, cycle downhill to Obervellach, enjoying the breathtaking high mountain landscape along the Glockner Cycle Path. Continue to Möllbrücke and then to Spittal a.d. Drau, known for the Renaissance Porcia Castle. Your final destination for the day is Villach, the second largest city in Carinthia, known for its vibrant festivals and numerous attractions.
Day 5 – Day 5: Departure from Villach
- Villach - Departure day
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Your multi-day tour concludes in Villach. You may choose to extend your stay and explore more of the city's attractions or depart at your leisure.
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