Salzburg - Vienna: From the Salzkammergut to the Danube Cycle Path
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an enchanting 8-day journey through the heart of Austria, a land of stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of natural beauty, historical landmarks, and local experiences. Starting from the charming city of Salzburg, you'll traverse picturesque lakes, verdant valleys, and quaint towns, culminating in the grandeur of Vienna. Along the way, you'll visit iconic attractions like the Hohensalzburg fortress, the baroque town of Grein, and the Benedictine Abbey of Melk. Whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or a culture enthusiast, this tour promises a memorable adventure.
Included
1x boat trip on Lake Traunsee incl. bike
1x train ride Lambach - Linz incl. bike
1x train ride Tulln - Vienna incl. bike
1x return train journey Vienna - Salzburg excl. bike
7 nights in room with shower/WC
*** Discount for children: From two full-paying children receive a discount if they are accommodated in the parents' room. The discount varies according to the age of the child. Please contact us if you would like to receive a family offer from us.
0 to 6,99 years - 100%
7 to 11,99 years - 50%
12 to 14,99 years - 25%
15 to 99 years - 10%
In Austria, helmets are compulsory for children up to the age of 12! Please protect your youngest and bring the appropriate helmet.
Daily breakfast
Daily luggage transport to hotel in Vienna (1 piece of luggage per person/max. 23 kg)
Linz Card (free admission to popular museums in Linz - valid for 1 day)
1x bottle of quality wine from the Wachau region per room
1x zone ticket for Vienna public transport (hotel - train station)
Free WLAN in the hotels
1x handlebar bag with individualized route book and information material per room (also available as GPX file)
Map
Attractions
Rettenbach-Klamm
Oberösterreichisches Landesmuseum
Burgruine Senftenberg
Traunfall
Attersee
Mauthausen Memorial
Seepromenade Mondsee
Fortress HohensalzburgDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Salzburg Exploration
- Salzburg - Arrival day
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- Salzburg Residence
- Getreidegasse Street
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Begin your journey in the enchanting city of Salzburg. Explore the majestic Hohensalzburg Fortress and soak in the panoramic views of the old town. Later, enjoy a leisurely stroll through the famous Getreidegasse.
Day 2 – Day 2: Journey to Attersee
- Salzburg
- Mondsee
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- Attersee
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Leave Salzburg behind as you head towards Wallersee. Traverse the scenic shores of Mondsee and arrive at Attersee, Austria's largest inland waterway. Revel in the beauty of this popular bathing lake, known for its mesmerizing play of colors.
Day 3 – Day 3: Adventure to Ebensee
- Weyregg am Attersee
- Gmunden
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- Rettenbach-Klamm
- Traunfall
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Embark on a short climb into the Weißenbach valley, followed by a thrilling descent to the banks of the Traun. Enjoy a leisurely bike ride to the town of Ebensee, where a boat awaits to take you on a serene journey.
Day 4 – Day 4: Journey to Linz
- Linz
- Gmunden
- Krenglbach
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- Kammerhof Museum
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Today's bike tour takes you through Laakirchen, home to a fascinating papermaking museum, and Steyermühl, before reaching Lambach. From here, a train ride will take you to Linz, the vibrant capital of Upper Austria, where numerous sights await your exploration.
Day 5 – Day 5: Exploration of Danube Floodplains
- Linz
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- Oberösterreichisches Landesmuseum
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Pass through the Danube town of Mauthausen and immerse yourself in the stunning natural landscape of the Danube floodplains, home to rare flora and fauna. End your day in the baroque town of Grein, which houses Austria's oldest theater.
Day 6 – Day 6: Journey to Wachau
Day 6: Journey to Wachau
- Prandegg Castle
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Start your day in Grein with a visit to the shipping museum in Greinburg Castle and the oldest municipal theater in Austria. Then, continue your journey through the Nibelungengau to the world-famous Wachau region.
Day 7 – Day 7: Journey to Vienna
- Tulln
- Vienna
- Melk
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- Burgruine Rabenstein
- Venus von Willendorf - Fundstätte
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Today, visit the Benedictine Abbey of Melk and the site where the Venus of Willendorf was found. Enjoy the region's wines at local taverns. From the Roman town of Tulln, continue by train to Vienna, the grand capital of Austria.
Day 8 – Day 8: Return to Salzburg
- Vienna - Departure day
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Your Austrian adventure concludes with a train ride back to Salzburg. You can choose to extend your stay in Vienna or return to Salzburg to explore more of this charming city.
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