Danube Cycle Path - The Classic Tour Category B

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Description

Summary

Starts
Passau
Duration
8 days
Difficulty
Easy

Description

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day cycling tour through the heart of Europe. Starting in the charming city of Passau, Germany, you'll pedal your way through the picturesque landscapes of the Upper Danube Valley, the vibrant city of Linz, the quaint town of Grein, and the renowned wine-growing region of Wachau Valley, before ending your journey in the historic city of Vienna, Austria. Along the way, you'll visit iconic attractions, taste local delicacies, and immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of these regions. This multi-day tour is perfect for those seeking an active holiday filled with breathtaking views, cultural exploration, and memorable experiences.

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Included

luggage transfer from hotel to hotel from Passau to Vienna (1 piece per person, max. 23 kg)

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

service hotline also at the weekend

recharge the electrically powered bike in every booked hotel free of charge

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7 nights in 3-star hotels along the Danube cycle path

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daily buffet breakfast

vegetarian, vegan, meat

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return transfer Vienna–Passau by bus or train

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Destinations

Krems an der Donau - city in AustriaKrems an der Donau
Linz, Austria. Panoramic view of the old town.Linz
Church Heiliger Franz of Assisi at Mexikoplatz, Vienna, Austria.Vienna
Passau - city in GermanyPassau

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Attractions

Prandegg CastlePrandegg Castle
Museum LauriacumMuseum Lauriacum
Baumkronenweg, Kopfing im Innkreis, Bezirk Schärding, Upper Austria, AustriaBaumkronenweg
Schlossmuseum Linz, Innere Stadt, Linz, Upper Austria, AustriaSchlossmuseum Linz
Klosterneuburg Monastery, Gemeinde Klosterneuburg, Bezirk Tulln, Lower Austria, AustriaKlosterneuburg Monastery
Melk AbbeyMelk Abbey
Photo of the Wiener Riesenrad or Vienna Giant Wheel 65m tall Ferris wheel in Prater park in Austria.Prater

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Passau

  • Passau - Arrival day
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Welcome to Passau, Germany! After checking in, you'll receive your travel documents and rented bike at our bike center. Spend the rest of the day exploring this charming city at your own pace.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Passau to Schlögen Schlinge

  • Passau
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  • Baumkronenweg
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Start your cycling journey along the Upper Danube Valley towards Schlögen Schlinge. Don't forget to visit the famous Monastery Engelszell, renowned for its delicious liqueurs.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Schlögen Schlinge to Linz

  • Linz
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  • Prandegg Castle
  • Museum Lauriacum
  • Schlossmuseum Linz
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Cycle through the fertile region of the 'Eferdinger Becken' to Linz, the capital of Upper Austria. In the evening, explore the city's attractions, including the new Music Theatre, the Art Museum Lentos, and Linz Castle.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Linz to Grein

  • Linz
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After a city tour of Linz, cycle through the flat Machland to the Strudengau, before reaching the charming baroque town of Grein.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Grein to Wachau Valley

Day 5: Grein to Wachau Valley

  • Melk Abbey
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Cycle past the picturesque villages of Grein, St. Nikola, and Maria Taferl, towards the beautiful Melk Abbey in Lower Austria. This imposing monastery marks the beginning of the Wachau Valley, Austria's most popular wine-growing region.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Wachau Valley to Traismauer

Day 6: Wachau Valley to Traismauer

Enjoy a scenic ride through well-known villages such as Weissenkirchen, Spitz, Dürnstein, and Krems before continuing to Traismauer. Don't miss the chance to stop at a traditional wine tavern for some local specialties.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Traismauer to Vienna

  • Vienna
  • Krems an der Donau
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  • Klosterneuburg Monastery
  • Prater
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Cycle through the Tullner Feld, the garden town of Tulln, and past the Klosterneuburg Monastery. Your cycling path ends in Vienna, Austria's capital, where you can explore magnificent buildings along the Ringstraße, Palace Schönbrunn, the Prater with its Giant Ferry Wheel, and of course, the traditional Viennese coffee houses.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Return to Passau

  • Vienna
  • Passau - Departure day
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Your memorable cycling tour concludes today. Depending on the season, you'll have the option to return to Passau either by train or by bus. Please note that the transfer of your own bike is not included in the train option.

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