Cycling on the Danube from Passau to Vienna
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an enchanting multi-day tour that takes you on a journey through the heart of Central Europe. Starting in the city of three rivers, Passau, you'll cycle through Germany and Austria, exploring the stunning landscapes and rich history of these countries. Along the way, you'll visit famous cathedrals, monasteries, castles, and vineyards, and experience the unique culture and hospitality of the local communities. From the grandeur of Vienna to the tranquility of the Danube, this tour offers a unique blend of adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion. Whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or a food and wine enthusiast, this tour has something for everyone.
Included
All breakfasts and one wine tasting included.Breakfast: Buffet style breakfast will usually consist of fresh bread, cheese, ham, croissants, butter, jam, tea or coffee.Lunch and Dinner (not included): there are numerous restaurants along the route with a selection of menus of two or more courses and the route notes will provide more details to help you decide. Self-guided cycling also lends itself really well to picnics. You can stop wherever you please, in a spot that suits you and eat your lunch taking in your chosen view.
vegetarian, vegan, meat
All luggage transfers
Route notes and maps
Local bike hire
As this is a self-guided holiday there is no group and no leader. Your luggage is transferred and route notes and maps are provided. The routes notes contain an emergency assistance telephone number, available daily from 08.00-20.00. In case of emergency, the hotels are normally able to dispatch a taxi or pick you up themselves. They may wish to charge for this service.
We use a mixture of charming 3 and 4 star hotels, on this trip, that are generally well located. All prices are based on 2 persons sharing, so if there is an odd number of people travelling in your party or you are travelling alone, there will be a compulsory supplement for a single room for the tour duration. For a solo traveller there is an additional charge to cover transfer costs. We may be able to arrange a triple room if required, and there is a small reduction for this. The reduction will need to be calculated for each booking, as we cannot guarantee availability of triple rooms on all nights. Please ask for a quote if this is your preferred option.
Your luggage will be transported between the hotels by a minibus. Please leave your luggage at the reception by 8:30AM on the first day and 9:00AM on subsequent days.
From Vienna Airport, there are numerous trains travelling to Passau. Please speak to your sales consultant for more information.
Map
Attractions
Arnulf Rainer Museum
Prandegg Castle
Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
Wachau
Burg Kreuzenstein
Melk Abbey
Schönbrunn Palace
Grottenbahn am Pöstlingberg
Stadtplatz Steyr
Dom St StephanDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Exploring Passau
- Passau - Arrival day
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- Dom St Stephan
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Your journey begins in the charming city of Passau, known as the city of three rivers. If you arrive early, take the opportunity to explore the city's famous cathedral, home to the world's largest church organ. In the evening, you'll receive your bikes and a personal welcome briefing.
Day 2 – Day 2: From Passau to Engelhartszell
- Passau
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- Schaiblingsturm
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Leave Passau behind and cycle into Austria, immersing yourself in the stunning river landscapes of Central Europe. You'll pass by the only Trappist monastery in Austria at Engelhartszell and continue to the famous Schlögener Loop, where the Danube makes a spectacular U-turn around a granite mountain.
Day 3 – Day 3: Engelhartszell to Linz
- Linz
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- Walding Zoo
- Grottenbahn am Pöstlingberg
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The journey continues downstream, where the valley narrows and takes on a wilder appearance. You'll pass the beautiful Ottensheim Castle, one of the oldest places in Austria, before reaching the historic Cistercian Abbey at Wilhering. The day ends in Linz, where you can explore the old town starting from the central Hauptplatz.
Day 4 – Day 4: Linz to Grein
- Linz
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- Prandegg Castle
- Stadtplatz Steyr
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Today's route takes you away from the Danube, via the Augustinian abbey of St Florian, to Enns, the oldest town in Austria. Back along the Danube, you'll reach the beautiful baroque town of Grein, where you can visit the oldest municipal theatre in Austria, the maritime museum, or Greinburg Castle.
Day 5 – Day 5: Grein to Melk
- Melk
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- Melk Abbey
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Cycle through the fascinating landscape of tall and densely wooded rock formations on both sides of the Danube. The journey takes you through quiet riverside towns, with numerous examples of castles that were positioned to exert power over the area. The day ends with a visit to the stunning Benedictine abbey at Melk.
Day 6 – Day 6: Melk to Krems
- Melk
- Krems-Land District
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- Wachau
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Ride through the magnificent Wachau terraced vineyards, one of Austria's best-known wine-growing regions. The route winds between the pretty villages of Spitz, Weisenkirchen, and Durnstein, where you can visit a spectacular monastery and the ruins of a castle where King Richard the Lionheart was held for ransom. The day ends in the 1000-year-old town of Krems, where you can enjoy a wine tasting.
Day 7 – Day 7: Krems to Vienna
- Krems-Land District
- Vienna
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- Burg Kreuzenstein
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Start the day with a train ride from Krems to Tulln, then ride past Greifenstein and Klosterneuburg. You'll pass many castles, including the Kreuzenstein Castle in Korneuburg. Arriving into Vienna, enjoy a cup of coffee and a piece of typical Viennese cake, 'Sachertorte', in one of the numerous coffee houses. In the evening, take a stroll around Stephansplatz or walk along the famous shopping street Mariahilfer Strausse.
Day 8 – Day 8: Exploring Vienna
- Vienna - Departure day
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- Arnulf Rainer Museum
- Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
- Schönbrunn Palace
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Spend your final day exploring the vibrant city of Vienna. Visit the grand Schonbrunn Palace, the Sigmund Freud Museum, and take a tour of the Vienna State Opera House. Don't forget to visit one of the city's many coffee shops to enjoy the typical Viennese cake, Sachertorte.
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