Salzburg to Vienna Cycle
Salzburg to Vienna Cycle
Salzburg to Vienna Cycle
8 Days Starting in Salzburg, Austria and ending in Vienna, Austria
Visiting: Salzburg, Attersee, Gmunden, Linz, Grein, Wachau Valley, Vienna
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Tour code:
SVC
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey with the "Salzburg to Vienna Cycle" tour, a self-guided adventure through Austria's most picturesque landscapes. Pedal through the breathtaking Salzkammergut region, renowned for its stunning lakes and mountains, and explore the musical cities of Salzburg and Vienna. Experience the timeless beauty of the river landscape, visit the historic abbey at Melk, and savor the superb wines of the romantic Wachau Valley. Enjoy 7 nights in cozy 3-star hotels and local inns, with luggage transfers and a well-equipped bike provided. This moderate cycling tour is perfect for those seeking a blend of nature, culture, and adventure.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Salzburg
Location: Salzburg
Accommodation Name: hotel
Check into the hotel where you will receive your travel documents. The remainder of the day is free to explore the city. The attractions are numerous and you should spend some time visiting the castle, the square or enjoying a beer in one of the monastery breweries.
Day 2 : Cycle To Attersee Via An Old Railroad Track (60Km/37Mi)
Location: Attersee
Accommodation Name: local inn
Meals Included: Breakfast
The cycle begins today along an old railroad track leading to Lake Mondsee, and the foothills of Attergau and Attersee with its stunning lakeside position. The region is very popular for European holidaymakers who are drawn to the picture postcard views and lake activities including sailing the interesting hamlets.
Day 3 : Cycle The Weissenbachtal Valley To Traunsee And Ebensee Then Gmunden (30 Or 55Km/18 Or 34Mi)
Location: Gmunden
Accommodation Name: local inn
Meals Included: Breakfast
Another day cycling through the stunning Salzkammergut region, where expansive emerald lakes ringed by mountains and pretty villages are characteristic, and cycling, hiking and boating are the leisure activities of choice during spring, summer and autumn. The route winds its way between Attersee Lake and the northern end of Traunsee Lake. Continue to Ebensee where you catch a boat to Traunsee or continue cycling the whole way.
Day 4 : Cycle To Lambach, By Train To Linz (30Km/18.5Mi)
Location: Linz
Accommodation Name: local inn
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today’s cycle takes you north to Upper Austria. Leaving the Salzkammergut region behind, the route takes you via Laakirchen und Steyrermühl to Lambach, a market town on the Ager and Traun Rivers. In Lambach you take the train to Linz. The city has many sights including the Brucknerhaus, the esteemed concert hall and the Lentos Art Museum featuring an excellent array of modern art. Take a stroll through the town's pedestrian streets or along the Danube. Overnight Linz.
Day 5 : To Grein And Strudengau Via The Monastery Of Florian (60Km/37Mi)
Location: Grein
Accommodation Name: local inn
Meals Included: Breakfast
The route follows the Danube with diversions to the impressive sights en route including the monastery of St Florian and Enns, the oldest town in Austria. Overnight in Grein. Grein is a baroque village with the oldest theatre in Austria.
Day 6 : Cycle Through The Wachau Valley Visiting Melk (65Km/40Mi)
Location: Wachau Valley
Accommodation Name: local inn
Meals Included: Breakfast
Passing the region of Strudengau and Nibelungengau, you reach the renowned Wachau, with its truly romantic scenery of vineyards and quaint villages. En route to Melk, you will pass several wonderful sights (abbeys, castles, ruins). 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 : Pass Through Krems To Tulln, By Train To Vienna (65Km/40.5Mi)
Location: Vienna
Accommodation Name: local inn
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning you cycle through more stunning countryside via the impressive towns of Weißenkirchen and Dürstein to Tulln. En route there will be an opportunity to visit the impressive Benedictine monastery of Göttweig. From Tulln you continue by train to metropolitan Vienna, capital of Austria. (Dinner not included.)
Day 8 : Trip Concludes
Location: Vienna
Meals Included: Breakfast
Make sure you visit the famous sights such as the ‘Naschmarkt’ and the beautiful castle Schönbrunn. Trip concludes after breakfast or you can extend your stay in Vienna.
What's Included
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Accommodation
7 nights in 3 star hotels and local inns -
7 breakfasts, Continental breakfasts are served and usually consist of breads, jams, cheese, occasionally eggs and meats, coffee, tea and juices.
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7 nights accommodation in 3 star hotels and local inns with private facilities
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Luggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 23kg, supplement applies for excess
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21 speed unisex bike equipped with panniers. A limited number of 8-speed electric bikes are available for hire - must be pre-booked and a supplement applies).
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Boat on the Lake Traun including bike
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Train ride Lambach to Linz including bike
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Train ride Tulln to Vienna including bike
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Handlebar bag per room
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Digital information pack, including maps, route information
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Emergency hotline
What's Not Included
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Travel to and from Salzburg/Vienna
Travel arrangements to the starting and ending locations are not included.
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Meals not listed as included
Lunch, dinner, and drinks are not included.
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Entrance fees
Entrance fees to attractions are not included.
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Ferries and transfers not mentioned as included
Any ferries and transfers not specifically mentioned are not included.
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Guide
This is a self-guided cycling holiday.
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Solo traveler supplement
A supplement will apply if you are traveling solo or book a single room.
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is mandatory and not included.
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Helmet
Helmets are not included.
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Hotel taxes
Hotel taxes payable locally.
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Bike rental insurance
Covers you in case of loss or damage when the bike is properly used and secured.
Excluded from this are lost keys, batteries and chargers of e-bikes, as well as purposeful damage or gross negligence. -
Items of a personal nature
Personal expenses are not included.
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Dinner in Vienna
Dinner in Vienna is not included.
Accommodation
7 nights in 3 star hotels and local inns. During the trip you will be accommodated in a combination of 3 star cosy inns and hotels. Rooms are provided on a twinshare basis with private facilities. Additional nights can be booked in Salzburg, Vienna, and Linz for an additional cost.
Grading
This trip involves 6 days cycling between 31 and 65km/19 and 40.5mi per day usually along paved cycle paths. The section of the route through Salzkammergut does involve some hilly stretches. Once on the Danube section the route is across generally flat terrain. In and out of the cities there will be some traffic. You need only carry your camera
ain gear and water bottle. Your luggage is transported for you between hotels / inns. The trip is graded 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). *For safety reasons, we insist that cycle helmets be included as a compulsory item on your equipment list.
What You Carry
During the cycle day you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone and water.
Mode of Transport
The tour includes a 7 or 21 speed unisex bike equipped with panniers, boat on the Lake Traun including bike, train rides from Lambach to Linz and Tulln to Vienna including bike, and luggage transfer with a maximum of 23kg per piece.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
During the trip, you will be accommodated in a combination of 3-star cosy inns and hotels. Rooms are provided on a twin-share basis with private facilities. Note that in Austria, a twin room may have one or two mattresses on the same bedframe with two separate duvets, or two beds positioned together that cannot be separated due to room constraints.
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Can I book additional nights before or after the tour?
Yes, additional nights can be booked in Salzburg (pre-tour), Vienna (post-tour), and Linz (rest day) for an additional cost. Please advise your rest days at the time of booking as any changes after booking will incur additional fees. Pre and post-tour accommodation can be added on or after booking.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 7 breakfasts. Continental breakfasts are served and usually consist of breads, jams, cheese, occasionally eggs and meats, coffee, tea, and juices.
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What kind of bike will be provided for the tour?
You will be provided with a 7 or 21-speed unisex bike equipped with panniers. A handlebar bag per room is also included.
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Is luggage transfer included in the tour?
Yes, luggage transfer is included. You can transfer 1 piece of luggage with a maximum weight of 23kg. A supplement applies for excess luggage.
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Are there any train rides included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes train rides from Lambach to Linz and from Tulln to Vienna, both including your bike.
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Is this a guided tour?
No, this is a self-guided cycling holiday. A digital information pack, including maps and route information, will be provided.
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What should I carry during the cycling days?
During the cycle day, you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone, and water.
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Is travel insurance required for this tour?
Yes, travel insurance is mandatory for this tour.
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How fit do I have to be?
Our adventures are first and foremost holidays and can be undertaken by anyone in a reasonable state of health and fitness - however, please carefully read our Terms & Conditions when booking and view the trip grading. We rank our trips according to our honest Trip Grading System. We recommend that you familiarise yourself with our grading system by reading our detailed trip notes (which you can order through this site) and to speak with us about the physical requirements of your chosen trip.
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What happens if something goes wrong?
On our guided tours, you travel in small groups with a local multi-lingual guide whose knowledge of the terrain, flora, fauna and history of the region is exemplary. Our self guided tours give you the freedom to explore at your own pace - but they're not unsupported. We provide detailed route notes and maps and our local partners are on hand throughout the day in the unlikely event that something goes wrong. All we request is that you select a program that matches your level of fitness to ensure that you have a comfortable experience.
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I'm travelling solo on a self-guided trip. Do I pay the single supplement or the single traveller surcharge?
Most of our self guided trips are priced based on twinshare. If you are travelling solo the single traveller surcharge will apply. The single supplement would apply if you were travelling in a party with others and you had chosen to book a single room. You would never pay a single traveller surcharge and a single supplement.
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