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For those travellers who want to fully experience the rich culture and natural landscapes of Austria with their loved ones, the Danube Family Cycling Tour is the ultimate adventure! While travelling the entire length of the Danube Cycle Path would lead you on a lengthy journey through 8 different countries, this tour stays within Austria and highlights all of the amazing sights, sounds, and tastes that the country has to offer. From historic cities to rugged mountain peaks, you will leave no stone unturned while out on the Danube Family Cycling Tour!

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Danube Family Cycling Tour

Bike Through Austria on the Danube Family Cycling Tour
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8 days from $975USD
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Duration
8 days
Season
Apr-Oct
Standard Biking
Type
Self-Guided, Private
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Difficulty
Easy (2/5)
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For those travellers who want to fully experience the rich culture and natural landscapes of Austria with their loved ones, the Danube Family Cycling Tour is the ultimate adventure! While travelling the entire length of the Danube Cycle Path would lead you on a lengthy journey through 8 different countries, this tour stays within Austria and highlights all of the amazing sights, sounds, and tastes that the country has to offer. From historic cities to rugged mountain peaks, you will leave no stone unturned while out on the Danube Family Cycling Tour!

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Trip highlights

Walk the historic streets of two cultural hubs: Linz and Vienna

Cycle along the winding banks of the Danube River

Bike through the UNESCO World Heritage Site Wachau region

Experience the rich cultural heritage and cuisine of Austria

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Day 1
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Arrival in Linz
The capital of Upper Austria welcomes you! After arriving in Linz you can Take a leisurely stroll through the amazing historic centre, watch the animals in Linz Zoo, or visit one of the exciting museums. Travellers who booked rental bikes will find them ready in the hotel.
Distance None
Overnight Location Hotel in Linz
Included Meals None
Day 2
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Bike Along the Danube to Enns
The first day of cycling on the tour will see you make your way out of the city along the banks of the River Danube. After passing by the local recreation area, the Pleschinger See, houses will become fewer and you will experience more nature. Nearby Lake Ausee would be a great opportunity for a break, as it features an Aqua Park with slides, climbing towers, a slip & slide, and running areas to crank up the fun-factor. Continuing onwards, you will veer slightly away from the course of the River Danube and continue as far as Enns.
Distance 25 km
Overnight Location Hotel in Enns
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 3
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Visit the Celtic Village in Mitterkirchen
Here in Austria’s oldest town Enns, you can visit the Roman Circular Path, enjoy a water park featuring a 65 meter long slide, or take a stroll through the castle grounds. You will then return to the Danube river bank and continue along the flat cycle path across the idyllic scenery of the Machland. On the way to Grein your next highlight awaits: the outdoor museum Celtic Village in Mitterkirchen. Experience Austria’s prehistory and transport yourself to a different time during a walk through the Celtic Village.
Distance 40 km
Overnight Location Hotel in Tiefenbach
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 4
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Cycle from Grein to Marbach
Grein has historically been referred to as “the Pearl of the Strudengau region”, and it is still an enchanting town today! As a bonus it is also home to a climbing gym and public outdoor swimming pool, offering plenty of opportunity for activities. From this point onwards the Danube River Valley narrows and displays some incredible scenery within the Strudengau-region, all the way to the day’s endpoint in Marbach.
Distance 30 km
Overnight Location Hotel in Marbach
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 5
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Experience the Beautiful Wachau Region
Day 5 of the tour will see you enjoy a brilliant breakfast, before lounging around in the Nibelungenbad pool of Marbach. Today you cycle for just a few kilometres until you reach the scenic Wachau region, the name of which is enough to make anyone’s mouth water due to the diverse regional produce that is grown here, such as apricots and apples. The Wachau region offers delicious regional cuisine on the highest level for the whole family!
Distance 20 km
Overnight Location Hotel in Melk
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 6
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Cycle to Krems
Today will begin by exploring Melk - the gateway to the Wachau! A visit to the monumental Benedictine monastery is a must before continuing your tour in a different fashion. Here, you will take a break from cycling and instead embark on a fun boat trip to Krems. You can also choose to disembark the boat earlier, in Spitz or Dürnstein, and cycle the final distance, or skip the boat ride altogether and cycle the whole way – the choice is yours! One way or another, beautiful scenery of lovingly laid out vineyards and vast plains awaits you!
Distance 40 km
Overnight Location Hotel in Krems
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 7
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Train Journey to Tulln and Cycle to Vienna
To start the final day of your adventure you will enjoy a leisurely train journey to Tulln, where you will begin the final cycling stage to Vienna. The feeling is simply overwhelming as you cycle the final kilometres across the Danube Island to reach the endpoint of the holiday in Austria’s capital. Here you can explore countless landmarks and attractions, such as haunted houses, a wax museum, the most renowned Ferris wheel in the world, as well as numerous cafés and the zoo at Schönbrunn. There is so much for the entire family to do here, but Vienna in itself is a unique, magnificent highlight!
Distance 35 km
Overnight Location Hotel in Vienna
Included Meals Breakfast
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Departure Day
After waking up and enjoying one final breakfast, you will pack your things and say auf wiedersehen to Vienna for an individual departure.
Distance None
Overnight Location None
Included Meals Breakfast

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Dates and prices

This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only, where the pricing depends on your travelling dates, as well as the types of the rooms that you need.

2024 Prices:
Prices below are per person:

  • Price per person staying in a single room: from $1,295USD*
  • Price per person sharing a double room: from $975USD*
  • Price per 12-14-year old sharing the room with two adults: from $795USD*
  • Price per 6-11-year old sharing the room with two adults: from $550USD*
  • Price per 0-5-year old sharing the room with two adults: free of charge

*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the Book Now button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates.

What’s included

Meals

7 breakfasts are included.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 7 nights are included. Accommodations before the tour in Linz and after the tour in Vienna are not included, but can be added as a supplement.

Transportation during the Tour

Transportation for your luggage is included throughout the tour.

Also Included

  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • Route map/details
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
  • 1 Train journey Krems – Tulln, bike included
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data available
  • 24/7 service hotline

Not included

  • Flights and transportation
  • Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
  • Tourist tax

Optional Extras

  • Additional nights before or after the tour
  • Single occupancy upgrades
  • Bike rental and insurance

Accommodation for Danube Family Cycling Tour

This tour is based in hotels and inns. Accommodations on this trip are of a 3 and 4-star standard, and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplemental fee to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.

Frequently asked questions

How hard is the Danube Family Cycling Tour?

We rate this tour as a 2/5. You should be physically fit and comfortable cycling 3–7 hours daily. The elevation gain is minimal, and you will have comfortable accommodation to recuperate. The bike path is well-maintained and you can rent an e-bike to make the route easier if you wish.

Do I need a visa to travel to Austria?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the Danube Family Cycling Tour?

7 breakfasts are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover cycling. Get your travel insurance.

How do I get to Linz to start this tour?

Travellers can fly into the Linz (LNZ), Munich (MUC), or Vienna (VIE) airports and transfer to the Linz train station to begin the tour.

Is the Danube Family Cycling Tour in English?

Yes, the travel documents and resources for this trip are in English.

Where does the Danube Family Cycling Tour end?

The Danube Family Cycling Tour ends in Vienna. From there, you can train to Vienna International Airport (VIE) for your departure.

Can I rent a bike?

Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. Rental bikes come in 7-gear and 21/24-gear varieties, as well as children’s bikes, follow-me bikes, and child bike trailers. You can also rent an e-bike.

Can I bring my own bike?

Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a road bike suitable for the demands of the tour.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Austria?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Austria?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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