Vienna-Wachau - Centre-Based Tour

The Highlights of the Austrian Danube

Itinerary

Route

The proposed bike lanes in the Vienna are separated from public and private traffic. There are traffic lights in the city center. In Wachau on fully developed, flat cyce paths directly along the banks of the Danube. Cycle path is not always asphalted, also gravel and forest paths; Traisental cycle path with steep ascent to the Göttweig monastery.

Individual arrival. Use your arrival day to explore the surroundings. How about a stroll through the city center? Via metro, St. Stephen’s Cathedral is just a few minutes’ away from the hotel.

Habsburg Tour, approx. 36 km
On this tour you will cycle in the footsteps of the once glorious Austrian Empire. Let yourself be captivated by the splendor of the magnificent buildings. The Ringstrasse will amaze you. The Vienna Hofburg is impressive in its size and beauty. In the Imperial Treasury and the Sisi Museum you will find the most valuable objects of the K&K monarchy. The collected impressions will prepare you for the crowning highlight of today´s tour. You will cycle into the centre of the Habsburg court, Schönbrunn Palace. Long live the Empire!

Green Oases Tour, approx. 40 km
Today’s stage is all about Vienna’s recreational areas in parks and gardens. Do as the city’s residents do and find relaxation in Vienna’s green spaces on your bike. Leisurely ride through the Vienna Prater and to the magnificent gardens of Vienna’s Old Town. Particularly worth seeing are the Botanical Gardens at Belvedere Palace and the Augarten, Vienna’s oldest baroque garden. Two flak towers are also enthroned here as a reminder of the Second World War. In addition, the Danube Island and traditional Heurigen inns in the north of the city await you, welcoming you with wines from the current season and sometimes folk live music. Relaxation and hospitality is capitalized here.

National Park Donau-Auen Tour, approx. 60 km
The city of Vienna borders an important national park in Austria, the Donau-Auen National Park. This area is the last large river floodplain landscape in central Europe and is home to countless animal and plant species. Experience this natural landscape on your saddle! Starting from the national park center Orth, you can enjoy the bike ride back to the city on Danube Island.

Take the train out of Vienna and immerse yourself in the UNESCO World Heritage Region of Wachau (train ride included). Today is dedicated entirely to the wine town of Krems. After the included wine tasting at the Krems Winery (Sandgrube 13), take a stroll through the town. In the pedestrian zone, you can pick up Austrian souvenirs for your loved ones. The Krems Cathedral, the Piarist Church, and the Steiner Gate invite you to explore. If you don’t want to miss out on physical activity today, you can go on a vineyard hike.

Danube Cycle Path Melk – Spitz – Weißenkirchen – Dürnstein – Krems/Mautern, approx. 37 km -cruise Krems – Melk included (possible on day 5 only)
This day starts with a cruise trip to Melk. Take your time to visit the beautiful monastery. We recommend visiting the Venus from Willendorf, going for a walk in the lovely town of Spitz with its “1000-bucket-hill” and exploring the castle and the ruins of Dürnstein.

Traisental cycle path Krems/Mautern – Herzogenburg – Göttweig– Krems/Mautern, approx. 52 km
Along the Traisental cycle path you get to know two stunning catholic monasteries, which represent together with Melk monastery the past and present importance of this region from a catholic and economic view. Visit Herzogenburg, with its impressive Augustinian Canons’ Monastery. You will pass vineyards, wheat fields and forests as you cycle on to Göttweig Monestary (steep ascend). There are approx. 45 monks living in Göttweig at the moment. Enjoy the view!

Individual departure or extension

Services

  • 6 nights in rooms with private facilities

  • Daily breakfast

  • Luggage transport Vienna – Krems/Mautern (max. 2 pieces of luggage (max. 20 kg / piece) with a total of max. 30 kg / person)

  • 1x train ride Vienna – Krems incl. bike

  • 1x ship ride Krems – Melk incl. bike

  • Wine tasting in Krems (German language only)

  • Service-Hotline (also accessible on weekends)

  • Handlebar bag with integrated smartphone holder + cycling tour app incl. voice navigation

Our tip: Get your eSIM for a low-priced holiday-data package here

Dates & Prices

Dates

Merkmale

Season / Period
Type
S1   30.04. - 06.05.26
Premium
S2   07.05. - 01.07.26
Premium
S1   02.07. - 02.09.26
Premium
S2   03.09. - 30.09.26
Premium
S1   01.10. - 07.10.26
Premium
S1   30.04. - 06.05.26
Comfort
S2   07.05. - 01.07.26
Comfort
S1   02.07. - 02.09.26
Comfort
S2   03.09. - 30.09.26
Comfort
S1   01.10. - 07.10.26
Comfort

Extras

Discount for 3rd person (in one room with 2 adults)
Children 0 - 6,99 years -100%
Children 7 - 11,99 years -50%
Children 12 - 14,99 years -25%
15 - 99 years  -10%
 
Bikes & equipment
Trekking bike 149
E-Bike 239
Children’s bike and equipment on request
Bike helmet for purchase (paid in advance) 46
Rental bike disclaimer trekking/E-Bike 23/52
   
Additional night
Vienna (dbl/sgl) 94/136
Wachau Cat. Comfort (dbl/sgl) 89/119
Wachau Cat. Premium (dbl/sgl) Season 1 119/189
Wachau Cat. Premium (dbl/sgl) Season 2 125/195

Best - Price - Guarantee

If you would verifiably receive better conditions and/or prices from another tour operator at the time of booking we guarantee at least the same conditions PLUS 1 handlebar bag for FREE!

All prices per person in EUR

Accommodation

Hotel samples

Vienna
Hotel Kaiserwasser 4*

In a prime location directly on an old arm of the Danube, the ARCOTEL Kaiserwasser offers the perfect mix of city and nature, lively hustle and bustle and tranquility. In the middle of the Danube Island's recreational area, you can do as the Viennese do and switch off from everyday life. The hotel offers wellness enthusiasts a comprehensive range of spa and fitness facilities. The rooms are modernly equipped with shower, toilet, free Wi-Fi, individually adjustable air conditioning, and flat-screen satellite TV.

Wachau Cat Comfort
ad Vineas Gästehaus Nikolaihof

All rooms decorated in a friendly style and equipped with classical, oiled beechen furniture, air condition, cable TV, free Wi-Fi and separated toilet and bathroom, invite you to enjoy 4* atmosphere. This guest house also provides a wine- and apricot garden as well as a swimming pond and a playground for kids.

Wachau Cat Premium
Steigenberger Hotel&Spa

The location could hardly be any better: the 1,000 year old historic city centre of Krems is only a few minutes from the hotel. At the same time, the Steigenberger Hotel and Spa also offers a magnificent view of the Danube and the surrounding vineyards. All rooms with private facilities, bath robe, minibar, cable TV, free Wi-Fi, safe.

Bicycle

Rental bicycles & equipment

Our bicycles are state-of-the-art quality bikes, designed specifically for the requirements and wishes of our guests. This is how we created easy-running, robust touring bikes with a low comfort entry, precise Shimano Nexus 8-speed hub gears, modern V-brakes, hollow aluminum rims and puncture-proof tires. The elevating handlebars allow for comfortable and back-friendly riding. The bikes in our fleet are mostly not older than 3 years. During the duration of the trip you are liable for any damage, loss or theft.

The following bikes are available with 28" tires in various frame sizes (Men’s frames are provided for men over 188 cm):

  • 24-speed trekking bikes UNISEX* with hand brakes and freewheel
  • E-bikes (pedelecs) UNISEX
  • child seat, child trailer, pull-along bikes

Our rental bikes are equipped with a spacious waterproof pannier, a handy handlebar bag, service kit with tools, air pump,bike lock per room.


E-Bikes | Electric bikes | Pedelecs

We provide you with modern quality e-bikes (pedelecs) with 7 or 8-speed hub gears, gradually selectable aid of pedaling power, puncture-proof tires and low UNISEX comfort entry. The bikes have a powerful motor and a strong lithium-ion battery, one battery charge is enough for up to 70 kilometers. You conserve your battery by starting with the lowest possible assistance and increasing it as needed. You charge the batteries at night using the charger.

IMPORTANT: please reserve ebikes early, as they are only available in very limited numbers.


Breakdowns

Breakdowns or punctures can occur even with new wheels and the best maintenance. Fix punctures yourself, in case of major damage please contact our on-site staff. Please do not have any repairs done to the bikes without our approval.


Bringing of own bikes

You are welcome to bring your own bike. This is specially adapted to your needs and we understand very well that you would naturally like to have it with you on your bike trip. Do not forget to bring a tool bag including necessary keys and spare tube as well as a lock and check the bike for functionality before your departure.

Useful

Arrival - Parking - Departure

Arrival by plane

Airport: Vienna (VIE)
by train to citycantre (Wien Mitte) - connections you can find here


Arrival by car

Vienna
Public parking garage = Park & Ride: approx. €25 per week, unguarded, at the Leopoldau U1 subway station

Wachau
Steigenberger Hotel & Spa: Hotel garage €15/day, limited public parking spaces available (free of charge)
Gasthof Nikolaihof: Free parking at the hotel


Arrival by train

Train station: Vienna Central Station
From there, take the U1 subway line (red line) to your hotel.
You will find more detailed information in your travel documents.


Transfers

Train ticket Vienna-Krems during the trip is included, return trip to Vienna to be booked independently, approx. 2 hours travel time. connections you can find here


Additional information

Tourist tax (approx. € 1-2,50 per person/night) must be payed on spot.

Safety equipment
Please note, that in Austria children under the age of 12 are obligated to wear a bike helmet. Please protect your little ones and bring their own helmet!

Rental bike disclaimer
The traveller is liable for damage and theft that occurs on the rental bike and its equipment during the rental period. This liability can be optionally excluded by taking our insurance. Excluded from this are lost keys, batteries and chargers of e-bikes, as well as damage caused by intent or gross negligence.

Route information
Please note that the included boat trip from Krems to Melk is only available on day 5.

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