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Danube Cycle Path Family bike tour ’Danube hits for kids’

Linz-Vienna

Route

Tour profile:

The cycling path is completely paved from one end to the other, flat, almost always directly along the riverbank and very suitable for beginners and children.

Day 1: Linz

A warm welcome is awaiting children and adults alike. Check-in. Dispersal of travel documents will follow. The rest of the day is up to you and at your leisure. Possibilities: let yourself be drifted away into a different world where you and your children can experience a new type of travel on the Dragon Train through the Land of Dwarves with a magical backdrop of the historical and stunning city of Linz.

Day 2: Linz – Mitterkirchen, approx. 43 km

Today we cycle to a Celtic open air museum. In a village typical of the Iron Age era, you will be shown the lifestyles of the people who lived in the region long ago. Accommodation for the night will be in a cosy farmhouse in the region of Machland. Dinner, which will feature delicious Austrian homemade specialities, will be served with typical local hospitality.

Day 3: Mitterkirchen – Strudengau, approx. 43 km

Old markets and castles nestled in forested rolling hills are highlights of today’s cycle ride to Strudengau. In the Maritime Museum at Grein you will see impressive models of ancient ships, plus you will see examples of early naval architecture and the craftsmanship that went into building these craft. In Ardagger there is a paradise of recreation and pleasure. A water park recreational facility and sandy beach volleyball courts are just two of the endless possibilities for fun and action. Enjoy!

Day 4: Strudengau – Wachau, approx. 49 km

Shortly after Pöchlarn, you will enter into the world renowned Valley of the Wachau, one of the most gorgeous riverside landscapes Europe has to offer. The impressive and breathtaking Benedictine Abbey of Melk overlooks the city and can be seen from afar. Cycling through the seemingly endless vineyards you will reach the winery village of Spitz, built around the so-called "Thousand Bucket Hill”.

Day 5: Wachau (day of rest)

You can enjoy the beautiful landscape of the Wachau and explore the castle of Dürnstein or Aggstein, visit the museum of ship building in Spitz or take a bath in the beautiful Danube river. Explore one of the numerous wine cellars in this wonderful wine region.

Day 6: Wachau – Tulln, approx. 40 km + ship ride Spitz-Krems

Starting the day by biking through a spectacular landscape with steep rock walls, sun-kissed terraced vineyards, beautifully blooming orchards, quaint villages, dignified monasteries and authentic castles, take advantage of all the splendid panoramic outlooks, until you reach Tulln.

  • => Excursion: Wine tasting

    Wachau: Wine tasting
    in the historical "Alte Salzstadln" (17th cent.)
    White wine (Grüner Veltliner, Federspiel, Riesling Federspiel, Saubignon Blanc), Red wine (Zweigelt), Incl. bread

    Price: € 7,- per Person

Day 7: Tulln – Vienna, approx. 35 km

The goal in mind you cycle cosy along the Tullnerfield. Approaching Vienna you will have a fantastic view of the skyline, far away from the fast paced city and all the traffic. Vienna is a city that loves its music and food. Kids will have a great time enjoying traditional sweets and hot chocolate. At nearly every corner you’ll hear waltzes, impromptu violin concerts and various see street performers. When the kids need a change of pace, head to the eastside of Vienna to ride the worlds’ oldest Ferris wheel and run around the fun filled all-year-round amusement park "Prater".

  • => Excursion: Waltz and Operetta Concert at a Viennese palais

    Waltz and Operetta Concert at a Viennese palais

    The "Salonochester Alt Wien", led by Professor Udo Zwoelfer, is one of the best known interpreters of classical Viennese music and manages to make the most impressive compositions by our "King of Waltz" Johann Strauss and the primary representative of Viennese music, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, even more unique. Our virtuosic musicians, excellent opera singers and enchanting ballet dancers present an evening full of Viennese charm- including spirited sounds of waltz, polka, arias and duets, as well as operetta and concert solo pieces at the highest artistic level possible.

    Daily at 08:15 PM - 10:00 PM (with a 15 min. interval)

    Location: Wiener Kursalon im Stadtpark, Johannesgasse 33, 1010 Wien

    Prices:
    Category A: € 69,-
    Category B: € 59,-

     

  • => Excursion: Vienna Hop-On Hop-Off

    Vienna Hop-On Hop-Off

    The hop-on hop-off facility allows you to explore the city at your leisure and our double-decker buses  offer  a panoramic view of Vienna. Simply book with us online, the service enables you to see the sights in your speed and gives you the flexibility to start the tour at any stations the hop-on hop-off stops.

    HOP ON HOP OFF
    •    Short waiting times
    •    Audio guides in 16 languages
    •    Free guided city walk
    •    Kids’ channel in German and English
    •    Discounted family tickets
    •    Free Wi-Fi on the buses

    The HOP ON HOP OFF tours of VIENNA SIGHTSEEING are an easy way to explore Vienna. You can choose from 6 routes and over 50 stops. Hop on and hop off at as many stops as you like with just one ticket. Tickets also include a guided city walk through the historical city centre of Vienna. Explore Vienna’s city centre on our guided city walk. You will hear interesting facts about Austria’s capital and see some of the 1st district’s most famous buildings, such as St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the State Opera. Optionally, you can add on a boat tour or a ride in a horse-drawn carriage.

    Price:

    • Hop-On Hop-Off-Ticket Vienna 24h all routes incl. guided walk: € 27,-/adult , € 18,-/child (5-15 years)
  • => Excursion: Vienna - City tour by bike

    Vienna City tour by BIKE
    Discover Vienna in a very special way! By bike you will experience all those famous sights from a new and completely different point of view.  Some of the highlights are: the State Opera, Johann Strauß Monument in the City Park, the Hofburg - the winter residence of the Habsburgs (the family that ruled Vienna and half of Europe for over 600 years), the Rathaus (town hall), and - of course - St. Stephan’s Cathedral, Vienna’s most famous landmark. The ideal way to see Vienna. Easy route on bike paths or streets with little traffic. Frequent stops for taking pictures! End close to the Sate Opera / Schillerpark

    Tour times: May - September daily 10 am and 2 pm every friday and Saturday (only English) or at 2 pm daily  (German)

    Meeting point: Bösendorferstrasse 5,  1010 Vienna - close to the state opera

    • Adult with own bike:  37,- € | Duration: approx. 3 hrs / 15 km 
    • Bike Rental additional 8,- € per bike

Day 8: Vienna

Before leaving Vienna make sure to visit the famous Naschmarkt (international foods/goods) and stop by the beautiful imperial castle Schönbrunn or even the Zoo. The train ride is provided back to Linz (personal bike with surcharge), or of course you can extend your stay in the City of Music.

Services

Included services:
  • 7 nights in rooms with private facilities
  • Breakfast or 6 x dinner (in Vienna breakfast only)
  • Daily luggage transport (1 suitcase per Person/ max. 20 kg)
  • Children’s "surprise"
  • 1 x ferry Spitz – Arnsdorf, incl. bike (in season 1:train ride Krems-Tulln)
  • 1 x ship ride Spitz – Krems incl. bike
  • One ride on the Viennese Ferris Wheel (Prater)
  • Child-friendly hotel equipment (playroom, playground or garden)
  • 1 x train ride Vienna train station West – Linz (Transfer of own bikes not incl.)

  • Free WLAN in all hotels
  • 1 x handlebar bag with travel book, maps and information material per room

Dates & Prices

Dates

Merkmale

    Season / Period
    Type

    Extras

    Discounts extra bed in double room with 2 full paying adults
    or single with child/with 1 full paying adult, max. 1 extra bed*

    0-8,99 years -100%
    12-14,99 years (only with 2 full paying adults) -25%
    15-99 years (only with 2 full paying adults) -10%
    Child in own room 0-15,99 years -10%
       
    Bicycle & equipment
    7-speed-bike (back pedal brake) / 21-speed-bike, childrens bike, child trailer 75
    Child seat 23
    E-bike / Child E-bike 169

    Bike helmet-purchase

    29
       
    Transfer
    Reduction "no return ticket" Vienna train station West-Linz -16
    Supplement Train ride Vienna Airport - Linz 17
    Additional night
    Linz 4* (dbl/sgl) 68/98
    Vienna 4* (dbl/sgl) 68/98

    *only possible for single travellers (single room price is the basis)


    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

    3-star inns/hotels with a private and family atmosphere and the quite personal care. Here you can enjoy the worldwide known Austrian guest friendliness.


    Linz: 4*Hotel Park Inn
    Mitterkirchen: Radlerbauernhof Moser
    Strudengau: Bauernhof Kerndler
    Wachau: Gasthof zur Wachau
    Tulln: 4* Diamond City
    Vienna: Arcotel (Kaiserwasser, Wimberger or Donauzentrum)


    NotePlease be informed that these are hotel samples and therefore subject to alteration! Find Your final hotel bookings at Your hotel list after/at booking.

    Bicycle

    Bicycles inclusive panniers

    Trekking bikes

    • Ladies trekking bike 21-speed, freewheel, 28 inch tyres
    • Men’s trekking bike 21-speed, freewheel, 28 inch tyres
    • E-Bikes: KTM Macina Fun, unisex or mens frame, 8 or 9 speed
    • Child E-Bike (from 130cm)
    • Trailer, Child seats, Child bikes

    E-bikes | electrical bikes | pedelecs

    E-Bikes are a great opportunity for people with different fitness level to take on a bike holiday together. With e-bikes every tour is a delight!

    Please note: E-Bikes are very popular. As tghere is limited availybility please reserve your bikes early!


    Bicycle breakdowns

    It can happen even with new wheels and by best servicing. With the rental bikes you will receive repair vouchers which you can present in our authorised workshops along the way. Should a repair not be possible, please contact our service number! In a few hotels/guest houses we have some bikes on stock if you need to change them during the trip.


    Private bicycles

    You are welcome to bring your own bicycle. It is adapted especially to your needs. Do not forget to bring a repair kit with all necessary tools such as: keys, reserve tube and lock. Please check your own bicycle for operability upon arrival.

    Valid for danube cycle path: For the return journey to Passau we recommend the reservation of the bus transfer or the train ride - some trains offer bicycle-parking possibilities, however those are limited and a reservation is necessary.


    Rental bike disclaimer

    If a traveller rents a  bike, he is basically liable for damages and theft. When booking our rental bike disclaimer, we assume liability so that in case of loss or damage to the rental bike (when properly used and secured) no financial responsibility must be paid. Excluded from this are only lost keys, batteries and chargers of e-bikes, as well as damage due to intent or gross negligence.

    Details see under "Dates and Prices"

    Useful

    ARRIVAL - PARKING - DEPARTURE

    ARRIVAL BY PLANE


    Airport: Munich (MUC), Linz (LNZ), Vienna (VIE)
    Direct train connections from Vienna Airport to Linz (travel time: approx. 2 hours). You will find the latest timetable on www.oebb.at.


    ARRIVAL BY CAR

    Parking: Parking Garage Hessenplatz 16-18 (directly at Hotel Park Inn) ; approx. € 18 per day.


    ARRIVAL BY TRAIN

    Train station: Passau, Linz, Vienna

    A train ticket from Vienna train station West or main train station to Linz is included in the tourprice. It can be used at the beginning or at the end of the tour.

    The actual timeable and prices you will find under » www.bahn.de.


    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    Helmets: are mandatory in Austria for children up to 12 years! Please bring your own fitting helmet.
    Local tax payable on spot (approx. € 1 - 2,5 per person/night)


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    Travel stories

    5,2 of 6 Stars | 15
    We really enjoyed this trip - there was a lot to see, the quality of accommodation was very good and it was very different from other holidays we’ve been on before...C.K. 08/18
    6 11.07.2023 | Esté J. Danube Cycle Path Family bike tour ’Danube hits for kids’

    Jones family cycling tour

    The whole experience of the planning before hand, and following all the instruction in our tourguide book was wonderful. Klaus always responded almost immediate to my mails and replief all my many questions patiently. I will definately recommend Rad&reisen. ...
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    4.9 26.07.2022 | Rami H. Danube Cycle Path Family bike tour ’Danube hits for kids’

    Great Holiday

    We had a great time on vacation. Not sure the places are the best however. The lack of air conditioning is tough on young children. The bicycles seemed not to be kept very well either. They either had a problem with the gears or a tire. Also the buggies ...
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    4.5 04.08.2018 | Claire K. Danube Cycle Path Family bike tour "Danube hits for kids"

    Danube with kids

    We really enjoyed this trip - there was a lot to see, the quality of accommodation was very good and it was very different from other holidays we’ve been on before. We also live on a small island next to the sea so it was great to see rivers, swim ...
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    5.9 08.08.2016 | Kyle M. Danube Cycle Path Family bike tour "Danube hits for kids"

    Family Fun on the Danube

    We had a lovely time bicycling down the danube river. The difficulty of the ride and the accommodations where perfect for a family of five with varying levels of fitness. The information provided was clear and informative. Thank you Claudia!
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