Danube Cycle Path Passau - Vienna / Anniversary Tour

30 years of cycling holidays - constant quality

from 319,00 €
248 km
6 Nächte

6 nights
Roundtrip

Roundtrip/point to point: Cycling from point A to point B or back to the starting point (circle tour). A return transfer to the starting point is mostly included or additionally bookable for an extra charge. >> all Roundtrips
Level 1

Level 1 - Easy: Easy cycling in mostly flat areas, without uphill stretches, generally short daily bike-tours - that give you enough time to enjoy the region additionally to your biketour. >>all Level 1 tours
Individual

Individual Tour: You decide for yourself the pace you want to cycle, the sights you want to see along the way and when to take a break. Our detailed maps and route descriptions show you the way. >>all individual tours

Please note: You can only take part in this trip if you are vaccinated or recovered from Covid-19!
As of Oct 2022, subject to change.

Feel save, book flexible: FREE rebooking up to 6 weeks prior arrival to any alternative date in 2021 - applies to bookings between May 01 and June 15 2021 , the price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.

Rebooking FREE OF CHARGE until 28 days prior tour start; valid for all new bookings between May 01 and ***September 15 2021***. Valid for all tour-dates 2021 – the price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.

After 5 years of great success and positive feedback we decided to prolongate our 25th company-anniversary and still pitch one of our favorite tours to you for a nearly unbeatable price!

This is a perfect bicycle tour for beginners as well as for anyone seeking a ride away from traffic and maddening crowds. There are some incredible highlights at every stage. Discover the town of Melk, known for its imposing Benedictine monastery. As you pedal along to Krems, stop in Wachau, known for its vineyards. The Danube path winds its way past forested woodlands and is dotted with charming villages.

>> Alternative offer: floating hotel

Our Tip: If you book until 60 days prior to arrival you get a 5% discount!

Route

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

Individual arrival at Passau. Use any extra time for a walk through the picturesque old part of town, or take a boat around this city of 3 rivers (not included). Bike handover between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m.

The Upper Danube Valley with its steep and wooded slopes is almost untouched and idyllic. You catch the ship to Schlögen and continue on through the impressive Danube loop, where the river makes an about turn of 180 degrees. You cycle through the Eferdinger basin to Linz, the Upper Austrian capital. Enjoy the summer evening with a shopping tour in the charming old town.

Tip: Make a trip to Enns, the oldest city of Austria. You cycle through the Celt village Mitterkirchen and pass the church in Baumgartenberg. In the afternoon you arrive at “Burg Clam”, one of the best preserved castles in the country. Your destination, Grein, is dominated by the picturesque castle “Greinburg”.

You enjoy the Danube landscape of the Struden- and Nibelungengau, with high rock formations on the left and right side of the Danube. High above the Danube you will find the pilgrimage church of Maria Taferl. Clearly visible from a distance, the Benedictine Monastery Melk welcomes you.

Another highlight of this cycle tour is the beautiful landscape of Wachau. You can find wine terraces, apricot trees, castles and monasteries between them. During your travel to Krems you cycle through the attractive vineyards of Spitz, Weissenkirchen and Dürnstein. Along the way you see cozy Taverns, where you can relax and enjoy the Austrian hospitality.

Today you cycle through the unique cultural landscape of this UNESCO world heritage region until Tulln. From there the journey goes on by train and leads you to the Capital of Austria, Vienna.

Individual departure or extension stay in Vienna. Comfortable is also to return to Passau by train or bus (not included – surcharge).

Services

Included services:

6 nights in rooms with private facilities
Breakfast or 5 x dinner (surcharge, only breakfast in Vienna)

welcome drink at arrival hotel in Passau

daily luggage transport from hotel to hotel (1 suitcase per person/max. 20kg)

1 x bottle of high-level wine in the Wachau Valley per room

1 x tasting of regional products

1 x river cruise Passau - Schlögen incl. bike

1 x train ride: Tulln – Vienna incl. bike

1x handlebar bag with maps and information material per room

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

Dates & Prices

Dates

Merkmale

Extras

Discounts extra bed in double room with 2 full paying adults
0-6,99 years	-100%
7-11,99 years	-50%
12-14,99 years	-25%
15-99 years	-10%

Bicycle & equipment
7-speed-bike (back pedal brake) / 21-speed-bike, childrens bike, child trailer	72
Child seat	23
E-bike / Children E-bike	159
Bike helmet-purchase	25

Additional services
Train ride Vienna Central Station - Passau (exkl. bike)	41
Train ride Vienna Airport - Passau (excl. bike)	48
Bus ride Vienna-Passau incl. own bike (May 23-Sept.22), departure approx. 8/9 a.m. duration approx. 4 hours	65

Transfer
Transfer Munich (airport/city) - Passau - one-way	69
Transfer Munich (airport/city) - Passau - both directions	119
*from/to Munich city centre/train station - Passau: one-time surcharge/per route/1-8 pers.	40

Additional night
Passau 3* (dbl/sgl)	55/73
Vienna 3* (dbl/sgl)	63/92

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

Selected, cozy inns and guesthouses of the 3-star and occasionally 2-star category, which are characterized by their very special personal touch. They are comfortable, often in a design typical of the region and convey a very authentic vacation experience. Your host wants you to feel at home and pays special attention to personal care.

Passau: IBB Hotel Passau Süd
Linz: Hotel Donauwelle
Strudengau: Gasthof Zugbrücke
Nibelungengau: Landgasthof Zur Schönen Wienerin
Krems/surroundings: Hotel Zum Goldenen Engel
Vienna: Vienna Sporthotel

Note: Please 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/Mens 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 there 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

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.

Useful

ARRIVAL - PARKING - DEPARTURE

ARRIVAL BY PLANE

Airport: Munich (MUC), Salzburg (SZG), Linz (LNZ), Vienna (VIE)

Train connections with 1-2 changes from Vienna Airport to Passau (travel time: approx. 3-3,5 hours). You will find the latest timetable on www.oebb.at.

ARRIVAL BY CAR

Parking: Unfortunately you can not park your car free of charge in Passau. However there are the following » possibilities parking your car during your holiday - please note parking expenses have to be paid on spot.

The bike hand over is located near the Globus Garage.

Globus Garage Passau
parking garage: € 7,- per day/car
car park - not covered but fences in: € 4,- per day/car
Parking is only possible if you fill in the form

Some of our start hotels also dispose of a hotel garage. This information you will find on your travel documents.

ARRIVAL BY TRAIN

Train station: Munich, Salzburg, Linz, Vienna

Direct train connections from Vienna Central Station. The actual timeable and prices you will find under » www.bahn.de.

TRANSFER

train ride Munich - Passau: » www.bahn.de
from Munich airport see via "Price".
Taxi Munich airport – Freising train station (approx. € 25,-), train ride Freising – Passau (Bavarian ticket: 1. person € 25,-. Each further person € 6,- (up to 4 people) - please provide flight details + arrival time for booking!
Bustransfer: From May 23 to September 22 we can organize a bus transfer from your hotel in Vienna back to Passau. Especially when you bring your own bike, this is recommendable (bike transport is included). The pick-up time in Vienna is between 8.30 and 9.30 a.m. The transfer takes approx. 4,5 hours and ends optionally at Globus Garage (Messestraße 6) or at Passau central Station.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Helmets: are mandatory in Austria for children up to 12 years! Please bring your own.

Local tax payable on spot (approx. € 1 - 2,5 per person/night)

Videos

Travel stories

5,3 of 6 Stars | 42

Excellent cycling holiday, really well organised. We found our bikes to be very good, the hotels were mixed some 4 star some 3, but we enjoyed everything. Big thank you to Michael with whom I booked the holiday who just made it so easy and I would definitely ...J.J. 09/18

5,8 15.09.2024 | Paul W. Danube Cycle Path Passau - Vienna / Anniversary Tour

Paul, Katharine, Gill and Johns Danube adventure

From the initial contact with R and R to boarding the plane home this was a great cycling holiday. Mariana a provided prompt advice help and support with our booking. The route itself is fabulous, the hotel stops a mix of guest house, modern, vineyard ...

Overall satisfaction 6
Booking handling 6
Per-Tour information 6
Accomodation 6
Board 6
Luggage transport 6
Route description 6
On-site assistance 6
Route-character 6
Bicycle + equipment 4
Price-performance ratio 6

5,3 25.05.2024 | Alan J. Danube Cycle Path Passau - Vienna / Anniversary Tour

Wonderful trip along the Danube

We had a lovely few days riding the Danube past cute villages, castles, churches etc. Highly recommend this trip. I would suggest that the website is updated as it says day 1 is 52km but it was 80km. The travel docs did say 78km but we assumed this included ...

Overall satisfaction 6
Booking handling 5
Travel documents 3
Per-Tour information 6
Accomodation 6
Board 5
Luggage transport 6
Route description 3
On-site assistance 6
Route-character 6
Bicycle + equipment 6
Price-performance ratio 6

4,8 17.05.2024 | John A. Danube Cycle Path Passau - Vienna / Anniversary Tour