Alpe Adria Cycle Path - Salzburg to Villach Leisurely Bike Tour
Hotel & Bike • 7 nights
VISITING: Austria
Overview
Why we love this tour
Dramatic mountains, deep river valleys, and impressive waterfalls
Pretty Austrian mountain villages, Celtic and medieval history
Leisurely cycling with shorter days and a mixture of flat, gently undulating terrain
Guiding
Distance
Level
Standard
Departs
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Journey through Austria’s alpine valleys and stunning mountainous terrain, carved over thousands of years by powerful rivers and waterfalls, on this family-friendly Salzburg to Villach Bike Tour. Following the Alpe Adria Cycle Path, you'll cross a diverse landscape by bike and train, becoming immersed in your beautiful surroundings and charmed by each historic village you encounter.
You'll ride through a mixed landscape on dedicated cycle paths or quiet roads. The terrain is flat and gently undulating, making this an ideal tour for those wanting a more leisurely experience and for families with cycling experience.
Your magical cycling tour starts in Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart. This cultural hub of arts and music features striking historic buildings set against a lush mountainous backdrop. Use the Alpe Adria Cycle Path to reach the Celtic town of Hallein, the roaring Golling and Gastein waterfalls, the remarkable mountain spa resort of Bad Gastein, and the charming town of Spittal. Your trip ends in the vibrant city of Villach on the tranquil Drava River.
We also offer different variations of this tour - see similar tours below.
The trip
Route
Itinerary
or click on individual days
Accommodation
3* & 4* Hotels
We use a pool of 3* hotels and 4* hotels to maximise our availability for this tour, so regardless of the time of year we do our best to secure your dates of choice. The accommodation often has a lovely local flair, with a chance to experience local life with an authentic flavour of your destination.
3* and 4* hotels
Breakfast included
Secure bike storage
Luggage transferred each day
What's included
Price includes
7 nights accommodation: 3* and 4* hotels
Board basis: Bed and breakfast
Luggage transportation (max 20 kg a piece)
Maps and route information
Navigation App with route information
Welcome briefing
Local contact number for assistance
Train journey: Schwarzach to Gasteiner Tal (bike included)
Train journey: Böckstein to Mallnitz (bike included)
Price excludes
Flights and transfers
Bike hire
Cycle helmets
Tourist tax
Bike hire and extras
Bike hire
Pannier, handlebar bag, comfortable gel saddle, repair kit, spare inner tube, pump and lock all included at no extra cost when you hire a bike
Hybrid bike
KTM Hybrid bike with 21/24 speed with freewheel
Superior hybrid bike
KTM Hybrid crossbar bike with 20/27 speed with hydraulic brake & Shimano XT/CUES rear derailleur
E-bike
8 Speed 550W Bosch Active Line Motor with hydraulic brakes
Child bike
With 20", 24” or 26” wheels
Child trailer
Suitable for 1 - 2 children - total max. 29kg
FollowMe bike
To connect to a 20" child's bike when required
Child seat
Suitable for ages 1- 4 years - max. 22kg
Extras
(Extra night prices are per room)
Extra Nights
Salzburg (3 & 4* hotels) 24th May to 5th September - Double Room
Salzburg (3 & 4* hotels) All Other Dates - Double Room
Villach (3 & 4* hotels) - Double Room
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Friendly service with expert knowledge
Easy to book and pay online
Full financial protection
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about this tour. Simply click on a question to reveal the answer.
Take the train (ÖBB) to Salzburg then fly from Salzburg.
Some days will be flat, other days will have some modest hills. Easy to Moderate cycling holidays are suitable for most ages and degrees of fitness. We recommend that you have some previous cycling experience.
We are always on hand to offer advice, as we have cycled this tour please give us a call if you wish to chat about the tour’s grading.
We use a pool of hotels to maximise availability for you.