Alpe Adria Cycle Path - Leisurely Salzburg to Villach 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
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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 more gently undulating than the Salzburg to Grado tour, 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.
*£50 per person saving available on select tours when booked between 01 and 31 January 2026, subject to availability. Discount applies to adults aged 18+. Cannot be combined with any reduction or offer except Refer a Friend or Two Tour discount. The £50pp discount is not included in website prices and will be deducted after booking. A minimum 20% deposit is required at the time of booking.
The trip
Route
Please note, route maps on our website do not follow the exact route of the tour.
Itinerary
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Accommodation
3 & 4* Hotels
We use a pool of carefully selected cyclist-friendly 3 and 4-star hotels, all offering en-suite rooms and breakfast. The example hotels listed below give you a flavour of the style and standard of accommodation on this tour.
Example hotels
Salzburg - Hotel Goldenes Theater
Golling - Hotel Pension Golingen
St. Johann - Hotel Brückenwirt
Bad Gastein/surrounding area - Mondi Hotel Bellevue Gastein
Mölltal Valley - Landhotel Pacher
Spittal - Stadt-Hotel Ertl
Villach - Hotel Seestuben
A mix of 3 & 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)
Navigation app with maps, route notes & GPS tracks, electronic travel guide with points of interest
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 attachment (includes child bike)
To connect to a 20" child's bike when required
Child seat
Suitable for ages 1- 4 years - max. 22kg
Optional printed route book
Extras
(Extra night prices are per room)
Extra Nights
Salzburg (3 & 4* hotels) - Double Room
Villach (3 & 4* hotels) - Double Room
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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 carefully selected cyclist-friendly hotels to maximise availability. This helps us do our best to secure your preferred dates, regardless of the time of year. Hotels are typically chosen for their secure bike storage, proximity to cycle routes, and accessibility for the luggage transfers. They all feature en-suite rooms and come with breakfast included as standard.