Danube - Passau to Vienna Bike Tour
Hotel & Bike • 7 nights
VISITING: Germany, Austria
Overview
Why we love this tour
Riverside villages and the captivating cities of Vienna and Linz
Palaces, castles and monuments in the UNESCO listed Wachau region
The Great Loop's unforgettable views
Family-friendly cycling along flat terrain
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Follow the green riverbanks of the Danube River from Passau to Vienna, in Austria. Flat terrain and traffic-free cycle paths make this an ideal trip for families and you’ll experience some of the Danube’s most beautiful scenery, including the wooded slopes of the spectacular Great Loop. As you cycle downstream, you’ll pass riverside cities and traditional towns embedded in the Alpine foothills.
The fairytale turrets of Burg Clam castle and the white walls of Greinburg Castle are an exciting halfway highlight and, towards the end of the tour, the palaces of Wachau have earned the area World Heritage status. Cycling into the musical city of Vienna and rewarding yourself with a decadent Viennese coffee and delicious pastry is a magnificent way to end this tour.
*£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
Category A
We use a pool of carefully selected cyclist-friendly 4-star hotels, or the best 3-star in town, 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
Passau - Passauer Wolf
Schlögener Loop - Hotel Donauschlinge
Linz - Hotel Courtyard by Marriott Kongresshotel Linz GmbH
Strudengau - Hotel Aumühle
Nibelungengau - Hotel zum Schwarzen Bär
Krems/surroundings - Steigenberger Avance Hotel and Spa
Vienna - Boutique Hotel Das Tigra
4* hotels (or the best 3* hotel)
Breakfast included, half board available
Secure bike storage. Free Wi-fi in all hotels
Luggage transferred each day
Category B
We use a pool of carefully selected cyclist-friendly 3 and 4-star hotels and guesthouses, 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
Passau - mK Hotel
Schlögener Loop - Revita Hotel Kocher
Linz - Park Inn
Strudengau - Hotel Schatzkammer
Nibelungengau - Wachauerhof Renner
Krems/surroundings - Hotel Unter den Linden
Vienna - Hotel Roomz Prater
A mix of 3 and 4* hotels and inns
Breakfast included, half board available
Secure bike storage
Luggage transferred each day
Category C
We use a pool of carefully selected cyclist-friendly 3-star hotels and Inns, 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
Passau - B&B Hotel Passau-Süd
Schlögener Loop - Gasthof Draxler
Linz - Hotel Donauwelle
Strudengau - Gasthof zur Zugbrücke
Nibelungengau - Gasthof zur schönen Wienerin
Krems/surroundings - Hotel Zum Goldenen Engel
Vienna - Arcotel Kaiserwasser
A mix of 3* hotels and typical inns
Breakfast included
Secure bike storage
Luggage transferred each day
What's included
Price includes
7 nights accommodation in the category of your choice
Board basis: Bed and breakfast
Luggage transportation (one piece per person, maximum 23kg)
Digital maps and route information
Local contact number for assistance
One bottle of wine (Wachau) per room
One train ride Krems – Tulln incl. bike
Price excludes
Flights and transfers
Bike hire
Cycle helmets (can be purchased in advance)
Local taxes
Bike hire and extras
Bike hire
Bikes are provided with a pannier, an odometer and a lock. Per room you will also receive a handlebar bag for free.
Hybrid bike
21-speed hybrid bike
E-bike
Extras
Extra night prices are per room
Extra Nights
4* Passau B&B - 2 share (Cat A+B)
4* Passau B&B - single (Cat A+B)
3* Passau B&B - 2 share (Cat C)
3* Passau B&B - single (Cat C)
4* Vienna B&B - 2 share (Cat A+B)
4* Vienna B&B - single (Cat A+B)
3* Vienna B&B - 2 share (Cat C)
3* Vienna B&B - single (Cat C)
Other Extras
Helmet
Helmet purchase - must be booked in advance
Board upgrade (B&B included)
Half Board - 3 course - Category A (6 nights - excluding Vienna)
Half Board - 3 course - Category B (6 nights - excluding Vienna)
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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.
Depart from Vienna or take the train (ÖBB) to a different departure airport, then Fly from Vienna, Linz or Munich.
Your days will involve gentle riding, mainly on flat terrain and with minimal effort required. Easy cycling holidays are suitable for most people whether you are a regular cyclist or not, however we recommend at least a few practice rides before your holiday!
We are always on hand to offer advice, so 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.
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