Passau to Vienna Cycling

Passau to Vienna Cycling

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating cycling journey from Passau to Vienna, traversing the scenic landscapes of Austria and Germany along the majestic Danube River. This tour offers gentle cycling on dedicated paths, allowing you to explore hilltop castles, Baroque palaces, and historic abbeys. Immerse yourself in the beauty of sunflower fields, vineyards, and orchards, while indulging in the rich cultural tapestry of art galleries and ancient Roman remains. Stay in an eclectic mix of accommodations, from charming 15th-century convents to luxurious riverfront mansions. With high-quality bikes, luggage transfers, and detailed route maps provided, you can enjoy a flexible pace, with options to take ferries and trains for added convenience. Delight in the vibrant culture and stunning landscapes as you pedal through picturesque towns and villages, culminating in the enchanting city of Vienna. This tour promises an unforgettable blend of adventure, history, and relaxation. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Gentle cycling on dedicated cycle paths alongside the Danube, one of the most beautiful rivers in Europe.

  • Explore hilltop castles, Baroque palaces, historic abbeys, and ornate monasteries.

  • Cycle through sunflower fields, vineyards, and peach and apricot orchards.

  • Discover masses of culture, including art galleries, Roman remains, and 23,000-year-old sculptures.

  • Visit the UNESCO Wachau Valley, a necklace of villages and vineyards.

  • Admire the statuette, Venus of Willendorf, dating back to 23,000BC.

  • Explore Krems, with its beautiful historic centre and Wine Museum.

  • Freewheel down river to Tulln, known as the 'Town of Roses'.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive In Passau

Location: Passau

Accommodation Name: Comfortable Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Arrive at your riverfront hotel and then enjoy dinner in the heart of the old town tonight.

Day 2 : Passau To Schlogen

Location: Obernzell

Accommodation Name: Comfortable Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After receiving your bike and welcome brief, pedal east to Obernzell, famous for pottery, before popping into the Keramicmuseum in a riverside castle. The scent of wood smoke and grilled trout may tempt you into lunch as you cross into Austria where the valley is steeper and cloaked with oak woods. On reaching the hotel, relax in the pool before dinner on the terrace watching passenger boats sparkling with fairy lights cruise past.

Cycling distance either 23km/14.5mi or 47km/29.5mi

Day 3 : Schlogen To Aschach (Linz)

Location: Linz

Accommodation Name: Comfortable Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Spot kingfishers today in the Donauschlinge Nature Reserve. Stop and enjoy the views at the picnic tables that dot the waterfront before you reach Aschach's frescoed waterfront. Catch the Linz ferry, or follow the towpath through reed marshes to Ottensheim beach for a swim. Hop on the train here and in no time you'll arrive at your hotel, an ancient convent, in Linz's extravagant town square.

Cycling disctance either 27km/17mi or 46km/29mi

Day 4 : Linz To Ardagger/Grein

Location: Enns

Accommodation Name: Comfortable Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

The route leads you away from the Danube to 12th Century Enns. Austria's oldest city, before returning to the Danube and your overnight stop in the beautiful little village of Ardagger.

Day 5 : Ardagger/Grein To Melk

Location: Melk

Accommodation Name: Comfortable Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Explore the small baroque town of Grein before cycling through the fertile Danube Valley for a lunch stop in Ybbs, home to a quirky collection of penny-farthings bicycles. The hilltop twin towers of Maria Taferl appear and Melk's monastery looms high above as you pedal towards Margaret Ebner's welcoming family hotel in Melk.

Cycling distance either 27km/17mi or 46km/29mi

Day 6 : At Melk

Location: Melk

Accommodation Name: Comfortable Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Melk's massive Benedictine monastery was rebuilt in 1683 and the interior abbey is as breathtaking as the countryside views from the rooftop terrace. For a day trip, cycle to Schloss Schallaburg (8km return), one of the finest Renaissance castles north of the Alps, where you can stroll in the magnificent rose gardens and enjoy acclaimed cultural exhibitions. After dinner, enjoy wandering Melk's atmospheric cobbled streets.

Day 7 : Melk To Krems

Location: Wachau Valley

Accommodation Name: Comfortable Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today you coast along the UNESCO Wachau Valley, a necklace of villages and vineyards, anchored by pretty churches along the north bank. Each is charming, especially Durnstein where Richard the Lionheart was held for ransom in the craggy hilltop castle. Admire the statuette, Venus of Willendorf, dating back to 23,000BC, before arriving in Krems for a splash in the pool, and candlelit dinner on the terrace overlooking the valley.

Day 8 : At Krems

Location: Krems

Accommodation Name: Comfortable Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Krems has one of the most beautiful historic centres in Europe and is packed with interest, from the Wine Museum housed in a restored Dominican monastery to the 13th century abbey that exhibits paintings of Martin Johann Schmidt. You can cycle out to Schloss Grafenegg (14km away), a gargoyle-encrusted Gothic castle set in 85 acres of parkland, perfect for picnics, or just relax in the fabulous hotel spa and pool.

Day 9 : Krems To Tulln

Location: Tulln

Accommodation Name: Comfortable Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Freewheel down river to Tulln, known as the 'Town of Roses'. Pop into the Roman museum which is packed with artefacts, and dine out tonight amid the fountains, statues and ornate buildings that crowd the pretty centre before returning to your waterfront hotel.

Day 10 : Tulln To Vienna

Location: Vienna

Accommodation Name: Comfortable Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Coast along the last stretch and relax over lunch in imperial Klosterneuburg. Then cycle along Danube Island before continuing to your hotel, right in the heart of the city. Enjoy dinner out in Vienna's lively centre which is breathtakingly floodlit at night!

Day 11 : Leave Vienna

Location: Vienna

Meals Included: Breakfast

Leave Vienna

What's Included

  • All breakfasts

    All breakfasts are included during the tour.

  • High Quality Bikes

    The tour provides high-quality bikes for cycling along dedicated paths.

  • Route directions and maps

    Route directions and maps are provided to guide you through the cycling paths.

  • Luggage transfers

    Luggage transfers are included to ensure your belongings are transported between accommodations.

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and must be arranged separately.

  • Single supplements

    Single supplements are not included and may apply if you are traveling alone.

  • Solo traveller supplement

    A solo traveller supplement applies if only one person is traveling on a departure date.

  • Visas and vaccinations

    Visas and vaccinations are not included and should be arranged independently.

Food

All breakfasts included

Accommodation

Our hotels are all individually charming with those at Passau, Schlogen and Tulln on the riverbank, and range from a quirky, 15th century convent in Linz, to magnificent 4-star luxury in Krems, with two pools and a world-class spa! We have included two nights in Linz, Melk and Krems to allow time to explore at leisure. It's easy to add nights before or after the tour to enjoy time in Passau and Vienna. Room upgrades available on request. ...more ...less

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of cycling paths will we be using during the tour?

    The tour features gentle cycling on dedicated cycle paths alongside the Danube River, providing a scenic and safe route for cyclists.

  • Are there any options for transportation other than cycling?

    Yes, the tour offers options to take ferries and trains along the route for convenience, allowing flexibility in travel pace.

  • What kind of accommodation can we expect during the tour?

    The accommodation includes an eclectic mix of hotels, ranging from a quirky 15th-century convent in Linz to magnificent 4-star luxury in Krems, with riverfront hotels in Passau, Schlogen, and Tulln.

  • Is there any flexibility in the cycling distances each day?

    Yes, cycling distances vary daily, offering flexibility in travel pace, with options to choose shorter or longer routes.

  • What cultural experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour includes visits to hilltop castles, Baroque palaces, historic abbeys, and ornate monasteries, as well as opportunities to explore art galleries, Roman remains, and ancient sculptures.

  • Are luggage transfers provided during the tour?

    Yes, luggage transfers are included, allowing you to cycle without the burden of carrying your luggage.

  • What meals are included in the tour package?

    All breakfasts are included in the tour package.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Exodus has been trading since 1974

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.

Reviews of this operator

Gergana Racheva  

Very helpful and prompt service

06-Jan-2023

Very helpful and prompt service. I called to check for an already booked trip and once we sorted this, the agent was ready to help me with another booking as well. He actually waited for me to book my flight tickets, answered all my questions, informed me of all my options. Exodus is a tour company I am using regularly due to the quality of their trips, ease of booking and helpfulness of their customer service team ...more ...less

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Tim Hardy  

Stunning walking. Walking the Amalfi Coast

04-Nov-2021

This trip takes you through the most beautiful parts of the Mediterranean walking with a guide and also discovering the wonders of Pompeii and Vesuvius. The hotel had a nice feel as family run, spotless and comfortable rooms, we were well looked after for breakfasts and dinner each day, and the barmen fixed some mean cocktails for us.! ...more ...less

paul green (Google Reviewer)  

Went on a tour of...

14-Jan-2022

Went on a tour of morocco in October and loved it ,mohamed the tour guide was excellent, probably go with exodus to India next year

Paul Green  

It's amazing what you can do in a week! Cycling the Dalmatian Coast.

08-Oct-2021

This holiday was extremely enjoyable. The itinerary is well planned and the route takes you to a variety of destinations. Not having been to Croatia before I didn't know there were so many beautiful small islands and I loved the ferry and catarmaran rides. The coastal route we took was dramatic and the World Heritage sites in Split and Dubrovnik very interesting and worth visiting. The Adriatic Sea was warm, blue and inviting, good for swimming even in October. The hotels we stayed in varied in size from medium to large. I particularly liked the one just outside Dubrovnik as I had a sea view. Tourists were plentiful in Split and Dubrovnik but in the other places we stayed there was an end of season feel and it was quiet on the roads and in the resorts. The food was good and our guide was always able to recommend a nice restaurant for our evening meal. The weather in October was good for cycling - not hot, partly cloudy most days and one day it rained! ...more ...less

Roger Wells (Google Reviewer)  

We have just returned from...

12-Feb-2025

We have just returned from a 2 week Exodus trip to Egypt, Alexandria to Aswan. We had a great time, enjoyable company, with an excellent guide, Sayed. All worked out as described. The 3 day Red Sea extension was relaxing. Even the train journey, Cairo to Aswan, was a great part of the experience ...more ...less

Mrs Y Morrison  

Fabulous company and trip

06-Jan-2023

We went overland from Cape Town to Zimbabwe through Botswana and Namibia. What a fantastic trip. Our first time with Exodus although we have travelled extensively around the world. We would highly recommend this company for such a brilliant trip - we got everything and more all at a good price. Thanks to everyone involved. We are looking at our next trip! ...more ...less

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Alison Payton (Google Reviewer)  

I've done 8 trips in...

17-May-2023

I've done 8 trips in the last 14 years with Exodus, and have been rewarded with a 10% discount on all future bookings. I feel very confident that I'll receive pleasant, efficient service, and have the unusual holiday experience that I'm looking for each time. I've trekked to the top of snow-capped peaks, wild-camped in the desert, seen amazing spectacles of nature, visited 4 capital cities in a week, and learned about local culture and experienced local hospitality in a way that I simply wouldn't on a conventional holiday. The quality of the accommodation and guides can vary, but this is mainly down to cultural differences and things that Exodus can't control. I've only ever complained once, my complaint was taken seriously, and I was sent a discount voucher - you can't say fairer than that. I remain a loyal customer. ...more ...less

David (Google Reviewer)  

Exodus are generally a good...

21-Aug-2024

Exodus are generally a good travel company. Things tend to run smoothly and trips well organised. Their customers tend to be at retirement age. Trips are a bit overpriced. I would also avoid trips in Europe, as these often focus on more coffee stops and meals, rather than walking. I would also recommend making sure your guide records any accidents you have, hopefully not applicable. I had one on Sierra de Aitana which the guide saw and knew about, but he and Exodus said it never happened when I followed up after the trip. I wasn’t putting in a claim, just suggested a safety improvement. They have since apologised and acknowledged this as an error. They are a good reliable option for outside of Europe trips. ...more ...less

Jacquelyn Moore (Google Reviewer)  

Food came quickly. Staff very...

07-Mar-2024

Food came quickly. Staff very friendly and polite . However the chef or person preparing the food did not seem to read the menu! If it says a meal should come with vegetables, you should not have to ask for them. They served shepherds pie with garlic bread! The munchies ice cream sundae said it should come in a glass with a flake but came in a little bowl with just a few munchies! When asking the staff were happy to replace and correct but customer should get what they order and what menu says first time round!! ...more ...less

johanna leonor (Google Reviewer)  

If you like to be...

07-Sep-2023

If you like to be mistreated Exodus is perfect for you. If you enjoy terrible choices for hotels and pseudo restaurants Exodus is perfect for you. Careless about their clients and loveless about their propositions. Exodus has been a dissatisfaction and disappointment about every dealing i and my group have had with him. Especially a man called Simone who just cares about the money he can get from you couldn’t care less about service. ...more ...less

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    Exodus Adventure Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.

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    Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

Passau to Vienna Cycling

11 Days Starting in Passau, Germany and ending in Vienna, Austria

Visiting: Passau, Obernzell, Linz, Enns, Melk, Wachau Valley, Krems, Tulln, Vienna

Tour operator:

Exodus Adventure Travels

Tour code:

C10PA

Group Type:

Independent

Guide Type:

Self Guided

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

18-99

Special diets catered:

Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements

Trip Styles:

Active

Activities:

Cycling, Sightseeing, Walking

From: $2300 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 22-Feb-2025 but subject to change.

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