Austria

Bike & boat tour Austria: Cycling delights for all tastes

A firm favorite among lovers of biking and cycling tours, Austria has the looks, culture and charm to please even the most exacting admirers of Europe. Just imagine: days spent exploring the verdant valleys of the Danube River by bicycle, stopping off at renowned wineries for a taste, admiring the medieval architecture, and uncovering centuries of cultural heritage.
Don’t just imagine it! Board one of our fine river barges just across the border in Germany’s “Three Rivers City”, Passau, and set sail on a relaxed adventure combining leisurely bike tours in the Austrian countryside with all the comforts of home aboard your floating hotel.

Vienna: A must on your bike and barge tour of Austria

Vienna is an indisputable highlight of a bike barge tour in Austria, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves! There is so much to see as you cycle the meandering path of the Danube: the impressive hairpin turn made by the river at the “Great Loop;” the vineyards producing the country’s prestigious Riesling and Grüner Veltliner wines; and the rolling hills of the Wachau Valley, adorned with fortresses and historic towns.
Then, Vienna. You can get to know this elegant metropolis with a bike tour or take a walk to see its most impressive landmarks, like St. Stephens Cathedral, Ringstraße Boulevard, the State Opera House, and the Hofburg. Of course, a visit to one of the famous Viennese coffee bars for a luscious strudel is a tasty option, or perhaps you’d prefer a restaurant for a traditional Wiener schnitzel?

Austria is just the beginning: Pan-European cycle cruises

While you might be tempted to just stick to a biking and boating tour of Austria’s many attractions, keep in mind that many Danube River cycling cruises travel to even more European attractions. Perhaps add the stately Slovakian and Hungarian capitals, Bratislava and Budapest, or even embark on an epic 15-day tour of six Danube countries to the Iron Gates.