Passau-Vienna
- Length 8 Days
- Difficulty level Moderate
- Tour length 326 Km
- Price from 495 € Per person
Tour description
Passau is a cycling paradise at three rivers.
Passau and Vienna – these are the highlights of one of the most beautiful long-distance cycle paths.
The Danube Cycle Path promises an unforgettable holiday cycling between Passau and Vienna. Touristic cycling tours were invented here and everyone is concerned with ensuring a pleasant stay for cyclists. The attractive and diverse landscape, the wealth of cultural monuments and the old towpaths along the river, which are no longer needed for shipping, provided the perfect conditions to develop the Austrian Danube Cycle Path, which is still at the top of the list in an international comparison.
There are also wonderful locations for a cycling holiday a little further away from the Danube. We have therefore included the Tauern Cycle Path and the Enns Cycle Path, both of which begin in the Alps and lead to the Danube. And because Burgenland region is simply stunning, we now have two new tours: a cirular tour starting in Vienna and a tour on Lake Neusiedl, where you’ll be based in one hotel for the duration of your holiday.
Route A+C arrival: On Fri till Sun, from April 18th to October 4th (= last day of arrival) additionally on Thurs: from 29th May to 28th August + 1st May.
Route B arrival: On Sat to Sun, from April 19th to October 4th (= last day of arrival) additionally on Thurs May 1st, May 29th and June 19th.
> The day of arrival determines the season time! (additional nights excluded).
Itinerary
Route A - "CLASSIC" - 8 days / 7 nights, 326 km
Arrival in Passau
Show dayIndividual arrival in Passau. Handover of travel documents. The rental bikes (if booked) stand ready prepared in your arrival hotel. Individual sightseeing in Passau (historic center, cathedral St. Stephan, corner of 3 rivers, castle Veste Oberhaus). We recommend going on a 3-rivers-boat tour through Passau (runs daily, every 30 minutes, from 10 a.m. to 17 p.m.; approx. € 10,00 pp payable on the spot).
Cat. A: Overnight at the 4* hotel Passauer Wolf or same category
Cat. B: Overnight at the 3* hotel Innsento or same category
Passing Obernzell and Engelhartszell, you cycle along the river bank to Wesenufer or Schlögen.
Cat. A: Overnight stay in the 4* Hotel Donauschlinge or in an equivalent 4* Hotel in Wesenufer
Cat. B: Overnight stay in a 3* Hotel Freizeitanlage or equivalent
From the most famous part of the Danube, the “Schlögener Schlinge”, start adelightful day of cycling through an area of outstanding natural beauty to Aschachand further on to Linz.( Pöstlingberg, Lentos Artmuseum, Ars Electronica Center, Main square, Mariendom, beautiful oldtown).
Cat. A: Overnight stay at the 4* Hotel Courtyard, Schillerpark or equivalent
Cat. B: Overnight stay in the 3*- or 4* Hotel Donauwelle or equivalent
Today, the Danube Cycle Path leads through the Machland region via the Abwindenpower plant to Mauthausen, and past Wallsee Castle. Then on to the day's destination Wallsee/Au.
Cat. A: Overnight at the 3* Hotel Wallseerhof or same category
Cat. B: Overnight stay at the 3* Hotel Gasthof Sengstbratlin Wallsee or equivalentin Au/Perg
Through the Strudengau with the romantic Hößgang to Ybbs and to the day's destination, the second largest place of pilgrimage in Austria or Pöchlarn.
Cat. A: Overnight at the 4* Hotels Krone Kaiserhof or same category
Cat. B: Overnight at the 3* Hotel Rose in Pöchlarn or same categor
(Distance 61-66 km)
Cycle tour to Melk (famous abbey) and further on into the UNESCO world heritage region Wachau. There you pass the villages Spitz, Weißenkirchen and Dürnstein andreach Krems or Traismauer.
Shortcut possible by boat trip through the Wachau e.g. from Spitz (departure 11.40 a.m.) or Dürnstein (departure 12.30 p.m.) to Krems, arrival approx. 12.50 p.m. (slight timetable change possiblefor 2025).
Cat. A: Overnight at the 4* Hotel Arte in Krems or same category
Cat. B: Overnight at the 3* Hotel Klinglhuber in Krems or same category in Traismauer
(Distance 63-78 km)
The cycle route proceeds toward the charming town of Tulln, known for its vibrant floral displays, passing through the scenic foothills of the Vienna Woods and the historic Klosterneuburg Abbey. Upon reaching Vienna, you’ll discover a wealth of attractions, including St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Ringstrasse, Schönbrunn Palace and Zoo, the Prater amusement park, the Danube Tower, and Belvedere Palace.
For those wishing to shorten their ride, there are convenient train connections: from Krems to Tulln (approx. €12.30), Tulln to Vienna (approx. €10.60), or from Klosterneuburg to Vienna (approx. €4.50). These trains run every half hour and provide a practical alternative to complete the journey comfortably.
Cat. A: Overnight at the 4* Hotel NH Danube City or same category
Cat. B: Overnight at the 4* Hotel Simms or same category
Departure
Show dayAdditional nights or journey home. Transfer back to Passau for additional charge.
Route B - "PRICE HIT" - 7 days / 6 nights, 317 km
Arrival in Passau
Show dayIndividual arrival in Passau. Handover of travel documents. The rental bikes (if booked) stand ready prepared in your arrival hotel. Individual sightseeing in Passau (historic center, cathedral St. Stephan, corner of 3 rivers, castle Veste Oberhaus). We recommend going on a 3-rivers-boat tour through Passau (runs daily, every 30 minutes, from 10 a.m. to 17 p.m.; approx. € 10,00 pp payable on the spot).
Overnight stay in a 3* Hotel.
(BY BIKE TO EFERDING, FROM THERE BY URBAN RAILWAY TO LINZ)
Travel through the serene and uninhabited Engtal Valley near Kaiserau to reach Eferding. From there, take the S-Bahn to Linz (tickets approx. €8 per person, payable on site). Explore Upper Austria's capital and the European Capital of Culture in 2009. Highlights include the panoramic views from Pöstlingberg, modern exhibitions at the Lentos Art Museum and Ars Electronica Centre, the lively main square, the grandeur of St. Mary’s Cathedral, and the charming streets of the historic old town.
Overnight stay in a 3*- or 4* Hotel.
(Distance 53-62 km)
Past Lake Plesching to the oldest town in Austria, Enns (historic centre). From Enns via Pyburg to the day's destination.
Overnight stay in a 3* Hotel.
(Distance 48-58 km)
Through the romantic Strudengau and on to the holiday resort of Marbach at the foot of Maria Taferl to Pöchlarn.
Overnight stay in a 3* Hotel.
(Distance 51-66 km)
Travel through the enchanting Wachau Valley, passing picturesque vineyards and charming villages. Cross the Danube by ferry from Spitz to Arnsdorf (approx. €4.50 per person, payable on site). Continue your journey to the 1,000-year-old historic towns of Krems or Traismauer, both offering a blend of rich history and stunning landscapes.
Overnight stay in a 3* Hotel.
(Distance 63-78 km)
The cycle route proceeds toward the charming town of Tulln, known for its vibrant floral displays, passing through the scenic foothills of the Vienna Woods and the historic Klosterneuburg Abbey. Upon reaching Vienna, you’ll discover a wealth of attractions, including St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Ringstrasse, Schönbrunn Palace and Zoo, the Prater amusement park, the Danube Tower, and Belvedere Palace.
For those wishing to shorten their ride, there are convenient train connections: from Krems to Tulln (approx. €12.30), Tulln to Vienna (approx. €10.60), or from Klosterneuburg to Vienna (approx. €4.50). These trains run every half hour and provide a practical alternative to complete the journey comfortably.
Overnight stay in a 4* Hotel.
Departure
Show dayAdditional nights or journey home. Transfer back to Passau for additional charge.
Route C - "THE MOST BEAUTIFUL" - 9 days / 8 nights, 345 km
Arrival in Passau
Show dayIndividual arrival in Passau. Handover of travel documents. The rental bikes (if booked) stand ready prepared in your arrival hotel. Individual sightseeing in Passau (historic center, cathedral St. Stephan, corner of 3 rivers, castle Veste Oberhaus). We recommend going on a 3-rivers-boat tour through Passau (runs daily, every 30 minutes, from 10 a.m. to 17 p.m.; approx. € 10,00 pp payable on the spot).
Overnight stay in a 4* Hotel.
Your journey begins in Passau, cycling along the scenic Danube through Obernzell and past the Jochenstein power station. The route takes you near Engelhartszell, home to the renowned Trappist monastery, and continues along the riverbank. Your destination is either Wesenufer or Schlögen, where the Danube forms its famous "Schlögener Schlinge," a spectacular meander surrounded by wooded hills.
Overnight stay in a 4* Hotel.
Pedal through the secluded Kaiserau valley to reach the charming baroque market town of Aschach. From there, the route winds through the fertile Eferding Basin to Ottensheim. Here, you can board an S-Bahn train (approx. every 30 minutes, €5.00 ticket) to Linz. Spend the rest of the day exploring the cultural gems of Upper Austria’s capital, such as Pöstlingberg, Lentos Art Museum, Ars Electronica Center, and the beautifully preserved Old Town.
Overnight stay in a 4* Hotel.
Cycling along the Danube’s left bank, pass through Asten/Abwinden and cross the river near the power station. Make a stop in St. Florian to visit the region’s largest and most iconic baroque monastery. Continue through picturesque landscapes to Enns, Austria’s oldest town, or to the nearby village of Thaling, completing another rewarding day of exploration.
Overnight stay in a 3* Hotel.
By ferry to Mauthausen (payable on site). Cycle along the left bank of the Danube past Baumgartenberg to Grein.
Overnight stay in a 3* Hotel.
(INCL. BOAT TOUR 46 MIN.)
Continue to Melk (abbey) and from there we recommend the boat trip from Melk to Spitz (approx. € 31,- pp on site). From the pier, you will reach your destination for the day in Spitz or Mitterarnsdorf.
Overnight stay in a 3* Hotel.
Cycle through the Wachau wine-growing region to Krems, cross the Danube andcontinue via Traismauer to the flower town of Tulln. Visit to the garden exhibition (included).
Overnight stay in a 4* Hotel.
Continue through the fertile Tullnerfeld, past Klosterneuburg (monastery) to the city ofwaltzes and the destination of the journey, Vienna.
Overnight stay in a 4* Hotel.
Departure
Show dayAdditional nights or journey home. Transfer back to Passau for additional charge.
Services and prices
Route A - Extras
Bike rental | 95 € |
E-Bike rental | 210 € |
Single room surcharge | 220 € |
Halfboard surcharge (4x dinner) - Cat. A / Cat. B | 138 / 105 € |
Return transfer by train/bus | 35 € |
Surcharge for return transport of customer's own bikes | 38 € |
Booking fee | 30 € / group |
Booking fee (tailormade tour) | 100 € / group |
Route A: Price per person in a DBL room - Cat. A / Cat. B
Off season (18.-27.4., 26.9.-4.10.) | 659 / 565 € |
Low season (1.-25.5., 17.7.-3.8., 5.-21.9) | 849 / 739 € |
High season (29.5.-13.7., 7.-31.8.) | 879 / 769 € |
Route B - Price per person in a DBL room
Off season (19.-27.4., 27.9.-4.10.) | 459 € |
Low season (1.-25.5., 19.7.-3.8., 6.-21.9) | 620 € |
High season (29.5.-13.7., 9.-31.8.) | 645 € |
Route B - Extras
Bike rental | 95 € |
E-Bike rental | 210 € |
Single room surcharge | 178 € |
Halfboard surcharge (3x dinner) | 80 € |
Return transfer by train/bus | 35 € |
Surcharge for return transport of customer's own bikes | 38 € |
Booking fee | 30 € / group |
Booking fee (tailormade tour) | 100 € / group |
Route C - Price per person in a DBL room
Off season (18.-27.4., 26.9.-4.10.) | 729 € |
Low season (1.-25.5., 17.7.-3.8., 5.-21.9) | 929 € |
High season (29.5.-13.7., 7.-31.8.) | 979 € |
Route C - Extras
Halfboard surcharge (4x dinner) | 128 € |
Return transfer by train/bus | 35 € |
Surcharge for return transport of customer's own bikes | 38 € |
Booking fee | 30 € / group |
Booking fee (tailormade tour) | 100 € / group |
Bike rental | 95 € |
E-Bike rental | 210 € |
Single room surcharge | 250 € |
Route A - Extras
Bike rental | 95 € |
E-Bike rental | 210 € |
Single room surcharge | 220 € |
Halfboard surcharge (4x dinner) - Cat. A / Cat. B | 138 / 105 € |
Return transfer by train/bus | 35 € |
Surcharge for return transport of customer's own bikes | 38 € |
Booking fee | 30 € / group |
Booking fee (tailormade tour) | 100 € / group |
Route A: Price per person in a DBL room - Cat. A / Cat. B
Off season (18.-27.4., 26.9.-4.10.) | 659 / 565 € |
Low season (1.-25.5., 17.7.-3.8., 5.-21.9) | 849 / 739 € |
High season (29.5.-13.7., 7.-31.8.) | 879 / 769 € |
Route B - Price per person in a DBL room
Off season (19.-27.4., 27.9.-4.10.) | 459 € |
Low season (1.-25.5., 19.7.-3.8., 6.-21.9) | 620 € |
High season (29.5.-13.7., 9.-31.8.) | 645 € |
Route B - Extras
Bike rental | 95 € |
E-Bike rental | 210 € |
Single room surcharge | 178 € |
Halfboard surcharge (3x dinner) | 80 € |
Return transfer by train/bus | 35 € |
Surcharge for return transport of customer's own bikes | 38 € |
Booking fee | 30 € / group |
Booking fee (tailormade tour) | 100 € / group |
Route C - Price per person in a DBL room
Off season (18.-27.4., 26.9.-4.10.) | 729 € |
Low season (1.-25.5., 17.7.-3.8., 5.-21.9) | 929 € |
High season (29.5.-13.7., 7.-31.8.) | 979 € |
Route C - Extras
Halfboard surcharge (4x dinner) | 128 € |
Return transfer by train/bus | 35 € |
Surcharge for return transport of customer's own bikes | 38 € |
Booking fee | 30 € / group |
Booking fee (tailormade tour) | 100 € / group |
Bike rental | 95 € |
E-Bike rental | 210 € |
Single room surcharge | 250 € |
Route A - Extras
Bike rental | 95 € |
E-Bike rental | 210 € |
Single room surcharge | 220 € |
Halfboard surcharge (4x dinner) - Cat. A / Cat. B | 138 / 105 € |
Return transfer by train/bus | 35 € |
Surcharge for return transport of customer's own bikes | 38 € |
Booking fee | 30 € / group |
Booking fee (tailormade tour) | 100 € / group |
Route A: Price per person in a DBL room - Cat. A / Cat. B
Off season (18.-27.4., 26.9.-4.10.) | 659 / 565 € |
Low season (1.-25.5., 17.7.-3.8., 5.-21.9) | 849 / 739 € |
High season (29.5.-13.7., 7.-31.8.) | 879 / 769 € |
Route B - Price per person in a DBL room
Off season (19.-27.4., 27.9.-4.10.) | 459 € |
Low season (1.-25.5., 19.7.-3.8., 6.-21.9) | 620 € |
High season (29.5.-13.7., 9.-31.8.) | 645 € |
Route B - Extras
Bike rental | 95 € |
E-Bike rental | 210 € |
Single room surcharge | 178 € |
Halfboard surcharge (3x dinner) | 80 € |
Return transfer by train/bus | 35 € |
Surcharge for return transport of customer's own bikes | 38 € |
Booking fee | 30 € / group |
Booking fee (tailormade tour) | 100 € / group |
Route C - Price per person in a DBL room
Off season (18.-27.4., 26.9.-4.10.) | 729 € |
Low season (1.-25.5., 17.7.-3.8., 5.-21.9) | 929 € |
High season (29.5.-13.7., 7.-31.8.) | 979 € |
Route C - Extras
Halfboard surcharge (4x dinner) | 128 € |
Return transfer by train/bus | 35 € |
Surcharge for return transport of customer's own bikes | 38 € |
Booking fee | 30 € / group |
Booking fee (tailormade tour) | 100 € / group |
Bike rental | 95 € |
E-Bike rental | 210 € |
Single room surcharge | 250 € |
Tour datesAny scheduled tour can be made private. Your group, your dates. Go Private
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Our rental bikes
At Europe Bike Tour, we understand that a high-quality bicycle is key to an enjoyable vacation. That's why we ensure all our bikes are regularly serviced to maintain their perfect condition. For additional equipment, please refer to the "Bike Equipment" section where you'll find items included in the bike fee or available for rent/purchase at an extra cost.
Our diverse fleet includes bikes for men and women in various sizes, electric bikes, tandem bikes, children's bikes, and even recumbent bikes upon request. If you have any special requirements or wishes, please don't hesitate to contact us. We are dedicated to meeting your needs and ensuring you have the best experience possible!
What is included and what notOn self guided idividual tours
- Individual pre-tour meeting at appointed time at client's hotel on the first day of the tour
- Accommodation in selected hotels and pensions (city standard/premium)
- Breakfast on all days
- Day by day description with altitude profiles, places to visit and local tips
- Official biking maps with highlighted routing (per room)
- Detailed tailor-made cycling maps (per room)
- Detailed town maps with highlighted routing to/from hotel (per room)
- Step by step route description (per room)
- Train tickets and train timetables (for tours where train transfer is part of a tour schedule)
- Transportation of luggage between hotels between 9-17:00 (for option including luggage transfers only!)
- Practical bike ride and safety information
- 24-hour hotline assistance service
- Personal travel and health insurance for participants in the tour
- Transportation (air tickets) to/from starting/final point of the tour
- Transfer from Prague Airport to your Prague hotel on the day of arrival
- Transfer from hotel to the airport on departure day
- Meals (except for breakfasts)
- Entrance fees to museums, castles, and chateaux
- Local touristic/spa tax (to be paid on spot directly to accommodation)
- Bike rental
On fully guided tours
- Specialized Bike Holidays bicycle tour leader during all biking days
- Pick-up from any Prague hotel on the first day of the tour at an appointed time
- Accommodation in selected hotels and pensions
- Breakfast on all days
- Dinners without drink on specific number of biking days (usually every other day but for more info, please contact your tour coordinator)
- Refreshments in the supporting vehicle (soft drinks, snacks, sweets, fruit)
- Water for bike-flasks
- Welcome briefing on the first day
- Maps of towns of accommodation on the tour (per room)
- Detailed cycling maps (on request)
- Program and detailed day-by-day description (per room)
- Practical bike ride safety training
- Technical service on the route
- First aid service on the route
- Support vehicle
- All transportation of participants and their luggage and bicycles during the tour
- Personal travel and health insurance for participants in the tour
- Transportation (air-tickets) to/from Prague – starting/final point of the tour
- Transfer from Prague airport to your Prague hotel on the day of arrival
- Transfer from hotel to the airport on the departure day
- Other meals than mentioned in "What is included"
- Entrance fees to museums, castles, and chateaux
- Local touristic/spa tax (to be paid on spot directly to accommodation)
- Bike rental
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We at Europe Bike Tour do know, that a good bike is the most important part of a nice vacation. So we let all our bikes serviced regulary so they stay in perfect condition. Under "Bike Equipment" you can find other aditional equipment that is either in the bike fee included or you can rent/buy it for adittional funds.
We offer male and female bikes with different sizes, E-bikes, Tandembikes, Bikes for kids and on request the Recumbent bike as well. Should you have a special wish/need, do not hesitate to ask us, we will make our best to fullfill your wish!
Why with us?
With a rich 12-year history, Europe Bike Tours offers more than just cycling trips; we provide immersive "Culture Biking" experiences across the Czech Republic and Central Europe. Our tours blend the thrill of biking with cultural exploration, taking you from charming local eateries to ancient, hidden castles. We handpick the most captivating locations, ensuring each bike, family, or wine holiday is an adventure in itself. Catering to diverse preferences, our tours come in various formats, from self-guided to fully guided, with options for luggage transfer and different accommodation levels. For those seeking something unique, we're always ready to craft a tailor-made tour that perfectly fits your vision of a cycling holiday.
- Self guided, fully guided or supported tours
- City standard or premium accommodation
- Tailor made maps
- More biking options for each day
- 24/7 Hotline with personal approach
- Quality bikes e-Bikes
Who we are
Lukáš SvárovskýManager
Languages spoken Czech, English, German
Guide since 2008
Lukas was born and raised in the Czech capital of Prague. His keen interest in history and sports influenced his determination to study both subjects at university in Germany. His passion for travel also led to Lukas adding a tourism degree to his studies. Biking, exploring, and discovering interesting places was one of the determining moments when in 2010 he decided to start Europe Bike Tours. Since than Lukas is keen on developing new products, improve services and above all, share his passion for traveling while guiding one of the tours!
Vitek ProchazkaManager
Languages spoken Czech, English, French, German, Slovak, Spanish
Guide since 2012
Vitek was born in Prague, Czech Republic and has remained there most of his life. During his travel and tourism studies he began guiding mostly bike and rafting trips all around Europe. Through his years in the office of a travel agency, guiding remained an important part of his life. Eventually went of for year in New Zealand and after returning started guiding and preparing programs in and around his homeland
Our self-guided tours
Accommodation is one of the most important parts of each trip that strongly influences the final look of it. We make our best to offer you the best possible accommodation in the prefered category. The hotels we offer are either comfortable small hotels or quite guesthouses both in 3* quality, all of it rather small and with personality than big chain. All the tours have accommodation in or near the town/village centres so you can spend the afternoon and evening after biking exploring the town itself or simply enjoy the peace of the place.